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Express Tribune
09-06-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
President urges efforts to strengthen economy
President Asif Zardari on Monday, citing the country's vast potential for development, called for concerted efforts to build a robust and self-reliant national economy. The president, in a meeting with Pakistan Peoples Party leaders and workers at the Aiwan-e-Sadr on the occasion of Eid ul-Azha, extended Eid greetings to them. He praised the workers as the strength of the party, acknowledging their steadfast support during challenging times. He urged them to remain dedicated to the nation and contribute to its progress. He also called for working together for the country's development and prosperity. He highlighted agriculture as the cornerstone of the national economy, stressing the need to prioritize its growth and support farmers to strengthen economic foundations. The president expressing concerns over rising extremism in India, said that the Indian minorities, especially Muslims and Christians, faced discrimination and oppression. India's extremist Hindutva ideology poses threats to the entire region, he added. He also underscored the deep historical, religious, and cultural roots of Muslims in the subcontinent.
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pakistan army chief Asim Munir visits forward positions along LoC
Pakistan Army chief Gen Asim Munir on Saturday visited the forward positions along the Line of Control (LoC) and interacted with the troops. During the interaction, Gen Munir lauded troops' high morale, operational preparedness, and vigilance, the army said in a statement. He was visiting the army's forward positions along the LoC to celebrate Eid ul-Azha with troops, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the military's media wing, said in the statement. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like (COUNTRY): The cost of solar panels that changes the price Solar Panels | Search Ads Search Now Undo Gen Munir told soldiers and officers on the frontline that celebrating the Eid away from loved ones, reflected their profound commitment to national service, the statement said. Munir also claimed that Pakistan gave a "befitting response" to India to avenge the loss of lives in the recent flare up. Live Events Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack - that left 26 dead - with India carrying out precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7. The on-ground hostilities from Indian and Pakistan sides that lasted for four days ended with an understanding of stopping the military actions following talks between the directors general of military operations of both sides on May 10. Munir also reaffirmed Pakistan's principled stance on the Kashmir issue and vowed to continue support for the Kashmiri people. New Delhi has maintained that the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and the Union Territory of Ladakh have been, are and will always remain integral and inalienable parts of India. PTI
New Indian Express
07-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Pakistan writing its own epitaph by offering sanctuary to terrorists: BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi
NEW DELHI: BJP leader and former Union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said on Saturday that Pakistan is writing its own epitaph by offering a sanctuary to terrorists and asserted that it amounted to bleeding Islam. Talking to reporters while celebrating Eid ul-Azha, Naqvi said Pakistan has given a licence to "barbarian beasts" to wound humanity and Islam and made terrorism and terrorists its "national industry and national assets", according to a statement. Naqvi celebrated the festival by offering "gujiya", a sweet associated traditionally with Holi, to people. All the festivals of the world are celebrated together in India with fervour and gaiety, and that is why it is called "Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat", the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader said, referring to the Narendra Modi government's emphasis on celebrating different facets of Indian culture together.
The Print
07-06-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Pak writing its own epitaph: Naqvi
New Delhi, Jun 7 (PTI) BJP leader and former Union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said on Saturday that Pakistan is writing its own epitaph by offering a sanctuary to terrorists and asserted that it amounted to bleeding Islam. Talking to reporters while celebrating Eid ul-Azha, Naqvi said Pakistan has given a licence to 'barbarian beasts' to wound humanity and Islam and made terrorism and terrorists its 'national industry and national assets', according to a statement.
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Business Standard
07-06-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Delhi Police tightens security on Eid; public sacrifice also banned
The Delhi Police has stepped up security arrangements across the national capital to maintain law and order and ensure peaceful celebration of Eid ul-Azha on Saturday, an official said. To maintain law and order during festivities, elaborate deployments have been made in sensitive areas, with the Rapid Action Force (RAF), paramilitary forces, and local police teams mobilised. Multiple check posts have been set up across Delhi, and electronic surveillance has been intensified to monitor suspicious activity. A senior police officer said, "Strict vigilance is being maintained across the city. We are closely monitoring social media for any misinformation or attempts to incite communal tension. Action will be taken against violators as per law." The officer added that open-air animal sacrifices, prayers in public spaces without permission, and the sacrifice of prohibited animals are not allowed during the festival. "Foot patrolling, drone surveillance in sensitive zones, and enhanced night vigilance are part of our comprehensive safety strategy," the officer added. The Delhi Traffic Police is also ensuring that there is a smooth flow of traffic and people do not violate norms during celebrations. To foster communal harmony and coordination, police officials have conducted a series of Aman Committee meetings with local religious leaders and community members in various districts. In East Delhi, Station House Officer (SHO) Pandav Nagar visited Kotla Idgah and held discussions with local Imams to ensure coordinated crowd management and security arrangements. Deputy Commissioner of Police (East) Abhishek Dhania confirmed that such meetings are being held across the city to streamline preparations. Another senior officer noted, "Delhi Police and community leaders are working hand-in-hand to ensure that the Eid festivities are celebrated in a secure and harmonious environment. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
