Kashmir Solidarity Day being observed world over

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MIRPUR: People of Pakistan and Azad Kashmir are observing Sunday (February 5) as Kashmir Solidarity Day, reiterating their solidarity with the people of occupied Kashmir in their indigenous struggle against Indian rule, TrendPK reports.

Amid a 21-gun salute in Islamabad, a one minute silence at 09.00 a.m was observed to mark scarifies of the martyrs of Jammu and Kashmir and the heroes of the Kashmir freedom movement.

This year the Kashmir Solidarity Day falls on the sanctified day of Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH) observed by the Muslims across the country, pledging to act upon the Quran and Sunnah.

Leaders of social, political and public representative organizations, traders, lawyers, journalists and other sections of the civil society will participate in different public meetings to highlight the key issue of Kashmir.

Former Prime Minister Azad Kashmir Raza Farooq Haider says political, moral and diplomatic support for Kashmiri people would continue for attaining their right of self determination and liberation of motherland from Indian yoke.

On the occasion, an especial session of Azad Kashmir Legislative Assembly and the Kashmir Council would be held in Muzaffarabad to express solidarity with Kashmiris.

Eidul Fitr being observed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa areas

PESHAWAR: The tradition of two separate Eids in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is intact this year as well, as various districts and tribal areas of the province are observing Eidul Fitr today (Tuesday) on announcement by Masjid Qasim Khan.

The Eid prayers have been offered in various Khyber Pakhtunkhwa areas including Bannu, Charsadda, Mardan, Swabi, Hangu, Kohat, Kirk, North Waziristan Agency (NWA), South Waziristan Agency (SWA) and other tribal areas.

Meantime, the provincial government decided to observe Eid day in pursuance of announcement by Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.

Strict security arrangements have been made across the province on the occasion of Eidul Fitr today. TrendPK

Multan: No relief from loadshedding

The citizens are getting no relief from loadshedding despite decrease in shortfall of electricity. According to Multan Electric Power Supply Company (MEPCO), the shortfall of electricity was reduced to 375 megawatt in Multan region whereas the demand of electricity was recorded at 2775 MW.

At least 8 to 9 hours of loadshedding is being observed in the urban areas of Multan region while the people in the rural areas are facing 10 to 12 hours of power outage.

The power shutdown during sehar and iftar timings is creating problems for the people of Multan.

Death anniversary of famous singer Alam Lohar today

LAHORE: The death anniversary of Alam Lohar is being observed with solemnity and reverence today, TrendPK reported Sunday.

He was born in the small village of AachGoach in Gujrat District, in Punjab, to a family of blacksmiths.

Alam Lohar developed a new style of singing the Punjabi Vaar, an epic or folk tale. He is famous for his rendition of Waris Shah’s Heer, which he has memorized in 36 styles and forms.

He recorded his first album at the age of 13 and has outsold all other singers in Pakistan in the 1970s.

It was the Queen’s Jubilee event in the UK and there was a singing competition between all Commonwealth Countries and after all performances: Alam Lohar won the award as the best performance and was handed a gold medal for his unique and God given voice.

In many rural villages, the local traditional people have called him ‘Sher-e-Punjab’ or ‘Heerah’ meaning diamond.

His famous compositions are DhartiPanjDaryavan Di, SaifulMalook, Jugni , Mirza, Qissa, SohniMahiwal, SassiPannu.

Alam Lohar died in an accident near Sham ki Bhaitiyan on July 3, 1979. He was given the Pride of Performance award in 1979 by General Zia Ul Haq in Islamabad and has received numerous awards within his lifetime. TrendPK

Shutter down strike in Kalat and Surab

A complete shutter down strike was observed in Kalat and Surab upon the protest call by BNF and BSO (Azad); all markets and business centers remain closed.

This strike was called by BNF when two dead bodies of BSO (Azad)s workers were found from Turbat, after which a complete shutter down strike is being observed in Kalat, Surab and Khuzdar; where as traffic seen is also lesser than normal.

Strike in Khuzdar against murder of BNP leader

QUETTA: A shutter-down strike is being observed in Khuzdar district of Balochistan on Monday against the murder of Balochistan National Party (BNP) leader Abdul Latif Shehwani.

Shehwani was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Khuzdar on Sunday night.

On the appeal of BNP, all small and main business centers are closed in the city while traffic is also below normal. TrendPK

Shahzain Bugtis arrest: Shutter down strike being observed in Balochistan

Balochistan: A shutter down strike is being observed in a number of districts including Quetta in Balochistan against the arrest of Jamhuri Watan Party (JWP) president Shahzain Bugti and his security guards. In some areas of Quetta JWP activists resorted to aerial firing.

According to details, a partial shutter down strike was being observed in Liaquat Bazaar, Prince Road, Masjid Road, Shahrah-e-Iqbal, Circular Road and others areas of Quetta. The administration has deployed police and Balochistan Constabulary to avoid any untoward incident.

JWP activists forcefully closed shops in few areas and resorted to aerieal firing due to which police took arms from them at Jungson chowk.

Strike against attack on Salamat Jan in Gilgit

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GILGIT: A strike is being observed in Gilgit against an attack attempting to kill Salamat Jan, President of Labor wing, N-League.

Salamat Jan was severely injured in firing by unidentified gunmen last night. He was taken to Combined Military Hospital (CMH) for treatment. Police arrested four suspects who may be involved in the incident. Trend Pk

Turmeric provides effective cure for liver disease

A rapid increase in liver diseases is being observed all over the world including Pakistan but a recent research has revealed that turmeric is highly effective in curing all liver diseases.
The chemical, curcurmin, is contained in turmeric, a plant used by the Chinese to make traditional medicines for thousands of years. The recent study has highlighted its potential in countering an increasingly common kind of fatty liver disease called non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). High levels of blood leptin, glucose and insulin are commonly found in human patients with obesity and type 2 diabetes, which might contribute to NASH-associated liver fibrosis. The researchers found that among other activities, curcumin eliminated the effects of leptin on activating hepatic stellate cells, which short-circuited the development of liver damage.

Turmeric provides effective cure for liver disease

A rapid increase in liver diseases is being observed all over the world including Pakistan but a recent research has revealed that turmeric is highly effective in curing all liver diseases.
The chemical, curcurmin, is contained in turmeric, a plant used by the Chinese to make traditional medicines for thousands of years. The recent study has highlighted its potential in countering an increasingly common kind of fatty liver disease called non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). High levels of blood leptin, glucose and insulin are commonly found in human patients with obesity and type 2 diabetes, which might contribute to NASH-associated liver fibrosis. The researchers found that among other activities, curcumin eliminated the effects of leptin on activating hepatic stellate cells, which short-circuited the development of liver damage.

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