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We are now faced with a massive propaganda alleging Hindu persecution of Buddhism. Let us study one example: the story of alleged Hindu persecution of Buddhism by Pushyamitra, a general in the service of the declining Maurya dynasty, who founded the Sunga dynasty after a coup détat. This story provides the standard secularist refutation of the myth that Hinduism has always been tolerant.

The Marxist historian Gargi Chakravartty writes:

"Another myth has been meticulously promoted with regard to the tolerance of the Hindu rulers. Let us go back to the end of second century B.C. Divyavadana, in a text of about the second-third century A.D., depicts Pushyamitra Shunga as a great persecutor of Buddhists. In a crusading march with a huge army he destroyed stupas, burnt monasteries and killed monks. This stretched up to Shakala, i.e. modern Sialkot, where he announced a reward of 100 gold coins to the person who would bring the head of a Buddhist monk. Even if this is an exaggeration, the acute hostility and tensions between Pushyamitra and the monks cannot be denied."

We need not comment on Chakravartty's misreading of Divyavadana as a person's name rather than a book title. Remark the bias in the assumption that the supposedly undeniable conflict between the king and the monks proves the kings intolerance; for what had been their own contribution to the conflict? There is no good reason why the Buddhist monks should, by contrast, be assumed to be blameless when they came in conflict with a king.

The story is in fact given in two near contemporaneous (2nd century A.D.) Buddhist histories, the Asokavadana and the Divyavadana, the two narratives are almost verbatim the same and very obviously have a common origin. This non-contemporary story (which surfaces more than three centuries after the alleged facts) about Pushyamitra's offering money for the heads of Buddhist monks is rendered improbable by external evidence: the well-attested historical fact that he allowed and patronized the construction of monasteries and Buddhist universities in his domains, as well as the still extant stupa of Sanchi. After Ashoka's lavish sponsorship of Buddhism, it is perfectly possible that Buddhist institutions fell on slightly harder times under the Sungas, but persecution is quite another matter. The famous historian of Buddhism Etienne Lamotte has observed: To judge from the documents, Pushyamitra must be acquitted through lack of proof.

In consulting the source texts a significant literary fact is noticed which has not been seen mentioned in the scholarly literature (e.g. Lamotte, just quoted), and which must put on record. First of all, a look at the critical edition of the Asokavadana (Illustrious Acts of Ashoka) tells a story of its own concerning the idealization of Buddhism in modern India.

This is how Sujit Kumar Mukhopadhyaya, the editor of the Asokavadana, relates this work's testimony about Ashoka doing to a rival sect that very thing of which Pushyamitra is accused later on:

"At that time, an incident occurred which greatly enraged the king. A follower of the Nirgrantha (Mahavira) painted a picture, showing Buddha prostrating himself at the feet of the Nirgrantha. Ashoka ordered all the Ajivikas of Pundravardhana (North Bengal) to be killed. In one day, eighteen thousand Ajivikas lost their lives. A similar kind of incident took place in the town of Pataliputra. A man who painted such a picture was burnt alive with his family. It was announced that whoever would bring to the king the head of a Nirgrantha would be rewarded with a dinara (a gold coin). As a result of this, thousands of Nirgranthas lost their lives. Only when Vitashoka, Ashoka's favourite Arhat (an enlightened monk, a Theravada-Buddhist saint), was mistaken for a Nirgrantha and killed by a man desirous of the reward, did Ashoka revoke the order."

Typically, Mukhopadhyaya refuses to believe his eyes at this demythologization of the secular emperor Ashoka:

"This is one of the best chapters of the text. The subject, the style, the composition, everything here is remarkable. In every shloka there is a poetic touch.( ... ) But the great defect is also to be noticed. Here too Ashoka is described as dreadfully cruel. If the central figure of this story were not a historic personage as great and well-known as Ashoka, we would have nothing to say. To say that Ashoka, whose devotion to all religious sects is unique in the history of humanity (as is well-known through his edicts) persecuted the Jains or the Ajivikas is simply absurd. And why speak of Ashoka alone? There was no Buddhist king anywhere in India who persecuted the Jains or the Ajivikas or any other sect."

Contrary to Mukhopadhyayas confident assertion, there are a few attested cases of Buddhist-Jain conflict. The Mahavamsa says that the Buddhist king Vattagamini in Sri Lanka destroyed a Jain vihara. In the Shravana-Belgola epitaph of Mallishena, the Jain teacher Akalanka says that after a successful debate with Buddhists, he broke a Buddha statue with his own foot. The same (rare, but not non-existent) phenomenon of Buddhist fanaticism can be found outside India: the introduction of Buddhism in Tibet and Mongolia is associated with a forceful suppression of the native Shamanism. In recent decades in Sri Lanka, Buddhist monks have been instrumental in desecrating and demolishing Hindu temples. None of this proves that Buddhist doctrine incites its followers to persecution of non-Buddhists, but neither should anything human be considered alien to Buddhist human beings.

