Monday, August 31, 2009

The Highway code of Ramzan Kareem

Assalam-o-Alaikum All,

Once Moosa (AS) asked Allah Ta'ala: O Allah ! You have granted me the honor and privilege of talking to you directly, Have you given this privilege to any other person? Allah Ta'ala replied, O!! Moosa during the last period I am going to send an ummat, who will be the Ummat of Mohammed (SAW) with dry lips, parched tongues, emaciated body with eyes sunken deep into their sockets, with livers dry and stomachs suffering the pangs of hunger- will call out to me (in dua) they will be much much closer to me than you O Moosa! while you speak to me there are 70000 veils between you and me but at the time of iftaar there will not be a single veil between me and the fasting Ummati of Mohammed (SAW) O!! Moosa I have taken upon myself the responsibility that at the time of iftaar I will never refuse the dua of a fasting person!

Subhan Allah!!

Be Careful & Remember the Highway code of RAMZAN KAREEM


"May Peace Be With You today & Always"

The memory of the Princess of the hearts!



Diana, Princess of Wales, who left this world on August 31, 1997, is still alive in media and hearts of the people. Much has been written and said and will continue to be said, about the tragic and sad life of a beautiful person.

12-year-ago, on August 31, 1997, she died after a car carrying her crashed. More than a decade has passed, like every year prayers and concerts will be organized in the memory of the Princess of the hearts!

The bold and the beautiful Princess had faced many hardships in her personal life but she was strong enough in making a mark for herself. She was known for her charitable work and social cause, her independent nature, courage to take a bold stand, and fight the blow of fate which had dealt her ruthlessly.

Diana's earliest memories, a daughter from the broken family The Spencer. A shy kindergarten teacher, a warm person, who adored children, was always ready to stand for any noble cause. A shy-sophisticated nineteen year old was suddenly pushed into focus, a position she was destined to occupy for the rest of her life, whether she liked it or not.

There was something incredibly magnetic about the Princess specially her breathtaking beauty. She was not merely photogenic. In fact, she was stunningly beautiful. She conducted herself with rare dignity and poise. The tragic and fatal end of Princess by the Paparazzi 'buzzing insects' called by Federico Fellini the Italian film maker.

Undoubtedly, her sudden demise brought a shocking end to the pace of a long run an overdue debate which might never end.

Diana, Princess of Wales, has died after a car crash in Paris. She was taken to hospital in the early hours of Sunday morning where surgeons tried for two hours to save her life but she died at 0300 BST. In a statement Buckingham Palace said the Queen and the Prince of Wales were "deeply shocked and distressed".

More than a decade after her death Diana the Princess of Wales, remains as fascinating today as when she was the most photographed women in the world.





Saturday, August 29, 2009

Iftar: إفطار‎

Iftar: إفطار‎ Refers to the evening meal when Muslims break their fast during the Islamic month of Ramadan. Iftar is one of the religious observances of Ramadan & is often done as a community, with Muslims gathering to break their fast together. Iftar is done right after Maghrib (sunset) time. Traditionally, a date is the first thing to be consumed during iftar.

Pakistanis observe religious and cultural events passionately, and so accordingly, in Pakistan almost everybody stops to rejoice for a few minutes following the iftar sirens and azan (adhan, call to prayer). Preparations for iftar commence about 3 hours before, in homes and at roadside stalls. The fast can be broken by eating dates or drinking water, if the former is not available. As a meal in Pakistan, iftar is usually heavy, comprising mainly of sweet and savoury treats such as jalebi, samosas, pakoras and namak para, besides the staple dates and water. Rooh Afza, a sweet syrup-based drink, is also considered an integral part of the iftar in Pakistan, Other items such as chicken rolls, spring rolls, Shami Kebabs, and fruit salads are also very common. The iftar is often, but not necessarily, followed up by a regular dinner later during the night.

Here i want to share some photograph of preparations for iftar

Jalabi (Sweet dish)

Dates

Samosa (Potato triangle)

Egg Pokara

Mix vegetable Pokara

Preparation of Jalabee

Preparation of Jalabee

fruit Stall

Stall holder selling food item

A Special person selling Fruit


Rooh Afza with Milk & Water

Invocation at Iftar (Breaking of fast on Sunset)

Muaz bin Zahrah reported that when the Prophet broke fast, he used to say: O Allah! for Thee I fasted, and over Thy provision I broke It." Abu Dawud (Mishkat)

Therefore, muslims break their fasts with the following invocation

O Allah! I have fasted for You, and I have relied on Your provision
and I have broken fast by Your mercy, O Merciful"

Ramadan Mubarak Pictures, Images and Photos

Friday, August 28, 2009

Father of the Pakistan’s nuclear programme Free to Enjoy Life


The Lahore High Court on Friday removed all restrictions on the movement of the father of the country’s nuclear programme Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan and allowed him to go anywhere he wants.

