“ In light of your unquestionable courage, military prowess, firm belief and unshakeable patriotism, the president awards you the Hilal-i-Jurat.” Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir receives the Hilal-i-Jurat from President Asif Ali Zardari at a ceremony at the Presidency on August 14.... Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is presented the Nishan-i-Imtiaz by President Asif Ali Zardari during a ceremony at the Presidency on August 14.... — DawnNewsTVAccording to state

Join our Whatsapp channelISLAMABAD: The country’s military and civilian leadership, as well as martyrs of the Marka-i-Haq engagement with India, were conferred with national awards on Thursday, as part of celebrations to mark Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day. President Asif Ali Zardari awarded the honours to federal ministers, civil servants, armed forces personnel, journalists and other civilians, in recognition of their contributions during Operation Bunyanum Marsoos in May of this year. ADVER