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The Jeddah Friends Group organized a grand dinner in Taif to honor the distinguished social personality Chaudhry Allah Ditta Warraich. The event was graciously hosted by senior member Shoaib Gondal and drew a large gathering of group members, political figures, and respected community leaders. Among the distinguished guests were Ch. Azhar Abbas Warraich (former Advisor to the Chief Minister of Punjab), Rashid Butt (former Provincial Assembly candidate), Sahib Ranjha, Haji Irfan, Waseq Warraich, as well as Ch. Zahid Gujar, Malik Umar Farooq, Mian Tariq, Ch. Mustafa Gujar, Ch. Noorul Hassan Gujar, Kashif Shehzad, Ejaz Ahmed, Muhammad Abid, Umar Gujar, Nasrullah…
Elite Forum hosted vibrant Saudi National Day celebrations simultaneously in Riyadh and Al-Khobar, drawing large numbers of enthusiastic participants from both cities. The events served as a shining example of national unity, cultural integration, and community togetherness. Riyadh Celebration The Riyadh event was hosted by Engineer Javeria Asad, Founder of Elite Forum, accompanied by team members Nabiha Anwar and Nabiha Asad. In her address, Javeria Asad highlighted the forum’s vision and mission, noting that since 2013, Elite Forum has been dedicated to promoting the social, educational, business, and professional development of the community. Prominent religious scholar Ms. Faiza Umar delivered…
Riyadh, 28 September 2025 – Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Ministry of Culture today announced the agenda for the inaugural Cultural Investment Conference 2025, set to take place on 29–30 September at the King Fahd Cultural Center in Riyadh. The landmark event will gather more than 100 distinguished local and international speakers and over 1,500 participants, including policymakers, investors, and leaders from the worlds of culture and finance, to chart bold new pathways for culture as a catalyst of sustainable economic growth. The conference…
Jeddah – A prestigious ceremony was hosted by Zam Zam Two Night Hotel in honor of Pakistan’s renowned former all-rounder Abdul Razzaq, attended by a large number of cricket fans and community members. During the event, fans had the opportunity to meet Abdul Razzaq and receive autographs. Organizer Ali Irshad Peepo stated that Zam Zam Two Night Hotel has always provided the community with opportunities to meet prominent Pakistani personalities. He further announced that a new branch of Zam Zam Two Night Hotel and Gourmet Bakery will soon open in Makkah, clarifying that currently the hotel operates only one branch…
Makkah – A Royal Decree has announced the appointment of Imam of the Grand Mosque, Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Humaid, as the new Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, following the passing of former Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al Al-Sheikh. Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Humaid was born in 1949 in the Saudi city of Buraidah and memorized the Holy Qur’an at a young age. He earned a degree in Islamic Jurisprudence from Umm Al-Qura Islamic University in Makkah. He is among the nine Imams of the Grand Mosque and previously served as Speaker of the Saudi Shura Council from…
September 2025 – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – His Highness Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan Al Saud, Saudi Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Heritage Commission board of directors, announced the documentation of the oldest known human settlement on the Arabian Peninsula. The discovery was made at the “Masyoun” site northwest of Tabuk, through ongoing archaeological excavations carried out by the Saudi Heritage Commission in partnership with Kanazawa University of Japan. Dating to the Pre-Pottery Neolithic period, between 11,000 and 10,300 years before present, the settlement provides new insights into early human life in Arabia. Excavations revealed semi-circular stone…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – A grand event was held at SK Restaurant, Riyadh to celebrate Saudi Arabia’s National Day, featuring a cake-cutting ceremony and heartfelt greetings to the Saudi people and government. The event was organized by renowned businessman Muhammad Shaukat Hayat. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Hayat said: “Saudi Arabia is our second home and a source of pride. I have been residing here for the past three decades, and National Day reflects the Kingdom’s rich history and glorious heritage.” The celebration was attended by distinguished personalities including Haseeb Gondal, Kamran Ashraf, Rana Azim, Wasim Khan, Malik Ishtiaq Hera,…
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – A special dinner was organized in honor of Muhammad Sabir Tanoli, Central General Secretary of the Tanawal Hazara Welfare Association (THWA) Saudi Arabia, to celebrate his arrival in Jeddah. The event was arranged by the forum’s officials and zonal in-charges and was attended by a large number of leaders from the Association and the Hazara Wal Overseas Forum. The guest of honor was warmly welcomed by prominent figures including Jeddah Region President Azam Awan, Chief Organizer Ali Waris Khan, Chairman Hazara Wal Overseas Pakistanis Forum Chaudhry Dilpazeer, President Chaudhry Noorul Hassan Gujjar, Information Secretary Atif Khan…
A Historic Week for Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan Global Recognition for Technology Leader Shaukat Ali Khan Advisor to the President on ICT Services – Aga Khan University & Executive Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) – National Health Services (NHS), UK Last week marked a truly extraordinary chapter in the journey of Shaukat Ali Khan, a proud son of Gilgit Baltistan and Pakistan, whose exceptional leadership and global impact were celebrated across four prestigious international platforms—placing Pakistan firmly on the world stage for technology and innovation. World CIO 200 – Grand Finale, Egypt (15–17 September 2025) For the third consecutive…
On the special directives of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), in collaboration with Al-Khidmat Foundation, dispatched the fourth shipment of humanitarian and relief assistance under the current batch for the brotherly people of Gaza Strip through Egypt today. A special chartered aircraft from Pakistan carrying 100 tonnes of humanitarian and relief supplies landed at El-Arish International Airport, Egypt this afternoon. Officials from the Embassy of Pakistan, Cairo received the consignment and formally handed it over to the Egyptian Red Crescent Society for onward transportation to the residents of Gaza. The relief package includes flour…