If 2020 was termed the year of unimaginable losses as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, then 2021 must be considered a year of hope…
Lahore has been at the top of the list of the world’s most polluted cities over the past few weeks. The number of patients suffering from heart issues, chest infections etc is increasing day by day.
A few days ago, someone forwarded a video clip to me on WhatsApp in which an analyst was terming the current system of government the root of the country’s problems….
On Friday (December 10), World Human Rights Day was observed throughout the globe with a commitment to protect the rights of every human.
On November 24, a delegation of international pilgrims led by Shri Guru Maharaj from Anandpur Sahid, India landed at Peshawar Airport to visit the samadhi (shrine) of Shri Param Hans Ji Maharaj…
The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is marked every year on November 25.
The Sultanate of Oman celebrated its 51st National Day on November 18. This date marks the country’s independence from Portuguese imperialism in 1650….
November 8 of this current year could be considered a much-needed achievement for the patriotic non-Muslim minority community due to the fact that Pakistani Hindu community, after a long peaceful struggle,
The world, including Pakistan, celebrated Diwali yesterday (Nov 4). On this auspicious occasion, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to everyone.
The Sindh High Court (SHC) has issued a written order in response to a petition filed against the ban on cryptocurrency largely used for online transactions.
Pakistan is a country with rich historical and cultural heritage. Numerous beautiful sites across the country not only remind us of our glorious past but also promote the golden principles of tolerance, harmony and co-existence.
It is a fact that during the British rule and even after Independence, no beautiful and magnificent building like the Mohatta Palace has been built in the country so far.
Exactly 20 years ago, on October 7, the world’s only superpower, the US, along with its global allies, launched massive air strikes on the war-torn country of Afghanistan.
The issue of religious conversions in Pakistan is becoming more complex day by day. As soon as I became part of parliament in 2002…
Every year the national day of Saudi Arabia is celebrated on September 23 with great enthusiasm throughout the country.
On the occasion of the joint sitting of parliament, a large number of journalists were gathered outside Parliament House recording a protest against the decision of establishing the Pakistan Media Regulatory Authority (PMDA)
Twenty years ago, the tragic attacks of 9/11 resulted in changing the world’s dynamics. However, on the occasion of its 20th anniversary…
I am currently in Washington DC, where I have meetings with various local personalities, including the overseas Pakistani community.
I am currently visiting the American city of Chicago, which is considered one of the best modern major cities in the United States.
I have returned to Islamabad after a successful visit to the Bhong Sharif area of Rahim Yar Khan where I was invited as a special guest to attend a ceremony for the restoration of the Ganesh Temple.
Exactly two years ago, the Modi government abolished Articles 370 and 35A of the Indian constitution to remove the special status of Indian Occupied Kashmir.
A highly condemnable incident took place in Tharparkar, causing a wave of anger and outrage among peace-loving citizens across the country.
I have returned to Islamabad after attending the International Conference on ‘Central and South Asia: Regional Connectivity.
I am currently in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, to participate in the International Conference on ‘Central and South Asia….
According to Hindu teachings, the rotation of planets and position of stars in the astronomical universe have a strong impact on our lives and destinies. Whenever a person is in difficulty…
The recent drone attacks in Occupied Kashmir could be termed reminiscent of the Pulwama attacks, when a failed attempt was made, a few years ago…
Iran is one of the few countries where the international community keeps a close eye on the presidential elections, and even before the election results, speculations about the priorities and policies of the new prospective Iranian leadership start in the media.
The G7 summit of the world’s most powerful economies and democracies was recently held in Cornwall, Britain.
The rapid withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan is currently in process. The Biden Administration has set the deadline of September 11 this year, which will also be marked as the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.
June 3, 1947 holds importance for the success of the Pakistan Movement, led by Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah to achieve a separate and sovereign state of Pakistan.
The violence in the Palestine region has led to a ceasefire. However, it is a temporary solution, and tensions in the Middle East could flare up again at any time.
Barbaric attacks on the Gaza Strip have once again highlighted the Palestinian issue across the globe. Dozens of innocent Palestinians have lost…
It was January in 1993 when Mamata Banerjee, a female minister from the Indian state of West Bengal, staged a sit-in outside the chamber of then chief minister, Jyoti Basu…
The first 100 days are considered to be very significant for every newly elected government. In these initial days, governments used to devise policies in order to fulfil…
India is currently facing a critical period where the spread of the pandemic has resulted in a huge loss of precious lives. On a daily basis, hundreds of people are testing positive. Sadly, one death every four minutes is being reported only in Delhi.
Today, two weeks have passed since my beloved older brother Dr Prem Kumar Vankwani left us. In this critical time, the tense situation in the country has saddened me more.
Last Friday on April 9, I was busy in my routine socio-political engagements when I received a phone call from my brother residing in Hyderabad.
Every year on April 8, the birthday of Siddhartha Gautama Buddha has been celebrated throughout Japan.
Two and a half thousand years ago, the great philosopher of ancient Taxila belonging to present-day Pakistan, Kautilya Chanakya had stated that the enemy of my enemy is my friend.
On the occasion of Pakistan Day Parade, our political and military leaderships could be seen together with a commitment to protect and defend our beloved country.
Forgiveness has been given special significance in the teachings of every religion. According to the Holy Quran…
March 12 is a very significant day in the national history of Africa’s most beautiful island Mauritius, due to two major events.
Last year, on the first anniversary celebrated by Pakistani nation to acknowledge the professional response by the PAF on February 27, 2019….
Recently, an informative article appeared on the Urdu version of the UK’s most renowned journal, ‘The Independent’, highlighting some historical facts about the Ramkot Fort…..
The US has finally decided to rejoin the UN Human Rights Council, one of the most important and significant international forums under the United Nations.
The Canadian embassy in China has issued a formal apology after some diplomats were found ordering controversial T-shirts displaying the stylized alphabet ‘W’
Two major problems non-Muslim minority communities in Pakistan face are directly linked to religious conversion and encroachment of holy sites of worship.
Kamala Devi Harris has added a new chapter to the 230-year history of the US presidential system by winning the recent US elections and taking oath as the first-ever female vice-president of the United States.
The Pakistan Hindu Council, while ensuring preparations to organize the annual combined marriages ceremony for deserving Hindu couples…
The year 2021 dawned with a ray of hope for the minority Hindu community of Pakistan.
December 30, 2020 was a sad day for the patriotic Pakistani Hindu community because a violent mob succeeded in attacking the Teri Temple and…
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