International day to end impunity for crimes against journalists being observed today
The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists is celebrated on Saturday around the world, including in Pakistan.
Over 1,600 child abuse cases reported in first half of 2024, report reveals
A new report from Sahil, an organisation dedicated to protecting children’s rights, has revealed alarming figures on child abuse in Pakistan. In the first six months of 2024, a total of 1,630 cases of child abuse were reported nationwide, shedding light on the widespread issue. The data, covering January to
Safety advisory issued for Pakistani students amid Dhaka protests
DHAKA: Pakistani students in Dhaka have been urged to take all possible precautions and distance themselves from the violent protests currently engulfing the city. The unrest stems from a contentious job quota system, which has sparked significant outrage among the student population. The protests turned deadly this week, resulting in
Almost half of Pakistani women face domestic violence: NCHR
WEB DESK: A recent report by the National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) has uncovered the disturbing extent of domestic violence against women in Pakistan, with nearly half of the country’s female population affected. The in-depth study reveals that 47 per cent of Pakistani women suffer from some form of
Lahore salesman assaulted by women rejects settlement, seeks legal action
LAHORE: A young man’s assault by a group of women in Lahore’s Garden Town area has taken an unexpected turn as the victim, Yusuf, refuses to settle the matter and is determined to pursue legal action. The incident, which occurred on July 7 at a local Tuck shop, initially saw
Iqrar ul Hassan’s car attacked in Gujranwala
Unknown individuals in Gujranwala on Tuesday attacked the vehicle of anchorperson Iqrar ul Hassan with sticks and stones. Fortunately, Iqrar ul Hassan narrowly escaped the attack. A video of the incident is circulating on social media. Journalist Iqrar ul Hassan condemned the attack, stating, “Our purpose is to inform people
Online exams announced in Kyrgyzstan for foreign students after attacks on them
In response to recent violence against foreign students, the Kyrgyz Ministry of Education has announced that university exams will be conducted online. The ministry’s announcement allows students, except those in their final semester, to return to their home countries while still being able to participate in their examinations remotely. The
PTI leaders Yasmin Rashid, Umar Cheema granted bail in Jinnah house attack case
LAHORE – The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) granted bail on Friday to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders Dr. Yasmin Rashid and Umar Sarfraz Cheema in the Jinnah House attack case. Court Hearing and Charges Judge Arshad Javed of the Lahore ATC presided over the hearing and considered the bail applications of Dr.
Shaheen Afridi confronts misbehaving ‘Afghan’ fan [Video]
During Pakistan’s second T20I game against Ireland, an ’Afghan’ spectator was seen misbehaving with Shaheen Shah Afridi. According to reports, the incident happened when the fast bowler was making his way to the ground. In the video posted on X, Shaheen Afridi can be seen engaging in a verbal spat
Board exams rescheduled in AJK due to tense situation
The Mirpur Intermediate and Secondary Education Board has decided to postpone the Intermediate examinations in light of the tense situation in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). As per an official notification, the exams originally scheduled for May 13 will now begin on May 25. In a recent development amidst the
