Pakistan

Remembering Mufti Kifayatullah: A Tragic Loss for the JUI-F Community It’s always tough to hear about the passing of someone who dedicated their life to public service and community welfare. Recently, the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) faced a significant loss with the death of Mufti Kifayatullah. His journey came to an unfortunate end after a tragic […]

Understanding Recent Trends in the Pakistan Stock Exchange The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has been experiencing some fluctuations recently, with the KSE-100 index dropping 151 points to close at 147,344. This dip is a reflection of ongoing uncertainty as traders are navigating a blend of domestic concerns and external market pressures. One major factor influencing […]

Pakistan’s Digital Revolution: New Submarine Internet Cables Set to Transform Connectivity Pakistan is on the brink of a significant digital upgrade! The government is gearing up to lay new submarine Internet cables this year, paving the way for enhanced connectivity and the rollout of 5G technology. Federal Information Technology Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja recently shared […]

Understanding Judicial Remand: The Case of Sher Shah Khan On Thursday, a Lahore anti-terrorism court made a significant decision regarding Sher Shah Khan, the nephew of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Sher Shah was placed on a 14-day judicial remand after the court denied a request for an extension of his physical remand. This case, […]

Pakistan’s Mainline-I Railway Project: A New Path Forward In a significant move, Pakistan is reaching out to the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for full financing of the nearly $7 billion Mainline-I (ML-I) railway project. After nearly a decade of waiting for Chinese funding, the Pakistani government is now turning to multilateral lenders to secure the […]

The Power of Local Law: A Landmark Decision in Gilgit-Baltistan Recently, Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) made headlines when the Chief Court stepped in to put a halt to federal plans for appointing a regional advisor. This decision is particularly noteworthy, reflecting a growing emphasis on local legislation and governance. The issue came to light thanks to the […]

Tackling Drug Abuse in Pakistan: A Growing Concern In Pakistan, a troubling trend has emerged: drug abuse is infiltrating our schools, colleges, and even families. Recently, members of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Interior voiced their serious concerns regarding this escalating issue. Led by Raja Khurram Nawaz, the committee highlighted the alarming reality that […]

Preparing for Monsoon: What You Need to Know As the monsoon season approaches, our weather forecast often brings a mix of excitement and concern. Recently, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) issued a 48-hour weather alert, emphasizing that torrential rains may significantly affect Pakistan, particularly in Punjab. Moisture-laden systems from the Bay of Bengal and […]

Flood Relief in Punjab: A Community Response If you’ve been following the news, you know that Punjab is facing significant challenges due to recent flooding. The situation has prompted proactive measures from the provincial leadership aiming to support those affected. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has stepped up, ordering the utilization of all resources to […]

PTI Resignations: A New Chapter in Pakistani Politics In a surprising turn of events, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) Chairman Junaid Akbar from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) tendered his resignation on Wednesday, following directives from party leadership. This immediate shift highlights the dynamic nature of Pakistani politics and underscores a commitment to party alignment. During […]