#Historic Kartarpur Corridor

[sardarjitravels]

Discover Amritsar: A 3-Night Journey Through Spiritual and Historic Marvels

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the heart of Punjab with our exclusive 3-night itinerary in Amritsar. Known for its rich heritage, spiritual significance, and lively culture, Amritsar offers a captivating blend of history and devotion. This trip will take you through some of India’s most revered spiritual sites, historic landmarks, and cultural ceremonies. Perfect for travellers seeking both inspiration and relaxation, this 3-night Amritsar itinerary is designed to let you experience the best of what this vibrant city has to offer.

Itinerary Overview

Starting Point: Amritsar

Ending Point: Amritsar

Accommodation: Fortune Heritage Walk

Nestled in the bustling city of Amritsar, Fortune Heritage Walk offers a comfortable stay with a touch of traditional charm. This well-known hotel is ideally located for easy access to major landmarks, giving you the perfect base to explore the city’s heritage.

Meals

Begin each day with a delicious breakfast, included in your package, which allows you to experience a variety of flavors to prepare you for a day of exploration.

Price Starts From: INR 14,999 per person

Note: Minimum 2 adults are required to book this trip.

Special Mention

In case of non-availability of Fortune Heritage Walk, guests will be provided with accommodation in a similar category hotel, ensuring a seamless travel experience.

Inclusions

3 Nights of Accommodation at a centrally-located hotel in Amritsar

Meals: Daily breakfast to start your day on a flavorful note

Meet & Assist on arrival and departure at the airport or railway station

All Transfers within Amritsar in an air-conditioned vehicle, making your journey comfortable and convenient

Sightseeing and Activities: As per the itinerary (without entrance fees)

Excursions and Highlights

Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh Start your Amritsar journey with a visit to the Golden Temple, the most revered site in Sikhism. Witness the grandeur of this holy shrine, with its golden architecture glistening against the water. Marvel at the temple’s serene ambiance, and feel the spiritual essence as you explore its surroundings. Just a short distance away, a visit to Jallianwala Bagh commemorates a pivotal moment in India’s history, honoring the lives lost in the freedom struggle of 1919.

Wagah Border Ceremony Experience the patriotic fervor at the Wagah Border, where India meets Pakistan. The evening ceremony, known as the Beating Retreat, is an event filled with energy and pride as soldiers from both nations lower their flags in a synchronized ritual. It’s a powerful reminder of the spirit of unity and the strength of traditions.

Full-Day Excursion to Kartarpur Sahib Visit the historic Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara, just across the Indian border in Pakistan, where Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, spent his final years. This sacred site is accessible via a special corridor that allows visitors to experience this holy place, subject to government approvals.

Excursion to Goindwal Sahib Conclude your journey with a visit to Goindwal Sahib, another revered Sikh pilgrimage site located on the banks of the Beas River. This gurdwara, with its serene and tranquil environment, allows visitors to reflect on the spiritual aspects of the Sikh faith.

Exclusions

Personal Expenses and services not specified in the itinerary

Early Check-In or Late Check-Out at the hotels

Tips or Gratuities for hotel staff and drivers

Seasonal Surcharge: Additional charges may apply for trips during Christmas, New Year, and special events

Why Choose This Journey?

This 3-night Amritsar trip is perfect for travelers seeking a blend of spirituality, history, and cultural insights. With visits to renowned sites like the Golden Temple, Wagah Border, Kartarpur Sahib, and more, you’ll gain a deep appreciation for Amritsar’s cultural and religious significance. Comfortable accommodations, convenient transfers, and insightful excursions ensure that you experience this dynamic city to the fullest.

📞 Contact: 600-3737-600 🌐 Website: www.sardarjitravels.org

Book today and prepare to uncover the marvels of Amritsar, where history, heritage, and harmony come alive in every corner.

[bhaskarlive]

Modi visits Gurudwara Dera Baba Nanak

On the way to inaugurate the historic Kartarpur Corridor, a first in seven decades between India and Pakistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid obeisance at the Gurudwara Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab.

Wearing a saffron turban, Modi also attended a program at Dera Baba Nanak.

He was accompanied by Urban Development Minister Hardeep Puri and Akali Dal President, Sukhbir Singh Badal.

[webodisha18]

Kartarpur Corridor To Be Inaugurated On Saturday, In Historic Indo-Pak Move Kartarpur (Pakistan): Arch-rivals India and Pakistan will throw open the Kartarpur Corridor on Saturday which will provide for Indian pilgrims to visit one of Sikhism’s holiest shrines in Pakistani town of Narowal without a visa, in a rare and landmark people-to-people initiative in the midst of their strained bilateral ties over Kashmir.

[islamabadscene]

Pakistan opens border and hearts for Sikh community at Kartarpur

Pakistan opens border and hearts for Sikh community at Kartarpur

Sikh community begins historic pilgrimage to Pakistan with the opening of Kartarpur

Prime Minister Imran Khan formally inaugurated the historic Kartarpur Corridor at a ceremony on Saturday, paving the way for the visa-free visit of Indian Sikh pilgrims to one of their holiest sites in Pakistan.

