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Human Rights
2023 Sees Record Pakistani Migration to Europe: NCHR
News Desk
Islamabad: In 2022, Pakistan was not among the top ten countries in Europe for irregular migration. However, by mid-2023, it had risen to the 10th position, with migrations reaching 8,778 by December.
Political and economic…
Journalists, Civil Society Strongly Oppose Punjab Defamation Bill
News Desk
Islamabad: Journalists and civil society members have strongly opposed the proposed Punjab Defamation Bill (2024).
In a letter signed by journalists and civil society members from across Pakistan, they asserted that this…
HRCP Flags Concerns Over Proposed Defamation Law in Punjab
News Desk
Lahore: The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has expressed profound concern regarding the draft defamation bill presented in the Punjab Assembly.
The content and language of the bill are alarming on several…
Police Apprehend Brother in ‘Honor Killing’ Case
APP
Muzaffargarh: A tragic incident unfolded in the Katcha area within the jurisdiction of the Khair Pur Sadat police station, where a brother allegedly opened fire, resulting in the death of his sister in the name of honor.
The…
How Rising Divorce Rates Threaten Social Fabric
Shumaila Noreen/Farhat Fatima
Islamabad: "In the past, marriage was revered as a union not only between two individuals but also between their families, grounded in values of kindness, truthfulness, and respect.
It was not uncommon…
UN Accredits Pakistan’s NCHR with Prestigious A-Status
News Desk
Islamabad: The National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) of Pakistan has been accredited as an A-status National Human Rights Institution (NHRI) by the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI), the…
Journalist’s Murder Sparks Protest in Muzaffargarh
News Desk
Islamabad: A strong protest was held against the murder of senior journalist Ishfaq Ahmed Siyal in Muzaffargarh on Friday.
People from different walks of life, including political leaders and common citizens, participated…
26% Tax Rise Vital to Combat Pakistan’s Tobacco Epidemic: Activists
News Desk
Islamabad: Pakistan grapples with a significant challenge as widespread tobacco consumption affects over 31.9 million adults aged 15 years and above, comprising nearly 19.7 percent of the adult population.
Annually,…
Tragic Loss: Senior Journalist Shot Dead in Muzaffargarh
Shazia Mehboob
Muzaffargarh: A senior journalist was shot dead under unexplained circumstances in Muzaffargarh on Wednesday morning.
The deceased journalist, identified as Mehar Ishfaq Siyal, was associated with the Urdu Daily…
HRCP Urges Peaceful Resolution to AJK Unrest
News Desk
Islamabad: Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) expresses deep concern over the persistent violence in AJK and urges authorities to promptly and peacefully respond to the grievances of protesters.
HRCP emphasizes the…