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Business Recorder
28-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Vice chief of naval staff confers military awards upon Pakistan Navy personnel
Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ovais Ahmed Bilgrami on Monday conferred various military awards upon Pakistan Navy personnel, including Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Military), Tamgha-i-Imtiaz (Military), Tamgha-e-Basalat and Tamgha-e-Khidmat (Military). The vice chief of the naval staff graced the Pakistan Navy Investiture Ceremony (North) in Islamabad as the chief guest. On this occasion, Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Military) was awarded to Commodore Syed Muhammad Abbas Naqvi, Commodore Aamer Rasheed Malik, Commodore Kashif Elahi, Commodore Muhammad Afsar Khan, Commodore Rao Ahmed Imran Anwar, Commodore Dr Anwar Hussain, Commodore Shahid Ahmed, Commodore Raja Muhammad Nasir, Commodore Jawad Haider Khawaja, Commodore Muhammad Zahid Zaheer, Captain Jawad Malik PN and Captain Atif Aman Chughtai PN, the Director General Public Relations (DGPR) – Navy said. Whereas, the recipients of Tamgha-i-Imtiaz (Military) were Captain Hasan Ali Chauhan PN, Commander Zahid Mahmood Javed PN, Commander M Fahad Farooq PN, Commander Tahir Jabran Khan PN, Commander Aqeel Iftikhar PN, Commander Muhammad Tariq Rehman PN, Commander Abdullah PN, Commander Nadia Zulfiqar PN, Commander Umair Hafeez PN, Commander Asghar Ali PN, Lt Commander Nazish Javid PN, Lt Commander Muhammad Naeem PN, Lt Commander Shah Nawaz Abbasi PN, Lt Commander Talha Naveed PN, Lt Commander Muhammad Ali Shah PN and Lt Commander Mohsin Rashid PN. The recipients of Tamgha-e-Basalat were Lt Commander Imran Haider PN and Lt Commander Badruddin Khilji PN. Six awards of Tamgha-e-Khidmat (Military)-I, four awards of Tamgha-e-Khidmat (Military)-II and 15 awards of Tamgha-e-Khidmat (Military)-III were also conferred upon chief petty officers (CPOs) and sailors of Pakistan Navy, whereas letters of commendation from chief of the naval staff were awarded to 30 officers, CPOs/ sailors and navy civilians. The ceremony was attended by a large number of senior, serving and retired officers of Pakistan Navy.


Business Recorder
12-07-2025
- General
- Business Recorder
Military Awards conferred upon PN personnel
KARACHI: Pakistan Navy Investiture Ceremony 2025 was held at Bahria Auditorium, Karachi. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf graced the ceremony as Chief Guest and conferred various military awards upon naval personnel. The recipients of Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Military) were Cdre Rashid Mahmood Sheikh, Cdre Tasawar Iqbal, Cdre Aamir Iqbal, Cdre Rashid Nazir, Cdre Zeeshan Shahid, Cdre Dr. Nadeem Kureshi, Cdre Dr. Tariq Mairaj Rasool Khan, Cdre Dr. Attaullah, Cdre Muhammad Umair, Cdre Shahid Wasif, Cdre Saqib Habib, Cdre Faisal Iqbal Qazi and Capt Syed Atif Hussain Bukhari PN. The recipients of Tamgha-i-Imtiaz (Military) were Capt Naveed Ahmed PN, Cdr Imran Raza PN, Cdr Babar Ibne Saleem PN, Cdr Najeeb Ullah Khan Niazi PN, Cdr Rizwan Ullah PN, Surg Cdr Mohsin Raza Khan PN, Cdr Imtiaz Muhammad PN, Cdr Muhammad Anwer PN, Lt Cdr Syed Noman Masood PN, Lt Cdr Waleed Arif and Lt Cdr Muhammad Umar PN. The recipients of Tamgha-i-Basalat (Military) were Cdr Munawar Ahmed Bhatti PN, Cdr Naeem Ahmed Khan PN, Sadam Hussain PMT-I and Zain Ali PMT-II. 31 Awards of TK (M)-I, 53 awards of TK (M)-II and 99 awards of TK (M)-III were also conferred upon MCPOs, CPOs and Sailors of Pakistan Navy. Moreover, Letters of Commendation from Chief of the Naval Staff were awarded to 60 Officers, MCPOs/CPOs/Sailors and Navy Civilians. The ceremony was attended by a large number of senior, serving and retired officers of Pakistan Navy. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025


