Veteran Journalist Imran Aslam passes away

Author: Web Desk

Imran Aslam, a prominent journalist as well as President of Geo and Jang Group passed away at the age of 70 on Friday.

As per Geo news, Aslam was unwell for some time and was undergoing treatment at a local hospital.

He was born in Madras, India in 1952. He studied in London in the 70s and had a great career in journalism.

Riaz Aslam, who is the brother of the journalist, said their sister and Aslam’s son will arrive from London.

Imran Aslam’s son Taimur said his father’s funeral prayers will be offered after Asr prayers on Saturday near their house and the burial will take place at a graveyard in DHA, Phase 8.

Aslam’s death triggered an outpouring of grief from fellow journalists, politicians and other segments of society.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep grief over Aslam’s death and prayed for the departed soul. He said the journalist’s services in Pakistan would always be remembered.

President Dr Arif Alvi also offered his condolences on Aslam’s demise.

Share
Leave a Comment

Recent Posts

  • Business

Gold prices dip by Rs 300 to Rs 267,400 per tola

The price of 24 karat per tola gold decreased by Rs.300 and was sold at…

5 hours ago
  • Business

Pakistan offers incentives to NY firms seeking South, Central Asia expansion

The head of Greater New York Chamber of Commerce, Mark Jaffe, Friday expressed strong interest…

5 hours ago
  • Business

US utilities want Trump, Republicans to save inflation act’

The U.S. utility industry wants the incoming Trump administration and Republican-led Congress to preserve clean…

5 hours ago
  • Business

30pc cash withdrawal facility to be available through Kisan card

Secretary Agriculture Punjab Iftikhar Ali Sahu chaired a meeting at the Commissioner's Office here to…

5 hours ago
  • Business

ByteDance’s valuation hits $300bn amid US ban uncertainty

TikTok's Chinese parent company ByteDance is valuing itself at about $300 billion after a recent…

5 hours ago
  • Business

Agri dept launches wheat campaign

The Agriculture Department has launched a massive "wheat grow campaign" to persuade and motivate farmers…

5 hours ago