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With compliments from, the Directorate General of Public Relations,

Government of the Punjab, Lahore Ph. 99201390 

No. 1009/Zafar/Mujahid

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CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif Directs to Meet Shortage of Specialist Doctors in District Hospitals Across Punjab

Lahore, 20 September 2024: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has set a target to meet the shortage of specialist doctors in the district hospitals. The Chief Minister sought a plan from the Health Department with regard to training plan for cardiology, neuro, paeds and other necessary specialists.  The proposal to focus on the specialization of doctors according to the needs of patients was reviewed. It was agreed to propose a special package for the specialist doctors in the district hospitals. An emphasis was placed on meeting the need of specialist doctors in the remote hospitals across Punjab. It was principally decided to ensure provision of urgently required medical equipment for heart disease patients in the districts.

 

The proposal to provide cath lab in different districts of Punjab in 5 phases was reviewed. The machines will be provided in Lahore’s PIC, Gangaram, Mayo Hospital, Khawaja Safdar Memorial Hospital Sialkot and Cardiology Institute Wazirabad. Cath labs will be set up in Sahiwal, Faisalabad and Multan Institute of Cardiology. Cath labs will be established in Bahawalpur, Rawalpindi Institute of Cardiology and Multan Nishtar Hospital. Cath labs will also be established in Gujranwala Hospital and Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cardiology.

 

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif chaired a special meeting in which a detailed briefing was given on establishing cath labs in various hospitals across Punjab. She sought proposals to bring improvements in the ‘Universal Health Program’ as well.

 

Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb, Provincial Minister for Information and Culture Azma Zahid Bokhari, Health Advisor Dr. Azhar Kayani, Parliamentary Secretary Rushda Lodhi, MPA Sania Ashiq, Dr Adnan Khan, Chief Secretary, Chairman P&D, Secretary Health, Principal Secretary to CM and other relevant officials were also present.

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Baba Kharak Singh.

Baba Kharak Singh (6 June 1867 – 6 October 1963) was born at Sialkot in British India. He was involved in the Indian independence movement and was president of the Central Sikh League.

He was a Sikh political leader and virtually the first president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee. He was among the first batch of students who graduated (1889) from Punjab University, Lahore. His father, Rai Bahadur Sardar Hari Singh, was a wealthy contractor and industrialist.Today, a prominent road, which is a radial road of Connaught Place, New Delhi towards Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, is named Baba Kharak Singh Marg, after him.

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Farooq Qaiser's 78th Birthday Date: November 1, 2023 Today’s Doodle celebrates the 78th birthday of Farooq Qaiser, famous Pakistani puppeteer, artist, writer, and voice actor. He’s most known for creating Uncle Sargam, a fictional puppet character that stole the hearts of many children and adults alike, and became a household name throughout the country. Uncle Sargam and his companion, Masi Museebtay, are featured in today’s Doodle artwork!  Qaiser was born on this day in 1945 in Sialkot, Punjab. He studied Fine Art at the National College of Arts in Lahore, where he was first introduced to the world of puppetry. While there, he was invited to work on a children’s television program called Akka Bakkar (1971) as a show writer and puppet maker. Qaiser also attended the University of Bucharest for his bachelor’s in graphic design and the University of Southern California for a master’s in mass communications. In 1976, the puppeteer started creating his own children’s show and eventually landed a broadcasting opportunity on Pakistani Television (PTV). It wasn’t long before Kaliyan (which translates to flower bud) found its way onto family TV screens across the nation. The show brilliantly balanced humor and satire to teach valuable life lessons to its young audience. Uncle Sargam, the main character, was also charming and relatable enough that parents enjoyed watching alongside their kids. Beyond puppetry, Qaiser had his hand in other pursuits. He worked as a columnist and cartoonist for the Daily Nai Baat, an Urdu newspaper, and taught at the Fatima Jinnah Women’s University in Rawalpindi. He also co-founded the Pakistani branch of  Union Internationale de la Marionnette (UNIMA) and served as its long-time vice president. For his contributions, Qaiser has been awarded the Presidential Pride of Performance in 1993, the title of “Master Puppeteer” from UNICEF in 1997, and the PTV Lifetime Achievement Award in 2010. He played a vital role in educating and entertaining the people of Pakistan through television, and is remembered for his irreplaceable, unmatchable spirit. Happy birthday, Farooq Qaiser!   Pictured: Farooq Qaiser Courtesy Ali Farooq Pictured: Farooq Qaiser with statues of his puppets Courtesy Ali Farooq   Location: Pakistan Tags: @GoggleDoddle

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Government College Women University Sialkot BS, MS & Ph.D. Admission 2023 | GCWU Sialkot Bachelors, Masters & Doctorate Program Online Apply

Government College Women University Sialkot has announced Bachelors, Masters & Doctorate Program Admission 2023 in BS English, BS Education, BS Mathematics, BS Statistics, BS Economics, BS Textile Design, BS Islamic Studies and many other programs. Student willing to apply For Government College Women University Sialkot BS, MS & Ph.D. Program Admission 2023 and want to know about GCWU Sialkot…

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UVAS inks MoU with Govt College Women University Sialkot for academic and research cooperation

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Well, it was the time when we used to stay together a lot. I have learned a lot from this synthetic brain on my left. Miss those days. #lockdown #coronalockdown #collage #university #study #friends #friendship #gathering #memories #sialkot #uskt #uogsialkot #softwareengineer https://www.instagram.com/p/B-f1QJ-n8DU/?igshid=nk7zd2gly5tq

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With compliments from, The Directorate General Public Relations,

Government of the Punjab, Lahore Ph. 99201390.

