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Allama Khadim Hussain Rizvi passes away in Lahore

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 19 (APP): APP Digital NewsAllama Khadim Hussain Rizvi, the leader of Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan breathed his last Thursday night at Lahore, his party announced. He was 55.

No reason for his death was given. His party officials said he was rushed to a hospital after he had problem breathing and had fever for past few days. However he was pronounced dead when he arrived at the hospital.

Senior TLP leader Syed Inayat-ul-Haq Shah also confirmed the news and asked the TLP workers to proceed to Lahore to participate in his last rites. The Tehreek-e-Labbaik announced that his funeral would be held on Saturday at 10 in the morning at Minar-e-Pakistan.

Videos on several social media accounts showed large number of his followers rushing to his home and crying over his sad demise.

The fire brand clerk was known for his protest marches, that often became violent and created law and order problems. His last protest was relatively shorter at Faizabad and ended only after a two day blockade of the twin cities on Monday.

Immediately after the confirmation of the news condolences poured in from all sections of society; including the Prime Minister, the Foreign Minister, Information Minister, Chief of Army Staff, Chief Minister Punjab and political leaders of many parties.

Prime Minister Imran Khan in a tweet expressed his grief over the sad demise of Allama Khadim Rizvi and conveyed condolences to his family.

Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa also conveyed his condolences over the demise of the TLP leader.

 

Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan, Special Assistant to the Chief Minister on Information in Punjab also expressed grief over his sad demise.

Amir Jamat Islami also expressed his grief and prayed to Allah Almighty to bless the departed soul.

Prime Minister Imran Khan’s consistent stance on Kashmir

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Prime Minister Imran Khan’s stance on Kashmir at international fora to highlight gruesome human rights violations by India

 

Indian media’s fake “civil war” in Pakistan, falls flat on face

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In an abortive attempt to create diversion from Narendra Modi’s human rights abuses in Kashmir, the Indian media went berserk by propagating fake news about a “civil war” like situation in Karachi, triggering a hilarious response from the twitterati in Pakistan, who enjoyed every bit of the ridiculous reports.

#CivilWarInPakistan and #KarachiCivilWar were in no time the top trends, with the young twitter users going crazy by posting video clips from action movies, comics, images of the Indian MiG pilot Abhinandan Varthaman, shot down by Pakistan Air Force inside Pakistan’s territory, as scenes from the Civil War, getting an equally enthusiastic response with numerous retweets and likes.

The arrest of PML-N leader Captain (Retd) Safdar on charges of political sloganeering at Quaid’s Mausoleum and leave applications by senior police officers was exploited by the top Indian news channels, who portrayed an administrative issue as a “civil war” and went to the extent of even reporting casualties, and armed clashes.

Indian Media ditches professionalism to dip at to its lowest 

#FakeNews CNN18News
#FakeNews CNN18News

The news reports were part of a persistent barrage of fake news from Indian mainstream media and its RAW controlled assets on social media over the past few months. The trend has witnessed a sharp spike as part of India’s fifth generation war (5GW) against Pakistan.

Pakistan’s Foreign Office on the “malicious and fabricated propaganda” by Indian mainstream and social media claiming civil unrest in Pakistan, said planting such baseless stories were reflective of the “Pakistan-obsessed BJP-RSS” mindset.

“Needless to say that Indian media continues to hit new lows,” he said, when asked to respond over the series of fake news flashed as breaking news across the Indian media about a “civil war in Pakistan”.

“Indian media continues to hit new lows”: FO

The Spokesperson said through “peddling fake news and running propaganda machinery”, India could not wash away the truth about its own gross and systematic human rights violations in Indian Ilelgally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).

“Rather than reporting on humanitarian crisis in IIOJK, the Indian media chooses to spread fake and sensational news about Pakistan to detract from core issues,” he said.