PM Imran Khan, covering his head as a mark of respect, began his speech by welcoming the Sikh…

[manindersinghuk]

Peter Virdee Foundation investment of up to £500 million for the Kartarpur corridor in Pakistan

The Sikh community in London along with the Peter Virdee Foundation has committed an investment of up to £500 million for the Kartarpur corridor in Pakistan in a meeting with Sayed Zulfiqar Bukhari, Chairman of the Pakistan Tourism Board and Special Assistant to Prime MinisterImran Khan, in London on June 10.

Sikh Federation press secretary Gurjeet Singh said the Sikhs based in the UK along with the Peter Virdee Foundation organised a meeting at a hotel in London on June 10to discuss religious tourism projects in Pakistan following the historic laying of foundation stones for the corridor on either side of the border in November 2018.

He also made a specific commitment on connectivity whereby high-standard free buses would connect all the main gurdwaras in Pakistan. “The Peter Virdee Foundation and other traders are prepared to inject £500 million.”

[dpr-lahore-division]

RAMESH KUMAR VANKWANI MNA CALLS ON CM PUNJAB

With the compliments of, The Directorate General Public Relations,

Government of the Punjab, Lahore Ph: 99201390.

No.2023/QU/Mujahid

HANDOUT (A)

LAHORE, Nov. 18:

Founder of Pakistan Hindu Council Ramesh Kumar Vankwani MNA called on Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar to discuss matters pertaining to the welfare of minority communities.

The CM announced to fill vacant posts for minorities under 5 per cent quota for them. For this purpose, necessary data from provincial government departments have been collected and the human rights & minorities affairs department has been directed to take early action in this regard. He regretted that the minority communities were disheartened due to the non-implementation of this job quota in the past. However, the PTI-led government has ensured 100 per cent implementation on this facility; he stated and pointed out that minorities’ cells have been established in 40 departments along with the nomination of focal persons. Additionally, minorities’ cells have also been established and focal persons have been nominated in 9 divisions, 36 districts and 144 tehsils in the province to ensure timely solutions to minorities’ related issues. This has been helping in the prompt solution of minorities problems at the grassroots, the CM repeated and added that Rs.2.5 billion were being spent on minority communities' welfare in 2021-22.

While giving the details of the Punjab government's efforts for the religious minorities, the CM added that a two per cent quota for students of minority communities in higher education would open the doors of higher education to such students. Meanwhile, the Hindu temple in the Bhong area of Rahim Yar Khan has been refurbished along with the approval of establishing an SDPO office in the area which would be functionalized soon, he continued.

The strong role of minority communities in national development cannot be ignored; he noted and pointed out that the constitution fully protects the fundamental rights of minorities. The minority communities enjoy the same rights and solid measures have been taken to ensure equal opportunities for them; he emphasised and concluded that these steps have helped the minorities to take an active part in the national development.

Ramesh Kumar appreciated the practical steps taken by the Punjab government for the welfare of the minorities and added that CM Usman Buzdar deserves appreciation for restoring the Hindu temple in Bhong. The HR & Minorities Affairs Department has implemented minorities' job quota and its performance is better than other provinces as the provincial government has taken a lead in the welfare of the minorities, he added.

** **

No.2024/QU/Mujahid

HANDOUT (A)

CM FELICITATES SIKHS ON THE 552nd BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF BABA GURU NANAK JI

LAHORE, Nov. 18:

Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar has felicitated the Sikh community on the 552nd birth anniversary of Baba Guru Nanak Ji.

In his message, the CM welcomed the Sikh community to Punjab adding that the birthday of Baba Guru Nanak Ji is a festival of joy for the Sikh community. It’s heartening to receive the Sikh community every year as the Punjab government has provided the best facilities so that the Sikh community could attend the birthday celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak Ji and perform their religious ceremonies, he said.

Attending the celebrations of each other boost the societal norms of friendship, unity and understanding and Baba Guru Nanak Ji has also given the message of peace and harmony, love and brotherhood to the people; he added and maintained that Baba Guru Nanak Ji was the best example of religious tolerance, and interfaith harmony.

The CM said the establishment of the Kartarpur corridor was a historic achievement of the PTI government and a gift to the Sikh community. This has multiplied their joys, he added. Several Sikh religious monuments exist in Punjab and other areas of the country and the Sikh community enjoys full freedom to live according to their faith, the CM noted. The government has given full attention to improvement, security and taking care of the Sikh gurdawaras. The welfare of the minority communities was a priority agenda of the government and the PTI-led government has ensured to protect their rights, concluded the CM.

** **

No.2025/QU/Mujahid

HANDOUT (A)

CM SEEKS REPORT FROM IG POLICE

LAHORE, Nov. 18:

Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar has sought a report from IG Police about a firing incident in a suburban village of Kasur. The CM directed for early arrest of the culprits along with the provision of justice to the bereaved families.

