Tag: 1947
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What messages did celebrities share on Pakistan’s Independence Day?
On Pakistan’s 77th Independence Day, the country’s patriotic spirit was reflected in the messages shared by celebrities across social media. As the country celebrated its eventful history and achievements, different people from the entertainment industry took the opportunity to express their pride in their nation. Here are some stories and messages shared by the celebrities:
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Woman lost during partition in 1947, meets Sikh brothers at Kartarpur
A woman who was separated from her family during the partition of the Indian subcontinent met her Sikh brothers at Kartarpur, reports Dawn. In 1947, Mumtaz Bibi was an infant who was lying on the dead body of her mother who was killed by violent mobs. Muhammad Iqbal and his wife, Allah Rakhi, adopted Mumtaz…
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Another family reunites at Kartarpur Corridor
A Christian family reunited after 75 years at the Kartarpur Corridor. They were separated during the partition of the sub-continent. Shahid Rafiq Matoo, a resident of Manawala in Nankana Sahib, along with his family met his relatives from India in Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur. It was the first time that both families have met since…