In the pursuit of justice, survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Pakistan often confront a perilous path littered with systemic obstacles that obstruct their access to legal remedies. Inside the solemn halls of the Sindh High Court (SHC), a profound moment unfolded in Sarang Sher’s case. As reported by Dawn on 16 August 2023, SHC […]
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Rising cases of malaria, dengue, and other waterborne diseases
In many cities of Sindh, stagnant water is still accumulating, which is proving hazardous and resultantly working as an agent in spreading malaria and dengue, due to which malaria and dengue are common throughout Sindh and several cases are being reported everywhere. Sukkur Civil Hospital receives patients from different cities and villages, which are currently […]
Education in Balochistan under threat
Picture credit IRC Education in Balochistan under threat. Balochistan is one of the under privileged provinces of Pakistan that has been struggling to seek its basic needs and rights to be equally facilitated with other provinces of Pakistan. Despite being the largest province of Pakistan in geography and smallest in number, the population inside is […]
The Plight of women journalists in Pakistan
We live in a gendered world. It affects everything around us, including our professions and the manner in which one is treated within the profession as well. It is all pervasive and present everywhere. Gender pay gap, gender bias-ness, and unfair treatment of employees of various genders are issues rampant in South Asia. The condition […]
Indo-Pak friendship: Breaking the wall at wagah
My knowledge of Pakistan was restricted to cricket, history books, and the media as I grew up in a small town in India. All revolving around rivalry and animosity. Years later, I met this woman. She originated in Islamabad, Pakistan. On my first day at Harvard Business School, I met her. By the end of […]
Pakistan under the threat of Hepatitis
Despite Hepatitis cases multiplying at an alarming speed in Pakistan, government seems unserious. As World Health Organization has developed a Global health sector strategy to achieve hepatitis elimination by 2030 in collaboration with different countries’ authorities, and among them, some countries like Iceland, Qatar, Australia, Japan, etc are on the track to achieving hepatitis by […]
How to Survive in Inflation
How to Survive in Inflation Assess Your Budget Review your substantial Expenditures Ask for a improve Keep a varied Portfolio of Investments Inflation is defined as a continuing increase in the prices that eventually reduces the purchasing power of your currency. Prices for services and goods can always alter in a volatile market. Some […]
PTI in Punjab, The Way Forward
After the Supreme Court Verdict about Deputy speaker Punjab assembly everything seems fair. Resultantly, some moments of relief can be seen on the faces of PTI Supporters and Leaders. Right after the decision, Moonish Ilahi rushed to bani Gala along with 9 Members of Provincial assembly to see former Prime Minister Imran Khan for thanking […]
Book review: On the sociology of Islam by Dr Ali Shariati
To challenge history or to reinterpret it both are intellectual things. Most scholars take pride in questioning the historical fallacies connected with their culture or religion. Sometimes they get the required success but most of the time face severe backlash from society, especially when they dare to challenge the religious history and decades-long beliefs and […]
Everything you need to know about EVMs, can they be hacked?
The Ministry of Science and Technology has announced the Rs 1 million award for hacking the EVM – Electronic Voting Machine. On the other hand, the ECP has produced 37 objections against the use of EVMs in general elections. It seems that the tug of war between the Government and the Election Commission would continue […]