At a recent global meet, a session cut through the usual conference optimism with a stark warning: the global AIDS response is being hit by a coordinated anti-rights and anti-gender backlash at the precise moment when funding is collapsing.

Gender justice, bodily autonomy and the leader

The ongoing unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) has drawn increasing international attention to the human rights situation in the region. Thousands of people have reportedly taken to the streets to protest against economic hardship, poor governance, unemployment, and the lack of basic publi

President Donald John Trump occupies a singular place in the history of American leadership. He is at once a politician, a successful businessman, and an enthusiast of freestyle wrestling. His manner of thinking, planning, and decision-making bears a character distinctly different from that of hi

Balochistan is currently experiencing one of the most severe violence outbreaks of the year. In the past few months, Pakistani security forces have suffered heavy casualties due to coordinated rebel attacks. The Pakistani army's General Headquarters (GHQ) was compelled to initiate operations

Pakistan today stands at a defining moment in its history. A widely quoted saying observes, "Every country has an army, but in Pakistan, the army has a country." Whether one agrees with the phrase or not, it reflects a long-standing perception that Pakistan's military has exercised

 Educational backwardness is a critical issue in Pakistan; according to official estimates, approximately 26.2 million children in the country are out of school, representing about 36 percent of the total school-age population. Official data provided by the Ministry of Education to the Natio

 Rising attacks against health and gender rights are threatening the global AIDS response. No wonder, a special session on this issue

hosted at the world's largest AIDS conference - the 26th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2026) - was full to capacity. This session put the

In the long chronicle of human affairs, few pursuits have more clearly revealed the character of a people than the search for good governance. Our predecessors, whether the wise administrators of earlier ages or those who laid the foundations of our own constitutional order, grasped this truth wi

Instead of minor US-Saudi military operation against Iran the USA ought to militarily establish & control new rule based global order with wider military cooperation of Saudi Arabia

THe way Prez TRump (Who came to power mainly on the slogan of MAGA that is Make Amer

Pakistan stands as a living testament to an enduring spiritual and ideological conviction. From its very inception, the rallying cry that unified millions were both simple and profound: “What does Pakistan mean? La ilaha illallah.” Under this banner of faith in the Oneness of Allah, t

Latest report of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) show that one-in-four people living with HIV worldwide who are not receiving the lifesaving antiretroviral treatment, are in Asia Pacific region. This report "United to end AIDS" was released on 27th July 2026 at t

The ongoing Legislative Assembly elections in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK) have unfolded under extraordinary circumstances, prompting questions that extend well beyond the electoral outcome. While elections are often regarded as the hallmark of democratic governance, the environment

“When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, ‘It is finished,’ and he bowed his head and gave up his spirit” (John 19:30).

Tetelestai, it is finished. We've no doubt heard these words during a Go

In days of yore, the family stood as the unshakeable foundation of life, its fabric woven with threads of reverence, tenderness, and mutual reliance. The presence of elders within the home was regarded as a divine blessing, their wrinkled brows and measured words carrying the distilled wisdom of

As World Hepatitis Day falls on 28 July, the global health community confronts a stark reality: the science

to eliminate viral hepatitis, HIV and related epidemics already exists. What remains missing is the political courage, sustained funding and integrated delivery systems to put tho

 From India to Eswatini, Kenya to Georgia, Nepal to South Africa, people living with HIV and TB survivors warn that slogans and declarations alone will not deliver the 2030 goals. Only real people power, funding and partnership will.

With just 54 months left until the global deadli

For decades, the forced marriage and conversion of Christian girls in Pakistan has been a serious issue; however, successive Pakistani governments have failed to address it with the urgency it demands, causing the problem to escalate over time. This issue suffers not only from governmental neglec

August 5, 2026, marks the seventh anniversary of the historic abrogation of Article 370 and the reorganization of the erstwhile State of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories. For many residents of Jammu and Kashmir, the last seven years have brought unprecedented peace, development and op

In the autumn of 2005, the earth rose in wrath against the ancient hills of Kashmir. On the eighth day of October, a violent convulsion of 7.6 magnitude tore through the region, its epicentre lying a mere 19 kms northeast of Muzaffarabad. The tremor was felt far beyond Pakistan’s borders, r

Prayer is talking and listening to God. It is a way to share your heart, and to say “Thank you Lord”, and ask for help.

“And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive”. Matthew 21:22. Billy Gram once said: “Prayer is a two-w

As the world grapples with the final stretch toward the 2030 goal of ending AIDS as a public health threat, Thailand’s Key Population-Led Health Services (KPLHS) delivery model stands out as a beacon of innovation, equity, and proven impact. 

