ISLAMABAD — Zakir Naik, the fugitive Islamic preacher, on Friday apologised for his recent remarks on Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) even as his controversial statements during the ongoing tour of Pakistan continue to draw severe criticism from people all over the country. Earlier this week, a video of Naik went viral on social media, in […]
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‘Disappointing, condemnable but not surprising’: MEA on Zakir Naik’s Pakistan visit
NEW DELHI — Conveying India’s ‘disappointment’ over the visit to Pakistan of controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described the visit as ‘condemnable’ but added it was not ‘surprising.’ MEA spokesperson Randheer Jaiswal made the statement at a press briefing on Friday. “We have seen reports that he has been […]
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif commends Zakir Naik for promoting Islam worldwide
ISLAMABAD — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday lauded eminent scholar Dr Zakir Naik’s exceptional efforts in spreading the true teachings of the Holy Quran and Hadith, besides promoting Islamic values worldwide. The prime minister warmly welcomed Dr Naik, expressing his admiration for his scholarly work. He said the entire Ummah was proud of him […]
Pakistan rolls out red-carpet for Islamic preacher Dr. Zakir Naik
ISLAMABAD — Islamic preacher Dr. Zakir Naik has arrived in Pakistan on Monday morning at the invitation of the Government of Pakistan, amid tight security for his lecture series at Islamabad, Karachi and Lahore. According to the Express Tribune, he is set to have public interactions across the country. He is accompanied by his son, […]
Eminent religious scholar Dr. Zakir Naik arrives in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD — Eminent religious scholar and public speaker Dr Zakir Naik on Monday reached Pakistan at the invitation conveyed by the government. During his stay in Pakistan, which will continue till October 28, Dr Naik will hold public gatherings in multiple cities, lead Friday prayers and is also expected to meet senior government officials. The […]