HYDERABAD: August 05 –
Officials and students of Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences (LUMHS) participate in a Kashmir Solidarity Rally and Jashn-e-Azadi Walk to mark Youm-e-Istehsal Kashmir at LUMHS Jamshoro.
HYDERABAD: August 05 –
Vice Chancellor of Government College Women University Faisalabad (GCWUF), Prof. Dr. Kanwal Amin, leads a walk organized in connection with Yaum-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir (Kashmir Exploitation Day) at GCWUF.
FAISALABAD: August 05 –
FAISALABAD: August 05 – Vice Chancellor of Government College Women University Faisalabad (GCWUF), Prof. Dr. Kanwal Amin, leads a walk organized in connection with Yaum-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir (Kashmir Exploitation Day) at GCWUF. APP/TWR/MAF/TZD/FHA
FAISALABAD: August 05 – People view a pictorial exhibition in connection with Yaum-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir (Kashmir Exploitation Day) organized by Punjab Council of Arts at Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan Auditorium. APP/TWR/MAF/TZD/FHA
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry witnessing signing of Letter of Intent (Lol) by Chinese firm.
ISLAMABAD: August 05 –
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting regarding facilitating Agri Loans.
ISLAMABAD: August 05 –
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting regarding facilitating Agri Loans.
ISLAMABAD: August 05 –
ISLAMABAD: August 05 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting regarding facilitating Agri Loans. APP/MAF/TZD/FHA
Mohsin Naqvi condemns Indian actions in Kashmir, calls August 5 the darkest day in valley’s history
ISLAMABAD, Aug 05 (APP): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has strongly condemned India’s continued occupation and human rights violations in Jammu and Kashmir, calling August 5 the “darkest day” in the region’s history.
In a special message issued on the occasion of Youm-e-Istehsal (Day of Exploitation), Naqvi lashed out at the Modi government for its unilateral revocation of Article 370 and 35A, stripping the region of its special constitutional status in 2019.
“August 5 is the darkest day in the history of Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir,” said Naqvi. “By distorting the special constitutional identity of the region, India has openly violated United Nations Security Council resolutions and international law.”
Naqvi accused the Indian government of launching a calculated campaign to erode Kashmiri identity and suppress the people’s right to self-determination. “The Modi regime has used brute force to snatch away the constitutional rights, identity, and freedom of Kashmiris. It is nothing less than an assault on their existence.”
He highlighted a litany of human rights abuses taking place in the region since the revocation, including extrajudicial killings, suppression of free speech, media blackouts, prolonged curfews, and widespread violence. “The valley has been turned into a graveyard of human rights,” he said.
Naqvi expressed deep concern over the demographic changes being imposed through the new domicile laws introduced by India. “Millions of Hindu settlers are being granted domicile in Kashmir with the sole aim of turning the local Muslim majority into a minority. This is a direct attack on the cultural and ethnic identity of the region.”
Calling out the silence of the international community, Naqvi said, “The crisis in occupied Kashmir is a sad reflection of global apathy. Even the sincere offer of mediation by former U.S. President Donald Trump was flatly rejected by the Modi administration.”
He warned that India’s unilateral and provocative actions posed a severe threat to regional peace and stability. “South Asia cannot afford another conflict. The Kashmir issue demands immediate international attention and resolution in accordance with the will of the Kashmiri people and UN resolutions.”
Naqvi paid rich tribute to the resilience and courage of unarmed Kashmiris, who continue to raise the banner of freedom despite brutal suppression. “We salute their unyielding spirit. They are facing illegal and inhumane tactics with unmatched determination.”
He reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering support for the people of Kashmir. “Every child in Pakistan stands shoulder to shoulder with our Kashmiri brothers and sisters. We will continue to extend our moral, political, and diplomatic support at every forum until they achieve their right to self-determination.”
Kashmiri people’s just cause to ultimately triumph: Chinese scholar
BEIJING, Aug 5 (APP):Terming struggle of the Kashmiri people for self-determination a just cause, Prof Cheng Xizhong, Senior Research Fellow at Charhar Institute, Tuesday said that he firmly believed that their just cause will ultimately triumph. The entire international community should firmly support this just cause and speak out with the strongest voice in support of the just rights and interests of the Kashmiri people in IIOJK.”
In a statement, he said, “At the sixth anniversary of Youm-e-Istehsal Kashmir, we should reaffirm our unwavering support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). At the same time, we should strongly protest against the continued illegal occupation of IIOJK by Indian security forces and their bloody atrocities.”
He said that the people all over the will never forget that on this day six years ago, that is, August 5, 2019, India abrogated Article 370 of its constitution, revoking the special autonomous status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. This act has seriously violated the rights of the Kashmiri people and disrupted peace and stability in the region.
Pakistan and the Kashmiri people have designated this day as Kashmir Exploitation Day (Youm-e-Istehsal), and the massive protests around the world are a powerful condemnation of India’s unilateral illegal actions.
Prof Cheng said that since India took illegal actions, the people in IIOJK have suffered unprecedented hardships. The Indian occupation forces have committed numerous atrocities, including extrajudicial executions, enforced disappearances and illegal imprisonment of Kashmiri leaders, and endless raid operations, with Kashmiri youth being a key target. The lives of the local people have fallen into chaos, their basic rights have been deprived, and social order has been severely disrupted. IIOJK has become one of the most militarized regions in the world. However, even so, the struggle of the Kashmiri people for freedom has never stopped. They have been bravely fighting against aggressors for human dignity and freedom.
