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Allama Khadim Hussain Rizvi passes away in Lahore

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Shafek Koreshe
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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.

NIPA trainee officers visit Safe City Islamabad

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Zaka Ullah Ch
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ISLAMABAD, Feb 15 (APP):A delegation of officers under training at the National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA), Islamabad, visited Safe City Islamabad to gain insight into the capital’s modern policing and surveillance systems.
An official told APP on Sunday that Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Safe City Awais Khan, Director Systems Faraz Memon, and Assistant Director Safe City Abbas Mehdi received the delegation and briefed them on the Safe City’s operational framework.
NIPA trainee officers visit Safe City Islamabad
He said the visiting officers were given a detailed tour of the Command and Control Centre, central monitoring system, advanced surveillance cameras, and the Police Operations Centre Hall. The delegation was informed about the working mechanisms, technological features, and practical utility of the systems.
The official said the delegation was also briefed on the role of various Safe City components, including the Police Operations Centre, Emergency Control Centre, Dispatch Control Centre, and the Pucar-15 Emergency Helpline.
 The  officers were informed that Safe City Islamabad plays a vital role in crime prevention, public safety, and protection of citizens’ lives and property through technology-driven monitoring.
NIPA trainee officers visit Safe City Islamabad
The delegation was told that modern surveillance cameras installed across the city, including facial recognition cameras at entry and exit points, significantly assist in identifying suspicious individuals and enhancing security.
The visiting officers appreciated the advanced technological infrastructure and acknowledged the effectiveness of Safe City Islamabad in supporting modern policing.
The delegation thanked SSP Safe City Awais Khan and his team for the informative and well-organized visit.

IGP Rizvi reviews Red Zone security, orders tighter surveillance

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Zaka Ullah Ch
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ISLAMABAD, Feb 15 (APP):Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi  visited the Red Zone to review security arrangements and operational preparedness in the high-security area.
An official told APP on Sunday that SSP Operations Islamabad Qazi Ali Raza and other senior police officers accompanied the IGP Rizvi during the visit.
IGP Rizvi reviews Red Zone security, orders tighter surveillance
He said the IGP Rizvi inspected security measures at key government and private institutions and reviewed the checking process at entry and exit checkpoints. The IGP directed officers to further strengthen security and ensure that all protective measures are implemented without exception.
The official said the IGP Rizvi also emphasized effective monitoring through Safe City cameras to maintain constant vigilance and enable immediate response to any suspicious activity.
Later, the IGP Rizvi chaired a meeting at the Security Division, which was attended by DIG Headquarters Malik Jameel Zafar, SSP Security Captain (R) Syed Zeeshan Haider, AIG Special Branch Muhammad Sarfraz Virk, SSP Investigations Muhammad Usman Tariq Butt, and SSP CTD Muhammad Arsalan Shahzeb.
During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on security of the Red Zone and other sensitive locations, intelligence sharing, inter-district coordination, and response strategies for emergency situations.
The IGP Rizvi directed officers to further activate community-oriented policing initiatives, ensure effective coordination among divisions, and prioritize the protection of citizens’ lives and property.
Islamabad Police reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining peace and ensuring a secure environment in the federal capital.

PRBC advances Pakistan-Romania friendship monument in Karachi

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ISLAMABAD, Feb 15 (APP): The Pakistan Romania Business Council (PRBC) announced significant progress on the construction of the Pakistan-Romania Friendship Monument in Karachi, a landmark initiative to commemorate 61 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations.

In a recent meeting, Atif Farooqi, Advisor & Chief Operating Officer of Pakistan Romania Business Council, and Chairman PRBC Sohail Shamim Firpo called on Commissioner Karachi Syed Hasan Naqvi to present detailed drawings of the monument.

The trio reviewed the proposed design and planned to visit the approved site, marking a key step toward groundbreaking and construction. This follows the original dialogue finalized in November 2025 between Commissioner Karachi Naqvi and Romanian Ambassador Dr. Dan Stoenescu, aimed at deepening ties in culture, education, business, and local governance.

The Friendship Monument, supervised by PRBC for construction and upkeep, will stand as an enduring symbol of bilateral partnership and mutual respect.

Atif Farooqi said, “Progress on drawings and site approval positions PRBC for swift implementation, fostering trade, cultural exchanges, and urban collaborations between Pakistan and Romania. With Commissioner Karachi Mr. Naqvi’s support, we’re poised to create a lasting tribute to Pakistan-Romania friendship.”

