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Palestinians killed in Israeli air strike An Israeli air strike has killed one Palestinian and wounded two others, including a child, in the Gaza Strip, Palestinian medical sources said. Sheikh Hisham al-Saedini, 43, also known as Abu al-Waleed al-Maqdisi, one of the founding members of Salafist group the Mujahedeen Shura Council, was killed in a strike late on Saturday on the north Gaza town of Jabaliya, Palestinian security sources said. Fellow Salafist activist Fayek Abu Jazar, 42, died with him as they rode a motorbike. Two other people, one of them a 12-year-old boy, were wounded. A 12-year-old boy and a man who were near the motorcycle were wounded. The Israeli military spokesperson confirmed the attack, saying the Mujahedeen Shura Council was “responsible for terrorist activities”. Following the fatal strike, the air force also hit a training camp in Gaza City of the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, which controls the strip, Palestinian sources said. No casualties were reported.

Earlier on Saturday, the air force hit three targets in Gaza, hours after a rocket fired from the territory exploded near a house in southern Israel, sources on both sides said. “Aircraft targeted a terror activity site in the northern Gaza Strip, and two terror activity sites in the central Gaza Strip. Direct hits were confirmed,” a statement from the Israeli military said. “The sites were targeted in response to the rocket fire towards southern Israel.” Palestinian security officials said there were no casualties from the strikes, one of which

hit an unmanned training camp of the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades south of Gaza City. They said the other two hit open ground near the Nusseirat and Al-Bureij refugee camps in central Gaza, possibly used as rocket launch sites. On Friday night, a Grad rocket fired from Gaza exploded in the yard of a residential building in the southern Israeli town of Netivot, causing no injuries. The Mujahedeen Shura Council issued a statement saying it fired the rocket on Netivot.

There has been a flurry of tit-for-tat violence on the GazaIsrael border in recent days. On Thursday, Israeli warplanes raided a training camp of the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, several hours after two rockets were fired into southern Israel from Gaza. On Wednesday the Israeli air force struck targets in northern Gaza. The strikes came after rocket fire that was also claimed by the Mujahedeen Shura Council.

Earlier in the week, the armed wings of Hamas and Islamic Jihad launched a barrage of fire at southern Israel a day after warplanes raided the southern city of Rafah, causing casualties. Monday’s rocket fire by Hamas and Islamic Jihad marked a rare show of force given that the two groups normally observe a de facto truce on rocket fire on Israel.

The last time Hamas fired on Israel was during a flare-up in June. More than 150 rockets were fired at Israel, wounding five people. Israel hit back with air strikes that killed 15 Palestinians.

Source: Al-Jazeera

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HAJJ & EID Edition ‘Airstrikes’ pound Syrian rebel strongholds Syrian government warplanes have unleashed a series of airstrikes on opposition strongholds in the country’s -north, activists have reported. The raids were reported to have hit Idlib and Aleppo provinces on Tuesday, with activists describing them as some of the worst since rebels fighting to topple President Bashar al-Assad made advances in the region over the past week. Amateur videos claimed to show an airstrike on Maarat Herma in Idlib province and damaged buildings in Maarat al-Numan in the same province. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the pre-dawn air raids around Maaret al-Numan were the “most violent” since rebels captured the strategic town last week. The warplanes targeted the blockade of the highway to second city Aleppo, the theatre of intense fighting for the past three months, it said, adding rebels responded with anti-aircraft fire. Army shelling of nearby Kafr Nabal killed two children, aged six and 10, said the observatory, adding they were among at least 70 people who died in bloodshed across the country. Another five children under the age of six died along with two adults in shelling of homes at Mayadeen village in the eastern province of Deir Ezzor, added the Britain-based group.

“The army’s bombardments are killing the future of Syria,” observatory director Rami Abdel Rahman told the AFP news agency. Reports of the deadly airstrikes came as the UN-Arab League for Syria envoy called for a ceasefire in the country during the upcoming Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha. Lakhdar Brahimi made his call on Monday as he shuttled between Syria’s neighbours, which have been divided by the conflict. He was in Iraq after holding talks in Iran, a close ally of Assad.

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Myanmar scraps Islamic group’s office plan Myanmar’s government says it will not allow the Organization of Islamic Co-operation (OIC) group to open a liaison office after thousands of Buddhist monks and laymen marched in protest against the plan. Myanmar and the OIC agreed last month to open an office to provide aid for Muslims displaced by the fighting. The information ministry said on its website on Monday that the opening of the office would not be allowed because it was not wanted by Myanmar’s people. “We cannot accept any OIC office here,” Oattamathara, a monk leading the protests in Mandalay, Myanmar’s economic and cultural hub, told the AFP news agency.

A statement posted on the presidential website reflected this: “The government will not allow the opening of an OIC office as it is not in accordance with the desire of people.” Religious tensions are running high following Buddhist-Rohingya clashes in June in western Rakhine which left dozens of people dead and forced tens of

thousands to seek refuge in temporary shelters. Monks were at the vanguard of a 2007 pro-democracy uprising that was brutally crushed by the former junta. They have been involved in a series of protests against the OIC and Myanmar’s 800,000 stateless Rohingya, who are described by the UN as one of the world’s most persecuted minorities. Members of the 57-member OIC toured Rakhine last month after accusations from rights groups that security forces opened fire on Rohingya during the unrest, prompting concern across the Islamic world. Myanmar’s Rohingya, who speak a dialect similar to neighbouring Bangladesh’s Bengali language, are seen by the government and many Burmese as illegal immigrants. The tensions in Rakhine have spread to Bangladesh, where police said recently they had arrested nearly 300 people in connection with a wave of violence targeting Buddhist homes and temples.

Source: Al-Jazeera

Tense exchanges dominate Obama and Romney’s rematch debate U.S. President Barack Obama and his challenger, Republican Mitt Romney, sparred over jobs, energy policies, women’s issues and the attack on the U.S. Embassy in Libya in a feisty debate Tuesday night. The second presidential debate at Long Island, New York’s Hofstra University assumed a combative tone from the start, as the candidates attacked the effectiveness of each other’s plans to create jobs and revive the battered U.S. economy. In the town hall-style debate, a group of undecided voters, chosen by the Gallup polling group, took turns asking the candidates questions. Romney and Obama were able to freely move around an open stage this time around, which often placed them directly in each other’s faces during some tense exchanges. One of those clashes happened during a discussion of the recent attack on the U.S. Embassy in Benghazi, Libya, in which Ambassador Chris Stevens and three others were killed. As Romney hammered away at what he said were conflicting assessments from the Obama administration on the nature of the attack, Obama responded by saying that he had called it an “act of terror” the very next day.

Romney disputed that, but moderator Candy Crowley, CNN’s political correspondent, interrupted to say that Obama did, indeed, use those words in a speech.

The audience applauded, although they had been warned against any “outburst” during the debate. Obama also angrily reacted to Romney’s assertion that Democrats politicized the Libya attack, calling the notion “offensive.” The rivals often interrupted one another and talked over Crowley as she attempted to move on to the next question from the audience. The first question of the evening came from a first-time voter, a 20-year-old college student who wanted to know what his job prospects will be like after graduation. Romney assured him that, if he wins the election, millions of new jobs will be created. He touted his five-point job creation plan, which he said includes tax breaks for the middle class and investments in key industries.

Romney continued to hammer away at the unemployment rate during Obama’s first term and what he called wasteful spending by the current administration.

Obama retorted by saying that Romney doesn’t have a five-point plan, but a “one-point plan.” “And that plan is to

make sure that folks at the top play by a different set of rules,” he said. Obama said his administration has been serious about reducing the U.S. deficit, which means imposing tax increases on the wealthiest Americans. He also said he wants to build on the 5 million private sector jobs created in his first term by pushing for more manufacturing jobs.

Meanwhile, Romney reiterated his campaign promise to clear the path for small business to thrive in America. On the question of high gas prices, Obama touted renewable energy sources, including wind and solar, while Romney attacked the president for limiting oil drilling on federal land and shutting down coal plants. Romney said he would support North America-wide energy initiatives, including projects involving Canada.

Obama said he is also “all for (oil) pipelines,” but the U.S. cannot ignore “the other side of the equation” – renewable energy. The two men also discussed women’s issues, including equity in the workplace and access to contraception.

In response to Obama’s criticism of his stance on women’s health and reproductive issues, Romney said the president was off-base and that he believes that every woman in America should have access to contraception. Contraception and abortion have been hot-button issues in this presidential election campaign, with Obama asserting himself as the “pro-women” candidate in contrast to Romney’s belief that abortion is justified only in cases of rape, incest and when the mother’s life is in danger. With just three weeks until Election Day, Obama was under pressure to deliver a strong performance in the second round. Even Democrats have acknowledged that Obama was beaten in the first debate two weeks ago, appearing distracted while Romney was sharp and aggressive. But both professional pundits and armchair political observers gave Obama much higher marks Tuesday night. With polls showing a tight race for the White House, swaying the undecided voter is seen as key to winning the Nov. 6 election. After Tuesday night’s town hallstyle debate, the presidential candidates will have one more chance to square off on Oct. 22, at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Fla. Source: CTV News

Guard shot at Peace Arch crossing A lone gunman shot and wounded a female border guard at British Columbia’s Peace Arch border crossing on Tuesday afternoon before turning the gun on himself. The unnamed officer, who is believed to have been shot in the neck, was breathing when she was airlifted to Royal Columbian Hospital, Corporal Bert Paquet of the Surrey RCMP said on Tuesday.

‘Airstrikes’ pound Syrian rebel strongholds Syrian government warplanes have unleashed a series of airstrikes on opposition strongholds in the country’s -north, activists have reported.

The raids were reported to have hit Idlib and Aleppo provinces on Tuesday, with activists describing them as some of the worst since rebels fighting to topple President Bashar alAssad made advances in the region over the past week. Amateur videos claimed to show an airstrike on Maarat Herma in Idlib province and damaged buildings in Maarat al-Numan in the same province. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the pre-dawn air raids around Maaret al-Numan were the “most violent” since rebels captured the strategic town last week. The warplanes targeted the blockade of the highway to second city Aleppo, the theatre of intense fighting for the past three months, it said, adding rebels responded with anti-aircraft fire. Army shelling of nearby Kafr Nabal killed two children, aged six and 10, said the observatory, adding they were among at least 70 people who died in bloodshed across the country. Another five children under the age of six died along with two adults in shelling of homes at Mayadeen village in the eastern province of Deir Ezzor, added the Britain-based group. “The army’s bombardments are killing the future of Syria,” observatory director Rami Abdel Rahman told the AFP news agency. Reports of the deadly airstrikes came as the UN-Arab League for Syria envoy called for a ceasefire in the country during the upcoming Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha. Lakhdar Brahimi made his call on Monday as he shuttled between Syria’s neighbours, which have been divided by the conflict. He was in Iraq after holding talks in Iran, a close ally of Assad. While

in Baghdad, Brahimi said that the conflict in Syria represented a threat to world peace but denied he was seeking peacekeepers for the country. Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri alMaliki, meanwhile, called for quick progress in resolving the crisis and reiterated calls for a political solution, during talks with the veteran Algerian diplomat. After also meeting President Jalal Talabani and Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari, Brahimi told reporters that he discussed the Syrian conflict “and the danger it represents to its people, its neighbours and to world peace”. Iranian officials put forward proposals for a political transition during their meetings with Brahimi but they were for one supervised by Assad, Hossein Amir Abdolahian, Iran’s deputy foreign minister, said on Monday, something that is likely to be unacceptable to the Syrian opposition. Brahimi said he welcomed ideas from all sides. “We hope all these ideas gather into a project to put an end to the Syrian people’s nightmare,” he said. A Turkish disaster agency said on Monday that the number of Syrians fleeing the conflict in their homeland and seeking refuge in Turkey now exceeded 100,000. The AFAD agency said in a statement that there were now 100,363 Syrians at more than a dozen camps in Turkish provinces along the border. Turkey had previously said that it would be able to handle no more than 100,000 refugees and had called for safe zones to protect people on Syrian soil. Turkish officials have said, however, that the country will not close its doors to refugees if the number exceeds the threshold.

The revolt against the Syrian government now enters its 20th month with a death toll of more than 33,000.

Source: Al-Jazeera

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Philippines signs truce with Muslim rebels

The Philippine government and the largest Muslim rebel group have signed a preliminary peace pact that outlines steps to end the conflict in the country’s troubled south by 2016. Chief negotiators from both sides signed the “framework agreement”on Monday, in a nationally televised ceremony at the presidential palace attended by President Benigno Aquino, Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) chief Murad Ebrahim and Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, whose country helped broker the deal. The framework agreement calls for the establishment of a new autonomous region to be called Bangsamoro, or Muslim nation, in the southern region of Mindanao, by 2016. The United Nations, the United States and other countries have welcomed the roadmap, achieved after 15 years of on-again, offagain negotiations between the MILF and various Philippine administrations, as a rare chance for peace. However, the MILF’s leadership, as well as independent observers and foreign governments, have warned the path towards peace remains littered with obstacles, and that Monday’s signing does not guarantee an end to the conflict. “We feel honoured to be welcomed in Manila, but I must stress this is just the beginning of the peace journey,” Ebrahim’s deputy for political affairs, Ghazali Jaafar, told AFP news agency on Sunday before flying to the nation’s capital. Muslim rebel groups have been fighting for full independence or autonomy since the 1970s in Mindanao, which they consider their ancestral homeland from before Spanish Christians colonised the country in the 1500s. The estimated four to nine million Muslims are now a minority in Mindanao after years of Catholic immigration, but they remain a majority in some areas. Muslims would be a majority in the planned new autonomous region. The conflict has left huge areas of Mindanao, a resource rich and fertile farming region covering the southern third

of the Philippines, in deep poverty. It has also led to the proliferation of unlicensed guns and political warlords who battle over fiefdoms, while smaller but more militant Islamic separatist groups have been able to create strongholds in lawless areas.

Most of the 150,000 people estimated to have died in the conflict were in the 1970s, when an all-out war raged. A ceasefire between the MILF and the government in place since 2003 has largely kept the peace, but outbreaks of deadly violence have occurred over the past decade. The MILF is the biggest and most important remaining rebel group, after the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) signed a peace pact with the government in 1996.

That peace pact led to an autonomous region in Mindanao, but Aquino described it last week as a “failed experiment” because of massive corruption and worsening poverty there. The planned new autonomous region would replace the old one. Fresh attacks by the MNLF or small Islamic groups who still want independence are among the potential obstacles to the peace process. Another is potential opposition from Catholic politicians and business leaders. The nation’s parliament will have to approve the laws of the new autonomous region.

However, Aquino, who is one of the most popular presidents in the country’s history, has invested a lot of personal political capital in pushing for an end to the conflict. Experts have said that, unlike the unpopular Arroyo, Aquino may be able to convince the country’s Catholic majority to support autonomy for Muslims. The two sides have set 2016 as a deadline because that is when Aquino is required by the constitution to stand down after serving a single six-year term. The formal peace talks have been held in Malaysia, and last week’s announcement by Aquino that the “framework agreement” had been achieved came after months of intense negotiations in Kuala Lumpur.

