Author: Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Pakistani Catholic Bishops to Visit Vatican and Rome from May 11 to 16 Collective Meeting with Pope Leo XIV Scheduled for May 15, Discussions to Focus on Church Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Faisalabad: Bishop Dr. Indrias Rehmat of the Diocese of Faisalabad has said that members of the Pakistan Catholic Bishops’ Conference will pay an important visit to Rome and the Vatican from May 11 to 16, 2026, where they will also meet Pope Leo XIV. The “Ad Limina” visit is held every five years with the purpose of strengthening…

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World Press Freedom Day: Importance of Journalism, Truth and Democracy

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

World Press Freedom Day: A Reflection on Liberty, Responsibility, and Truth May 3 is observed every year as World Press Freedom Day to pay tribute to the services of journalists and to draw attention to the challenges they face. This day was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1993 following a recommendation by UNESCO, as the international community expressed its commitment to protecting and promoting press freedom. The purpose of this day is to raise public awareness about the importance of journalism, to promote free and responsible journalism,…

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Concern Raised Over Alleged False Drug Cases in Faisalabad Inquiry

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Lala Rubin Daniel and Pervez Iqbal Bhatti Meet Punjab Law Minister Rana Muhammad Iqbal Khan Through MPA Mian Tahir Jameel Faisalabad: Lala Rubin Daniel and Pervez Iqbal Bhatti, through Mian Tahir Jameel MPA, held an important meeting with Punjab Law Minister Rana Muhammad Iqbal Khan, during which concerns regarding alleged false drug cases in Faisalabad were discussed in detail. During the meeting, Mian Tahir Jameel MPA and Rana Sharyar Khan MPA briefed the Law Minister on the matter raised through a call attention notice regarding the registration of alleged fabricated…

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Pakistan Highlights Peace Diplomacy Role in US–Iran Tensions at Global Conference

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Senator Khalil Tahir Sandhu and Shahid Rehmat Stress Dialogue, Youth Engagement, and Interfaith Harmony as Keys to Lasting Peace Honolulu, United States: Pakistan’s growing diplomatic and peacebuilding role on the global stage was highlighted at an international conference titled “Religion and Human Flourishing: Building Pathways to Peaceful Societies in South Asia,” where Senator Khalil Tahir Sandhu and Shahid Rehmat, Executive Director of the Youth Development Foundation, represented the country as keynote speaker and panelist while addressing an audience of global policymakers, religious leaders, and scholars. Senator Khalil Tahir Sandhu emphasized…

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May Day and Workers’ Rights – The True Story of Labor Struggles

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

The Fragrance of Labor and the Truth of May Day Mian Iftikhar Ahmad May 1st, known as International Workers’ Day or Labour Day, is not merely a date in history but one of the greatest chapters in the story of humanity that honors labor and hard work, this day narrates the hopeful story of the struggles of workers around the world, their عظیم sacrifices, and the rights for which countless individuals laid down their precious lives, when we celebrate May Day, we are in fact paying tribute to a movement…

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The Silent Poison in Our Environment – A Wake-Up Call

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

The Silent Poison That Is Flowing Through Our Veins – A Wake-Up Call for a Dying World Today’s world is trapped in a race of so-called progress, and along this path we have created weapons that are not aimed at any external enemy but are slowly hollowing out our own existence. Artificial rains, the toxic overload of chemical fertilizers, and the indiscriminate spraying of pesticides – these are the hidden war crimes being committed against humanity without any declaration of battle. We are slowly and steadily transforming this beautiful earth…

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90 Girls Empowered in Faisalabad with Certificates and Livelihood Kits

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Empowerment of Underprivileged Girls: 90 Students Receive Certificates and Livelihood Kits in Faisalabad Six-Month Training Program Concludes with Distribution of Sewing Machines, Beautician Kits, and Scholarships Faisalabad:A prestigious certificate and distribution ceremony was held in Faisalabad under the auspices of Tanzeem Baraye Bedari Khawateen wa Dehi Taraqqi (Award Pakistan) upon the completion of a six-month training program aimed at empowering young girls from underprivileged backgrounds A total of 90 students who successfully completed courses in stitching, fashion designing, and beautician skills were awarded certificates along with essential equipment to help…

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Shafqatullah Mushtaq – A Symbol of Integrity, Knowledge and Leadership

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

A Beacon of Knowledge, Integrity, and Spiritual Grace — The Journey of Shafqatullah Mushtaq’s Personality   The land of Pir Mahal has long been a cradle of knowledge, literature, wisdom, and distinguished personalities. Among its shining figures is Shafqatullah Mushtaq, a multifaceted individual who has harmoniously blended knowledge, integrity, literary taste, and a spiritual temperament into his personality. He stands simultaneously as a dignified civil servant and a sensitive literary mind. My first introduction to him came through journalistic circles, but the depth of our relationship developed during a difficult…

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Desecration of Sacred Figures Raises Global Concerns Over Religious Respect

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Desecration of Sacred Figures of Abrahamic Faiths and the Test of Global Conscience The world has once again witnessed an incident that has not only hurt religious sensitivities but also shaken the global conscience. In southern Lebanon, an image surfaced showing a soldier smashing a statue of the crucified Jesus Christ. Subsequently, the Israel Defense Forces confirmed the authenticity of the image, terming the act inconsistent with its military values and announcing an investigation, while Israeli leadership, including Benjamin Netanyahu and Gideon Saar, condemned the act and expressed regret. On…

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