Molana Fazal ur Rehman has secured an A grade in the books of the establishment in Pakistan, as for what he was send over to Kabul, he was able to achieve all the intended benchmarks. First, he met the prime advisor to prime minister and the backbone of palace in Kabul, then met Prime minister...
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Tobacco Tactics and Counter Narratives: A Global Health Challenge
In recent years, the battle against tobacco has been marked by both progress and persistent challenges. The tobacco industry, known for its resourcefulness, spent billions of dollars on advertising globally. This demonstrates the industry’s determination to maintain its market presence in the face of growing global restrictions. The World Health Organization’s Framework Convention on Tobacco...
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January 7, 2024January 7, 2024Columns
Yearning for Home: A Personal Plea for Reunion
In the depths of my heart, a pain lingers, an ache that stems from the partition of my family, my home, and my identity. I am a victim of history’s cruel twist, born into a family torn apart when Kashmir fell under the occupation of India and Pakistan. The once serene land of my ancestors...
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Imran Khan warns that Pakistan’s election could be a farce
His party is being unfairly muzzled, the former prime minister writes from prison Today Pakistan is being ruled by caretaker governments at both the federal level and provincial level. These administrations are constitutionally illegal because elections were not held within 90 days of parliamentary assemblies being dissolved. The public is hearing that elections...
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January 4, 2024January 4, 2024Columns
The Unheard Narratives and Struggles of Transgenders Voters in Quetta
The seventh population census says the total population of Balochistan is 1,48,94,402. A census is held before elections and then the Election Commission of Pakistan shows the total turnover of the registered voters in the country. Data from Balochistan shows the total number of electoral roles is 52,84,594. Gender wise data shows we will have...
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December 30, 2023December 30, 2023Columns
Bullying among males: Is the bully culprit or a victim?
As a person being bullied throughout his life in any social sphere at school, college, and by relatives, I have gotten a clear understanding of bullying and its reasons specifically in the context of males. Bullying as we know is the use of power to snub or exploit the repute of some meager individual by...
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December 28, 2023December 28, 2023Columns
Struggles of Person with Disabilities of Balochistan in General Elections
“The Balochistan’s Person with disabilities act 2017,” said that, a person with disabilities shall have the full right to participate in political activities. This right gives them the liberty to cast their vote for whoever they want to vote for and also take part in general elections. They have representation in the elected bodies...
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December 25, 2023December 25, 2023Columns
Survey to Probe Migration Impacts Unveiled at Stakeholders’ Meet
Islamabad:During a recent gathering of stakeholders co-organized by the National Institute of Population Studies (NIPS) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), plans were revealed for an upcoming ‘Migration Survey.’ This comprehensive initiative aims to investigate the factors influencing migration patterns, analyze their effects on Pakistani society, and scrutinize the impact of overseas migration on...
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December 23, 2023December 23, 2023Columns
A Call for Unity and Reunification:Kashmir’s History of Independence and Harmony
Kashmir has a rich history of independence, coexistence, and religious harmony. I urge India and Pakistan to reconsider their current approach and allow the people of Kashmir to live together, similar to the reunification of East and West Germany. The Kashmiri families & people have the right to live , and the Line of Control...
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December 21, 2023December 21, 2023Columns
Bridging the Gap: How Youth can be transformed for social Justice and SRHR?
Youth, is the most powerful agent of cohesive society and holds the ability to bring pragmatic changes to the country. It has the potential to bring innovation and creativity to a society. It is a matter of fact that a population of 207.7 million, 68 percent of Pakistanis are below the age of 30, and...