No.241/AbdulAli/Mujahid

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MARYAM NAWAZ SHARIF OUTLINES EXTENSIVE AGENDA FOR PUNJAB AS FIRST WOMAN CHIEF MINISTER

Lahore, February 26: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif expressed her vision of inclusive governance, stating that she aims to serve as the Chief Minister for the entire Punjab, with open doors for all. She emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and highlighted that harassment of women is a red line that will not be crossed. Maryam Nawaz Sharif pledged to take the oath, go to the office, and immediately start implementing the manifesto.

Addressing the Punjab Assembly after her election as Chief Minister, Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced several key initiatives. Free emergency medicine will be available in government hospitals starting today. A health screening program will be launched for timely disease treatment, along with a redesign of the health card system. Ultrasound machines and qualified doctors will be deployed in Basic Health Units (BHU) and Rural Health Centers (RHC).

To improve healthcare infrastructure, air ambulance and Motorway Rescue 1122 services will be initiated for timely patient transfers. Nurses will be trained and sent to hospitals in Gulf and Europe. Playgrounds will be established in every union council, with school grounds open for players in the evening.

State-of-the-art hospitals will be constructed in each district to treat cancer, kidney, and liver diseases. During Ramadan, 6.5 to 7 million relief packets will be delivered to homes under the "Nighaban" program. Talented students will receive education in top foreign universities.

A series of youth-focused programs will be launched, including the Youth Loan Programme, Interest-Free Loan, Youth Training, Small Business Loan, Laptop and iPad Scheme, and Paid Internship. Electric bikes will be provided to youth, especially women. An IT startup program will be introduced for freelancers.

For working women, hostels, daycare centers, and ladies' washrooms will be built at workplaces. Model women police stations and women desks will be established in every police station. Safe cities Program is being developed in 18 cities, with completion expected in 5 years.

A comprehensive program for screening prisoners will be launched, along with the creation of an IT city and the provision of 10 doorstep services. Free Wi-Fi will be available in major cities, starting with a pilot project in Lahore. The Farm to Market Roads Program will resume, and metro bus services will begin in Faisalabad, Gujranwala, and Sialkot.

Special attention will be given to South Punjab, with meetings starting with MPAs from the region. Charging points will be installed for electric buses, and smart agriculture zones will be created for farmers. Agricultural machinery will be provided at discounted rates, and a special package will be offered for livestock.

Disease-free animal meat from Pakistan will be exported to the Gulf market. Garbage collection in cities will be improved, and a free school transport program will be introduced, especially for girl students. Solar panels will be provided in convenient installments for citizens consuming less than 300 units of electricity.

The "Apna Chhat Apna Ghar" scheme will be launched, providing one lakh houses. Street markets will be kept clean under the "Suthra Punjab" program. A project will be launched to provide services to overseas Pakistanis, and health and life insurance will be provided for journalists.

While addressing the Punjab Assembly House, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif expressed her gratitude to Allah Almighty, saying, "I humbly thank Allah Almighty by bowing my head." She reflected on the journey that led her to this moment, noting that "the system of nature first endures and then honors."

Maryam Nawaz congratulated Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan and Deputy Speaker Zaheer Iqbal Chanhar on their election, expressing hope that "under the leadership of Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan and Zaheer Iqbal Chanhar, this House will raise the flag of democracy."

Expressing regret over the absence of opposition members in the House, Maryam Nawaz remarked, "It is regrettable that the opposition members are not present in the House, I wish they were also present." She emphasized the importance of competition in politics, stating, "We are all democratic workers, competition is necessary in politics."

Reflecting on the challenges she faced, Maryam Nawaz expressed gratitude for the unwavering support of her party members. She stated, "There were very difficult moments, everyone was against us and we were subjected to brutality, thank God that every member of the party and all of us as a party did not give up."

Maryam Nawaz extended an open invitation to all members of the Assembly, saying, "My office, my doors, and my chambers are open 24 hours a day for every Member of the Assembly." She thanked her family, party workers, and supporters for their support, acknowledging, "The party not only nominated me for the Chief Ministership but also fully supported me, I thank you from the bottom of my heart."

Expressing gratitude to members of other political parties for their support, Maryam Nawaz highlighted the significance of her election as Chief Minister, stating, "Today is a day of honor for every Pakistani daughter, sister, and mother that there is a woman on the chair of the Chief Minister."

