Christophe Jaffrelot holds the Avantha Chair in Indian Politics and Sociology at the King’s India Institute. He holds the position of Overseas Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in addition to teaching politics and history of South Asia at Sciences Po in Paris. He is the senior editor of the Hurst book series […]
Author: Umar Miraj
US criticized for rejecting Pakistani refugees despite UNHCR referrals
ISLAMABAD – The Sources have claimed that the US government has systematically refused to accept Pakistani refugees who have fled their country to escape alleged atrocities committed by the Pakistani army and intelligence agencies. Despite obtaining refugee status, almost all cases referred to the United States Refugee Admissions Program USRAP by United Nations High Commissioner […]
List of Israeli Products in Pakistan and Their Local Alternatives
Recent controversy surrounding McDonald’s has sparked discussions after its Israeli franchise announced it was providing free meals to the Israeli army. This incident has led many consumers to question whether global brands should be held accountable for their involvement in humanitarian crises, particularly in Gaza. The Boycott, Divest, and Sanction (BDS) movement is a non-violent […]
COP 29: Shaping the future of global climate action
As the world continues to grapple with the escalating impacts of climate change, COP 29 stands as a pivotal moment in the global effort to forge a sustainable and resilient future. This conference is set to bring together nations, experts, and activists from around the world to negotiate, strategize, and commit to actionable solutions for […]
Ed Sheeran fan marries his doppelganger in presence of celeb lookalikes
Ed Sheeran fan marries his doppelganger in presence of celebrity lookalikes A big Ed Sheeran fan Amanda Baron married his doppelgänger Ty Jones, who carries strange resemblance to the renowned singer. The wedding held in Manchester was attended by star-studded guest list of celebrity lookalikes. Also read: Watch: Fans thrilled as Ed Sheeran sings in Punjabi […]
US report highlights religious freedom violations in India and Pakistan
US report highlights religious freedom violations in India and Pakistan. The US State Department has issued its annual report on international religious freedom on Wednesday. The US report discusses the religious freedom violation and plight of minorities of India and Pakistan. It talks about the distressing conditions faced by Muslim and Christian communities in both […]
US-China competition in the evolution of Asia-Pacific to Indo-Pacific
The Asia-Pacific region includes major players such as Southeast Asia, East Asia, Australia, and the US, which counter China’s influence in the South China Sea. The Asia-Pacific has a large market in terms of production and sales, major economies, technological advancements, and is crucial in terms of cybersecurity and AI. It is also a crucial […]
PMD predicts heavy rain across country from tomorrow
PMD predicts heavy rain across country from tomorrow. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted rains across the country amidst the blazing heat from June 26 (tomorrow). A low-pressure in the south of Indian Gujarat, along with monsoon winds from the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, is likely to enter eastern Pakistan on […]