5th Gen War – Twitterati bust RAW’s #Fake letter attributed to COAS

 

#FakeNews - Yet another figment of imagination of Indian Media
#FakeNews – Yet another figment of imagination of Indian Media

The Indian media tried hard to appease its own consumers and to create a diversion from its human rights abuses in occupied Kashmir. However in its abortive attempt it created history by churning out fake news overpowered by the anti-Pakistan hysteria, undermining its professional ethics and credibility.

#FakeNews - India Today with its concocted news story
#FakeNews – India Today with its concocted news story

The unleashing of the Indian media did not go unnoticed, as Michael Kugelman, deputy director at the @AsiaProgram and South Asia senior associate @TheWilsonCenter in a tweet pointed that the Indian disinformation accounts were exploiting Pakistan’s current political crisis, and “falsely claiming that the country is no experiencing urban warfare.”

He described the trend as “dangerous and disturbing”, as several of these accounts were verified and had huge followings.

Minister for Human Rights Dr Shireen Mazari said the Indian media was in “hyper drive with fake news on Pakistan” and regretted that it was “unfortunate that Twitter is [deliberately ignoring it].”

All major media outlets in so-called world’s biggest democracy decimated all journalistic norms as none bothered to fact-check such a huge gaffe. India’s News18, India Today, Zee News, India.com and several others quoted the International Herald which showed old videos of bomb explosions in Pakistan and portrayed it as the ongoing civil war.

#FakeNews - Indian International Herald tweet
#FakeNews – Indian International Herald tweet

The Institute of Policy Research in a report said their data indicates a pattern of Indian propaganda against Pakistan on digital media that grew exponentially after 2018 General Elections in #Pakistan. The propaganda hovers around largely 4 key themes.

IPRI Timeline of Indian Propaganda
IPRI Timeline of Indian Propaganda

Minister for Ports and Shipping pointed that the Indian propaganda was at its peak and “sadly fueled by the PDM Circus.” He said the food inflation was artificially manufactured, but was being brought under control.

Minister for Kashmir Affairs also lambasted the “fake, fabricated and malicious propaganda campaign to malign State institutions of Pakistan. He urged @Twitter to take action against Indian accounts for #FakeNews against Paksitan.

However, this idiocy of Indian media gave the Twitterati a perfect chance to enjoy as the microblogging site was flooded with messages to ridicule the Indian media’s insanity.

“Karachi civil war has gotten so bad that my food panda delivery boy had to crawl through mine fields carrying his AK47, RPG & 9mm along with my nihari and Biryani. This thing is getting so serious. Multiple cows have been killed & people are dying of over eating. #IndianMedia,” commented renowned singer Fakhr-e-Alam.

Besides numerous other fake photos, the Indian media also used an image of a building collapsed following a gas leakage blast in Karachi earlier in the day to substantiate its fake news of civil war.

“A little investigation would have informed Zee News that it wasn’t a bomb blast in ‘civil war’ in Pakistan but the result of a  gas leak in Karachi. Whither truth, objectivity, balance and fairness in reporting?,” said Farhatullah Babr, former senator of Pakistan Peoples Party which rules Sindh province.

“An Aircraft shot during civil war in Karachi… and the pilot captured…,” commented another Twitter user Fasihuddin while sharing the images of Indian aircraft MiG-21 and captured injured pilot Abhinandan following an aerial dogfight during India-Pakistan standoff in 2019.

Gaza health system near collapse as aid deliveries face severe Israeli restrictions: UN warns

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UNITED NATIONS, Nov 27 (APP): Aid deliveries into Gaza continue to face difficulties as Israeli attacks continues across the war-shattered enclave, with the UN warning that most hospitals are only partially functioning and more than 16,500 patients still require urgent medical evacuation.

Briefing reporters in New York on Wednesday, UN Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said hostilities in parts of the Gaza Strip are still resulting in casualties and repeated disruptions to humanitarian operations.

On Tuesday, the UN and its partners coordinated eight planned humanitarian movements inside Gaza with Israeli authorities. Of those, only one movement was facilitated, while the remaining seven were impeded, denied, or cancelled.