Source: Al-Jazeera

Karadzic: I should be rewarded for war role Radovan Karadzic, the former Bosnian Serb wartime leader, has told the United Nations’ Yugoslav war crimes court that he should be should be rewarded for “reducing suffering”, not accused of carrying out war crimes. Appearing on the first day of his defence in The Hague on Tuesday, Karadzic told judges that he was innocent and was a “tolerant man” who had sought peace in Bosnia during the war from 1992-1995. Karadzic, 67, faces 10 charges of genocide and crimes against humanity during the war in the 1990s, including the Srebrenica massacre and the siege of Sarajevo. He was arrested in Belgrade in 2008, after almost spending 13 years on the run. Karadzic began his lengthy four-hour personal statement by saying he had done “everything within human power to avoid the war and to reduce the human suffering”. Karadzic has been allotted 300 hours for his defence and said he will call 300 witnesses to testify on his behalf. The names include Greek President Carolos Papoulias, who was Athens’ foreign minister during the Bosnian war. Karadzic has said Papoulias’ testimony could prove his innocence for the infamous shelling of Sarajevo’s Markale market on February 5, 1994, in which 67 people died. Karadzic said an investigation conducted by the Russian Colonel Andrey Demurenko, the chief of staff of the UN peacekeeping force, into a second attack on the same market in 1995 had concluded that Serbs “would not have fired the shells in that incident”. Having called the colonel as his first witness, Karadzic said the findings of his report had been “rejected as a source of information” as they went “in an unwanted direction”. One of the counts is his alleged role in masterminding the murder of nearly 8,000 Muslim men and boys by forces loyal to him in the eastern Bosnian enclave of Srebrenica in July 1995.

The massacre, when Bosnian Serb troops under the command of wartime general Ratko Mladic

overran Dutch UN peacekeepers, was the worst atrocity committed on European soil since World War II. Over the space of a few days, thousands were systematically executed and dumped into mass graves in the area. Karadzic’s legal adviser Peter Robinson said his client would argue that “no policy was being implemented (at Srebrenica)”, asserting that the former Bosnian Serb leader “did not know prisoners would be executed”. He added that Karadzic, who risks life imprisonment if convicted, would tell the judges that while he did not deny that people were killed in Srebrenica, he “challenges the scale of the massacre”. Prosecutors say Karadzic, Mladic and former Yugoslav president Slobodan Milosevic, acted together to “cleanse” Bosnian Muslims and Croats from Bosnia’s Serbclaimed territories after the collapse of Yugoslavia in 1991. Milosevic died midway through his own trial for genocide and war crimes in March 2006.

Karadzic is also charged for his alleged role in the siege of the Bosnian capital Sarajevo between May 1992 and November 1995 in which 10,000 people died under sniper and artillery fire. Like Mladic, he has also been charged for his alleged role in taking hostage UN observers and peacekeepers to use as human shields during a NATO bombing campaign against Bosnian Serb targets in May and June 1995.

Speaking to Al Jazeera in Sarajevo, Feda Bicakcic, a 28-year-old lawyer, said: “I think he knows he will be held responsible for his actions, and that his comments, about how he should be awarded for what he has done, are the words of a desperate man.” Zelimi Tjagic, an economist speaking in Banja Luka, told Al Jazeera: “I think there are few witnesses who can confirm on his behalf that he is not a war criminal and that, as president, he did not do the things for which he is charged.”

Source: Al-Jazeera

Iran says EU new sanctions are futile

Stringent new sanctions imposed by the European Union will not force Iran back into negotiations over its nuclear programme, Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Ramin Mehmanparast says. European Union governments imposed sanctions on Tuesday against major Iranian state companies in the oil and gas industry, and strengthened restrictions on the central bank, increasing financial pressure over Tehran’s nuclear programme. Among the more than 30 firms and institutions listed in the EU’s Official Journal as targets for asset freezes in Europe was the National Iranian Oil Company, one of the world’s largest crude exporters, and the National Iranian Tanker Company. Catherine Ashton, EU foreign policy chief, said on Monday that she hoped that increasing pressure on the Islamic Republic - suspected by western powers to be developing the capacity to build a nuclear weapon - would persuade officials to make concessions and resume talks “very soon”. But Mehmanparast rejected that possibility, saying “illogical” and “inhumane” sanctions would only make Iran more determined in its stance. Iran, a signatory of the nuclear Non-Profliferation Treaty, insists it is planning only to enrich uranium for power generation and medical purposes, and says its programme has no military purpose. “They don’t know the spirit of the Iranian nation,” Mehmanparast said. “These steps are mistakes and will have no results for them.” The EU, a bloc of 27 nations, banned imports of Iranian natural gas for the first time, though analysts point out that the sector had already been indirectly affected through previous sanctions on the central bank, making it difficult to trade and use Iranian currency. More than 30 corporate bodies and people, including Iran’s energy minister Majid Namjoo, are targeted in the latest sanctions, in which assets held in Europe will be frozen. Mohammad Marandi, a political analyst at the University of Tehran, told Al Jazeera that Iran had already begun to trade more with markets outside the EU in order to compensate. “Most of the sanctions that we’ve had in the past were much more extensive,” he said. “These are the loose bolts that they’ve now tightened. The Iranians have increased trade with countries in Asia, in Latin America and Africa, and much less trade with Europe nowadays. “Obviously, it does cause trouble. The fact that the Europeans - and the Americans - have imposed these sanctions is an attempt to prevent Iran from importing or exporting any goods, including medicine and foodstuff ... So Iranians basically see this as an attack and an assault on ordinary people.” But Parvin Alizadeh, professor of economics at Boston University in London, disagreed.

“These are the most far reaching sanctions since sanctions on the import of oil in July,” she told Al Jazeera. “The most important component of the new sanctions is the ban on the import of natural gas, which is an important source of foreign exchange for the government, and, hence, this will reduce government revenue, and it will also have an impact on the value of the local currency, the rial. “It will further accentuate the freefall of the rial, and it will have immense implications for the population, in terms of inflation - two or three digit inflation - which will affect the purchasing power of the ordinary people.”

Source: Al-Jazeera

Syria : Continued from pg 1 ia represented a threat to world peace but denied he was seeking peacekeepers for the country. Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, meanwhile, called for quick progress in resolving the crisis and reiterated calls for a political solution, during talks with the veteran Algerian diplomat.

After also meeting President Jalal Talabani and Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari, Brahimi told reporters that he discussed the Syrian conflict “and the danger it represents to its people, its neighbours and to world peace”.

Iranian officials put forward proposals for a political transition during their meetings with Brahimi but they were for one supervised by Assad, Hossein Amir Abdolahian, Iran’s deputy foreign minister, said on Monday, something that is likely to be unacceptable to the Syrian opposition.

Brahimi said he welcomed ideas from all sides. “We hope all these ideas gather into a project to put an end to the Syrian people’s nightmare,” he said. A Turkish disaster agency said on Monday that the number of Syrians fleeing the conflict in their homeland and seeking refuge in Turkey now exceeded 100,000. The AFAD agency said in a statement that there were now 100,363 Syrians at more than a dozen camps in Turkish provinces along the border. Turkey had previously said that it would be able to handle no more than 100,000 refugees and had called for safe zones to protect people on Syrian soil. Turkish officials have said, however, that the country will not close its doors to refugees if the number exceeds the threshold. The revolt against the Syrian government now enters its 20th month with a death toll of more than 33,000. Source: Al-Jazeera

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TRUE IMPLICATION OF ‘HAJJ’ IN ISLAM

‘Eid-ul-Fitr’ and ‘Eid-ul-Adha’ (called the ‘Eid-ul-Zuha’ also) are the two most significant festivals of the Muslim community across the globe. Both Eids are celebrated throughout the world with the extreme religious reverence by the followers of Islam. Whereas the ‘Eid-ul-Fitr’ is fêted to commemorate the completion of the fasting of the month of Ramzan the ‘Eid-ul-Adha,’ on the other hand, is associated with the Hajj (religious pilgrimage to Mecca) and sacrificing an animal in the name of Allah (SWT). As per the time-honored tenet of Islam, every Muslim is expected to embark on one pilgrimage at the minimum, in their lifetime if they can afford it.

The Hajj is commanded in the Sanctified Quran in the following words: “And pilgrimage to the House is a duty unto God for mankind, for him who can find the way thither” (3:97) - and its rites were established by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), but the Muslim tradition dates it back to Adam and Abraham, who were instructed by the angels in the performance of the rites.

As with the fasting, exceptions have been specifically ordained for those individuals, who are physically or financially unable to fulfill the obligation, and one is actually commanded not to proceed to the Hajj if to do so would bring about any hardship for his or her family. However, those unable to go by themselves may fulfill their obligation by sending someone in their stead. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) himself performed Hajj only once in his life, as one of his last

public acts of worship, and that too, shortly before His death. At this occasion, he delivered an eloquent sermon (published in this issue), which encapsulated principles of ethics and morality and the message of Islam.

Every year, Hajj unifies the Islamic fraternity by bringing together the believers of Allah (SWT), from all over the world to worship Him together at one geographical location, according to the rules prescribe

by Him. Most of the communities across the world are facing disintegration into sects and sub sects, as a consequence of a number of variations amongst the thinking and viewpoints of their spiritual headmen, may those be of the diminutive nature only.

The mammoth gathering of millions on Muslims at one common place of religious worship is, indeed, a very confirmatory and the commendable stride to gear up integration and solidarity in the different shades of the Muslim Ummah. When Muslims from different countries get together and interact with one another as the members of the same fold, the feelings and mindset of oneness stands cultivated and spontaneously a sentimental relationship gets developed amongst them, which is the prerequisite for the unity, affinity and harmony of any community. Hajj witnesses the world’s greatest example of eliminating social discrimination and any other human differences.

Ultimately, Hajj purifies body, mind & soul of the pilgrims which are the prerequisites of the spiritual elevation of the human beings.. Upon arrival at the boundary of Mak-

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Condemning the attack on Malala Yusufzai By: Mr.Aftab Alam Vancouver This morning I woke up to a very sad news that Malala Yusufzai had been shot by some terrorists. She was on her way to school when it happened. All Pakistanis in particular and others who knew of her feeling the same way as I do, I join them and pray and hope that she recovers and gets back to normal life. She was struck by these terrorists yesterday 12:15 am Pakistan time. She was On her way to school with her fellow classmates when she was shot.

Two terrorists stopped their van and asked who was MALALA. She told him she was Malala.

At that point he shot her in the head. The bullet has traveled from the forehead down towards the neck and there is lots of swelling. Doctors have suggested that she must be flown out of the country to England or some other place where a proper operation can take place. That way there is good possibility that her life can still be saved. The tragic part is that very precious 24 hours have been wasted in deciding that she should be sent abroad while she still lies in Pakistan. She could have been in England in eight hours and maybe operation would have taken place quite some time ago. I cannot understand this kind of dilly dally on part of the government.

She is the same brave and courageous girl

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who, last year, made her name when she was writing to BBC World. She is from Sawat in PK province of Pakistan. In Sawat she comes from a very small village Mangora. At that time the terrorists had said that they will not let the girls go to school and get educated.

She defied that and challenged them that she will get the education and will go to any extent to do that. And she used to write almost every day to BBC and was the recipient of an award from BBC for standing up against the terrorists and for women’s education in Pakistan. She became so well known around the world as she was awarded by BBC. She was also recognized by the government of Pakistan and was honoured and given an award by the last Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani. She also broadcast to the world on BBC from Mangora urging the need and importance of education for girls not only in Pakistan but around the world. She had also been invited and spoke on various channels of television within Pakistan. This all she did when she was only 13 years old.

Today all the Pakistanis young and old are sad because of what happend to Malala Yusufzai. All the political leaders of almost every major political party have come out condemned this haneous act of terrorism and offered to pay all the expenses of her treatment. This is

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kah, the pilgrims enter the state of Ihram, a the symbol of purity and equalityin which they will remain throughout the period of Hajj. The males entering this pure state do wear the Ihram garments - two white, flawless sheets wrapped around the body.

This aspect of the rite not only signifies the state of holiness the pilgrims have entered, but it further denotes the feeling of equality and unity amongst the pilgrims by removing their visual indicators of class, wealth and culture. Physical cleanliness alone is devoid of any sense in the absence of the transparency of one’s mind (thoughts) and religious uplift. It includes the state of one’s altitude from the worldly desires.

Hence, this purity is the prime objective of Ihram, which every Muslim must stick to, not during the Hajj alone, but even after his return there from.

Allah (SWT) has prescribed various rules pertaining to the control of the five senses during Hajj. Sight, Hearing, Taste, Smell and Touch are the five key senses that often control human life and behavior. These senses are of enormous benefit to the human beings if utilized affirmatively and in appropriate manner, but there misuse in any way often leads to the dilapidation of human character, which in return has devastating effects on shaping our personalities in good mental mold. Undertaking of the Hajj and the fulfillment of all the prescribed religious requirements thereat provided us the best possible opportunity to streamline all our five senses in the positive direction.

Hajj also teaches Discipline and forbearance to all. While it is performing Tawaf of Ka’ba or running seven times between the small mountains of Safa and Marwa, the observance of the rites of Hajj in the faithful manner, keeps the pilgrims very close to the purity of mind, which is the solitary mode to acquire the vicinity of God. The throwing of pebbles at “Jamarat”, representing the devil, is described by Imam Ghazali as “an expression of the pilgrim’s intention to obey Allah’s commandment, and a demonstration of his humility and servitude to Him.” Besides, it teaches two important aspects of human life stated above, which are primarily the key ingredients of the cultural advancement of the human beings.

May Allah (SWT) accept the Hajj of all pilgrims this year and return them safely to their homes, spiritually purified and elevated (Ameen). At the same time, all of us who did not go for Hajj this year, should still embrace the message it cultivates – unity, self-control and unconditional submission to Allah (SWT). By embracing these Islamic values, we will indeed understand the real significance of Eid-ul-Adha and can celebrate it in its true spirit.

Waan laysa lil insani illa ma’ sa’aa That man can have nothing but what he strives for.

O P I N I O N S commendable on the part of those who have offered to pay for her treatment but pressure must be maintained that she should be flown out of the country as soon as possible.

At this young age she was kind of a visionary. She wanted to be a politician when she grew older because she thought that the best way to serve the public is by being in politics. Because it is the parliament where all the laws are made and if one can contribute in those laws and make them public friendly it could change the world. Once again I condemn the attack on Malala Yusuf and offer my sympathy to her parents and family in this grave hour. May Allah look after her and she come back home from England in good health.

Malala Yousafzai is everyone’s Daughter By: Mahmood Awan Richmond The cowardly attack on 14 year old Malala Yousafzai and another girl from Mingora, Pakistan has been condemned all over the world. Malala was on her way home from school when a Taliban gunman asked for her by name and came up to her and shot her in the head and neck. This assassination attempt on Malala was in response for her position

on education for girls and women’s rights.

