Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ Javed Kausar Rana, President of the Pak–Benelux Overseas Chamber of Commerce and Industry based in the European capital Brussels, has congratulated Tariq Tanveer on receiving the Asia Farm Tourism Award. In his message, he said that the award is a moment of pride for the agricultural community. He stated that his dear friend Tariq Tanveer has...
Indian occupied Kashmir—- “A disaster in waiting”.
Professor (Dr.) Imtiaz Khan (Second part of two-part series) Settler Colonialism aspects in Kashmir involves: (1) Communication Blackouts and Media Restrictions: Indian authorities have historically used communication blackouts, including the suppression of internet services, to control the flow of information out of the region. Journalists and human rights defenders face routine harassment, incarceration, and accusations of “terrorism” for reporting human...
Geneva seminar demands immediate access for UN Special Rapporteurs to Kashmir, Delhi and Manipur, citing systematic religious persecution.
Experts Warn of Widening Gap Between Constitutional Promise and Ground RealityGENEVA, (Unib Rashid) __ Speakers at a side event held on the sidelines of the 61st Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, have demanded immediate access for UN Special Rapporteurs to Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi riot-affected areas, and Manipur, citing grave human and religious rights violations.The seminar...
Pakistan’s Passenger Car Sales Jump 51% in February Despite Monthly Slowdown.
Karachi / Brussels, (Unib Rashid) __ Passenger car sales in Pakistan recorded a strong 51 percent year-on-year increase in February 2026, although sales declined on a month-on-month basis due to seasonal factors, according to data released by the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA). The data showed that 13,388 passenger cars were sold in February 2026, compared with 8,882 units in...
Sustainable climate action requires restoring political agency to subjugated peoples: Speakers
Geneva, (Unib Rashid) __ The speakers at a panel discussion held here on the sidelines of the 61st Session of the UN Human Rights Council have unanimously urged the international community particularly the UN to recognize the fact that sustainable climate action requires restoring political agency to subjugated peoples.The panel discussion titled “Climate Justice, Human Rights and the Right to...
Community Football Tournament in Jhelum Gains Momentum; Jameel Bhatti Donates Rs100,000 for Fans’ Seating.
Jhelum, (Unib Rashid) __ Football matches organized under the banner of the Jhelum Forum are continuing with great enthusiasm, attracting a large number of local sports fans. The event is being efficiently managed by the President of the Jhelum Forum Sports Wing, Jameel Bhatti, along with his team. Considering the overwhelming turnout and keen interest of spectators, Jameel Bhatti has...
Pakistan’s Economy in the Shadow of Political Division.
Pakistan’s economy has long struggled with structural weaknesses, but in recent years these challenges have been compounded by deep, corrosive political divisions that undermine governance and economic stability. Over the past decade, the country has witnessed repeated cycles of political confrontation, contested elections, mass protests, and frequent changes in government. Instead of fostering national consensus, major political parties have increasingly...
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Professor (Dr.) Imtiaz Khan (First part of two-part series) The conflict of Indian-occupied Kashmir (IOK), is a longstanding dispute stemming from the 1947 partition of British India, characterized by a struggle for self-determination against Indian rule, recurring wars with Pakistan, and serious human rights abuses. The 2019 revocation of Article 370 and 35 A by India removed the region’s autonomy,...
A War in the Gulf Redrawing the Global Power Map.
The war erupting between Iran, Israel, and United States—with key Gulf states drawn into the crossfire—is not merely a regional confrontation; it is reshaping the global power map. Unlike previous conflicts confined to the Middle East, this war intersects multiple strategic, economic, and political dimensions: global energy markets face unprecedented volatility, alliances between regional and world powers are being tested,...
MP Afzal Khan Welcomes UK Labour Government’s New Definition of Anti-Muslim Hatred
Brussels/London, (Unib Rashid) __ British Member of Parliament Afzal Khan has welcomed the Labour Party government’s decision to introduce a working definition of anti-Muslim hostility, calling it a “historic step” toward tackling rising discrimination and hate crimes against Muslims in the United Kingdom. Speaking on the announcement, Khan said the move marks an important milestone in addressing growing concerns about...