Allama Khadim Hussain Rizvi passes away in Lahore

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ISLAMABAD, Nov 19 (APP): Allama 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.

“عالم اسلام کیلئے عظیم سانحہ”
کروڑوں عاشقان رسول کے دل کی دھڑکن، امیر تحریک لبیک پاکستان قبلہ شیخ الحدیث والتفسیر امیر المجاہدین قائد عالم اسلام علامہ حافظ خادم حسین رضوی دارفانی سے وصال فرما گئے۔
إِنَّا لِلَّهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ

— Tehreek Labbaik Pakistan (@MarkazTLP) November 19, 2020

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.

On the passing of Maulana Khadim Hussain Rizvi my condolences go to his family. Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un.

— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) November 19, 2020

Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa also conveyed his condolences over the demise of the TLP leader.

General Qamar Javed Bajwa,#COAS, expresses heartfelt condolence on the sad demise of Allama Khadim Hussain Rizvi. “May Allah Almighty bless the departed soul in eternal peace, Ameen” COAS.

— DG ISPR (@OfficialDGISPR) November 19, 2020

Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan, Special Assistant to the Chief Minister on Information in Punjab also expressed grief over his sad demise.

اِنَّا لِلّٰہِ وَاِنَّآ اِلَیْہِ رَاجِعُوْنَ
سربراہ تحریک لبیک پاکستان علامہ خادم حسین رضوی کی وفات پر انکے اہل خانہ اور چاہنے والوں سے دلی تعزیت کرتے ہیں
اللہ تعالٰی مرحوم کی بخشش فرمائیں اور تمام پسماندگان کو صبر عطا کریں۔ آمین

— Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan (@Dr_FirdousPTI) November 19, 2020

Amir Jamat Islami also expressed his grief and prayed to Allah Almighty to bless the departed soul.

علامہ خادم حسین رضوی کی اچانک وفات سے دلی صدمہ ہوا۔ اہل خانہ اور تحریک لبیک کے کارکنان و ذمہ داران کے غم میں برابر کے شریک ہیں، اظہار تعزیت کرتے ہیں اور اللہ تعالی کے حضور ان کی مغفرت کے لیے دعاگو ہیں۔ اللہ تعالی انھیں جنت الفردوس میں جگہ دے اور لواحقین کو صبرجمیل سے نوازے۔ آمین

— Siraj ul Haq (@SirajOfficial) November 19, 2020

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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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

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.

Indian disinformation accounts are exploiting Pakistan’s current political crisis and falsely claiming that the country is now experiencing urban warfare and other serious instability. Dangerous and disturbing; several of these accounts are verified, with large followings. Ugh.

— Michael Kugelman (@MichaelKugelman) October 21, 2020

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.

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.

Indian media propaganda at its peak & sadly fueled by the PDM circus.
Both social & economic indicators of Pakistan are showing positive signs.
The artificially manufactured food inflation is being brought under control as well.
Pakistan on the rise under PM @ImranKhanPTI

— Ali Haider Zaidi (@AliHZaidiPTI) October 22, 2020

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.

#Indian media is deeply involved in a fake, fabricated and malicious propaganda campaign to malign state institutions of #Pakistan.@Twitter needs to take action against Indian Social Media accounts who are involved in nefarious attacks of fake news against Pakistan.

— Shehryar Afridi (@ShehryarAfridi1) October 21, 2020

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.

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 😂

— Fakhr-e-Alam (@falamb3) October 21, 2020

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.

A little investigation would have informed @ZeeNewsEnglish that it wasn’t a bomb blast in ‘civil war’ in Pakistan but gas leak in Karachi. Whither truth, objectivity, balance and fairness in reporting? https://t.co/RaZ81Tx96C

— Farhatullah Babar (@FarhatullahB) October 21, 2020

“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.

An Aircraft shot during civil war in Karachi… and the pilot captured…

#Karachicivilwar #IndianMedia pic.twitter.com/Al5iWx6jOe

Some of the selected tweets

Indian media propaganda at its peak & sadly fueled by the PDM circus.
Both social & economic indicators of Pakistan are showing positive signs.
The artificially manufactured food inflation is being brought under control as well.
Pakistan on the rise under PM @ImranKhanPTI

— Ali Haider Zaidi (@AliHZaidiPTI) October 22, 2020

— Fasih Uddin (@Fasih_Uddin) October 21, 2020

Captain Amir Liaquat Hussain leading the #CivilWarinPakistan, targeted Sindh Police positions with 2 grenades at a time from a single RPG. 👏 pic.twitter.com/VVDeI8y4Rh

— Kashif Ali (@KaschifAli) October 21, 2020

Live scene from #CivilWarInPakistan

This is civil war at its peak. pic.twitter.com/EOBXWjJMZv

— Mustafa T. Wynne (@mustafa_wynne) October 21, 2020

15 Khwarij terrorists killed, two soldiers embraced martyrdom: ISPR

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RAWALPINDI, Apr 26 (APP):The Security Forces killed 15 Khwarij terrorists in three separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa while two soldiers embraced martyrdom during the intense fire exchange.

