Opinion

Significance of Black in Muharram: A Colour of Resistance, Grief, and Solidarity

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In the month of Muharram, black becomes the defining colour of devotion, grief, and protest. It drapes the bodies of mourners, the walls of imam bargahs, the flags of processions, and the banners that are put through city streets. But this use of black is not only symbolic, it is political, spiritual, historical, and deeply […]

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The Case for Judicial Reform in Pakistan: Speed, Transparency, and Accountability

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In Pakistan, the phrase “justice delayed is justice denied” resonates deeply with citizens across all segments of society. Whether it is a land dispute in rural Punjab or a constitutional petition in Islamabad, the slow delivery of justice undermines public trust in one of the state’s most important institutions: the judiciary. With over two million

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Why Does Muharram Still Bring Fear For Pakistan’s Shia Community?

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As the Islamic month of Muharram approaches each year, it brings not just a period of spiritual reflection and mourning for Pakistan’s Shia community, but also a familiar cloud of fear, violence, and marginalization. Despite repeated promises of protection and unity, the Pakistani state continues to fall short in shielding its citizens, particularly Shias, from the deepening

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Inaugural Day of the ICA Conference 2024 at FCCU: A Landmark in Climate Communication and Advocacy

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Forman Christian College University (FCCU) hosted the first-ever International Communication Association (ICA) Conference on its campus today, bringing together global leaders, scholars, and advocates in climate communication. The event marked a historic milestone as ICA partnered with FCCU, symbolizing a shared commitment to bridging academic research with public engagement in addressing pressing climate challenges. Forman

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Safety Guide: How to Safeguard Your Health from Smog

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Every winter, cities in northern and central Pakistan are covered in a blanket of fog, primarily due to specific climate zoning. However, this issue has worsened over the years, as pollutants from the ground contribute to the fog, thickening it into dangerous smog. The problem has escalated in recent decades because of rapid industrialization and

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Hamid Mir: Veteran Pakistani Journalist and Political Commentator

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Hamid Mir, born on July 23, 1966, is a prominent Pakistani journalist, columnist, and writer. Starting his career with Pakistani newspapers, he has been a key figure in journalism, notably hosting the political talk show Capital Talk on Geo News since 2002. Mir writes for both Urdu and English newspapers and has contributed to The

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Challenges and Harassment Faced by Women Doctors in Pakistan

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The harassment of female doctors at hospitals is a long-standing issue, recently highlighted by the tragic rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, India. Despite promises from the West Bengal government in 2019 to improve security, little progress has been made. In Pakistan, women doctors face similar challenges. Often, they work in tough

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Natasha Tariq’s Mental Health Documents Submitted in Karsaz Accident Case

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What Happened: Natasha Tariq’s lawyer has presented documents in court revealing her mental illness, which could impact the ongoing legal proceedings for the Karsaz accident where two people died. What you need to know: In the Karsaz accident case, Natasha Tariq’s lawyer, Aamir Mansoor, has submitted documents to the court indicating that Natasha suffers from

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