Dr Nittaya Phanuphak, Executive D

In the shadowed epochs before the dawn of Islam, the affairs of mankind were beset by profound confusion and moral clutter. The pursuit of ethical values, the recognition of basic human rights, the establishment of social equality, and the fair administration of justice remained fragmen

The United Nations Security Council's high-level debate on July 23, 2026, on "Strengthening the Mechanism for the Peaceful Settlement of Disputes" served as a timely reminder that diplomacy remains humanity's most effective instrument for preve

 

The esteemed English newspaper *The Express Tribune* (Islamabad) published a prominent story in its regular edition on July 17, reporting that the Election Commission of Pakistan will implement electoral reforms prior to the country's upcoming general elections. These

The United Nations marked Nelson Mandela Day at its headquarters in New York on 20 July 2026, although the international observance falls each year on 18 July—the date of Mandela's birth. Established by the United Nations in November 2009 and first observed in 2010, Mandela Da

In this boundless universe, every rise save that of Almighty Allah, the Most High, carries within it the seed of its own fall. This profound truth, as old as creation itself, has once more been revealed to the watching eyes of humanity during the recently concluded Football World C

As the global HIV response faces shrinking funding, increasing pressure on civil society, and growing attacks on human rights and gender equality, UNAIDS' Eamonn Murphy has called for communities to remain at the centre of the fight against HIV - not only in principle but also in po

In the divine scheme of creation, Allah Almighty has conferred upon humanity the noble rank of Ashraf al-Makhluqat, the best and most honoured of all creatures. This distinction carries with it a sacred trust: to live with dignity, purity, and adherence to the divine will. Through the H

Once again, Pakistan finds itself debating a proposal that has surfaced repeatedly over the years—and every time it does, it raises the same fundamental question: why weaken our own position on Kashmir? 

A group of senior members of the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly, led by Leade

The primary theological divergence between Western (Catholic) and Eastern (Orthodox) understandings of the Trinity centers on the “Filioque clause” and the structural starting point, of how the Godhead is conceptualized. The Western tradition typically approaches the Trinity by emphas

The Islamic Republic inculcates a culture of loyalty towards the clerical regime in its armed forces, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps receiving the most intensive ideological and political training.Shutterstock 

For many observers of Iranian politics, the most impor

The lesson Professor Ismail Raji Al-Faruqi taught me that I remember most was not delivered in a classroom.

It was during the mid-1980s when he was my teacher and academic adviser at Temple University in Philadelphia. At the same time, he was helping establish the Virginia-based Interna

Thousands of people in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) have been protesting against Islamabad's rule for more than three weeks, reflecting deep public anger over economic hardship, governance failures, and alleged human rights violations. Protesters have openly questioned

These are excerpts from a moving speech by abolitionist Frederick Douglass, delivered on July 5 in honor of the Declaration of Independence’s anniversary. The sunlight that brings your life and healing brings me pain and loss. This Fourth of July belongs to you, not me. You may rejoice, but

In the quiet wisdom of ages past, friendship has always been understood as more than a mere exchange of pleasantries or fleeting alliances. It is not merely an arrangement of convenience but an attitude of the soul through which a profound and enduring relationship takes root and flourishes. Auth

The Trinity is the foundational Christian belief that God is one supreme being who eternally exists as three distinct persons:  The Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit.

Although the exact word "Trinity" is never used in the Bible, the conc

The people of Jammu and Kashmir have always aspired for peace, prosperity, employment, quality education and democratic governance. During the 2024 Assembly elections, the National Conference (NC) sought the people's mandate by making several promises relating to employmen

Every nation has days that transcend the calendar. They become part of a people's identity, reminding each generation of sacrifice, resilience, and the unfinished pursuit of justice. For millions of Kashmiris around the world, July 13 is such a day. 

Ninety-five years after the

Our beloved country, Pakistan, is currently facing a difficult situation; it confronts not only threats at its borders but also conspiracies against internal peace and security. Anti-state elements seek to instigate economic instability and disrupt law and order by weaponizing regi

The history of Iranian civilisation unfolds as one of the grandest tapestries in the story of mankind, spanning more than two thousand five hundred years of recorded glory and endurance. From the sunlit heights of the Achaemenid Empire, founded by Cyrus the Great in 550 BCE, Persia

The Islamabad-based newspaper *The News* reported in its July 10, 2026, edition on the Supreme Court's verdict regarding the case of Shama and Shahzad—a Christian couple who fell victim to religious extremism and were allegedly killed by an enraged mob. According to the newspaper's

Every year the international community gathers to remember the victims of genocide. The ceremonies are solemn, the speeches heartfelt, and the promise familiar: "Never Again." 

On 9 July 2026, the United Nations commemorated the International Day of Reflection and Co

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Jesus equating himself with the Father is primarily found in the Gospel of John, where he uses direct statements, claims divine prerogatives, and utilizes titles reserved for God to assert his co-equality and shared divine nature with the Father.

Direc

In the 1980s, when bilateral cricket between India and Pakistan burned with unmatched intensity, the two nations met not only as rivals on the field but as embodiments of national pride. Series were contested on home soil, featuring five Test matches and a handful of One-Day Intern

To this day 23 years-old Sneha (name changed to respect confidentiality) does not know with certainty how she got infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). No one else in her family carries the virus. The only plausible explanation she offers is that she got it through an in

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According to the Bible, the Trinity—one God eternally existing in three distinct persons: the ther, the Son, and the Holy Spirit—exists because it is the way God has chosen to reveal His nature, plan for creation, and capacity for eternal love.

