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Dowry deprives daughters of marriage

Dowry, a longstanding custom in our society, creates a big problem for families and keeps us from moving forward together. It’s like a heavy...

30.04.2024 30

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The enemy within

A nation renowned for its vibrant culture and diverse beauty, an adversary more insidious than any foreign threat lurks within its borders. This enemy...

24.04.2024 40

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Learning speech therapy in school

Communication is a big part of being human, starting from gestures to the many languages we use today. Over time, we got better at communicating with...

15.04.2024 30

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Painful pre-partition memoir

Living in the Clouds: A Memoir, written by Dr Khwaja Ahmed Abbas, is an adventurous life story filled with great passion and endeavour to thrive even...

06.04.2024 20

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A tale of triumph

Eliza Cook’s King Bruce and the Spider tells the story of a monarch who wears a crown and embodies true kingship. In Scotland, there was a king...

27.03.2024 40

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Eyes of judgment

In our conservative society entrenched in a patriarchal mindset, women endure a miserable existence. When they contribute to the socio-economic...

18.03.2024 30

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Women’s empowerment odyssey

International Women’s Day which falls on March 8th is an important occasion for recognising the achievements and struggles of women worldwide....

10.03.2024 60

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Coalition crisis

T he recent general elections held on February 8th were anticipated as a crucial moment for our country, promising a new era of democratic governance...

27.02.2024 10

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Enduring pain in humanity

“T he pain is as old as humanity itself, perhaps even older, as extinct human species such as Neanderthals, Homo erectus, and the recently...

21.02.2024 10

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Beyond Valentine’s Day

V alentine’s Day, celebrated annually on February 14th, has evolved into a global celebration of love and affection. While the modern-day observance...

13.02.2024 50

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Commitment to progressive policies

Asif Zardari’s chant of ‘Pakistan Khappay’ and the somber events of December 27 leave a lasting impact on country’s political history. The day...

05.02.2024 30

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Words versus deeds

Irish author Oscar Wilde’s The Devoted Friend is a satirical short story. It contains themes of friendship, selfishness and manipulation. It...

27.01.2024 40

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She shapes democracy

I n a democratic society, the active participation of all members is paramount. The inclusion of women in the decision-making bodies of political...

20.01.2024 30

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The pursuit of meaning

V iktor E Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning is a compelling book that endeavours into the author’s firsthand experiences during his...

16.01.2024 50

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CSS exam: reforms needed

The pursuit of a Central Superior Service (CSS) job through the Federal Public Service Commission’s (FPSC) competitive examination is a collective...

08.01.2024 100

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Women leaders in politics

I n Pakistan’s political history, a cohort of extraordinary women has emerged as pioneers, defying conventional norms and leaving an enduring mark...

03.01.2024 100

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Democracy — the best revenge

The assassination of Benazir Bhutto in 2007 plunged the nation into mourning, extinguishing the beacon of hope she represented for a better Pakistan....

25.12.2023 100

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A marriage to usurp women’s inheritance right

M arriage with the Quran is often presented as a religious ceremony where the bride is revered and idealised as a religious figure. However, it can be...

08.12.2023 50

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Bill Clinton’s vision: our aspiration

T hrough his book Between Hope and History , former US President Bill Clinton shares presidential experiences, emphasising Opportunity,...

25.11.2023 30

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Confronting workforce harassment

Our struggle for safeguarding human rights, particularly women’s rights, has been riddled with challenges. While globalisation has ushered in...

20.11.2023 50

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Benazir’s life story — a beacon of inspiration

Benazir Bhutto, the first woman Prime Minister to lead a Muslim-majority nation, stands as a true testament to the power of inspiration and...

03.11.2023 50

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‘Four global threats to humanity’

Noam Chomsky once addressed a virtual audience at a private university in Karachi, shedding light on what he perceives as four imminent and dire...

23.10.2023 100

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Complex reality of early marriage

In societies where tradition and modernity intersect, the debate surrounding early marriage is far from straightforward. The question of whether early...

07.10.2023 50

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Child abuse is a grim reality in our society

CHILD abuse and labour practices continue to plague our society, with reports of domestic assault and torture on child workers often hidden beneath...

12.09.2023 100

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