ISLAMABAD: A group of several journalism and mass communications departments of universities from across Pakistan, independent digital media platforms, journalists’ associations, media rights groups, and civil society organizations and activists have launched the “Coalition Against Disinformation” (CAD) to defend public-interest journalism against threats to its credibility from various sources. The Coalition was established at...
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March 11, 2023March 11, 2023Pakistan
Chapters of Sarbil Ghawash, Lokh, Phoglo and Noorangani:South Punjab
Even though the population of the Tribal area is scattered and a scarcity of pure drinking water and other basic necessities of life the tribes are living happily. During the flood of 2022, the lives of people of tribal areas especially those who are living in valleys and hilltops were affected badly. On our...
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March 9, 2023March 9, 2023Health
6 tips for removing backache
There are several ways to alleviate and prevent back pain: Exercise regularly: Regular exercise can help strengthen your back muscles and improve your posture. Focus on exercises that target your core muscles, such as planks, bridges, and pelvic tilts. Practice good posture: Poor posture can put extra strain on your back muscles, leading to pain....
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March 8, 2023March 8, 2023Blogs
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Universities in financial crisis
It was June 2021, when the University of Peshawar, after going through a financial crisis for several years, had finally been able to pay salaries and pensions to its employees without borrowing a single penny. But the happy memory of days gone by. One of the great alma mater of Pakistan, the University of Peshawar...
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March 8, 2023March 8, 2023Columns
Women’s fight for their rights: Still a long way to go
International Women’s Day is celebrated on 8th March every year—a day dedicated to the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of the womenfolk. The history of women’s day dates back to the early 20th century when the world was witnessing unprecedented industrial and business growth, which paved way for women to work in factories, mills...
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March 7, 2023March 7, 2023MULTIMEDIA
90% of women in Pakistan face one or the other form of domestic violence
ISLAMABAD : As part of a wider campaign against domestic violence, the National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR), in collaboration with UN Women, launched a ‘Policy Brief on Domestic Violence’ on Tuesday. The policy brief provides a detailed view of how domestic violence affects Pakistani citizens, particularly women. Furthermore, it analyses possible interventions that can...
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March 6, 2023March 6, 2023MULTIMEDIA
National Commission on the Status of Women
The National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW), in collaboration with UNDP & UN Women, held a national conference and a ceremonial handover, to the Election Commission of Pakistan, of the proposed Code of Ethics to prohibit hate speech against women in politics in Islamabad on March 6th 2023. This national event was held...
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March 5, 2023March 5, 2023Columns
Existing laws fail to curb mob justice
Another mob lynching incident in central Punjab’s district of Nankana Sahib once again lends credence to the fact that the State apparatus has badly failed in maintaining the rule of law, especially when it comes to the public reactions against the incidents of blasphemy.
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February 23, 2023February 23, 2023World
6.8-magnitude quake hits eastern Tajikistan: USGS
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake hit eastern Tajikistan on Thursday, the US Geological Survey said. The quake struck around 5:37 am local time (0037 GMT) at a depth of about 20.5 kilometres (12.7 miles). The USGS estimated that “little or no population” would be exposed to landslides from the quake. Its epicentre appeared to be in Gorno-Badakhshan,...
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February 21, 2023February 21, 2023Columns
Revisiting youth political participation – Challenges for democratic practice in Pakistan
Looking at political participation behavior of young adults in contemporary society like Pakistan, as Pakistan has one of the largest young populations in the world which as 64% percent of the population consists of youth. Its magnitude of importance end significance as the political narrative is being designed with the consideration of youth factor of...