She came to the public’s attention three years ago when she wrote a diary for the BBC about life under the Taliban. The courage of this young girl to fight for the right to an education was looked upon by the Taliban as the promotion of western culture and her goal for education rights as an “obscenity.”

In 2011, Malala was nominated for the International Children’s Peace Prize and she was also awarded Pakistan’s first National Youth Prize.

Malala’s compassion and bold optimism is in stark contrast to the brutality and utter violence of the Taliban. The Taliban did not hesitate to take credit for the shootings and vowed to kill her. Her family has been supporting her in defying the Taliban’s threats.

The Pakistan’s Army Chief has condemned the vicious attack and the “twisted ideology” of the Taliban.

Malala Yousafzai has received support from world leaders from UN Secretary General Ban-Ki-Moon to President Barack Obama.

Malala is everyone’s daughter and she is every parent’s hope and dream for the future of our daughters around the world.

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Significance of The Last Sermon of The Holy Prophet (PBUH)

The farewell Pilgrimage of the Holy Prophet (SAW) may rightly be called the culminating point in his Prophetic career. It was the sixty-third year of the Prophet’s life which coincided with the close of the 10th of Hijra that he decided to perform Hajj, which in history, goes by the name of Hajja-tul-Wada.

The Prophet’s mission, had, by this time, been completed to all intents and purposes.

To a people steeped in ignorance, he gave light and inspired them with belief in Allah, the sole Creator, Master and Sustainer of the Universe. To a disunited mass, engaged in perpetual warfare, he gave unity of thought and action. He had revealed the love of God and His will to mankind and had given it a visible expression by founding a society on the basis of righteousness, piety and Godconsciousness, the like of which is not to be found in the whole history of mankind. In short, Syedna Muhammad (SAW) had delivered to human race the final Truth with all its necessary implications.

The completion of His prophetic mission implied His departure from this earthly home to the heavenly abode. The Holy Prophet (SAW) had clearly visualised it. He, therefore, decided to give the finishing touch to his massive work and imprint its salient points on the minds of his devoted followers so that they might always keep before them the system of life-values enunciated by Islam. It was with this object in view that messages were sent to all parts of Arabia inviting people to join him in this great Pilgrimage.

Five days before Dhu-al-hijjah, the Holy Prophet (SAW) put on Ahram, the pilgrim’s garb, and set out to Makkah with more than 114,000 Muslims. All his wives accompanied him. As he rode, he recited “Labbaik!

Allahumma Labbaik! Labbaika Laa shareeka Lak, Inna lHamda wan na’imata lakaa wal mulk, laa shareeka lak” signifying, “Here I am at Thy service, here I am, O’ Lord, here I am to declare that there is no partner with Thee. All praise and blessings belong to Thee

and all sovereignity is Thine. I am here at Thy service, and Thou hast no partner, O’ Allah.” As the Holy Prophet recited the above call, all his Companions repeated the same loudly.

The Holy Prophet (SAW) reached Makkah on the 5th of Dhu-al-Hijjah. He made seven circuits (tawaf) of the Ka’bah, offered two rak’ats of prayer at ‘Maqam-e-Ibrahim’ and climbing the Mount of Safa declared, “There is no god but Allah, He has no partner, all sovereignty and praise belong to Him. He gives life and brings death. He is All-Powerful and Supreme over everything.”

On the 8th of Dhu-al-Hijjah, the Prophet (SAW) left with his Companions for Mina and spent the night there, and on the 9th, after the Fajr, morning prayer, He proceeded to Plains of Arafat where he delivered the famous sermon which we have the honour to present below.

The sermon of the Holy Prophet (SAW) is not only remarkable for its eloquence, but it contains a sublime message for the whole of the human race. It was a declaration of Human Rights and moral values, a charter of Women Rights. The world has not been able to lay down better principles of ethics and morality than those enunciated in it. Every word of it breathes a spirit of magnanimity and aims at establishing righteousness and fair dealing among men on a workable basis.

It establishes brotherhood among Muslims irrespective of the divergence of their geographical, racial and colour backgrounds and provides an outline of a social order, perfectly free from oppression and injustice.

It was the declaration of Finality of Syedna Muhammad’s Prophethood, the religion was being perfected by this Final Message from The Creator to his creatures for all times to come.

THE LAST SERMON

“All praise is due to Allah, so we praise Him, and seek His pardon and we turn to Him. We seek refuge with Allah from the

evils of ourselves and from the evil consequences of our deeds. Whom Allah guides aright there is none to lead him astray; and there is none to guide him aright whom Allah leads astray. I bear witness that there is no God but Allah, the One, having no partner with Him. His is the sovereignty and to Him is due all praise. He grants life and causes death and is Powerful over everything. There is no God but Allah, the One; He fulfilled His promise and granted victory to His bondsman, and He alone routed the confederates (of the enemies of Islam).

O People, lend me an attentive ear, for I know not whether after this year, I shall ever be amongst you again. Therefore listen to what I am saying to you very carefully and take these words to those who could not be present here today.

O People, just as you regard this month, this day, this city as Sacred, so regard the life and property of every Muslim as a sacred trust.

Return the goods entrusted to you to their rightful owners. Hurt no one so that no one may hurt you. Remember that you will indeed meet your LORD, and that HE will indeed reckon your deeds. ALLAH has forbidden you to take usury (interest), therefore all interest obligation shall henceforth be waived.

Your capital, however, is yours to keep. You will neither inflict nor suffer any inequity.

Allah has Judged that there shall be no interest and that all the interest due to Abbas ibn ‘Abd’al Muttalib (Prophet’s uncle) shall henceforth be waived...

Beware of Satan, for the safety of your religion. He has lost all hope that he will ever be able to lead you astray in big things, so beware of following him in small things.

O People, it is true that you have certain rights with regard to your women, but they also have rights over you. Remember that you have taken them as your wives only under Allah’s trust and with His permission. If they abide by your right then to them belongs the right to be fed and clothed in kindness. Do treat your women well and be kind to them

Procedure of the Sacrifice

The offering of sacrifice (‘udhiyyah or qurbaani) is of very great virtue.

The Prophet (Sallallaahu ‘Alayhi wa sallam) is reported to have said that during the days of Dhil Hijjah no other thing is dearer to Allah than the qurbaani (sacrifice) and during these days this good act is better than all others. Every drop of blood that falls is accepted by Allah before it reaches the ground and for every hair of the sacrificial animal, one virtue is recorded for one who offers the sacrifice!

Therefore, qurbaani should be done with pleasure and a joyous heart. If anyone has the means, then it is desireable for him to offer sacrifice for the Prophet (Sallallaahu ‘Alayhi wa sallam), his wives and other pious Muslims, and also one’s deceased parents and relatives so that their souls may also benefit by this reward. If a person is able but does not offer qurbaani at least for himself, then it will be not only a misfortune but a sin.

The method of performing the qurbaani is to lay the animal down on the ground with the head towards the Ka’bah and recite the following du’a: ‘Verily I divert my attention to the Lord Who has created the heavens and the earth: (I do so) as one by nature upright, and I am not of the idolaters.

Truly my prayer, my sacrifice, my life and my death are all for Allah the Lord of the Worlds – He has no partner and thus am I commanded and I am the first of those who surrender to Him. Oh Allah! (This sacrifice is) from You and for You; In the name of Allah. Allah is the Greatest!’

Then, while reciting Bismillahi Allahu akbar, cut the throat of the animal and then recite the following prayer: O Allah! Accept this from me as You accepted it from Your beloved Muhammad and Your befriended Ibrahim, peace and blessings be upon them both.

• It is most undesireable to slaughter an animal with a blunt knife because it is extremely painful for the animal. It is also execrable to remove its skin or to break its bones before the animal is cold.

• The period of sacrifice is on any of the 3 days of Eid-ul-Adha but the best time of sacrifice is the first day and then the second.

• Offering of the sacrifice should be done after the prayer, not before.

• The sacrifice is to be performed by anyone who fulfils the requirements of giving Sadaqatul-Fitr.

• The sacrifice of goat, sheep, bull, buffalo or camel – whether male or female – is permissible.

• One-third of the sacrificed meat should be given in charity to the poor and the rest is to be consumed by oneself and given as a gift to relatives and friends. However, if less than one-third is given in charity, it will not be a sin.

Volume 2, Book 26, Number 594: Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet was asked, “Which is the best deed?” He said, “To believe in Allah and His Apostle.” He was then asked, “Which is the next (in goodness)?” He said, “To participate in Jihad in Allah’s Cause.” He was then asked, “Which is the next?”

He said, “To perform Hajj-Mabrur. “ for they are your partners and committed helpers. And it is your right that they do not make friends with any one of whom you do not approve, as well as never to be unchaste.

O People, listen to me in earnest, worship ALLAH, say your five daily prayers (Salah), fast during the month of Ramadan, and give your wealth in Zakat. Perform Hajj if you can afford to.

All mankind is from Adam and Eve, an Arab has no superiority over a non-Arab nor a nonArab has any superiority over an Arab; also a white has no superiority over black nor a black has any superiority over white except by piety and good action. Learn that every Muslim is a brother to every Muslim and that the Muslims constitute one brotherhood. Nothing shall be legitimate to a Muslim which belongs to a fellow Muslim unless it was given freely and willingly. Do not, therefore, do injustice to yourselves.

Remember, one day you will appear before ALLAH and answer your deeds. So beware, do not stray from the path of righteousness after I am gone.

O People, no prophet or apostle will come after me and no new faith will be born. Reason well, therefore, O People, and understand words which I convey to you. I leave behind me two things, the QURAN and my example, the SUNNAH and if you follow these you will never go astray.

All those who listen to me shall pass on my words to others and those to others again; and may the last ones understand my words better than those wsho listen to me directly. Be my witness, O ALLAH, that I have conveyed your message to your people”.

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Pakistan desires stronger defence ties with GCC: PM

Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf said that Pakistan has been working for an early conclusion of free trade agreement (FTA) with the Gulf Cooperation Council and expressed the desire to further strengthen defence cooperation.

During his meeting with the king of Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifah, on the sidelines of the Asian Cooperation Dialogue (ACD) Summit on Oct 16, the premier said that the two countries enjoy close, cordial and friendly relations based on mutual trust and understand-

ing. He said that Pakistan attaches great importance and was keen to strengthen its relations with Bahrain.

Raja commended King Hamad’s endeavour to promote understanding among various segments of society and to resolve the problems of his people through dialogue.

He noted that Pakistan diaspora was significantly contributing to the development and progress in Bahrain both in public and private sectors. He said that 65,000-strong Pakistani expatriate community in Bahrain is an asset for both the countries. He also thanked Bahrain for taking care of the Pakistani community. Raja said that economic and trade relations between the two countries have been steadily improving, however, they were well below the real potential. He said it is the need of the hour to improve this by availing existing opportunities.

The prime minister sad it was important to hold meetings of the Bilateral Consultations and Joint Ministerial Commission as they were long overdue. Raja also extended an invitation to King Hamad to visit Pakistan, which he accepted. The monarch said Pakistan was his second home and thanked the government and people of Pakistan for their continued support. Prime Minister

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US freezes assets of 3 Pakistanis linked to Taliban, terrorists The US Treasury said on Oct 16, it had frozen the assets of three Pakistan-based individuals suspected of backing the Taliban and other terrorist organisations in Pakistan and Afghanistan, including one man linked to a failed attack in New York.

Treasury said it froze all US assets and prohibited any US individuals from doing business with Maulvi Adam Khan Achekzai, Aamir Ali Chaudhry and Qari Ayyub Bashir. Adam and Chaudhry were involved in the production of bombs for the Taliban and the Tehreek-eTaliban Pakistan (TTP), the treasury said in a statement.

Bashir coordinated financial support for the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) in Afghanistan and Pakistan, it said.

“As these designations demonstrate, we will continue to work to dismantle the terrorist support networks operating in Afghanistan and Pakistan, paying special attention to those involved in the manufacture of IEDs (improvised explosive devices),” said David Cohen, US undersecretary for terrorism and financial intelligence.

Treasury said Chaudhry was an electronics and explosives expert with the TTP, Adam was a key figure for the Taliban, responsible for the production of IEDs and suicide vests, and Bashir, whom the US Treasury named as head of finance for the IMU, was suspected of marshalling funds from sources in Turkey and Europe to finance IMU attacks in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

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When this issue reaches your hands, everyone will be busy in preparing for Eid-ul-Adha celebrations.

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#36 1170 LANSDOWNE DR, COQUITLAM

Immac, end unit 2-level fully renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom with big private backyard. Awesome quality complex-PERFECT for the growing family. Large kitchen with extra eating area. This fine unit has it all... new paint, fixtures,flooring, Fully renovated bathroom... too long to list - you MUST see! Very functional and well laid out plan with large rooms, Walk to shopping, schools, transit, good for commuters... all round BEST buy in the area. Call today - as this will sell fast.

Monday to Friday 9:30am-6:00pm Friday (Closed for Juma Prayer) Saturday 11 - 6 pm Sunday By Appointment only

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$339,900 6738 150B ST, SURREY

Must see 3 Level home located in a quiet cul-de-Sac. This exceptional 6800 sqft lot. Featuring all of the best, including 7 bedrooms, den on main, 6 bathrooms, Games room, extra wok/spice kitchen, granite counters in the kitchen, All high end finishing, this home has it all, loads of crown mouldings, laminate flooring, pot lights and drop ceilings, High Ceilings in entry, living room areas. One look and you will fall in love, this home shows a 10'. Walk-out daylight basement with (2+1) bdrm suites. There are too many great features to list, so call and come see this beauty for yourself!

$719,000 7622 6TH ST, BURNABY EAST

One of the best ethnic stores in Town with lots of other options, dry good, from meat etc. Good family Business. Halal meat and grocery store with walking cooler and freezer, Multiple meat machines, and much more. Established business of 5 years.

Located in a great location. 7622 6th ST Burnaby Bc. Price includes inventory plus machinery, a very good family business do not let it go.

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Volume 12 Issue 321 Dhul Hijjah 3, 1433 AH / October 19, 2012

The Story of Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S)

By: Shawana Aziz The story of Ibrahim(AS) is greatly associated with Hajj because the origin of Hajj is as old as the Kaaba, which was built by Ibrahim(AS) and his son, Ismail (AS) .

Every act of Hajj reminds us of the noble family of Ibrahim since every act of Hajj refers back to the righteous actions and struggle of either Ibrahim (AS) , his wife Hajrah or his son Ismail (AS) .

The history of this family teaches spiritual lessons of complete devotion to Allah and sincerity to Him. It holds an enlightening message for everybody, a father, a mother, a son and a wife.

The childhood of Ibrahim (AS) Prophet Ibrahim (AS) was born in a family of idolaters but from early childhood, he was endowed with spiritual understanding.