15 Khwarij terrorists killed, two soldiers embraced martyrdom: ISPR

“An intelligence based operation was conducted by the Security Forces in Karak District on reported presence of Khwarij. During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the Khwarij location, and resultantly eight Khwarij were sent to hell,” said a news release issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) here.

In an another operation conducted in North Waziristan District, four Khwarij were killed by the security forces. However, during the intense fire exchange, two brave sons of soil, Lance Naik Usman Mohmand (age: 28 years, resident of District Charsadda) and Sepoy Imran Khan (age: 26 years, resident of District Kurram) having fought gallantly, paid the ultimate sacrifice and embraced shahadat, it further said.

In another encounter that took place in general area Gomal Zam, South Waziristan District, own troops successfully neutralized three Khwarij.

Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the killed Khwarij, who remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities.

“Sanitization operations are being conducted to eliminate any other Kharji found in the area, as the security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve,” the press release..

HRSP launches hair transplant tourism initiative to boost the economy

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ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP):The President of Hair Restoration Society of Pakistan (HRSP), Dr. Rana Irfan announced to launch Pakistan Hair Transplant Tourism from the platform of HRSP, aiming to boost the industry and help the country to earn billions of dollars.

He made this announcement during the press conference at the National Press Club, Islamabad alongwith the joint secretary of HRSP, Dr Jawad Jehangir and spokesperson, Dr Mubashir, said a press release on Saturday.

In this regard, he expressed optimism about the proposal to train 1,000 doctors from major cities across the country and committed to provide them employment opportunities alongwith accommodation and meals.

“We will train 1000 new doctors in hair transplant from four major cities Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and Peshawar,” he said.

He noted that the country has a sufficient number of professionals and doctors who hold world-class qualifications and prestigious international memberships.

“Pakistan has around 26 doctors certified by the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS), the highest qualification in hair transplant surgery,” he said, adding that

in addition to that about 20 Pakistani doctors are members of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS), and 4 doctors also named in the Fellow of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (FISHRS).

PM expresses condolences to Iranian President in telephone call

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LAHORE, Apr 26 (APP):Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephonic conversation with President Masoud Pezeshkian of the Islamic Republic of Iran on Saturday, expressing deep condolences over the tragic explosion at Shahid Rajaei Port in Bandar Abbas.

During the call, the prime minister conveyed heartfelt sympathies on behalf of the people and government of Pakistan to the Iranian leadership and people, mourning the loss of precious lives.

He also prayed for the swift recovery of the injured and assured President Pezeshkian that Pakistan stands firmly with the brotherly nation of Iran during this difficult time, offering all possible assistance.

The two leaders also discussed recent regional developments. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shared Pakistan’s perspective on India’s provocative actions following the Pahalgam incident, reaffirming Pakistan’s desire for peace in the region. He welcomed any positive role Iran might wish to play in promoting regional stability.

The prime minister categorically rejected any Pakistani involvement in the Pahalgam attack, reiterating that Pakistan condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. He emphasized that Pakistan, itself a major victim of terrorism over the past two decades, is open to a neutral investigation into the incident to establish the facts.

Discussing India’s actions regarding the Indus Waters Treaty, the prime minister condemned the use of water as a weapon, vowing that Pakistan would defend its rights vigorously.

On the issue of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination in accordance with the United Nations resolutions.

President Pezeshkian thanked PM Shehbaz Sharif for his message of solidarity and appreciated Pakistan’s efforts for promoting peace in the region. He extended an invitation to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to visit Tehran, which the prime minister warmly accepted while reiterating his own invitation to President Pezeshkian to visit Pakistan.

Azma Bokhari firmly rejects Indian allegations

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LAHORE, Apr 26 (APP):Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari strongly criticized Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him a “global terrorist” whose rise to power worsens international stability.

Bokhari firmly rejected allegations linking Pakistan to the Pahalgam incident, calling them

baseless and part of a deliberate smear campaign.

Speaking at a DGPR press conference, she emphasized that Pakistan had expressed deep

sorrow and condemned the killing of innocent civilians in Pahalgam, Occupied Kashmir.

She criticized India for blaming Pakistan without any investigation.

She said Indian forces and its intelligence agencies were addicted to blaming

others.

