Opinion

Charity - An Urgent Call to Action

Charity holds a significant place in the lives of Muslims worldwide, forming a vital aspect of Islam through zakat (mandatory charity) and sadaqa (voluntary charity). Zakat involves giving a portion of surplus wealth to the needy, while sadaqa encomp...

Victim of lack of maintenance

The history of Pakistan Railways is full of accidents. One of the reasons for this is that the department often faces problems with people and animals crossing the line at the gates. To remedy this situation, a successful experiment has been carried...

Challenges of drug abuse in Pakistan: A call for comprehensive solutions

Eradicating drug abuse remains a significant concern for Pakistan. Despite being only 10% of South Asia's population, Pakistan faces a staggering 32% smoking rate and a soaring number of drug addicts, predominantly among the youth. These individuals,...

Digital Marketing: Pros and Challenges

The advantages and challenges of digital advertising are significant aspects in today's marketing landscape. In essence, digital marketing encompasses promotional activities conducted through electronic devices or online platforms. With an increasing...

Touching Lives: “Tough Together” Unity, and Support for an Inclusive Tomorrow"

By: Nawal Abdul Rasheed, Sana Dawood, Laiba Khan, Khadija Rehman Afandi and Ayesha NoorJinnah University for Women The compassionate journey of “Tough Together” started as an assignment for “Community Development”. The inspira...

Community engagement and volunteerism: Cultivating a culture of social impact

Introduction: In the intricate tapestry of society, the threads of community engagement and volunteerism form a vibrant pattern that weaves together individuals, neighborhoods, and entire nations. The essence of community service lies not only in the...

Unveiling heights: Women redefining extreme sports

In the adrenaline-fueled realm of extreme sports, women are shattering barriers, redefining boundaries, and carving their names onto the peaks, waves, and ramps once dominated by men. The rise of women in extreme sports like surfing, skateboarding, a...

Evaluating Poverty Alleviation Strategies

In the pursuit of combating poverty, societies across the globe have embarked on multifaceted strategies and initiatives aimed at providing relief, empowering communities, and breaking the cycle of deprivation. From microfinance to education programs...

Navigating the divide: Cultural appropriation in fashion and its impact

Cultural appropriation in the fashion industry is a topic that has sparked significant debate and scrutiny in recent years. At the intersection of creativity and cultural exchange, the industry faces complex challenges regarding the respectful repres...

Urban life and mental health: How cities affect our well-being

Our world is changing fast, and more and more people are living in cities than ever before. Urbanization, the growth of cities, brings both excitement and challenges. While cities offer opportunities, entertainment, and diverse communities, they also...

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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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