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Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️ 20.10.2023

First of all, this blog is dedicated to my father “Syed Hamid Ashraf” on his 60th birthday. And also remember my maternal grandmother "Saleha Khatoon" on the occasion of her 11th death anniversary.

On this special day, we gather to celebrate not just the passing of another year but the life of a man who has been our guiding light, our source of strength, and our greatest inspiration. Today, we honor the birthday of a remarkable man, my father, Syed Hamid Ashraf. From the moment I entered this world, I was cradled in the arms of love. My father, Syed Hamid Ashraf, has been more than just a parent; he's been a pillar of unwavering support and an endless source of love. His love is like a warm, comforting blanket that shields us from the storms of life. Growing up, my father wasn't just a source of discipline; he was a friend who listened, understood, and guided. His wisdom has been a beacon in the darkest of times, and his advice, a treasure of insight. His presence has made even the most challenging moments in life feel conquerable. Six decades of life have granted my father a reservoir of wisdom that extends far beyond his years. His experiences, his stories, and his guidance have shaped not just my life but the lives of countless others. His wisdom is like a map that helps navigate the complex terrain of existence. Generosity flows through my father's veins. His willingness to help, to give without expecting anything in return, and to share his knowledge and resources is a testament to the generosity that defines him. He's taught us that it's not what you have but what you give that truly matters. As we celebrate my father's birthday, we also celebrate the values he's instilled in us. Values of love, kindness, resilience, and generosity. These values are not just a part of our lives; they are the essence of our family. As my father marks another year on this incredible journey, we look forward to the chapters that are yet to be written. We know that the legacy he leaves behind is a testament to a life well-lived and a family well-loved. The impact he's made on us will continue to ripple through the generations that follow. Your presence is a gift that keeps on giving, and your love is a treasure we hold close to our hearts. May the years ahead be filled with laughter, love, and more cherished moments together. "HAPPY BIRTHDAY"

On the other hand, today we are commemorating maternal grandmother (Nani's) 11th death anniversary. our hearts are filled with a mix of emotions. It's a day to remember the beautiful soul who graced our lives with her presence, wisdom, and love. My grandmother was not just a matriarch; she was a wellspring of wisdom. Her life experiences were the lessons that shaped us, and her stories were the tales that ignited our imagination. Her wisdom continues to guide us, even in her absence. The love our maternal grandmother bestowed upon us knew no bounds. It was a love that felt like a warm embrace, like a comforting lullaby, like a safe harbor. It's a love that remains in our hearts, reminding us that her love endures, even beyond the confines of time. On this day, we revisit the treasure chest of memories we shared with our grandmother. Her laughter, her comforting presence, and the moments we spent together are etched in our hearts. These memories are the threads that connect us to her, even now. As we commemorate her memory today, it's not with sorrow but with a quiet celebration of the life she lived and the love she gave. We remember her with a smile, knowing that her spirit continues to watch over us.

With love and gratitude, we remember our maternal grandmother "Saleha Khatoon" on this anniversary of her passing. Her presence continues to be felt in the beauty of our family, in the values we hold dear, and in the love we share. We honor her with deep affection and gratitude for the legacy she left behind.

Love You, ❤️

Thank You !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

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Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