Despite the challenges, UN teams managed to collect more than 200 pallets of medicine and five tankers of fuel from the Kerem Shalom/Kerem Abu Salem crossing. Additional tents were also retrieved from the Kissufim crossing.

“Every delivery into Gaza makes a significant difference,” Dujarric said.

The Spokesperson stressed that Gaza’s health system remains in a state of extreme fragility.

“Not a single hospital in Gaza is fully functional,” he said, noting that only 18 out of the Strip’s 36 hospitals are currently partially operational.

On Monday, teams from the UN World Health Organization (WHO) facilitated the medical evacuation of 33 Palestinians in need of critical care, along with more than 100 companions. However, the scale of unmet medical need remains overwhelming.

“There are still more than 16,500 patients who need to receive medical care outside of Gaza,” Dujarric said.

WHO continues to call for safe access through all evacuation routes, particularly to the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and for medical evacuation convoys to be expedited at crossings.

Meanwhile, UN agencies continue efforts to sustain essential civilian services. The UN agency assisting Palestine refugees (UNRWA) is maintaining learning activities for displaced children across Gaza.

As of Sunday, UNRWA was operating nearly 350 temporary learning spaces in 64 shelters, providing in-person education for more than 47,000 boys and girls.

Humanitarians also continue to deliver other critical support.

Dujarric said the United Nations and its partners stand ready to scale up operations if restrictions are eased.

“We once again call for unimpeded humanitarian access so that teams can reach everyone they need,” he said.

“We and our partners can do much more as soon as restrictions on relief items and aid groups are lifted.”

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ECP notifies victory of seven Punjab by-election winners

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Asif Jalal
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ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has issued notifications confirming the victory of seven candidates in the recent by-elections, officially declaring them as members of the Punjab Assembly.
According to the ECP, notifications have been issued for Mian Sultan Ali from PP-73, Ali Haider Noor from PP-87, Azad Ali Tabassum from PP-98, Muhammad Tahir Pervaiz from PP-115, Ahmed Shehryar from PP-116, Muhammad Hanif from PP-203 and Mian Alamdaar Abbas from PP-206.

Senate panel urges two CSS attempts annually, seeks upper age limit raised to 35

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): A meeting of the Sub-Committee of the Senate Standing Committee on Cabinet Secretariat was held on Thursday at the Parliament Lodges under the convenership of Senator Saleem Mandviwala, with Senator Anusha Rahman Ahmad Khan also in attendance.
Senator Amir Waliuddin Chisti was also virtually present. Secretary Establishment as well as representative of the FPSC participated in the meeting.
The session opened with a comprehensive briefing on the Central Superior Services (CSS) Competitive Examination, covering the current marking scheme, screening mechanism, and assessment cycle.
The committee was informed that the screening test (MCQ-based) comprises 200 marks and serves only as a qualifying stage. The written examination includes 600 marks for compulsory subjects, with a 40 percent qualifying threshold, and another 600 marks for optional subjects, with a 33 percent qualifying threshold.
This brings the total written examination to 1,200 marks, for which candidates must secure an aggregate of 50 percent (600 out of 1,200) to qualify. Those who clear the written stage proceed to psychological assessment, medical examination, and finally the viva voce carrying 300 marks, of which 100 marks (33 percent) are required to pass. Overall merit allocation is based on a total of 1,500 marks.
The committee was also briefed that the CSS examination cycle takes 12 to 14 months, covering advertisement, application scrutiny, written examinations, result compilation, medical and psychometric evaluations, the viva voce and the final merit list.
During the meeting, committee members raised the need to revise the existing screening criteria to ensure fairness and alignment with contemporary evaluation practices. A detailed exchange also took place between representatives of the students’ association and the FPSC on international educational models, quota systems and how principles of social justice are embedded globally, providing comparative insight into how Pakistan’s CSS structure could be modernized.
The committee was apprised that Pakistan will launch its national AI system on 11 December, prompting emphasis on incorporating artificial intelligence for assessment, marking and process automation to speed up examinations.
The committee noted that a Four-year-long examination cycle is not sustainable for students who lose precious time and face age-related limitations.
A major recommendation emerging from the meeting was the need to increase the number of examination attempts offered each year.
The committee argued that the current single annual attempt forces students to stretch their preparation across four years, often losing eligibility due to age constraints. It was proposed that the FPSC introduce two attempts per year, similar to supplementary examinations in other education systems, to ensure students do not lose years and remain within prescribed age brackets. The FPSC apprised, however, pointed out that with the current paper-based evaluation system, such a change is not immediately feasible due to the time required to assess syllabus and finalize results.
Another important recommendation made in the meeting was the enhancement of the general upper age limit for CSS candidates upto 35 years, aligned with various factors influencing gap years for students.