Allah enlightened his heart and mind and gave him wisdom: “We bestowed aforetime on Ibrahim(AS) his rectitude of conduct, and well were We acquainted with him. (as to his belief in the Oneness of Allah)” [Surah Al Anbiya 21:51] One day, Ibrahim looked at the sky (Quran says): “So also did We show Ibrahim(AS) the power and the laws of the heavens and the earth, that he might (with understanding) have certitude. When the night covered him over, He saw a star: He said: “This is my Lord.” But when it set, He said: “I love not those that set.” When he saw the moon rising in splendor, he said: “This is my Lord.”

But when the moon set, He said: “Unless my Lord guide me, I shall surely be among those who go astray.”

When he saw the sun rising in splendor, he said: “This is my Lord; this is the greatest (of all).” But when the sun set, he said: “O my people! I am indeed free from your (guilt) of giving partners to Allah. “For me, I have set my face, firmly and truly, towards Him Who created the heavens and the earth, and never shall I give partners to Allah.”” [Surah Al An’am 6:75-79] Thus, Ibrahim(AS) rejected the worship of all celestial bodies, which people venerated and worshiped and therefore: “His people disputed with him. He said: “(Come) ye to dispute with me, about Allah, when He (Himself) hath guided me? I fear not (the beings) ye associate with Allah: Unless my Lord willeth, (nothing can happen). My Lord comprehendeth in His knowledge all things. Will ye not (yourselves) be admonished? “How should I fear (the beings) ye associate with God, when ye fear not to give partners to God without any warrant having been given to you?

Which of (us) two parties hath more right to security? (tell me) if ye know.” [Surah Al An’am 6:80-81] It was in his childhood that Ibrahim argued with his father, who was not only an ordinary idolater, but he totally rejected the existence of Allah.

“Lo! Ibrahim(AS) said to his father Azar: “Takest thou idols for gods? For I see thee and thy people in manifest error.”” [Surah Al An’am 6:74] “Behold, he said to his father: “O my father! why worship that which heareth not and seeth not, and can profit thee nothing?

“O my father! to me hath come knowledge which hath not reached thee: so follow me: I will guide thee to a way that is even and straight. “O my father! serve not Satan: for Satan is a rebel against (Allah) Most Gracious. “O my father! I fear lest a Penalty afflict thee from (Allah) Most Gracious, so that thou become to Satan a friend.”

(The father) replied: “Dost thou hate my gods, O Ibrahim? If thou forbear not, I will indeed stone thee: Now get away from me for a good long while!”

Ibrahim said: “Peace be on thee: I will pray

to my Lord for thy forgiveness: for He is to me Most Gracious. “And I will turn away from you (all) and from those whom ye invoke besides Allah: I will call on my Lord: perhaps, by my prayer to my Lord, I shall be not unblest.”” [Surah Maryam 19:42-48] He also argued with a skeptic, who claimed to be god (according to what the commentators said, he was Namrud, the King of Babylon): Allah says in the Quran: “Hast thou not turned thy vision to one who disputed with Ibrahim about his Lord, because Allah had granted him power? Ibrahim said: “My Lord is He Who Giveth life and death.” He said: “I give life and death”.

Said Ibrahim: “But it is Allah that causeth the sun to rise from the East: Do thou then cause him to rise from the West.” Thus was he confounded who (in arrogance) rejected faith. Nor doth Allah Give guidance to a people unjust.” [Surah Al Baqarah 2:258] The Migration of Ibrahim (AS) Prophet Ibrahim did his best to make his people heedful of the Oneness of Allah, and to worship Him alone. He bade them to firmly renounce the worship of idols.

He tried every means possible to convince them. However, their arrogance would not allow them to admit their foolishness.

Ibrahim realized the senselessness of their beliefs, when: “(The father) replied: “Dost thou hate my gods, O Ibrahim? If thou forbear not, I will indeed stone thee: Now get away from me for a good long while!” Ibrahim said: “Peace be on thee: I will pray to my Lord for thy forgiveness: for He is to me Most Gracious. “And I will turn away from you (all) and from those whom ye invoke besides Allah: I will call on my Lord: perhaps, by my prayer to my Lord, I shall be not unblest.”” [Surah Maryam 19:46-48] And he said (after his rescue from the fire): “He said: “I will go to my Lord! He will surely guide me! “ [Surah Al Saffat 37:99] And he left his father’s house and abandoned his people and what they worshiped!! He migrated with his wife, Sarah, to a city called Ur, then to another called Haran, Palestine and then to Egypt calling people to believe in Allah.

The Birth of Ismail (AS) Sarah, the (first) wife of Ibrahim was sterile. Ibrahim(AS) invoked Allah for a child saying: “O my Lord! Grant me a righteous (son)!”

[Surah Al Saffat 37:100] It happened that Sarah offered her husband to Hajrah in marriage.

“So We gave him the good news of a boy ready to suffer and forbear.” [Surah Al Saffat 37:101] Hajrah gave birth to his first son, Ismail , when Ibrahim was at the age of eighty-six. The name, Ismail (AS) itself comes from the root word ‘Samia’ meaning ‘to hear’, because Allah heard and answered the invocation of Ibrahim(AS) .

The Migration of Ibrahim (AS) with Hajrah and Ismail (AS)

Allah commanded Prophet Ibrahim to leave his second wife, Hajrah and their newly born son, Ismail, alone in an un-inhabited,

barren valley. So, Ibrahim (AS) asked his wife, Hajrah to prepare for a long journey.

They walked through cultivated land, deserts and mountains, until they reached the desert of the Arabian peninsula and came to a valley having no fruit, no trees, no food and no water; the valley had no sign of life.

Ibn Abbas narrated: “... Ibrahim brought her (Hajrah) and her son, Ismail while she was suckling him, to a place near the Kaaba under a tree on the spot of Zam-Zam, at the highest place in the mosque. During those days there was nobody in Makkah, nor was there any water. So he made them sit over there and placed near them a leather bag containing some dates, and a small water-skin containing some water, and set out homeward.

Ismail’s mother followed him saying: “O Ibrahim! Where are you going, leaving us in this valley where there is no person whose company we may enjoy, nor is there anything (to enjoy Then she asked him: “Has Allah ordered you to do so?” He said: “Yes”. She said: “Then He will not neglect us.” and she returned (to her child) while Ibrahim proceeded on his way.

On reaching the Thaniya (mountain) where they could not see him, Ibrahim faced the Kaaba, and raising both hands, invoked Allah saying the following prayer: “O our Lord! I have made some of my offspring to dwell in a valley without cultivation, by Thy Sacred House; in order, O our Lord, that they may establish regular Prayer: so fill the hearts of some among men with love towards them, and feed them with fruits: so that they may give thanks.”

[Surah Ibrahim 14:37]...” [Sahih Bukhari Book# 55, Hadith# 583] The Spring of Zam-Zam and the course of Safa wal-Marwa

Ibn Abbas (radhi Allahu anhu) further continued the story saying: “Ismail’s mother went on suckling Ismail and drinking from the water (she had).

When the water in the water-skin had all been used up, she became thirsty and her child also became thirsty. She started looking at him (i.e. Ismail) tossing in agony.

She left him, for she could not endure looking at him, and found that the mountain of Safa was the nearest mountain to her on that land. She stood on it and started looking at the valley keenly so that she might see somebody, but she could not see anybody. Then she descended from Safa and when she reached the valley, she tucked up her robe and ran in the valley like a person in distress and trouble, till she crossed the valley and reached the Marwa mountain where she stood and started looking, expecting to see somebody, but she could not see anybody. She repeated that (running between Safa and Marwa) seven times.

The Order to Sacrifice Ismail(AS) “And when he (Ismail) was old enough to walk with him (Ibrahim (AS)), he said: ‘O my son! I have seen in a vision that I offer thee in sacrifice: Now see what is thy view!” He said: ‘O my father! Do that which you are Commanded, Insha’Allah (if Allah wills), you shall find me of as-Sabirin

(the patient ones).’ Then, when they had both submitted themselves (to the Will of Allah), he had laid him prostrate on his forehead (or on the side of his forehead for slaughtering); and We called out to him: ‘O Ibrahim! You have fulfilled the vision!’

Verily, Thus, do We reward the Muhsinun (good-doers). Verily, that indeed was a manifest trial. And We ransomed him with a great sacrifice (a ram). And We left for him (a goodly remembrance) among generations (to come) in later times. ‘Salam (peace) be upon Ibrahim’. Thus indeed We reward the Muhsinin.” [Surah Al Saffat 37:102-105] The sacrifice was a trial for both Ibrahim(AS) and Ismail(AS) and they both readily agreed to submit their will to Allah. Today, Muslims lack this spirit and fortitude to sacrifice in the Way of Allah and submit to His Will. And this is why they are depressed and underestimated by the Kuffar. If today, Muslims arouse and generate the courage and determination to put forwards one’s own self in the Path of Allah and sacrifice their wealth and possession for the sake of Allah, then Allah does not renounce His true worshipers.

“It is not their meat nor their blood, that reaches Allah: it is your piety that reaches Him:” [Surah Al Hajj 22:37] The Building of Kaaba “Behold! We gave the site, to Ibrahim, of

the (Sacred) House, (saying): “Associate not anything (in worship) with Me;...”

[Surah Al Hajj 22:26] Allah tells us that He (Bawwana) showed Ibrahim the site of the House, i.e. guided him to it, entrusted it to him and granted him permission to build the Kaaba. “...and sanctify My House for those who circumambulate it round, or stand up, or bow, or prostrate themselves (therein in prayer).” [Surah Al Hajj 22:26] The Messenger of Allah said: “Then Ibrahim stayed away from them (Hajrah and Ismail) for a period as long as Allah wished, and called on them afterwards. He saw Ismail under a tree near Zam-zam, sharpening his arrows. When he saw Ibrahim, he rose up to welcome him (and they greeted each other as a father does with his son or a son does with his father). Ibrahim said: “O Ismail! Allah has given me an order.” Ismail said: “Do what your Lord has ordered you to do.” Ibrahim asked: ‘Will you help me? Ismail said: “I will help you.” Ibrahim said: “Allah has ordered me to build a house here”; pointing to a hillock higher than the land surrounding it.”

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The Story of Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S) (cont.d)

The Prophet (AS)added: “Then they raised the foundations of the House (i.e. the Kaaba). Ismail brought the stones and Ibrahim (AS) was building, and when the walls became high, Ismail(AS) brought this stone and put it for Ibrahim (AS) who stood over it and carried on building, while Ismail (AS) was handing him the stones, and both of them were saying, ‘O our Lord! Accept (this service) from us, Verily, You are the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.’” [Surah Al Baqarah 2:127] “Then both of them went on building and going round the Kaaba saying: ‘O our Lord! Accept (this service) from us, Verily, You are the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.’” [Sahih Al Bukhari, vol: 4, no: 583] Ibrahim completed the building of Kaaba on the Command of Allah. In his time, the building of Kaaba was rectangular in shape and reached the height of four and a half meters. It contained two doors at the ground level but had no roof. Ibrahim placed Hajar al-Aswad (the Black Stone) at one of the corners of Kaaba to mark the starting point of Tawaf (circumambulation).

The building of Kaaba remained the same up till when the Quraysh rebuild the Kaaba. Narrated ‘Aishah : After Ibrahim built the Kaaba, Allah ordered him to: “And proclaim the Pilgrimage among men:...” [Surah Al Hajj 22:27]. Meaning announce the pilgrimage to mankind and call them to perform pilgrimage to this House, which We have commanded you to built.

So Ibrahim stood up and said: ‘O Mankind! Your Lord has established a House so come on pilgrimage to it.’

Supplications of Ibrahim (AS) After the construction of Kaaba, Ibrahim invoked Allah to bless the city of Makkah and those who live therein and provide them with provisions: “And remember Ibrahim said: “My Lord, make this a City of Peace, and feed its people with fruits,-such of them as believe in God and the Last Day.”...” [Surah Al Baqarah 2:126] And thus Allah responded to the call of Ibrahim : “Remember We made the House (the Kaaba) a place of assembly for men and a place of safety;...” [Surah Al Baqarah 2:125] “...Have We not established for them a secure sanctuary, to which are brought as tribute fruits of all kinds,- a provision from Ourselves? but most of them understand not.” [Surah Al Qasas 28:57] The Glad tidings of Ishaque(AS) and Yaqub(AS) One day Ibrahim(AS) was sitting outside his tent, three Angels in human shape descended to the earth; Jibreel , Israfeel , and Mika’eel . Ibrahim (AS) arose and welcomed them: “They said: ‘Salam’ (greetings or peace). He answered Salam and he hastened to entertain them with a roasted calf. But when he saw their hands went not toward it (the meal), he felt some mistrust of them, and conceived feat of them. They said: ‘Fear not, we have been sent against the people of Lut.’ And his wife was standing (there), she laughed. But We gave her glad tidings of Ishaque and Yaqu’ob. She said (in astonishment): ‘Woe unto me!

Shall I bear a child while I am an old woman, and here is my husband, an old man? Verily! This is a strange thing!’

They said: ‘Do you wonder at the Decree of Allah? The Mercy of Allah and His Blessings be on you, O family (of Ibrahim). Surely, He (Allah) is All-Praiseworthy, All-Glorious.’” [Surah al-Hud 11:69-73] “And We gave (Ibrahim) Ishaque and Yaqub...” [Surah Al ‘Ankabut 29:27] After Ibrahim qualified in all the trials of Allah, He, the Exalted, decided to make him an Imam meaning a Prophet and leader and an example for the people to come: “And remember that Ibrahim was tried by his Lord with certain Commands, which he fulfilled: He said: “I will make thee an Imam to the Nations.” He pleaded: “And also (Imams) from my offspring!” He answered: “But My Promise is not within the reach of evil-doers.”” [Surah Al Baqarah 2:124] “...and We granted him his reward in this life; and he was in the Hereafter (of the company) of the Righteous.” [Surah Al ‘Ankabut 29:27] Allah granted Prophet hood and Divine Books to his progeny: Thus, every Book (Scripture) was given to the Prophets from the progeny of Ibrahim . From Ishaque(AS) , the second son of Ibrahim came the Prophets of Israel and their progeny finished on Isa (AS). From Ismai(AS) l , the first son of Ibrahim came only one Prophet, the superior among them and the seal of them, which is Prophet Mu-

hammad (Peace be upon him) .

Thus, Ibrahim (AS) acquires great respect and honor in the hearts of Muslims. He is the most superior of the Prophets after Prophet Muhammad .

Therefore, when we send prayers and blessings on our Prophet , we are also ordered to mention his name.

Source: - As-Sunnah Newsletter -

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Volume 12 Issue 321 Dhul Hijjah 3, 1433 AH / October 19, 2012

Quran Competition held in BCMA Richmond Mosque

By: Zoheir Mohmed There was record attendance for the 2012 Quraan Competition held at the Richmond Jamea Masjid. This is the 12th edition of the Competition, and the 4th time it has been held in Richmond, the first of which was in 2003.

