An article by the Guardian titled, “A quiet revolution: the female imams taking over an LA mosque,” tells the story of a female Imam named Noor. The article also notes how practicing the female imamat is a rare and controversial practice in Islam.
EAG recently published a comprehensive 20-page report that discusses Pakistan’s misallocation of resources and economic consequences. It also highlights the elements that led to the current economic situation in Pakistan and policy actions for it.
Upper House of Pakistan’s Parliament recently passed the Protection of Journalists and Media Professionals Bill 2021. Calling it a welcoming development, the IFJ urged the government to ensure the effectiveness and the proper implementation of the bill.
The disturbing video shows a mob of lawyers flocking towards Ms Parveen. She tried to save herself by going into a room however, the lawyers barged in. Throughout the incident, Ms Parveen continued to scream as the lawyers assaulted her and her brother.
The project would have Pakistan’s first 5 Star international hotel chain, luxury apartments, designer offices, shopping malls featuring international brands, a theme park, a stunning waterfront promenade, and Punjab’s largest skyscraper.
Former Director-General of ISI Lt-Faiz Hameed officially took charge as the Corps Commander of Peshawar. With Lt Gen Faiz Hameed serving as the Corps Commander, chances of him becoming the next Chief of Army Staff (COAS) look even more promising.
Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman received the Vir Chakra award for showing bravery while supposedly shooting down a Pakistani F-16 during the Balakot Airstrike of 2019. Meanwhile, Twitteratis are recalling how Abhinandan was captured by Pakistan.
Fawad Chaudhry said that the conclusion of the Asma Jahangir conference with PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif's speech is "a contempt of judges and judiciary". Interestingly, during Nawaz Sharif’s speech, the Internet was blocked for two hours before the closing session.
An audio clip allegedly featuring former Chief Justice of Pakistan Saqib Nisar was leaked in which a man could be heard saying that in order to make space for Imran Khan in politics, Nawaz Sharif and his daughter Maryam Nawaz would have to be punished.
Amid a series of heated Twitter exchanges, Minister of Energy Hammad Azhar recently challenged leading anchorperson Shahzeb Khanzada to a debate on gas issues. He also demanded that independent and neutral experts on the matter moderate the debate.
Lahore High Court (LHC) ordered traffic authorities to impose a heavy on commuters for violating the one-way rule. According to the new order, commuters violating the one-way rule will have to pay a huge amount of Rs. 2000.
According to Indian media, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval told his UK counterpart that the Indian government takes strong exception to the UK allowing a referendum on affairs of a third country by weaponizing a minuscule section of the Indian diaspora.
