Though Karbala is part of Islamic history, its moral universe transcends religion. For countless Hindus in India, Pakistan and across the world, Imam Hussain represents the ideal of Dharma Yudh — a righteous war against falsehood, much like Rama’s war against Ravana, or Arjuna’s role in the battle of Kurukshetra under the guidance of Lord…
The tragedy of Karbala, which unfolded on the 10th of Muharram in 680 AD (61 AH), is a watershed moment in Islamic history. It commemorates the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain ibn Ali (RA), the beloved grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), and his companions who stood against tyranny, injustice, and authoritarianism. While Karbala physically…
ISLAMABAD (PNP) — The National Assembly Secretariat has issued a public warning against a fake recruitment advertisement currently circulating on social media platforms. According to an official press release issued by the Directorate General of Media, the advertisement falsely claims to offer employment opportunities within the Secretariat. In a strong statement of denial, the Secretariat…
“My Thoughts on Taiwan’s Reunification with the Chinese Motherland”, an article published in Pakistani newspapers by H.E. Zhao Shiren, Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lahore, offers a lucid and compelling argument on one of the most sensitive geopolitical issues of our time. In an age of contested narratives and polarizing rhetoric,…
ISLAMABAD — The ongoing budget debate in National Assembly of Pakistan has become a focal point for political tensions, highlighting deep divisions within the ruling coalition and raising concerns about the country’s fiscal health. Lawmakers have expressed strong reservations over the proposed federal budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, which stands at Rs17.573 trillion—a 7%…
The latest escalation in hostilities in the form of Iran-Israel airstrikes has sent geopolitical shockwaves throughout the Middle East and beyond. While the focal point of this clash remains the contested landscapes of the Levant and Persian Gulf, the ripples have reached South Asia—particularly Pakistan. As a key player in the Islamic world and a…
The long-simmering debate over India’s Cold Start Doctrine (CSD) has received a fresh, timely, and incisive treatment by Air Vice Marshal Faaiz Amir (Retd) in his article published in The Friday Times titled “India’s Air-Led Cold Start Doctrine: Setbacks And Strategic Challenges.” Amir’s comprehensive article is not just an account of India’s military doctrine—it is…
ISLAMABAD (Sabahuddin Qazi): In the wake of the recent India-Pakistan conflict, a critical examination of the role of misinformation reveals a concerted effort by Indian media outlets to distort narratives and undermine Pakistan’s position. The Washington Post, in its recent report, highlights how Indian news channels rapidly disseminated unverified and fabricated reports during heightened tensions,…
Islamabad (PNP Special – Sabahuddin Qazi): On May 7, 2025, the skies over the volatile India-Pakistan border lit up in one of the most intense aerial clash in recent South Asian history. More than 120 aircraft were reportedly involved in a multi-hour dogfight that led to the downing of multiple Indian jets, including three Dassault…
Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif, the three-time elected Prime Minister of Pakistan, has played a critical role in attempting to ease hostilities and promote people-to-people contact between India and Pakistan. The history of India-Pakistan relations is fraught with wars, mistrust, and border tensions that have persisted since the traumatic partition of British India in 1947. Against…