During the recently partially concluded US-Iran war, Iran and its proxies in Iraq have conducted over 850 missile and drone attacks in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Iran launched thousands of projectiles at Israel and the Gulf states, which received wider international attention. However, the att

Over the past several decades, TB control programmes have made significant progress in expanding diagnosis and treatment services. Success has traditionally been measured by programme indicators, such as detecting 70% of estimated TB cases and successfully treating 8

As the fierce heat of early June descends like a heavy mantle upon the plains of South Asia, it brings with it a trial as ancient as the rivers that carve through these lands. In Pakistan and across the adjacent regions, the sun beats down with unsparing intensity, drying the soil into cracked ea

In the grand ledger of history, it has repeatedly been witnessed that whenever Pakistan, through the boundless mercy of the Almighty, secures a position of respect and dignity among the nations of the world or draws a breath of relief amid its many challenges, the forces of terrorism are swiftly

Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah's mangled corpse was being paraded on the back of an elephant through the alleys and markets of Murshidabad! The purpose was to inform the residents of Murshidabad that Siraj had been killed! Proximity to, distance from, and strategies of power sealed the fate of Bengal

The Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra is not merely a pilgrimage to the sacred cave shrine of Lord Shiva in the Himalayas—it is one of the finest examples of India's unity, resilience, and shared cultural heritage. It reflects the timeless truth that India's greatest strength lies in its diver

In the shifting currents of international affairs, Pakistan has emerged as a beacon of mediation and restraint, a metaphor for peace in a world often fractured by discord. Where once global perceptions painted the nation in hues of suspicion and instability, today a profound t

Only 54 months are left to deliver on the promise of gender equality (SDG-5), and health and wellbeing (SDG-3) by 2030. But the sense of urgency and purpose is acutely missing and instead of going forward, in many instances we are slipping backwards. Growing anti-rights and an

The Arria-Formula Meeting of the United Nations Security Council on “Bridging the Implementation Gap: Security Council Resolutions and the Maintenance of International Peace and Security”, held at UN Headquarters in New York on 23 June 2026, highlighted a fundamental tr

In every era, humanity confronts defining tests that separate right from wrong. Few figures embody this distinction with greater clarity and enduring power than Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). His stand at Karbala transcends sectarian history and sp

There is an old and wise Urdu saying that a single dirty fish can pollute the entire pond. The truth of this proverb has once again been laid bare in the verdant hills and valleys of Azad Kashmir, where generations of peace-loving people have lived in harmony, sharing one another’s joy

The Constitution of Pakistan, under its Articles 20 and 25, guarantees equal rights and religious freedom to all citizens, regardless of religion. The Pakistan that Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah had envisioned in his historic speech on August 11, 1947, was one in which minorities wer

The memorandum of understanding the MoU between USA And Iran signed virtually at France (https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5929356-trump-signs-iran-agreement/ ) has been termed by strategy experts in the USA etc as total surrender by the USA to Iran (https://x.com/SenAlexPadilla/status/

In the grand tapestry of international affairs, where peace prizes have long been the preserve of singular visionaries or dedicated institutions, a remarkable chapter has now been inscribed in the name of an entire nation. On Thursday, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif set his signat

In an era where glowing screens dominate our attention and digital ephemera increasingly replace the permanence of paper, a Pakistani film dares to reclaim the sanctity of the printed word. Vellichor, a 40-minute original literary thriller, arrives as both cinematic meditation and cultural s

There are approximately 2.6 billion Christians worldwide, representing 33% of the global population. Most Christians in Europe, the United States, and the United Kingdom are in majority and enjoy prosperous lives with access to extensive social and economic opportunities. Others live in

As June approaches each year, the atmosphere within Pakistan’s Parliament begins to change. The federal budget, one of the most significant constitutional and political exercises of the state, is laid before the National Assembly for debate and approval. More than a statement of revenues an

Lebanon is once again facing a crucial moment. In March 2026, Hezbollah launched missiles into Israel, thereby opening a new front of the war, following the outbreak of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The fragile political, econ

In a world often divided by politics, geography, and competing interests, there are few forces capable of bringing humanity together on a common platform. Football is one of those rare forces. Known as soccer in some countries, it is far more than a sport. It is a universal language spoken by mil

The progress of nations is seldom measured merely by the laws they enact or the institutions they build. Rather, it is reflected in the character of those entrusted with leadership and in their ability to adapt institutions to the demands of changing times. History bears witness to the fact that

It all started with a road accident in Indian state of Punjab on 25th November 2001 which killed home maker Reshma - a mother of three children. Incidentally, 25th November is also observed globally as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. 

History is often described as the mirror of nations. Within its reflection are preserved the triumphs and tragedies, the wisdom and follies, the achievements and failures of those who came before us. Yet not every image in this mirror is immediately clear. Some reflections are

The U.S. and Israel Need a Concerted Strategy of Support for Both External and Internal Pressure on the Regime, with the Intention of Bringing It Down 

Billboards showing propaganda for the Supreme Leaders of Islamic Republic of Iran, Ruhollah Khomeini and Sayyed Ali Hosseini Khame

The annual report of the United Nations Security Council to the General Assembly is often viewed as a routine institutional document. Yet, hidden within its hundreds of pages are important indicators of the issues that continue to occupy the attention of the international community. The 2025 draf

