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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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Shafek Koreshe
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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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Shafek Koreshe
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By Shafek Koreshe

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.

SAU recognized for excellence in HEC quality assurance assessment

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Ali Ali
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HYDERABAD, Oct 14 (APP):Sindh Agriculture University (SAU), Tandojam has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing over 90% marks in the Higher Education Commission’s (HEC) Annual Performance Assessment, reaffirming its strong commitment to quality assurance and academic excellence.
The SAU spokesperson Gul Sher Lochi told on Tuesday that, SAU’s Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) secured an impressive 90.23 marks, earning the “Meeting Maximum Parameters Satisfactorily (MMPS)” rating in HEC’s performance evaluation for the year 2023–24. This achievement highlights the effectiveness of the university’s internal quality assurance mechanisms and its continued dedication to maintaining high academic standards.
The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA–HEC) conducts this annual performance assessment to strengthen Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) systems in higher education institutions and to promote a culture of quality. The 2023–24 evaluation covered multiple areas including Institutional Performance Review, Self-Assessment of Undergraduate and Graduate Programs, Accreditation through Respective Councils, Graduate Program Review, Functioning of the QEC Secretariat and the Implementation of HEC’s QA Policies (GEP 2023, Plagiarism Policy and Faculty Appointment Criteria).
On this occasion, Vice Chancellor Engr. Prof. Dr. Altaf Ali Siyal congratulated Director QEC Dr. Saleem Masih Bhatti, former Director Engr. Riasat Ali Kubbar, Prof. Dr. Abdul Mubeen Lodhi and the entire QEC team for their dedicated efforts and excellent performance, terming it a significant achievement for the university.

Levies official martyred in Swat polio team attack

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Ali Ali
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PESHAWAR, Oct 14 (APP):An attack on a polio vaccination team in the Arkot area in Matta tehsil of Swat claimed the life of a Levies personnel on duty..
According to Swat District Police Officer (DPO) Muhammad Umar on Tuesday, the incident occurred during an ongoing anti-polio campaign when unidentified gunmen opened fire on the security personnel guarding the vaccination team.
Levies official, Abdul Kabir, was critically injured in the attack and embraced martyrdom at the scene. His body has been shifted to the hospital.
Following the assault, security forces cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to trace the attackers.

ICT Police put proclaimed offender behind bars

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Ali Ali
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ISLAMABAD, Oct 14 (APP):Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police’s Humak Police Station apprehended a proclaimed offender wanted in a fraud case, following a targeted operation.
An official told APP on Tuesday that accused Muhammad Bakhsh, resident of Main Margalla Road, Islamabad, was arrested and shifted to the lock-up. He was wanted in FIR No. 321/24, registered under sections 420/468/471 PPC at Humak Police Station.
Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, Jawad Tariq, praised the police team for their swift action, stressing that Islamabad Police will not allow any criminal to escape justice. “Every offender will be tracked down and brought before the law,” he said, adding that operations against absconders and criminals are being intensified across the capital.
The official said that Humak Police remain actively engaged in action against criminal elements and are fully committed to ensuring the safety of citizens’ lives and property.

Kerb currency market

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Ali Ali
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KARACHI, Oct 14 (APP):Following were the Opening Rates of foreign currencies in kerb market issued by the Exchange companies Association of Pakistan, here on Tuesday.
F.C.                         BUYING          SELLING
INTER BANK             281.15            281.20
USD                         281.63           282.20
EURO                       326.00           330.00
GBP                         375.00           379.00
JPY                            1.84              1.94
AED                          77.00            77.40
SAR                          75.15            75.45

Sardar Yousaf hosts dinner in honour of MWL SecGen; top political & religious leaders attend