Highlighting past events, she said that when India conducted five nuclear tests, Pakistan

responded with six, proving its resilience. She reminded that Pakistan’s nuclear deterrence, built under leaders like Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif, remained a cornerstone of national defense.

Bokhari reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to peace but made it clear that any aggression

would be met with full force.

The minister firmly stated that Pakistan’s armed forces, strengthened by

a spirit of martyrdom, are ready to defend every inch of the homeland.

Answering questions, she announced two major developments for Punjab: the completion of the Punjab Air project, with four leased aircraft set to begin domestic flights and plans for international operations within a year; and the upcoming launch of Pakistan’s first bullet train between Lahore and Rawalpindi, reducing travel time to two hours and twenty minutes. Additional bullet train routes and a Glass Train between Rawalpindi and Murree are also planned.

Ducky Bhai charged for motorway stunts & speeding

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ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP):The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) on Saturday initiated legal action against popular You tuber Saadur Rehman – popularly known as Ducky Bhai – for performing dangerous stunts while driving on the motorway.

The charges followed a video he posted online, showing him exceeding speed limits and driving without holding the steering wheel.

The video quickly went viral on social media, drawing heavy criticism from users who condemned the reckless behavior. Many people expressed concern over the potential dangers of such actions.

In response to the incident, the motorway police registered a case against Ducky Bhai for violating traffic laws.

In an official statement, the motorway police confirmed the registration of a case, reiterating their commitment to ensuring safety on national highways.

A spokesperson for the NHMP said: “The video in question clearly shows a driver violating traffic rules and endangering not only his own life but also that of others. We have taken serious notice of this violation and are proceeding with legal action.”

The spokesperson further added that the video had been geo-located and verified, and that appropriate sections of the law were being invoked in the FIR.

The Motorway Police have also released a video message on their social media platforms to raise awareness about the dangers of such stunts and to warn others against imitating similar behaviour.

The authorities have appealed to the public to follow traffic rules and cooperate with law enforcement in maintaining road safety. They emphasized the importance of safe driving to protect lives.

China leads 2024 global wind installations

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BEIJING, Apr 26 (APP):The world’s wind industry installed a record 117 GW of new capacity in 2024, and China led the world in new installations both onshore and offshore, ahead of the US, Germany, India and Brazil respectively rounding out the top 5, the Global Wind Report 2025 released by Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) said.

According to the report, in 2024, newly grid-connected wind power in China reached nearly 80 GW, surpassing the previous installation record set in 2023.

Cumulative wind power installed capacity was over 520 GW, accounting for almost half of the world’s total. By the year-end, the installed capacity of wind power and solar PV power generation reached 1,400 GW, exceeding thermal power capacity for the first time in China’s history, CEN reported on Saturday.

The reports also mentioned that the clean energy sector, including renewables, nuclear power, electricity grids, energy storage, EVs and railways, contributed 10% of China’s GDP in 2024, which has become the top driver of the country’s economic growth.

Huawei delegation meets Health Minister

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ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP):A high-level delegation from Huawei called on Federal Minister for Health, Mustafa Kamal on Saturday.

During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on enhancing digital primary healthcare and advancing the smart healthcare project.

The dialogue focused particularly on improving the quality of healthcare services in Pakistan’s rural areas and basic health units.

Federal Minister Mustafa Kamal emphasized that revolutionary changes are being introduced in the health sector through modern technology.

He further stated that rapid progress is being made on promoting the telemedicine system, which will soon enable citizens to access doctors and medicines at their doorstep.

The Minister added that every possible step is being taken to reduce the burden on hospitals.

Pahalgam propaganda falls flat: Pakistani Media outsmarts Indian Narrative

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ISLAMABAD, Apr 26 (APP):Pakistani media has strongly exposed the false narrative of the Indian government regarding the Pahalgam attacks, as India Today has admitted that Pakistani digital warfare has trampled Indian propaganda.

The Indian media is reportedly shocked by the coverage of Pakistani outlets, as Pakistan’s electronic media has not only responded to Indian claims in a befitting manner, but has also exposed the Pahalgam incident as a false flag operation.

In addition to the coordinated efforts of the electronic media, Pakistan’s social media has also played a significant role in dismantling the Indian conspiracy.

The incumbent Indian government is facing heavy criticism on social media, with thousands of posts and tweets using hashtags such as #ModiExposed, #IndianFalseFlag, and #PahalgamDramaExposed trending widely.

Moreover, a growing number of Indian journalists are now rejecting the official stance of the Indian government.

Pakistani electronic and social media have successfully thwarted the Indian government’s alleged attempt to mislead the global community.

It may be mentioned that Indian media has accused Pakistani media of fabricating a false flag operation in an attempt to garner international sympathy.