100 people registered, and 66 participated. The participants were from all over the mainland, Richmond was the city with the most registrants at 28, Surrey was a close second at 25. There were even participants who came from as far away as Redmond Washington. Out of the 100 who registered, there were 9 people who memorized the whole Quraan. The youngest person to participate was 6 years old, and the oldest was 91 years old.

The adjudication of the Competition, complete with three qualified local scholars, was the same for the Preliminaries and Finals, for men and for women to establish fairness and consistency in the scoring. The judges were headed by Sh.Ahmed Al-Qaysi who has authored many books on Tajweed, Sh. Yasir Abdul Qahar the acting Imam of Richmond Masjid, and Sh. Abderrazak Boujenane Imam and manager of IIC. We are indebted to them for three long days of dedicated hard work.

For the first time ever, there were trophies given out as awards in three categories: The first was the Best School cup. This trophy was given to the School who contributed the most participants to the Competition. The trophy went to the New West Musallah with about ⅓ (23) of the total participants in the preliminaries, and about ⅓ (11) of those who qualified for the Finals.

The second was the Best Teacher award, given to the teacher who contributed the most participants to the competition. The trophy went to Sh. Salahuddin Zubair with about ⅓ (21) of the total participants in the preliminaries, and about ⅓ (10) of those who qualified for the Finals.

The third was a very

inspiring trophy named Best Achievement. This trophy was given to a person who exceeded the judge’s expectations. There were many candidates for this trophy, In the end, the judges unanimously agreed on the winner: Abdullah Mohammad. He traveled from Redmond Washington to participate, memorized the whole Quraan by the age of 6 and a half and now at age 11 helps out in Taraweeh.

The prizes for all of the categories consisted of beautiful custom made certificates, as well as cash. There was a poll done on the Competition website asking what people would most like to receive as a prize, and the results overwhelmingly pointed to cash. These prizes were given to all 5 finalists for the first time, and the amount of cash was determined by their placement, the highest prize going to the winner of Category 10 was $300. Our donations topped off this year at $4700 just short of our $5000 target, and in order to hand out larger cash prizes next year and to introduce a 15 Juz’ Category, we will be increasing our donation target.

Thank you too all the competitors, audience members, volunteers, judges, sponsors and everyone who supported the Quraan Competition in any way they could!

First, 2nd & third Positions holders of each Cat: Cat H: Sarah Khiati, Fathima Zaina Rizan, Tasnim Ibrahim Cat 1: Faiz Farook, Yoosuf Bacha (Ist), Yusuf Aziz Cat 2: Doua Ismail, Seenan Iftekher, Wesam Shalabi Cat 3: Hussein Haroun, Umar Ahmed, Halima

Haroun Cat 5: Abdul Mueez Bhandakya, Affan Bhandakya, Mohmmad Raja Cat 10: Abdul Mueez Bhandakya, Mohmmad Raja, Abdullah Mohammad Cat T: Abdullah Mohammad, Muayad Abdulrazzaq, Khalid Kamran

Reverted Muslims in BC

Brother Mohamed, the youngest convert

Sister Marie Novak made an appearance,

in B.C. converted to Islam when he was

she converted to Islam at 89 years of age,

just 7 years old. He started Arabic and

and is currently 91 years old. She took the

Quraan classes with Sheikh Osman shortly

opportunity to demonstrate to everyone

after becoming Muslim. He recited some

that she has not let her age stop her from

Quraan, and answered a few questions

learning how to pray in Arabic. She said a

about his journey to Islam.

few moving words, and was given a lovely gift.

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ISCC Welcomes the Ban on Hatemongers

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Mosque attack in Pot Coquitlam

by: Sumaiya Zaman ISSC, Alberta

by: Raj Chouhan, MLA Burnaby-Edmonds

The founder of Islamic Supreme Council of Canada, Imam Syed Soharwardy has welcomed the government of Canada’s decision not to allow an American hatemonger, Terry Jones in Canada. Terry Jones is an abuser of Free Speech. Freedom of Speech is in danger from such hatemongers. We are grateful to Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Minister Jason Kenny for making the right decision. ISCC supports this decision.

It is with great sadness that we hear once again of vandalism conducted against a place of worship in Port Coquitlam. Sadly, this is the second act of vandalism against the mosque in the last 18 months.

While the RCMP are investigating this act as a possible hate crime, the Muslim community are also reaching out in search of answers. Members of the Muslim community I’ve spoken with said they would welcome the opportunity to

velop a greater understanding of our speak to those responsible and have differences and our commonalities. them learn about beliefs.

We must all do our part to combat I think it is commendable that even racism and to promote tolerance of though the mosque was targeted with all faiths and culture in our incredible the clear intent to offend, the group and diverse province. would welcome the opportunity to speak to those responsible and have meaningful dialogue. We can all learn from the determination of the local Muslim community to overcome racism by fostering understanding IMPORTANT NOTE: and tolerance.

We do not publish anonymous letters or the letters of As the investigation continues we the people who do not disclose their identity to ‘The Miracle.’ A writer can use a pen name or request ‘The hope the people responsible are Miracle’ to withhold his / her identity. Please include apprehended, but it’s equally im- your daytime telephone number for the confirmation portant to have them participate of your letter. We regret the inconvenience. in a dialogue so they can de-

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Malala Yousafzai

Malala Yousafzai, the 14-year-old

The doctors of Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham have started treating the critically injured Malala Yousafzai and expressed hope that she will recover soon while declaring her condition satisfactory,.

The Pakistani child activist Malala Yousafzai, 14 was flown to Britain on Monday for specialist treatment at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Medical director of the hospital David Rosser said British colleagues who were in Pakistan when Malala was shot believed she had “a chance of making a good recovery”.

“Clearly it would be inappropriate on every level, not least for her, to put her through all of this if there was no hope of decent recovery,” he told reporters. Malala arrived in Birmingham via an air ambulance provided by the UAE. The decision to send her abroad for treatment was made by the board of doctors treating her Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology (AFIC)in Rawalpindi and with the consent of her family members. Malala an outspoken advocate for girls’ education – was shot in the head last Tuesday outside her school in Mingora, Swat. After her initial treatment in a Peshawar hospital, she had been receiving care at the AFIC in Rawalpindi for the past few days. The decision to send Malala to the United Kingdom had been taken after consultations with her family members and all expenses for her treatment would be borne by the Government of Pakistan, a statement issued by ISPR said.

Is Malala a Conspiracy?

With the recent buzz made by certain newspapers and social media platforms, the questions that has popped up with a bang is, what is the story behind Gul Makai’s Swat Diary on BBC blogs? The reason behind this recent development may be Abdul Hai Kakar’s, (the BBC reporter who worked with Malala) recent accounts of how the whole idea came about. Post this, rumors and conspiracy theories questioning the credibility of the 11 years girl’s account are resonating in the surrounds.

Essentially, in order to bring about a ‘humanitarian angle’ to the situation in Swat and in Northern areas, as Kakar mentions in his online interview to a newspaper, how he came up and structured the idea of Swat Diary to be written by a young girl, in order to ‘creatively and objectively portray the situation on ground in Swat’. The concept was to choose a local girl to ‘express her emotions’ and so the silenced majority of Swati girls who were denied their right to education were given a face – Malala’s.

He further elaborated that with her father’s unresistant willingness to choose Malala for the job, he would phone her up every day so she could narrate the happenings of her area and her reflections on the same.

Now, whether it was Malala’s own narrative or the reporter trying to elicit a formatted response and later manicuring it to pass for a child’s narrative, are questions that seem to disturb a large audience.

An audience who had happily credited an 11-year old Swati girl for her surprising maturity and sheer bravery in breaking ideological and physical shackles to raise her voice against injustice. However, my question is, should this be the pivot of importance or the fact that a father was willing to risk his child’s safety and a young girl who feared the least voicing the truth out loud, only to protect her fellows from the austerity Taliban had in ample stocks. Shouldn’t this effort be appreciated instead of being questioned?

Recently, there seems to be a concentrated effort on face book, twitter and other social

media forums to justify attack against Malala, calling her a US agent and the whole issue a foreign conspiracy. ‘ Why Malala alone? Why not a dozen of Pakistani women who die of drones everyday or those who become a sacrifice in terrorist activities? Why Obama has his helicopter on hold for only her? Why prayers are being said for Malala and not for several other daughters attacked and bruised in various terror strikes?’

As a monosyllabic response: True. If you ask for more, what’s the surprise here? This is only our national tragedy to idolize those who manage to blaze the news. The rest deserve a discriminatory attitude and to learn a lesson that to earn one’s basic rights and people’s support, you’ve got to make it to the headlines, else you’re eclipsed.

Hence, we must put the conspiracy theories to rest, for there are better matters clamoring for attention, including getting rid of the terrorist elements hostaging our children and lands to meet their own ends and our own disposition of noticing things only when they get a hype.

Malala: Symbol of Education Malalai Yousufzai, a 14 year old girl, was attacked by terrorists called TehreekTaliban-Pakistan in Swat. In 2010, she received National Peace Prize for her struggle to get schools restarted in her area which were closed and destroyed by the Taliban. This is not their first crime against education and awareness by terrorists; they have destroyed hundreds of schools and killed many children in different areas.

Malalai’s passion was to get educated and educate other girls of that area so they can defeat the real menace to Pakistan which is “illiteracy and ignorance”.

Malalai is not the only Pakistani female with this dream, there were many and history has witnessed many gems of educated women in Pakistan. Miss Fatima Jinnah, the sister of founding father, struggled day and night with Mr. Jinnah in the movement. Miss Jinnah is only remembered as a founding mother and a stateswoman of Pakistan, but not too many people know that she was also a dental surgeon.

Malalai Yousufzai is no lesser than these renowned ladies of Pakistan; she is more educated than any other girl living in urban areas of Pakistan. She is struggling harder than any of us to achieve the education by crushing the guns and bombs and suicide bombers. She is braver than any politician who moves around with high security measures due to immense threats of terrorism.

Malalai is the symbol of education for our society and a sign of bravery to get the education at any cost. Her efforts are the strong message to those terrorists that the real essence of Pakistani women is “Education”. She has highlighted the future of Pakistan and showed clearly that the country cannot be hijacked by a handful of terrorists. We have a faction of society which is supporting these groups by blaming on geopolitics and with twisting statements, but they can no longer blow the dust in nation’s eyes. Now is the time for them to be on the right side of the line otherwise we will be left with nothing but stones and mud.

Miracle Review Taliban put to shame by the Pakistani and International media Taliban have been put to shame by the Pakistani media, which has unequivocally condemned the brutal shooting of Malala Yousafzai, a 14-year-old activist and a 7th Class student, when she was returning home from the school, saying the incident shows that the Taliban’s continued existence “remains as brutal as ever”.

The incident happened in the north-western Swat district when some people armed with guns stopped the vehicle she was travelling in and shot her in the head and the chest. The Pakistan Taliban said they carried out the attack, which was condemned equally by the people (who came on the streets in rage) and the press, both within Pakistan and worldwide.

Malala Yousafzai, the National Peace Prize winner, rose to prominence when her diary ‘On life under the Taliban threat’ was published by BBC Urdu in 2009.

While almost the entire Pakistani media argued that such incidents justified international criticism of Pakistan, one Urdu-language Islamist paper criticised the international media for giving “undue” coverage to the incident to “malign” Pakistan and Islam.

PRESS: Editorial in Islamabad’s The News: “Malala Yousafzai is in critical condition today, and so is Pakistan. We are infected with the cancer of extremism, and unless it is cut out we will slide ever further into the bestiality that this latest atrocity exemplifies.”

Editorial in Karachibased The Express Tribune: “This incident should ram home the reality that the enemy is still alive and remains as brutal as ever... This sad incident leads to questions regarding the use of entering into talks or deals with militants, who seem to be ever ready to target innocent citizens.”

Editorial in Islamist Urdu-language daily Ummat: “The international media is giving undue coverage to the incident to malign Pakistan and Islam. The government and media should be careful while issuing statements as foreign elements are in search of incidents to prove Pakistan an extremist and a failed stated.”

TELEVISION: Anchor Hamid Mir on Geo News channel’s Capital Talk show asked the Taliban if there “was a difference between them and the Americans who kill innocent women and children in drone attacks”. Mir said that he hoped that the Taliban would not respond by violence but clarify its stance by text message or email. Salim Safi on Geo News’ Aapas Ki Baat programme said government policy on engaging with the Taliban had created deep divisions in Pakistan. “It is unclear who are the enemies and friends of Pakistan because of the government’s confused policy,” Safi said. Muhammad Malick on Dunya News channel’s Dunya at 8 programme said that such incidents “justify international criticism of Pakistan”.

Rahimullah Yousafzai on Aaj News’ Islamabad Tonight said “such attacks did not take place earlier but now they do since money

and other influences have corrupted the militants... Armed groups were scared of the ideology promoted by Malala and took advantage of her as a ‘soft target’.”

COMMENTS: As is evident from the above said situation, the entire print and electronic media of Pakistan (of course with the solitary exception of an Islamist Urdu daily newspaper ‘Ummat’) has condemned the supra brutal act of shooting of this budding crusader of peace and bravery, who has already bagged a prize for the same at the national level, which, indeed, is not a trivial accomplishment for an adolescent age school going 7th Class female student.

Pakistan was brought into being only as a Sovereign Islamic nation by its founder the late Qaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

Accordingly, it is the national obligation of every individual owing Pakistani ancestry to sustain the paramount and ultimate teachings of Islam, as embodied in the Sanctified Quran, the wisdom of the Hadith and other men of parts of this blessed faith.

The supra Islamic commandments must be adhered to by every devout follower of Islam in letter and spirit, no matter whether he dwells in Pakistan or breaths on the soil of some other country across the world.

Let there be no ambiguity that like the other well-known religious entities of the world Islam too is not imbued with the inhumane culture, where brutality is the only accepted mode of behaviour. On the contrary, it has cultivated the affluent principles of intercontinental peace, the culture of love and compassion and universal brotherhood. Hence, the ruthlessness of the Taliban and the way of their so called Jihad is not at all acceptable to the Muslims, no matter which country they belong to. This is perhaps the prime reason that the men, women and he school and college going youth (of all shades) have thronged in massive number the Pakistani streets in different towns and cities to express their solidarity with Malala Yousafzai and protest against the ferocious mindset of the Taliban.

There is no denying that as contained in the editorial of the News, a newspaper from Islamabad, Pakistan is currently infected very rigorously with the cancer of extremism and rightly speaking the country will slip into the deep waters of unpleasantness and violence unless the country gets rid of this menace for good. Another question that may be possibly (and rightfully) raised, as has been done by the Anchor Hamid Mir of the Geo News Channel too deserves the same amount of credence. In the end, what is the difference between the Taliban and the Americans who kill innocent women and children in drone attacks?

The Americans are after all foreigners and non-Muslims whereas the Taliban profess themselves to be the Muslims and have, indeed, their roots in the Pakistani soil, but owing to their extraordinary tunnel vision, orthodox and outdated dogmas and above all their monstrous mindset, they do not feel an iota of infamy even in sprinkling the blood of the innocent human beings, which is nowhere sanctioned in Islam.