Today, after a long time, I have got a chance to write a blog for you friends. Today is 10th September i.e. Grand Parent's Day. It is celebrated every year on 10 September. And this is also a coincidence, today is my maternal grandfather's death anniversary. On this day (10 September 1996) my maternal grandfather (Qamar Zahidi) died. Today I remember him a lot. I wish they were together, it would have been great to celebrate today with them. Well, life and death are in the hands of Allah, so we are helpless and cannot do anything. So when I was a very young child, my grandfather died and I didn't get much of a chance to spend time with him. Actually, my maternal grandfather loved me very much. He was a common man and did a small job in Patna and was also a poet (Shayar). From the beginning, he was fond of reading and writing and he had a special interest in urdu languages. He earned a lot of fame by writing a lot of poetry, ghazals, poems etc. Some of his books were also published like "Chashm-e-Nam", and recently "Saaz-e-Hayat" was also published. I am very lucky that even though I did not get a chance to spend time with him, I got a chance to read the books written by him and I got to learn a lot from that book. Friends, those whose maternal grandparents are alive today should respect and love them. I believe that maternal grandparents are like banyan trees, which strengthen every branch of the family with time. But unfortunately, in today's life we all are left broke. Over small matters, we push their relationships with their families into the fire of hatred and then turn their backs on their grandparents, parents, brothers and sisters and start hating them. In this way, today hatred has started spreading in our society and people have started maintaining distance from each other in their own homes. Today this should be taken into consideration and we all should understand the value of family and live together. Family is a great strength. Today if families are with us then we can face every difficulty and difficulty in the world. Therefore, we all should try to take special care of our parents and grandparents in our family and love them. So friends, while leaving, I would like to share some poems written by my maternal grandfather (Qamar Zahidi).

• "Suraj To Dhal Chuka Hai Tamaazat (intense heat) Nahi Gayi,

Raato'n Ko Jaagne Ki Wo Adat Nahi Gayi"

• "Sitam Mein Saikdon Rozgar Milte Hain,

Huzoor Humse Magar Kam Hi Jaan Nisaar Milte Hain"

• "Dilon Ke Haal Ka Surat Se Andaza Nahin Lagta,

Haan Waise Dekhne Mein Aaina Jhuta Nahin Lagta"

• Chhupa Kar Woh Kahan Rakhta Hai Jane Zakhm Sab Apne,

"Qamar" Ko Jab Bhi Dekha Hai Woh Afsurdah Nahi Lagta.

Thank You !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

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Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

Today (May 14, 2023) is mother's day, but I must say that there is no day without a mother !!

Mother is the best, truest and most beautiful relation. The most beautiful thing that Allah has created in this universe are the parents whose blessings cannot be exchanged, especially the mother is given the highest priority. The father does all the work outside the house, all the work outside is his responsibility. He leaves early in the morning and returns home at night, during which time only the mother takes care of the child, decorates and runs the house. She is responsible for all the affairs of the house, especially in bringing up, taking care of the children, fixing their food, clothes, play time, her role is very important in maintaining good discipline in the house. Mother's role is especially important in making children's language, speech, lips and accent cultured.

No matter how many mistakes the children make, the mother's heart is so generous and compassionate that she forgives the mistakes of the children, but the sad thing is that when the same mother becomes old, she cannot even walk and work. When she becomes incapacitated, the same children hesitate to keep this mother with them. The mother who did not allow any of her children to sleep on an empty stomach, today the same children do their mother a favor by feeding them two meals a day. When the mother prays, the wings of the sky move and when she prays badly, the throne trembles. The sooner we understand the importance of this superpower, the better it is because once the mother is gone, she does not come back.

And in the end the truth is that mother is everything and without mother we are nothing. That's why we need to appreciate, respect, honor and take care of the mother.

And while leaving, I would like to say a few words for my mother, whom I keep writing on social media in my spare time.

1. Kiya Farq Padega Logon Ki Baddua'on Se..

Jab Sath Ho Hamare "Maa" Ki Duaon Ka Kafila..!! (2018)

2. Mushkil Raahon Ko Bhi Asaan Bana Deti Hai..

Wo "Maa" Ki Hi Dua Hai Jo Har Mushkil Ko Mita Deti Hai..!! (2019)

3. "Maa" Wo Hasti Hai Jo Har Takleef Ko Seh Sakti Hai..

