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Zakat in Light of Islam: A Comprehensive Guide

Zakat is one of the fundamental pillars of Islam, holding immense significance in the lives of Muslims. It is a form of obligatory charity that purifies wealth and fosters social justice by helping the underprivileged. Islam strongly emphasizes the r...

For the sake of ailing humanity

There is no denying that Pakistani philanthropists are among the best in the world as they contribute their bit for the suffering humanity. There charity is proverbial and during the holy month of Ramazan, the charitable works are the manifestation...

The Massacre of Karachi’s Trees: Environmental Devastation and Government Apathy

By: Asif Ijaz Chairman,Basic Human Rights International Council of Pakistan Agency Karachi, Pakistan's largest city and economic hub, is heading towards an environmental crisis due to mismanagement, corruption, and government apathy. Once adorned wi...

Pathetic state of affairs

In several previous write-ups, I have mentioned from many angles that sports are dying out in our society or the quality of sports is declining. There was a time when we ruled hockey, there was a time when we ruled squash, our great athlete brothers...

Agricultural Income Tax: perspective

Financial experts also say that after the impositon of tax on agriculture income, the prices of  grains, fruits and vegetables will further soar, to add to the woes of the common man. On the other hand, the Govt says that this will not happen....

Characteristics of Humanity

By Dr. Barkat Ali Khan It is a human tragedy that human beings do not originate correction with themselves. In every case and at all costs, the opposition is wrong. One will notice a single mistake in others but will ignore hundreds of mistakes withi...

Terrorists targeting miners in Balochistan

It seems that terrorist incidents are once again taking a similar direction as in the past, in which there is an aspect of harassment of people from different sectors and professions. Ordinary poor laborers are being targeted as soft targets.  T...

Türkiye President's visit of Pakistan

Pakistan and Turkey have a long history of relations, for centuries the hearts of the people of both countries have been beating for each other. There is a golden formation of culture between the two, which is constantly getting stronger.  Rece...

A true champion of public service and community well-being

By Asad Hanif PPP leader, Info Secy  District Central Syed Nasir Hussain Shah is a prominent and dynamic figure in Pakistani politics, known for his tireless efforts, public service, and developmental initiatives. His role in Sindh’s poli...

Death of Pakistanis in boat tragedies

In recent yeas, varoius groups of human smugglers emerged who started sending innocent people abroad through illegal and inhumane methods, this process is still going on.  In recent years, hundreds of Pakistanis who traveled through illegal rou...

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Abandoned Government School buildings turn into drug dens in Sher Shah Colony

KARACHI: On the directives of Sindh Ombudsman Muhammad Sohail Rajput, Aftab Ahmed Khatri, Regional Director of the Provincial Ombudsman Sindh (POS) for Keamari District/West Karachi, along with Salahuddin Siddiqui, conducted an inspection of the...

Awareness seminar held in Karachi on Right to Self-Determination Day for Kashmir

KARACHI: An awareness seminar was organized in Karachi on the occasion of Right to Self-Determination Day by the Youth Forum for Kashmir – Karachi Regional Office (YFK-KRO). Political, social, religious and media personalities attended the even...

Rashid Hashmi elected chairman in KCHSU elections, Captain M. Aijaz Haroon’s panel wins all positions

KARACHI: Rashid Hashmi has been elected as Chairman in the regular elections of the Karachi Cooperative Housing Societies Union (KCHSU). According to the Election Commission, Captain M. Aijaz Haroon’s panel achieved a clean sweep by winning all...

District Central Police – Performance report for the year 2025

KARACHI: The District Central police under the leadership of SSP Zeeshan Shafiq Siddiqui remained fully committed throughout the year 2025 to improving the law and order situation and taking effective action against criminal elements.  From 1 Ja...
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