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...

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Police registers case against TLP leadership, workers under terrorism charges

LAHORE: At least five people, including a police officer, three Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) workers, and a passerby, were killed as law enforcement agencies carried out a major pre-dawn operation in Muridke on Monday to disperse what officials d...

PM Shehbaz lauds Trump as 'man of peace'

EGYPT: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday described US President Donald Trump as a "genuine man of peace", who had worked relentlessly and untiringly to end global conflicts, including the war in Gaza. Standing with the US president and other gl...

SSP Central and Community Police meet to discuss new security measures

KARACHI: SSP District Central Zeeshan Shafiq Siddiqui met with officials of Community Police Karachi (CPK) Nazimabad at his office yesterday. The meeting was attended by CPK Chief Aqeeq Iqbal, Deputy Chief Hammad, and other representatives. During th...

Pakistani youth to get training in IT skills

ISLAMABAD: If you’re an engineer completing your four-year bachelor's programme and enter the industry, companies are frustrated you have no experience. But now, Huawei and the Pakistan government are trying to fill this gap by training 300,000...
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