Source: BBC News, with comments from the Miracle News.

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ANALYSIS : Should we talk to the Taliban or not?

By: Azizullah Khan (Pakistan) Those who believe that negotiations with the Taliban will end terrorist attacks in other parts of the country are mistaken After every spectacular terrorist attack in Pakistan, there starts a debate about talks with the Taliban. Liberals and leftists oppose the talks, arguing that it is will merely give them opportunity to rearm themselves and gather potential for new offensives.

They imply that the Taliban are irreconcilable. Conservatives and rightists support the talks, saying that ‘negotiations’ are the ultimate solution of every dispute.

The Taliban attack on the 14-year-old Malala Yousafzai once again triggered the debate.

Liberals held that it is an opportune time to launch an operation in North Waziristan Agency (NWA) to rout the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and other al Qaeda-linked groups and individuals. Conservatives claim that the attack on Malala was pre-planned and that it is being used as a pretext for a NWA operation. They implicitly consider the attack the handiwork of those who forcefully want the Pakistan army to march on North Waziristan. In other words, they smell a conspiracy. In my opinion, their view is a conspiracy theory at best and rubbish at worst, because the TTP has pompously claimed responsibility for the attack. To suspect that someone else is behind the TTP is to obscure the whole issue and make criminal concessions to the militant organisation. Keeping aside the arguments of leftists and rightists regarding talks with the Taliban, several factors should be taken into consideration.

First and foremost, what could be the prob-

able goal(s) of the Taliban from negotiations? They would undoubtedly not like negotiations to result in their elimination. On the other hand, they could simply lay down their arms and the whole drama will be over. They would negotiate only to promote their cause, which is to get political power and Islamise Pakistan on the model of the Taliban regime in Afghanistan. Therefore, in the long term, their participation in negotiations will be a tactic meant to earn some leverage in the war they have waged against Pakistan. In the short term, their goals could be the following.

The Taliban may want to prolong the war. If they are feeling the heat of ongoing military operations in FATA and fear elimination, they would negotiate to elude death and live to prolong the war. For any militant organisation caught in such a situation, it would be a win-win situation to strike a deal with the government. Are the Taliban caught in such a situation or not? Only the government or its institutions know that. It does not mean that the Taliban have no other objectives if it is presumed that they are not caught in any such scenario.

The Taliban may aim at gaining legitimacy and public support. From a strategic and diplomatic perspective, to negotiate with a force is to acknowledge its status as a power. It improves its standing in the masses, which earns its fighters funds, shelter and logistical support — the most crucial needs for guerilla warfare. The fish would definitely have a sea to swim in if it strikes such a deal and then encashes it through subsequent supportive statements and actions. The media-savvy Taliban know how to cash it.

To get time to rearm themselves and launch fresh offensives could be their third goal.

The history of talks between governments and terrorist organisations tells us that it is the most common goal of the latter when

they participate in negotiations. In such conditions, negotiations bring more trouble and bloodshed instead of preventing it. Theorists of terrorism warn governments particularly against such intentions of terrorist organisations.

Based on their assessment any set (1, 2 or all 3) of the above most probable of the many goals could lure the Taliban to the negotiating table. Here a question arises: what are our goals for negotiations with the Taliban?

Ours, our government and our army’s longterm goal must be the elimination of terrorism from our soil. Negotiations should only be treated as a means to this greater end.

As a tactic we may strike a deal with them only to compel them in later days to break it so as to hurt their standing among the public and make them liable to be cleansed.

Or we may negotiate to postpone a battle to lighten the burden on our security forces if they are simultaneously busy in other areas.

Or we may negotiate with them to splinter them and wean away the soft factions of the Taliban to our side if the soft factions have significant numerical strength. Or we should negotiate with them if we have planned to approach potential terrorists and then deradicalise them through proper scientific mechanisms. Any one of these cases can be pressed as a genuine reason for negotiations.

Those who believe that negotiations with the Taliban will end terrorist attacks in other parts of the country are mistaken. In the past, they have violated agreements many times and it is likely they will violate them this time too. Conservatives like Imran Khan and Munawar Hassan also bring forth the argument that if America can negotiate with the Taliban in Afghanistan, why cannot we do the same? It sounds nonsensical. The US is the alien in Afghanistan; she will not be concerned with the peace and stability of Afghanistan after withdrawal. She is set

to leave Afghanistan; if the Taliban were to march, they will be marching on Kabul, not on Washington, and if the Taliban were to shed blood, they will be shedding the blood of Afghans not Americans. So the US has every reason to negotiate with the Taliban for temporary relief even if it is at the cost of long-term miseries. Do we have this option? Are our forces alien in FATA? Are we going to abandon it? Are we willing to leave it to the Taliban? If the answer to these questions is a plain ‘no’, we should not shy away from taking hard decisions in the most favourable of times.

It seems the attack on Malala has made an operation in NWA inevitable and feasible. If Plan B cannot be resorted to for the elimination of terrorists and an all-out open operation is the only option we are left with, then the following aspects of critical importance must be taken into account. (1) Almost half a million population will flee their homes; proper arrangements must be made for them before the operation is launched. (2) Security forces should not make the local population face avoidable ordeals. (3) Respectful return of internally displaced persons (IDPs) should be guaranteed in advance. (4) IDPs should be provided with the basic needs of life in adequate quantity. The situation may get out of control if manmade calamities are not handled properly. (5) Care should be taken to fish out militants who may attempt escape in the guise of IDPs. Massive intelligence is required for this operation to become a success story.

In the end, the question of questions remains: is the planned operation going to be ‘as usual’ or not? A sincere operation requires a change in the mindset of our policymakers. However, perhaps this is the last time that the dwellers of NWA are showing willingness to bear the brunt of a military operation for the sake of the future of Pakistan.

Baird Denounces Taliban Attack on Teenage Girl

October 9, 2012 - Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird today issued the following statement: “I condemn in the strongest possible terms the actions of gunmen in Pakistan who shot a 14-year-old girl for speaking out against the Taliban and in favour of girls’ right to an education. “On behalf of all Canadians, I extend our thoughts and prayers to her and to others who were injured in the

shooting. “Our shared humanity requires those who cherish freedom to speak clearly and with one voice: this type of savage violence and repression will not be tolerated.

“I welcome the Prime Minister of Pakistan’s condemnation of this attack and urge Pakistani authorities to hold accountable those responsible for this cowardly and senseless act.”

ISCC Strongly Condemns Taliban Attack on Innocent Girl Malala Yousafzai

The Drug Mafia and the Terrorists Must be Punished By: Sumaiya Zaman Calgary The founder of Islamic supreme Council of Canada, Imam Syed Soharwardy has condemned the attacks on outspoken Pakistani Muslim girl, Malala Yousafzai.

We are praying for her. May Allah give Ms. Yousufzai a very long and healthy life. The attacks on innocent school going girls in Pakistan are not only barbaric but it shows the ugliness of the ideology that Taliban and their supporters follow.

We, Muslims strongly condemn this ideol-

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Malala Yousufzai is the voice of all Muslims and all Pakistanis. ISCC urges the government of Pakistan to provide her the best medical facilities. If she needs to be treated in the United States OR Canada, we urge the Pakistani government to make the arrangements immediately.

We express our solidarity with Malala and her family. We support her and her family.

We are very proud of her. May she live a long and healthy life, Amen.

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Waziristan Wizardry: Beyond the Political Rhetoric

Sayed M. Irfan, Surrey

Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf’s relentless march into the wilderness of Waziristan, spearheaded by its charismatic leader Imran Khan, has carried the political discourse in Pakistan to an entirely different level of competitiveness. While it challenges its opponents to come up with something comparable, it also bounds PTI to respond meaningfully and reassuringly to the many perceived and real issues and ramifications the party’s declared policy on United States’ war against terror can potentially generate. But there is no doubt about the fact that Imran Khan comes out triumphant from the event with his convictions about the public sentiment on the ‘War against

helpless in measuring its impact within an established foreign and domestic policy framework. “What next?” seems to be the taunting retort of the times. But incredibly, questions are being raised that in principle should have been addressed and answered within these very quarters at various points in time. For someone like Ayaz Amir, now a parliamentarian with PML(N), to beseech a raison d’être for the Taliban’s insurgency in Pakistan and its origins and its extensions, is almost a comedy of errors. With the Parliament having already unanimously tabled a Resolution against the drone attacks by the US inside Pakistan’s territory, why at all should someone solicit such an explanation? Or was that Resolution itself

Terror’ standing fully vindicated. The whole idea teemed with risks, some real while others artificially contrived, but in the end the bulldog determination of the man and his self-belief in the righteousness of a cause has prevailed over everything else. Once again the ploy of instilling fear into the hearts and minds of unsuspecting masses has been vanquished.

Putting the show of numbers on the ground aside for a moment, the rather intense media debate that the PTI’s aman march has evoked also bears testimony to the political credibility and concreteness of the event. It incidentally also lays bare not only the political mindset of the ruling and mainstream parties but also the paucity in the intellectual capacity and discipline of most individuals amongst them. Comments have ranged from only slightly magnanimous praise to contemptuous relegation of Imran Khan as a proponent of Yahud-o-Nasara and a torchbearer of secularism in Pakistan. Parties in the government dismiss it as an ambitious tryst with hard-core politics bereft of experience and capacity to implement anything on ground. On the other hand, the opposition parties are probably even more

an act to hoodwink people? And in having gone through an entire exercise of almost a full-fledged war against the insurgents in Swat, should the Pakistani political elite be so ignorant of its underlying strategic composition and rationale?

It has gone to PTI’s advantage that it kept its agenda for the jalsa simplistic, that is, let it be a show of solidarity as far as common opinion against the drone strikes is concerned. In reality, however, it implies a very fundamental political strategy to redefine Pakistan’s Terms of Reference for ongoing engagement or withdrawal from the war against terror. The tribal populace of the region is perceived by the PTI as entirely normal and rational people amenable to the universal virtues of peace and progress.

Their belligerent outlook towards the sanctity of a homeland, however, is a cultural trait that has served them well for centuries and let them exist in a state of dynamic equilibrium. This same inertia was exploited by the US sponsored jihad during the days of Soviet occupation of Afghanistan and it is said that Zia-ul-Haq had marched into Waziristan one day and challenged the tribals to stand up against the infidels. The

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bone of contention, however, is the fact that in post-Soviet Union decline era the emergence of Taliban has been patronized by the tribal people and that Waziristan has been the nurturing ground for all kinds of militant activities serving to promote a radicalized Islamist philosophy. But post-Soviet decline era also triggered an extremely complex dynamics of a US led global hegemony drive in which clandestine networks of arms and drugs operatives and secret agents and paid assassins have infiltrated into geographical regions perceived by the colonists as ‘trouble spots.’

It, therefore, makes immense sense to be able to cut across the rather uncomplicated political strata of a tribal nation to isolate the real infidels from the rather naïve and gullible majority. If this seems to be over simplified then rest assured nothing else can ever symbolize respect and concern for human life. The costs that have been incurred in terms of human life, property, and financial outlays over eight years of both reactive and preemptive counter attacks are too staggering to be overlooked.

There are other concerns that PTI also needs to address specifically in political terms. Detractors assert that engaging Taliban into a dialogue implies an endorsement of their writ in a region where no official government has ever existed. Well what should one expect after more than six decades of blatant neglect of a region purportedly a part of a sovereign state?

The tribal people were never brought into the mainstream of economic and political processes ever. A vaguely defined role of a political agent has served most purposes most of the time for different governments at the center; the FATA people never featured in the scheme of things. Also, it seems that following PTI’s initiative of the

aman march these concerns have suddenly sprung up. Jamiat-e-UIema-e-Islam (JUI’s) applecart in the region appears toppled while PML (N) and PPP can only envy the integrity of Imran Khan as a man who can deliver what he promises. His claim that these parties are deeply entrenched in the politics of status quo stands totally justified. To them the sheer enormity of mobilizing proactive efforts for a political solution is enough reason to question PTI’s clarity and singularity of objectives.

The huge participation of the masses in the aman march is an endorsement from the Pakistani public at large for the drone attacks to stop. And the tremendous presence of the foreign media should serve well to project this cause at international levels and forums and rightfully PTI now plans to carry the issue at the United Nations. As a political strategy, this seems extremely expedient as well; recent defections within PTI needed to be neutralized by something more overwhelming in a national context and the aman march has delivered that. To what extent public opinion in the West will be influenced and, in turn, bear upon USA’s NATO’s policy outlook cannot be predicted at this stage but the PTI has a plan in place to sustain the tempo.

People have somehow been made to believe that political maturity resides in diplomatic jugglery. This may be true to a certain extent since human instinct is more inclined towards negotiated settlements but to equate human loss with collateral damage is wickedness of unimaginable proportions. While the war against terror may be real its execution from a remote location camouflages the covert aspirations of individuals who have their own agendas meticulously in place.

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Liberal’s Justin Trudeau Welcomed in a jam-packed Richmond hall

On Oct 3, Over one thousand people packed a Richmond hotel auditorium to find out whether the federal Liberal party’s first declared leadership candidate has more to offer than a famous

name. Justin Trudeau was in town the day after kicking off his campaign in Montreal, portraying himself as a national-unity candidate who wants to get Quebecers excited about Canada again.

In Richmond, he spoke about the need for Canada to embrace its immigrants, proclaiming “diversity is strength” to loud applause. About 300 people of many ethnicities waved mini Canadian flags from a makeshift grandstand behind Trudeau as he spoke about his great-grandfather George James Sinclair’s journey from Scotland to B.C. Earlier, as the crowd waited for Trudeau to appear, many said they were there to see more than charisma. Paul Klein, a 44-yearold professor of economics at Simon Fraser University, said he was hoping to hear clear policy proposals. “I’m keen to see who he is and whether he has any prospects of being successful as the leader of the Liberal party. “He has a lot of personality, but that’s not really enough for me.”

Hassan Merali, a 19-year-old arts student at Capilano University, came from North Vancouver after seeing Trudeau speak several weeks ago at SFU’s downtown campus. He also said he wanted clear policy pronouncements.

“What I want to hear is him trying to move us to a sustainable economy more away from the oilsands ...,” Merali said.

“When the election time rolls around, that’s what the Conservatives are going to be touting: the record on the economy.”

The candidate’s mother, Margaret Trudeau, patiently greeted fans and posed for photos as she waited for her son to enter the auditorium and take the podium.

“I’m his mother, I know that whatever Justin gives you, it’ll be from his heart; that’s the way he’s been all his life,” she

said. “I think it’s time for us older people to maybe step aside and let the young people of his generation take a chance.”

B.C. analysts say the Liberal party, particularly in Western Canada and large

swaths of Quebec, has a fundamental problem connecting with voters, and that can’t be countered with charisma alone. Fred Cutler, associate professor at the University of B.C.’s political science faculty, said Trudeau may be charismatic enough to fill auditoriums and gymnasiums across the country, but his real test will come from rival Liberal leadership hopefuls and other party leaders.

