Lahore High Court Declares Child Marriage Act Discriminatory, Calls for Reform
News Desk In a landmark decision, Lahore High Court Justice Shahid Karim recently ruled the Punjab Province’s Child Marriage Act of 1929 as discriminatory. The verdict, issued on April 15,…
Confronting Labour Rights Violations: Pakistan’s Uphill Battle for Worker Dignity on Labour Day
By: Kashif Nawab As the world commemorates International Labour Day on May 1st, Pakistan finds itself at a critical juncture, grappling with multifaceted issues concerning its workforce. This occasion serves…
Civil Society Calls for Inclusive Education in Government Reform Plans
News Desk “Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED) and the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) joined forces in a collaborative effort aimed at tackling the intricate challenges surrounding…
Dialogue on Minority Rights and Legal Reforms Takes Center Stage in Islamabad
News Desk In a meeting held on April 30, 2024, in the Committee room of the Law & Justice Ministry in Islamabad, key stakeholders including Mr. Samuel Payara, Chairman of…
Asma Jahangir Conference Highlights Plight of Marginalized Communities: Diverse Voices Unite for Civil Rights in South Asia
News Desk The Asma Jahangir Conference, centered on the theme ‘People’s Safeguarding Civil Rights in South Asia,’ convened thirteen sessions, attracting a diverse array of participants including human rights activists,…
Navigating the Transition from Corporate Employee to Entrepreneur: Challenges and Strategies
By: Arshia Yasin In the realm of career transitions, the shift from a corporate setting to entrepreneurship stands as a bold venture marked by courage, determination, and strategic foresight. This…
Mixed Mandate Highlights Need for Political Consensus in Pakistan
By: Ataurehman Saman Following the 12th general elections on February 8, 2024, Pakistan’s newly elected federal and provincial legislators have assumed office amidst a backdrop of uncertainty and political complexity.…
Bishop Nadeem Kamran Applauds Sohail Sisters’ Sporting Achievements at YMCA Ceremony
News Desk Lahore, April 23: The historic YMCA Hall in Lahore bore witness to a special ceremony celebrating the remarkable athletic achievements of the Sohail sisters, namely Twinkle, Maryam, Cybil,…
Robots and AI: Transforming Everyday Life with Innovation
By: Washal Boota From self-driving vehicles to cashier-free stores, the integration of robots and artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way we live and work. These advancements, though futuristic, have…
Christian Farming Family Assaulted in Land Dispute in Toba Tek Singh, Pakistan
News Desk A Christian farming family in Toba Tek Singh, Pakistan, became victims of a violent assault amid a contentious land dispute. On April 16, 2024, a group of around…