The LHC issued orders a day after Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan moved a petition challenging his official protocol, terming it a hindrance.

In February this year the Islamabad High Court had declared Dr. Khan as a free citizen of Pakistan and said that he is free to go anywhere in Pakistan.

But defence lawyer SM Zafar told the court the government’s official protocol restricted Khan’s freedom of movement and he felt like a prisoner.

The lawyer had requested the court to direct the government to withdraw Dr Khan’s protocol.

The LHC lifted the ‘official protocol’ and also issued contempt notice to the government as to why restrictions had been slapped on Dr Khan despite previous decision by the Islamabad High Court.

“It is a good decision,” Dr Khan told reporters at his heavily-guarded house in Islamabad.

Dr Khan, hero in Pakistan, was put under house arrest in 2004, after he was forced to appear in state television to confess tat he had been involved in a clandestine international network of nuclear weapons technology proliferation from Pakistan.

Khan says that former President Pervez Musharraf forced him to make statement and that he has never involved in illegal transfer of nuclear technology.

“I do not need their official protocol. I want to go freely,” Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan said. He aid he wants to go to Karachi to enquire about the health of his sick brother.

He said that restrictions on movement have badly affected his social life. “I was living as prisoner under the official protocol,” the nuclear scientist said.


Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Hazrat Data Ganj bakhsh R.A











Data Durbar is the tomb of Hazrat Syed Abul Hassan Bin Usman Bin Ali Al-Hajweri, the famous Sufi saint, where hundreds of thousands of people come each year to pay their respects and to say their prayers. It is located in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.

The large complex also includes Jamia Hajveria, or Hajveri Mosque. Abul Hassan Ali Ibn Usman al-Jullabi al-Hajvery al-Ghaznawi or Abul Hassan Ali Hajvery‎ also known as Data Ganj Bakhsh (Persian/Urdu: داتا گنج بخش ) or Data Sahib, was a Persian Sufi and scholar during the 11th century. He significantly contributed to the spreading of Islam in South Asia.He was born in Ghazna (in present day Afghanistan) in the beginning of Ghaznavids period (around 990) and died in Lahore (in present day Punjab, Pakistan) in 1077 CE. His most famous work is The Kashf Al Mahjub Unveiling the Veiled written in Persian language.The work debates Sufi doctrines of the past Hujwiri belonged to the Junaidia school of Sufism. These sufis followed Junaid Baghdadi of Baghdad. Hajwiri is also viewed as an important intercessor for many Sufis. read more






Exclusive Photograph of Ahmed Faraz first death Anniversary

Hamein to mohabat ke leye bhe zindagi kam lagi Faraz
Magar log yahan nafraton ke lea bhe waqt nikal lete hein..

Ahmed Faraz sometimes reminds me of his romantic poetry when he says, Sona ha log ose aankh bher ke dekhte hein… and as I continue remember him, I found his words fill my mind with decency in poetry.

Sochta hun kabi tere dil mein utaar ker dekh lon faraz
Kon basa ha tere dil mein jo moje basne nahi deta…

Silsile tor gaya woh sabhi jate jate ……

Exclusive Photograph of Ahmed Faraz first death Anniversary

Khatam -e-Quran & Dua (Pray for his soul)

People from all walks of life

Mr. Sheble Faraz ( Son of Ahmed Faraz) sharing memories with Tv reporter

Photograph by : Farrukh Siddiqui

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Tribute to the Legend Ahmed Faraz

Ahmed Faraz ~~احمد فراز~~
January 14, 1931 - August 25, 2008)

I too was a poet once....

I too was a poet once O life of my words, but I cannot remember
Since I have forgotten you the love of my art too, I cannot remember

Yesterday during a coversation with my heart I learnt
that any forelock, lips, any mouth, I cannot rememeber

In the city of intellect insanity is quiet as if
the very spontainety the rabid fluidity of his speech, he cannot rememebr

Firstly I was not familiar with the mannerisms required for ruins
Now the ways and traditions of the residents of gardens, I cannot remember

Everyone asks for the shop selling arrows and quiver
but his own body, any customer cannot remember

Time has brought me to such a desert of forgetfulness
Now your name even, may I perish, I cannot remember

Is this not enough that in the state of being without country
the abandonment of my fellow countrymen I cannot remember


Ab Us K Shaher May Thahray K Koooch Ker Ja'ein,
Faraz Aaoo Sitaray Safer K Dekhtay Hain


The lovers of poetry knows how much he mean to them, He has given a new soul to the urdu poetry and he is always alive in the hearts of his fans.May the soul of the legend poet rest in peace. Amin






ahmed faraz Pictures, Images and Photos

Saturday, August 22, 2009

Ramdan: "It is Allah's Own month."