Despite facing adversity, Maryam Nawaz emphasized her lack of desire for revenge, stating, "Despite the difficulties and sufferings, there is no desire to take revenge from anyone in my heart." She credited her opponents for her growth, saying, "Opponents have trained me in difficult conditions by putting me in difficulties, putting me in death cell and putting me in Adyala Jail, NAB Jail, and Kot Lakhpat Jail."

Maryam Nawaz concluded by expressing her gratitude to her mother and teachers for their guidance, and to Nawaz Sharif for his mentorship and vision. She said, "Today I am on the chair where visionary leaders like Nawaz Sharif used to sit. Nawaz Sharif is honored to have made the country invincible." She also thanked Allah Almighty for Nawaz Sharif's leadership, noting, "Nawaz Sharif is the only person who was made Prime Minister 3 times by Allah Almighty."

Maryam Nawaz Sharif emphasized the importance of respecting and valuing parents, noting that "a parent's prayers reach places beyond human imagination." She acknowledged the legacy of Shahbaz Sharif, who is remembered as the "Khadim-e-Aala Punjab" and for his commitment to Punjab's development, recognized not only in Pakistan but also worldwide.

Maryam Nawaz highlighted her awareness of the challenges faced by the poor and the expectations associated with the Pakistan Muslim League (N). She pledged to take the oath, go to the office, and immediately start implementing the manifesto, focusing on addressing public issues.

Maryam Nawaz outlined her vision for Punjab, aiming to establish state-of-the-art hospitals in every city to ensure that no one has to travel to another city for treatment. She announced that government hospitals will start providing free emergency medicine from today.

Regarding business and economic development, Maryam Nawaz expressed her vision to make Punjab an economic hub. She emphasized the government's role in providing facilities to the business community and pledged to eliminate red tape and other obstacles. She promised to create a system where all business registrations can be completed under one roof and to convert existing government businesses into public-private partnerships.

Maryam Nawaz reiterated her zero-tolerance policy against corruption and pledged to bring a transparent system that would end bribery. She committed to monitoring government projects personally to ensure timely completion. She announced the continuation of helplines for youth and women and the launch of a relief package named "Neghaban" for Ramadan, delivering relief packages to people's homes.

Recognizing the need for authentic data for effective relief distribution, Maryam Nawaz directed the Chief Secretary to submit authentic data within three months. She expressed her dedication to youth welfare, promising to provide resources for education to those in need, resume scholarships under the Punjab Education Foundation (PEF), and support students studying in international universities. She also pledged to restore the youth loan program started by Nawaz Sharif.

Maryam Nawaz Sharif outlined a comprehensive plan for youth empowerment, including education, interest-free loans, training, laptops, and small business opportunities. She emphasized providing laptops, iPads, or tablets to students as needed and expanding internship programs with stipends of at least 25,000 to support their expenses. Electric bikes will be provided to students and professionals, and Maryam Nawaz Sharif pledged personal engagement with youth, keeping the doors of the Chief Minister's House open to solve their problems.

She committed to improving the education system, ensuring equal standards for all students, and enhancing teacher training programs. Buildings, classrooms, and labs will be upgraded, and a transport system will be provided to all schools in Punjab.

Maryam Nawaz Sharif emphasized curriculum development, addressing child labor by providing stipends to children working in kilns, and focusing on special education and the welfare of special needs individuals. She pledged to screen children for diseases early and establish a special education institution in every district.

In the health sector, she promised to deploy qualified doctors, medicines, and equipment in Basic Health Units (BHUs), Tehsil Headquarters (THQs), and Rural Centers. She committed to working tirelessly for the financial independence, protection, and empowerment of women and announced a special package for the transgender community to mainstream them into society.

Maryam Nawaz Sharif highlighted the importance of protecting minorities, promoting sports through the "Khailta Punjab Program," focusing on a digital Punjab, and providing 43 services at people's doorsteps under the Dastak program. She promised to investigate police brutality incidents, reduce police response time, and improve facilities for jail patients.

She pledged to pay more attention to small farmers, create smart agriculture zones, and adopt modern agricultural methods. A one-window program will be started for farmers, providing agricultural credit, quality seeds, and fertilizers.

To provide relief to the public, Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced the provision of solar panels to houses consuming less than 300 units of electricity and the construction of one lakh houses under the "Apni Chhat Apna Ghar" scheme. She also emphasized cleanliness under the Suthra Punjab program, combating climate change and smog with modern technology, and addressing the issues of overseas Pakistanis and media workers.

Maryam Nawaz Sharif concluded by emphasizing that while success is in the hands of Allah, good intentions and efforts are in the hands of humans, and requested the Speaker for opening of the press gallery.

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Baba Kharak Singh.

Baba Kharak Singh (6 June 1867 – 6 October 1963) was born at Sialkot in British India. He was involved in the Indian independence movement and was president of the Central Sikh League.

