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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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US Congressman expresses concern over human rights violations in Pakistan


 


The United States Congressman Brad Sherman has written to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, raising concerns over the alleged violations of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in Pakistan. In his letter, dated April 11, Sherman urged Blinken to guide the US Pakistan policy towards a greater commitment to human rights.

The Congressman called on the Pakistani authorities to investigate the alleged abuses and hold accountable anyone responsible. Sherman stated that he was particularly concerned about the treatment of political figures or citizens who simply want to demonstrate, adding that they should not be subjected to anti-democratic consequences.

Pakistan has been under scrutiny for its human rights record for many years. The country has been criticized by several human rights organizations for its treatment of minorities, particularly religious minorities, as well as for its treatment of women and journalists. There have been reports of forced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and restrictions on freedom of speech and expression.

Sherman's letter comes at a time when Pakistan is facing criticism from the international community over its human rights record. Recently, the European Parliament adopted a resolution condemning Pakistan's human rights violations, particularly the use of blasphemy laws to target minorities and the enforced disappearances of activists.

It is essential that Pakistan takes steps to address these concerns and improve its human rights record. The country's authorities must ensure that all citizens are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their religion, ethnicity, or political affiliation. The government must take concrete steps to investigate and hold accountable those responsible for human rights abuses.

The US and other countries must continue to pressure Pakistan to improve its human rights record. It is only through sustained international pressure that Pakistan will take the necessary steps to address the human rights concerns and ensure that all citizens are treated with dignity and respect.

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