Bachhon Ko Bhar Pet Khila Kar Khud Bhuke Pet Reh Sakti Hai..!! (2020)

4. Meri Jhuti Muskaan Ko Woh Pehchan Jaati Hai..

Woh "Maa" Hai Sahab Jo Preshan Dil Ka Haal Bhi Jaan Jaati Hai..!! (2023)

Thank You !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

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Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

..and finally the situation of Bihar Sharif is under control "Allahumdulillah". Actually, on March 31, 2023, a Ram Navami procession was taken out in Bihar Sharif. When the procession reached Gagan Diwan locality at around 4 pm, there was an altercation between the people of the two communities and the dispute escalated. Within a short time, the matter increased a lot and brick-stones and bullets also started firing. The people of Bajrang Dal involved in the procession vandalized the mosque and hoisted the saffron flag along with this people's houses, shops, buses, madrasas etc. were also burnt. Actually all this happened due to lack of administration. This time the administration neither issued any guideline for the procession nor deployed a large number of police force in the procession. Similarly, violence took place in some other areas of the city Bihar Sharif on the second day as well. People say that all these incidents happened under a well thought out conspiracy. After all these incidents, the administration woke up and deployed a large amount of police force at various places and internet service was stopped in the city and Section 144 was imposed. It seemed as if there was a lockdown once again in Bihar Sharif. Finally, after 4 days the matter came under control. Shops etc. were allowed to open till 3 pm and internet service was also started after 8 days. At the same time, all the schools and colleges of the city were also opened from Monday, April 10, but Section 144 is still in force. The administration has so far arrested more than 100 rioters and the search for some rioters is on. Just pray to Allah that may Allah protect us all.

Ameen !! ❣️

Thank You !!

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

[ssashraf]

Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

As you all know today is 9th November, that is, today is celebrated as Urdu Day. On this day in 1877, the famous poet Dr. Allama Iqbal was born in Sialkot Pakistan, and today Urdu Day is celebrated to mark his birth anniversary. His father's name was Sheikh Noor Muhammed and his mother's name was Imam Bibi. The financial condition of the house was not that good, it just used to pass. His father was not very educated, his job was that of a tailor, he used to stitch clothes of people and run the house, but yes he was not educated but he was a very religious and social person.

Do you know, Urdu is an Indo-Aryan language that comes from the Indo-European language family. It is the mother tongue of about 70 million people worldwide and more than 100 million people use it as a second language in India - Pakistan. Urdu is a language that reaches the soul. It is a language that fills life in ghazals. This is the reason why songs, poetry and nazms written in Urdu reach our hearts.

You must have heard that a proverb is very famous in India. Regarding languages, it is said that if Hindi is our mother then Urdu is our aunt. This clearly shows how much importance is given to languages ​​in India. Also, how is the importance of Urdu in it, it also shows.

The birth of Urdu in India is considered to be from the period of 12th century. At that time the popular name of this language was not Urdu but Hindavi. When the number of its speakers increased rapidly and it started being spoken in different states, then its different names also started appearing, such as- Zaban-e-Hind, Rekhta, Zaban-e-Dehli, Hindi, Gujri, Deccani, Zaban-e-Urdu-e-Mullah and Urdu.

I believe that Dr. Allama Iqbal through his poetry worked to advance the Urdu language to a great extent. He used Urdu and Persian languages ​ ​ extensively in his poetry. His poetry was not easy for everyone to understand. Because he did not do common poetry, in which those who read and listened could see the words of the lover, he was a revolutionary poet, his poetry used to be filled with the philosophy of life. There used to be many mines in every single harf.

There is no doubt that Dr. Allama Iqbal was a true patriot, he wrote many such ghazals in which the flame of his patriotism can be felt. When he wrote "Tarana-e-Hind" in 1904, that ghazal was on the tongue of a revolutionary. Even today that Ghazal is repeated in every corner of India.

Sare Jahan Ae Achcha Hindustan Hamara

Hum Bulbule Hain Iski Ye Gulistaan Hamara

Mazhab Nahi Sikhata Aapas Mein Bair Rakhna

Hindi Hain Hum Watan Hai Hindustan Hamara...

Well, in today's era, all of you must have also realised that somewhere in our country, in some way or the other, efforts are being made to eradicate Urdu, and this is also true that without Urdu, All Stories, Ghazal, Nazm, Song and Poetry are all incomplete. Without Urdu, they cannot accomplish all these things, but still do not know why some people are lying on erasing Urdu. So I request special Muslim brothers and sisters to try to keep Urdu alive in their society in their homes and get their children educated in Urdu and take Urdu newspapers or magazines in their homes. Today we all ourselves are getting away from Urdu as if it will no longer exist in the future.