He was a Sikh political leader and virtually the first president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee. He was among the first batch of students who graduated (1889) from Punjab University, Lahore. His father, Rai Bahadur Sardar Hari Singh, was a wealthy contractor and industrialist.Today, a prominent road, which is a radial road of Connaught Place, New Delhi towards Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, is named Baba Kharak Singh Marg, after him.

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The Vault of Vishnu – Aswin Sanghi

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A Pallava prince travels to Cambodia to be crowned king, carrying with him secrets that will be the cause of great wars many centuries later.

A Buddhist monk in ancient China treks south to India, searching for the missing pieces of a puzzle that could make his emperor all-powerful.

A Neolithic tribe fights to preserve their sacred knowledge, oblivious to the war drums on the Indo-China border.

Meanwhile, far away in the temple town of Kanchipuram, a reclusive scientist deciphers ancient texts even as a team of secret agents shadows his every move.

Caught in the storm is a young investigator with a complex past of her own, who must race against time to maintain the balance of power in the new world.

Welcome back to the exciting and shadowy world of Ashwin Sanghi, where myth and history blend into edge-of-the-seat action.

Review

In an enthralling alchemy of myth and science Ashwin Sanghi gives us the sixth book in his Bharat series. As with all Ashwin’s books, the research is meticulous and the technical(ese) leaves one gasping as ‘The Vault of Vishnu’ takes the reader through the highs and lows of history, myth, physics, warfare technology, AI and biochemistry. – The Times of India

The Vault of Vishnu, like all of Ashwin’s books is a heady mix of history, myth, science and thrills. – The Hindu

Sanghi’s latest work uses his favourite tool – mythology, and blends it with history to deliver some “edge-of-the-seat action.” – Hindustan Times

About the Author

Ashwin Sanghi ranks among India’s highest-selling English fiction authors. He has written several bestsellers (The Rozabal Line, Chanakya’s Chant, The Krishna Key, The Sialkot Saga, Keepers of the Kalachakra) and two New York Times bestselling crime thrillers with James Patterson, Private India (sold in the US as City on Fire) and Private Delhi (sold in the US as Count to Ten). He has also co-authored several non-fiction titles in the 13 Steps series on Luck, Wealth, Marks, Health and Parenting.

Ashwin has been included by Forbes India in their Celebrity 100. He is a winner of the Crossword Popular Choice Award 2012, Amazon India Top-10 eBook 2018, Atta Galatta Popular Choice Award 2018, WBR Iconic Achievers Award 2018 and the Lit-O-Fest Literature Legend Award 2018.

He was educated at Cathedral and John Connon School, Mumbai, and St Xavier’s College, Mumbai. He holds an MBA from Yale University. Ashwin lives in Mumbai with his wife, Anushika, and his son, Raghuvir.

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List of Solar Companies in Pakistan

Solar energy has been in use for over a half-century now as a renewable source and hope to create a better future by generating clean electricity. Over time, more people have started relying on the Sun’s ability to power their homes and businesses since they have realized the importance of solar system installation and the need to save our earth from the pollution that fossil fuels produce. With the advancement in technology, solar panels have become more efficient and less expensive which has increased the number of people who are going solar for their and the Earth’s better future. With the increase in people interested in using solar power systems, the number of solar companies providing services has also amplified.

After extensive research, we have gathered a list of solar companies in Pakistan and compared their profiles, services, areas of operations, and reviews, so you know the best company to get solar solutions from.

Reon Energy Limited

Reon Energy is a part of Dawood Hercules Corporation and was started in 2012 with the head office based in Karachi. Reon has expanded with time, opening offices and services in other major cities of Lahore and Islamabad as well. Reon is one of the leaders in the sustainable energy market with a list of completed projects and the aim to be a Rs. 10 billion company by 2020.

Area of Operations

Reon Energy is a giant when it comes to industrial solar installations. Their focus of operations since it was founded has been the industrial sector, installing a massive project of 12.5MW at Fauji Cement Company Limited. Reon is currently not providing services to the residential sector which makes its area of expertise limited to the industrial installations of solar panels.

Customer Support and Maintenance

Reon Energy provides good customer support and maintenance services whenever you need them however it is again limited to only industrial consumers.

Net Metering

With its V1 certification from Alternative Energy Development Board (AEDB), Pakistan, Reon Energy is providing net metering services to its industrial and commercial consumers.

Financing

State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) initiated a solar financing program and Reon Energy facilitates its customers with any package of Industrial Solar Financing they require.

Contact Info

Phone: +92302-8241857

Email: info@reonenergy.com

Address: 3rd Floor, M.T. Khan Road, Karachi, Pakistan

Premier Energy (Pvt) Limited

Premier Energy (Pvt) Limited is the leading Solar Company in Pakistan with a vast network spread over the United Kingdom, China, Hongkong, and Pakistan. Premier group initiated its services in Pakistan in the year 2013 expanding rapidly with many customers in both the domestic and industrial sectors. Over time, Premier Energy has partnered with tier 1 brands of solar products to offer the best solar solutions at an affordable price to fulfill their aim of making Pakistan independent in energy generation by revolutionizing the energy sector.

