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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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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.

PSQCA signed MoU with Federal Agency on Technical & Metrology of Russian Federation

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KARACHI, Nov 28 (APP): In a significant move to enhance bilateral trade and technical cooperation, the Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal Agency on Technical Regulating and Metrology of the Russian Federation.
The signing ceremony was organized by EAD and the ceremony took place during the 10th session of the Pakistan-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission (IGC), marking a pivotal step in strengthening the relationship between the two national standards bodies.
The MoU was signed by Dr Sayeda Zia Batool, Director General of Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA), and her Russian counterpart. This agreement establishes a formal framework for collaboration in the critical fields of standardization, metrology, and conformity assessment.
The key areas of cooperation outlined in the MoU include exchanging information on national standards and technical regulations. Sharing publications, research programs, and standardization activities. Collaborating on national standards development and Coordinating positions for mutual benefit in international forums.

Lahore ranks first among most polluted cities

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Asif Jalal
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LAHORE, Nov 28 (APP): Lahore has come first in the list of polluted cities in the world. The city’s overall air quality index was recorded at 198, the climate has been declared unhealthy.
The pollution rate was recorded at 252 on Mushtaq Ahmed Gurmani Road, while the pollution rate was 220 in Johar Town and 206 points in Allama Iqbal Town, the pollution rate was 193 points in Revenue Employees Cooperative Housing Society, and 178 points in DHA Phase 5.
In addition, Askari-10  was 261, the pollution rate in Civil Secretariat was 229 points, Ravi Road was 199 and the pollution rate in Samanabad was 189 points, Adda Plot was 165, Samanabad was 161 and Askari 10 was 159.
Medical experts say citizens should take precautions and make the use of masks mandatory.

Ombudsman institution being strengthened at federal, provincial levels: Governor

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Asif Jalal
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QUETTA, Nov 28 (APP): Governor Balochistan Jaffar Khan Mandokhel stated on Friday that the institution of the Ombudsman is being strengthened and made more stable at both the federal and provincial levels.
He expressed these views while speaking to Federal Ombudsman Fawzia Waqar, who called on him at the Governor’s House in Quetta.
On the occasion, the Governor said that this would help ensure transparency, accountability and good governance within our administrative framework.
He said that by strengthening the Ombudsman institution, we aim to provide citizens with an accessible mechanism for redressal of grievances. Our efforts include a multi-faceted approach and we would ensure the protection of the rights and interests of all stakeholders.
Jaffar Khan Mandokhel emphasized the important role of the Ombudsman in ensuring that justice is provided to the most vulnerable sections of society, especially the poor and needy.
He urged the Ombudsman to take proactive steps to provide timely and affordable justice to those who need it the most, thus upholding the principles of equality and justice.
The Governor encouraged the Ombudsman to extend his reach beyond his office by regularly visiting other districts to address the grievances of citizens living in remote and backward areas.
He said that the institution of the Ombudsman could bridge the gap between the government and the people and foster a sense of greater trust in the administrative system.

Cabinet committee discusses prevention of beggary, effective legislation

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Asif Jalal
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PESHAWAR, Nov 28 (APP): Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Law, Aftab Alam here Friday, chaired a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Legislation to discuss the prevention of beggary, rehabilitation of beggars and initiate legislation in this regard.
The meeting was attended by Secretary Law Akhtar Saeed Turk, Deputy Secretary to the Chief Minister’s Secretariat Usman Jelani, officials from the Social Welfare Department, Advocate General’s Office and representatives of other concerned departments.
The participants held detailed consultations on the proposed KP Vagrancy (Control and Rehabilitation) Act 2025. It was emphasized that effective prevention of beggary requires legal and administrative measures that not only control the practice but also ensure the dignified rehabilitation of beggars.
Participants agreed that the law should include practical and implementable mechanisms to provide beggars with opportunities for skill development, social support and rehabilitation, enabling them to become productive, dignified and self-reliant members of society.
Furthermore, the meeting expressed concern that beggary not only disrupts social balance but also harms the national image and the overall reputation of the province. The participants proposed effective and sustainable measures to reduce the trend of beggary and mitigate its negative social impacts.
Chairing the meeting, law minister said that the KP government is committed to resolving social issues through public-friendly and transparent legislation. He noted that a comprehensive and implementable law is essential to address the issue of beggary. He also directed the concerned departments to prioritize ground realities and humanitarian principles during the legislative process.

Classical Chinese Poetry takes center stage in Europe with 2025 contest

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BEIJING, Nov 28 (APP): Poetry is the language of the soul and a bridge across cultures. A co-production of China Media Group, the Ministry of Education of China, and the State Language Commission, the 2025 Classical Chinese Poetry Contest will premiere in the U.K. and other European countries to foster a poetic dialogue between the East and West.

