Pakistan, Aug. 14 -- Pakistan marked its 78th Independence Day with calls for unity and justice. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif delivered separate messages to the nation. Both leaders urged the people to rise above divisions and work for equality and service to all. They paid tribute to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Allama Iqbal, and the workers of the Pakistan Movement for their struggle and sacrifices.

President Zardari said the nation showed resolve and strength against recent Indian aggression. He called the victory in Marka-i-Haq and Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos a landmark in history. He praised the armed forces for their professionalism and unity. He said Pakistan proved it is peace-loving yet capab...