Commissioner Naqvi expressed enthusiasm for the project, reaffirming Karachi’s role in strengthening these vital ties.

ICT Police holds consultative meeting with TPL Maps on smart patrol software

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Zaka Ullah Ch
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ISLAMABAD, Feb 15 (APP):Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police’s Safe City Command and Control team held an important consultative meeting with TPL Maps Company to explore the development of modern, technology-driven software aimed at strengthening patrol operations in the federal capital.
An official told APP on Sunday that Director IT Atif Abbas, Deputy Director NOC Imtiaz Ahmed, and Assistant Director Abbas Mehdi participated in the meeting along with Digital Control Room officers and the Safe City technical team.
ICT Police holds consultative meeting with TPL Maps on smart patrol software
He said the meeting focused on developing advanced software integrated with digital mapping systems to improve the efficiency of patrol vehicles and motorcycles. The proposed technology is intended to enhance response time, situational awareness, and overall crime prevention capabilities.
The official said the performance of the Digital Control Room and existing police software systems was also reviewed, while further technological improvements were discussed.
Director IT Atif Abbas said that Safe City Islamabad continues 24/7 monitoring to support effective policing and crime control.
Citizens have been encouraged to report suspicious activities through the emergency helpline “Pukar-15” or the One Info App.

Technical Training: 82% skilled youngsters succeed getting jobs

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Zaka Ullah Ch
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By M Atif Ismail
MULTAN, Feb 15 (APP):Punjab’s government-backed vocational education system is emerging as a key driver of employment and overseas workforce development, with an impressive 82 percent job placement rate among graduates trained in more than 60 technical trades, according to a recent survey conducted by the Punjab Planning & Development Department.
The findings highlight the growing impact of technical and vocational training institutes operating under government supervision across the province. These institutions, financially supported by the Punjab Skills Development Fund, currently train nearly 75,000 students in diverse skill areas ranging from construction and mechanical technologies to information technology and healthcare. Authorities are now working to expand enrollment to 100,000 trainees in the coming phase.
Speaking to Associated Press of Pakistan (APP)in an exclusive interview, Regional Manager of the Punjab Vocational Training Council, Asif Ali, said that the demand for skilled labour is rising rapidly in international markets, particularly in Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries. He noted that approximately 5,000 trained workers from Punjab have already secured employment abroad between July and the present period, reflecting the global recognition of Pakistani technical talent.
According to him, sectors such as healthcare, construction, mechanical services, and information technology are currently experiencing strong recruitment trends internationally. In response to evolving market needs, vocational institutes have also introduced new programs in hospitality, hotel management, and food processing assistance to align training with emerging employment opportunities.
South Punjab alone accounts for nearly 15,000 trainees undergoing skill development, reflecting a growing shift among young people toward technical education as a practical pathway to employment and economic stability.
Officials further revealed that the provincial government has introduced a special facilitation initiative the “Parwaaz Card” , aimed at supporting skilled workers seeking overseas employment. The program is designed to ease financial barriers and streamline mobility for graduates intending to work abroad.
Education and labour experts view the expanding vocational training ecosystem as a strategic response to unemployment and a step toward creating a globally competitive workforce. With increasing investment, broader enrolment targets, and stronger international demand, Punjab’s technical education sector appears poised to play a pivotal role in reshaping the province’s economic future.
As policymakers continue to strengthen skill-based education, the province’s vocational institutions are increasingly being seen not merely as training centres, but as engines of socioeconomic transformation  equipping youth with practical expertise and opening doors to opportunities far beyond national borders.

Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan working for humanity: Mohammed Irfan

