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Minorities enjoy equal rights in Pakistan: Caretaker PM

ISLAMABAD, Sept 11 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Monday reiterated that minorities enjoyed equal rights in Pakistan and assured them of complete  protection of their rights and security. The prime minister expressed these views during a meeting with a delegation of the Christian community that called on him. Caretaker Minister for Human Rights… Continue reading Minorities enjoy equal rights in Pakistan: Caretaker PM

PM Kakar reiterates govt’s resolve to protect minorities

JARANWALA , Aug 21 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar on Monday assured all the minority communities in the country that the government was committed to protect their lives and properties, and the perpetrators of heinous attacks against them would be brought to justice. Addressing a gathering of the Christian community members, he said,… Continue reading PM Kakar reiterates govt’s resolve to protect minorities

Pakistan determined to protect rights of religious minorities: FO

Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch-File

ISLAMABAD, Aug 17 (APP):Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch on Thursday said Pakistan was fully determined to protect and promote the constitutionally guaranteed rights and freedoms of the individuals belonging to religious minorities. In a statement, she said as a country of law and constitution, Pakistan could not accept the intolerant and violent acts on… Continue reading Pakistan determined to protect rights of religious minorities: FO

PM “gutted” by attack on minorities in Jaranwala; assures stern action

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ISLAMABAD, Aug 16 (APP): Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Wednesday said that he was “gutted” by the visuals coming from Jaranwala involving the attack on minorities, assuring that strict action would be taken against law violators. “I am gutted by the visuals coming out of Jaranwala, Faisalabad. Stern action would be taken against those… Continue reading PM “gutted” by attack on minorities in Jaranwala; assures stern action

President reiterates govt’s resolve to protect religious, political, social rights of minorities

ISLAMABAD, Aug 11 (APP):President Dr Arif Alvi on Friday acknowledged the important role of the minorities in development of the country. Highlighting the role of the minorities in nation-building, he said the Constitution guaranteed political, economic and social rights to all citizens irrespective of their religious beliefs or race. In a message on the occasion… Continue reading President reiterates govt’s resolve to protect religious, political, social rights of minorities

Authoritarianism, persecution of minorities put India at risk of tearing apart

ISLAMABAD, Mar 31 (APP): The state-sponsored persecution of minorities and mob violence has put the Narendra Modi’s India of today at the risk of tearing itself apart. The hate crimes and violence against minorities including Muslims, Christians, Dalit and others were on constant surge being provoked by ruling BJP leaders, backed the discriminatory legislation and… Continue reading Authoritarianism, persecution of minorities put India at risk of tearing apart

India’s anti-conversion laws violate HR treaties; create impunity for anti-minorities violence: USCIRF report

Religious persecution of minorities in India - File photo

ISLAMABAD, Mar 15 (APP): The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has said that religious freedom in India had “significantly worsened” during 2021 as approximately one-third of India’s 28 states limit or prohibit religious conversion, in violation of global human rights treaties. “In 2021, religious freedom conditions in India significantly worsened. During the… Continue reading India’s anti-conversion laws violate HR treaties; create impunity for anti-minorities violence: USCIRF report

NA Speaker wishes Hindu community a Happy Holi, acknowledges their contributions and rights

ISLAMABAD, Mar 07 (APP):National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervaiz Ashraf on Tuesday extended his heartfelt greetings to the Hindu community on the occasion of Holi. The festival of colors, which was celebrated by Hindus across the world, marks the victory of good over evil and promotes brotherhood in the society. Speaker NA acknowledged the contributions of… Continue reading NA Speaker wishes Hindu community a Happy Holi, acknowledges their contributions and rights

Christians bearing brunt of growing Hindu supremacist juggernaut

ISLAMABAD, Jan 11 (APP): The recent attacks on churches and Christians in Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, and elsewhere post-Christmas and on New Year celebrations indicated continued violence against Christian minority with alarming regularity. According to a report of Deccan Herald, unfortunately, the state authorities had been found to be failing to provide a conducive environment of equality… Continue reading Christians bearing brunt of growing Hindu supremacist juggernaut

Rights of religious minorities to be protected: PM

slamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif cutting Cake during a ceremony organised in view of Christmas Celebrations 2022 ( 22 December 2022)

ISLAMABAD, Dec 22 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Thursday assured that the government of Pakistan would protect rights of people from all religious minorities including Christians, Sikhs, Hindus and Parsis and would ensure a secure environment for them. Speaking at a ceremony organized here to celebrate Christmas, he said, “We want that Pakistan should move… Continue reading Rights of religious minorities to be protected: PM

Christmas preparations at peak across capital

ISLAMABAD, Dec 21 (APP):The Christian community across Pakistan, like other parts of the world, has started preparations to celebrate the grand festival of upcoming Christmas festivity on Sunday (December 25) with traditional zeal and enthusiasm. The community has bought essential items like dresses, shoes, other accessories and also decorated Christmas trees and bought gifts for… Continue reading Christmas preparations at peak across capital

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