Wednesday, February 12th, 2025
Shab-e-Barat: The Gateway to Spiritual Elevation
by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal Shab-e-Barat, the illustrious 14th night of Sha’ban, holds profound significance in Islamic tradition. This sacred night, enveloped in divine mercy and celestial blessings, is venerated as an occasion when destinies are inscribed, sins are effaced, and prayers ascend to the heavens. It is a night of spiritual rejuvenation, where believers immerse themselves in supplication, penitence, and profound introspection, seeking absolution and divine favor. The grandeur of Shab-e-Barat is subtly alluded to in the Holy Quran, particularly in Surah Ad-Dukhan (44:3-4), wherein Allah proclaims: “Indeed, We sentRead More
IMF chief meets PM Shehbaz; lauds Pakistan’s efforts to implement IMF program; assures support
ISLAMABAD, FEB 12 (DNA): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a meeting with Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva wherein both sides discussed Pakistan’s ongoing IMF program and the macroeconomic stability achieved through the government’s comprehensive reform agenda. The meeting held on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025 in Dubai, highlighted Pakistan’s commitment to implementing structural reforms and maintaining fiscal discipline, which had been instrumental in restoring economic stability and would be critical in driving sustainable growth, according to a PM Office pressRead More
Afghanistan team arrives for ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025
LAHORE, FEB 12 (DNA): The Afghanistan cricket team on Wednesday reached Lahore to participate in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan and UAE from February 19 to March 9. Led by Hashmatullah Shahidi, it is Afghanistan Men’s maiden participation in the eight-team ICC marquee event. The other teams include England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Bangladesh, India and hosts Pakistan. Afghanistan cricket team will play its first match of the CT25 against South Africa at National Cricket stadium, Karachi on February 21 while the other two matches willRead More