Shehbaz Sharif Announces Flood Relief Package for Affected Communities Recently, Pakistan has faced some of the worst flooding in decades, impacting millions and leaving communities in dire need. Amid these devastating circumstances, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif came forward with a significant relief package aimed specifically at flood-affected households. This initiative includes waiving electricity bills for […]
Celebrating a Legacy: The Heartfelt Farewell of Abdul Hafeez Shakir A touching scene unfolded recently at a government school in Gilgit as the community gathered to celebrate the retirement of Abdul Hafeez Shakir, a beloved poet, writer, and educator. After more than four decades of dedicated service, the event marked not just the closing of […]
Navigating the Storm: Punjab’s Response to Monsoon Floods As Punjab braces for its 11th spell of monsoon rains from September 16 to 19, the Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) is sounding the alarm. With the risk of fresh flooding in rivers and streams across the region, it’s essential for residents to take heed of […]
Stranded at the Karakoram: The Impact of the Harban Blockade Imagine being stuck in a never-ending traffic jam, but instead of just being frustrated, you’re facing serious shortages of food and medicine. This is the daily reality for hundreds of passengers and transporters who find themselves stranded on both sides of the Karakoram Highway (KKH), […]
Understanding the Current Flood Crisis in Sindh As we’ve seen recently, the situation in Sindh has become increasingly alarming due to rising water levels in the Indus River. Heavy inflows from Punjab have pushed these levels to their limits, particularly at the Guddu Barrage, where the inflow reached a staggering 612,269 cusecs. For those of […]
The May 9 Riots: Accountability and Leadership in the PTI On May 9, 2023, Pakistan witnessed one of its most tumultuous days as riots erupted following the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. An anti-terrorism court (ATC) recently handed down significant judgments blaming the senior leadership of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for inciting these […]
Keeping Our Nation Safe: A Look at Recent Counterterrorism Efforts In recent days, Pakistan has been facing a significant challenge regarding terrorism, particularly in the tribal districts of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa. The military reported that, between September 10 and 13, effective counterterrorism operations led to the elimination of at least 45 terrorists. Unfortunately, this conflict has also […]
Navigating Complex Political Landscapes: The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Government’s Push for Dialogue In a significant diplomatic initiative, the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa government, led by Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, is taking steps to facilitate dialogue with the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). This move comes following guidance from PTI leader Imran Khan, currently incarcerated. On a recent visit to the Afghan […]
PIA Engineering Operations: A Financial Black Hole The recent audit report from the Auditor General of Pakistan has raised some serious red flags about Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). Imagine losing over Rs22 billion due to poor management of engineering operations—well, that’s exactly what the report has flagged. It’s startling news for an airline that is […]
Understanding the Implications of Honor-Based Violence: The Case of Sidra Bibi In recent news from Rawalpindi, a heart-wrenching case has spotlighted the issue of honor-based violence that plagues many societies, including ours. The District and Sessions Judge, Abid Rizwan, has admitted a charge sheet in the shocking murder case of 17-year-old Sidra Bibi, allegedly killed […]