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ISLAMABAD, October 14 (APP):Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousaf hosted a grand dinner in honour of the Secretary General of the Muslim World League (MWL), Dr Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, bringing together a distinguished gathering of Pakistan’s top political, religious, and diplomatic figures the other day.
The event was attended by Senate Chairman Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, President of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz Raja Zafar-ul-Haq, Minister for Communications Aleem Khan, Senator Hafiz Abdul Karim, Minister of State for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel, Hafiz Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi, Shah Owais Noorani, Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman Khalil, and several foreign ambassadors.
Welcoming Dr Al-Issa to Pakistan, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf said the visit of the SecGen symbolizes the renewal of a shared commitment to unity, dialogue, and cooperation across the Muslim world.
He described the MWL as a beacon of unity, wisdom, and guidance for the Ummah, expressing its global efforts in promoting moderation, interfaith harmony, and humanitarian values.
“The MWL has always been at the forefront of fostering dialogue, tolerance, and understanding among diverse communities,” the minister said, adding that Pakistan deeply values the League’s constructive role in strengthening the bonds of Muslim solidarity.
He further said Dr Al-Issa’s visit reflects a renewed determination to pursue common objectives and collective progress among Muslim nations, praising the League’s initiatives in peace-building, reconciliation, and humanitarian assistance.
Expressing his gratitude for the warm welcome, Dr Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa said he felt great joy and deep appreciation at being in Pakistan, calling it a country close to the heart of every Muslim.
He emphasized that in today’s world, the unity of the Muslim Ummah is more vital than ever to meet emerging global and moral challenges.
Dr Al-Issa reaffirmed the MWL’s continued commitment to advancing peace, coexistence, and service to humanity, stressing that cooperation and mutual respect remain the foundations of a strong and united Ummah.

Shipping Activity at Port Qasim

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KARACHI, Oct 14 (APP):Four ships, GFS Juno, Seaspan Santos, Kouros Leader and Istanbul-M scheduled to load/offload Container, Cement/Rice and Palm oil, berthed at Qasim International Container Terminal, Multi-Purpose Terminal and Liquid Cargo Terminal respectively on Monday, Meanwhile another gas carrier ‘Al-Salam-II’ also arrived at outer anchorage on Tuesday morning.
A total of nine ships were engaged at PQA berths during the last 24 hours, out of them two ships, Sea Harvest and GFS Juno left the port on Tuesday morning, while four more ships, Milaha Qatar, VT Queen, Laussane-VI and Seaspan Santos are expected to sail on Tuesday.
Cargo volume of 149,594 tonnes, comprising 110,629 tonnes imports cargo and 38,965 export cargo carried in 4,313 Containers (2,833 TEUs Imports & 1,480 TEUs Export) was handled at the port during last 24 hours.
There are 04 ships at Outer Anchorage of the Port Qasim, out of them two ships, Al-Salam-II and Maya Gas-1 & two more ships, Sheng Huang and Hua Chuang carrying Gas oil, LPG, Palm oil and Container are expected to take berths at FOTCO, EVTL, LCT and QICT on Tuesday.

Pakistan desires to further expand ties with Azerbaijan in diverse sector: Gilani

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 14 (APP):Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani on Tuesday said that Pakistan places its bilateral relations with Azerbaijan at a high esteem and desires to further expand the mutual beneficial ties in diverse sectors.
He expressed these views in a meeting with the Speaker of the Milli Majlis of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ms Sahiba Gafarova, said a news release.
Pakistan desires to further expand ties with Azerbaijan in diverse sector: Gilani
The two dignitaries held detailed discussions on bilateral relations, parliamentary cooperation, trade, investment, and the promotion of regional connectivity.
The Chairman Senate said that Pakistan attaches great value to its fraternal relations with Azerbaijan.
He said that the friendship between the two countries is founded on mutual trust, respect, and a shared commitment to common development.
He added that in a short span of time, both countries have established exemplary relations that serve as a model for others.
The high-level engagements between the two sides reflect their mutual desire to further expand and strengthen bilateral relations.
The Chairman expressed hope that the upcoming visit of President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan will further strengthen the foundation of brotherly ties between the two nations.
He also expressed satisfaction that institutional linkages between the two countries are being held on a regular basis.
Highlighting the growing parliamentary cooperation, the Chairman Senate noted with satisfaction that relations between the parliaments of Pakistan and Azerbaijan have become stronger.
Gilani also recalled his visit to Azerbaijan, in which he participated in the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) meeting held in Baku in February 2025.
He further stated that the contacts between the parliamentary friendship groups of both countries are also growing, which will contribute to strengthening people-to-people relations.
He also informed the Speaker of Azerbaijan about the upcoming Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference scheduled to be held in Islamabad in November and extended a formal invitation to her.
The Speaker of Azerbaijan thanked the Chairman Senate and underscored the importance of enhancing bilateral cooperation through sustained engagement.
Discussing economic and investment cooperation, the Chairman Senate said that Pakistan views Azerbaijan as an important investment partner. Referring to trade relations, he noted that although trade between the two countries has increased, there is still ample room for further improvement.
On the subject of regional connectivity, the Chairman Senate emphasized that Pakistan accords high priority to promoting peace and prosperity in the region.
He said Pakistan can serve as a natural bridge between Central and South Asia for the establishment of trade routes. He further stated that there exists vast potential to enhance cooperation in the field of tourism as well.
The Chairman Senate expressed confidence that relations between Pakistan and Azerbaijan will continue to grow stronger with time. Extending an invitation to the leadership of Azerbaijan to visit Pakistan, he said that Pakistan looks forward to warmly welcoming President Ilham Aliyev.