The holy month of Ramadan enjoys a special importance in the Islamic calendar. As the Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) said: "It is Allah's Own month." It is the chief of all months and the most glorious one. As we already know, 'Fasting' is one of the important pillars of Islam and it is the very month of Ramadan during which fasting has been made obligatory for all adults and sane Muslims. By fasting during Ramadan, a Muslim besides discharging an obligation imposed upon him by Allah (SWT), becomes entitled to great reward in the Hereafter. On the other hand, any lapse in the matter amounts to a great sin. Fasting is an article of worship, the knowledge about the performance or otherwise whereof rests only with Allah (SWT) and the person concerned. Hence, it is Allah alone who will reward that person for it, on the Day of Judgment.

The blessings of Ramadan are not limited to fasting alone, because the performance of all sorts of worship and good deeds during this month is also a source of great Divine favor. The revelation of the Holy Qur'an commenced during this very month and it is therefore the duty of every Muslim to read and try to understand the meaning of the Holy Qur'an and thereby gain an insight into the Divine secrets enshrined therein. It brings peace and illumination to the mind and imparts purity to the soul.

Ramadan is the month of fasting, intensive prayer, sacrifice and Divine worship. Throughout this month a devout Muslim fasts during the day in the true sense of the word, that is, he had merely denies himself food and water, but as explained by the Holy Prophet (S.A.W.), exercises strict control over his tongue, eyes, ears, thoughts and deeds and does everything possible to seek the pleasure of Allah (SWT).

Devout supplications to Allah (SWT) and repentance of one's sins during Ramadan are the sources of Divine blessings and mercy. Some nights, among the last ten nights of Ramadan, are called the 'Nights of Glory' (Laylatul Qadr). These are the 19th, 21st, and 23rd nights. Muslims keep awake during these nights and offer special prayers. Even among these nights, the 23rd enjoys excellence over all the others. It is accompanied by great blessings, and he usually grants the supplications made to Allah (SWT) during this night.

The holy month of Ramadan, besides being the month of worship and Divine blessings, carries a historical importance as well. As already mentioned above, the revelations of the Holy Qur'an commenced in this month. The epoch-making 'Battle of Badr' and the 'Conquest of Mecca' also took place during the holy month of Ramadan.

"Ramadan", according to some traditions is one of Allah's names. This is why we can not say Ramadan without making it clear that we are talking about the month, and therefore we should always say the month of Ramadan. The Commander of the faithful Ali ibn Abi Taleb (A.S.) said: Do not say Ramadan, but say the month of Ramadan. For you do not know what Ramadan is. This same meaning was referred to by the Holy Prophet (S.A.W.) in his speech during Shaaban: The month of Allah coming ....






Thursday, August 20, 2009

National Hero Rashid Minhas Shaheed 38th death anniversary observed

Rashid Minhas
17 February 195120 August 1971
File:Pilot Officer Rashid Minhas.jpg
Place of birth Karachi, Sindh
Place of death Sindh
Allegiance Pakistan
Years of service 1971
Rank Pilot Officer
Unit Pakistan Air Force
Commands held PAF strike Command
Awards Nishan-e-Haider (197

Early Life

Rashid Minhas belongs to famous Minhas clan of Rajput. He was born in Karachi. From an early age, Minhas was fascinated about the aviation history and technology. He had collected different models of aircraft and jets. He studied from Saint Patrick's High School, Karachi. He attended Karachi University where he studied military history and Aviation history.

Fighting against Hijacking

It was Friday, the 20th of August, 1971. Three pilot officers were to take their T-33 planes on test flights as part of their training at the P.A.F. Masroor Base near Karachi. This was a complete exercise; the instructor was not going to sit in the rear cockpit of the plane as a back up pilot.

The T-33 "T-Bird" plane is a "fighter trainer" aircraft. It has two cockpits, and both the cockpits have control over the plane. The instructor uses the controls in the rear cockpit to correct the mistakes of the trainee in case there are any. The pilots of the three airplanes which were to complete their test flight on August 20th were in a training phase which required a solo flight with the T-33.

By 11:25 a.m., two of the planes had already taken off. At 11:26 a.m., the 20 year old pilot of the third plane, Rashid Minhas, received clearance from the control tower to take off.

While he was moving the plane in a position for take off, a certain figure signalled him for danger from the side of the tarmac. It was Safety Flight Officer Muti-ur-Rehman, one of the best pilot instructors at that P.A.F. base. The danger signal was used primarily to identify a technical problem with the aircraft, hence Rashid stopped his plane. He opened the cockpit and stood up to ask about the obstruction. Due to the noise created by the planes, it is common norm for one to come close to the other and talk; things cannot be shouted across a length of 8-10 feet. Rashid allowed the instructor to come close to him, and while he was preparing to ask him about the possible technical difficulty, the instructor got hold of him and succeeded in rendering him partially unconscious using a chloroform sprayed handkerchief.

