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CJP Bandial directs ECP to implement LHC orders on Punjab election date

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ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial on Wednesday directed the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to implement the Lahore High Court’s (LHC) orders on general elections in Punjab.

The directives were issued by the Supreme Court when it took up the petition of the Punjab Assembly lawmakers that were de-seated for not towing the party lines. The plea was dismissed as the petitioner informed the bench that it was inadmissible following the dissolution of the assembly.

At the outset of the hearing, CJP Umar Ata Bandial observed that the issue of restoring the dissident lawmakers was over as the assembly had been dissolved.

The CJP then asked the Election Commission what it was doing on the directives issued by the high court to give a date for the elections.

At this, ECP’s director-general of law told the bench that a delegation of the commission had met Punjab Governor Baligh Ur Rehman on the issue a day earlier. He added that the governor had directed the ECP to seek further clarity in this regard.

“The legal way has to be taken by the governor or the Election Commission?” asked CJP. The ECP official said that it was the governor’s domain.

At that point, Justice Ayesha Malik interjected and asked why the ECP was consulting with the governor.

“Does the Constitution make it liable for the ECP to consult the governor before the polls?” she asked.

Meanwhile, CJP Bandial told the ECP counsel that the high court had asked them to hold elections and they should implement its order.

To this, ECP’s DG law informed the bench that the court had also directed them to consult with the governor.

“If the high court has given this order then follow it,” remarked CJP Bandial and disposed of the plea.

LHC directs ECP to hold polls within 90 days

Last week, the high court had directed the commission to ensure that polls in Punjab are held within 90 days.

Announcing the reserved verdict, Justice Jawad Hassan accepted the PTI’s plea and asked the electoral body to hold the polls within the constitutional limit.

“…the ECP is directed to immediately announce the date of election of the Provincial Assembly of Punjab with the notification specifying reasons, after consultation with the Governor of Punjab, being the constitutional Head of the Province, to ensure that the elections are held not later than ninety days as per the mandate of the Constitution,” the judgment read.

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Saying goodbye to international cricket, Bismah Maroof

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The decision to leave international cricket was made by Pakistani women’s cricket player Bismah Maroof on Thursday.

According to details, Maroof declared: “I am choosing to say goodbye to the sport, which I really enjoy. I have a really memorable cricket journey.”

Saying, “The PCB, companions, family, and fans have always supported me,” she highlighted the importance of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and fans to her career.

With an average of 29.55, Maroof had scored 3369 runs in 136 WODIs while playing for Pakistan.

Throughout 140 WT20Is, Maroof averaged 27.55 and scored 2893 runs.

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Rana Sana and Saad Rafique offered to join the government, according to sources

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In order to craft a political narrative, Rana Sanaullah reportedly persuaded the PM to let them remain outside the government.

They should write the political narrative while still working for the government, PM Shehbaz Sharif instructed them, according to sources.

“Since you will speak while staying outside the government fold, it will appear that we are against it,” the PM stated.

Khawaja Saad Rafique, according to sources, was also of the opinion that Rana Sanaullah was near to having.

According to their respective opinions, “We have to create a narrative in view of the future, liked by the masses.”

“The Prime Minister stated that Nawaz Sharif will decide on this issue,” according to party insiders.

“If Nawaz Sharif decides to let us join the government, Rana Sanaullah said,” according to sources.

The sources went on to say that Nawaz Sharif will decide on the issue after returning from his current trip to China.

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More than 100,000 people sign up for CM Punjab’s motorbike programme.

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The information indicates that approximately 16,000 online applications were submitted to the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) via the web portal. Records from the PITB indicated that 3,800 pupils applied for electric motorcycles and over 13,000 for gas-powered motorcycles.

Before the first phase deadline of April 29, students from Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad, Bahawalpur, and Rawalpindi are eligible to apply.

The Punjab government would pay the down payment for the students to purchase gasoline and electric motorcycles through convenient monthly installment options.

Additionally, the markup will be paid by the province government in equal monthly installments.

It is important to note that on April 12th, CM Maryam Nawaz announced the start of the Chief Minister Youth Initiative project, which involves providing 20,000 bikes.

With the help of CM Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, students can purchase motorbikes and e-bikes through simple monthly installment plans. Male students can take advantage of this offer for Rs 11,676 per month, while female students can do so for Rs 7,325 per month.

Interestingly, the distribution of motorcycles in Lahore would take into account the population density of every district, guaranteeing fair access for pupils throughout the area.

April 29, 2024 is the deadline for submitting applications in order to be eligible for the motorcycles. Students who are interested may apply via the official Punjab government website.