Nation Must Be Sovereign And Determined to Face Challenges, Gilani

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani said in his message to the nation on 64th Independence Day that at this point of time we all require to face the challenges with national sovereignty, determination and strong will. The biggest challenge at the moment is rehabilitation of flood affected people, war against terror, economic and political stability.

Prime Minister in his message said that we should be proud of the fact that our freedom struggle was fought along constitutional lines. Pakistan came into being through a political and democratic process. Unity, Faith and Discipline and unwavering confidence in the leadership epitomize the spirit of freedom movement which infused conviction among the Muslims in their destiny.

Equipped with steel-like determination and will power, they achieved the ideal of Pakistan within a short span of seven years. We are celebrating our 64th Independence Day at a time when our country is up against many challenges of grave nature, the chief being rehabilitation of flood affectees, fight against terrorism, struggling economy and ensuring stability.

The recent floods have wreaked havoc countrywide causing human causalities, damaging roads and telecommunication infrastructure and corps at massive scale. As per the United Nations’ assessment, the total damage done by these raging floods is more than the world suffered in Tsunami in 2004 and what Pakistan had to face in the aftermath of earthquake in October 2005. Similarly, terrorists and extremists are out to impose their exclusive conservative agenda on the peaceful Pakistani nation. Our national economy was hit hard by both the ongoing war against terrorism and natural disaster.

Despite these challenges, the government and people of the Pakistan remain committed to protect their motherland. Howsoever, gave these challenges may be but our resolve and determination to take on these is greater. I have my complete faith and trust in our people. I am sure that together we can rise to the occasion with determination and will power, said Prime Minister Gilani.

Nation to Celebrate Eid Milad-un-Nabi

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan News: The Nation is celebrating Eid Milad-un-Nabi (Peace Be Upon Him) with religious reverence and fervor renewing the pledge to follow true teachings of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) on Saturday.

The day was begin with special prayers for development, safety, peace, unity and brotherhood amongst the followers of Holy Prophet (PBUH).

It has been declared as public holiday. Special security arrangements have been made to maintain law and order across the country on the occasion of 12th Rabi-ul-Awal.

Television channels and radio stations have arranged special `Naatia Mushairas’ and quiz programmes on Seerat-e-Mustafa (PBUH).

All major government and private buildings, residential and commercial plazas, markets, mosques, roundabouts and even houses have been tastefully decorated.

Mahafil-e-Milad and public meetings are being held in different parts of the country, while faithful would actively participate in the programs organized by different local, religious and social organizations.

Naa’at and the Holy Quran reciting competitions are being held throughout the day in almost every nook and corner of the country to revive the real spirit of Islam and offer respect to the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him).

There are special security arrangements in the Federal Capital, Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, Peshawar and other cities and towns across the country to avoid any untoward incident. Participants of Mahafil would be properly verified and checked by security personnel.

Major event of the day is the annual National Seerat Conference in which prominent Ulema and scholars from across the country would participate.

For faithful, Eid Milad-un-Nabbi is a highly regarded religious festival when they express gratitude and thank to Allah Almighty for blessing the universe with His last messenger and Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).

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Pakistan News update: Eid ul Azha will be celebrated across the country today with a religious zeal and fervor and a renewed pledge for peace and brotherhood. Special prayers will be offered after Fajr prayers for peace, progress and prosperity of the country. The day will dawn with exchange of felicitations among the Muslims as they will share their sentiments of brotherhood, love and respect for one another while moving to the congregation places.
Then they would gather at mosques at open places (Eidgahs) to offer prayers and commemorate the great sacrifices of Hazrat Ibrahim, the beloved Prophet of Allah Almighty. Special sermons are delivered at congregations to highlight the importance of the Day and spirit behind the sacrifices of the animals to the will of God. This festival reminds us the commitment of Hazrat Ibrahim, who on the will of God, offered the sacrifice of his dear son Hazrat Ismail. This act of Hazrat Ibrahim was so graciously liked by Allah Almighty that He made sacrifice obligatory to those Muslims who afford it.

After offering prayers and hearing to the sermons of the preachers, they sacrifice their animals and share happiness and meat with their relatives, neighbors and friends in a gesture of love and brotherhood. Yesterday, Eid ul Azha was celebrated in Middle Eastern and European countries; where as in some areas of NWFP, including Mehmund Agency, Khyber Agency and Nowshehra, Eid was celebrated yesterday.

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