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Terror rearing its head in the country’s financial hub

As if street crimes were not enough, terror is also rearing its ugly head in the megapolis. The two back-to-back incidents in Karachi last week are a case in point.  As reported, two KMC officials of the fire brigade department were gunned down...

Brazil, it is time to wake up from your Bolsonaro nightmare

In the aftermath of Brazil’s last general election in 2018, the Wall Street Journal’s editorial page celebrated the victory of Jair Bolsonaro – a former low-ranking army officer, far-right fringe politician, and fan of Brazil’...

Islamic heritage and Saudi Arabia’s quest for a diversified economy

Although Saudi Arabia is home to some of the world’s most historically significant Islamic sites, international tourists have yet to add visiting the Kingdom to their bucket lists. For decades, the Saudi economy has remained heavily reliant on...

People displaced by floods prone to mental illnesses

The natural calamities in the form of recent torrential monsoon rains and then flash floods which wreaked havoc with our country, has not only caused material losses but also the loss in terms of loss of human lives and the impact on their minds and...

Will 'Dar-economics' rectify our ailing economy?

Though a lot of expectations are being pinned on Mr Ishaq Dar to rectify the country's ailing economy, particularly to control the free fall of Pak currency against US dollar, but the ground realities are very complexed and one is not sure how Mr Dar...

Where do we head?

It is very unfortunate that former PM and PTI chief Imran Khan has transferred his toxic and ill-mentality to his supporters as well which can be gauged from their repeated acts of heckling and sloganeering of opponents not only in Pakistan but also...

Pollution: Red-light for the health of people

Pollution is a term which even kids are aware of these days. It has become so common that almost everyone acknowledges fact that pollution is rising continuously. In pollution, we mean a substance that has been introduced uninvited into something. V...

Tradition of dowry system and Mahr

We will discuss about tradition and concept of 'Dowry' and 'Mahr' in Islam. Literal meaning of term 'mahr' is dower, however, two terms have some distinct differences. In Muslim law, concept of mahr is to ensure women's financial security. However,...

US food security assistance for Pakistan laudable

In a welcome move, the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has announced another $10 million for food security assistance, which is need of the hour. The announcement was made during Secretary Blinken meeting with Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zar...

Moments to cherish and celebrate

A series of good news are pouring from Pakistan's sports front since the Commonwealth Games in August to the current Pak-England Test series. And the latest addition to this galore is the fantastic victory by Green Shirts against visiting England tea...

NC Big Stories

Youth Forum for Kashmir Organizes Seminar on Human Rights Violations in Kashmir at Karachi Press Club

KARACHI: On the occasion of Human Rights Day, the Youth Forum for Kashmir – Karachi Regional Office (YFK-KRO) organized a meaningful and dignified ceremony at Karachi Press Club. The event witnessed participation from a large number of distingu...

Deputy Commissioner of Central District lauded for reactivating Civil Defence Department

KARACHI: Adil Khan Zai, President of the Central Lawyers Forum Karachi, has praised Deputy Commissioner of Central District, Taha Saleem, for his initiative to reactivate the Civil Defence Department in the area. Speaking at a public gathering, Adil...

ABAD’s complaint against SBCA officer raises questions

KARACHI: The Association of Builders and Developers of Pakistan (ABAD) has submitted a letter to the Chief Minister of Sindh, accusing Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) Deputy Director Riaz Mulla of blackmail, unlawful demands, and alleged abus...

Registrar Coop interference in Karimabad Society puts members' Lives at Risk

KARACHI: Elections in the Karimabad Ismailia Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society Limited ST-2 have been repeatedly delayed, leaving members frustrated and losing patience. Meanwhile, an illegal administration has taken control of the society. The Regis...
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