NA Speaker lauds security forces for eliminating 22 India-sponsored terrorists in DI Khan

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Thursday lauded the security forces for successfully eliminating 22 India-sponsored terrorists in Dera Ismail Khan, describing the operation as a testament to their professionalism and dedication.
In his statement, the Speaker commended the forces’ unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation, noting that their sacrifices in the fight against terrorism remain a source of pride for the country. He emphasized that hostile elements of Fitna-e-Hindustan, bent on destabilizing Pakistan’s peace, will inevitably face defeat.
Sadiq highlighted that the actions taken to bolster national security and defence are commendable, adding that both the Parliament and the nation stand united against terrorism. He warned that any hostile forces casting an “evil eye” on Pakistan will be dealt with firmly.
The Speaker underscored the unparalleled sacrifices made by the country’s brave personnel in the war against terrorism and vowed that operations against anti-state elements will continue without pause. He stressed that eliminating terrorism requires a shared and sustained national commitment.

NA session to continue until Dec 10

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 27 (APP): The National Assembly session will continue until December 10, following a decision made by the House Business Advisory Committee on Thursday.
Chaired by Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq at Parliament House, the committee reviewed the agenda, proceedings, and duration of the 22nd session.
Committee noted that the sitting will address key legislative business, the question hour, and matters of public importance.
Deputy Speaker Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, Federal Law Minister Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar and MNAs Syed Naveed Qamar, Ejaz Hussain Jakhrani, Syed Hafeezuddin, Nuzhat Sadiq, Syeda Shehla Raza, Noor Alam Khan, Sheikh Aftab, Gul Asghar Khan and Ejaz-ul-Haq attended the meeting.

Governor praises Forces for eliminating 22 militants in DI Khan

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PESHAWAR, Nov 27 (APP): Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Thursday paid tribute to Pakistan’s security forces following a successful operation against the militant group Fitna-tul-Khawarij in Dera Ismail Khan, during which 22 terrorists were killed.
The Governor commended the bravery, resolve, and professionalism of the security personnel, saying that their effective action reflects unwavering commitment to restoring peace in the region.
He said that Pakistan’s armed forces deserve the highest appreciation for decisively targeting India-backed militants and foiling their destabilizing agenda.

Inauguration of Peace & Pieces – Volume 5 art exhibition at World Culture Festival

