Mian Iftikhar Ahmad, Author at Pakistan Chronicle

National Textile University Observes Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir 2026

August 6, 2026 Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

National Textile University Observes Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir with Patriotic Zeal Solidarity Walk Held to Support the Kashmiri People; Commitment to Peace, Justice and the Right to Self-Determination Reaffirmed FAISALABAD (Mian Iftikhar Ahmad): National Textile University (NTU) observed Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir with great patriotic spirit and enthusiasm. A special solidarity walk was organized to express unwavering support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and to reaffirm the university’s commitment to peace, justice, human dignity and the right to self-determination. The solidarity walk was led by Vice Chancellor/Rector Prof. Dr. Rashid…

BISE Faisalabad Announces Matric 2026 Position Holders

August 6, 2026 Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

BISE Faisalabad Announced Matric Examination 2026 Position Holders FAISALABAD, Aug. 6: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Faisalabad on Thursday announced the position holders of the Matric (SSC Part-I) First Annual Examination 2026 during a press conference held at the Board’s headquarters. Chairman BISE Faisalabad, Professor Dr. Rana Binyamin, congratulated the successful students, their parents and teachers, and wished them continued success in their academic careers. In the Science Group (Girls), Amna Salahuddin of The City Grammar School (Girls Wing), New Civil Lines, Faisalabad, topped the board by…

Surah An-Naml: From the Language of an Ant to the Secrets of the Universe

August 5, 2026 Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Surah An-Naml: From the Language of an Ant to the Secrets of the Universe By Mian Iftikhar Ahmad Surah An-Naml begins with the disjointed letters Ta-Sin, and these letters signify that the Quran is a text that flows in its own linguistic rhythm, urging the reader to move beyond superficial reading toward deep contemplation. The central figure of this surah is Prophet Sulaiman, peace be upon him, who was granted not only prophethood but also kingship and the extraordinary ability to understand the language of other creatures. This ability…

Could Upcoming Decisions Change Pakistan’s Map

August 4, 2026 Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Could Upcoming Decisions Change Pakistan’s Map? By Mian Iftikhar Ahmed When the state begins to change itself, the seasons of politics shift. Sometimes in the history of nations, moments arrive when news falls silent but signals begin to speak, when silences become more important than official statements, when politicians say one thing but the state is moving in another direction, when whispers in the corridors of power reach the public in the form of rumors, and then the entire country starts asking one question: what is really happening behind the…

Pakistan–US Interfaith Harmony Strengthened Through Meeting Between Rev. Shahid M. Paul and Minister Ryan Dotson

July 31, 2026 Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Pakistan–US Cooperation for Interfaith Harmony and Peace Strengthened Through Constructive Dialogue Minister Ryan Dotson and Rev. Shahid M. Paul reaffirm their commitment to promoting peace, religious harmony, national unity, and stronger relations between Pakistan and the United States. Faisalabad (Mian Iftikhar Ahmad) : A cordial and productive meeting was held between Rev. Shahid M. Paul and Minister Ryan Dotson, a Kentucky State Representative and respected public servant with more than 33 years of experience in community leadership and public service. The meeting focused on matters of mutual interest, including Pakistan–United…

Surah Ar-Ra’d: Scientific Insights into Lightning, Thunder, Clouds, Rain and Electricity

July 29, 2026 Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Surah Ar-Ra’d: Electricity and Meteoric Energy, Formation of Clouds, Lightning, Thunder, Rain and Scientific Aspects In Surah Ar-Ra’d, Allah Almighty highlights the phenomena of lightning, thunder, clouds, and rain and clarifies that these phenomena are signs of Allah’s power and the systematic order of the universe. The Quran mentions that Allah is the one who produces lightning, which brings both fear and hope. This verse points towards the connection between human perception and natural phenomena. Modern environmental science and meteorology explain the principles of lightning, thunder, clouds, storms, and rain.…

Rev. Shahid M. Paul Meets U.S. Congressman Greg Stanton, Discusses Religious Freedom and Pakistan–U.S. Relations

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026 Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

# Rev. Shahid M. Paul Meets U.S. Congressman Greg Stanton During Official Visit to America ## Discussions focus on religious freedom, interfaith harmony, community engagement, and strengthening Pakistan–U.S. relations FAISALABAD (Mian Iftikhar Ahmad): Rev. Shahid M. Paul is currently on an important visit to the United States, where he is actively engaging with religious, social, and political leaders to promote interfaith harmony, religious freedom, mutual cooperation, and stronger people-to-people ties between Pakistan and the United States. During his visit, he has been participating in a series of meetings, conferences, and…

Flood-Damaged Railway Bridge Suspends Train Operations Between Lahore and Faisalabad

July 27, 2026 Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Railway Bridge Near Qila Sheikhupura Damaged by Floodwaters, Train Operations Between Lahore and Faisalabad Suspended Badr and Ghori Express Cancelled, Routes of Shalimar, Karakoram and Mianwali Express Changed; Passengers Advised to Check Latest Train Schedule Before Traveling FAISALABAD (Mian Iftikhar Ahmad): Train operations between Lahore and Faisalabad have been temporarily suspended after a railway bridge located between Qila Sheikhupura and Masan Kallar was damaged due to severe flooding and unusually heavy rainfall. To ensure the safety of passengers and maintain secure railway operations, Pakistan Railways has introduced immediate contingency measures,…

Faisalabad Expo 2026 Hailed as Historic Bridge Connecting Small Traders to Global Markets

July 27, 2026 Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Faisalabad Expo 2026 Hailed as Historic Bridge Connecting Small Traders to Global Markets. Dr. Rashid Masood LAHORE (Mian Iftikhar Ahmad) : The Faisalabad Expo 2026, organized by the Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FCCI), has been hailed as not only a historic initiative but also a milestone for national development. The three-day exhibition, underway at the Expo Centre in Lahore since July 24to 26,2026, brings together leading manufacturers, exporters, investors, and business personalities to showcase Faisalabad’s industrial potential, high-quality products, and export strength. At the invitation of FCCI, Prof.…

Petroleum Dark Network: Billions Lost Between Storage and Sale Fuel Tax Evasion in Pakistan

July 26, 2026 Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Petroleum Dark Network: The Disappearing Billions between Storage and Sale and Its Impact on the Public Pakistan’s petroleum sector is caught in a severe systemic crisis rooted in the absence of any effective mechanism to record the difference between storage at petrol pumps and actual sale through dispensing nozzles, this gap has not only become the single largest source of tax evasion but also provides petroleum dealers with a tool to blackmail both the government and the public, joint investigations by the Federal Investigation Agency and the Oil and Gas…