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[00:00:00] is a report by Yasir Hussain.
[00:00:13] 99th day of independence is a day of renewing the pledge for the
[00:00:17] nation. This pledge is that the independence, sovereignty, and national
[00:00:20] dignity of Pakistan will not be compromised in any way. Today's battlefield
[00:00:24] is not just the physical battlefield, but also the world of information.
[00:00:28] A false news, a fake picture and a misleading
[00:00:31] video can influence millions of minds in moments.
[00:00:35] In such a situation, it is the responsibility of every Pakistani to differentiate
[00:00:38] between truth and lies, to verify every news, and to refuse
[00:00:42] to spread unverified information. As Pakistanis, we
[00:00:45] are watching whether our words
[00:00:49] are contributing to the progress of our country
[00:00:52] or creating chaos within our country.
[00:00:55] In such a situation, where
[00:00:58] administration
[00:01:30] is also about confronting every negative narrative with
[00:01:34] awareness and reason. Let us, on this
[00:01:37] Independence Day, pledge that we will not
[00:01:41] be part of any lie, we will not promote hatred,
[00:01:44] we will not fuel chaos, but rather we will use
[00:01:47] our voice, our thoughts, and our
[00:01:51] digital power for the progress of Pakistan
[00:01:54] and the stability of Pakistan.
[00:01:58] Pakistan only.
[00:02:05] in the state, it is his responsibility
[00:02:28] of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
[00:02:39] our forces, all the people
[00:04:13] land for 20 years
[00:05:04] were also offered for the security, peace,
[00:05:43] In Lahore, important personalities and common citizens highlighted the Kashmir issue in rallies and seminars organized
[00:05:47] in connection with Kashmir Exploitation Day. In Daska, a city in Punjab,
[00:05:50] enthusiasm was seen in connection with Kashmir Exploitation Day, and people expressed their feelings on Kashmir.
[00:05:54] In Hafizabad, citizens carried Pakistani and Kashmiri flags in rallies organized
[00:05:58] under the auspices of governmental and non-governmental organizations. In Dera Ismail Khan, a city in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,
[00:06:02] participants of Kashmir Exploitation Day rallies demanded the world to take notice
[00:06:06] of Indian atrocities. In Balochistan, the brave people of
[00:06:10] Washuk, Balochistan. also.
[00:08:12] paid a strong tribute. The locals and family
[00:08:16] are proud of the martyrdom of Sub-Inspector, who was martyred on April 9, 2025.
[00:08:19] The father of Shaheed Sub-Inspector Abdul Wali says
[00:08:22] that the sacrifices of martyrs are a valuable asset
[00:08:25] of the nation.
[00:08:38] But for the sake of this child, I, Abdullah, am his mother. She is very
[00:08:42] worried. Allah has given me patience. I am also happy with this martyrdom
[00:08:45] and also sad. I got grief
[00:08:49] and also happiness that my son got married. This son of mine was like this, I
[00:08:53] raised him well. He was a very capable son. I gave him good education
[00:08:56] in good schools, good colleges. He did BBA from IT University
[00:09:00] and Masters from Bestan University. He
[00:09:04] was a very disciplined person in matters of duty. He used to do his
[00:09:07] duty on time. He was very responsible for his nation and country.
[00:09:11] He was a great
[00:09:14] son, my very good son. But I am fortunate, I say that if my whole house is sacrificed
[00:09:17] for my country and homeland, I am happy with that too. It's not
[00:09:21] like that. Allah has given him a high rank. I am very happy
[00:09:25] about this. May Allah protect our country. We have
[00:09:29] had many other martyrs, young people martyred like this,
[00:09:32] we also feel great pain and sorrow for them, but we say
[00:09:36] it is martyrdom. If we sacrifice our lives for our country, it is martyrdom. May Allah make
[00:09:40] their afterlife good.
[00:09:42] On the occasion of Police Martyrs' Day, a solemn
[00:09:46] ceremony was held at Punjab Constabulary Battalion No. 2 Rawat,
[00:09:50] presided over by SP Hafiz Attaul Rehman. During the ceremony, wreaths
[00:09:54] were laid on the martyrs' monument. Fatiha was recited, and
[00:09:58] rich tributes were paid to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives
[00:10:01] for the homeland. On this occasion, SP Hafiz Attaul Rehman said
[00:10:05] that the sacrifices of the martyrs are a source of pride for us, and their selflessness,
[00:10:09] bravery, and patriotism will always be a guiding light for us.
[00:10:12] At the end of the ceremony, special prayers
[00:10:16] and stability of the country and for the high ranks of the martyrs.
[00:10:20] Modi government's economic failures, Indian Airlines
[00:10:23] constantly in decline.
[00:14:19] This is what I am saying, that in today's era, steps are being taken for women and female students in the construction and development of this country, in the security and protection of this country, in supporting our armed forces, and in supporting our country
[00:14:23] to provide
[00:14:40] a good environment. She expressed these views
[00:14:44] on the occasion of attending the annual awards distribution ceremony
[00:14:48] 2026, organized by the Federal Directorate of Education at Islamabad Model College
[00:14:51] for Girls F-7/4. Majiha Qamar congratulated
[00:14:55] the students who showed outstanding performance and said that education is the foundation of national development
[00:14:59] and the guarantee of a strong society. In the ceremony, students who achieved outstanding success
[00:15:02] in the annual examinations 2026 of the Federal
[00:15:06] Education Board were awarded shields, certificates, and cash prizes. On this occasion,
[00:15:09] tributes were also paid to the services of the principals and teachers whose hard work
[00:15:13] and guidance played an important role in the success of the students.
