Greetings: A very happy Christmas

‘The News’ wishes all those readers who are celebrating a happy and peaceful Christmas. May you have a wonderful time and may the message of Christmas, ‘peace and goodwill among men’ be achieved all over the world in the days to come. ‘Christmas comes but once a year, and when it comes it brings good cheer,’ is a popular saying and this is evident from the atmosphere in the bazaars; public places and in homes around the country. There is something about this festival that makes even those of us who are not of the faith want to join in the festivities and celebrate with our Christian friends!

Since this day is also the birthday of the founder of the nation, Quaid-i-Azam Mohammed Ali Jinnah, an auspicious occasion for all of us, it is appropriate to recall his message of interfaith harmony and co-existence and live up to it. In these troubled times we tend to forget, all too often, the significance of his words when he addressed all those who live in this country - be they of whatever faith – to remain united and live in peace and harmony. Happy Christmas!

— Ishrat Hyatt