**New Judges Sworn In at IHC: A Look at the Updates and Details**
Chief Justice Aamer Farooq recently presided over a significant event at the Islamabad High Court, where the swearing-in of two new additional judges, Justice Raja Inam Amin Minhas and Justice Muhammad Azam Khan, took place. This ceremony marked the official induction of the new judges into their roles within the Islamabad High Court.
**Implications of the New Judges**
The swearing-in ceremony, a momentous occasion in the legal landscape of Pakistan, saw Chief Justice Aamer Farooq administering the oath to the newly appointed judges. With this official act, Justice Raja Inam Amin Minhas and Justice Muhammad Azam Khan assumed their positions as judges at the Islamabad High Court, bringing fresh perspectives and expertise to the esteemed institution.
**Changes in Court Operations**
As a result of the addition of the two new judges, the Islamabad High Court has issued a new roster that will come into effect this week. The updated roster includes the formation of five division benches and 10 single benches, aimed at streamlining court operations and enhancing efficiency in the dispensation of justice.
**Upcoming Judicial Nominations**
Looking ahead, the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) is gearing up to convene on February 1 for the crucial task of nominating nine additional judges to the Peshawar High Court (PHC). This meeting, chaired by Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, will be held at the Supreme Court building in Islamabad, setting the stage for the selection of qualified candidates to serve on the esteemed bench.
In a bid to ensure transparency and fairness in the nomination process, a total of 40 names have been submitted to the JCP for consideration. These names encompass a diverse pool of candidates, including district and session judges, as well as esteemed lawyers who have demonstrated exemplary legal acumen and dedication to upholding the rule of law.
As the legal fraternity eagerly anticipates the outcomes of these nominations, the addition of new judges to the Islamabad High Court heralds a new chapter in the judicial landscape of Pakistan, promising enhanced efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of justice to all citizens.
