ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Tuesday announced a public holiday for Sept 6 on account of Eid Miladun Nabi (peace be upon him), Dawn.com reports. A notification in this regard was issued by the Cabinet Division.

Last week, the Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee had announced that Eid Miladun Nabi will fall on coming Saturday. September 6 will also mark the country’s 60th Defence Day, commemorating the sacrifices of the fallen heroes of the 1965 war against India.

Published in Dawn, September 3rd, 2025

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