What a great poet has written a lot on Urdu;

"Urdu" Jise Kehte Hain Tahzeeb Ka Chashma Hai..

Wo Shakhs Mohazzab Hai Jisko Ye Zuban Aayi !!

Thank You !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

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Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

Today we are celebrating Teacher's day and as you know teachers day is celebrated on 5th September every year to mark the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. He was a former President of India, scholar, philosopher and Bharat Ratna recipient. On Teachers' Day, students all over the country pay respect and tribute to their teachers. In most schools, special programs are also organised to celebrate Teachers' Day on September 5. Teachers' Day is a reminder of the role that teachers play in nation-building by guiding and educating the brightest minds of our country. Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was a professor and a scholar whose work revolved around comparative religion and philosophy. He used to teach Philosophy at the Madras Presidency College, University of Mysore, University of Calcutta, the University of Chicago and also the University of Oxford. Radhakrishnan was appointed as the second President of India in 1962 and assumed office from May 13 that year. To celebrate this momentous occasion, his students and friends decided to celebrate his birthday and sought his permission regarding the same. Radhakrishnan told them, “Instead of celebrating my birthday separately, it would be my proud privilege if September 5 is observed as Teacher's Day". For school students, the day means getting roses, chocolates, gifts including handmade cards to profess their affection for their favourite teachers. For senior students, Teacher’s Day is one of role reversal and celebration. Last two years, owing to the Covid-19 pandemic, the schools and colleges were shut and the annual celebrations at the campus were replaced with virtual ones. With the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and a threat of Delta variant spreading, many schools continued to operate their online classes where virtual wishes and greetings became a perfect way to tell your teachers you love and cherish them. However, with the normalcy fast restoring and students back in campus, it is once again that time of the year when cultural programmes and events are organised in schools and colleges. Students bring flowers, sweets and cards for their teachers to express their gratitude and love while senior students dress up in formals and take/supervise classes so that teachers can take a break and enjoy the celebrations. So, We should respect all the teachers and follow their words because teachers are like our parents, we get to learn everything from them, without them we cannot move forward in life. And we should also not forget that our biggest teachers are our parents, if they were not there we would not have got a good education today. Parents showed us the right path and teachers took that path to the destination. If we didn't have parents and teachers in our lives today, we would probably be mindless and illiterate people today. Our life is incomplete without parents and teachers, so we should respect elders in our life and treat the younger ones with love.

Thank You !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

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Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

Hope you all are well and healthy. I have come here after a long time. Actually I am too busy in Bookstock work for last 25 days in Kolkata. My friends and colleagues also missed me a lot, in fact they all are eagerly waiting for my birthday. Now I am in Kolkata and nowadays the weather of Kolkata is very nice. I am enjoying a lot here and spending most of the time with maternal uncle and cousins. Actually I like Kolkata very much since childhood. Kolkata blows my senses, shakes my soul. The city rejuvenates me in the evening amidst thick black thunder clouds, the constant noise of crowded streets, familiar and unfamiliar faces, multiple options of local snacks and tea, jolts of color. So you guys also come to Kolkata sometime and enjoy this city (Kuch Din to Guzariye Hamare Kolkata Mein). And I want to tell that everyone asked me when will you come to Bihar Sharif? So now my friends the wait is over, finally I am coming to Bihar Sharif on my Birthday Feb. 12. InshaAllah.

Swagat Nahi Karoge Hamara !! 😊

Thank you !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

[ssashraf]

Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

I am here after a long time and hope you are all well. Those days I was suffering from fever and cold, Now I am fine. Today October 20 is a special day for me. Do You know why?