Since its debut in 2016, the program has grown into a flagship cultural program in China. It weaves classical poetry into a competitive format and blends poetic beauty and wit to bridge tradition and modernity, the East and West.

On the occasion of its 10th anniversary, the program brings together contestants from different walks of life—university students, firefighters, teachers, farmers, and more—to showcase the vitality and warmth of classical poetry in contemporary China.

Through a vivid social mosaic, it highlights poetry’s living relevance and fulfills its core mission to “bring poetry into daily life.” Esteemed cultural scholars such as Kang Zhen, Meng Man, Li Bo, and Yang Yu will demystify the classics with clear commentary, leading the audience on a poetic journey to discover the emotional and spiritual vocabulary unique to Chinese expression.

The 2025 edition introduces AI-generated imagery and fluid lighting technology to redefine visual storytelling and enable a digital revival of classical motifs. Virtual creations like the “Night Market of Prosperous Chang’an” orchestrate a symphony of technology and poetry, transporting a global audience on an immersive journey into Eastern culture.

The new edition features a refreshed format, which retains beloved segments like “Fei Hua Ling” (a thematic verse chain) and “Poetry in Painting,” while introducing a new challenge round—“Champions’ League” and a situational challenge inspired by the classical painting The Itinerant Peddler. The fusion of intellectual depth and visual spectacle allows viewers to step into the poetic realm and embark on a cultural journey into the heart of the Chinese spiritual world.

Positioned within the global cultural dialogue, the 2025 Classical Chinese Poetry Contest serves not only as a spiritual anchor for cultural identity among overseas Chinese but also opens a window into the linguistic artistry and philosophical depth of Chinese poetry for European audiences.

Govt taking steps to improve economy of country: Deputy Chairman Senate

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Asif Jalal
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QUETTA, Nov 28 (APP): Deputy Chairman Senate Syedal Khan on Friday said that the government is taking vigorous steps to improve the country’s economy, reduce inflation and provide relief to the people, and Balochistan’s development and people welfare are the top priority of the state.
He expressed these views while during his visit to Quetta.
He met with senior government and administrative officials, business community and political and social leaders, in which detailed discussions were held regarding the law and order of the province, promotion of economic activities, public relief measures and important challenges facing Balochistan.
Collector Customs Balochistan Muhammad Dawood met the Deputy Chairman Senate, in which matters related to trade activities in Balochistan, customs matters, border trade situation and increase in revenue were discussed.
The Deputy Chairman Senate appreciated the efforts of Customs to promote legal trade and prevent smuggling.
On this occasion, IG Balochistan Muhammad Tahir also held an important meeting with the Deputy Chairman Senate.
The meeting reviewed the overall law and order situation in the province, security challenges, performance of the police force and measures to enhance the capacity of young personnel.
The Deputy Chairman Senate paid tribute to the sacrifices of the police and law enforcement agencies and assured full cooperation to maintain peace.
The Deputy Chairman Senate also met with GM Sui Southern/Northern Gas, Muhammad Raheel Malik.
In the meeting, detailed discussions were held regarding gas supply, reduction in line losses, ongoing gas projects and provision of better facilities to the public.
In addition, President of the Chamber of Commerce Quetta, Muhammad Ayub and representatives of the business community also called on the Deputy Chairman Senate.
The delegation presented important suggestions related to trade, investment, promotion of industrialization and improvement of the business environment.
The Deputy Chairman Senate said that the government is taking vigorous steps for the economic improvement of the country, reduction in inflation and providing relief to the public.

LHC raises alarm over tree cutting in Nasir Bagh

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Asif Jalal
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LAHORE, Nov 28 (APP): The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday expressed serious concerns over the ongoing tree cutting in Nasir Bagh and issued strict directives to relevant authorities.
Justice Shahid Karim heard the petitions filed by Haroon Farooq and others against ineffective measures to control smog.
During the proceedings, a member of the Judicial Water and Environmental Commission stated that it was incomprehensible how trees continued to be cut despite repeated instructions.
The court summoned the government and concerned officials for clarification.
The LDA’s lawyer assured the court that no trees were being felled, while the PHA representative confirmed that strict orders were in place to prevent any tree cutting. However, when asked why trees were being removed in Nasir Bagh, the LDA lawyer explained that an underground parking facility, including a designated area for lawyers, was under construction.
The court instructed the Judicial Commission member to visit Nasir Bagh, assess the situation on the ground, and submit a detailed report.
In a separate directive, the court ordered an inspection of Punjab University buses after noticing several emitting smoke on the road. Authorities were directed to take strict action against polluting vehicles.
The court also expressed satisfaction with the government’s compliance with its orders over the past seven years, noting that it was encouraging to see the authorities recognizing and implementing the court’s directives.

