Surveillance States: Are We Accepting a New Normal? Let’s talk about something that’s on many people’s minds these days: surveillance. Recently, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced plans to hire contractors to comb through social media—Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, you name it—to pinpoint posts that could lead to deportation. Yes, you heard that right. […]
Tensions Rise in Gilgit Following Attacks on Prominent Figures Panic swept through Gilgit on Sunday as two violent attacks targeted respected leaders, igniting fear among residents. Gunmen struck at prominent cleric Maulana Qazi Nisar Ahmed and Chief Court Judge Malik Inayatur Rehman, resulting in injuries for five individuals and forcing many businesses to shut their […]
The Global Sumud Flotilla: A Humanitarian Mission and Its Challenges The Global Sumud Flotilla has recently captured headlines, particularly with the detainment of former Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) senator Mushtaq Ahmad Khan. This flotilla, composed of over 40 civilian boats, set sail to deliver essential medical supplies and food to Gaza. It included around 500 parliamentarians, lawyers, […]
Strengthening Ties: PM Shehbaz Sharif’s Official Visit to Malaysia On Sunday, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif embarked on a promising three-day official visit to Kuala Lumpur, following an invitation from Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. This visit isn’t just a formality; it’s a significant step towards enhancing bilateral relations and cooperation between Pakistan and Malaysia. […]
Combating Dengue and Malaria: A Call to Action for Karachi As the monsoon rains pour over Karachi, the city faces a familiar threat: an uptick in dengue and malaria cases. Every year, as water pools stagnantly in the streets and neighborhoods, the breeding ground for mosquitoes becomes ripe. Unfortunately, Karachi has seen minimal action taken […]
Garrick Higgo Takes the Lead at the Sanderson Farms Championship Golf fans are in for a treat as South Africa’s Garrick Higgo has put himself in a strong position at the Sanderson Farms Championship. After a stellar round of five-under-par 67, Higgo now leads by two strokes, racking up an impressive total of 18-under-par 198 […]
Historic Agreement in Azad Jammu and Kashmir: A Step Towards Peace In a promising turn of events for Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), key parties have come together to forge a historic agreement after days of tension and protests. This breakthrough, achieved on Saturday, signifies a hopeful chapter for the region as the federal government, […]
Paris Fashion Week: Victoria Beckham’s Bold New Collection Paris, the city of lights, fashion, and culture, was buzzing with excitement as Victoria Beckham unveiled her latest collection during Spring/Summer Fashion Week. Hosted in the stunning 17th-century Val-de-Grâce abbey, the atmosphere was electric that night. Rain-slicked cobblestones glimmered under the city lights, leading guests into a […]
Major Reform: The New Contributory Pension Scheme for Public Servants in Islamabad Have you heard about the recent changes to the pension system for public servants in Islamabad? If not, you’re in for some interesting information! The federal government has officially rolled out the Contributory Pension Scheme, and it’s a significant step in reforming public […]