** **

No.2029/QU/Mujahid

HANDOUT (A)

CM DEPLORES THE OPPOSITION'S REACTION IN JOINT SESSION

LAHORE, Nov. 18:

Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar has regretted that the opposition has blatantly violated the democratic norms in the joint session of the parliament.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the CM noted opposition's response was undemocratic, unethical and non-parliamentary as it ran away from the session after defeat. It had to eat a humble pie, he maintained. Meanwhile, several opposition members are fed up with their leadership; he said adding that the PTI has made historic legislation to grant the right of vote to the overseas Pakistanis. However, the opposition has proved its enmity with expatriates by opposing the bill, he regretted. In fact, the opposition does not want overseas Pakistanis to exercise their right to vote. No one would point a finger at the results with the use of EVM, he said. Resistance to this bill is opposition to transparent elections while the nation has recognised the dual faces of those opposing the transparent election process through EVMs as the opposition was playing the role of the pot calling the kettle black, concluded the CM.

** **

No.2027/QU/Mujahid

HANDOUT (A)

CM CONDEMNS INDIAN OCCUPIED ARMY's BARBARITY

LAHORE, Nov. 18:

Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar has strongly condemned the brutality of the Indian occupied army in Occupied Kashmir and asked the U.N. to take immediate notice of it.

In a statement, he said occupied Indian armed forces have perpetrated an act of barbarism by martyring four Kashmiris including a trader. Humanity has hung its head in shame before the cruelty of the Indian occupied forces, he asserted. No one could even think of such cruelty and these sort of tragic incidents in Indian Occupied Kashmir are enough to open the eyes of the global community, he emphasised.

The CM appealed to the world to take notice of this barbarity as the unending killing spree has exposed the savagery of the Modi regime. India is involved in the spate of extrajudicial killings of Kashmiris for a long period and the U.N. should play its role to stop the growing Indian cruelties in IOK, he said. The Hindu supremacist Modi regime will have to be answerable for its cruelties meted out against innocent Kashmiris while there’s no justification for the silence of the global community over Indian barbarism, concluded the CM.

** **

No.2028/QU/Mujahid

HANDOUT (A)

EVERY OPPOSITION CONSPIRACY HAS BEEN FRUSTRATED- SACM

LAHORE, Nov. 18:

The spokesperson of the Punjab government Hasaan Khawar has said the politically unemployed had to face defeat in the joint parliament session as the opposition’s every conspiracy had been frustrated.

In a statement issued on Thursday, SACM said the whole nation has witnessed the victory of truth and defeat of falsehood. The opposition will continue to face defeats in future as it’s the most incompetent opposition in the country’s history. He advised the failed opposition parties to learn a lesson from their defeat. The political pygmies are worthless before the transparent leadership of PM Imran Khan and the opposition is like the 12th player, he added.

** **

[kuljeetkaurgazal]

ਪਾਕਿਸਤਾਨ ਤੋਂ ਪੱਤਰਕਾਰ ਤਾਹਿਰ ਮਲਿਕ ਦੇ ਮੈਸਜ ਨੇ ਦਿਲ ਖੁਸ਼ ਕਰ ਦਿੱਤਾ: ਜਿਉਂਦਾ ਰਹਿ ਭਰਾਵਾ................ Indian Sikh pilgrims warmly welcomed by Pakistan on their arrival through Kartarpur Sahib Corridor, today. We look forward to hosting devotees from India and around the world in Pakistan for Birthday celebrations of Baba Guru Nanak. Opening of historic Kartarpur Corridor by PM Imran Khan two years ago is a practical manifestation of interfaith harmony and respect for minorities. Pakistan's High Commission in India issues nearly 3000 visas to Indian Sikh Yatrees on the eve of the 552nd Birth Anniversary of Baba Guru Nanak. #KartarpurCorridor #Sikhism #Pakistan #India #552nd #babagurunanakdevji (at Nankana Sahib Gurudwara Pakistan) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWYoaOzvM7A/?utm_medium=tumblr

[goldwingsartsinstitute]

Punjab cabinet to be part of first jatha to visit Kartarpur Sahib: CM Charanjit Singh Channi | India News

Punjab cabinet to be part of first jatha to visit Kartarpur Sahib: CM Charanjit Singh Channi | India News

Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi on Tuesday welcomed the Centre’s decision of reopening the Kartarpur corridor and said the state cabinet will be part of the “Jatha”, which will visit the historic shrine in Pakistan on November 18. Besides Channi, Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu, former CM Amarinder Singh, BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh and Shiromani…

[vignaniasacademy]

05th June 2020 Current affairs & Daily News

SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft with two NASA astronauts successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS) after a historic launch from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, marking the dawn of a new age in commercial space travel

