Gaza and the Muslim world
But committed as the US administration is to supporting Israel come what may, it is not clear what leverage it may have in order to exert pressure on Tel Aviv to agree to a deal…
Dawn
PTI calls for ‘open trial’ of court martial against ex-spymaster Faiz Hameed
Former PM Imran had previously claimed that the former Inter-Services Intelligence chief was being forced to turn approver against him to pave the way for former PM Imran’s…
At least 35 Pakistani pilgrims dead, 18 injured after bus overturns in Iran
The Pakistani pilgrims were headed through Iran to Iraq to attend the Arbaeen commemoration, which marks the 40th day of mourning for Imam Husain, the grandson of the Holy Prophet…
Lahore police file case as doctors’ association, hospital staff protest against 5yo girl’s alleged rape
A note of demands by the protesters said: “An incident of rape/attempt of rape on the premises of SGRH Lahore has occurred, which was pushed under the carpet by the…
Little a judge can do about rape
Rape in India is pervasive, and not unexpectedly, the victims are mostly from the lower strata of society, says the writer.
COP in Pakistan
The judiciary in Pakistan has always taken a proactive stance on climate justice, upholding human rights. The best way forward is to enhance parliamentary oversight and increase…
Devastating monsoon rains claim 16 lives in Pakistan’s Balochistan
Data from the National Disaster Management Authority shows that from July 1 to August 17, 195 people have been killed and 362 injured across the country due to rain-related…
Local authorities mobilised across Pakistan’s Sindh as heavy rainfall wreaks havoc
As per a forecast by the Pakistan Meteorological Department, heavy downpours and thunderstorms are expected across Sindh until today, Monday, Aug. 19.
Three retired personnel in military custody related to case against Pakistani ex-spy chief
The move, prompted by allegations of misconduct levelled by the owner of a private housing society, shattered the long-standing perception that spy chiefs were untouchable in the…
Climate without borders
Climate threats originate in regional climate systems, often located in neighbouring countries. In fact, as climatic changes unfold, new ‘climate borders’ may emerge,…