In the divine wisdom of the Almighty, mankind has been bestowed with comprehensive guidance through the Holy Quran for leading a righteous and harmonious life. Allah has clearly delineated the boundaries of the halal and the haram, unveiling the secrets and codes essential for social ex

A Dangerous Foreign Islamist Network Today Operates Openly in Educational Institutions Across Texas, Propelled by Regime-Aligned Activist Groups and Wealthy Khomeinist Mosques 

A Texas Islamist network working to radicalize Shia Muslim students at educational institutions across th

Among the many pearls of wisdom inherited from previous generations, few are as profound as the saying that a child should be fed with a golden spoon but watched with the eye of a lion. It encapsulates an entire philosophy of parenting in a single sentence. Children deserve love, comfor

In the rugged and resource-rich expanse of Balochistan, a troubling new chapter has unfolded in the long-standing insurgency waged by the Baloch Liberation Army and its affiliates. What was once a campaign marked by sporadic guerrilla strikes has evolved into a calculated exploitation of wom

"How can we allow the tobacco industry to fill its coffers while we the people have to empty our pockets to fend for and suffer all the harms tobacco industry has caused? It is high time to shift the financial burden from people and communities to the tobacco industry for ALL the harms cause

n the days of my childhood, when the world still seemed vast and full of unhurried promise, Sunday stood as a weekly beacon of delight. It was a holiday awaited with the keenest anticipation, the sort that filled the heart with restless joy. Plans for its arrival were laid well in advance, whispe

History bears eloquent testimony to the immutable truth that no enemy—whether marching openly with banners flying or striking from the shadows with deceit—can ever be mastered without the full and harmonious support of every pillar of the state. Should even a single unit falter or wit

This year's Menstrual Hygiene Day as well International Day of Action for Women’s Health is a grim reminder that women's health is far from being a fundamental human right in reality. The writing on the wall is clear: if we are to deliver on the goal of gender equality for all by 20

The Republican People's Party (CHP), the primary secular opposition party in Turkey, is presently embroiled in a significant political and democratic crisis as a result of an unprecedented court ruling on May 21, 2026, that invalidated the political party's leadership elect

At a time when wars, occupations, and geopolitical rivalries threaten to erode the very foundations of international law, the United Nations Security Council’s high-level open debate convened by China as the President of Security Council on May 26, 2026, could not have been m

China’s imports of Iranian oil have fallen sharply since the start of U.S.-Israel operations against the Islamic Republic on February 28, 2026.Shutterstock 

New shipping and energy market data indicate that Iran’s oil sector is facing its most severe disruptio

An important Declaration endorsed by over 1500 experts has called upon Indonesia to ratify the lifesaving global tobacco treaty and hold tobacco and nicotine industries liable. The declaration also calls for implementing several other proven measures to protect its children and people from deadly

At Rewa in the State of Madhya Pradesh in India three Jain nuns (Aryikas) were intentionally mowed down by a car which resulted in the death of two at the spot and one seriously injured and being treated in hospital. Though the government (the Madhya Pradesh government of the BJP of &ls

We are living in an age of ageing with a fast-growing number of older people. Life expectancy has increased significantly over the past years. Japan has nearly 100,000 people aged 100 or older - the highest in the world, with women comprising roug

A remarkable journey through the historic cities of Uzbekistan turned into an unforgettable spiritual, educational, and cultural experience for participants traveling under the auspices of Bayan Islamic Graduate School, a California-based Islamic educational institution committed to cultivating l

No POTUS (President of the US) who takes self-respect of himself and of the USA seriously would have gone to Chia when ahead of his visit China issued redlines for him as to what and what not to talk by him in China as reported at https://www.thedailyjagran.com/world/china-draws-four-red-lines-ah

The common phrase 'good girls take care of family' reflects a deeply ingrained social expectation, often referred to as 'Good Girl Syndrome,' where girls and women are expected to be nurturers, compliant, and prioritise others' needs over their own. This of

U.S. Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit board M/V Blue Star III, a commercial ship suspected of attempting to transit to Iran in violation of the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, April 28, 2026. U.S. forces released the vessel after conducting a search and confirming the ship’s

Despite growing backlash against women’s rights and feminist movements globally, it gives hope to see that world’s largest gathering on gender equality this year – Women Deliver Conference 2026 - was attended by around 6000 people from 189 countries globally. The city that hosts

Kata'ib Sayyid al-Shuhada (KSS), an Iraqi militia that receives support from Tehran, has been officially designated as a terrorist organization by the United States. They are offering a reward of up to $10 million for information regarding its leader, Hashim Finyan Rahim al-Saraji, who is als

The USA Has rejected the proposal of Iran as reported at https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/us-rejects-iran-s-hormuz-offer-says-nuclear-issue-core-concern/ar-AA21Si7O and PrezPutin has assured Russian support to Iran in Hormuz crisis as reported at https://www.bluewin.ch/en/news/international/p

 "Change calls us here to gather, strategise and shift power," so says the theme of Women Deliver Conference 2026, which is purported to be the world's largest global gathering on gender equality and the rights and health of girls, women, and gender diverse peoples this year.