About: The SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft, carrying astronauts Behnken and Hurley, lifted off atop the company’s Falcon 9 rocket from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. The crew will be welcomed aboard the ISS, where they will become members of the Expedition 63 crew, which includes NASA astronaut Chris Cassidy. The rocket, named Falcon 9, which carried the spaceship into the orbit, was built by SpaceX, a company founded by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk who also heads Tesla Motors which produces new-age automobiles. The mission was called Demo-2, in keeping with the fact that it was still only a ‘test flight’, which if successful, would lead to more missions in the coming months.  Important Info : Significance With the liftoff, SpaceX became the first private company to launch people into the orbit, a feat achieved previously by only three governments: the U.S., Russia and China.This is the first time that astronauts have been launched from US soil since the STS-135 mission on July 8, 2011, following which all astronauts were flown to the International Space Station in Russia’s Soyuz Capsule.  Source : Indian Express (Science & Technnology) Daily Current affairs and News Analysis The Union Cabinet in its meeting held on 3rd June, 2020 took several landmark decisions for helping India’s farmers while also transforming the agriculture sector

1) Cabinet approved historic amendment to the Essential Commodities Act With the amendment to Essential Commodities Act, commodities like cereals, pulses, oilseeds, edible oils, onion and potatoes will be removed from list of essential commodities. This will remove fears of private investors of excessive regulatory interference in their business operations. The freedom to produce, hold, move, distribute and supply will attract private sector/foreign direct investment into agriculture sector. But in situations such as war, famine, extraordinary price rise and natural calamity, such agricultural foodstuff can be regulated. However, the installed capacity of a value chain participant and the export demand of an exporter will remain exempted from such stock limit imposition so as to ensure that investments in agriculture are not discouraged. 2) Cabinet approved 'The Farming Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Ordinance, 2020'. Under it, farmers and traders will enjoy freedom of choice of sale and purchase of agri-produce. It will also promote barrier-free inter-state and intra-state trade and commerce outside the physical premises of markets notified under State Agricultural Produce Marketing legislations. The ordinance also proposes an electronic trading in transaction platform for ensuring a seamless trade electronically. The farmers will not be charged any cess or levy for sale of their produce under this Act. It will thus pave the way for creating One India, One Agriculture Market. 3) Cabinet approved ‘The Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Ordinance, 2020’. It will empower farmers for directly engaging with processors, wholesalers, aggregators, wholesalers, large retailers, exporters etc., on a level playing field without any fear of exploitation. This eliminates intermediaries resulting in full realization of price for Farmers. Sale, lease or mortgage of farmers’ land is totally prohibited and farmers’ land is also protected against any recovery. Source : PIB (Economy) Daily Current affairs and News Analysis Following an AYUSH Ministry advisory, several states have recommended Arsenicum album 30 for preventive use against Covid-19, although there is no evidence that it works

About: Arsenicum album 30 is a homoeopathic drug. It is made by heating arsenic with distilled water, a process repeated several times over three days. It has less than 1% arsenic. It is considered to correct inflammation in body and takes care of diarrhoea, cough and cold. Important Info : The Covid-19 context There is no scientific evidence that the drug works against Covid-19, a fact stressed not only by medical scientists but also by some homoeopathic practitioners themselves.No clinical trial or large-scale study having been undertaken anywhere to scientifically validate the use of Arsenicum album 30 as a preventive medication.  Source : Indian Express (Health) Daily Current affairs and News Analysis The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) predicts that there would be a 24% increase in the expansion of Ameri Ice Shelf (AIS) boundaries by 2021 and another 24% expansion by 2026 from its 2016 positions

About: The floating sheets of ice called the ice shelves play a multi-faceted role in maintaining the stability of a glacier. Ice shelves connect a glacier to the landmass. The ice sheet mass balance, sea stratification, and bottom water formation are important parameters for the balancing of a glacier. Latent and sensible heat processes do play important roles here. The Ameri Ice Shelf (AIS) is one of the largest glacier drainage basins in the world, located on the east coast of Antarctica, at about 70ºS Latitude, 70ºE Longitude. The AIS dynamics and mass balance help in understanding the changes in the global climate scenario. Important Info : The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research, (NCPOR) is an autonomous Institution of the Department of Ocean Development (DOD), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India. It was established in 1998 and is situated in Vasco da Gama, Goa.  Source : PIB (Grography) Daily Current affairs and News Analysis The World Economic Forum (WEF) will adopt a new twin-summit format for its next annual Davos meeting in January 2021, by bringing together leaders from across the globe for in-person as well as virtual dialogues with a theme of 'The Great Reset'

About: The gathering of the world's rich and powerful, held every year in Davos, the Swiss ski resort town, will also open its doors virtually for everyone across the world online and through a network of more than 400 hubs globally. 'The Great Reset' will be the theme of this unique twin summit in January 2021. In the run-up to the main annual meeting, the WEF will also host a virtual series, The Great Reset Dialogues.  Important Info : The World Economic Forum (WEF), based in Cologny-Geneva, Switzerland, is an NGO, founded in 1971. The WEF hosts an annual meeting at the end of January in Davos, a mountain resort in Graubünden, in the eastern Alps region of Switzerland.  Source : Times of India (International Relations) Daily Current affairs and News Analysis Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways announced the development of a new Greenfield connectivity to Amritsar City from Nakodar via Sultanpur Lodhi, Goindwal Sahib, Khadoor Sahib as part of Delhi-Amritsar Expressway

