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MULTAN, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 17th Oct, 2023) In an inspiring and pivotal moment for the literary and democratic landscape of Pakistan, the Association of Progressive Writers Sindh (APWS) has declared the book, “Column, Kahani and Khakay,” as a masterpiece, heralding the promotion of democratic ideals within the nation. The association awarded a total of 16 remarkable books, penned in various indigenous languages such as Seraiki, Sindhi, Urdu, Balochi, and more. Among this illustrious lineup, it was the exceptional work of the renowned writer, poet, and journalist, in charge of urdu Service APP (Multan) Raziuddin Razi,…

Lahore: Muhammad Junaid Safdar, the son of Maryam Nawaz, the Vice President of the Pakistan Muslim League (N), and the grandson of former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mian Nawaz Sharif, has confirmed his divorce on his marriage to Ayesha Saif Khan, the daughter of former National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Chairman Saif-ur-Rehman Khan in December 2021. The wedding ceremony of both lasted for several days, during which various members of the Khan and Nawaz families were seen in high spirits. There were no reports of disagreements between Muhammad Junaid Safdar and his wife in the media; however, in recent days, there…

Gaza: Following the attacks by Hamas in Palestine, a war is ongoing, and the Gaza Ministry of Health has released details about the number of casualties. It is stated that since the start of Israeli airstrikes, 1,417 people have been killed, including 447 children and 248 women. Speaking to BBC correspondent Liz Doucet, the Mayor of the Israeli border city of Sderot, Eilan Davidi, said they know what the Western leaders should say to Israel. Mayor Eilan Davidi, whose city has been a target of Hamas rocket attacks for decades, believes that previous military actions have failed due to the…

Hyderabad: In the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup, Pakistan achieved the biggest target in the history of the World Cup in the eighth match against Sri Lanka, thanks to the splendid centuries by Abdullah Shafiq and Muhammad Rizwan. Pakistan chased down Sri Lanka’s target of 345 runs with 4 wickets to spare in the 49th over. Abdullah Shafiq scored 113 runs, while Muhammad Rizwan remained not out with 131 runs. The target of 345 runs is the biggest target ever achieved successfully by any team in World Cup history. Before this, in the 2011 World Cup, Ireland had successfully…

Islamabad: According to sources, a recommendation has been made to discontinue the monthly provision of free units for officers from Grade 17 to Grade 21, and it is possible that approval for this proposal may be granted in the upcoming meeting on the summary of the Power Division by the Cabinet Committee on Energy. Sources have indicated that discontinuing the facility of free units will result in an annual savings of more than 6 billion rupees. It has been suggested that officers of Grade 17 be given 15,858 rupees instead of 450 free units per month, officers of Grade 18…

Tel Aviv: The Israeli Defense Minister has ordered a complete blockade of Gaza. According to news agency reports, following intense attacks by Hamas, Israeli Defense Minister Yuval Gantz has issued an order for a complete blockade of Gaza. According to the news agency, the Israeli Defense Minister has also ordered the cutting off of electricity to Gaza. Furthermore, the Israeli Defense Minister has issued orders to halt the supply of food, drink, and fuel in Gaza. On the other hand, media reports suggest that Hamas fighters breached the border with Israel in the southern region on Monday, where they used…

Rawalpindi: Under the Official Secrets Act 1923, the special court provided copies of the challan to former Prime Minister and Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan and former Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi in the cypher case, after which on October 17, the individual A crime will be charged. Under the Official Secrets Act, special court judge Abul Hasnat Muhammad Zulqarnain held an in-camera hearing of the cypher case against Chairman PTI and Shah Mehmood Qureshi in Adiala Jail. happened

Islamabad: The Islamabad High Court requested to register a case in FIA against former Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa, former DGISI General Faiz Hameed and others for breaking the legal barrier and misrepresenting various incidents after retirement. Notices have been issued while two journalists Javed Chaudhary, Shahid Maitla and Pemra were also issued notices. On Monday, Islamabad High Court Chief Justice Amir Farooq has issued a written hearing order on the request of citizen Atif Ali. According to the petitioner, journalists Javed Chaudhary and Shahid Maitla wrote two articles just for viewership which had a negative impact on the…

Tel Aviv: Following Hamas’ attacks on Israel and the death of more than 600 individuals, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared a state of war, calling for an immediate evacuation of Palestinian residents from Gaza. According to reports from Israeli media, Hamas has carried out attacks on Israel from the sea, land, and air in recent days, resulting in over 600 casualties. The Israeli government’s press office also confirmed the casualties, stating that more than 600 people have been killed, with over 2,000 injured, and nearly 100 people sheltered. On the other hand, authorities in Gaza report that Israeli…

Herat: In Afghanistan’s province of Herat, the number of casualties from the earthquake that occurred yesterday has exceeded 2,000. According to Afghan authorities, the intensity of the earthquake in the province of Herat was recorded at 6.3, which caused severe damage to infrastructure, and aftershocks were also felt in Badghis and Farah provinces. It was reported by Afghan authorities that as a result of the earthquake, around 1,000 individuals were injured, while over 2,000 lost their lives. According to a government spokesperson, as a result of the earthquake, more than 600 houses were destroyed in 12 villages of Herat’s Zendeh…