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This refers to the latest post by Prez Trump where he has endorsed the post by a political commentator and went further of calling India a hellhole and Indians as ‘Gangster with lap top” as reported at https://bharatneeti.com/donald-trump-calls-indian-migrants-ga

 High level ministerial delegations from over 100 countries (mostly from the Global South) are expected to converge in Nigeria this June to attend the 5th High Level Ministerial Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) that will be held on the African soil for the first time in history, wit

I am grateful to God for giving me the opportunity to bring the gospel message of international writers with deep theological understanding to Pakistani Christians.

While translating the book under review—a high‑quality work by the intelligent and authoritative author Teena Myers&

Several Radical Figures Continue to Promote Hardline, Anti-American Positions That Undercut Diplomatic Signaling.

Mohammad Baqer Zolghadr, secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, headed the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ irregular warfare division.

Mohamm

The United Nations Security Council Resolution 47, adopted on April 21, 1948, addressed the escalating conflict over Jammu and Kashmir between India and Pakistan following the partition of British India in 1947. The resolution called for an immediate ceasefire, the withdrawal of troops from both

The year 1948 remains a pivotal chapter in international law in South Asian history. While the partition of the subcontinent was meant to settle territorial boundaries between different states, the dispute over the former princely state of Jammu and Kashmir immediately tested the will and effecti

On paper, the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) are Iraqi state-controlled paramilitary forces. However, they have once again gained attention as they have conducted hundreds of drone and missile attacks in Iraq, Kurdistan, and neighboring Gulf states, all of which were directed by their masters

If promises were meant to be broken, Kashmir would stand as their most tragic testament. Few regions in modern history have endured such a relentless pattern of pledges made, solemnly declared before the world, and then quietly abandoned. The story of Kashmir is not merely a territorial dispute&m

This refers to media reports that Pakistan has deployed fighter jets to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (K.S.A.)  its first visible military move under a mutual defense pact between the two countries, as reported at https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/4/11/pakistan-sends-fighter-jets-to-saudi-ar

In the aftermath of a devastating thirty-nine-day U.S.-Israeli campaign that severely degraded Iran's nuclear program and eliminated its leadership , the world faces a fragile two-week ceasefire. While the immediate tactical results of Operation Epic Fury were historic , the lack of a defined

Recently, the Federal Constitutional Court ruled in a case related to the marriage of a Christian girl to a Muslim boy and declared the marriage valid, which has caused great disappointment among Pakistani Christians, who have launched nationwide protests to express their displeasure.  Prote

On Human Rights Day in December 2025, I addressed the topic of Kindness, Compassion, Mercy, and Love to other people as key values in building a society that effectively respects Universal Human Rights. A community which only values Universal Human Rights as a theoretical or a legal concept, rath

Since 1979, Iran has been portrayed as a "revolutionary state" governed by a theocracy; however, it is currently evolving into a military state. The Iranian government, formed post-revolution, is a theocratic system that includes an elected civil administration and military officials; h

The recent case involving Maira Shahbaz, a young Christian girl reportedly subjected to conversion and marriage at a very early age, has raised serious concerns among minority communities and human rights observers. This situation calls for careful reflection, not only within Pakistan but also am

The USA shouldn’t stop Iran war unless the US-Controlled NPOHRFRBSDGO is in place (ii)- This NPOHRFRBSDGO shouldn’t have limitation of its military power and of its capacity to enforce human rights across the world (iii)- Most of the military power of member countries should belong to

Amidst the high decibel organising to mark World TB Day 2026 globally, we got a chance to spend time at TB ground zero: a shelter home for the homeless people in a state  (Delhi) with the highest TB incidence in a country with the highest TB burden worldwide (India).

"I stress

God only knows whether Prez Trump realizes or not the fact  that his capitulation before admittedly militarily powerless country Iran (due to decades of sanctions by the West led by the USA and also as result of 12 days war in June 2025 by the US-Israel against Iran) has deeply wounded the p

FOUNDER OF LEAD MINISTRIES’ OPEN LETTER

To All Believers in Christ—Pastors, Evangelists, Bible Preachers, Church Leaders, Lay Christians, Teachers, Students, Fathers, Mothers, Husbands, Wives, Sons, Daughters, Social Workers, Healthcare Workers, Politicians, Human Rights Adv

On March 26, 2026, Justice Syed Hassan Azhar Rizvi, the head of a two-member bench of the Federal Constitutional Court, while hearing a case regarding the marriage of a 12-year-old Christian girl, Maria Bibi, to Muhammad Shahryar Ahmed, said that according to Sharia, a Muslim man has the right to

Around the world, millions of women and girls are denied equal rights to education, employment, pay, inheritance, land rights - the list is endless. Even by law women have fewer rights than men. Globally, women hold only 64% (which is less than two-thirds) of the legal rights enjoyed by men. In o

 It is customary to warmly welcome overseas guests and extend due respect upon their arrival in the Washington metropolitan area. This time, however, the gathering carried a deeper significance—blending a social reception, a homecoming celebration, and a spiritual assembly into one mea

After two Iranian missiles penetrated air defenses and struck southern Israel on March 21, 2026, one of the Islamic Republic’s remaining senior figures, Speaker of the Parliament Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, said that Israeli skies are defenseless. State-controlled media in Tehran celebrated,

