The 18th International Urdu Conference kicked off in Karachi, marking a significant event in the city’s cultural calendar. The conference, hosted by the Arts Council of Karachi, began with the recitation of the Quran and the national anthem. The inaugural ceremony featured a special presentation on the conference, which was attended by students and members of the public. The event also celebrated the birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Christmas.
In his address, the President of the Arts Council, Muhammad Ahmed Shah, emphasized the importance of the conference, which has been aptly named “Jashn-e-Pakistan” (Festival of Pakistan). He highlighted the sacrifices of Pakistan’s founding fathers and the role of the arts in promoting national unity.
The conference has attracted delegates from around the world, and the event has been supported by Geo and Jang Group as media partners. The conference will continue for four days, featuring a range of cultural, literary, and artistic events.
Meanwhile, the Regional Police Officer (RPO) revealed that the recent drone attack in the region was carried out by terrorist groups, which targeted civilians. The RPO also stated that the government is taking steps to address the situation.
In other news, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced that it will participate in the government’s talks, led by Minister for Interior Rana Sanaullah. The PTI has also called for an emergency meeting of the party’s central executive committee to discuss the situation.
The Prime Minister of Azad Kashmir, Sardar Abdul Qayyum Niazi, has announced a public holiday on December 27. The special committee, headed by Provincial Minister for Law Aftab Alam, will oversee the talks.
A joint operation was conducted by security forces in the Kohlu district of Balochistan, following a tip-off about the presence of Indian proxy agents. However, no casualties were reported.
A spokesperson for the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Coastal Development revealed that two dead dolphins were found on the western coast of Gawadar.
The High Commission of Pakistan has expressed its concern over the recent protests outside the Pakistani consulate in Bradford, UK. The Commission has stated that the relevant material will be investigated by the British police, and if any evidence of law-breaking is found, a criminal investigation will be initiated.
In a separate development, the Israeli Prime Minister, Naftali Bennett, has announced that Israel has officially recognized Somalia as an independent and sovereign state.