Once Rashid was down, the instructor called a couple of his partners and said, "I am going to Jodhpur (India). You pick up my family and go to the Indian High Commission at Karachi. Take refuge there".

The instructor's selection of Rashid was perhaps not just by chance. He perhaps narrowed down on the options by first selecting the group of pilots who had lesser knowledge/ experience with flying (the Pilot Officers) and then, from those pilots, selected the one pilot who appeared to be physically the weakest. Himself a well built man, and a brilliant pilot, I would have to say that his plan was accurate, and under the circumstances the odds were much in favor of Muti-ur-Rehman.

At 11:28:29 a.m., as Muti-ur-Rehman ignited the plane and prepared to take off, the semi conscious Rashid Minhas contacted the control tower and told them that he is being kidnapped. He told them that they should stop the partners of Muti-ur-Rehman from getting to the Indian High Commission. 2 minutes later, the control tower replied by telling him that he should try and stop the plane from being skyjacked.

The plane took off at 11:31, 40 seconds after the control tower had given the orders to Minhas.

Despite the fact that the Instructor was armed, the drugged Minhas tried to fight with him. The effort however was in vain. Muti-ur-Rehman was too powerful for him.

At 11:33:26,a.m., communication with the control tower was broken. The 20 year old under training Pilot Officer was henceforth on his own in dealing with a physically more powerful, armed antagonist, who was far superior to Minhas in aircraft flying as well. His last standing orders were to stop the plane from being skyjacked.

The P.A.F. base sent out some planes to look for the skyjacked T-33A. The P.A.F radars were also in full operation trying to look for the exact coordinates of the plane. They tried for three hours, but could not find it. How was it possible that a plane which has been hijacked 10 or 20 minutes ago could not be detected on the radar?

The enemy had tricked the P.A.F. He was flying at 30 to 40 feet above the ground, which is an exceptional feat by itself. The P.A.F. planes trying to find the T-33A were thousands of feet in the air, their radars could not pick the skyjacked T-33A; it was too low.

Bravery is embodied in standing up to a difficult task, in not giving in and persisting with what you believe in and what your duty is. Minhas didn't eject, he didn't come to any financial understanding with Muti-ur-Rehman and neither did he stand down in face of a gun or the physical superiority of his foe. He kept trying to take the plane higher, left or right, but Muti-ur-Rehman had the Instructor controls, and he would bring it back to the original situation after a slight reaction time.

His mission being to stop the plane from being skyjacked, Minhas had run out of all other options but one.

The T-33A is about 34 to 35 feet in length. It was flying around 30 to 40 feet above the ground. Minhas finally turned the direction of the plane towards the earth. Muti-ur-Rehman must have tried to override this action by Minhas but the reaction time was much longer than it took for the tip of the plane to hit the ground.

The plane crashed in the ground and blew up. Both the 20-year-old and his former instructor died immediately.

Legacy

Minhas was posthumously awarded Pakistan's top military honour, the Nishan-E-Haider, and became the youngest man and the only member of the Pakistan Air Force to win the award. He also became a national hero. The Pakistan Air Force base at Kamra has been renamed in his honour. In Karachi he was honored by naming main street, Rashid Minhas Road (Urdu: شاہراہ راشد منہاس ), after him. He is one of the most prominent and honored Pilot in Pakistan. He has been honored by the Pakistani Media and numerous documentary dramas and films have been made upon on him.

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Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Ghakkar Forts: Rawat and Pharwala

The Ghakkar's once ruled the area around Rawalpindi, the Potwar Plateau, and were local allies of the Mughals.The Ghakkar Qila or Fort at village Rawat (or Riwat) is on the GT Road a few miles east of Rawalpindi. What remains of the Fort now is the entrance gate and ruins of the surrounding walls as well as a mosque and a tomb.

Rawat: Tomb
Rawat: Main entrance

Pharwala: Begum Gate

Pharwala: Hathi (Elephant) Gate

Pharwala: Detail, Hathi Gate

Rawat: Mosque

The second Ghakkar fort is at village Pharwala, near Kahuta, and is only approachable by over an hours walk. What remains are three gates, parts of the enclosing wall, and, nearby, a mosque and tomb.

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Saturday, August 15, 2009

Pakistani Children Celebrates Independence Day

Children's Participation in
Pakistan Independence Day Celebrations






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Remembering Rashid Minhas Shaheed on his 52nd martyrdom anniversary.

On this day at Goth Ahmed Shah, Sujawal on 20 August 1971, We remember and honor the sacrifice of pilot officer Rashid Minhas, A true hero w...