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PM announces 100,000 free laptops for students PM says distribution of laptops will cover all four provinces and will be based purely on merit, without any nepotism

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced the distribution of 100,000 free laptops among talented students across the country on merit, during an International Youth Day event in Islamabad on Tuesday. Premier stated that the distribution of these laptops will cover all four provinces, the federal capital Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir, and will be based purely on merit, without any nepotism. He added that these laptops would be separate from the scheme for laptops through interest-based loans. Referring to Operation Bunyanum Marsoos, the prime minister mentioned that Pakistan’s victory on May 10 against a numerically larger and more boastful enemy had instilled a new vigour in the entire nation. He urged the youth to build on the spirit of this achievement and work hard to bring honour to the country. Earlier, during the ceremony, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Program, Rana Mashhood, said the government’s merit-based programs for youth had enabled talented and des...
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Supreme Court Sets New Date for Punjab Elections: Upholding the Constitution and Ensuring Fair Elections

 


The Supreme Court of Pakistan has recently set a new date for the Punjab elections after ruling that the Election Commission's (ECP) decision to delay the polls until 8th October was unconstitutional. The new date, 14th May, has been welcomed by political parties and citizens alike as a step towards upholding the constitution and ensuring fair and free elections.

The Election Commission had earlier postponed the Punjab elections, along with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) polls, citing security concerns and logistical challenges. However, the decision was challenged in the Supreme Court by various political parties, including Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). The petitioners argued that the Election Commission's decision was against the constitution and would undermine the democratic process.

The Supreme Court's verdict to set a new date for the Punjab elections is a clear message to all stakeholders that democracy and the rule of law should be upheld at all times. The court has stated that the Election Commission's decision to delay the elections is "ultra vires" of the Constitution and that the Commission did not have the authority to make such a decision.

This decision by the Supreme Court ensures that the democratic process is not undermined and that the people of Punjab have their voices heard through a fair and transparent electoral process. The new date, 14th May, provides ample time for political parties to campaign and for citizens to exercise their right to vote.

Furthermore, the court's decision has also boosted the confidence of the people in the judiciary and their trust in the democratic system. The people of Pakistan have long been advocating for a fair and just electoral process, and this verdict is a step in the right direction towards fulfilling that goal.

In conclusion, the Supreme Court's decision to set a new date for the Punjab elections is a significant win for democracy and the rule of law. It highlights the importance of transparent, fair and timely elections and sends a strong message to all stakeholders that the judiciary will not tolerate any attempt to undermine the democratic process. It is a step towards upholding the constitution and ensuring that the voices of the people of Punjab are heard through a fair and transparent electoral process.

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