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Rohingya Crisis Deepens as US Cuts Aid

As the Rohingya crisis worsens, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is set to visit Bangladesh in an effort to push for a sustainable resolution....

Civicus Watchlist Grades Pakistan’s Human Rights Decline

The recent inclusion of Pakistan in the Civicus Monitor's human rights watchlist for 2025 underscores a troubling trajectory of diminishing civic freedoms within the...

Journalists Forced Into Exile, Truth Under Threat

The landscape of journalism in Pakistan has historically been fraught with challenges, marked by periods of overt repression and subtle coercion. In recent years,...

Pakistan’s Freedom Decline Raises Global Concerns

In the recently published "Freedom in the World 2025" report by Freedom House, Pakistan's status remains classified as "Partly Free," with a notable...

Pakistan Government Fails Amid Libya Tragedy

The recent capsizing of a vessel near Libya’s Marsa Dela port, carrying around 65 passengers, is yet another tragic reminder of the ongoing human...

Massive Zakat Fund Embezzlement Exposes Government’s Corruption Failure

 The recent revelations of massive embezzlement in the Zakat and Ushr fund in Islamabad have once again highlighted the deep-rooted corruption and gross mismanagement...

Australia Caps Annual Migration at 250,000 by 2025

The Albanese government's recent announcement of a ten-year migration strategy aims to overhaul Australia's immigration system and reduce the annual net migration intake to...

Rising Child Abuse in Pakistan Sparks Global Human Rights Concerns

  Child abuse in Pakistan has reached alarming proportions, becoming a deeply rooted issue that has sparked national outrage and attracted widespread international attention. The...

Human Rights Commission Shake-Up Offers Hopeful Future

The issue of missing persons in Pakistan remains one of the country's most unresolved and sensitive human rights crises. For decades, families have been...

Global Shame: Pakistani Nationals Behind Bars Worldwide

A recent disclosure by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in the Senate has revealed a troubling situation regarding the number...

Coal Mine Catastrophes: A Grim Pattern in Pakistan

In yet another tragic incident underscoring the perils of Pakistan’s mining sector, 12 miners lost their lives when a coal mine collapsed in the...

Pakistani Hero Asif Bashir Honored in India

In an extraordinary act of bravery and selflessness, Pakistani national Asif Bashir has been nominated for India’s prestigious Padma Shri award for saving 44...

Prison Reform Initiatives: Efforts to Improve Conditions Within the Penal System and Protect Prisoner Rights

The state of prisons often reflects the overall condition of justice and humanity in any society. Across the globe, prison systems struggle with overcrowding,...

Child Labor Issues: Efforts to Combat Child Labor Practices, Particularly in Rural Areas

Child labor remains a grim reality in many parts of the world, and rural areas are often the hardest hit. Driven by poverty, lack...

Refugee Rights Support: Advocacy for the Rights of Afghan Refugees Living in Pakistan Amid Ongoing Crises

Pakistan has long been a sanctuary for Afghan refugees, offering shelter and hope in the face of ongoing crises across the border. However, the...

Minority Rights Protection: Initiatives Aimed at Safeguarding the Rights of Religious Minorities in Pakistan

Diversity enriches a nation, and in a multicultural country like Pakistan, religious minorities play a significant role in shaping its cultural and social fabric....

Freedom of Speech Concerns: Discussions Surrounding Media Censorship and Freedom of Expression Challenges

Freedom of speech is the cornerstone of any thriving democracy. It allows individuals to voice opinions, question authority, and bring critical issues to light....

Women’s Rights Advocacy: Ongoing Campaigns for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment in Pakistan

In recent years, the call for gender equality and women's empowerment has grown louder in Pakistan. With increased awareness, grassroots movements, and the efforts...

Matiullah Jan Arrest

Matiuallah Jan The arrest of senior journalist Matiullah Jan has once again drawn global attention to the systematic suppression of press freedom in Pakistan. Known...

40% of Pakistanis want to leave their country. Guess where they want to go

By Konstantinos Bogdanos Pakistani migrants stranded in Greece sleep on the train tracks at Idomeni an informal camp on the Macedonian border – Jodi Hilton According...

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