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Led by TV actor and environmentalist Tipu Sharif, local notables, residents, and children attend plantation drive.

The patriotic ad aims to imprint the message of acceptance and freedom in the hearts of every Pakistani

Close to Independence Day, we saw azadi sales at most shops in urban centres around the country

Chocolates and sweets were gifted to the children of all staff members

Google puts up a doodle while Facebook allows you to set your mood to 'celebrating Independence Day'

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The day will begin with special prayers for the progress of the country

Various programmes have been organised by the district govt

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The military’s media wing said the operation was carried out on the basis of credible intelligence

Nawaz says protest marches diverting attention away from national issues.

Students dressed in green and white chant Pakistan Zindabad.

The 215-foot flag was inspired by the National Flag Theme Park in India.

Prison officials organise football match for inmates to commemorate Independence Day.

Commodore Navaid Ashraf laid a floral wreath on the grave and was there for the change of guard.

UAF holds special events to mark Independence Day.

Flag-hoisting ceremonies held in several districts.

President Sardar Yaqoob criticises Imran, Qadri for destabilising country.

Displaced persons among those taking part in various events.

Divided between marches and march pasts, province puts up lacklustre events.

Dampened enthusiasm affects hawkers, vendors.

PML-N leaders, govt officials hoist flags, make speeches.

If someone were to tell me that Hinduism is greater in generosity or that Islam emits more love, I would beg to differ

For my family, the border between India and Pakistan has borne nothing but tears and heartaches.

War is with us in abundance. And 2014 is the hundred-year anniversary of the start of World War 1.

Celebrations kick off at President House where PM Nawaz, President Mamnoon and COAS Raheel are in attendance

Urges nation to build Pakistan as a democratic, moderate and progressive country.

A change of guards by the cadets of Pakistan Naval Academy is also expected on the occasion.

Fuel shortage and traffic blockades have impacted sales of flags and buntings.

1947, the year in which Pakistan was born, was also the year Canadian citizenship was created.

The chief guest commended the efforts of RAC.

Barrister, shop owner talk to The Express Tribune about the times leading up to Partition and the day of independence.

The 94-year-old was deprived of his most precious possession.

Prime minister pays tribute to soldiers participating in operation Zarb-e-Azb and the sacrifices of IDPs.

As August 14 approaches, most Pakistanis are filled with dread, despair and disillusionment.

I would rather aspire towards the Pakistan that could have been than lament the Pakistan that is.

Principally, nationalism anywhere can get suffocating, but more so in a country morphing into newer shapes.

Designer virtuosos Maheen Khan and Mahin Hussain allow you to revel in the spirit of Independence Day.

We share with you five fervour-able ways to pair various shades of green with white.

Each time we isolate different ethnic or religious groups from others, we sow seeds of alienation, separatism.

August 14 is a time for all democratic political forces to find some common ground.

Flag hoisting, speeches, sports activities held to mark the day.

TV channels toned down their transmissions in respect for the holy month of Ramazan.

Officials hoist flags; security concerns keep people at home; cellular services in Quetta blocked.

Underlines need for transparent elections for the continuity of democracy.

Envoys urge expatriate Pakistanis to strengthen ties with their hosts.

Colourful dresses and faces painted with the national flag’s colours made for a vibrant celebration.

They recalled their determination to achieve independence.

They expressed their love for the country by chanting slogans of ‘Pakistan zindabad’, dancing to Sindhi music.