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Zaka Ullah Ch
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Saudi Arab-Jeddah, Feb 15 (APP):Press Consular at Consulate General of Pakistan Jeddah, Mohammed Irfan while appreciating Jeddah-Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan, said that it has been working for humanity and may Allah Almighty bless their efforts.
He expressed these words while attending a dinner hosted by Raja Mohammed Riaz, President of “Samaji Rabita Committee Jeddah and Finance Secretary of Pakistan Investors Forum, Saudi Arabia, in the honor of Dr. Hafizur Rahman, president of AlKhidmat Foundation Pakistan.
In his presidential address, he said that there are countless opportunities for public services through AlKhidmat platform, and the youth should step forward and take responsibility in this regard.
He further appealed to the people in Pakistan and abroad that they should become part of Alkhidmat’s mission.
The program began with the recitation of the Holy Quran by Qari Muhammad Asif.
Naat-e-Rasool-e-Maqbool was presented by Muhammad Saleem.
Raja Muhammad Riaz welcomed all the guests and thanked them for participating in the program.
The Chief Guest, Dr. Hafizur Rahman, in his address, put light on working of AlKhidmat and informed the participants about its activities. He said that AlKhidmat Foundation is a non-governmental organization of Pakistan that was established in 1990.
AlKhidmat is actively working in the fields of education, health, orphan care, clean water, Mawakhat (provision of interest-free loans), social services, and disaster prevention.
Hifiz ur Rehman said that the most prominent charity work of this organization is volunteer services during disasters.
AlKhidmat Foundation is currently providing its services in 150 districts of Pakistan, he added.
He also informed about the assistance and Aghosh program provided by Pakistan to the Palestinian people.
The ceremony was also addressed by Chaudhry Muhammad Akram Gajatra and Kunwar Qutbuddin Khan, former President of the Muslim League (Qayyum), former Member of the National Assembly, Founder and Chairman of the All Rajput International Association (ARIA).

Three members of  snatcher gang in handcuffs; valuables recovered

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Zaka Ullah Ch
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ISLAMABAD, Feb 15 (APP):Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police arrested three wanted members of a notorious snatcher gang during a successful operation in the federal capital.
An official told APP on Sunday that the Industrial Area police team, utilizing technical and human resources, apprehended the accused who were involved in multiple incidents of looting citizens.
He said police also recovered snatched cash, mobile phones, and weapons with ammunition from their possession. Cases have been registered against the arrested accused and further investigation is underway.
On the special directives of DIG Muhammad Jawad Tariq, ICT Police have intensified their crackdown against robbery, snatching, and other serious crimes across the city.
The DIG Tariq stated that strict action will continue against criminal elements depriving citizens of their valuable assets.

President expresses deep grief over tragic road accident in Khairpur

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Irfan Khan
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ISLAMABAD, Feb 15 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari, Sunday, expressed his deep sorrow and grief over the tragic accident that occurred on the national highway in Khairpur, Sindh.

The president prayed for the elevation of the ranks of the deceased and for grant of patience and strength to the bereaved families, President Secretariat Media Wing said in a press release.

The president directed the Government of Sindh to ensure the provision of the best possible medical facilities to the injured.

In this regard, President Zardari spoke on telephone with Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and emphasized upon ensuring effective measures to prevent such tragic incidents in the future.

He further underlined that a coordinated strategy should be formulated at both the provincial and federal levels to strictly enforce traffic laws on national highways and improve safety arrangements, so as to ensure the protection of the lives and properties of the public.

According to media reports, at least 11 people were killed and several others injured when a passenger bus travelling from Bahawalpur to Karachi collided with a trailer on the GT Road near Tando Masti in District Khairpur.

PM Shehbaz Sharif departs for Austria on two-day official visit

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LAHORE, Feb 15 (APP):Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif departed for Vienna, Austria on Sunday morning, on a two-day official visit at the invitation of Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, and Special Assistant Tariq Fatemi were accompanying the Prime Minister as part of the Pakistani delegation.
During his stay in Vienna, the Prime Minister will hold bilateral as well as delegation-level talks with Chancellor Stocker at the Federal Chancellery. Both leaders are expected to discuss matters of mutual interest and avenues for strengthening cooperation between the two countries.
The Prime Minister and the Austrian Chancellor will also jointly co-chair a meeting of leading business figures aimed at enhancing trade and investment ties between Pakistan and Austria.
Later, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will participate in and address the Austria Business Forum, where he is expected to highlight Pakistan’s economic potential and investment opportunities.
The Prime Minister will also attend and speak at a special event in Vienna organized under the United Nations on the theme “Sustainable Development: The Path to Global Peace and Prosperity.”
In addition, he is scheduled to meet with the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to discuss issues related to peaceful uses of nuclear energy and international cooperation.
Officials said the Prime Minister’s official visit to Austria is expected to open new avenues of collaboration and add fresh momentum to bilateral relations between the two countries.

Iranian, Iraqi foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties, regional developments on phone

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Tehran, Feb 15 (IRNA/APP): In continuation of his consultations with foreign ministers of the region, Abbas Araghchi, the minister of foreign affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, held a telephone conversation with his Iraqi counterpart, Fuad Hussein, on Saturday evening.

During the phone call, the two sides reviewed Iran-Iraq bilateral ties and emphasized the importance of continuing consultations at various levels to further expand ties in all areas of mutual interest.

The two foreign ministers reviewed the latest regional developments.

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