In a world where wealth and power often dictate the rule of law, Pakistan stands as a stark example of how money can sometimes overpower morality, and how influence can overshadow integrity. The phrase “a safe haven for wealthy murderers” isn’t just a sensational headline; it captures a disturbing trend in the country’s justice system, […]
Author: Laiba Imran
The writer is a Lawyer.
A gnarled tree in a Lahore shrine bears witness to a tradition that puritans are bent upon uprooting
At the centre of the courtyard of the Bibi Pak Daman shrine in Lahore, surrounded by hundreds of devotees on any given day, is the twisted trunk of an ancient waan tree. Rising from the middle of the courtyard, it forms an overarching canopy. On a hot summer afternoon, several devotees doze under its shade, […]
Ministry of SAFRON fails to act as sexual abuse cases surge in Afghan Commissionerate
Daily scandals continue to emerge from the Afghan Commissionerate in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with incidents of sexual harassment and physical and mental abuse against employees being the most prominent. Despite the Afghan Commissionerate in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Peshawar dismissing senior officials for proven charges of sexual harassment and imposing heavy fines, the situation remains dire. According to […]
Iran’s emerging missile might: Can Pakistan’s missile defence hold up?
The recent mist activities of Iran has begun yielding worries in the region and has Pakistan in a situation that has to reconsider on its missile defence system. The more Tehran shows off new military might, the more Islamabad must wonder if it can stand prepared for a missile threat from the West. Geographical location, […]
In pictures: ‘Rare’ Super Blue Moon lights up the skies in parts of world
A ‘rare’ Super Blue Moon put on a breathtaking cosmic show for the stargazers in different regions across the world. The glowing sphere illuminated the night sky on August 20, with astronomy enthusiasts sharing their prized shots on social media platforms. Also read: Why is full moon of April 2024 called ‘pink moon’? The view […]
Don’t lose interest by then: Confronting the growing epidemic of sexual violence
In recent years, the world has witnessed an alarming rise in sexual violence, with cases that are both shocking and heartbreaking. The brutal murder of six-year-old Zainab Ansari in Pakistan and the tragic killing on 9 August 2024, Moumita Debnath, a second-year postgraduate trainee doctor at R. G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata […]
Who was Dr Moumita Debnath, Who brutally sexually assaulted and murdered her?
Moumita Debnath was a 31-year-old second-year postgraduate student at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. She was pursuing her studies in the medical field and was working at the hospital when the tragic incident occurred. On the night of the incident, after completing her shift, she went to a seminar hall in the […]
Top 5 iconic national songs of Pakistan
We present you top 5 iconic national songs of Pakistan. The 14th of August brings out the most patriotism in all Pakistanis, remembering all the struggles and troubles our forefathers went through before getting independence. The celebration of Pakistan’s Independence Day is incomplete without the national songs that pay tribute not just to maker of […]