Category archives for: Society

Secretary Defence to submit reply in missing persons’ case

Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday sought replies from the secretary Defence and Ministry of Interior in a missing person case. The court sought the replies on a petition filed by Shamina Bibi, a resident of Peshawar, against the alleged kidnapping of her husband Sher Zaman by security agency officials from Islamabad last year. A […]

Jandullah claims responsibility of killing 18 over sectarian differences in Gilgit

In what appeared to be a quite inhuman act, unidentified gunmen ambushed a bus on Tuesday, killing 18 people over sectarian differences in a usually peaceful region, Gilgit, the northern region of the country. According to the media reports, the bus was stopped before passengers were ordered off and shot in the mountainous district. A […]

Teary-eyed Maya Khan comes out to defend her action

The infamous vigilante morning show host, Maya Khan came out to defend herself, claiming in a talk show that all the subjects of the show in question where she raided a park with her team in her attempt at moral policing were paid actors. It is pertinent to mention that Maya Khan was fired from […]

Blinded by Darkness

Blinded by darkness Those who have seen the light can never be kept in the dark for long. However, for those who have pretty much lived under dark clouds since as long as they can remember, the desire to bathe in light is not that strong. Hence, it is not difficult to kept these people […]

General masses getting disappointed with prolonged wait to see a prosperous Pakistan

General masses getting disappointed with prolonged wait to see a prosperous Pakistan It has been the dream of general masses to see a prosperous Pakistan since its creation but a prolonged wait has brought them to the verge of disappointment. This frustrated situation is a result of the bad policies of corrupt rulers and politicians […]

Legal fraternity observed strike against desecration of Holy Quran

The legal fraternity of twin cities observed strike, boycotting the court proceedings against desecration of Holy Quran by US-led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) troops in Afghanistan. Earlier, Punjab Bar Council (PBC) on Sunday had appealed to all bar associations in Punjab to boycott courts and hoist black flags on rooftops of bar rooms. Responding […]

Information Minister Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan rejects impression of media prohibitions

While the media is seemed worried about the upcoming bars, Information Minister Dr. Firdous Ahsiq Awan dispelled the impression that the new laws and regulations that the government is proposing will threaten the freedom of media in the country. While addressing a news conference, she clarified, “No such rule will be imposed. We will seek […]

Media freedom

Press associations working for freedom of rights avoid speaking when journalists are attacked but they really heat things up when journalism is attacked. Normally, these bodies should regulate the press be viewed with doubt. Apparently the government can never quite feel comfortable with a free media. But what of a press that just couldn’t be […]

Pakistan demolishes Osama Bin Laden’s hideout in Abbottabad

In order to divert the attention, Pakistan completely demolished the three-storey compound where the US Navy seals had killed Osama Bin Laden in a night-time raid on May 02, 2011. A senior security said, “The process launched for demolishing the compound on Saturday evening was completed on Sunday night. The whole structure has been razed […]

Tweet Tweet: Pakistan stands proud at Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy’s triumph

Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, the solitary smiling face, changed the headlines of Pakistani media, winning the first ever Oscar award for her documentary ‘Saving Face’ under the category of Best Documentary, Short Subject. Pakistanis are speaking about her brilliant achievement when the remaining world remained glued to the announcements of best director, actor and picture at […]

Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy wins first ever Oscar award for Pakistan

In what appeared to be a positive and courageous omen for all Pakistanis, Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy has won the first ever Oscar award for Pakistan for her documentary ‘Saving Face’ at the 84th Academy Awards on Sunday. While receiving the world’s prestigious ward, she observed, “I want to dedicate this award to all the heroes […]

Deteriorating Balochistan

The government will not have to miss the fact that the situation in Balochistan has reached grievous levels. The issue of Balochistan has been in the media across the globe and also has been taken up by the US House of Representatives. In what appeared to be a critical phase, the government decided to move […]

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