Dr. Ghulam Nabi FaiChairmanWorld Forum for Peace & Justice March 17, 2026 When the United Nations Committee on Enforced Disappearances (CED) opened its thirtieth session in Geneva on March 9, 2026 (will continue until March 19, 2026), it did so under a powerful and urgent slogan: “Victims First. Immediate Action.” The theme could not have...
Among Pakistan’s best trades of 2025 was the Great Wheat Hustle. Those who bought wheat from farmers at Rs 2,200 per maund on May 15 and sold to flour millers at Rs 4,500 per maund on August 30 laughed louder than anyone in the agriculture sector. That’s doubling your money in three months or so—an...
Geneva, (Younas Khan) __ The Kashmiri community organized a three-day protest camp outside the United Nations headquarters in Geneva on the occasion of the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council. Protest tents were set up, while banners and a photo exhibition were also displayed highlighting alleged human rights violations against Kashmiris. The banners...
The recent decision by the federal government to replace Kamran Tessori with Nihal Hashmi as Governor of Sindh has sparked widespread debate across the country. The development did not occur in isolation; it came amid visible tensions within coalition politics and growing criticism from the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), which has long sought recognition and...
Dr. Ghulam Nabi FaiChairmanWorld Forum for Peace & Justice March 14, 2026 It is perfectly acceptable to be a dreamer. Throughout history, dreamers have inspired societies to imagine a better future—one defined by justice, dignity, and peace. But what becomes deeply troubling is when those dreams are imposed upon others as reality, even when the...
Berlin, (Mahwish Zafar) – An interfaith Iftar dinner was organized by several religious and social organizations in the Mitte district of Berlin, bringing together people from diverse faiths, cultures and communities. The Mayor of Berlin’s Mitte district attended the event as a special guest. Addressing the gathering, she said the purpose of the program was...
Frankfurt, (Rana Rizwan) – Municipal elections are regularly held across various federal states in Germany, and this year they are scheduled to take place on March 15. These elections determine representatives for city councils, municipal bodies and other local administrative positions. Local politics plays a significant role in shaping decisions related to urban development, education,...
Pakistan’s livestock sector is one of the most important yet under‑appreciated pillars of the national economy, providing food, income, and employment to millions of rural households. Healthy animals are central to this system, and their wellbeing depends on effective veterinary services, disease control, and professional regulation. Despite livestock contributing nearly 15 percent to national GDP...
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...
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,...
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