Day: June 23, 2024

Azad Jammu and Kashmir Prime Minister Chaudhry Anwaar ul Haq called on Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in Islamabad today. They discussed peace and security situation in Azad Kashmir and also deliberated on political situation and budget of the state for the new fiscal year. The Interior Minister approved the deployment of Frontier Constabulary in Azad Kashmir on the request of AJK Prime Minister. Mohsin Naqvi said security arrangements will be improved in Azad Kashmir and all possible support will be extended in this regard to ensure peace in the state. He said we are fulfilling the promises made to the people of Azad Kashmir. The Interior Minister said government of Pakistan stands with the government and people of Azad Kashmir and will extend possible cooperation for the prosperity and development of the state. The AJK Prime Minister thanked the Interior Minister for immediate steps for resolution of issues. Source: Radio Pakistan

The National Assembly today (Sunday) adopted a resolution, strongly condemning the horrific and tragic incidents of mob-lynching in different parts of the country. The resolution moved by Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar said this House believes that the right to life is the most cherished right as enshrined in the constitution of Pakistan. It said every person is to be dealt with in accordance with law and not otherwise. This House takes serious notice of the recent mob-lynching of our citizens accused of offences in Swat and Sargodha. It is noted with grave concern that such incidents have recently increased in different parts of the country, which cannot be tolerated in any civilized society. The House urged the federal and the provincial governments to ensure the safety and security of all the citizens, including religious minorities and other vulnerable segments of society. The House also demanded that the provincial governments of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab should immediately take all necessary me asures to ensure that persons involved in these incidents are identified, investigated and prosecuted under the relevant laws. The resolution expressed the expectation that the courts shall ensure immediate and speedy justice in these cases. Source: Radio Pakistan

Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif says constitution protects rights of every citizen, irrespective of religion or faith. Taking the floor in the National Assembly, he said mob-lynching in the name of religion cannot be allowed. Regarding the decision taken by the Central Apex Committee on the National Action Plan of launching Azm-e-Istehkam operation to eradicate extremism and terrorism from the country, Khawaja Asif said the matter will be discussed in the cabinet also. He said the opposition benches may raise their concerns, if any, and present their suggestions in the parliament. He further mentioned that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur also attended the Apex Committee meeting held yesterday during which Azm-e-Istehkam was approved. Source: Radio Pakistan

Five brave soldiers of Pakistan, who were martyred in a land mine blast by terrorists in Kurram, have been laid to rest with full military honors in their native areas. The martyrs include Havaldar Aqeel Ahmed Shaheed of Okara, Lance Naik Muhammad Tafeer Shaheed of Poonch, Sepoy Anosh Rufun Shaheed of Attock, Sepoy Muhammad Azam Khan Shaheed of Haripur and Sepoy Haroon William Shaheed of Islamabad. A large number of senior serving officers and soldiers, families of martyrs and local people attended the funerals and burials of martyrs. Pakistan's security forces remain committed to eradicate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of the brave martyrs further reinforce this resolve. Source: Radio Pakistan