Pakistan Supreme Court expressed doubts on the jurisdiction of the deputy speaker who called the no-confidence motion filed by the opposition members “unconstitutional” and rejected their plea.

The top court’s comments came on Monday as it began hearing the high-profile case after it took suo moto cognizance of the matter.

A day earlier, the opposition had approached the SC against Deputy Speaker Qasim Suri for rejecting the no-trust motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan citing so-called foreign conspiracy.

A five-member larger bench was convened which comprised Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial, Justice Ijazul Ahsan, Justice Mazhar Alam Khan Miankhel, Justice Munib Akhtar and Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail.

During the hearing, Justice Ahsan noted that there were violations in the proceedings of the no-confidence motion, PTI news agency quoted Dawn newspaper.

Similarly, Justice Akhtar expressed doubts over the deputy speaker's constitutional authority to pass such a ruling, the paper said.

He said, “In my opinion, only the speaker had the right to pass the ruling. The Deputy Speaker chairs the session on the non-availability of the Speaker."

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Justice Bandial observed that a debate before voting on the no-confidence motion had been clearly mentioned in the law but didn't take place.

Representing the joint opposition, Farooq H Naek urged the top court to issue a verdict on the matter today (Monday).

However, Justice Ahsan denied his request saying that it was impossible to pass the verdict in a day as the court’s decision will have far-reaching outcomes.

"We can't pass a decision in the air," Justice Bandial said.

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The Supreme Court then adjourned the hearing till 12 pm on Tuesday.

On Sunday, after a brief hearing, the court issued a written order saying that it would like to "examine whether such an action (dismissal of the no-trust motion on the basis of Article 5) is protected by the ouster (removal from the court's jurisdiction) contained in Article 69 of the Constitution."

The decision of the court would also determine the legality of the presidential order to dissolve the National Assembly.

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Pakistan Supreme Court expressed doubts on the jurisdiction of the deputy speaker who called the no-confidence motion filed by the opposition members “unconstitutional” and rejected their plea.

Pakistan Supreme Court expressed doubts on the jurisdiction of the deputy speaker who called the no-confidence motion filed by the opposition members “unconstitutional” and rejected their plea. The top court’s comments came on Monday as it began hearing the high-profile case after it took suo moto cognizance of the matter. A day earlier, the opposition had approached the SC against Deputy Speaker Qasim Suri for rejecting the no-trust motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan citing so-called foreign conspiracy. A five-member larger bench was convened which comprised Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial, Justice Ijazul Ahsan, Justice Mazhar Alam Khan Miankhel, Justice Munib Akhtar and Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail. During the hearing, Justice Ahsan noted that there were violations in the proceedings of the no-confidence motion, PTI news agency quoted Dawn newspaper. Similarly, Justice Akhtar expressed doubts over the deputy speaker's constitutional authority to pass such a ruling, the paper said. He said, “In my opinion, only the speaker had the right to pass the ruling. The Deputy Speaker chairs the session on the non-availability of the Speaker." Also read | Pakistan's political crisis: Imran Khan nominates former CJP as caretaker PM Justice Bandial observed that a debate before voting on the no-confidence motion had been clearly mentioned in the law but didn't take place. Representing the joint opposition, Farooq H Naek urged the top court to issue a verdict on the matter today (Monday). However, Justice Ahsan denied his request saying that it was impossible to pass the verdict in a day as the court’s decision will have far-reaching outcomes. "We can't pass a decision in the air," Justice Bandial said. Also read | ‘Why fear elections now?’: Imran Khan’s barb at opposition The Supreme Court then adjourned the hearing till 12 pm on Tuesday. On Sunday, after a brief hearing, the court issued a written order saying that it would like to "examine whether such an action (dismissal of the no-trust motion on the basis of Article 5) is protected by the ouster (removal from the court's jurisdiction) contained in Article 69 of the Constitution." The decision of the court would also determine the legality of the presidential order to dissolve the National Assembly. Watch | Protest in Pakistan after multiple state addresses by Imran Khan amid political crisis (With inputs from agencies)

Pak SC notes violations in no-trust proceedings, says Dy Speaker has no authority to pass ruling

As the no-confidence motion against Pakistan PM Imran Khan's government begins in Parliament, the opposition has already fired the first shot as it moved a no-confidence resolution against Speaker Asad Qaiser in the National Assembly.&nbsp;

There is a set procedure&nbsp;for the no-confidence motion. Here is how it is supposed to take shape in Pakistan's Parliament today.

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At first, the voting bells will be tolled and the Speaker will read out the agenda, after that National Assembly members will be split into two sides - for and against the motion.

