Investigative Reports

Nadia Nawaz Gujrat: Is it fair to consider every woman who cannot become a mother as incomplete? This question prompts reflection on societal expectations of women after their marriage, giving the impression that motherhood is the…

Muhammad Shakil Peshawar: The persistent use of e-cigarettes in Pakistani society has exposed the younger generation to serious respiratory, oral, and brain issues that may prove fatal in later stages of life. Besides the increasing…

Taimoor Jadoon Islamabad: The population of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) has exceeded 2 million, placing immense pressure on the city's natural resources. Residents are confronted with challenges such as water scarcity, waste…

Nadia Nawaz Wazirabad: "A baby with hydrocephalus is not just a challenge for parents; it becomes a societal burden," said Abida Bibi*, a resident of Wazirabad, Punjab. Abida Bibi*, who is currently expecting another baby, attributes the…

Fakhar-e-Alam Peshawar:  In democratic systems, the foundation of a robust democracy lies in the conduct of elections that are both free and transparent. This ensures that the government elected through the electoral process truly…

APP Multan: The surge in demand for boiled eggs amid the intense cold weather has prompted many young vendors, predominantly children, to engage in part-time sales across both urban and suburban areas. Hundreds of preteen children have…

Ali Ahmad Lahore: From its golden age in the 1950s and early 80s, to its tragic downfall and later to its ‘revival’ in the 2000s, Pakistani cinema has been on a rollercoaster ride. On one side it was neglected by authorities, petty…

APP Quetta: The Centre for Peace and Development Initiatives (CPDI) has issued an urgent appeal to key officials in the Balochistan provincial government, including the Chief Secretary and Secretary of Food, to address the escalating…

Azhar Siddique Rawalpindi: Amidst an unchecked population influx and worsening water scarcity, Rawalpindi residents are urgently calling upon civic authorities to proactively prevent an impending water shortage. The perennial struggle,…

Saba Chaudhary Narowal: Numerous challenges impede the representation of religious minorities in the election process in Pakistan, said Samar Naz, a 40-year-old rights activist from Narowal. Drawing on years of advocacy, Samar…