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According to Justice Mandikhail, military personnel are subject to the Army Act.

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Crimes under the Army Act solely apply to military people, said Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhel on Monday.

His statement was made before the Supreme Court’s intra-court appeal hearing against the trial of civilians in military courts.

A seven-member constitutional panel, led by Justice Aminuddin Khan, is considering the matter. Jamal Mandokhail, Muhammad Ali Mazhar, Hassan Azhar Rizvi, Musarat Hilali, Naeem Akhtar Afghan, and Shahid Bilal Hassan are among the justices on the bench.

Justice Khan instructed Khawaja Haris, the Ministry of Defense’s attorney, to wrap up the arguments by tomorrow.

Advocate Haris contended that the Supreme Court had ruled that Section 59 of the Army Act (4) was unconstitutional. In response, Justice Mandokhel noted that the Army Act lists numerous crimes and that all crimes will be applicable to military members under the Act.

According to the attorney, the Army Act will be analyzed in light of Official Secrets Act sections 2D(1) and 2D(2), and Section 31D of the Army Act governs civilian trials.

Section 31D dealt with persuading soldiers to abstain from their duty, according to Justice Mandokhel. “It is unclear whose case will be heard by military courts.”

“The Constitution also validates many tribunals,” said Justice Hilali. “The important thing is to decide which cases should be heard where and how.”

Justice Mandokhel asked him if a court martial will be used to try civilians in military courts. “Trial by military courts is court martial,” advocate Haris retorted.

Justice Hilali asked him if the Army Act had any penalties for violating the Constitution if an army officer did so.

Khawaja Haris retorted that the crime is punishable under Article 6. All laws are subordinate to Article 6. Oath violations are likewise punishable under the Army Act.

According to Justice Mandokhel, the judiciary has already upheld martial law; the question now is whether Article 6 applies to those justices.

The judges’ names were first mentioned in the Pervez Musharraf case, but they were later removed from the treason trial, according to Justice Mazhar.

Justice Rizvi asked if changes made to certain parts of the Army Act in August 2023 might be applied retroactively to the May 2023 occurrences. He inquired about the possibility of using the modified Army Act to try the defendants in the May 9 occurrences.

Advocate Haris retorted that hearings were held and that the accused had selected counsel. It had previously been stated that the court had reserved decisions in certain matters and proclaimed judgment in others, Justice Rizvi said.

Justice Mazhar stated that he was curious about the classification of the witnesses. “A joint trial should not have taken place,” he noted. Written provisions indeed exist; however, it is unclear if they have been put into practice.

Since the start of the hearing, Justice Mandokhel noted, he had been worried about whether or not the average person is subject to army discipline.

Afterwards, the Supreme Court postponed the hearing until Tuesday.

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China and Pakistan will travel to Pamir-Hindu Kush-Karakoram together on scientific trips.

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BEIJING: With assistance from the China-Pakistan Joint Research Center on Earth Sciences (CPJRC), Northwest University (NWU) and Karakoram International University (KIU) want to carry out collaborative scientific expeditions in the Pamir-Hindu Kush-Karakoram region.

According to the recently signed partnership agreement between the two universities, they will work together on research projects, develop talent, and train teachers primarily in the areas of cultural heritage conservation and geological catastrophe prevention and control.

According to CEN, they also talked about expanding the options for Pakistani students to pursue postdoctoral and academic degrees at NWU.

“There is a strong need for external cooperation in geological disaster and cultural heritage preservation due to complex geological conditions, frequent disasters, and unique cultural heritage in the region where KIU is located,” stated KIU Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Attaullah Shah.

In addition to KIU’s distinct characteristics, NWU has an edge in areas such ecological environmental protection, natural disaster prevention and control, etc., according to NWU President Sun Qingwei.

China-Pakistan cooperation in earth science is constantly evolving. A DoU to jointly develop the Karakoram Observation and Research Station (KORS) on Natural Hazards was recently inked in February between KIU and CPJRC.

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Unveiling of the PSL X trophy in the Arabian Sea

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With the stunning introduction of its historic 10th edition trophy, Luminara, in Karachi’s coastal waters, the HBL Pakistan Super League has created history.
This extraordinary action, which represents creativity, tenacity, genius, and the essence of Pakistan’s top T20 league, is a new turning point in the league’s history.
The PCB released a video showing Colombian cliff-diving sensation Orlando Duque, aided by the Pakistan Navy, plunging into the Arabian Sea to retrieve the PSL X trophy, “Luminara,” which is picked up by former captain Sarfraz Ahmed and PSL CEO Salman Naseer on the Karachi shores.
Made from a single sheet of solid silver that has been expertly machined to create its elaborate stone settings, Luminara is a stunning work of art. The trophy, which weighs 10 kg and is embellished with 22,850 high-luster zircon stones, is a reflection of the HBL PSL’s competitive prowess, passion, and exceptional stars.
The Latin words “lumens,” which means “light,” and “luminare,” which means “torch,” are the sources of the name Luminara, which means illumination. It represents the league’s ten-year history of setting the standard for entertainment and cricket excellence.
With the assistance of the Pakistan Navy, a professional diver unearthed a treasure box from the deep sea during the revealing, which took place in the open waters of the Arabian Sea. The prized trophy was then presented to HBL PSL stakeholders in Karachi. The story describes an amazing performance that embodies the league’s richness, development, and unflinching attitude. Cricket players, franchise representatives, and HBL and PCB officials all witnessed this extraordinary spectacle, which increased the anticipation for HBL PSL X.
In his remarks on the momentous occasion, Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi stated that the league’s dedication to innovation and quality is demonstrated by the introduction of “Luminara” at sea. “This trophy symbolizes the league’s illuminating history and its promising future as we commemorate ten years of the HBL PSL,” he continued.
“The HBL Pakistan Super League has always been about pushing boundaries, both on and off the field,” stated Salman Naseer, CEO of the HBL PSL. The HBL PSL has been a rich source of skill, tenacity, and sportsmanship, just like the sea is full of secrets and depth. This special reveal demonstrates the intense enthusiasm that our players and supporters have for the game.
The 10th edition of HBL PSL is set to take place in four cities – Karachi, Lahore, Multan and Rawalpindi from 11 April to 18 May. The opening match will be played between the defending champions Islamabad United (IU) and Lahore Qalandars (LQ) at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

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The policy of repatriation is enforced by Pakistan, and the deadline for Afghan citizen card holders to leave the country is set for 18 days.

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It is only 18 days left until the deadline that the government has set for the departure of unlawful foreign nationals and holders of Afghan Citizen Cards. The deadline is rapidly approaching.

It is expected that the foreign nationals who are illegally residing in the country would face severe consequences if they do not leave the country by the 31st of March.

Considering that there are just 18 days left, the deadline for their departure is drawing near almost immediately. A guarantee has been provided by the government that there will be no instances of cruelty during the process of evacuation.

As an additional point of interest, the government has announced that preparations have been taken to provide food and medical services for individuals who are departing the nation.

It was highlighted by the government that foreign nationals who wish to remain in Pakistan must complete the legal conditions in order to obtain permission to do so.

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