Pakistan’s Human Rights Record: Context Matters, Balance Needed

Post Views: 2,318 The United States Department of State’s Country Report on Human Rights Practices 2024 devotes significant attention to Pakistan, listing concerns that range from extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances to restrictions on media, labour rights and religious freedoms. Yet, as in previous years, the picture painted is often grim without fully recognising Pakistan’s…

Pakistan, the United States, and the Changing Global Landscape: Leadership and the Road Ahead

Post Views: 69,322 According to recent reports from Bloomberg and The Washington Post, Pakistan has secured a significant strategic position within the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump—an achievement that is not the product of mere diplomatic formality, but rather a testament to the leadership vision of Field Marshal General Hafiz Asim Munir, his strategy…

The Disappearing Line Between Halal and Haram

Post Views: 48,435 I am proud to be a resident of Lahore, a city whose name evokes warmth, resilience, and hospitality. The people of Lahore, affectionately known as” Zinda Dilan-e-Lahore”, are respected not only across Pakistan but around the globe for their generosity, spirited nature as well as foodies. I still recall with vivid clarity…

Innocent Woman Killed in Name of “Honor” in Tangir – A Shameful Act

Post Views: 56,532 Gilgit-Baltistan: A horrifying incident of so-called “honor killing” has shocked the community in Tangir, where an innocent woman was brutally murdered. Khadija Akbar Khan, Information Secretary of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Women’s Wing and candidate from Constituency 4 Roundo, strongly condemned the act, calling it “not honor, but disgrace.” In her statement,…

Pakistani Youth Pitted Against Institutional Complacency

Post Views: 53,346 Pakistan rightly boasts of its vibrant and youthful population, with nearly 79% of citizens under the age of 40, out of which 41% fall within the age bracket of 15 to 39. This immense reservoir of energy, creativity, and diversity should, in principle, position the country ahead of many nations grappling with…

Pakistani Singer and Radio Presenter Rizwana Khan Shares Inspiring Journey of Cultural Promotion in 2025 UK and USA Tour

Post Views: 38,504 Rizwana Khan, a renowned Pakistani singer and presenter at Radio Pakistan Islamabad Headquarters, recently shared a heartfelt message about her 2025 tour across the UK and USA. Reflecting on her journey as an artist and radio presenter, she expressed immense joy and gratitude for the overwhelming appreciation her events received from audiences…

The UK Emergency Team visited Mirpur and donated motorcycles to help ensure faster and more immediate medical response and treatment.

Post Views: 72,618 The Government of Azad Kashmir expressed its appreciation and happiness over this initiative. The delegation also held a meeting with members of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce. a grand ceremony was held at the Commissioner Office Mirpur to donate four rescue motorbikes to Rescue 1122 Azad Jammu and Kashmir by the International…

Dr. Muhammad Faisal’s Successful Diplomacy

Post Views: 77,444 For the first time in British history, a gathering of British Pakistani councillors echoed with “Long Live Pakistan” and the name of Dr. Faisal on everyone’s lips. Written by: Waqar Malik A historic gathering of British-Pakistani mayors, deputy mayors, councillors, and local representatives was held at the Pakistan High Commission in London….