Farooq Masih Demands Justice Following Alleged Assault and Discrimination
News Desk Jaranwala, Faisalabad Pakistan: Farooq Masih, a Christian man in his early forties, has been embroiled in a harrowing battle for justice after being sexually harassed by local Muslim…
Education in Christian Majority Villages in Punjab: Challenges and Path Forward
By: Nabila Feroz Bhatti The situation of education in villages with Christian majorities in Punjab presents a complex tapestry of discrimination, infrastructural challenges, and historical setbacks. The experiences of students…
Early Child Marriages in Pakistan: A Critical Examination
By: Zara Amoon Introduction: Early child marriages continue to be a pressing issue in many parts of the world, with severe repercussions for the health, education, and well-being of millions…
Celebrating World Day for Cultural Diversity: A Focus on Pakistan
By: Kashif Nawab May 21st marks the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, a global celebration of the rich tapestry of cultures. Proclaimed by the United Nations…
CPDI Calls on Leaders to Reform Language Around Disabilities
News Desk Islamabad, 20 May 2024 The Centre for Peace and Development Initiatives (CPDI) has urged Prime Minister and the Chief Ministers of Pakistan’s four provinces to establish guidelines for…
Christian Mother Arrested Again on Blasphemy Allegations in Sialkot
News Desk Sialkot, Pakistan – May 18, 2024 In a troubling development from the remote area of Kharota Syedan in Sialkot, Stella Bibi, a middle-aged Christian mother, has been arrested…
Agapay Church Lahore Wins 11th Hope for Light Annual Basketball Tournament
News Desk Lahore, May 14, 2024 The 11th season of the Hope for Light Basketball Tournament concluded on May 14, 2024, at Itefaq Grounds in Lahore. Organized by the Hope…
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia: Global Observance Highlights Ongoing Struggles
By: Kashif Nawab The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOTB) is observed annually on May 17th to commemorate the World Health Organizations decision in 1990 to declassify homosexuality…
The International Day of Light 2024: Embracing Illumination and Innovation
By: Sushma Aamir Today, May 16th, marks the annual celebration of the International Day of Light, a global initiative spotlighting the significance of light across scientific, cultural, and developmental spheres.…
Jaranwala’s Christians Demand Fair Treatment in Legal Quandary
News Desk On March 18, 2024, the Christian community in Jaranwala, Faisalabad, became entangled in a legal mire with the registration of an FIR against nine of its members. This…