Syeda Hoor Shumail

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Contributing author at Daily National Courier. Looking after OP-ED page with diversified content on mix topics of greater interest. Also member of Karachi Union of Journalist (KUJ).

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Empowering change: The invaluable role of women in Pakistan's development

In Pakistan, the pivotal role of women in shaping the nation's progress and development cannot be overstated. Over the years, there has been a growing recognition of the immense potential and contribution that women bring to various spheres of societ...

Exploring child driving: Safety, education, and responsibility

The Fascination with Driving: From a young age, children often imitate adult behaviors, and driving is no exception. Many kids mimic their parents or other adults by playing with toy cars, pretending to drive, or even observing and asking questions a...

Political representation of women in Pakistan: Bridging the gap in leadership

In the intricate fabric of Pakistani politics, the role of women has been a subject of evolution, marked by progress, yet hindered by persistent challenges. Assessing the status of women in political spheres sheds light on their roles, the barriers t...

Muhammad Ali Jinnah: Quaid-e-Azam’s enduring legacy

In the annals of history, few figures stand as tall as Muhammad Ali Jinnah, fondly remembered as Quaid-e-Azam, the great leader. His legacy as the founding father of Pakistan remains an indelible mark in the narrative of the subcontinent's struggle f...

Met office reports cold, dry weather in Karachi

Karachi is experiencing partly cloudy, cold, and dry weather, causing morning fog that limits visibility in the city. The meteorological department reported a minimum temperature of 17 degrees Celsius and expects the maximum to range between 28 to 29...

SHC orders exclusion of all billboards in Karachi

KARACHI: The Sindh High Court (SHC) in Karachi has mandated the removal of billboards from private properties within 15 days, aligning with a prior Supreme Court (SC) directive. The SC had instructed action against officials permitting billboard ads...

Winter Wellness: Harnessing herbal remedies for seasonal health

Immune Support with Nature's Bounty As winter arrives, health maintenance becomes a primary concern amidst dropping temperatures and increased susceptibility to ailments. Herbal remedies, time-tested and natural, emerge as potent allies in tackling c...

Rethinking tobacco: Toward ending cigarette sales and redefining public health

Tobacco control measures in some regions have sparked discussions about the 'endgame' of the tobacco epidemic. Did you know that globally, over 5.5 trillion cigarettes are manufactured annually, consumed by more than 1.1 billion people, constituting...

Emotional Intelligence: The teacher's key to student connection

In the realm of education, the spotlight often shines on academic excellence, curriculum design, and teaching methodologies. Yet, a pivotal but sometimes overlooked facet crucial to a thriving classroom is the teacher's emotional intelligence. The ro...

CM Baqar seeks federal aid amid book price concerns

KARACHI: Caretaker Sindh Chief Minister Justice (retd) Maqbool Baqarhas observed that the habit of reading books has been declining over time due to several factors, including the lack of development of reading habits among children, the rising cost...

NC Big Stories

Mayor visits Gulshan Hadeed to inspect water supply lines work

KARACHI: Mayor Karachi Murtaza Wahab on Monday visited Gulshan Hadeed to inspect the under-progress work of two new water supply lines for the locality. Mayor Murtaza Wahab said that the negligence of Pakistan Steel Mills management deprived Gulshan...

Farhan Ghani handed over to police on 4-day physical remand

KARACHI: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Karachi on Monday granted police a four-day physical remand of Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader and Chanesar Town Chairman, Farhan Ghani, in a terrorism case related to the assault of a government e...

Pakistan rejects 'Greater Israel' plan at OIC moot, seeks immediate end to Gaza war

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Monday reiterated Pakistan's strong condemnation of Israel’s highly escalatory and dangerous statements over Palestinian land. He said the brazen audacity of the so-called Israeli cabinet,...

NDMA sounds flood alert as India releases water into Ravi after Sutlej warning

After alerting Pakistan, India on Monday discharged water from the Madhopur Dam into the Ravi River — a day after warning of its planned release into the Sutlej — prompting the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to caution of p...
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