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Asif Jalal
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KARACHI, Nov 27 (APP): The international art exhibition “Peace & Piece – Volume 5” was inaugurated at the Ahmed Pervez Art Gallery, Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi by Minister Saeed Ghani, along with Arts Council President Muhammad Ahmed Shah on Thursday.
Icelandic artist Halldor Ragnarsson and Madagascan artist Mendricka Ratsima were also present. Artworks by international artists, as well as Pakistani artists Adeela Suleman, Moeen Faruqi, Qamar Siddiqui, Abdul Jabbar Gull, Ghulam Mustafa, Salman Farooqi, Tanveer Farooqi, Chitra Pritam, Imran Soomro, Abdul Malik Channa, Sajid Ali Talpur, Abid Aslam, Aqeel Solangi, Muhammad Ali Khan, Sajid Ali, Uzma Noor, Anum Ashraf, Ramsha Rabbani and Muhammad Owais, were showcased.
Speaking at the inauguration, Minister Saeed Ghani said that “Ahmed Shah is not an ordinary man—that is why such a grand festival has been organized. Bringing one thousand artists from 142 countries is no easy task. I once saw the Arts Council in ruins; today the whole world is talking about it. There is no cultural venue like the Arts Council Karachi in all of South Asia. This is the people’s money being spent on the people.”
He added that the Arts Council deserves a place in the Guinness Book of World Records and that Ahmed Shah should be nominated.
President Arts Council Muhammad Ahmed Shah said that artists from all fields—painters, musicians, actors, and singers—are participating in the World Culture Festival 2025.  “There is no other festival in the world that brings together experts from five disciplines. This is the longest global cultural gathering. We believe in equality. I oppose armed revolutions; culture is the greatest weapon of revolution. Artists across the world are protesting injustices through their performances.”
He added that the festival is unique because it is entirely managed by artists themselves, most of whom travelled on their own expenses.  “More than 80% of the participants came on self-funded tickets.”

Funeral prayer of mother of PM’s coordinator Ikhtair Wali offered

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PESHAWAR, Nov 27 (APP): The funeral prayer of mother of the Prime Minister’s Coordinator for Information and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Affairs, Ikhtair Wali Khan was offered on Thursday.
The funeral prayer of the deceased held at Nokhar House, Kabul River, Nowshera was attended by politicians, members national and provincial assemblies, senators and political parties workers.
The local leadership of Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz, LG representatives, family members and residents of the area in large number also attended the funeral prayer.
Later, she was laid to rest in her ancestral graveyard.
People of all walks of life are coming to the residence of Ikhtair Wali Khan at Nokhar House Nowshera and are offering Fateha for eternal peace of the deceased.
Menwhile, Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi expressed deep sorrow over the death of the mother of Ikhtiar Wali Khan.
In his condolence message, the Governor prayed that Allah Almighty may grant the departed soul a highest place in Jannat-ul-Firdous and blessed the bereaved family with patience and strength to bear this irreparable loss with fortitude.

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah presides over a meeting to review the development portfolio at CM House.

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Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah presides over a meeting to review the development portfolio at CM House.
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DC chairs meeting to review preparations of 7day polio camp

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HYDERABAD, Nov 27 (APP): Deputy Commissioner Abdul Samad Nizamani presided a meeting at Darbar Hall, to review preparations for the 7-day National Anti-Polio Campaign scheduled to begin on December 15 in District Shaheed Benazirabad.
Addressing the meeting, Deputy Commissioner emphasized that complete coordination, effective monitoring and ensuring 100% coverage by field teams are top priorities for the eradication of polio. He said that the polio campaign is a national responsibility and warned that any negligence or laxity would not be tolerated.
DC directed Health Department officials to focus on covering refusal cases during the campaign and to finalize an improved micro plan. District monitoring teams were instructed to supervise field activities regularly and submit daily progress reports.
He also asked the Health Department to ensure the availability of vaccines, proper maintenance of the cold chain system, transport arrangements, security measures and full attendance of field staff to guarantee that no child is missed.
Deputy Commissioner directed police to ensure deployment of personnel at transit points. He stressed the importance of public awareness, calling on the Local Government, Information Department and other relevant institutions to actively engage in informing parents about the essential role of polio drops in safeguarding children’s health.
He urged all departments to work collectively as one team for successful execution of the National Anti-Polio Campaign.
During briefing, District Health Officer Dr. Mudassir Hussain and Polio Focal Person Dr. Allah Bux Rajpar informed meeting that  campaign will run from 15 to 21 December 2025 across the district, during which 426,525 children under the age of five will be administered polio drops.
They said that for the purpose a total of 1,314 teams have been formed and training sessions, micro plan development and related arrangements are underway.
The meeting was attended by officers from the Health Department, Education, Social Welfare, Population Welfare, PPHI, and other relevant departments.
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