Actually today is my Father's Birthday and this birthday means a lot to me because I am very lucky that today my father is in front of me. The importance of being a father is known to those whose father is not in this world. We do not respect our father until we understand his importance. How hard a father works for his son, gives him good food and drink, gives him livelihood, which a child cannot do so much for his father. I understand it this way, a father is like a shadow to his son who stands by him everywhere in every trouble and situations. So, every child should respect his father, give him self respect, follow the good things told by him and keep him happy. And not just father, respect both your parents (Father & Mother) and keep them happy always. I see nowadays people have become so busy in their work that they don't even have time to talk to their parents and sit beside them, it seems that nowadays people have forgotten the importance of parents, maybe his parents are nothing in front of him and they have no value. Even in holidays, people do not spend their time sitting with their parents, even easily spend their time with phone, laptop, TV. We should spend some moments of our life with our parents and our family so that they feel good and this will be a lesson for the children to come, seeing you doing this they will also do the same and try to follow good things . Somewhere, I believe that nowadays smart phones are creating distance in the family. Smart phones have made non-people and far-flung people closer and the near one's farther away. So, I would say to you all guys is to use your phone as little as possible, lest you become a victim of loneliness in the coming time. And last, my dua's every parents, may Allah bless every parents happy and safe.

Love You !! ❤️

Thank You !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

[ssashraf]

Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

A strange thing happened to me this morning. Around 9 o'clock my phone was ringing, when I picked up the phone someone was talking to BDO office Biharsharif that your ration card is already expired and a new ration card will be mandatory for you. So don't worry sir. I'm ready to help you, just follow my rules. Then I asked, well what is your process? He said, I am sending the link of ration card on your phone and just click on the link and fill the form with all the details like Aadhar card, PAN card, bank account etc, and You will receive an OTP after submitting the form. Just tell me OTP number then your new ration card will be applied successfully. After that, I hear these things then I know he is not calling from BDO office it is a fake person or hacker. That's why I didn't tell any OTP or click on any link. I have also got this type of call for many times before and saying that you have won lottery, won car in offer, I am speaking bank manager your ATM card expiring soon etc. So friends, I request you all that if you also get any such call then be careful and do not click on their mentioned links, fake websites and lucky draw offers, and don't share OTP, CVV, PIN, Password etc, nor do Aadhar details, PAN number, Bank details etc. Nowadays, many online fraudsters / hackers have increased and making victims millions of people in new ways. One thing to remember is that the bank never updates your card over the phone or asks for any other information over the phone. If someone misbehaves with you or harass you then you can make your complaint on cyber crime website www.cybercrime.gov.in or cyber crime toll free number 18002096789 or complain to nearest police station. One more important thing to keep in mind that you should never save bank details, Aadhar details etc. in your phone and as far as possible do not allow your phone to be used anyone else nor your children to use it. May be, it may cause trouble for you in future. And I know this type of information is very important and helpful for all of us. So, I hope you all understand and be careful in future.

Thank You !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

[ssashraf]

Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

Today 28 August 2022 has created history in our lives. I am saying this because today two buildings named "Twin Towers" in Noida have been blasted and demolished. Actually this tower was built illegally by Supertech company. Which in 2021 the Supreme Court ordered to demolish the tower and finally today this building was demolished. The time for demolition of this building was fixed at 2.30 pm. Many people came to see this historic moment. Despite the road being closed 500 meters away from the building, people came to see the sight from afar. By the way, a lot of people kept their eyes on T.V and enjoyed this beautiful scene through news and I was also very excited to see this scene, so I also set my eyes on T.V. It was a historic moment in my life because it happened for the first time. The explosion was done with utmost care and there was no loss of life or property. This illegal construction building is a lesson for all the builders, they should never do such a wrong thing in future, due to which they have to bear the brunt. So I request all the people to buy their apartment only after checking carefully. Allow me now, because a very special match is about to begin. Yes, today that special match of Asia Cup 20-20 will be between India and Pakistan which will start at 7:30 pm at Dubai. So, you guys also enjoy this match and make this Sunday evening memorable.