[00:15:16] Meanwhile, under the supervision of Special Assistant to Chief Minister Punjab, Salma Bhatt, and DG Punjab Food
[00:15:20] Authority, a major crackdown was carried out against food safety violations on M2
[00:15:23] Motorway Sukheke. During the operation, outlets of five well-known food chains
[00:15:27] were inspected, out of which four national food chains were closed
[00:15:31] for poor arrangements, while fines of 3.5 million were imposed.
[00:15:35] According to the Food Authority, one.
[00:16:12] Allotment letters for agricultural land have been distributed to 24 landless individuals selected through a draw. Under this scheme, eligible and
[00:16:15] selected individuals have been allotted up to five acres of agricultural land
[00:16:19] for a period of five years. The government will also provide farmers
[00:16:23] with a development grant of 50,000 rupees per acre for land rehabilitation and cultivation
[00:16:26] so that they can start the production process without delay.
[00:16:30] This is a landmark initiative. These lands are
[00:16:33] being given on very easy terms for cultivation.
[00:17:07] a new era will begin. Khaybar Ali Huri, Pakistan Television News,
[00:17:10] Sahiwal.
[00:17:13] Under the Punjab government's "Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar" (Our Farm, Our Livelihood) program to promote self-employment in the agricultural sector,
[00:17:17] 336 agricultural lands in Lodhran district
[00:17:19] are being allotted to 88 deserving farmers
[00:17:23] on an easy 20-year lease. Abdullah Daha's
[00:17:27] report. Under the Punjab government's Apna Khet Apna
[00:17:30] Rozgar program, 336
[00:17:33] young people from Lodhran district have been given
[00:17:47] so that young people can get respectable employment and farming opportunities.
[00:17:50] A family has been allotted up to five acres of land
[00:17:54] in this regard. The Government of Punjab will give
[00:17:58] 50,000 rupees per acre to the families. I have been given
[00:18:02] three acres of land and a grant of 50,000 rupees per acre.
[00:18:06] We thank
[00:18:20] Madam for allotting us two acres of land. Under this scheme,
[00:18:24] 8 farmers from Lodhran and 59 from Tehsil Dunyapur
[00:18:27] and 21 from Tehsil Karor Pacca were declared eligible through a draw.
[00:18:31] In the draw held at the District Council Khanjoo Hall in Lodhran,
[00:18:35] the lucky ones were given letters. Members of the Provincial Assembly
[00:18:38] and district administration officials also participated in the ceremony. Apna Khet, Apna
[00:18:42] Rozgar is not just a land distribution project, but an important effort
[00:18:45] to empower poor families, increase agricultural production, and strengthen
[00:18:49] the rural economy. Abdullah Daha, PTV
[00:18:53] News Lodhran.
[00:18:56] Under the flagship program of Chief Minister Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, "Apna Khet Apna Rozgar",
[00:19:00] allotment letters of government agricultural land were distributed to 84 fortunate landless farmers
[00:19:03] in Pakpattan district. Madam.
[00:19:37] She has provided a very good platform for our poor.
[00:19:41] Addressing the ceremony, the speakers said
[00:19:44] that successful applicants were given three to five
[00:19:48] acres of government agricultural
[00:19:51] on a lease of only one hundred rupees per acre per year.
[00:19:54] While the government of Punjab is also providing farmers
[00:19:58] with financial assistance of 50,000 rupees per acre for land preparation.
[00:20:01] The Department of Agriculture is engaged in modern farming and
[00:20:05] those who thought
[00:20:15] that landless people should be given land.
[00:20:19] Abbas Ali Arfi, Pakistan Television News,
[00:20:23] District Pakpattan. The restoration work
[00:20:26] of the 350-year-old historic Nila Gumbad in Lahore
[00:20:30] is rapidly underway. In this regard, watch Waseem Sajjad's report
[00:20:34] from Lahore. If we talk about the historical and cultural sites
[00:20:37] of Lahore, then the Nila Gumbad located next to Anarkali Bazaar
[00:20:41] must be mentioned. Here is the tomb of the Sufi saint
[00:20:45] Sheikh Abdul Razzaq Makki from the Mughal era. His devotees built
[00:20:49] a solid dome here, and next to the tomb, they also built
[00:20:52] a beautiful garden and a large mosque. This mosque is called Masjid Nila
[00:20:56] Gumbad because of the blue dome of the tomb. While Nila Gumbad
[00:21:00] suffered the ravages of time, its beauty was also marred
[00:21:03] by encroachments, illegal parking, and chaotic traffic around it.
[00:21:07] When Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif took up
[00:21:10] the task of restoring the historical beauty of Lahore, the restoration of Nila Gumbad
[00:21:14] was also included in the top priorities. This time the government
[00:21:17] focused entirely on letting us.
[00:22:50] 39 Multan, 42
[00:22:51] Karachi.
[00:22:55] 34 degrees Celsius was recorded in Karachi.
[00:30:11] Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif will visit Saudi Arabia from today
[00:30:15] till August 8. The Prime Minister will meet Saudi Crown Prince
[00:30:19] Muhammad bin Salman. Bilateral relations, matters of mutual interest, and areas
[00:30:23] of cooperation will be discussed. A high-level delegation will also
[00:30:26] accompany the Prime Minister, said
[00:30:28] a spokesman for the Foreign Office.