About: Under it, the road from Amritsar to Gurdaspur will also be fully developed and made completely signal free. With this, there will be options to travel to Gurdaspur onwards from Nakodar either via Amritsar or via This greenfield alignment will not only provide shortest and alternate express connectivity to Amritsar city but also to other religious centres of Sultanpur Lodhi, Goindwal Sahib, Khadoor Sahib as well as the recently developed Dera Baba Nanak/Kartarpur Sahib International Corridor in Punjab. Once the project is completed, the travel time from Amritsar to Delhi International airport will reduce by about four hours. Ministry of Road Transport & Highways have taken up development of Delhi Amritsar Katra Expressway under Bharatmala Pariyojana.  Source : All India Radio (Economy) Daily Current affairs and News Analysis The International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing iss being observed on 5 June, 2020 About: On 5 December 2017 the United Nations General Assembly declared 5 June as the International Day for the Fight Against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing which was celebrated for the first time on 5 June 2018. The date was selected because 5 June is the date, in 2016, when the first international treaty designed to end illegal fishing – the FAO Port State Measures Agreement – entered into force. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is the lead agency for the new international day. This international day is an important opportunity to highlight efforts to combat illegal fishing.  Important Info : According to the FAO, illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing activities are responsible for the loss of 11–26 million tonnes of fish each year, which is estimated to have an economic value of US$10–23 billion.To curtail this impact, Target 4 of Goal 14 of the Sustainable Development Agenda adopted in 2015, urges to “effectively regulate harvesting and end overfishing, illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and destructive fishing practices” by 2020.  Source : United Nations (Enivronment) Daily Current affairs and News Analysis World Environment Day is being observed on June 5, 2020

About: Objective of the day: World Environment Day is the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment. Date of observance: Every year on 5th of June. Why June 5? To mark the first day of The United Nations Conference on the Human Environment which was held in Stockholm, Sweden from June 5–16 in 1972. First year of observance of WED: The host: Every World Environment Day has a different host country, where the official celebrations take place. This year's host is Colombia in partnership with Germany. Theme: In 2020, the theme is biodiversity–a concern that is both urgent and existential. Source : United Nations (Environment) Daily Current affairs and News Analysis Union HRD Minister and Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs Shri Hardeep. S. Puri jointly launched `The Urban Learning Internship Program (TULIP)’

About: Objective: TULIP is a programme for providing internship opportunities to fresh graduates in all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and Smart Cities across the country. Eligibility: Any graduate who have completed B. Tech, B. Arch, B. Plan, BSc etc. can apply within 18 months from date of its graduation. Benefits: This will not only help the interns get hands on experience in the vast activities of urban local bodies but will also help to create a resource upon which the industry can draw easily for hiring. Background: TULIP has been conceived pursuant to the Budget 2020-21 announcement by the Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman under the theme ‘Aspirational India’. Bodies involved: Technical support for the platform shall be anchored by AICTE and the programmatic non-technical support shall be anchored by Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA) over a period of 5 years. A Steering Committee under the Chairmanship of Secretary, MoHUA will review the progress of the program on a periodical basis.  Source : PIB (Education) First ever India-Australia Virtual Summit was held between PM Modi and his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison

Key Highlights: India and Australia have committed to elevate the bilateral Strategic Partnership concluded in 2009 to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP). It is in line with India's increasing engagement in the Indo-Pacific region through her Indo-Pacific vision. Both countries have committed to a new phase of the Australia - India Strategic Research Fund to promote innovative solutions for responding to and treating COVID-19. They agreed to broaden defence cooperation by enhancing the scope and complexity of their military exercises and engagement activities. They also agreed to boost cooperation in the maritime domain.  Important Info : It was the first time that PM Modi is holding a bilateral virtual summit with a foreign leader.  Source : All India Radio (International Relations) Daily Current affairs and News Analysis Best IAS Coaching institutes in Bangalore Vignan IAS Academy Contact Vignan IAS Academy Enroll For IAS Foundation Course from Best IAS / IPS Training Academy in Bangalore Latest Current Affairs: Read the full article

[hellodainiknews]

1 year of Modi govt 2.0: From Article 370 to CAA, a...

