Pakistan, July 10 -- ISLAMABAD - The Supreme Court has dismissed former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry's request to stop trial proceedings in multiple cases linked to the May 9 incidents. The court advised him to approach the Lahore High Court (LHC) instead.

Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, heading the bench, firmly stated, "Be thankful the courts are functioning," after hearing arguments from both sides. The court made it clear that only the High Court has the authority to issue a stay on such proceedings.

Fawad Chaudhry, who is facing several cases across different districts, sought consolidation of the cases and a temporary halt to the trials. However, the apex court noted that the LHC had already granted him exemption from personal appe...