“Only Justin Trudeau could fill a room in Lethbridge, or I guess in Richmond, or anywhere these days for the Liberal party,” Cutler said. “I don’t think that’s a great indicator as to how he might do for the Liberals in a general election.“He might not come off so well in an intellectual showdown if there were one between Mr. (Stephen) Harper, himself and maybe even (Thomas) Mulcair.”

Trudeau’s supporters in B.C. point to his West Coast roots that include the 1999-2001 period he taught at West Point Grey Academy, followed by a year at Sir Winston Churchill, a public secondary school in Vancouver that offers French immersion and the international baccalaureate program. He also taught snowboarding in Whistler for several years, and his family, through his mother, the former Margaret Sinclair, has deep B.C. roots. Justin Trudeau’s maternal grandfather, James Sinclair, was a federal Liberal fisheries minister.

Earlier, in Calgary, Trudeau slammed both the Conservative government and the Opposition NDP as playing the politics of division.

“It is wrong to use our natural wealth to divide Canadians against each other, it was the wrong way to govern in Canada in the past,” Source: The Vancouver Sun

New Democrat MLA Carole James statement

on the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty New Democrat social development critic Carole James released the following statement in recognition of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty: “On the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty it’s important to recognize the challenges many people in our province face and work together to enact positive change that reduces poverty and improves prosperity.

“Last year, New Democrats introduced the Poverty Reduction Act, a private members bill aimed at addressing issues like income, housing, child care, education, and training.

A province-wide poverty reduction plan would include clear targets and timelines that tackle the growing inequality in B.C. and provide British Columbians with real solutions to real problems.

“Over half a million British Columbians live in poverty. While the B.C. Liberals tout the success of their so-called jobs plan, our province continues to have the highest overall poverty rate in Canada. Under the Liberals, B.C. also had the worst child poverty rate in Canada for eight years in a row.

“A decade of B.C. Liberal funding cuts to social services has left vulnerable British Columbians struggling, and the Liberals’

More Help for the Homeless and Hungry BY: Gary T. Robinson Executive Director Newton led off this week’s specially planned events highlighting services to the homeless of Surrey, as part of Homeless Action Week.

The Realistic Success Recovery Society operators of the Trilogy Houses and Servants Anonymous Society, both members of Surrey Homelessness and Housing Task Force, (SHHTF) hosted the first annual Connect day event held in Newton, at the Easy Does It Club offering hope, good food and encouragement to homeless and at risk individuals. Everyone who stopped by, an estimated 50 locals were assisted by people who themselves were formally homeless and were given

Liberals Have Failed to Address Skilled Labour Shortage, New Democrats Say Mines have to bring in temporary foreign workers because the Liberals have failed to support skills training for 11 years News that mining companies are importing temporary foreign workers is proof that the Liberal government has failed to take any real steps to address the skilled labour shortage, say the New Democrats.

“Analysts have been warning about the skills labour shortage for years, but the Liberals have taken no real action to train tomorrow’s workers today,” said New Democrat mines critic Doug Donaldson.

“News this week that a mine near Tumbler Ridge plans to bring in 201 temporary foreign workers only brought focus to this issue, but the government has been aware for years that this problem would come up. “In 2008, a mining industry task force estimated there would be 15,000 unfilled vacancies in mining over the next decade,” said Donaldson. “The industry has been waiting, but there has been no action from the government.” Donaldson said New Democrats fully support immigration, but bringing in temporary workers while fail-

revolving door of pilot projects does little to help our province’s most vulnerable.

“Despite calls from New Democrats and advocates from across the province, the government refuses to follow the lead of seven other provinces and territories and develop a comprehensive province-wide poverty reduction strategy. “Today is an important day to recognize, but for 1 in 10 British Columbians who live in poverty, the challenges last much longer than a day. We have a duty as individuals and as a province to stand up and demand better from government. “By working together and enacting a poverty reduction plan, we can improve the lives of British Columbians and provide better opportunities for future generations.”

ing to train B.C. workers will have longlasting negative effects on our economy.

New Democrat Leader Adrian Dix has made skills training a priority, committing to spend $100 million on non-repayable grants for post-secondary education and training.

“We know that 80 per cent of all jobs in the future will require some post-secondary education,” said skills training critic Gwen O’Mahony. “If, as jobs minister Pat Bell claims, these mining jobs could not be filled by British Columbians, he

encouragement and support to find the resources they need to help them escape homelessness. Executive Director of the Realistic Success Recovery Society, Gary Robinson said, “this is all part of giving back to our community, being able to help those in need, is a gift.” Executive Director of Servants Anonymous Society, Mary Pichette said, “Newton is a vibrant community and we all need to support each other, this is a great way to give back.” In a joint statement, the two societies said “homelessness is real and there are real solutions, we welcome this opportunity to work together and encourage other community organizations to do the same.” Wednesday October 10, SHHTF member organizations, volunteers, including formerly homeless people will again join together at the Surrey Urban Mission and provide a day of medical services, vet services, repairs to bicycles, food and encouragement to the many of our local Surrey community who do not have homes and those at risk of homelessness. is clearly admitting his own government failed to put programs in place to train workers. Just to highlight their failure, the Liberals will be cutting the post secondary budget by $50 million over the next two years. It’s the only ministry that received a nominal cut in the last budget.”

O’ Mahony said this is a problem that extends beyond the mining industry.

“We know that we’re going to see huge sections of our workforce move toward retirement in the next decade,” said O’Mahony.

The government must take the lead in rebuilding our skilled workforce. We’ve lost time under the Liberals, but New Democrats want to see a revitalized skills training system in place in British Columbia.”

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Business Profile: Bombay Collections , Surrey From time to time, The Miracle Media publishes interviews with local businessmen for our readers in order to provide an outlook of the market. Nowadays, the fashion market is busy again.

Let us see what boutique owner Ms. Afia of Bombay Collection located in Payal Business Centre Surrey, has to say about this industry: Miracle: What kind of work or business experience did you have prior to opening this business?

Ms. Arifa- I’ve been working in the retail industry in Canada since 1993. Prior to immigratimg to Canada, my family owned a women’s clothing store called Female Fashions in Fiji Islands.

Miracle: What was your biggest inspiration when choosing a career in fashion/ business?

Ms. Arifa- My mother was definitely my biggest inspiration in terms of owning my own boutique. My fashion sense is inherited from her. I feel as if both my business sense and passion for couture has passed down to my daughter, Ateefa, who now works with me running Bombay Collection.

Miracle: Where did you open your first fashion store and how did you select your store name?

Ms. Arifa- Originally, in 1999 we had begun selling a small collection of Indian and Pakistani Kameez Shalwars from our then sports clothing store, Soccer King. Although we closed Soccer King down, I had a feeling that I would be able to do well with this new line of clothing from home.

In 2006, with an encouraging response from family, friends and new clients, I decided to shift the business to a retail space in Khalsa Business Centre in Surrey.

We named the store Bombay Collection.

Recently, in 2009 we moved to our current location in Payal Business Centre.

Miracle: How long have you been in the fashion industry and how long have you been in business for yourself and do other family members support you in the business?

Ms. Arifa- I’ve been in the fashion/small business industry since 1976. My family definitely makes up the backbone of my business. I don’t believe you can be successful if you are all alone. My family has played and still plays a tremendous role in helping me with the day to day challenges of running a boutique.

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Miracle: Which ethnic community are you most popular with?

Ms. Arifa- We have great range in our East Indian customer base; however, the majority of our customers are from the Muslim and Hindu communities as well as the Punjabi Sikh community. In addition, we also have a large number of Caucasian Canadian customers.

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Demand of Skilled Trade Professionals in North America: Deciding which trade is right for you

By Imran Tipu, B.Sc. Civil Eng This article is a continuation of my last three articles in which I explained the demand of skilled trade professionals in North America.

Today I will discuss the electrical trade profession.

Building Electricians Electricians install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices and related equipment in buildings and other structures. They are employed by electrical contractors and maintenance departments of buildings and other establishments, or they may be self-employed.

Job Description of Building Electricians • Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations • Pull wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors • Install brackets and hangers to support electrical equipment • Install, replace, repair lighting fixtures, electrical control and distribution of equipment, such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels • Splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and components to form circuits • Test continuity of circuits using test equipment to ensure compatibility and safety of system, following installation, replacement or repair • Troubleshoot and isolate faults in electrical and electronic systems and remove and replace faulty components • Connect electrical power to audio and visual communication equipment, signalling devices and heating and cooling systems • Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records.

Prospects of Building Electricians in Canada • Demand for these workers depends largely on growth in the construction industry, as the majority of electricians work in the construc-

tion industry.

• Electricians may be employed by electrical contractors and maintenance departments of buildings and other establishments, or they may be self-employed.

• The electrical trade is becoming more technically oriented in both theory and application. Electricians will require skills upgrading to deal with fiber optics and local area networks.

• Work performed by electricians is expanding to include alternate energy supplies, such as solar power, wind power and fuel cells, wiring for smart homes and automated systems for high tech industries and complex computer offices.

• Electricians who specialize in new technologies are expected to be in greatest demand Industrial Electrician Industrial electricians install, maintain, test, troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical equipment and associated electrical and electronic controls. They are employed by electrical contractors and maintenance departments of factories, plants, mines, shipyards and other industrial establishments.

Job Description of Industrial Electrician • Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations.

• Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fibre-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.

• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance • Maintain, repair, install and test switchgear, transformers, switchboard meters, regulators and reactors • Maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems • Troubleshoot, maintain and repair industrial, electrical and electronic control systems and other related devices • Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records • May install, maintain and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices.

Mortgage Watch

By Kazim Jafary In most of the mortgages today which are closed mortgages, figuring out the prepayment penalty on a fixed-rate mortgage is like solving a tough mathematical equation. Homeowners who try often end up hitting their heads in frustration. It has been like that for years, and as many unwittingly discover, mortgage penalties can be disturbingly unexpected, expensive, and unreasonable.

Lenders have always used hard to comprehend penalty language that disguises just how expensive it can be to payout your mortgage prior to maturity. As a result, people trying to break their mortgage are routinely shocked and disappointed by four or five figure early payout penalty quotes by their lenders.

Interest Rate Differential (IRD) charges, commonly called ‘penalties’, have long been the biggest culprit. IRD charges compensate a lender for lost interest when you prepay large portions of a closed mortgage. They’re basically the difference between the interest you promised to pay and what the lender can earn today on a mortgage of your size. Without a computer, even most lender representatives cannot calculate IRD penalties with preci-

sion. A penalty can be as big as a million dollar on a multimillion-dollar mortgage. The average is far less than that – usually in the four-digit range – but for a homeowner with little income and small savings, the effect of a few thousands in penalty can be financially devastating.

The good news is that things are changing for the better. The Department of Finance has recently convinced federally regulated banks to remove a layer of opacity. Most banks now agree to a ‘voluntary’ code of conduct that requires them to post plain-English, easily comprehensible explanations of prepayment charge calculations and provide website calculators so people can run their own penalty estimates. No doubt, this development means a monumental win for mortgage consumers.

For example, now one can easily find penalty calculators on websites of most of the top banks including BMO Bank of Montreal, CIBC, HSBC, ING Direct, Laurentian Bank, National Bank of Canada, Manulife Bank, Royal Bank, Scotiabank, and TD Canada Trust. As helpful as these calculators are, there’s one essential piece of the puzzle that most lenders still do not provide – the discount in interest rate you received at the time you got your mortgage.

This discount is a key factor in determining your IRD penalty with the major banks. They could have easily permitted estimation of discounts online (using their historical posted

Prospects of Industrial Electricians in Canada • Most industrial electricians are employed in the construction and mining, oil and gas industries.

• Employment in this field is neither seasonal nor very sensitive to overall economic conditions.

• Increased use of robotics and other computerized control equipment creates more work for industrial electricians, as they are the ones who install and maintain the equipment. Technological change usually results in a greater demand for industrial electricians.

Demand of Electricians in Canada While there is a shortage of electricians across Canada, the following cities and provinces listed below have a particularly high demand for this occupation.

British Columbia • While employment is distributed quite evenly across the province in relation to population, over the last few years low interest rates and a growing economy resulted in a rapid increase in residential construction and renovations in the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, southern Vancouver Island and Okanagan regions in particular. These regions continue to be a growing source of work for electricians in the province.

• Commercial, institutional and industrial construction activity will also continue to be an important source of employment for electricians in B.C. • Projected new jobs (2010-2015) for electricians are estimated at 1,400 and new jobs created due to retirement over the same period are estimated at 2,230.

Vancouver Island and Victoria, BC • Job prospects for electricians are good in this local area.

• This occupation has an aging workforce, and it is expected that a significant number of new jobs will be due to the retirement of current workers.

Saskatchewan • The vast majority of Saskatchewan electricians work for an employer; however, selfemployment is not uncommon.

• In 2006, nearly 40% of all Saskatchewan electricians were 45 years of age or older.

Many of these individuals are expected to retire in the next few years, creating employ-

ment opportunities for new electricians.

Regina Area, Saskatchewan • Employment prospects for electricians are expected to be good in 2010-2011.

Saskatoon and Rural West, Saskatchewan • Employment prospects are considered to be good in this local area for 2010-2011.

• The Saskatoon and Rural West has seen a surge of building activity within all four construction sectors including new home building and renovation, industrial, commercial, and civil engineering.

• The Construction Sector Council states that employment growth in construction will continue to accelerate in Saskatchewan as major construction projects move forward and government fiscal stimulus increases institutional building prospects.

• The need to replace older workers who retire along with continued economic growth will provide good employment opportunities for electricians.

South-West Saskatchewan: • Employment prospects for electricians are good for the period 2010-2011.

• The size of this occupational group is about 240, with nearly 44% of the workforce above the age of 45. Many of these individuals are expected to retire in the next few years, creating employment opportunities for new electricians.

Manitoba • Employment prospects for electricians are expected to be good for 2010-2014.

• Employment in Manitoba in 2010 is estimated at 2,275.

• A proportionally larger number of jobs are located in rural Manitoba.

• The majority of electricians work in the Construction industry (88%).

• The many construction projects planned or underway in Manitoba, in addition to private and public investment including infrastructure funding, low interest rates and renovation tax incentives are factors behind the positive outlook for continued growth in commercial and residential construction and renovation. All these factors have lead to a positive outlook for electricians as well.

For more information about these article series and/or all our previous articles, please visit: www.rtmroofingandrenovations.com

rates), but omitting this data forces borrowers to call in and listen to their sales pitch aimed at retaining the business before borrowers are allowed to switch lenders. Another problem is that few non-bank lenders have taken the initiative to create online penalty calculators.

That makes comparing penalties between banks and non-bank lenders unnecessarily difficult, which consequently plays right into the big banks’ hands.