1 year of Modi govt 2.0: From Article 370 to CAA, a…

[ad_1]

NEW DELHI: Its been a busy year for the home ministry under Modi regime 2.0 with historic decisions like the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu & Kashmir, besides enactment of Citizenship Amendment Act, amending the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act to enable banning of individual terrorists and building a Kartarpur Sahib corridor in record time. At the same time, it has had to rise…

[vsplusonline]

India urges Pakistan to rectify deficiencies that led to collapse of dome of Kartarpur Sahib Gurudwara

New Post has been published on https://apzweb.com/india-urges-pakistan-to-rectify-deficiencies-that-led-to-collapse-of-dome-of-kartarpur-sahib-gurudwara/

India urges Pakistan to rectify deficiencies that led to collapse of dome of Kartarpur Sahib Gurudwara

In November last year, the two countries threw open a corridor linking Dera Baba Sahib in Gurdaspur in India and Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib in Pakistan.

File photo of Gurudwara Kartarpur Sahib (Photo Credits: PTI)

India has taken up with Pakistan the issue of collapse of domes of the Kartarpur Sahib Gurudwara, one of Sikhism’s holiest shrines, government sources said on Sunday.

India has conveyed to Pakistan that the damage to the structures in the gurudwara has caused “great consternation” among the Sikh community, they said.

“India has urged Pakistan that in deference to the sentiments of the Sikh community, the deficiencies which led to the damage to the newly constructed structures be urgently rectified and remedied,” said a source.

In November last year, the two countries threw open a corridor linking Dera Baba Sahib in Gurdaspur in India and Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib in Pakistan, in a historic people-to-people initiative.

Gurdwara #Kartarpur repaired within hours of damage caused by strong winds,this is the difference of attitude btw #Endia and #Pakistan despite extremists groups State policy is to protect, preserve and safeguard rights of minorities whereas in Endia State owns extremists pic.twitter.com/u6wYAuSh3C

— Ch Fawad Hussain (@fawadchaudhry) April 19, 2020

Kartarpur Sahib Gurudwara is located in Pakistan’s Narowal district across the river Ravi, about four kilometres from the Dera Baba Nanak shrine. It is the final resting place of Sikh faith’s founder Guru Nanak Dev.

The sources said India conveyed to Pakistan that the strong sense of faith and devotion of the Sikh community to the holy site must be fully understood and appreciated.

Get real-time alerts and all the news on your phone with the all-new India Today app. Download from

Source link

[beautehealthy-blog]

Tourism in Pakistan

Tourism in Pakistan is becoming growing industry. Pakistan has various geographically historical and cultural heritage sites. British Backpacker society described the country, as one of the friendliest countries on the earth, and ranked as the world's top adventure travel station, in 2018. The World Economic Forum Travel & Tourism Competitiveness ranked Pakistan in the top 25 percent of global station for its world heritage sites. For worldwide citizens, Pakistan is highly inviting tourist place, with the captivating beauty of landscape, rich and diverse culture and historical heritage. Pakistan antiquities a land of high adventure and nature from Karakorum to Indus Delta. Pakistan is full of breath-taking views of snowy peaks, frozen lakes, beautiful sea coasts, lush green farms, former civilizations and Mughal monuments. Now, with better security situation and government efforts, the world is finally realizing that Pakistan is a nature-lover's dream and heaven for tourists. The religious sites of Hindus and Sikhs are a great source of attraction for ........The old Hindu and Sikh temples are visited by tourists. Especially the shrine of Guru Nanak are visited by thousands ......through Kartarpur corridor. Northern Areas of Pakistan Mesmerizing Northern Areas are the most famous and amazing region for traveling in Pakistan, offering to visit and observe the colours of nature and capture the marvellous sights. The travellers from all over the world love to visit the Northern Areas of Pakistan. Government is trying to lift all the travel hurdles for visitors, as Pakistan is famous for the most thrilled and beautiful traveling sights in the world, blessed with heavenly landscape. Some famous destinations of northern areas of Pakistan are listed below: Hunza (Gilgit)Skardu cityNaran kaghanFairy MeadowsNaltar ValleyKalam (Sawat)Chitral Rural Areas of Pakistan The agriculture sector plays a major role in Pakistan's economy. Being the second largest sector, it absorbs 45% of the country's total labour force. Pakistan's economy obtains its strength from agriculture sector. Pakistan's, rural belt primarily consists of the land of farms. Pakistan's economy, security, solidarity and integrity depends on its rural sector. Pakistan is blessed with an ideal climate and strong river system, capable of stimulating the huge level of agricultural production. Mughal architecture Mughal architecture reached its peak in 17th century during the reign of Shah Jahan. During this time, many masterpieces were made like, Wazir Khan Mosque, Dai Anga Mosque, Tomb of Dai Anga, Shalimar Garden, Shahi Hamams and several additions in Lahore Forte included. Lahore was the capital of Mughal Empire. Now Pakistan aims to revive the glory of this classical Mughal city. It is one of the most historical gems, situated along the bank of River Ravi. Visitors are starting to rediscover the treasure of the city and feel unexpected pleasure. Pakistan is a treasure house of early Muslims and Mughals heritage, art and architecture, and Lahore is its cultural capital. On the other hand the shrines, mosques and forts located in or around the Multan and Bahawalpur are the master pieces of early glorious Muslim architecture. Read the full article

