A prestigious ceremony was held at Aiwan-e-Sadr, where individuals and martyrs who rendered outstanding services in various fields were honored with top national awards.
During the event, senior journalists of BOL Network received prestigious national honors in recognition of their outstanding contributions to journalism.
Senior journalists Ihtasham ul Haq has been conferred the Hilal-i-Imtiaz, while Adil Abbasi has been awarded the Tamgha-i-Imtiaz for his impactful and responsible reporting.
This remarkable achievement is testament to their dedication, impactful journalism, and unwavering commitment to truth. We salute their contribution to the nation’s media landscape.
Friends and colleagues across the country have congratulated them on this remarkable achievement.
Ihtasham ul Haque
Ihtasham ul Haque stands among Pakistan’s most distinguished journalists, whose illustrious career spanning over four decades reflects an unwavering commitment to truth, objectivity, and the highest ideals of the profession.
Renowned for his incisive political and economic reporting, he has represented Pakistan’s media at international forums across North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa accompanying Presidents and Prime Ministers on high-level diplomatic engagements.
His global repute is further evidenced by his long association with Khaleej Times, BBC, and Tokyo Shimbun. Recipient of the United Nations Correspondents Association’s prestigious Dag Hammarskjöld Memorial Scholarship, four All Pakistan Newspapers Society (APNS) Best Journalist Awards, the Citibank Award, and the KC Kulish International Award, Mr. Haque’s career embodies integrity, professional excellence, and unconditional loyalty to Pakistan, democracy, and human rights.
Adil Abbasi
Mr. Adil Abbasi is a highly respected and influential Pakistani current affairs anchorperson with 18 years of journalistic experience, widely recognized for his deep- understanding of national and international affairs and his unwavering commitment to credible, unbiased reporting. Having worked with leading news organizations, he has emerged as a prominent figure in the media industry, known for his professionalism and integrity. Throughout his career, he has conducted exclusive interviews with former
His national reporting spans Pakistan’s most challenging regions, from the western border districts and the Line of Control! to coverage of internally displaced persons, major civic issues, and constituency reporting during multiple general elections.
Hilal-i-Imtiaz
Hilal-i-Imtiaz, Crescent of Excellence, is the second-highest civilian award and honor given to both civilians and military officers of the Pakistan Armed Forces by the Government of Pakistan. It recognizes individuals who have made an “especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of Pakistan, world peace, cultural or other significant public endeavors”. It is a civilian award, and not limited to the citizens of Pakistan.
Tamgha-i-Imtiaz
Tamgha-i-Imtiaz, is a state-bestowed honor of Pakistan. It is given to any civilian in Pakistan based on their achievements. While it is a civilian/military award, it can be bestowed upon officers of the Pakistan Armed Forces and worn on their uniform. It can also be awarded to foreign citizens who have performed great service to Pakistan.