Rangers arrest suspect linked to illegal arms trade, major robbery in Karachi

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KARACHI, Nov 28 (APP): Pakistan Rangers Sindh have arrested a suspect allegedly involved in illegal arms sales, robberies, and multiple other crimes during an intelligence-based operation in Pehlwan Goth.
According to a Rangers spokesperson on Friday, the suspect, identified as Abdul Samad, was taken into custody with an unlicensed 30-bore pistol, ammunition, a stolen motorcycle, and a mobile phone recovered from his possession.
During initial interrogation, the suspect confessed to taking part in a major robbery in 2021, in which a private company’s cash van was looted on I.I. Chundrigarh Road. The heist amounted to nearly Rs 205 million and was carried out along with his younger brother, Hanifullah alias Siraj Khan, and several accomplices.
The spokesperson added that Abdul Samad admitted to maintaining links with various robbers, drug dealers, and car-lifting gangs, supplying them illegal weapons for criminal activities.
Rangers have launched raids to arrest his remaining accomplices.
The arrested suspect, along with the recovered weapons, ammunition, and stolen items, has been handed over to police for further legal action.

Sindh CM dismisses discussions on creation of new provinces

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KARACHI, Nov 28 (APP): Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah dismissing discussions on creation of new provinces outright, stated  “the talk of new provinces- listen from one ear and let it pass out from the other except for Allah, no one has the power to divide Sindh.”
This he said while talking to the Media at the Sindh Craft Festival organised at Port Grande emphasised the provincial government’s commitment to promoting Sindh’s traditional arts and craftsmanship.
“Our focus is to ensure that Sindh’s cultural work and crafts receive the recognition and encouragement they deserve,” the CM said.
Commenting on the recurring debate about creating new provinces, the Chief Minister dismissed such discussions outright.
Murad Shah said that PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has already rejected the proposals to alter the 18th Amendment and reduce the NFC Award share. “These matters were also rejected under the proposed 27th Amendment,” he added.
The Chief Minister asserted that the PPP knows how to “turn dreams into reality,” highlighting the party’s developmental vision and governance approach.
Addressing questions about the recent change of the Governor of Sindh, Murad Ali Shah clarified that neither he nor the provincial government had any role in the decision. “We are not consulted when governors are appointed,” he said.
Speaking about his background, he noted, “I am the son of a lawyer and have spent considerable time in the company of very good lawyers. If someone wants to present arguments, the courts are available for that.”
Shah criticised those who attempt to bypass legal channels. “Without going to court, they start behaving like lawyers,” he remarked.
Referring to law-and-order concerns, the Chief Minister expressed frustration at small groups disrupting public life. “Fifty to 150 people hold the entire city hostage. When roads are blocked again and again, the government will obviously have to act,” he stated.
The chief minister reiterated that the Pakistan Peoples Party had earlier set an age limit for certain matters, and after court directives, the government provided a five-year relaxation. “We were asked by the court, and we complied by granting a five-year age relaxation,” he noted.

Major relief for residents as gas pressure restored across NA-49

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ATTOCK, Nov 28 (APP): Member of the National Assembly and Member of the Judicial Commission of the Supreme Court, Sheikh Aftab Ahmad, has succeeded in resolving the long-standing issues of gas load-shedding and low gas pressure in NA-49, covering the tehsils of Hassanabdal, Hazro, and Attock.
For many years, residents of over 300 villages in these tehsils had been facing severe difficulties due to irregular gas supply and low pressure. Sheikh Aftab Ahmad, who had earlier played a key role in providing gas facilities to these villages—a milestone considered a national record—once again took up the matter at the highest level.
According to details, Sheikh Aftab Ahmad on Friday held a special meeting with the Managing Director of Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL), during which he secured approval for a comprehensive plan aimed at permanently addressing gas load-shedding and low-pressure issues in the region.
Following the MD’s directives, a special technical team from SNGPL’s Regional Office arrived in Attock with necessary machinery and equipment. The team carried out operations at multiple locations, successfully resolving low-pressure problems, while gas load-shedding in the entire constituency has also been eliminated.
Officials confirmed that domestic gas supply will now be provided continuously from 5 AM to 10 PM in all three tehsils under NA-49.
Former MPA Sardar Iftikhar Ahmad Khan, former Municipal Chairmen Sheikh Shahid Mehmood Shahdi and Nasir Mehmood Sheikh, PML-N District President Muhammad Saleem Shehzad, District Information Secretary Dr. Mian Rashid Mushtaq, and PML-N leaders from Hazro and Hassanabdal, including Talal Ashraf Butt and Abid Shehzad Malik, along with religious, social, political, and business circles of the region, hailed Sheikh Aftab Ahmad’s efforts.
They said that Sheikh Aftab Ahmad has always played an effective and positive role in resolving public issues, and the restoration of regular gas supply has provided major relief to thousands of families in NA-49.
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