The majority of long-term fixed-rate mortgage holders terminate or change their mortgage before their term is up. In fact, the average five-year mortgage lasts only three to four years. Penalties apply in only a minority of these cases, but for those who are affected, they can substantially raise your overall cost of borrowing. Therefore, it pays to have an idea of mortgage breakage costs today and avoid surprises tomorrow. In doing so, you’ll often find that a lender’s bargain interest rate is counterbalanced by its harsh penalty policy. Before settling on a particular lender, try the following to decide between different options. If you want a five-year fixed term, you can ask your mortgage expert to estimate that lender’s penalty as if you planned to break the mortgage after 3 years and 6 months (it’s the average breakage point in most of the cases), assuming rates stay the same. Then ask the expert to give you a sense for how this penalty would compare to the other lender. In this way you can make an informed choice about a lender based on its payout penalty policy.

Fortunately, the Financial Consumer Agency

of Canada is doing a great job by encouraging clarity with mortgage penalties. Early next year, it will go a step further by requiring banks to provide annual information to help consumers calculate their penalty, written penalty statements upon request with clear calculation explanations, and access to exact prepayment penalty quotes by phone.

Penalties are a realm where borrowers need knowledgeable advice. Not many mortgage professionals are experienced with penalty calculations so this can be one of the criteria while deciding whom you should work with to find the best possible mortgage solution.

Useful Terms Closed Mortgage. A mortgage which does not allow full payout before expiry of its term (maturity).

Maturity. The date on which the balance owing on a mortgage becomes due; it’s the final day of the term of a mortgage. For example, on a 5-year term mortgage with 25 years amortization, the maturity is the last day of the 5-year term.

IRD. The Interest Rate Differential (IRD) also known as yield maintenance is the difference in the contract rate of interest less the current rate of interest. It is an attempt by the lender to recover the loss of interest that will occur as a result of allowing early payout of the mortgage.

Questions & Comments: kazim@kazimjafary.com

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Safety tips to help keep kids from a fright on Halloween night

British Columbia - Before parents and children head out for Halloween trick or treating, BC Ambulance Service (BCAS) and the specialists at BC Children’s Hospital have some safety tips for parents.

These safety tips are based on visits to BC Children’s Hospital Emergency Department and BCAS call data that shows on Halloween last year, between the hours of 4 and 9 pm, there was a significant increase in the number of ambulance calls for traffic incidents and burns compared to regular

nights. Every year, BC Children’s and BC Ambulance Service treat many preventable injuries involving trick-or-treaters, such as falls from ill-fitting costumes, injuries from being struck by a car, burns from fireworks or cuts from pumpkin-carving.

The following tips can help parents and caregivers keep children safe this Halloween:

BE SEEN – Parents as well as children should wear bright costumes or clothing made of flame-resistant material with reflective tape, or carry light sticks or flashlights to ensure motorists can see them.

Consider trick-or-treating in a group.

Don’t forget to stop, look left, right and left again – before crossing a street. Always cross the street at corners and crosswalks.

If there isn’t a sidewalk, walk beside the road or street facing traffic.

DRESS APPROPRIATELY – To prevent falls, make sure your child’s costume fits well and isn’t too long or loose. Dress for the weather to ensure your child is comfortable and warm. A mask can obscure your vision; instead try make-up.

ADULT SUPERVISION – Young children should always have a responsible adult escorting them door-to-door on Halloween night. Skip past houses that don’t have lights on, or the walkway isn’t well-lit, and avoid unfamiliar animals.

PUMPKIN CARVING – Kids under six should not use knives or other sharp instruments to carve pumpkins. Instead they can express their creativity by drawing a face on a pumpkin or dressing it up with

colourful fall leaves. Parents should use a flashlight or a light stick to illuminate a pumpkin rather than a candle, to reduce the risk of burns.

CHOKING – Choking occurs most frequently among children under two years of age, but choking can happen at any age. Do not give children under five popcorn, hard candy, or nuts. When eating candy, parents should have children sit at a table since eating while playing, jumping or talking can lead to choking. Information is available through HealthLink BC at http://www. healthlinkbc.ca/kb/content/special/chkng. html#aa111963.

FIREWORK SAFETY – To be safe, plan family fun and activities that don’t include fireworks. However, if you plan to use fireworks as part of your celebration, only purchase them from a reliable source and always read and follow label directions.

Keep water or a fire extinguisher nearby when lighting fireworks.

SLOW DOWN AND WATCH FOR PEDESTRIANS – Motorists are advised to slow down and drive with extra caution this Halloween. BCAS notes that historically there is an increase in the number of traffic accidents on Halloween evening. Children are easily distracted and difficult to see because of their small size, particularly if they run into the street from between parked cars.

BE A GOOD HOST – As a homeowner, make sure the path to your front door is clear of any obstructions or sharp objects and well-lit to prevent trick-or-treaters from falling. Don’t leave pumpkins with burning candles close to where children

may be trick-or-treating to prevent burns or costumes catching on fire.

ENJOY THE TREATS, BUT CHECK THEM FIRST – Always check the treats before your child eats them. Throw away any items with torn wrappers or holes in the wrapper. Wash and cut any fruit before eating.

Quotes: Jane Christy, BC Ambulance Service Unit Chief, Lillooet “Make sure your children are in highly visible clothing. Visibility is important whether you’re in a rural area or if you’re on a sidewalk in an urban area.”

Dr. Ash Singhal, pediatric neurosurgeon and Director of Pediatric Trauma Program at BC Children’s Hospital “If you’re driving a vehicle – slow down – particularly when it gets dark, because it can be more difficult to see kids stepping from crosswalks or darting across a street.”

Dan Earl, BC Ambulance Service Unit Chief, Port Hardy “Parental supervision of activities for young children is a must. Whether you’re making a jack-o-lantern, trick-or-treating or watching a fireworks or a firecracker display, always be there to ensure the safety of your kids.”BC Ambulance Service and BC Children’s Hospital are part the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), a specialist in prevention. PHSA is committed to sharing expertise and knowledge to promote health and prevent illness and injury, manage chronic conditions, and lessen the burden of disease in high risk populations.

Source: http://www.bcchildrens.ca/NR/ rdonlyres/88822B03-5392-40EB-8C62C1FA23D6901A/60014/20121016_NR_ HalloweenSafetyTips.pdf

BULLAY SHAH ACADEMY OF CANADA S.R. Pirzada Syed Wali Hussain Shah Astana-e-Alia Shahensha-e-Weelayat Hazrat Qibla-Sheikh-ul-Hadith Gujrat-Pakistan

From Pir Afzal Ahmed Naqashbandi Eid Mubarak to all Muslim Brothers and Sisters. May Allah (SWT) shower His blessings upon you on this auspicious occasion. Ameen

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NHL offers 50-50 split to players

The ball is now in the players’ court. The NHL injected life into a stagnant labor negotiation Tuesday, making a surprise offer to the NHL Players’ Association that was highlighted by a 50-50 split in hockeyrelated revenue and a full 82-game season starting Nov. 2. The NHLPA held a conference call Tuesday evening to discuss the offer with the players’ negotiating committee and the union’s executive board. Fehr didn’t say exactly when the union would invite the NHL back to bargaining table with a reaction to the offer, acknowledging it would be “sooner rather than later.”

A source says the tentative plan is for both sides to speak by phone Wednesday, with the NHLPA seeking clarification on number of points, and then for the two sides to meet again Thursday. The key question players will have is just how the 50-50 split, down from the 57 percent earned by the players in the expired collective bargaining agreement, will affect their current signed contracts. That has been a key issue in these negotiations -- players not wanting to give up much, if any, of current signed salaries via escrow payments in any new CBA. A source told ESPN. com that there is a mechanism in place in

the league’s latest offer to defer payments based on future growth -- in other words, somewhat mitigating the players’ financial pain in the first few years. The offer also will allow teams to go over the salary cap in Year 1 of the deal -- a maximum of up to $70 million -- as part of the transition rules, according to the source. NHL commissioner Gary Bettman announced the offer Tuesday at the NHLPA’s head office in Toronto, where the league and the players’ union discussed core economic issues rather than continuing to focus on secondary issues. Fehr said that the offer is “at least six years in length.” The NHL has backed down from earlier proposals for some systemic changes to player contracts, league sources told ESPN.com. Tuesday’s offer also reopened the possibility of salary arbitration and called for unrestricted free agents to have at least eight years’ service time (or be 28 years old), according to the sources. The offer also calls for entry-level contracts to be two years in length, as opposed to the stipulated three years in the expired CBA, according to sources. The NHL’s last offer on Sept. 13 called for the players to receive 49 percent of hockeyrelated revenue in Year 1, followed by 48

World XI to play two Twenty20s in Pakistan

In a bid to revive international cricket in Pakistan, a World XI will play two exhibition Twenty20 matches against a Pakistan Star XI, the Sindh sports minister Dr Mohammad Ali Shah has announced. The ‘World XI’ team is comprised of former and active professional players from Sri Lanka, West Indies, South Africa and Afghanistan. The two matches will be played on October 20 and 21 at the National Stadium Karachi with former Sri Lanka captain Sanath Jayasuriya slated to lead the World XI against a Shahid Afridi-led Pakistan XI. “World XI team will be arriving in Karachi on October 18 to play a series of two twenty20 matches,” Shah said. “There are some notable player touring and this is a big breakthrough. “I have been working from last one year to make this event possible.

We have finalised all the arrangements to hold these matches in a befitting manner under tight security. Both matches will be played under floodlights. The event will give a soft image of Pakistan around the world and would encourage the teams to visit Pakistan.” “Around 5,000 policemen will be employed to avoid any lapse and we are sure that these arrangements will put the players at ease,” said Shah. “All the players are excited over the prospect of visiting Pakistan.” The idea to bring a

World XI to Pakistan was first lobbied a year ago, but the tour was cancelled twice earlier this year when PCB refused to sanction the tournament. The PCB has issued ‘No Objection Certificates’ to the contracted players due to participate this time and has allowed the use of the National Stadium, but all the logistic arrangements, broadcasting deals and security arrangements were made by Shah with the support of the local government in Karachi.

Pakistan has not had international cricket since terrorists ambushed the Sri Lanka team bus during a Test match in Lahore in March 2009. Since then, Pakistan has had to play most of their ‘home’ matches in the UAE. The PCB’s recent attempt to have Bangladesh tour were stymied when the Bangladesh high court set a four-week embargo on the national team’s plans to visit Pakistan, citing concerns over security.

Source: Cricinfo

Pakistan : Continued from pg 7 Raja also held bilateral discussions with Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. He thanked the amir for inviting him to the ACD Summit and extending hospitality to his delegation.

Sheikh Sabah said that the relations between the two countries had been smooth, friendly, close and brotherly. He said that he was looking forward to visit Pakistan since a huge Pakistani community was working in Kuwait and making a valuable contribution to the country’s economy.

Pakistan and Kuwait enjoy a long history of cordial, brotherly relationship based on

strong religious and cultural ties. These bonds of friendship exist at official level as well as between the people of the two countries. Pakistan was among those countries that sent their troops to Kuwait following the Iraqi invasion in 1990. Nine Pakistani soldiers embraced martyrdom during the mine cleaning operation there.

Kuwait, on its part, has always extended help to Pakistan. The government and the people donated generously after the 2005 earthquake and the recent devastating floods.

Source: AP

percent in Year 2 and then 47 for the remainder of the six-year deal. The union’s last offer on Sept. 13, based on 7.1 percent revenue growth, called for the players’ share to be 54.3 percent in Year 1 and end at 52.3 percent in Year 5. Bettman said that in order to pull off the logistics of the schedule, each team would have one additional game every five weeks in order to get a full season in. All teams would also hold a makeshift training camp, lasting approximately one week. Veteran players who signed contracts overseas would need to scramble back to their team headquarters, as will the younger players who are working in the minor leagues, like the AHL, this month. Multiple sources told ESPNNewYork.com that all clubs were asked to submit additional dates of arena availability to help put together a condensed or revised schedule. As the league scrambles to put together a full schedule, one source told ESPNNewYork. com that the All-Star Game could even be in jeopardy so regular-season games could

be played that week. The NHL locked out its players on Sept. 15, and the regular season was scheduled to begin on Oct. 11. A Nov. 2 start date would extend the season well into June, but would preserve some of the marquee events, such as the Jan. 1 Winter Classic in Michigan. This is the third lockout under Bettman’s watch, but unlike the previous two, dialogue has remained steady. The two sides last met last week in New York. The lockout, which already has wiped out the entire preseason, turned a month old Monday, the same day NHL players would have received their first league paychecks of the season -- had there been hockey.

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Judge seeks bounty documents

A federal magistrate judge has ordered NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to provide the court with documents related to the league’s bounty investigation of the New Orleans Saints. The order by Magistrate Daniel Knowles on Tuesday came in response to suspended linebacker Jonathan Vilma’s efforts to initiate the discovery process in his defamation case against the commissioner. Vilma has said the NFL has allowed him to review only a fraction of documents related to bounty matter. Knowles issued a compromise order in which only the court, and not Vilma, may see the documents -- including reports of interviews with witnesses -- before a subsequent order is made on whether to allow discovery to proceed.

NFL spokesman Greg Aiello said league officials have already discussed the order with Knowles and have agreed to comply.

The order comes a day after Vilma re-filed a related lawsuit in the same New Orleans federal court asking for his season-long suspension to be overturned. That lawsuit also has argued that the NFL has failed to fully disclose its evidence in the bounty investigation. The NFLPA filed a similar request on behalf of three other current or former Saints players suspended in the probe: Saints defensive end Will Smith (four games), free agent defensive lineman Anthony Hargrove (seven games) and Cleveland linebacker Scott Fujita (one game). The players’ lawsuits contend that Goodell is incapable of acting as a neutral arbitrator in the bounty matter, in large part because his public statements soon after

the NFL’s investigation was made public last March indicated that he already had determined the guilt of the players before the disciplinary process began. Vilma, who has his own lawyers, and the NFLPA also contend that the bulk of witness testimony in the bounty probe came from former Saints defensive coordinator Gregg Williams and former Saints defensive assistant Mike Cerullo. They both have provided the NFL with sworn declarations backing allegations that the Saints had a pool that rewarded defensive players with cash for hits that injured opponents, and that Vilma offered $10,000 to anyone who knocked then-Minnesota Vikings quarterback Brett Favre out of the 2009-10 NFC title game. Attorneys for the punished players say those two witnesses lack credibility because Williams is suspended indefinitely and his reinstatement hinges on his cooperation, and because Cerullo was fired by the Saints and had a vendetta against the club. All four of the players are technically eligible to play this weekend because their appeals of their suspensions within the framework of the NFL’s labor agreement are pending. Goodell has scheduled their appeal hearings for Oct. 23 and could rule soon afterward. In the meantime, the players are hoping U.S. District Judge Ginger Berrigan will ultimately issue a ruling that voids Goodell’s decision to suspend the players and order a neutral arbitrator to handle any further discipline in the matter.

Source: ESPN

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