PM reaffirms polio-free Pakistan as vaccination team attacked in Swat

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Ishtiaq Rao
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ISLAMABAD, Oct 14 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday strongly condemned the terrorist attack on the polio vaccination team in Swat’s Matta area, in which a security official was martyred.

The prime minister, in a statement, expressed grief over the martyrdom of Levies personnel Abdul Kabeer, who was on duty to safeguard the polio vaccination team.

Praying for peace for the martyred soul and patience for the bereaved family, he said that the attack on those serving the important cause of polio eradication was intolerable.

“The government is committed to the complete eradication of polio from the country. Despite such resistance from terrorists, the anti-polio campaign continues with full momentum and will go on until the disease is completely eradicated,” he resolved.

PBF applauds Armed Forces for protecting national sovereignty, ensuring regional stability

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ISLAMABAD, Oct 14 (APP):The Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) on Tuesday strongly endorsed the recent strategic actions undertaken by Pakistan’s Armed Forces in response to escalating cross-border violations and threats.
The leadership of PBF talking to APP on Tuesday praised the precision, professionalism, and restraint demonstrated by the military in neutralizing terror elements operating with external support.
PBF President Khawaja Mehboob ur Rehman stated that Pakistan’s business community stands united behind the Armed Forces, who have once again proven their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the country’s borders without compromising humanitarian principles. “The surgical strikes conducted with exceptional accuracy have reaffirmed that Pakistan will not remain passive in the face of threats to its national integrity,” he said.
PBF Chief Organiser, Chaudhry Ahmad Jawad highlighted that while Pakistan has historically shown unparalleled hospitality, particularly towards its neighbors, this goodwill must not be mistaken for weakness.
He said “Pakistan has hosted millions of Afghan refugees for over four decades — offering shelter, education, and economic opportunities. However, recent provocations and support for anti-Pakistan elements from across the western border are deeply concerning,” he remarked.
While expressing grave concern, Senior Vice President Amna Awan added that the shift in tone and conduct from Kabul is disappointing. “The region’s peace hinges on mutual respect and responsible governance. Any attempt to destabilize Pakistan through proxy violence cannot and will not be tolerated,” she emphasized.
Chairman Central Punjab Mohammad Naseer Malik said the swift action by the Armed Forces reinforces Pakistan’s stance that national security is non-negotiable.
Chairman South Punjab, Malik Talat Suhail noted that the business community fully backs the state in its efforts to root out terrorism and secure economic stability.
Chairman Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ashfaq Paracha highlighted the importance of a unified national front, particularly in provinces closest to the western frontier.
Chairman Balochistan Daroo Khan Achakzai underscored the historic sacrifices made by Pakistan, especially in Balochistan, in the fight against terrorism and extremism.
The PBF leadership collectively acknowledged the Armed Forces’ operational excellence, ensuring no civilian casualties during the cross-border missions — a testament to Pakistan’s commitment to ethical conduct even during military engagements.
The forum further reiterated that any external aggression or internal conspiracy against the country’s peace, economy, or people will be met with a resolute and united response from every segment of society — especially the business community, which recognizes peace as the foundation of progress.

Foolproof security ensured for anti-polio campaign in Haripur

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Ali Ali
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HARIPUR, Oct 14 (APP):The four-day anti-polio campaign is underway in Haripur under strict security arrangements, similar to other districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
More than 1,000 police officers and personnel have been deployed to provide security to the polio teams during the ongoing drive.
According to details, under the directives of District Police Officer (DPO) Haripur Farhan Khan, comprehensive security measures have been implemented to ensure the safety of vaccination teams. Police have established checkpoints at various entry and exit points across the district, while snap checking continues at sensitive locations.
Superintendent of Police (SP) Investigation Haripur, Jamil-ur-Rehman, along with SDPOs and SHOs, is personally supervising the overall security plan to ensure smooth operations throughout the campaign.
DPO Farhan Khan directed all officers and personnel to remain vigilant and perform their duties with utmost dedication in light of the current security situation.
He instructed them to personally monitor the movement and safety of polio teams and to strictly follow safety protocols by using bulletproof jackets and helmets.
He emphasized that all officers must remain alert and cautious so the campaign can conclude peacefully and successfully, contributing to Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to eradicate polio once and for all.
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