[voyageplannerspvtltd-blog]

𝐏𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍 𝐘𝐀𝐓𝐑𝐀 & 𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐕𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐏𝐯𝐭. 𝐋𝐭𝐝

𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐀 𝐕𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐠𝐞 http://www.yatrapakistan.com/

7 Days Cultural & Yatra Tour Total Group 22 + People

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝟏𝟒 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟎 Start Location: Lahore

𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟏 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟒

Welcome to Pakistan Meet and Greet at Lahore Airport & Wagha Border by our Tour Manager. Welcome High Tea at Wagah Border. Check-in to the hotel and relax for a couple of hours. Planned Activities in Afternoon based on arrival time: • Visit historic Gurdwara Dera Sahib • Explore the Historic Walled City of Lahore in a special Night Tour including Badshahi Mosque, Huzoori Bagh, Lahore Fort, Sheesh Mahal & Samadhi Maharaja Ranjeet Singh • Enjoy Rangeela Rickshaw rides and Live Music Enjoy Delicious Traditional Dinner at Food Street Night Stay – Avari Express/ Luxus Grand Hotel.

𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐 / 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟓

Early Morning Leave for the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur Gurdwara Darbar Sahib is World’s largest gurdwara and was recently built and inaugurated as a visa-free corridor. Estimated time till Kartarpur Sahib 3 Hours Stay in Kartarpur all day long and return back to Lahore in the evening. Enjoy Traditional dinner at Village Restaurant Lahore Night Stay – Avari Express/ Luxus Grand Hotel.

𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟑 / 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟔

Check-out from hotel after breakfast and start your journey towards Nankana Sahib Estimated time till Nankana Sahib 1 Hour 30 Min Planned Activities: • Visit Nankana Sahib for Guru Darshan. • Visit Gurdwara Janam Asthan and holy sites associated with Guru Nanak Sahib and Guru Arjan Dev Sahib. • Visit Gurdwara Sacha Soda • Visit all 7 holy Gurdwaras like Bal Lila Maini, Gurdwara Patti Sahib, Gurdwara Kiara Sahib In Gurdwara Malji Sahib. Traditional Dinner, Folk Music and Night Stay in Faisalabad Night Stay – Serena Hotel Faisalabad.

𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟒 / 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟕

Start your early morning journey toward Islamabad. Estimated travel time: 4 Hours Today we will explore the world’s 2nd most beautiful capital city, Islamabad. • Saidpur village • Monument of Pakistan • Lok Virsa Museum • Faisal Mosque • Visit Daman E-Koh to watch the beautiful sunset over Islamabad Dinner at Monal Restaurant Margalla Hills Top Night Stay ----- Ramada / Hotel Margalla/ Crown Plaza.

𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟓 / 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟖

After early morning breakfast, checkout from Islamabad and let’s start our journey for Hassanabdal & Taxila. Estimated Travel Time: 1 Hour Arrive Gurdwara Panja Sahib at Hassan Abdal, and perform religious rituals such as Ashman, Matha Tekna, Granth Sahib Ka Pat. After Gurdwara Panja Sahib, visit the Taxila Museum and historical ruins near Taxila. In the evening, I start my journey toward Lahore, check-in to the hotel: Night Stay – Avari Express/ Luxus Grand Hotel.

𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟔 / 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟗

Start your day relaxed in Lahore. After breakfast, we will be visiting some of the historic locations and famous shopping places of Lahore e.g. • Minar-E-Pakistan • Shalimar Garden • Tomb of Jahangir • Daata Darbar • Wazir Khan Mosque • Enjoy shopping in Famous markets of Lahore e.g. Liberty Market, Ichra Market, Fortress Stadium & Mall of Lahore Traditional Dinner at Haveli Restaurant / Coooco’s Den Night Stay – Avari Express/ Luxus Grand Hotel.

𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟕 / 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎

CHECK-OUT----- Lahore With load full of beautiful memories TRIP ENDS today in Lahore. Wahga Border & Airport Drop for prestigious guests!

𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐬 & 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Coaster Saloon (Luxury) (22+ Passengers).

𝐋𝐮𝐱𝐮𝐫𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐬:

AVARI Express (Lahore). https://www.avari.com/ LUXUS Grand Hotel (Lahore). https://luxusgrandhotel.com/ Serena Hotel (Faisalabad). https://www.serenahotels.com/serenafaisalabad/…/default.html Ramada Islamabad (Islamabad). http://ramadaislamabad.com/ Hotel Margala (Islamabad). https://hotelmargala.com/

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐕𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬!

𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞/𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬

1. Tour includes Airport/Border Pickup from Lahore and Meet and greet at Arrival. 2. Vehicle Fuel is included in the overall package pricing. 3. A courteous chauffeur with porter. 4. An experienced Punjabi Speaking guide will be provided. 5. Daily Dinner & Breakfast are included in the package. 6. Escort during Gurdwara Visits. 7. Similar or better 4* Hotels as mentioned above. 8. All tolls are included in the package. 9. 50% Advance payment is needed to hold a reservation. And 100% payment required 1 week before traveling. 10. Detailed terms and conditions will be shared once the proposal is accepted.

