Suit called. The learned counsel for the plaintiff is present. Defendant No. 1 is present along with his learned counsel, who has filed a power of attorney on behalf of defendants Nos. 1 to 5, a vakalatnama on behalf of defendants Nos. 1 to 5, and an application for adjournment. Order on the said application is passed separately. As per the bailiff???s report, defendants Nos. 2 and 4 are residing at Karachi, whereas defendants Nos. 3 and 5 have refused service. Official defendant No. 9 has already filed a written statement. Official defendants Nos. 6 to 8 and 10 have been served but are called absent. The acknowledgment due (A.D.) in respect of defendant No. 11 has been received. The DDA is present. Adjourned to 30.10.2026 for filing of written statements on behalf of defendants Nos. 1 to 5 and objections to the application under Order XXXIX Rules 1 and 2 CPC.