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Day: July 14, 2024

  • President Asif Ali Zardari Mourns Loss of PPP Media Coordinator Nazeer Hussain Dhoki


    Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari today expressed his condolences over the passing of Nazeer Hussain Dhoki, the media coordinator for the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). The President acknowledged Dhoki’s contributions to the party and extended his sympathies to his family.



    According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, in his condolence message, President Zardari paid tribute to Dhoki’s service within the PPP and prayed for the peace of the departed soul as well as for comfort to the bereaved family during this difficult time.

  • Religious Tensions Escalate in Maharashtra: Scholars and Imams Targeted

    Mumbai: Recent incidents in the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra have heightened communal tensions, with Hindu extremists reportedly assaulting a Muslim religious scholar and a mosque imam. This violence is part of a troubling rise in attacks against Muslims in the area.

    According to Kashmir Media Service, the violence against Muslims has intensified following the recent parliamentary elections. Mufti Shahrukh, a 26-year-old religious scholar, and his companion Muzamil were attacked by a group of masked assailants wielding sticks, an event that took place hours after a separate assault on Imam Hafiz Zubair near Jalal Masjid. While the police registered an FIR for the attack on Imam Zubair, they have yet to file an official report for the assault on Mufti Shahrukh.

    Former Maharashtra Minister and Congress leader Mohammad Arif Naseem Khan has condemned these incidents, calling them “sad and alarming” and demanding swift action from local authorities. These events mark a significant increase in hostility, with five separate attacks reported in Nandurbar over the last several days, signaling a distressing pattern of targeted violence that has community leaders and activists calling for urgent intervention.

  • APHC-AJK Delegation Discusses Kashmir Situation with Lahore Political Leaders

    Lahore: A delegation from the All Parties Hurriyat Conference Azad Jammu and Kashmir (APHC-AJK) chapter, led by Convener Ghulam Muhammad Safi, engaged with leaders from various political parties in Lahore today to brief them on the current circumstances in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).

    According to Kashmir Media Service, the delegation met with Dewan Mohiuddin, a member of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly. They discussed the ongoing challenges in Kashmir and extended an invitation to Mohiuddin to attend a rally scheduled for July 19 in Lahore, commemorating Pakistan’s Accession Day. Mohiuddin expressed that PTI workers would actively participate in the rally and reiterated the party’s commitment to seeking a resolution to the Kashmir issue that aligns with the aspirations of Kashmiri people and United Nations resolutions. The APHC-AJK delegation also met with representatives from the Markazi Muslim League and other political entities, updating them on the situation in the occupied territory. The delegation included APHC-AJK chapter General Secretary Advocate Parvez Ahmed Shah, Engineer Mushtaq Mehmood, Zahid Safi, Sheikh Yaqoob, Zahid Ashraf, and Muhammad Shafi Dar.

  • IPO-Pakistan Chair Underscores Importance of Strong IP System for Economic Advancement


    Karachi: Ambassador (R) Farukh Amil, Chair of IPO-Pakistan, emphasized the crucial role of a robust intellectual property system in fostering economic growth, attracting investments, and safeguarding innovations in strategic technologies during a meeting with Ambassador (Retd) Qazi M Khalilullah, Executive Director of the Center for International Strategic Studies Sindh.



    According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the discussion highlighted the necessity of effective intellectual property management for national economic and security interests. Ambassador Amil pointed out the growing importance of intellectual property protection in key areas such as telecommunications, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.



    Ambassador Khalilullah expressed a keen interest in enhancing cooperation between CISSS and IPO-Pakistan to strengthen intellectual property regimes and boost research and development in strategic technologies. He noted that such collaborative efforts would be pivotal in identifying and protecting innovations, contributing significantly to Pakistan’s economic stability and national security.

  • Sindh Governor to Fund Google Certification Fees for IT Students


    Karachi: Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tesori announced a new initiative to cover Google certification fees for IT students, aiming to enhance their opportunities in the global online business market. This announcement was made during a session with IT students after a detailed discussion with Pakistan’s Attorney General Mansoor Usman Awan.



    According to Sindh Governor House, the governor emphasized the significant potential for students to earn substantial incomes online once certified by Google. This initiative is part of a broader effort to bolster IT education and employability among youth in the region. Attorney General Mansoor Usman Awan, who had earlier met with Governor Tesori to discuss constitutional support and government affairs, praised the initiative during his visit to the IT marquee, Hope Bell, where he also inspected educational and relief efforts.



    The program is designed to empower students by providing them with essential tools and credentials to compete in the lucrative field of online business, aligning with broader strategies to tackle economic challenges through technological advancement.

  • Pakistan Enhances Document Attestation Services with Courier Partnerships


    Islamabad: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, along with its liaison offices in Karachi and Lahore, has introduced a new service to facilitate document attestation via courier, simplifying the process for Apostille Attestation for applicants across major cities.



    According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, TCS, Gerry’s, ECS, Leopards, and M and P are the designated courier companies authorized to operate Apostille Collection Points in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi. These companies are equipped to handle all document types for attestation, except for Power of Attorney. This initiative aims to streamline the attestation process, making it more accessible and efficient for individuals needing to authenticate documents for international use.

  • Pakistan Enhances Document Attestation Services with Courier Partnerships


    Islamabad: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, along with its liaison offices in Karachi and Lahore, has introduced a new service to facilitate document attestation via courier, simplifying the process for Apostille Attestation for applicants across major cities.



    According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, TCS, Gerry’s, ECS, Leopards, and M and P are the designated courier companies authorized to operate Apostille Collection Points in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi. These companies are equipped to handle all document types for attestation, except for Power of Attorney. This initiative aims to streamline the attestation process, making it more accessible and efficient for individuals needing to authenticate documents for international use.

  • British Lawmaker Commits to Advocating for Kashmir in Parliament

    Birmingham: A newly elected British lawmaker has vowed to champion the cause of self-determination for the people of Jammu and Kashmir both within and outside the British Parliament. This pledge was made during a significant event commemorating Kashmir Martyrs Day in Birmingham.

    According to Kashmir Media Service, Independent MP Ayoub Khan, who recently secured a parliamentary seat, emphasized that his support for Kashmir transcends traditional political boundaries as he is not affiliated with any major party. “Our fight for Kashmiris in occupied Kashmir has to capture the minds of the fair-minded public. That is important,” Khan stated. He also noted the strategic timing of raising such issues in the House of Commons and acknowledged the historical role of the UK in the partition of 1947 and its ongoing consequences. During the event, Khan also recognized the efforts of Tehreek-e-Kashmir UK President Fahim Kayani in galvanizing support among British lawmakers for the Kashmiri cause. Various other speakers, including prominent figures from the Kashmiri diaspora and religious community, voiced their perspectives on the ongoing situation in Kashmir.