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A delegation of coal mining companies owners called on Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar
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British High Commissioner meets Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Chairman at Badshahi Mosque
LAHORE, August 26 (APP):Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Chairman Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabeer Azad on Saturday welcomed British High Commissioner Jane Marriott at the Badshahi Mosque and shed light on its historical significance and architectural beauty.
Maulana Azad who is also the Khateeb and Imam of Badshahi Mosque, extended warm greetings and focused on matters of mutual interest. The recent tragic incident in Jaranwala was also discussed during the meeting.
Maulana Azad highlighted the role of religious leaders and scholars of various faiths in the context of the Jaranwala incident.
He emphasized the importance of safeguarding the rights of minorities and assured that Islam guarantees the protection of minority rights.
He reiterated that the responsibility of imposing penalties lies with the state, and Pakistan as a nation upholds this principle.
Expressing condemnation for the incident, Maulana Azad stated that the government, armed forces, and the entire nation were resolute in preventing such incidents in the future emphasizing the need for effective measures and practical wisdom to ensure lasting peace.
He conveyed to the British High Commissioner the solidarity and cooperation of all compassionate individuals and minority communities residing in the country.
He also commended the efforts of Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar and Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi for their commendable initiatives in swiftly rebuilding the affected houses and places of worship in Jaranwala.
Maulana Azad also presented the great national narrative “Paigham-e-Pakistan” to British High Commissioner Jane Marriott.
British High Commissioner Jane Marroitt commended his leadership and contributions in addressing the situation.
A vendor arranging and displaying bird’s nests and wooden base stand for refrigerator on his bicycle to attract the customers in Federal Capital
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Gypsy women loading grass on the vehicle at roadside
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Skilled laborer busy in work to enhance the beauty of underpass wall at 7th Avenue during development work in Federal Capital
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Extension work of head Muhammad Wala Road is in process
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Vehicles passing through rainwater during heavy rain in the city
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A significant group of individuals is traveling on tricycle carts along Railway Station Road
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WASA directed to remain alert to avoid urban flooding
RAWALPINDI, Aug 26 (APP):Caretaker Chief Minister Punjab, Mohsin Naqvi has directed the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) Rawalpindi to remain alert to cope with urban flooding, particularly in low-lying areas near Nullah Lai.
According to a WASA spokesman, Adviser to Chief Minister Punjab on Law and Parliamentary Affairs Kanwar Muhammad Dilshad during a visit on Saturday inspected the heavy machinery of WASA at Liaquat Bagh Office.
The Advisor also visited Nullah Lai and checked the ongoing cleanliness operation being conducted to clear Nullah Lai.
He expressed satisfaction over the arrangements made for the upcoming rain spell.
He appreciated all the arrangements of the agency to avoid urban flooding in the city during the Monsoon.
Kanwar Dilshad said that due to the best possible arrangements made before the start of Monsoon rains, this year, there was no emergency and the situation remained under control, particularly during heavy rains.
Managing Director, WASA Muhammad Tanveer informed that all the obstacles in the flow of water developed due to the last heavy rain spell were being removed utilizing heavy machinery.
It’s our social responsibility to protect minorities: Ashrafi
SARGODHA, Aug 26 (APP):A conference on ‘Religious Harmony’ was organized by the district Peace Committee on Saturday.
Pakistan Ulema Council Chairman Maulana Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi participated in the conference as the chief guest while Commissioner Muhammad Ajmal Bhatti, RPO Shariq Kamal Siddiqui, Deputy Commissioner Captain (Retired) Shoaib Ali, DPO Faisal Kamran, spokesperson for the Church of Pakistan Amael Khokhar, and former MPA Tahir Naveed Chaudhry were present along with members of the Christian community. Scholars from different sects, professors and people from various walks of life also attended.
Addressing the conference, Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi said that Islam teaches love and peace and respect for all religions. He said the Jaranwala violence was a sad incident and condemned it on behalf of ulema belonging to all schools of thoughts. The accused of the Jaranwala incident have been arrested and they would face the law, he said and added, “Our society and religion do not allow punishing any individual without fulfilling legal requirements.” He said, “it is our social responsibility to protect lives and properties of minorities”.
The Commissioner said, “Sargodha is a peaceful division, and we all work together to maintain this atmosphere of peace.”
Speaking at the conference, RPO Shariq Kamal Siddiqui said that in the past five days, 64 phone calls had been received against controversial content on social media in different districts of Punjab. He said that the purpose of such actions was to disrupt the peaceful atmosphere and spread discord among Pakistanis.
The RPO stated that the police, along with other security agencies, were vigilant and actively engaged in suppressing such enemies in the country.
Spokesman for Churches Pakistan Amail Khokhar said that the killing of one person is the killing of entire humanity. He said, “We have to obey God, end differences and increase love so that there is no unrest anywhere in our country.”
Earlier, Deputy Commissioner Shoaib Ali welcomed all the guests while delivering the opening speech.
Various religious scholars also addressed the conference and condemned the Jaranwala incident and vowed to play their role in creating peaceful atmosphere. The conference concluded with a prayer for the peace and safety of the country.