God only knows whether Prez Trump realizes or not the fact  that his capitulation before admittedly militarily powerless country Iran (due to decades of sanctions by the West led by the USA and also as result of 12 days war in June 2025 by the US-Israel against Iran) has deeply wounded the p

Education is the fundamental right of every child and it is the responsibility of the state to provide this right to him. Unfortunately, due to extreme poverty and other socio-economic reasons, a large number of Pakistani Christian children are deprived of this fundamental right.  According

With only 56 months left to end TB globally by 2030, the progress is way off the mark. To end TB, we have to protect people from getting infected with TB bacteria in the first place - and - we have to find all those with TB disease (correct and timely diagnosis), link them to effective and right

Recently, during the ongoing session of the Punjab Provincial Assembly, six Christian MPAs presented a unanimous resolution in which they demanded that the undemocratic procedure for nomination to specific minority seats in parliament be abolished and minorities be given the right to elect their

 The 70th session of the intergovernmental UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) - UN's largest annual forum on gender equality – which began on 9th March 2026, is to conclude on 19th March 2026 at UN Headquarters in New York. This year’s priority theme under discussion

A few days ago, I came across a piece of news regarding Rawalpindi and Islamabad that immediately caught my attention. The news is very unique and hopeful that a joint meeting of various Christian political, social, religious organizations and personalities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad was held wi

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 been more timely.

The current era is an era of globalization in which no country can fulfill its needs alone. It has to depend on other countries for its economic, political, and defense needs. Therefore, all countries, keeping their interests in mind, keep making significant changes in their foreign policy accord

Is there a connect between gender and antimicrobial resistance (AMR)? If you think that infection-causing microbes (virus, bacteria, fungi, parasites) impact all genders the same, be welcome to read on...

Gender is a social construct which defines the roles, behaviours, expressions, and

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 lived experiences

(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 informati

Although Sialkot is a small city in Pakistan, it is famous all over the world for its industry. It is one of the largest cities in Pakistan in terms of Christian population. When Christianity began in this country, the first person to accept the Lord Jesus Christ also belonged to this city. Just

The founder of Pakistan, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, while addressing the first Legislative Assembly on August 11, 1947, had said regarding minorities that no matter what religion, creed, color or race you belong to, the state has no business with it and you will be equal citizens in Pakistan. In the ba

While hearing a case in the Supreme Court on the petition of the Sunni Ittehad Council regarding the unfair distribution of reserved seats, a respected judge remarked whether reserved seats are a lottery system. Whether he asked this as a question or as a joke is a separate debate, but the fact i

The seventieth session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) opened on March 9, 2026, at United Nations Headquarters in New York. Established in 1946 by the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), the Commission remains the world’s foremost intergovern

The sun's fingers on the face of the earth were crying out for the awakening of the day, but when darkness dances in the chambers of the mind, even the sunlight seems so scarce.

.  Darkness.....how many black things circulate in his veins like blood. The black cloak of darkness

Initially, Washington sought assistance from a well-known U.S. ally in the Middle East, the Kurds, to assist in the destabilization of the Iranian regime, which had been subjected to relentless bombardment by the United States and Israel. The Islamic Republic has long been persecuting Iran's

(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 2

During my student days, I had the opportunity to read the concepts of democracy of great political thinkers like Aristotle and Al-Biruni, according to which political parties establish a democratic government through political struggle, which is established by the people and works for the people.

On International Women’s Day, Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF) calls for the urgent need to address gendered attacks faced by women in the media. Irrespective of gender, journalists in Pakistan work under a restrictive environment marred by red lines, threats of and acts of violence. However

It is 1:05 on a Saturday morning and I have just come up from the shelter again. The seventh night. My children are asleep on mattresses we dragged down a week ago and have not bothered to drag back up because there is no point. The sirens come and the sirens stop and the sirens come again, and i

Yesterday, Punjab Provincial Minister for Human Rights and Minority Affairs Ramesh Singh Arora, a day before the completion of one year of the Jaranwala tragedy, tried to send a message to the world through a press conference that minorities are safe in Pakistan and have equal rights. Those who s

In a world often divided by borders, beliefs, and identities, there arise rare souls whose presence becomes a bridge between hearts. Sufi Masood Ahmed Saddiqui Lasani Sarkar  (Late) was one such luminous personality — a spiritual guide, humanitarian servant, and ambassador of peace who

When the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council opened in Geneva on February 23, 2026, the tone set by global leaders was unusually stark. Their warnings were not rhetorical flourishes. They were an alarm about a world in which the very foundations of human rights—carefully

In a landmark judgment delivered on 30th January 2026, the Supreme Court of India declared menstrual health an integral component of individual fundamental rights, making India the only country in the world to constitutionally guarantee menstrual health. This far-reaching judgement linked menstru

Whenever Christians have been subjected to injustice and oppression in Pakistan, whenever their rights have been violated, Christian political and social leaders and organizations have played their best role in raising an effective voice against it.Here, by political leaders I do not mean selecte

In Pakistan, Christians are officially and unofficially called the Christian community, although the definition of community and nation is different, such as Sheikh Malik Jatt, etc., are a community, while in general they are a nation of Muslims. If that is the case, then we are a community, why

