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Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
PM Shehbaz warns India over water threats, vows firm response if Indus Treaty violated
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday warned India that any attempt to block Pakistan's water in violation of the Indus Waters Treaty would be met with a 'decisive response'. 'You threaten to stop our water. If you attempt such a move, Pakistan will teach you a lesson you will never forget,' the prime minister said while addressing an event held here in connection with International Youth Day. He emphasised that water is a lifeline for Pakistan, and no compromise would be made on the country's rights under international agreements. The prime minister said a 'new Pakistan' has emerged after the armed forces of Pakistan defeated India May 10. Pakistan hails arbitration court's ruling on Indus Waters Treaty He said India's pride was sunk on May 10 when the Pakistan Air Force downed six Indian fighter jets. He called it a historic moment for Pakistan. PM Shehbaz announced that 100,000 laptops would be distributed interest-free to students purely on merit. 'This government believes in transparency and merit, and we will ensure both in the distribution process.' The prime minister said the country's future is in the hands of youth, reaffirming his government's commitment to empowering youth through education and technology. During his address, PM Shehbaz also congratulated the nation on Independence Day and praised the role of minorities and all segments of society in the creation and development of Pakistan. Meanwhile, Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Sardar Muhammad Yousaf said the government was taking effective measures for the protection of minorities. All citizens have equal rights as per the Constitution, he said, adding that 'To ensure representation, the government has formulated a policy to promote interfaith harmony. Under this policy, minorities will be granted a 5% quota in jobs'. What is Indus Waters Treaty between Pakistan and India? Minister of State for Religious Affairs Khel Das Kohistani said Islam respects all other religions, and Pakistan's Constitution also protects the rights of all people, regardless of their faith. 'The prime minister is taking the country forward in line with the vision of the founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah,' he said. Chairman PM Youth Program Rana Mashhood Khan said Pakistan's first youth policy was introduced in 2011 by the then Chief Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Under the initiative, laptops, soft loans, and scholarships were provided to talented students across the province.
CBC
5 days ago
- Science
- CBC
Students on Ice celebrates 25 years of experiential education
For 25 years, Students on Ice has taken countless young people to the Arctic and Antarctic. And in that time, the program has made a big impact. Samuel Wat has that story.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
United Way calls for volunteers and books for reading programs
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — United Way is asking for volunteers to read with children this summer through the United Way Reading Adventure and for books to be given to children through different United Way programs. United Way will partner with different programs during the summer months to help students improve reading skills. The partnering programs include: InterServ school-age child care program at Wesley Center, InterServ school-age child care program at Sojourn Church, Noyes Home for Children and the Bartlett Center Youth Program. Each program is held at a different time and volunteers are needed in July and August to read with students. Volunteers will read with small groups of students for approximately 40 minutes. Volunteers can sign up to read once, a few times or on a regular schedule. Children in the United Way Reading Adventure program will also receive books throughout the summer to encourage reading at home. United Way also distributes books through several different programs to help build home libraries. New and gently used books for children ages six through 12 are needed as well. Individuals and organizations interested in volunteering to read or donating books can contact Jodi Flurry at (816) 364-2381 or or register online at
See - Sada Elbalad
28-01-2025
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Pakistani PM: Partnerships, skill development vital to empower youth for a peaceful, prosperous future
Basant Ahmed Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reiterating his government's strong commitment to youth empowerment, called for fostering partnership, supporting entrepreneurship and prioritizing youth's education and skill development to pave the way to a resilient Commonwealth and a prosperous future, AP of Pakistan reported. 'By ensuring that youth remain central to governance and decision-making processes, we can lead the way in fostering partnerships, supporting entrepreneurship, and prioritizing education and skills development. This will ensure that our future is in the hands of an empowered young generation,' the prime minister said addressing the inaugural session of the Commonwealth Asia Youth Alliance summit here. The prime minister welcomed the participating delegates from several nations and said that as a founding member, Pakistan attached great importance to the Commonwealth and its institutions which served as an important platform for consensus-building and fostering partnerships. The opening session of the international summit was attended by the delegates from 12 countries, federal ministers, diplomats, 113 new members of National Youth Council, students and academicians from across the country. With over 60% of the Commonwealth population under the age of 30, the future rests in the hands of the youth. These hands must be empowered and equipped through vigorous training and access to modern technology. This will enable them to carve out a peaceful, progressive, and prosperous future.' He said Pakistan with a youth bulge of around 70% of the population under the age of 30, fully understood the potential as the challenge could easily be transformed into great opportunities. Emphasising the undeniable role of youth in development, he told the international gathering that he always prioritized the productive employment of youth as a key focus area and devoted significant efforts to this goal. He said that the government was committed to empowering youth through transformative initiatives such as the Youth Program empowering millions of boys and girls across Pakistan. Referring to his term as Punjab chief minister, Shehbaz Sharif mentioned the launch of the Punjab Education Endowment Fund to provide stipends to high achievers for education, the establishment of Daanish Schools which were now being expanded to Islamabad, Azad Kashmir (AJK), and remote areas of Balochistan. Moreover, around 600,000 laptops were distributed to high achievers which during the COVID time proved to be valuable sources for distance learning as well as earning. A fresh program had been launched for laptop distribution to high achievers from Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), and AJK, coming from humble financial backgrounds, he added. Urging the youth for dedicated efforts and contribution to nation-building, he advised, 'Dream boldly, act courageously, work tirelessly, and have faith and spirit of conviction. Remember, it is you—our sons and daughters—who are the pioneers of our future. Through your knowledge and experience, you will unlock untapped potential, ensuring Pakistan's well-being, progress, and prosperity.' Earlier, the prime minister also administered the oath to the members of the National Youth Council and gave away the Climate Champion Awards to 20 youth who had positively contributed to environmental preservation. In his address, Chairman of Prime Minister's Youth Program (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan welcomed the guests from 12 countries and also congratulated 113 new members of the third batch of the Prime Minister National Youth Council (NYC). He shared that 49 boys, as many girls, two transgenders and 13 candidates from overseas diaspora were selected through interviews conducted by a panel of professionals and leaders. The PMYP chairman said that CAYA summit would provide an effective platform to strengthen the dynamic role of young leadership and facilitate dialogue. He said that the establishment of the Commonwealth Asia Youth Secretariat was a positive development reflecting trust in Pakistan's youth. To promote the rich heritage and scenic beauty of the country, a video on Pakistan's tourism potential was showcased in the event, captivating the audience with stunning visuals of the nation's diverse landscapes. A video message from the Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland was also played, who acknowledged the Government of Pakistan's strides in youth development and its significant contributions to the Commonwealth community. The event also featured the formal inauguration of the Commonwealth Asia Youth Alliance Secretariat in Pakistan as well as the SPARK Magazine of PM Youth Program. A session was also held on leadership capacity building, stakeholder management, and resource mobilization which discussed the issues like child marriage and other challenges, besides the youth empowerment.
