Obituary Khalid Ahmed (21.12.1943-17.11.2024) is “no more”, this is how I got the sad news of his death today. He was my editor at the Frontier Post Lahore and I had learned from him how to be an editorial writer. He started his career with Pakistan Times, Viewpoints and worked as editor in The Nation,...
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Faith and gender equality: Lessons from Indonesia
Indonesia has emerged as a leader in progressive thought within the Muslim world, particularly in its holistic approach to religion and development. The country has made significant strides in promoting Islamic feminism, a concept that is still evolving in many regions, including Pakistan. In October, I had the unique opportunity to participate in a remarkable...
Democracy in Peril: Revisiting Pakistan’s Defining Disasters
Winston Churchill called democracy the worst form of Government, except for all those other forms that have been tried from time to time. The past few months have turned democracy, constitutional courts, amendments, and separation of powers into buzzwords. What do they really mean, though? To fully comprehend democracy in the context of Pakistan, we...
Can Islamic Principles of Peacebuilding Resolve the Arab-Israeli Conflict?
The historic Arab-Israeli conflict involves numerous international and neighboring states, the state of Israel, and the Palestinian people. Numerous crucial peace agreements have been struck during the conflict. However, the Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip in response to the Hamas attacks on Oct. 7, 2023, caused thousands of Palestinians to flee their homes, led...
Are You Falling for Propaganda’s Tricks?
Propaganda is designed to influence public opinion and simplify complex issues by promoting a particular viewpoint. It’s a strategy that subtly directs our thinking in a predetermined direction, often using seemingly straightforward messages that actually push us toward a specific narrative. While these messages may appear easy to understand, they are crafted carefully to lead...
NRKNA Hosts Delegation from District Umerkot, Sindh
In connection with its collaboration activities, the NRKNA was honored to welcome a diverse delegation from District Umerkot, Sindh, representing Civil Society Support Program, Umerkot Citizens Forum, District Women Group Umerkot, Sindh Abadbi Sangat, and other organizations. The delegation included members of various religious backgrounds, including the Muslims and Muslims. Chairman of NRKNA, Mr. Khurshid...
China’s Peaceful Development;A Roadmap for Pakistan’s Future Development
In a world where the ascent of great powers is often marked by conflict and conquest, China’s rise stands as a remarkable exception. Over the past few decades, China has transformed into an economic and technological powerhouse without resorting to military aggression. Its unique path of “Peaceful development” offers valuable lessons for nations like Pakistan,...
Bridging Cultures and Opportunities | Insights from Representing Pakistan at a Chinese Development Seminar
Fortunately, I had the opportunity to represent Pakistan as the youngest participant among sixteen attendees from various departments at a seminar hosted by China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and China International Affairs from 10th to 24th October 2024. This event provided unique insights into China’s development and policies, and it was a privilege...
King Salman relief Concludes 50,000 Shelter NFIs and Winter Kit Project Across Pakistan
Islamabad: King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) has completed its extensive 50,000 Shelter Non-Food Items (NFIs) and Winter Kit Project for 2023-24, bringing essential aid to some of Pakistan’s most vulnerable communities. This project highlights KSrelief’s dedication to delivering humanitarian support in response to the increasing challenges posed by climate-induced natural disasters. Spanning...
The world is “Trumped”.
Donald Trump defeats Kamala Harris to become 47th United States president.