This is indeed a historic first when governments come together to draft a legally binding possible treaty to protect the human rights of older persons. The first ever historic Inter Governmental Working Group (IGWG) meeting to protect the rights of older persons was held recently. IGWG was create

On whose hands should I look for my blood? The whole city is wearing gloves: I don't know when, why, where, and in what context this poem was written by a poet, but it seems to me that the spirit of Nazir Masih, who lost his life at the hands of religious fanatics in Sargodha, is crying out a

Psychologists believe that consciousness also remains awake in the subconscious. The emotions a person feels about happiness, sadness, pain, success, and failure are hidden in the recesses of his brain, which often express themselves in the form of dreams. After the Jaranwala tragedy, I was under

After the extrajudicial killing of more than 105 people by religious fanatics, including many very important and valuable personalities like Governor of Punjab, Suleman Taseer, Bishop John Joseph, Shahbaz Bhatti, Federal Minister and Honorable Judge of the High Court, Arif Iqbal Bhatti, dozens of

The United Nations Commission on Human Rights held sixty-two sessions in Geneva until it was replaced in 2006 by the Human Rights Council (HRC). The Human Rights Council is now holding its sixty-first session in Geneva, Switzerland under the presidency of Ambassador Sidharto Reza Suryodipuro of I

After celebrating Independence Day 2023, holding ceremonies in churches and praying for the development and security of the country, we were sleeping peacefully when the sun of August 16, 2023, was rising for us with the worst tragedy in history. Pakistan's vulnerable minorities were forced t

More of the same model would fail us even more on sustainable development goals and targets. With 58 months left to deliver on SDG goals and targets for 2030, the pledge of “leave no one behind” would become even more unfulfilled if we do not make tectonic, transformative, equitable,

According to reports received regarding the unfortunate incident in Sargodha, Nazr Masih, who is accused of reciting the Holy Quran, is undergoing treatment at a local hospital in a critical condition. The concerned police station had registered a case number 24/435 under Sections A 295 A 295 B a

This refers to speech by Secretary of State Marco Rubio at Munich Security Conference 2026 (MSC 2026)  as given at https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2026/02/secretary-of-state-marco-rubio-at-the-munich-security-conference  which is naivette,  oversimplified

Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was appreciative of the services of minorities, especially Christians, in the Pakistan Movement. Wherever he felt political weakness in the freedom struggle, he approached Christian leaders and always found their attitude positive. This was the reason why he was a

Readers who have turned the pages of history are well aware of the fact that in the struggle for independence, Christian political leader Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was a fighter in every frontline, while the minorities who are more important and privileged than Christians today had no sign

Although the overwhelming majority of Muslims were involved in the struggle for the establishment of Pakistan, the second largest force was the Christians, who were smaller in numbers but certainly a strong political unit.It would not be wrong if I said that the establishment of Pakistan would no

"My journey on ending female genital mutilation/cutting did not begin in an office. Instead, my journey began when I knew where the shoe hurts most. So, speaking from a perspective of personal experience and pain, some years back when I was a very young girl, I was subjected to female genita

Protests were held in several major cities of the country including Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Sialkot, Faisalabad and others, over the violent death of Nazir Masih by an angry mob after he was falsely accused of blasphemy in an incident of religious terrorism in Sargodha. The report compiled by

Undoubtedly, the two-nation theory formed the basis of the Pakistan independence movement, but along with it, there were other economic, social, political, and religious reasons. The brief summary of the two-nation theory is that Muslims and Hindus are two separate nations whose religion, civiliz

Every year, February 9 and February 11 are observed in Kashmir and across the Kashmiri diaspora as days of mourning. They mark the executions of two men whose lives and deaths have come to symbolize a much larger tragedy—Muhammad Afzal Guru, hanged on February 9, 2013, and Mohammad Maqbool

Without an examination of the Kurds' role in the region, it is impossible to comprehend the rapidly evolving geopolitical dynamics of the Middle East. It is the distinctive character of Kurdish women that warrants greater attention within this narrative. They have transformed the political la

Pakistan was envisioned as a homeland where citizenship would not be determined by faith. Yet, more than seven decades later, that founding promise remains painfully unrealized for millions of Christians and other religious minorities. For Pakistan’s Christian community, equality exists lar

Accountability is critical when it comes to ensuring that promises made by the governments translate into ground realities “where no one is left behind.” Without robust accountability mechanisms, we risk failing on goals and targets, such as those enshrined in Sustainable Development

Pakistan is a country of followers of different ideologies and religions with millions of followers of different religions and sects. The religion of the vast majority is Islam. The country has faced problems such as religious and sectarian intolerance in every era, This often leads to difficulti

In the February 2 post of Prez Trump four points are highlighted by POTUS  (i)- India agreed to stop buying Russian oil (ii)- India to reduce its tariff & non-tarrif barriers against the USA to Zero (iii)- Indian imports from the USA to go at a higher level of $ 500 billion (which is bou

What’s Going on In The World? I am not alone in wondering what is happening in the world right now and how we will fix the problems. The climate, the traffic issue, the political parties’ unrest, the natural disasters, the wars and threats of war, the demise of the family unit, the in

