Pakistan Day
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Flag hoisting ceremony on Pakistan day in Paris
A flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Embassy of Pakistan Paris on Saturday to commemorate the Pakistan Day.
The event was attended by a large number of Pakistani diaspora, members of diplomatic corps, media representatives and officials of the Embassy.
Messages of the President, Prime Minister and Foreign Minister were read out
Civil awards conferred in Punjab, Sindh and Balochistan on Pakistan Day
The investiture ceremonies were held in Punjab, Sindh and Balochistan provinces to honour individuals from various fields including education, health, sports, and arts with civil awards on the eve of the National Day.
In Punjab, Governor Balighur Rehmand conferred Sitar-i-Imtiaz on Dr Nadeem Javed in recognition of his services for CPEC, rehabilitation of victims after 2022 floods and reforms in planning commission.
Dr Kanwal Amin, a renowned personality from education sector, actress Sajal Aly and Jugan Kazim were honoured with Tamgha-i-Imtiaz.
Pakistan Day celebrations across world
Not only in Pakistan, but ceremonies were held in major capitals across the world to mark the 84th Pakistan Day with national spirit and renewed zeal.
The day has its roots in the passing of the Lahore Resolution on March 23, 1940, when the All-India Muslim League demanded a separate homeland for the Muslims of the British Indian Empire.
The day was celebrated in the embassies of United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia and Australia, Iran, China and South Korea.
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Posters resurface in IIOJK with greeting messages on Pakistan Day
Posters have once again surfaced in Srinagar and other areas of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir, with solidarity and greeting messages for the people and Government of Pakistan on Pakistan Day being celebrated today.
The posters and Pakistan flags appeared in Srinagar, Bandipore, Doda and other areas of IIOJK, said a press release.
The posters displayed by APHC and other Hurriyat organizations were inscribed with slogans like ‘Hum Pakistani Hain, Pakistan Hamara Hai’, ‘Kashmir is jugular vein of Pakistan’, ‘Jammu and Kashmir is part of Pakistan’ and ‘Go India Go Back’.
Leaders pay tribute to founders of Pakistan
LAHORE (Dunya News) - Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said on Saturday the spirit of Freedom Movement was necessary today for Pakistan's progress.
Sharing her message on Pakistan Day, she said the nation paid tribute to Muslim League leaders for adopting the Pakistan Resolution in 1940.
Tarar urges devotion to build an ideal, strong, prosperous Pakistan
ISLAMABAD (APP) - Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Saturday emphasized the collective efforts to transform Pakistan into an ideal,strong and prosperous nation.
Speaking on Pakistan Day, he urged everyone to channel their efforts towards this common goal. Highlighting the significance of Pakistan Day, Tarar recalled how the Pakistan Resolution of 1940 laid the foundation for the nation’s independence.
Military parade, spectacular display of planes showcase Pakistan's prowess on National Day
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - The nation is celebrating Pakistan Day with renewed pledge to work hard for the progress and stability of the country as the armed forces are exhibiting military might during a grand and prestigious parade.
The day marks adoption of historic Lahore Resolution this day in 1940 that provided a framework for realisation of the goal of a separate homeland for Muslims of South Asia.
On Pakistan Day, Armed forces pledge to protect sovereignty of country
RAWALPINDI (Dunya News) - The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and the chiefs of all three armed services have extended their congratulations to the nation on Pakistan Day, March 23.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the military's media wing, the chiefs of the armed forces have conveyed a message on Pakistan Day, stating, "Pakistan Day reminds us of the sacrifices and struggles of our ancestors for a separate homeland. Our forefathers laid the foundation for the establishment of Pakistan."
Pakistan, Iran flags fly high at Azadi square
TEHRAN (Web Desk) - The Azadi Square of Tehran was illuminated with the flags of Pakistan and Iran to mark the 84th Pakistan Day being celebrated on Saturday.
Taking to X, formerly Twitter, the embassy of Iran shared a video in which the Azadi Square could be seen decorated with the flags of Pakistan and Iran.
President felicitates nation on Pakistan Day
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - President Asif Ali Zardari felicitated the nation on Pakistan Day urging people to reflect on journey of the nation while celebrating their achievements.
In a message, he said, “On this auspicious occasion of Pakistan Day, I extend heartfelt greetings and best wishes to each one of you.”
Removal of name from presidential awards list baffles Sarmad Khoosat
LAHORE (Dunya News) - Renowned filmmaker and actor Sarmad Khoosat has revealed that his name has been removed from the prestigious list of Presidential Awards.
Khoosat took to his Instagram story to announce this development, just days before the official ceremony scheduled for Pakistan Day on March 23.
Dignified change of guards ceremony held at Mazar-e-Iqbal
LAHORE (Dunya News) - A dignified change of guards ceremony was held at Mazar-e-Iqbal in Lahore in connection with Pakistan Day.
Air Vice Marshal Tariq Mehmood attended the event as a special guest. On this occasion, a smartly turned out contingent of Pakistan Air Force took over the security duties at Mazar-e-Iqbal.
On Pakistan Day, PM vows to put country on track of economic recovery
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that being cognizant of the serious challenges confronting Pakistan, the incumbent government was committed to put Pakistan on the path to economic recovery and prosperity with a cogent policy reform framework.
“We are completely cognizant of the serious challenges confronting Pakistan currently including inflation, unemployment, circular debt, fiscal and trade deficit, and above all the growing scourge of terrorism,” the prime minister said in his message to the nation on Pakistan Day being observed today (Saturday).
Pakistan Day being celebrated today
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - The nation celebrates Pakistan Day today (Saturday) with renewed pledge to work hard for the progress and stability of the country.
The day marks adoption of historic Lahore Resolution this day in 1940 that provided a framework for realization of the goal of a separate homeland for Muslims of South Asia.
