Independence | Pakistan

Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti revealed on Monday that security forces thwarted a major terrorist plan aimed at targeting children during Independence Day celebrations.

Gujar khan - Pakistan’s upgraded standing with global credit rating agencies and its recent military success against India under Operation Bunyan un Marsoos gave the nation extra cause for pride as it marked Independence Day, Minister of State for Finance and Railways Bilal Azhar Kayani expressed while addressing a ceremony to.

President Asif Ali Zardari, PM Shehbaz Sharif, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir celebrate Independence Day with calls for unity, hail success in Marka-e-Haq and Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos in May conflict with India.

KARACHI: The Karachi Police arrested more than 90 suspects for aerial firing during Independence Day celebrations that proved fatal, ARY News reported, citing officials. According to a police spokesperson, a total of 68 illegal weapons were also recovered from the suspects, and more than 100 cases have been registered. According to police, further cases of […]

KARACHI: Pakistan Navy marked 78th Independence Day of Pakistan with national spirit and military tradition. A dignified Change of Guard ceremony was held at the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. A smartly turned-out contingent of cadets from Pakistan Naval Academy and sailors, dressed in ceremonial uniforms, assumed guard duties at Mazar-e-Quaid with traditional enthusiasm […]

Military and civilian leadership, as well as the martyrs of “Marka-i-Haq” (Battle of Truth), were presented with national honours as part of celebrations to mark Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day on Thursday. In July, Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal said this year’s Independence Day would be marked as “Marka-i-Haq”. The term is used by the state to name the conflict with India from the April 22 Pahalgam attack to the end of Operation Bunyanum Marsoos with a ceasefire on May 10. In an earlier message today, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari said the day served as a reminder of courage, unity, and sacrifices that led to the creation of Pakistan and paid homage to the founding father Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the workers of the Pakistan Movement for their struggle and sacrifices. The awards, including both wartime and peacetime honours, were conferred by President Zardari and PM Shehbaz during a ceremony at the Presidency in Islamabad. Awards were conferred upon senior military...

The Pakistan Embassy in Paris celebrated the nation’s 78th Independence Day with a vibrant flag-hoisting ceremony led by Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch.

NEW DELHI: An Independence Day ceremony was held at the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi. Saad Ahmed Warraich, the Pakistani High Commissioner to India, hoisted the national flag at the High Commission. The ceremony began with the recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by the playing of the national anthem of Pakistan. Messages from […]

Leaders and lawmakers from around the world, including the United States, Russia, and China, congratulated Pakistan on its 79th Independence Day on Thursday with public messages, highlighting diplomatic ties. The day, marking Pakistan’s freedom from British rule and the declaration of independence in 1947, dawned with a 31-gun salute in Islamabad and 21-gun salutes at the provincial headquarters. Special prayers were also offered in mosques for peace, solidarity and prosperity of the country. United States US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in a statement, felicitated the people of Pakistan on behalf of the United States. “The United States deeply appreciates Pakistan’s engagement on counterterrorism and trade. We look forward to exploring new areas of economic cooperation, including critical minerals and hydrocarbons, and fostering dynamic business partnerships which will promote a prosperous future for Americans and Pakistanis,” the statement said. The US State Department’s Bureau of South and Central Asian...

Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Muhammad Ali Randhawa, visited Pakistan Sweet Home on Thursday as part of Marka-e-Haq and the 79th Independence Day celebrations.

A flag hoisting ceremony was held at Pakistan House, Singapore, on Thursday to celebrate the 78th Anniversary of Pakistan’s Independence and Marka-e-Haq.

The Pakistani Embassy in Beijing marked the nation’s 78th Independence Day with a solemn flag-hoisting ceremony, celebrating both the birth of Pakistan and its historic victory in Marka-e-Haq, along with the successful execution of Operation Bunyan-un-Marsous.

Federal Minister for Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh marked Pakistan’s Independence Day with a unique gesture distributing vouchers for 5 litres of petrol to citizens.

Pakistani embassies across the world celebrated Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day with traditional zeal and fervour by holding flag hoisting ceremonies and highlighting historical significance of the day.

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have called for rising beyond divisions and standing united for a Pakistan that is built on justice, equality, and service to all, as the nation celebrates Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day today. They said the day served as a reminder of courage, unity, and sacrifices that led to the creation of Pakistan and paid homage to founding father Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the workers of the Pakistan Movement for their struggle and sacrifices. In his message on the occasion, President Zardari emphasised that the nation had “reaffirmed its strength, resolve, and unity in the face of external aggression”. “Our success in Marka-i-Haq and Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos is a landmark moment in our history,” he said. “It was a demonstration of unshakable national will, professional excellence, and united purpose.” In July, Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal said this year’s Independence Day would be marked as “Marka-i-Haq” (Battle of Truth). The term is used by...

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has congratulated the nation on Pakistan’s Independence Day, calling it a day of sacrifice, struggle, and the fulfillment of the dream of freedom.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar has said that the nation is celebrating a “true Independence Day” after defeating an enemy five times bigger, reaffirming the party’s commitment to strengthening democracy and national integrity.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has extended warm greetings to the people of Pakistan on the occasion of the country’s 78th Independence Day, reaffirming Washington’s commitment to deepening bilateral relations.

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have extended heartfelt congratulations to the nation on Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day, expressing gratitude to Almighty Allah for the country’s progress and resilience.

ISLAMABAD - President Asif Ali Zardari said that they celebrate the Independence Day with a sense of renewed pride and hope as recently the nation had reaffirmed its strength, resolve, and unity in the face of external aggression.