Business Recorder
18-06-2025
- Science
- Business Recorder
Civil awards conferred to scientists, engineers working under NCA
ISLAMABAD: In recognition of their outstanding contributions to national defence and scientific advancement, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) and deputy chairman of the Development Control Committee, conferred civil awards on behalf of the President of Pakistan to distinguished scientists and engineers working under the National Command Authority (NCA). The prestigious investiture ceremony was held at Chaklala Garrison, Rawalpindi, where a total of 47 officers were honoured for their meritorious services. The awards included 10 Sitara-i-Imtiaz, 21 President's Awards for Pride of Performance, and 16 Tamgha-i-Imtiaz. The ceremony underscored the vital role played by these professionals in strengthening Pakistan's strategic and technological capabilities. The acknowledgment by the state reflects the nation's deep appreciation for the scientific community's dedication to safeguarding national security and contributing to technological self-reliance. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025


Gulf Today
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Tirmizi lauds Qureshi's ‘Vanishing Points'
Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Pakistan's Envoy to the UAE, visited the exhibition 'Vanishing Points' by renowned Pakistani artist Imran Qureshi at Alserkal Avenue. The exhibition, curated by Nada Raza, Director of the Alserkal Arts Foundation, ran from April 13–20 and featured Qureshi's innovative works, including photography, video, paintings and a site-specific installation. During the tour, Ambassador Tirmizi received a detailed briefing from Curator Nada Raza on the conceptual depth and technical mastery of Qureshi's artworks. The Ambassador commended the artist's ability to capture Pakistan's cultural vibrancy, stating, 'Imran Qureshi's art vividly transforms Pakistan's day-to-day life into breathtaking visual narratives. 'Through his lens, the bustling streets, Sufi shrines, and architectural heritage come alive, arising a deep sense of connection. 'His depiction of a Sufi tomb with Qawwali resonating in the background is particularly mesmerising and emotionally powerful.' Ambassador Tirmizi emphasised the role of art as soft power in enhancing Pakistan's global image and fostering cross-cultural understanding. He highlighted the exceptional talent of Pakistani artists and called for greater international recognition of their contributions to contemporary art. Reaffirming the Embassy's commitment to promoting Pakistani culture, the Ambassador assured full support for future collaborations with institutions like Alserkal Avenue to showcase Pakistani artists in the UAE. 'We are eager to collaborate on platforms that amplify Pakistan's rich artistic heritage on the global stage,' he added. A recipient of Pakistan's Sitara-i-Imtiaz and France's Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, Imran Qureshi is a pioneering figure in contemporary miniature painting. His works are part of prestigious collections at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, among others.


Express Tribune
19-04-2025
- General
- Express Tribune
Pakistan hosts 8th International Army Team Spirit event in Kharian
Listen to article Pakistan Army hosted the 8th edition of the International Pakistan Army Team Spirit (PATS) Competition at Kharian Garrison, drawing participation from local and international military teams. The 60-hour-long, high-intensity military exercise focused on patrolling in semi-mountainous terrain and was designed to enhance combat skills, adaptability, and teamwork through a shared exchange of tactics and innovative techniques. Seven teams from the Pakistan Army, a team from the Pakistan Navy, and 15 teams from friendly countries took part in the competition. The exercise has evolved into a prestigious platform for military-to-military engagement and professional development. Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir attended the closing ceremony as the chief guest. He praised the participants for their exceptional professionalism, resilience, and commitment shown throughout the exercise. 'The Pakistan Army is proud of its values of character, courage, and competence. These traits have been consistently demonstrated in our fight against terrorism,' General Munir stated. Held in the rugged hills of Punjab, the competition underscored Pakistan's ongoing efforts to promote regional military cooperation and enhance operational preparedness in realistic conditions. Earlier, the COAS on Thursday said that the peace and liberty enjoyed in Pakistan today are the outcome of the sacrifices made by the country's armed forces. The army chief made these remarks during an investiture ceremony held at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). During the ceremony, General Asim Munir conferred military honours, including the Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Military) and Tamgha-i-Basalat, on officers and soldiers of the Pakistan Army.