A high-level provincial consultation was convened in Peshawar to deliberate on the passage of long pending Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2019. The consultation was jointly organized by Blue Veins, Directorate General of Law and Human Rights, Child Protection and Welfare Commission, National Commission for Human Rights, End Violence Against Women and Girls Alliance,...
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May 3, 2026May 3, 2026Pakistan
Threats to Press Freedom in Pakistan Are Deeply Concerning, DigiMAP
Islamabad: While World Press Freedom Day is being observed globally today, it is deeply concerning that the situation of press freedom and freedom of expression in Pakistan continues to deteriorate. Various forms of media restrictions, growing economic hardships faced by journalists, increasing pressure on online media, and laws that limit freedom of expression reflect alarming...
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May 2, 2026May 2, 2026Pakistan
Pakistani-Origin World Bank Advisor Tariq Malik Recognized Among World’s Top 25 Experts
Tariq Malik, a Pakistani-origin global expert, former Chairman of NADRA, and currently an advisor to the World Bank, has been internationally recognized as one of the top 25 experts in the field of digital identity and public infrastructure. In acknowledgment of his expertise, services, and contributions, his name has been included among the world’s leading...
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May 1, 2026May 1, 2026Columns
Labour Day: The Story of Deprivation Behind the Holiday
May 1st is observed around the world as a day of solidarity with workers and a tribute to their struggles. Yet, within our social and economic context, its significance has been reduced to little more than a formal public holiday. On the surface, it appears to be a day when the state temporarily slows down...
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April 30, 2026April 30, 2026Columns
Emotional Intelligence vs Emotional Convenience
One asks you to stay quiet in courtesy, to sit with discomfort and listen even when it bruises your ego; the other thrives on impulse, avoidance and the comfort of staying unchanged. Emotional intelligence, at its core, is not just about recognizing feelings but about having the restraint to respond with patience rather than impulse....
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April 30, 2026April 30, 2026Columns
Battle of Truth: A New Definition of Modern Warfare
May 2025 has been etched into the military and strategic history of South Asia as a defining moment that not only challenged traditional measures of power but also compelled a fundamental rethinking of warfare, leadership, technology, and national preparedness. This was not merely a limited military confrontation; rather, it represented a clash between two contrasting...
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April 29, 2026April 29, 2026Columns
OPEC Exit, A New Global Chessboard
A pivotal shift is unfolding on the horizon of global energy politics one that is not only reshaping the balance of oil markets but also redefining the dynamics of international power. The decision by the OPEC and OPEC Plus member United Arab Emirates to withdraw from the alliance may appear, at first glance, as a...
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April 28, 2026April 28, 2026Columns
Shifting Angles of Gulf Diplomacy
In international politics, there are moments when seemingly separate economic, diplomatic, and strategic forces converge so intricately that they defy conventional frameworks of analysis. The recent tensions between Iran and United States, along with the evolving regional dynamics surrounding them, represent one such complex chapter. In this scenario, Gulf politics, financial pressures, and shifting diplomatic...
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April 28, 2026April 29, 2026Columns
EU–Pakistan Business Forum Launched in Islamabad, Opening New Trade and Investment Opportunities
Islamabad, 28 April 2026 – The European Union, in collaboration with the Government of Pakistan, today inaugurated the first-ever High-Level EU-Pakistan Business Forum in Islamabad, marking an important milestone in strengthening bilateral economic relations. The Forum brings together around 1000 senior policymakers, European and Pakistani business leaders, investors and financial institutions. With the EU being...
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April 27, 2026April 27, 2026Columns
Cracks in the Security Shield: The White House Shooting Incident
At the heart of Washington, D.C., the White House once again became the center of global attention this time not due to any policy announcement or diplomatic development, but because of a dramatic and alarming incident that has not only raised serious questions about U.S. internal security but also sparked a broader global debate on...