Thanks for giving Voyage Planners an opportunity to serve you.

𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐚 𝐕𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐠𝐞 ~ 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞.

[bigyack-com]

UN Chief to visit Kartarpur Sahib during Pakistan tour - world news

UN Chief Antonio Guterres will visit the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib, the final resting place of Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev, in Kartarpur during his visit to Pakistan next week.The UN Secretary-General will arrive in Islamabad on Sunday and will hold bilateral meetings with Prime Minister Imran Khan and Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on that day and speak at an event on sustainable development and climate change.Guterres will “travel to Kartarpur to visit a holy site, Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib,” Deputy spokesperson Farhan Haq told reporters here on Monday.The UN Chief is expected to visit one of the most prominent Sikh pilgrimage sites next Tuesday.Guru Nanak Dev spent the last 18 years of his life at Kartarpur Sahib, which has now become the world’s largest Sikh Gurdwara.On February 17, Guterres will also speak at the International Conference on 40 Years of Hosting Afghan Refugees in Pakistan, which is being organized by the Pakistan government and the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), along with High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi.He will participate in a high-level panel discussion and other events at the conference.Guterres will also meet Pakistan President Arif Alvi.The Secretary-General will be in Lahore on February 18, where he will meet students and attend an event on Pakistan’s polio vaccination campaign. He will visit Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib before returning to New York on February 19.In November last year, the UN Chief welcomed the opening of the Kartarpur Corridor between India and Pakistan, saying it paved the way for interfaith harmony and understanding.“We welcome #Pakistan and #India opening #KartarpurCorridor today connecting two key Sikh pilgrimage sites, paving way for interfaith harmony and understanding by facilitating visa-free cross border visits by pilgrims to holy shrines,” spokesperson for the Secretary-General had tweeted.The Kartarpur Corridor links Dera Baba Sahib in Gurdaspur in India and Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib in Pakistan. It was opened by Prime Minister Khan on November 9 in a historic people-to-people initiative between the two countries.The Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib is located across the Ravi river in Pakistan and is about four kilometres from the Dera Baba Nanak shrine in Gurdaspur district of Punjab. According to the agreement between Pakistan and India, 5,000 pilgrims from India can visit the shrine daily and the number can be increased in future. Read the full article

[panjpeerian]

Don't miss the opportunity - yes its a historical study tour with mind refreshing environment. ❤️ PanjPeer🎊 presents #Kartarpur 1 Day Trip on 22 Dec (Sunday) only in Rs. 2300/- per Head with amazing discount offer (Buy 3 Tikets & get 4th Ticket Free) to promoting inter-faith harmony, and Quaid-e-Azam’s vision of a peaceful neighborhood. Individuals, Friends and Families are highly encouraged to join us. For 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼 & 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧o Kartarpur Sahib 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹/𝗠𝘀𝗴/𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀𝗔𝗽𝗽 0322-7622722 / 0315-4248110 / 0347-5553210 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: 🗓 1 Day | 22 Dec, 2019 - Sunday Departure Time: 7AM (Morning) Arrival to Lahore: 8PM (Evening) Best trip for Females for 1 Day Trip options 𝙏𝙧𝙞𝙥 𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩: Rs. 2300/per head from Lahore #Porom_Offer Buy 3 & get 4th ticket absolutely Free MAIN ATTRACTIONS: Kartarpur, Corridor Area, Narowal, Lunnch Cum Dinner, Historic Tour Detailed Plan Day 01: Sunday - 22 Dec -- Departure from Lahore 07:00 AM -- Reached Narowal 10:00 AM -- Visit Gurdwara Kartarpur -- Explore Kartarpur Corridor Area -- Visit Langgar Khana -- Visit Art Gallery -- Visit Cultural Shopping Area -- Visit Tube well -- Lunch Cum Diner -- Arrival at Lahore around 7/8:00PM Advance payment 1000/- Per Head to book trip. Remaining payment: At the time of departure. For Complete Details Visit this link: https://facebook.com/events/1355818077919790/ Or call +92-322-7622722 (at Kartarpur Corridor Pakistan Darbar Sahib Kartarpur) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6OG0siJ5w8/?igshid=196n6wvkeeont

[ssbprep]

Kartarpur Corridor Gen Bajwa's Brainchild, India Will Remember This Wound Forever: Pak Minister

Kartarpur Corridor Gen Bajwa’s Brainchild, India Will Remember This Wound Forever: Pak Minister

Pak Railway Minister Sheikh Rashid claimed opening Kartarpur corridor was Gen Bajwa’s idea. Imran Khan govt has been maintaining it was its own idea. Rashid said India will remember this wound inflicted upon it foreverThe opening of the historic Kartarpur corridor was the brainchild of Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa and it will hurt India for ever, a top Pakistani minister claimed…