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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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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.

PM expresses grief over death of MPA Irfan Shafi

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LAHORE, Dec 21 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday expressed deep grief and sorrow over the sad demise of PML-N, MPA Irfan Shafi Khokhar.
The premier prayed that may the Allah Almighty elevate the ranks of the departed soul in ‘Jannah’ and offered condolences to the bereaved family members.
He prayed to Allah Almighty to grant courage to the family members to bear this loss with fortitude.

HESCO to declare 68 feeders load shedding free by June 2026, CEO

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Asif Jalal
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HYDERABAD, Dec 21 (APP): The Chief Executive Officer of Hyderabad Electric Supply Company (HESCO) Faizullah Dahiri has said the company has planned to declare 68 feeders of 11 KV as load shedding free by the end of the current financial year.
Speaking at a meeting at his office here on Sunday Dahiri added that so far 28 feeders had been brought in the zero load shedding category.
He asked the officials to ensure 100 percent recovery of the electricity bills and action against power theft.
The CEO said the officers and the staff should treat consumers with respect and that they should immediately respond to their complaints as well.
He instructed them to organize public hearings on a daily basis from 11 am to 1 pm so that the consumers could bring up their issues before the officers for quicker response.
Dahiri warned the officials that bad performance would entail disciplinary action and while good performance would be rewarded in the company.
The Chief Operating Officer Aijaz Ahmed Shaikh, Director General HR and Admin Shafiq Ahmed Memon, Chief Engineer Planning and Development Zulfiqar Ali Memon and CE Operations and Maintenance Ramesh Kumbar, besides others, attended.

AJK PM reaffirms resolving problems of Mangla Dam affectees’ sub-families on a priority basis

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Asif Jalal
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MIRPUR, Dec 21 (APP): Azad Jammu Kashmir Prime Minister Faisal Mumtaz Rathore disclosed on Sunday that an integrated strategy would soon be formulated in consultation with relevant state functionaries in line with the suggestions of the state Assembly members from Mirpur, it was officially said.
The AJK Prime Minister was talking to a delegation, which called on him under the leadership of Raja Abdul Majeed, President of Ittehad Group New City Mirpur, which called on him at the Jammu Kashmir house in the federal metropolis on Sunday, APP AJK Correspondent reports from Mirpur late Sunday.
The delegation apprised the Prime Minister of the problems faced by sub-families of the Mangla Dam affectees.
Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said that the Mangla Dam affectees had made great sacrifices for Pakistan, which were highly valued.
He said the government would resolve the problems of the sub-families on a priority basis.
Faisal said that public issues, particularly administrative, economic, and social matters related to the subfamilies, were a priority. The Prime Minister said that providing relief to the people at their doorsteps was the government’s top priority. He assured the delegation that the legitimate demands of the sub-families would be met by utilizing all possible resources. He emphasized that transparency, accountability, and timely decisions were the core of government policy, adding that resolving these issues would enhance public confidence and promote social harmony.
The delegation included Raja Abdul Qayyum, Nazir Khokhar, Raja Javed, Jahangir Khokhar, Mazharul Haq, Raja Ilyas, Mirza Shabir Jaral, and Raja Basharat Sardar Azam. DG Political Affairs, Prime Minister’s Secretariat, Amir Zeeshan Jaral, along with Chaudhry Moeez Majeed and Raja Zulfiqar Zulfi, was also present on the occasion.

President Asif Ali Zardari in a meeting with Mr Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, Caretaker Prime Minister of Iraq at Government Palace.

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President Asif Ali Zardari in a meeting with Mr Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, Caretaker Prime Minister of Iraq at Government Palace.
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President Asif Ali Zardari in a meeting with Mr Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, Caretaker Prime Minister of Iraq at Government Palace.

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President Asif Ali Zardari in a meeting with Mr Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, Caretaker Prime Minister of Iraq at Government Palace.
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President Asif Ali Zardari shaking hands with Mr Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, Caretaker Prime Minister of Iraq at Government Palace.

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President Asif Ali Zardari shaking hands with Mr Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, Caretaker Prime Minister of Iraq at Government Palace.
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President Asif Ali Zardari with Mr Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, Caretaker Prime Minister of Iraq, at Government Palace.

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President Asif Ali Zardari with Mr Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, Caretaker Prime Minister of Iraq, at Government Palace.
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NA Speaker lauds security forces for eliminating nine terrorists

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Asif Jalal
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ISLAMABAD, Dec 21 (APP): National Assembly (NA) Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Sunday lauded the security forces for eliminating nine  “Fitna-e-Al-Hindustan” terrorists in successful operations carried out in Dera Ismail Khan and Bannu districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
In a statement, the Speaker paid tribute to the personnel involved, commending their courage and dedication in safeguarding the nation.
He highlighted the professionalism, swift response, and advanced military capability of the forces, noting that they had once again demonstrated their readiness to make every sacrifice for the defence of the country and the preservation of peace and order.
Sadiq affirmed that the entire nation stands united with the security forces in the fight against terrorism, vowing that the hostile designs of enemy elements would be defeated at all costs.
He stressed that there would be no leniency for those who disrupt Pakistan’s peace or support such activities, adding that indiscriminate action against such elements would continue.
Expressing confidence in the resolve of both the forces and the people, the Speaker said operations against terrorists and their facilitators would persist until sustainable peace is established across the country.

Housing minister visits Data Darbar and Bhati Chowk expansion project

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LAHORE, Dec 21 (APP): Provincial Minister for Housing Bilal Yasin on Sunday visited the Data Darbar and Bhati Chowk expansion project, Chief Engineer Teepa Iqrar Hussain gave a detailed briefing on the ongoing development works.
The demolition of the existing road in front of the Darbar and new passages were informed. The expansion of the Data Darbar premises and the land opposite were also reviewed.
The Minister for Housing directed that the rehabilitation of the routes should be ensured for the convenience of the pilgrims visiting Data Darbar, the openness and beauty of the roads seemed impossible in an area with heavy traffic pressure.

Chief Secretary directs Karachi Zoo to halt breeding of exotic species

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KARACHI, Dec 21 (APP): Chief Secretary Sindh Asif Hyder Shah has directed the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation and Karachi Zoo authorities to immediately take concrete steps to stop the breeding of exotic species, with particular emphasis on big cats, within the premises of Karachi Zoo, in line with the Government of Sindh’s policy regarding the protection and regulation of exotic animals.
The directive was issued during a meeting chaired by the Chief Secretary of Sindh, which was attended by senior officials of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, zoo management, and relevant departments. The meeting reviewed the existing conditions, management practices and future planning related to exotic animals housed at the zoo.
The Chief Secretary emphasized that the government is committed to ensuring animal welfare, ethical management and compliance with international best practices concerning captive wildlife. He stated that uncontrolled breeding of exotic species, especially big cats, poses serious challenges in terms of animal welfare, space constraints, safety and long-term management, and therefore must be addressed without delay.
During the meeting, the KMC and Karachi Zoo authorities were directed to initiate immediate measures to halt the breeding of exotic animals and to develop a clear, time-bound plan in consultation with qualified wildlife experts. The Chief Secretary underscored the need for expert guidance to ensure that all actions taken are scientifically sound, humane and aligned with conservation principles.
The Chief Secretary further instructed that a comprehensive assessment of existing exotic animals at Karachi Zoo be carried out, including their health, habitat conditions and future care requirements. Reiterating the Sindh government’s stance, the Chief Secretary noted that the focus should remain on responsible wildlife management, discouraging the unnecessary captivity and breeding of exotic animals, and promoting practices that prioritize animal well-being and public safety.
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