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Veteran Pakistani Actor Ayesha Khan Found Dead at 77, Body Discovered a Week Later

Renowned Pakistani actress  Ayesha Khan  was found dead in her Karachi home on  June 19 , though authorities believe she had passed away around  June 13 , nearly a week prior. Her body was discovered in a  decomposed state , according to Pakistani media outlet  The Express Tribune . Ayesha Khan had a celebrated television career spanning nearly  four decades , appearing in numerous  dramas, telefilms, and films . Her final TV appearance was in  "Soteli Maamta" (2020) . Police responded after neighbors reported a strong foul odor from her house. Her remains were taken to the  Jinnah Post Graduate Medical Centre  for a postmortem, but the procedure was paused until her  son’s arrival from abroad . Currently, her body is being held at the  Edhi Foundation mortuary . Preliminary findings suggest she may have  slipped in the bathroom  and died of  natural causes , police told  Dawn News .

Delhi High Court Strengthens Bench with Two New Judges

 


The Delhi High Court has appointed two additional judges, increasing its total strength to 41. This move aims to address the growing backlog of cases and improve the efficiency of the judicial system. Chief Justice Satish Chandra Sharma administered the oath to Justices Rajiv Shakdher and Rekha Palli, both of whom bring extensive legal expertise to the bench.

With an increasing number of pending cases, the Delhi High Court has been under pressure to expedite hearings and deliver timely verdicts. The newly appointed judges are expected to contribute significantly to clearing the backlog, ensuring faster resolution of disputes.

Legal experts have welcomed the appointments, stating that an expanded bench will enhance the judicial system's capacity to handle complex cases, including those related to constitutional law, commercial disputes, and public interest litigations.

The move is part of a larger effort to strengthen the judiciary and improve access to justice for citizens. The government has also been urged to continue filling vacant judicial positions in other high courts across the country to ensure the efficient functioning of the legal system.

The Delhi High Court is now better equipped to handle the increasing workload, and the impact of these appointments is expected to be felt in the coming months.

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