Religious Freedom is the Litmus Test for Human Rights, Italian Leader Asserts
News Desk Rome, December 3, 2024: The President of the Italian Consultation for Religious Freedom, addressing the Permanent Committee on the Protection of Religious Freedom in the International Sphere, delivered…
Institute for Social and Youth Development Empowers Young Leaders at Society 5.0 Bootcamp
News Desk Lahore, December 1, 2024: The Institute for Social and Youth Development (ISYD), in collaboration with the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF), hosted the transformative Society 5.0 Bootcamp: Empowering Youth for…
Shattered Futures: Can Pakistan Deliver on Its Promises to Children?
By: Nabila Feroz Bhatti Pakistan has been a party to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) since 1990 and is obligated to submit the periodic/progress…
16 Days, One Mission: Combating HIV and Protecting Women
By: Naina Samson As the world observes the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, it is imperative to shed light on another pressing issue that disproportionately impacts women, girls,…
Kasur Christian Trader Claims Police Involvement in Forced Payment and Intimidation
LAHORE: Report by: Luqman Ahmad Khan A Christian livestock trader, Sabir Masih, has accused police officers and accomplices of abducting and extorting him in a shocking incident that raises serious…
Slavery in the Shadows: How Poverty Fuels Exploitation in Pakistan
By: Zara Amoon Slavery, though officially outlawed, continues to persist in Pakistan in alarming forms, including bonded labor, child labor, and forced domestic work. Despite national and international commitments to…
Lahore Hosts Vibrant Musical Night Honoring Rising Stars
Lahore: News Desk A musical and cultural extravaganza, organized by Sunny Gill Masih Entertainment, took place at the Pearl Continental Hotel, showcasing remarkable performances by emerging singers and artists. The…
The Problem Lies Elsewhere: A Critical Look at Pakistan’s HIV/AIDS Crisis
By: Hammad Ahmad December 1st marks World AIDS Day, a global event dedicated to raising awareness about HIV/AIDS, its symptoms, preventive measures, and the importance of tackling this devastating disease.…
Ending AIDS by 2030: Rights-Based Policies Highlighted on World AIDS Day
By: James Rehmat World AIDS Day is commemorated annually on December 1, offering a platform to unite in the fight against HIV/AIDS, support individuals living with the virus, and honor…
Art and Dialogue Drive Peacebuilding Efforts in Punjab
November 23, 2024: Reported by: Neelam Shahzadi National Dialogue Forum (NDF) in partnership with National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA), and The Asia Foundation, hosted “Hum Hain Pakistani,” a community event…