On this special day, we highly appreciate the great efforts made by Pakistan. Pakistan has always firmly supported the right of self-determination of the Kashmiri people, and has unflinchingly defended justice in the face of India’s tough stance and illegal actions. We firmly stand with Pakistan, call on the international community to pay attention to the Kashmir issue. India should immediately stop its illegal acts and armed occupation, respect the will of the Kashmiri people, and work together with the international community for a fair and peaceful settlement of the Kashmir issue in accordance with the resolutions of the UN Security Council, he added.
He believed that a peaceful resolution to the Kashmir issue is crucial for maintaining peace and stability in South Asia and even globally. Any unilateral change in the status quo should not be tolerated. Let us contribute our efforts together for the future of the Kashmiri people and regional peace, and support Pakistan’s stance in fighting for justice.
Pakistan reaffirms solidarity with Kashmiri people on ‘Youm-e-Istehsal’
ISLAMABAD, Aug 05 (APP):The people and Government of Pakistan on Tuesday solemnly observed the ‘Youm-e- Istehsal’, on the sixth anniversary of India’s illegal and unilateral actions of 5 August 2019 in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).
In their special messages on the occasion, the President, the Prime Minister and the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister have renewed Pakistan’s unwavering diplomatic, political and moral support to the Kashmir Cause and called for resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with the relevant UN Security Council Resolutions and aspirations of the Kashmiri people, a news release from Foreign Office Spokesperson said.
They have also underscored that India’s unlawful actions since 5 August 2019 are aimed at turning the Kashmiris into a disempowered community in their own land.
The Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister has addressed letters to President UN General Assembly, President UN Security Council, UN Secretary General, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights and OIC Secretary General to apprise them of the latest developments in IIOJK. In these letters, he has urged the implementation of relevant UN Security Council resolutions to enable the people of Jammu and Kashmir to determine their own future. He has also stressed the urgent need for improving the human rights situation in IIOJK and releasing the incarcerated Kashmiri political prisoners.
Ahead of the ‘Youm-e-Istehsal’, the Foreign Secretary briefed the Islamabad-based diplomatic missions on the situation in IIOJK, on 4 August 2025. She highlighted the legal, security and human rights dimensions of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, with special reference to the developments of the past few months in the region.
To express solidarity with the oppressed people of IIOJK, a special ‘Walk’ was held in Islamabad, this morning, along the Constitution Avenue, up to the D-Chowk. The walk was led by Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister. The officers and staff members of the Ministry participated in the walk, alongside people from other spheres of life.
A range of activities have been designed throughout the country to observe ‘Youm-e-Istehsal’, which include public rallies, seminars, webinars, panel discussions and photo exhibitions. With the active participation of Pakistani and Kashmiri Diaspora, Pakistan’s diplomatic missions around the world are also arranging special events to raise global awareness about the Indian oppression in IIOJK.
Two drug peddlers held, drugs recovered
LODHRAN, Aug 05 (APP):The police on Tuesday claimed to have arrested two drug peddlers and recovered over two kilograms of heroin during two separate raids.
According to a spokesperson for the police, Sadar police Kahror Pacca raided and arrested a drug peddler, Allah Dad with 1120 gramme heroin.
Meanwhile, Dhanot police, on a tip off, raided and arrested Nadeem Rajpoot besides recovering 1060-g heroin.
Separate cases were registered against the accused under a drug act and launched interrogation.
PM Shehbaz directs swift reforms to ease low-cost loans for small farmers
ISLAMABAD, Aug 05 (APP):Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Tuesday directed immediate reforms to simplify and expand access to low-cost agricultural loans for small and medium-scale farmers, calling it a critical step for boosting agricultural productivity and ensuring economic dignity for the country’s rural backbone.
The prime minister while chairing a high-level review meeting here, emphasized that small farmers must be treated with respect and given due facilitation, particularly when it comes to acquiring low-interest loans for their agricultural needs, a Prime Minister’s Office news release said.
“Small-scale farmers face immense challenges in securing low-cost loans,” said PM Shehbaz, adding, “Providing them with easier access to affordable credit is among the government’s top priorities.”
During the meeting, PM Shehbaz instructed the concerned authorities to accelerate reforms within the Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL), and to encourage private banks to step forward in offering concessional loans to the agricultural sector on easier terms.
The prime minister announced that he will chair review meetings every three weeks to monitor the implementation of loan facilitation initiatives and reforms at ZTBL.
PM Shehbaz reiterated his government’s commitment to agricultural development and the empowerment of small farmers through institutional support, financial inclusion, and practical reforms.
Officials briefed the Prime Minister on the ongoing reform efforts at ZTBL, the bank’s performance, and proposed strategies to improve agricultural lending. The meeting also reviewed the role of private banks in supporting the agri-sector through credit disbursement.
Key federal cabinet members and top officials present at the meeting included Federal Ministers Rana Tanveer Hussain and Ahsan Iqbal, PM’s Advisors Muhammad Ali and Haroon Akhtar, Ministers of State Bilal Azhar Kayani and Abdul Rehman Kanju, Governor State Bank Jameel Ahmad, MNA Iftikhar Nazir, and PM’s Coordinator Musharraf Zaidi, among others.