Area of Operations

Premier Energy has been dealing with residential and industrial projects with equal importance and attention which has led the company to expand to more than 35 cities in Pakistan. To complete its goal of independent Pakistan in energy generation, the company has completed a huge list of residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural projects. With the biggest project of 4MW, Premier Energy has completed many industrial projects of more than 1MW and countless domestic projects of various capacities. Last but not the least, they even provide solar panel systems for water pumps in the agricultural sector and solar street light systems as well.

Customer Support and Maintenance

Premier Energy offers quick and very helpful customer service. The diligent staff is always available to assist regular and potential customers. The company offers a free quote facility for any kind of customer. It also offers long term support and maintenance facilities to its clienteles showing they do not forget their customers after solar system installation.

Net Metering

Being the AEDB certified V1 supplier of Solar Solutions, the company has more than 14% shares in the total KWs net-metered in Pakistan. They provide extensive solar net metering facilities which include the preparation of documents, application fulfillment, net metered system installation and everything in between.

Financing

Following State Bank of Pakistan’s Solar financing program, Premier Energy offers assistance in the whole process from application preparation, submission and installation so you can stay worry-free while they handle everything.

Contact Info

UAN: (042) 111-234-235

WhatsApp: +92-322-4-234-235

Email: info@premierenergy.com.pk

Address: 42 E/1, Ghalib Road, Gulberg III, Lahore, Pakistan.

SkyElectric Limited

SkyElectric was founded by Ashar Aziz, former board of chairman and founder of a cybersecurity company FireEye. Ashar has been awarded Sitara-e-Imtiaz for his services in the IT Industry. His expertise enabled SkyElectric to produce its very own Smart Solar System which no other solar company in Pakistan has done. SkyElectric also provides its cloud service to their consumer for the management of its solar system.

Area of Operations

With lots of innovation and their system, SkyElectric stepped into the market providing services to both commercial and residential clients. Their area of focus however is the domestic sector. They have completed a 1MW project and several other commercial projects with lower capacities. They have not much experience in providing services to the industrial sector.

Customer Support and Maintenance

SkyElectric facilitates its customers with good support and maintenance services. They have their networking center which is operating 24/7 to monitor the solar systems of businesses and customers who opt for this service.

Net Metering

Recently SkyElectric has also achieved the V1 certificate from AEDB, joining the ranks of market leaders to provide net metering facilities.

Financing

The company has financing options available for all the customers who want to choose SBP’s solar financing program.

Contact Info

Toll-free number: 0800 77 759 (SKY)

WhatsApp: +923441129977

Email: sales@skyelectric.com

Address: 33-A, Sector XX, Khayaban-e-Iqbal, Phase III, DHA, Lahore, Pakistan

Pantera Energy Limited

Pantera Energy Limited was founded and started its operation in 2013. Pantera Energy is the best among tier 2 solar companies in Pakistan and has been providing services to several clients belonging to the commercial, agricultural, and residential sectors. The company also gained recognition for its program of planting trees for every installation project they get.

Area of Operations

Pantera Energy has been focusing on residential and commercial projects. They have completed many domestic projects in Lahore, Islamabad, and Sialkot. The biggest project they have ever done is of 150 KW, however, the company has the talent to grow and do more projects.

Customer Support and Maintenance

The customer support and maintenance department of Pantera Energy consists of hardworking individuals keen to help.

Net Metering

Having a V1 certificate from AEDB, Pantera can provide net metering facilities to its consumers.

Financing

Pantera Energy works in cooperation with SBP’s program of solar financing which enables interested people to get solar systems installed with a loan from the bank.

Contact Info

Email: Contact@panteraenergy.pk          

Address: 13 Bridge Colony, Jail Road, Lahore Cantt.

Pakistan Solar Services

Paksolar is a tier 2 company that has been providing services to industrial, commercial, residential, and agricultural sectors as well. Paksolar stands out from other tier 2 companies because it offers wind energy solutions in addition to solar solutions. Paksolar, however, has never completed any big industrial project.

Area of Operations

Most of the work Paksolar has done so far is in residential and agricultural setup, however, when it comes to the industrial sector, their biggest project so far is of 60 KW. They also offer street light operations.

Customer Support and Maintenance

Paksolar offers phone and email support to their customers. They also provide after-sales maintenance services for their clients at a reasonable price.

Net Metering

Having a V2 certificate from AEDB, they can provide net metering with lower capacities.

Financing

Paksolar provides services under SBP’s solar financing program.

Contact Info

Phone: +92 21 3416 0010

Email: info@paksolarservices.com

Address: Suite 9, 3rd Floor, B.B. Mall. Opposite NED University, Gulistan-e-Johar, Block 1, Karachi-75290, Pakistan.