Thank You !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

[ssashraf]

Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

Friday : The best day for all of us is Friday (Juma). It is more significant and more beneficial than any other day of the week. It is the day that Muslims gather together to pray in congregation. Directly before the prayer they listen to a lecture designed to empower them with valuable knowledge about Allah, and the religion of Islam. It is a blessed day that has been designated as such by Allah, Almighty; no other day of the week shares its virtues. A believer’s entire life is one of worship, even celebrations are conducted as worship. While there is no special place or special time to worship God, there are moments, days, or times that Allah has made more superior; Friday is one of those times. The Prophet Muhammad S.A.W. said that, The best day in the sight of God is Friday, the day of congregation.

So, Congregational prayers are one of the most strongly emphasized duties in Islam.  It is a time when Muslims come together to worship One Allah, and  find strength and comfort by standing shoulder to shoulder and reaffirming their faith and devotion to him. In many predominantly Muslim countries Friday is a weekly holiday. However there is no mandatory closing of businesses except during the time of the congregational prayer. In western countries many Muslims try to take their lunch break during the time for prayer, usually in the very early afternoon. It is important that a Muslim not neglect Friday Prayer due to work, study, or other worldly matters. Believers should make attending this prayer a priority since ignoring it three times in a row, with no valid reason, will cause a believer to stray from the straight path. While it is only men who are obliged to attend the Friday congregational prayer, there are also many acts that men, women or children can perform during this day. These acts include, taking a bath and wearing clean clothes, saying numerous supplications to Allah, sending blessings upon Prophet Muhammad, and reading surah Al-Kahaf of the Quran. Lastly, The Prophet Muhammad said; There is no day more virtuous than Friday. In it there is an hour in which no one will pray to Allah except that Allah will hear his prayer. Friday consists of twelve hours, one of which is the hour where Allah grants supplications for believers. This hour is sought during the last hour after Asr. Whoever recites ‘The Cave’ (Al-Kahaf) on Friday, Allah will give him a light to the next Friday. The best day on which the sun rises is Friday. It is the day Adam was created. It is the day when Adam entered the Heavenly Gardens, the day when he was expelled from it and also the day he died. Friday is the day on which the Day of Resurrection will take place. So, It is become our duty that we all cherish the best day like Friday and pray to Allah for all people and get forgiveness of our sins. We are all very lucky that Allah has blessed us with the best day like Friday.

Thank You !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

[ssashraf]

Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

Today is 18th August i.e. today is something special. I want to tell you, today is a special day for me but not only for me, today is also a very important and special day for my best friend and brother. He is my childhood friend. But not only friend, I consider him as my younger brother too. Yes, I am talking about Mr. Asif Malik, the co-founder and co-owner of Bookstock. Today is his birthday, and I wish that his birthday makes today a special day. Unfortunately today he is out of the house i.e. he is not in Bihar. He is in Chandigarh to studying MCA in Chandigarh University and today I am missing him a lot. He is my strength and he always supports me in every situation. We both are friends for 17 years and now still the bond of our friendship is so strong and I hope this bonding will last till the last breath, Inshallah. And you know, we started an online startup last 2 years back and the name is Bookstock, an online bookstore business. He helped me a lot in creating the website and all the other documents and he played a big role in making the Bookstock a strong platform. I am very thankful to my friend Mr. Asif Malik for all his love and support. Finally, I am also very thankful to Allah for giving me a best friend and younger brother in my life. So, once again I am heartily wishing, marking your special day today, may your day be filled with great news. And may your birthday be unforgettable. May you remain in the presence of Allah throughout your life. And here is a toast to a year filled with infinite happiness, love, prosperity and good success in all your endeavors. Have a wonderful and grateful birthday and have a great day ahead.

Happy birthday to you Asif brother.

May Allah Always Bless You !! ❣️

Keep Enjoying...

