Pakistan

COAS celebrates Eid-ul-Fitr with troops deployed on LoC

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5 years ago

August 12, 2019

Editor

Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr with troops deployed along the Line of Control (LoC) and offered the day’s congregational prayers with those deployed on the frontline, said a statement by the military media wing.

The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) added that special prayers were made for the peace and prosperity of the nation.

“Remember, for us, the defenders of Pakistan, our first family is the Pakistani nation, then the ones back home,” said the army chief as quoted by ISPR.

General Bajwa, while referring to the voluntary decision by the armed forces to cut defence spending, said the armed forces have taken the decision to “forego even the routine increase in annual defence budget”.

He added that the initiative is “not a favour to the nation as we are one, through thick and thin”.

The army chief said the cuts will have no impact on the response potential to all types of threats and the quality of life afforded to the soldiers.

Pakistan

“Through Unity, Faith, and Discipline, We Rise from the Ashes, as Aik Qaum.”

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19 hours ago

December 16, 2024

EDITOR

The APS (Army Public School) attack was a defining moment in Pakistan’s history. While the pain and scars will never fully heal, the resilience shown by the nation proves its unwavering determination to stand against terrorism. The martyrs of Army Public School are remembered as symbols of hope and courage, inspiring a better and more peaceful future for Pakistan.

“We will never forget, and we will never forgive.”

Pakistan

Nation observes 10th Anniversary of APS Peshawar tragedy

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1 day ago

December 16, 2024

EDITOR

The 10th anniversary of the tragic terror incident at Army Public School Peshawar is being observed today to pay tribute to the martyrs.

Special prayers and Quran Khwani are being held for the martyred students and teachers of Army Public School.

Meanwhile, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa education department has arranged special functions to commemorate the APS incident and martyred students.

On 16th of December 2014, six terrorists stormed the Army Public School Peshawar and martyred one hundred and forty-seven innocent students and teachers of the school.

Pakistan

Chomos festival continues in Kalash Valley

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2 days ago

December 15, 2024

EDITOR

The historic fifteen-day Chomos festival continues in Kalash Valley, including Chitral district, on seventh consecutive day, today.

Under the guidance of Tashfeen Haider, Director General of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Culture and Tourism Authority, tourist information centers in Chitral City and Upper Dir have been activated to assist both foreign and local visitors.

The Kalash people are observing various rituals during the Chomos festival as part of their New Year celebrations.

Traditional songs, dances, and rituals are key features of the festival, which is set to culminate on the 22nd of this month.