Marshal sergeants will then count the heads and open counting. The counting will be done twice and then the Speaker will declare the numbers for and against the motion and the final verdict on the no-confidence motion will be presented.&nbsp;

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Pakistan PM Imran Khan suffered a jolt earlier this week after his key ally Muttahida Qaumi Movement- Pakistan (MQM-P) joined hands with the opposition.

According to the rules, if the incumbent PM accepts the verdict, then the victorious side will claim to form the government provided the verdict goes against Imran Khan's government.

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Then within four sessions, a new prime minister&nbsp;will be to be elected. Pakistan People's Party(PPP) leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari had earlier during a press conference pushed for PML-N leader and Pakistan's leader of opposition Shahbaz Sharif as the next prime minister.

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As the no-confidence motion against Pakistan PM Imran Khan's government begins in Parliament, the opposition has already fired the first shot as it moved a no-confidence resolution against Speaker Asad Qaiser in the National Assembly.

As the no-confidence motion against Pakistan PM Imran Khan's government begins in Parliament, the opposition has already fired the first shot as it moved a no-confidence resolution against Speaker Asad Qaiser in the National Assembly. There is a set procedure for the no-confidence motion. Here is how it is supposed to take shape in Pakistan's Parliament today. Follow Live: Pak political crisis as it happens At first, the voting bells will be tolled and the Speaker will read out the agenda, after that National Assembly members will be split into two sides - for and against the motion. Marshal sergeants will then count the heads and open counting. The counting will be done twice and then the Speaker will declare the numbers for and against the motion and the final verdict on the no-confidence motion will be presented. Watch: Is public support enough for Imran Khan to retain power? Pakistan PM Imran Khan suffered a jolt earlier this week after his key ally Muttahida Qaumi Movement- Pakistan (MQM-P) joined hands with the opposition. According to the rules, if the incumbent PM accepts the verdict, then the victorious side will claim to form the government provided the verdict goes against Imran Khan's government. Also Read | Last over begins: Will Imran Khan deliver on no-confidence vote day? Then within four sessions, a new prime minister will be to be elected. Pakistan People's Party(PPP) leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari had earlier during a press conference pushed for PML-N leader and Pakistan's leader of opposition Shahbaz Sharif as the next prime minister. (With inputs from Agencies)

Pakistan Parliament no-confidence procedure: Voting bells, open counting and final verdict

Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan used the words 'me' and 'mine as many as 213 times during his speech on Thursday ahead of vote to oust him.

Not only this, the embattled leader, who is facing mounting criticism for his performance, named himself 14 times in the speech as per local media.

Amid the no-confidence motion in Pakistan Parliament, Prime Minister Imran Khan addressed the nation on Thursday.

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During the television address, the Pakistan prime minister said: "Why did I come into politics is what I want to tell the people before anything else."

"I have never accepted defeat in life. Whatever the result of the vote, I will come forward with more strength," Khan said in a nationally televised live address.

"Jinnah had the stature to come to politics. I thank God as he bestowed everything on me. Today too I don't need anything," the Pakistan prime minister said.

Fighting for his political life, Khan addressed the nation late Thursday, appearing to blunder when he named the United States as the origin of a "message" he said showed meddling in Pakistan's affairs.

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"America has...oh, not America but a foreign country I can't name. I mean from a foreign country, we received a message," he said.

US State Department spokesman Ned Price told reporters there was "no truth" to the allegations.

"We are closely following developments in Pakistan. We respect (and) we support Pakistan's constitutional process and the rule of law," Price said.

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The vote has become increasingly difficult for Khan since he lost his majority in parliament when his main ally quit his coalition. It could see the former cricket star ousted and the return of political uncertainty.

No Pakistan premier has ever seen out a full term, and Khan is facing the biggest challenge to his rule since being elected in 2018, with opponents accusing him of economic mismanagement and foreign-policy bungling.

The government is also battling to contain a rise in militancy by the Pakistan Taliban, which on Wednesday announced an offensive against security forces during Ramadan, due to begin within days with the sighting of the next new moon.

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Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan used the words 'me' and 'mine as many as 213 times during his speech on Thursday ahead of vote to oust him. Not only this, the embattled leader, who is facing mounting criticism for his performance, named himself 14 times in the speech as per local media.

Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan used the words 'me' and 'mine as many as 213 times during his speech on Thursday ahead of vote to oust him. Not only this, the embattled leader, who is facing mounting criticism for his performance, named himself 14 times in the speech as per local media. Amid the no-confidence motion in Pakistan Parliament, Prime Minister Imran Khan addressed the nation on Thursday. During the television address, the Pakistan prime minister said: "Why did I come into politics is what I want to tell the people before anything else." "I have never accepted defeat in life. Whatever the result of the vote, I will come forward with more strength," Khan said in a nationally televised live address. "Jinnah had the stature to come to politics. I thank God as he bestowed everything on me. Today too I don't need anything," the Pakistan prime minister said. Fighting for his political life, Khan addressed the nation late Thursday, appearing to blunder when he named the United States as the origin of a "message" he said showed meddling in Pakistan's affairs. Also read | I play till the last ball, says Pak PM Imran as he refuses to resign "America has...oh, not America but a foreign country I can't name. I mean from a foreign country, we received a message," he said. US State Department spokesman Ned Price told reporters there was "no truth" to the allegations. "We are closely following developments in Pakistan. We respect (and) we support Pakistan's constitutional process and the rule of law," Price said. Shocked at the way Imran Khan has endangered the global interests of the country. His recurring praise for Modi's foreign policy is an insult to the sacrifices of valient Kashmiris braving Hindutva. Among other things, the damage done to our foreign policy is incalculable. — Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) April 1, 2022 × The vote has become increasingly difficult for Khan since he lost his majority in parliament when his main ally quit his coalition. It could see the former cricket star ousted and the return of political uncertainty. No Pakistan premier has ever seen out a full term, and Khan is facing the biggest challenge to his rule since being elected in 2018, with opponents accusing him of economic mismanagement and foreign-policy bungling. The government is also battling to contain a rise in militancy by the Pakistan Taliban, which on Wednesday announced an offensive against security forces during Ramadan, due to begin within days with the sighting of the next new moon. (With inputs from agencies)

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Pakistan's National Assembly on Monday began its session to discuss the no-confidence resolution against Prime Minister Imran Khan.

Reports say 161 lawmakers voted in favour of tabling the resolution. After the resolution, the National Assembly session was adjourned till Thursday.

Earlier on Friday, Pakistan's parliament Speaker Asad Qaisar had adjourned the motion of no-confidence against Prime Minister Imran Khan. The move comes as Pakistan grapples with economic crisis and allegations of corruption.&nbsp;

The opposition party protested against the move as Pakistan People's Party leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari accused the Speaker of acting as a "personal servant" of PM Imran Khan.

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Ahead of the vote, the opposition's parliamentary committee met to discuss the issue before the parliament session began.

Meanwhile, reports claim a no-confidence motion against Punjab chief minister Usman Bazdar has been filed in the Punjab Assembly.&nbsp;

Punjab chief minister Usman Bazdar has reportedly submitted his resignation to PM Imran Khan.

Amid the turmoil, Pakistan's interior minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed said that voting on the no-trust motion would take place on April 4 if the National Assembly tabled the motion of Monday.

Pakistan's government's strength in Parliament has been reduced to 178 in the 342-member lower house after Shahzain Bugti of the Jamhoori Watan Party quit Imran Khan's ruling coalition.

(With inputs from Agencies)

Pakistan's National Assembly on Monday began its session to discuss the no-confidence resolution against Prime Minister Imran Khan. Reports say 161 lawmakers voted in favour of tabling the resolution.

Pakistan's National Assembly on Monday began its session to discuss the no-confidence resolution against Prime Minister Imran Khan. Reports say 161 lawmakers voted in favour of tabling the resolution. After the resolution, the National Assembly session was adjourned till Thursday. Earlier on Friday, Pakistan's parliament Speaker Asad Qaisar had adjourned the motion of no-confidence against Prime Minister Imran Khan. The move comes as Pakistan grapples with economic crisis and allegations of corruption. The opposition party protested against the move as Pakistan People's Party leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari accused the Speaker of acting as a "personal servant" of PM Imran Khan. Also Read: Pakistan PM Imran Khan, who faces a no-trust vote, calls it a foreign-funded conspiracy Ahead of the vote, the opposition's parliamentary committee met to discuss the issue before the parliament session began. Meanwhile, reports claim a no-confidence motion against Punjab chief minister Usman Bazdar has been filed in the Punjab Assembly. Punjab chief minister Usman Bazdar has reportedly submitted his resignation to PM Imran Khan. Amid the turmoil, Pakistan's interior minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed said that voting on the no-trust motion would take place on April 4 if the National Assembly tabled the motion of Monday. Pakistan's government's strength in Parliament has been reduced to 178 in the 342-member lower house after Shahzain Bugti of the Jamhoori Watan Party quit Imran Khan's ruling coalition. (With inputs from Agencies)

No-confidence resolution against PM Imran Khan tabled in Pak Parliament