Happy Birthday !! 🎂

Thank You !! 😊

Regards,

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

[ssashraf]

Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

I am fine and hope you all are well and I also hope you all had a good Independence Day. Well today is 16th August and today the Bihar cabinet was formed in which 31 ministers took oath. It is a matter of great pride for Bihar that once again a grand coalition government has been formed in Bihar, in which Nitish Kumar has become the Chief Minister for the eighth time and Tejashwi Yadav has become the Deputy Chief Minister for the second time. And now the people of Bihar believe that this new government will take Bihar far ahead and will give employment to the people of Bihar as well as the government will try to fulfill its promise. The people of Bihar have got independence from the NDA government after a long time, in such a situation, the people of Bihar are looking even more happy. Now Bihar will move towards rapid development and I am sure it will create a new identity in itself. We should support the new government and live in harmony with each other and follow the orders of the government.

Secondly, today August 16, is also the death anniversary of our former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, so we Indians have a duty to remember him on this day. He was an educated politician as well as a good poet, so Indians liked him even more. He was the Prime Minister of our country India 3 times. He was born on 25 December 1924 in Bateshwar, a small village in Gwalior. And Atal Bihari Vajpayee had formed the BJP party on 06 April 1980, which today Modi ji has made his own identity, which today's people understand that BJP is a party created by Modi ji. Atal Bihari Vajpayee did a lot for India while being the Prime Minister, such as took initiative to improve relations with Pakistan, made India a nuclear power country, developed national highways and airports, apart from this he also contributed in many things. Unfortunately he passed away on 16 August 2018 at the age of 93 due to kidney ailment and we have lost a good politician.

And today 16th August is going on, so let us also tell you that today is also the birthday of our Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan and actress Manisha Koirala. Saif Ali Khan was born on this day on 16 August 1970 in New Delhi. And on 16 August 1970, Manisha Koirala was also born in Nepal. Both these artists were very famous at one time and even today everyone knows them and both of them are still working in Indian cinema. So friends, today the date of August 16 is a very special date. We should remember this date, maybe it will come in handy somewhere in the future.

Thank You !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

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Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

As you know that today is very important and special day for the people of India because today we are celebrating 75th Independence Day. We did not get this freedom for free or gift, so many people sacrificed and then got freedom. Today's children do not know the real history of independence, they know that my country got independence on 15 August 1947 that's it. After all they don't know how our country got this freedom? And who contributed to this freedom? So it becomes our duty to tell and teach the history of freedom to the children of today. So that they can illuminate the name of India later. And we salute all the soldiers of our country as they stand on the border for a long years and perform their duty and protect us and protect their country also. Therefore, on this day we should remember those people who sacrificed their lives by cutting their necks for freedom. We should also take lessons from these great people and we all should be able to be useful to our country when the need arises. Well, my heartiest congratulations and best wishes to the countrymen on 75th Independence Day. 😊

Happy Independence Day !! 🇮🇳

Thank You !!

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

[ssashraf]

Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

I hope you are all well. As you know today is very important and special day for Muslims. We also call this Friday the Little Eid. Now I am ready to pray and recite Quran at my uncle's house in Kolkata. After that, I will go to Masjid with uncle to attend Friday prayers at Shahi Masjid, Metiabruz Kolkata and I will pray for good health, happiness etc. for all people. After that, we will reach back home. So I want to say to every Muslim, please know the importance of Friday and don't forget to attend Friday prayers.

May Allah give happiness to all.

Take Care, 😊

Thank You !!

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock

[ssashraf]

Hello Everyone,

Assalamoalaikum ❣️

...and today was the worst day of my life, because there was no electricity for almost 15 hours (from 5 am to 8 pm) and the water in the tank also ran out and the weather was also hot today.

So, I was very disappointed because today I was preparing to go to Patna by bus. Finally when I was going to patna by road then there was huge crowd in our city and highways also because today was Muharram festival, In Muharram festival procession involved a lot of muslim people and I was face all these things last 2 hours.

After all, I covered the distance of 80 KM in 5 hours. So that was the reason for my worst day and also I was feeling very aggressive today.

Now, I am on the train to travel to Kolkata.

See you soon and love you all.

Take care !! 😊

S S Ashraf

Director, Bookstock