Friday, February 13, 2026

A Society Online, A Community Offline

Walking through university campuses, classrooms, and public spaces, one notices a paradox of modern life: people are surrounded by others, yet deeply absorbed in their screens. As an M-Phil scholar of Media and Development at the University of the Punjab, with an academic foundation from NUML, I have studied how media shapes social behavior and community life. What is...

The End of The Narrative

History repeats itself. The most popular and powerful Sardar, Nawab Akbar Bugti, was killed due to several charges by the establishment. One of the most serious charges against Akbar Khan Bugti was that he did not want to serve his nation, but rather prioritize his tribe and maintain his tribal kingdom. They killed and finished the kingdom of Nawab...

Liberland and Human Rights Council of Pakistan Sign MoU on Education

A landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the University of Liberland (UoL) and Ascendria University (AU) during the "Democracy and Human Rights: The Guiding Vision of Quaid-i-Azam" event, organized by the Human Rights Council of Pakistan at Islamabad University. The agreement, signed by H.E. Faisal Butt, Ambassador at Large of the Republic of Liberland to Pakistan and Nepal,...

The Power of Two: Meet the Dias Twins, Rachel and Troy

The Power of Two: Meet the Dias Twins, Rachel and Troy
In a world searching for hope and innovation, ten-year-old twins Rachel Jasmina Dias and Troy Jose Dias are proving that impact has no age limit. Rooted in a multicultural upbringing spanning the UAE and Goa, India, these siblings have emerged as a powerhouse duo, blending literacy advocacy, environmental stewardship, and athletic excellence to inspire a global audience. Rachel Jasmina Dias:...

Survival to Service: The Extraordinary Journey of Dr. Deepak Ramesh Gaur

Survival to Service: The Extraordinary Journey of Dr. Deepak Ramesh Gaur
The question “Why me?” often arises from the depths of despair. For Dr. Deepak Ramesh Gaur, it is a question that has defined the chapters of a life marked by unimaginable trials and a relentless spirit of service. Today known across the globe as the “Tree Man of India,” Dr. Gaur’s story is not one of mere survival, but...

PVRA & PM of Liberland Sign Historic MoU to Advance Digital Governance and Blockchain Innovation

PVRA & PM of Liberland Sign Historic MoU to Advance Digital Governance and Blockchain Innovation
ISLAMABAD — In a milestone moment for global digital cooperation, the Government of Pakistan and the Republic of Liberland have formally entered into a ground-breaking partnership aimed at advancing virtual asset regulation and blockchain innovation. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in Islamabad between the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) and a delegation from Liberland led by...

Pakistani Scholars Coalition to End Death Penalty, Blasphemy Law Abuse

In a landmark initiative, prominent Islamic scholars and leaders from across Pakistan have come together to form a coalition advocating for the abolition of the deat
Lahore: In a landmark initiative, prominent Islamic scholars and leaders from across Pakistan have come together to form a coalition advocating for the abolition of the death penalty and the prevention of the misuse of blasphemy laws. The coalition seeks to promote justice, peace, and human rights while fostering inter-sect harmony and protecting vulnerable communities. The coalition brings together leading...

Dr. Rajnandini: The Global Voice of Indian Classical Wisdom and Holistic Healing

Dr. Rajnandini: The Global Voice of Indian Classical Wisdom and Holistic Healing
Dr. Rajnandini is a distinguished Indian classical vocalist, scholar, and inspiring cultural figure renowned for her profoundly meditative voice and spiritually infused performances. Born in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, in 1986, her unique artistic path was shaped by a rich cultural inheritance. Her mother, a classical singer, and her maternal grandfather, a practitioner of Sufi music, laid the foundational influences...

WFFA Celebrates 7th Edition in Dubai, Fusing Art, Diplomacy & Glamour

WFFA Celebrates 7th Edition in Dubai, Fusing Art, Diplomacy & Glamour
DUBAI: The World Fashion Festival Awards (WFFA) returned for its highly anticipated seventh season at the Almas Conference Centre, solidifying its status as a premier international platform for fashion, art, design, and cultural diplomacy. Held under the theme “Art Meets the World,” the event transformed the vibrant heart of Dubai into a global crossroads of innovation and creativity. Founded by...

Quayyum Raja Writes to Thank HRC-Pakistan (Punjab), Organizer Rana Ali Zohaib and Participants

Quayyum Raja Writes to Thank HRC-Pakistan (Punjab), Organizer Rana Ali Zohaib and Participants
I am writing to thank the HRC-Pakistan Punjab Chapter, specially the organizer of this event Rana Ali Zohaib for holding a conference on 27 of October in order to express solidarity with the people of Jammu Kashmir. Listening to the Pakistani speakers from various social, cultural and political school of thoughts, I think it is imperative to hold similar...