If one assumes that artificial intelligence (AI) is for the ‘haves’ and not ‘have-nots,' then let us dive deeper into how AI is helping reach the unreached populations with state-of-the-art public health services. Not just Global North, but several countries of the Global So

As the founder of LEAD Ministries and an advocate for child rights, I feel compelled to raise urgent alarm about a disturbing global trend: the forced veiling of young girls, which increasingly targets children at an alarmingly early age. This practice represents a form of ideological coercion th

 Even before 2026 began, we were never on track to deliver on gender equality and human right to health and broader development justice. For example, there has been hardly any decline in gender-based violence perpetrated by intimate partners and others since 2000. Despite promises to end fem

New York: Crimes against humanity represent one of the most serious affronts to human dignity and collective conscience. They embody patterns of widespread or systematic violence directed against civilian populations — including murder, enforced disappearances, torture, persecution, sexual

Summit of sub-national government leaders from over 121 cities of 12 countries in Asia and the Pacific region unitedly passed an important declaration in Jakarta, Indonesia to save lives from preventable causes of diseases and untimely deaths, like tobacco use, TB, antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

It is a bitter reality that the vast majority of Pakistani Christians live in extreme poverty, deprived of the basic necessities of life, health, education, proper housing, food, and employment facilities.

A 2012 survey in Lahore found that the average monthly income of a Christian fami

Ganga Jamuni Tehzeeb is synonymous with the evolution of India’s composite culture, shaped by continuous and organic interaction between Hindus and Muslims over nearly a millennium. Its roots can be traced to the advent of Islam in the 7th century, when cultural contact began and later flou

The Sykes-Picot agreement, which established the contemporary Middle East map following World War I, has led to the Kurds being the world's largest stateless population, as we are all aware. Distributed across four nations in the region—Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Turkey. The Kurds have long

A new report from the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) warns of a historic surge in global Christian persecution, with Nigeria remaining the deadliest country for believers.

The report shows that over 80% of all religion-based killings worldwide in 2024 occurr

In order to MAGA Prez Trump ought to avoid unnecessarily overspending (than necessary)  the financial & military resources of the USA for the mission of  maintaining global peace & order. 

The US President Trump launched the “Board of Peace” (BoP) at i

This written communication draws the attention of the United Nations and its human rights mechanisms to persistent and grave violations in Jammu and Kashmir, which cumulatively raise serious concerns under international human rights law and international criminal law, including the threshold of c

This refers to invitation by Prez Trump to Indian PM Modi to make India a member of “Board of Peace” (in which TRump is its Chairman not as POTUS but in his personal capacity) to oversea peace in Gaza as reported at https://indianexpress.com/article/india/us-president-trump-invites-pm

The recent conviction of three prominent Kashmiri women leaders—Asiya Andrabi, Fahmeeda Sofi, and Nahida Nasreen—by a National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Delhi underscores a disturbing trend in India’s governance of Jammu and Kashmir: the systematic criminalization of p

Open Doors, an international organization that provides protection to vulnerable Christians around the world, released a World Watch List in 2025, identifying 10 countries in which the lives of Christians are at serious risk. Afghanistan is included in this list.  

It is almos

Accepting the Lord Jesus Christ and following His commandments is a difficult and arduous path. Every step of the way is fraught with suffering, persecution, and the fear of death. Although this path is difficult, it leads us to eternal life.

The Lord Jesus Christ had warned the small g

The year 2026 marks an important milestone with only 5 years left for world leaders to deliver on the promise of ending AIDS by 2030 (Sustainable Development Goal 3). With zero new HIV infections and ensuring all people living with HIV are healthy (virally suppressed) and supported we can end AID

The militias associated with the Syrian government are conducting attacks on the Kurdish districts of Sheikh Maqsood, Ashrafiyah, and Beni Zeyd in Aleppo. The violence in Aleppo is the most severe since Syria's Islamist authorities assumed power. The recent outbreak of violence occurred two d

For more than three decades, Kashmir has lived through one of the gravest, yet least acknowledged, human rights crises of our time. Over 150,000 Kashmiris have lost their lives in the past 35 years alone. Between 8,000 and 10,000 people have been forcibly disappeared. More than 2,700 mass graves

Secretary of State Marco Rubio gave the hint that  President Donald Trump  might do U-turn about his initial commitment (given during his speech after arrest of Venezuelan President Maduro by US - Security forces in pursuance to New York Court’s order) to run Venezuela as reported

In the Asian region, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and other countries political parties always use the religion card to increase their popularity and vote bank  while religious extremist political parties gain acceptance among the common people by regularly committing violent acts against min

Christianity and Christmas celebrations have a century-old history in South Asia. From colonial-era churches to missionary schools, Christians have long been woven into the social fabric of both India and Pakistan. Yet Christmas has increasingly become a stress test for religious freedom in the r

Salman Taseer (1944–2011) remains one of the most consequential and polarizing figures in Pakistan’s political history. A scion of the sub-continent’s progressive literary elite, a tycoon who pioneered the country's telecommunications sector, and a combative Governor of the

This refers to the news that the  USA has militarily captured the President Maduro of Venezuela and his wife as reported at https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/01/03/world/trump-united-states-strikes-venezuela .  This capture was necessitated because US laws reportedly require Prez Maduro