Author’s Choice:

In my opinion, Premier Energy is the best possible choice for an all-round operation since they have experience working in every sector. They have worked in residential, agricultural, commercial as well as the Industrial sector. SkyElectric is good however, they are quite young in experience when it comes to bigger projects and Reon Energy lacks expertise in smaller residential systems of 3-30 KWs. Their focus and expertise lie in the industrial sector while Premier Energy is like an old monk who has lots of experience in every field or is like a jack of all trades.

Pantera and Paksolar are good options, however, everyone wants to choose the best solar company for their project. The first three are the best in the field and my personal best goes to Premier Energy for their over the top quality, all-round services, affordable price, satisfactory customer support, and maintenance services. Every Company has a goal and I believe that Premier Energy’s goal to empower Pakistan is the greatest of all.

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Allama Iqbal (The Poet)

Every individual really wants to have a part in the development of his nation and Doc. Allama Iqbal done it well, and provided the idea of various state from where the folks of his faith lives simply, without the hurdle.

He served his life for the people of his region. Iqbal had a broader see that if his state obtain a spread legitimate entity then nothing can stay involving the development and us. He spread his messages through his successful extreme debates, poems, guide, etc. Hammer e dirah is his one of many famous book.

We can not find any poet who has therefore heavy see as the poet Iqbal was having because his kid hood. After he got late in the type, in his child-hood, the teacher requested him that why you come late in the class Iqbal.... then he softly and lightly believed to the instructor that " Iqbal generally comes late ".So you are taking into consideration the solution of Iqbal, and the instructor was also pleased by the answer of Allama Iqbal, that what he replied in this short age. As this is of "Iqbal " is " top amount of the achievement ", therefore he in other indicates, he said to the teacher that prime amount of accomplishment always takes time and comes late.

He aspects his educators more then him home, and generally provides all the credit of his achievement to his educators, which they shown me well, so today I'm in position in this state. He was a noble and pious person. Invest his all the life for the development of the new state which at the end started in 14 september 1947, in the form of pakistan. With the initiatives of all of the state and head Quid elizabeth Azam, Iqbal dreams the Pakistan and Quid e Azam makes the monitor with different leaders to become that dream real.

Though in the times of the British, the Muslims of the Indian sub-continent were destroyed in every possible indicating and facet of the word. However, there is something that proved the good luck and bundle of the Muslims vividly. The Indian Muslims were lucky enough to have a guru called Iqbal among them.

He was one of the best things that can occur to the Muslims of the times. In fact, this statement does work for the Muslim of times. What Allama Iqbal used and conducted properly was not a straightforward task. The Muslims of the sub-continent of the occasions were doomed in every guides of life. These were a improbable community with no education, no respectable jobs, number enlightenment, and without promise. This short article implores and considers how Allama Iqbal brought big improvements in the state of the Muslims of the times.

Doctor Friend Allama Muhammad Iqbal's living, ideas, values, ideologies, accomplishments, achievements and their impact on persons or even on countries generally is impossible to review in such a limited time and space..

Sialkot, a tiny town in the province of Punjab keeps the honor of being Allama Iqbal's start place in 1877. Sheikh Nur Muhammd, Allama Iqbal's father, being fully a pious and spiritual person herself, arranged most readily useful of spiritual and modern training he could.

Iqbal was qualified and groomed originally in the home by a well-known scholar of his instances, Syed Mir Hassan who furnished Allama Iqbal with the basic understanding of Urdu, Persian, Arabic, Record, Viewpoint and Islamic Studies, also acquiring and nourishing the ability of his poetry in their original stages, which lead Allama Iqbal to create the best of Urdu and Persian poetry of all times.https://allamaiqball.com/

He accomplished his Bachelor and Grasp levels with different distinctions and was appointed to Arabic readership in Oriental University Lahore. It absolutely was wherever he got his first Urdu distribution in 1903, i.e. The Knowledge of Economics or Ilm ul Iqtisad (Urdu translation).

But his untamed missions for knowledge soon lead him to Europe where his educational career culminated further in several well-known institutions, also becoming a barrister from Lincoln's Inn at London, England.

It absolutely was in Britain he got included practically in politics in 1908, chose as a person in executive committee for All India Muslim League of their British Chapter.He got back to subcontinent following his academic achievements to continue his careers in education and law.

All the while he extended with his poetry, Persian being the language of his prime interest rather than Urdu, as he believed Persian offered him more room of term for his philosophical thoughts.

Asrar-i-Khudi (1915) was his first graceful collection in Persian, used tightly by Rumuz-i-Bekhudi (1917), Payam-i-Mashriq, Zabur-i-Ajam, Javiadnama and Armaghan-i-Hijaz (1938). Most of these were in Persian but a tiny area of the last one included Urdu poetry as well.

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Srinagar, Indian-administered Kashmir - The family of Israr Ahmad Khan lived through the massacre of Jammu in what was then part of the princely state of Kashmir. He recalls that many of his relatives were killed during the violence that followed months after British rule over Indian sub-continent ended.

