Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country, marked by vibrant parades and aerial displays. However, amid the patriotic fervor, there were noticeable absences and questionable practices that merit critical reflection. Pictures of key national icons such as Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founding father and visionary of Pakistan, and Allama...
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KP Floods Expose Pakistan’s Climate Crisis
Climate change is no longer a distant warning it is the reality we live in now, and Pakistan’s recent floods in Buner, Swat, and other parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are its harshest reminder. In mid-August, a shocking cloudburst dumped over 150 mm of rain in just an hour over Buner, triggering flash floods and landslides...
Pakistan: A Story of Sacrifice, Honor, and Unity
August 14 is no ordinary day. It marks the moment when the chains of slavery were broken and a free nation proudly emerged on the world map. It reminds us that Pakistan is not just a piece of land, it is an ideology, a solemn pledge, and a sacred trust earned through the blood and...
A Message from Gilgit Baltistan: Aspirations and Challenges on Pakistan’s Independence Day
Gilgit-Baltistan, a breathtakingly beautiful region in Northern Pakistan, is home to some of the world’s highest mountains, including K2, Nanga Parbat, and Rakaposhi. Our region is known for its stunning natural landscapes, diverse cultures, and rich history. We celebrate Pakistan’s Independence Day on August 14, but more significantly, we commemorate our own independence day on...
The Collective Challenges of the Ummah and the Responsibility of Scholars
Every creature on the face of the earth partakes in the blessings of the Almighty, but upon humanity particularly the believers His ocean of mercy flows continuously. And for those believers whose hearts and minds have been illuminated with the light of knowledge, the divine favors and mercies bestowed upon them are even more profound....
25 Books Banned in Kashmir Including Works by Maulana Maududi, Ayesha Jalal, and Arundhati Roy
The Home Department of Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir has imposed a ban on 25 books through an official government notification, citing their alleged promotion of a “false narrative,” “separatist ideology,” and “anti-state sentiments.” The move is being seen as yet another attempt by Indian authorities to control freedom of expression and restrict intellectual content in...
The Morning That Burned the Sky;Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki
On the morning of August 6, 1945, the city of Hiroshima woke up to a familiar rhythm. Children made their way to school, shopkeepers rolled open their stalls, and homes echoed with the sounds of daily life. The air was warm, peaceful — ordinary. But above the clouds, a silence was building. It came in...
Sponsoring an Imam: A Collective Religious and Social Responsibility
Mosques are the heart of Islam. They are not just places for offering prayers but also centers for religious education, moral development, and social guidance. The most significant role in a mosque is that of the Imam, a person who is not only a worshipper but a spiritual leader, mentor, and preacher for the entire...
Gilgit-Baltistan: A Fire Smolders Behind Silent Mountains
In Gilgit-Baltistan, home to the world’s highest and most majestic peaks, there is a new echo rising, not from the valleys or glaciers, but from the some towns, villages: the voice of unrest, sectarian unease, and a growing disconnect with the state. Once a symbol of peaceful coexistence, cultural diversity, and natural beauty, this region...
Safar: Separating Myths from Truth & Honoring Historical Milestones
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