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Pakistan begins Hajj return operation as first pilgrims land in Islamabad
6+ hour, 47+ min ago (259+ words) ISLAMABAD: The repatriation of Pakistani Hajj pilgrims commenced on Saturday evening, with the first flight carrying 117 pilgrims arriving at Islamabad International Airport. Airport Manager Aftab Gilani welcomed the returning pilgrims upon their arrival, marking the start of the country's post-Hajj…...
Nation enjoys third day of Eidul Azha with festive spirit, traditions
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (206+ words) KARACHI: The festive spirit of Eidul Azha continues to prevail across Pakistan as people celebrate the third and final day of the religious occasion with devotion, family gatherings, delicious cuisine, and recreational activities. In cities including Lahore and Karachi, citizens…...
Prince Rahim Aga Khan departs Pakistan after seven-day visit
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (54+ words) Abb Takk News Prince Rahim Aga Khan departs Pakistan after seven-day visit ISLAMABAD: Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan, the 50th hereditary Imam of the Ismaili community, has bid farewell to Pakistan following the completion of his week-long visit to the country....
Dhul-Hijjah moon sighted in Pakistan; Eid-ul-Adha will celebrate on May 27
2+ week, 2+ hour ago (208+ words) ISLAMABAD: Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad, the Chairman of the Central Moon Sighting Committee, has officially confirmed the sighting of the new moon of Dhu al-Hijjah across the country. As a result, Eid ul-Adha is expected to be observed on Wednesday,…...
Ruet-e-Hilal committee to meet tomorrow for Eidul Azha moon sighting
2+ week, 1+ day ago (229+ words) KARACHI: The country's official moon-sighting body is set to meet on Saturday to determine the beginning of Zilhaj, a decision that will also confirm the date for Eidul Azha across Pakistan. The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will gather on 29 Ziqadah to…...
Pakistan releases hajj 2026 flight schedule: over 468 flights to transport pilgrims to Saudi Arabia
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (216+ words) ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Religious Affairs of Pakistan has announced the official flight schedule for Hajj 2026, with the first departure set for April 18, 2026. A total of 468 flights will facilitate the transportation of Pakistani pilgrims to Saudi Arabia under the government…...
Nation marks Eid ul Fitr with unity calls as mideast conflict looms
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (216+ words) Abb Takk News Nation marks Eid ul Fitr with unity calls as mideast conflict looms LAHORE: Pakistan is celebrating Eid ul Fitr across the country today with devotion and enthusiasm, as large congregational prayers were offered in mosques, Eidgahs, and…...
Federal govt approves standardized azan, prayer timings for Islamabad, Rawalpindi
4+ mon, 2+ day ago (212+ words) ISLAMABAD: In a significant move to foster religious harmony, the federal government has sanctioned a uniform system for Azan (call to prayer) and congregational prayer schedules across Islamabad and Rawalpindi." The decision was finalized during a high-level consultative session led…...
President, PM extend greetings to muslims on Shab-e-Meraj
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (158+ words) Abb Takk News President, PM extend greetings to muslims on Shab-e-Meraj ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have jointly conveyed warm wishes to Muslims in Pakistan and around the world on the sacred night of Shab-e-Meraj....
Sindh declares Jan 17 as Shab-e-Meraj holiday for educational institutions
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (252+ words) KARACHI: The Sindh government has declared January 17 a public holiday for both public and private schools across the province in observance of Shab-e-Meraj, according to an official notification issued on Tuesday. The announcement states that all educational institutions in Sindh…...