"My father was young then and other immediate family members were in Kashmir at that time. But many of my relatives were brutally killed," the 63-year-old told Al Jazeera.

"To be honest that was a mad period. There was no humanity shown at that time," Khan, who retired as senior police officer, said at his home in Jammu.

In November 1947, thousands of Muslims were massacred in Jammu region by mobs and paramilitaries led by the army of Dogra ruler Hari Singh.

The exact number of casualties in the killings that continued for two months is not known but estimates range from 20,000 to 237,000 and nearly half million forced into displacement across the border into the newly created nation of Pakistan and its administered part of Kashmir.

Khan said many of his relatives had escaped to Pakistan, where they continue to live. "The incident divided families. There were a lot of Muslims in Jammu but now you won't find many," he said.

The killings triggered a series of events, including a war between two newly independent nations of India and Pakistan, which gave birth to Kashmir dispute.

The killings took place when millions of Muslims, Hindus and Sikhs were crossing the border from the one side to the other, as part of British-designed plan to partition the subcontinent into India and Pakistan.

"The immediate impact (of partition) was in Jammu. The Muslim subjects from different parts of Jammu province were forcibly displaced by the Dogra Army in a programme of expulsion and murder carried out over three weeks between October-November 1947," Idrees Kanth, a fellow at International Institute of Social History in Amsterdam, who researched the 1940s history of Kashmir, told Al Jazeera.

In mid-October, the Dogra Army troops began expelling Muslim villagers from Jammu province. The refugees were sent on foot toward West Punjab (later to form part of Pakistan), where most were accommodated in refugee camps in the districts of Sialkot, Jhelum, Gujrat and Rawalpindi.

On November 5, Kanth said, the Dogra Army soldiers began another organised evacuation of the Muslims but "instead of taking them to Sialkot, as they had been promised, the trucks drove them to forest hills of Rajouri districts of Jammu, where they were executed".

Kanth added that there may have been a systematic attempt by the dying Dogra regime to ensure that records of the incident are destroyed and made it a lesser known massacre of the partition.

"I guess as happens with certain events, they got lost to history and resurface at a later time and in that sense they sort of rewrite our memory of the past. I would say the particular incident was sort of lost on us to a great extent until the post 1990s when the event was resurrected as yet another example of Dogra regime's communal politics," Kanth said.

'Demographic changes'

The historians say that the killings carried out by the Hindu ruler's army and Sikh army was a "state sponsored genocide" to bring out demographic changes in Jammu - a region which had an overwhelming population of Muslims.

"The massacre of more than two lakh (two hundred thousands) Muslims was state-sponsored and state supported. The forces from Patiala Punjab were called in, RSS (a right-wing Hindu organisation) was brought to communalise the whole scenario and kill Muslims," said PG Rasool, the author of a book The Historical Reality of Kashmir Dispute.

The Muslims, who constituted more than 60 percent of the population of Jammu region, were reduced to a minority after the killings and displacement.

He said that when the then Indian Prime Minister of India Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru and Kashmiri leader Sheikh Abdullah met a delegation of Muslims in Jammu, they were told about the "tragic events" but they preferred to remain silent.

"They didn't want that people in Kashmir - which had a Muslim majority from the beginning - should know about it because it could have led to demonstrations. The state from the beginning has tried to cover up it. I don't call it massacre but it was a staged genocide that is unfortunately not talked about," he said.

"They thought even if they lose Kashmir at least they should get Jammu and the only way was to have a Hindu majority."

Muhammad Ashraf Wani, a professor of History at the University of Kashmir, said that the Muslims in Jammu "do not talk about it because they fear for their survival".

"This is the worst tragedies in the history of Kashmir but unfortunately no one talks about it because the state doesn’t want anyone to remember it," Wani said.

Khurram Parvez, a noted human rights defender in Kashmir, told Al Jazeera that the perpetual conflict in Kashmir has its roots in 1947 massacre. "It is deliberately forgotten. Actually, the violence of that massacre in 1947 continues. Those who were forced to migrate to Pakistan have never been allowed to return," he said.

Five days after the Jammu killings, tribal militias from Pakistan’s North Western Frontier Province (now Khyber Pakhtunkhwa), where many of the Jammu Muslims had family ties, invaded Kashmir.

As the army of tribesmen rushed to Kashmir, the army of Dogra monarch fled to Jammu. The king Hari Singh signed the instrument of accession with New Delhi, which sent its army to fight the tribesmen.

The fighting of several weeks between tribesmen and Indian Army eventually led to first India-Pakistan war. When New Delhi and Islamabad agreed to a ceasefire in January 1948, the formerly princedom of Jammu and Kashmir was divided between the two countries.

The conflict born in 1947 has led to three wars between India and Pakistan. An estimated 70,000 people have been killed in the violence in past three decades since the armed revolt against Indian rule broke out in the region in 1989.