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Pakistan celebrates having left behind India’s caste system. However, the truth of the matter is that the classism entrenched in Pakistani society is just as bad as its Eastern neighbor’s. The servant quarter, for instance, ...
Virtual gatherings of Gay Pride groups are adding to the voices of black activists amid the Black Lives Matter movement in the United States. What Gay Pride groups are taking a stand? Sarah Kate Ellis, ...
The death toll of people killed in the Lyari building collapse on Tuesday has reached up to 19 people, with many more injured. Rescue workers have pulled 13 more bodies from the rubble, and state ...
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that New Zealand is to lift all coronavirus restrictions, with the exception of border control, after the country’s health officials declared there were no known and active cases of the ...
Ethiopia has announced that it plans to consolidate the government’s Green Legacy initiative, which initially began in 2019, and embark on a plantation project aimed at 5 billion trees. An official statement on social media ...
Yesterday, geo suspended four drama contracts and one film contract with Khalil ur Rehman Qamar and said that the suspension will only lift if Khalil ur Rehman publicly apologizes for abusing on live television. The ...
Rob Osman from Bristol in the United Kingdom has dealt with depression and anxiety for a really long time. But throughout the difficult times, there was always one thing that helped – walking his dog. ...
Yes, you read it right the renowned Stanford University is finally coming to Pakistan through their annual Spirit of Math contest that is focused on enhancing the mathematical skills of the students along with challenging ...
From its cultural zenith in the days of Akbar, Lahore has remained a major center of knowledge and creativity in South Asia. As a free-spirited city that was home to the Mayo School — among ...
The BJP on Tuesday continued to attack the protests in New Delhi’s Shaheen Bagh. BJP MP Parvesh Verma said that if Shaheen Bagh continued, it will become a Kashmir-like situation in Delhi and “they’ll” enter homes and ...
Coffee has always been an important drink for the people of Canada- this year the coffee extravaganza has gone beyond that and created some evergreen coffee shops. The coffee shops are there to create intimate ...
The on going debate on students solidarity march expresses the crucial need for students to have some form of student representation on campuses-a need that cannot be ignored any longer. Pakistani students maintain that restoration ...
27- December, marks the death anniversary of our former Prime minister and Pakistan’s first lady PM , Benazir Bhutto. It is unfortunate enough to say that it has been twelve years and we still have ...
Indian police in Hydrabad have shot dead four men suspected in the rape and murder of a vet in the region. Last week, the alleged rapists were arrested as they were suspected of a gang ...
Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday mocked his political rival, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari during the inauguration ceremony of the Havelian-Manshera Motorway. Keep up to date with more news at ProperGaanda: Nawaz Sharif to depart for ...
At least 22 civilians died from heavy rainfall and lightning strikes in Thar over 24 hours, not including dozens of animals as well. According to sources, many civilians with injuries have been shifted to different ...
This Saturday, I went to Lahore Eat in anticipation of a food-filled evening, and came back with a full stomach and lots of opinions. The food festival took place over the weekend and lasted three ...
The Karoonjhar mountains are the only mountainous range of the Thar desert. Full of rich land and historical monuments, the region holds symbolic significance to the locals. Recently, it was revealed that increased mining is ...
If you’re living in Canada and wondering how exactly the government works, here’s a step by step guide to everything you need to know so you’re politically informed this Election Cycle. The Canadian Government operates ...
Prime Minister Imran Khan has left for a two day visit to Saudi Arabia before his visit to New York to attend the UN General Assembly session. The PM intends to take up increasingly pressing ...
A powerful truck bomb went off near a hospital in Southern Afghanistan this morning, killing around 20 civilians and wounding 95 others. The Taliban have taken accountability for the attack in Qalat, the capital of ...
Team PG returns with PG reviews stuff by reviewing the satiric magazine ‘The Dependent’ & asking people that is it actually funny?
Four of the robots, which have oval-shaped heads with lights for eyes, have already got down to work and it is hoped that 300 will be put into service by March next year. They scrub, ...
Tomorrow is the day, the big show down between Pakistan and India! No matter who comes out on top, we can expect a high stress match with even higher stakes. Here are six clashes we ...
We spoke to a few people and asked them what #harassment means to them. How do YOU classify harassment?! Do you think sex ed, sexual harassment, body safety and consent should be taught at schools?
How far are you willing to go for your #cat?! Tag a friend who loves his cat this much!
Daenerys Targaryen has had quite the journey in the past seven seasons of Game of Thrones; Emilia Clark’s character went from being Viserys Targaryen’s meek younger sister to the Mother of Dragons and is currently ...
As summers approach Lahore is once again doing the most Lahori thing ever, another food festival! But hey we don’t mind it, because: A) the entertainment starved Lahoris finally have something to do B) who ...
A deadly explosion in a chemical plant in #China has left more than 600 injured.
In this episode of the infotonic series on the MughalEmpire we take a look at Jehangir‘s battle of getting to and regaining the throne.
These visual artists want you to focus your attention on healthy relationships, self-care, and gender equality on the most romantic day of the year. What do we talk about when we talk about love? Often, ...
Here is what PM Imran Khan had to say: Journalists, Politicians and Celebrities expressed deep sorrow following the tragedy:
Yesterday, 10 people died and 13 people were injured in a harrowing van attack in Toronto. A white van rammed through pedestrians along a 4km stretch at a busy intersection in North York, Toronto. The ...
It is the 3rd of April today-a date that should have very little significance in the daily scheme of things. Yet, today, Muslims across Europe and North America fear for their security and lives as ...
As cliché as it sounds, today we live in a global village where virtual connection from anyone living in any part of the world can be made in seconds. Yet, today’s world is more xenophobic ...
Today’s news in digestible bullets; US, allies pushing to place Pakistan on terror-financing watchlist: report, Pakistan Army destroys Indian post in retaliation to cross-border firing, killing 5: ISPR, Any difference between language used by Imran Khan and the ...
My friends have been asking about my visit to Pakistan this past summer. I have been struggling to come up with a concise answer that is both close to reality and true to my heart. What ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: The US urges Pakistan to prosecute Hafiz Saeed, new CCTV footage released in Zainab’s rape and murder case, tourist-friendly countries now being allowed on arrival Pakistani visas, and more! The ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: NA condemns Sheikh Rashid and PTI for cursing parliament, a teenage boy shot dead in family monetary dispute, India successfully test fires nuclear-capable missile, and more! NA condemns Sheikh Rashid and ...
There is something about foreign (read: “western”) air that makes Pakistanis follow all the tiny inconvenient rules with enthusiasm. These range from forming proper queues to obeying traffic rules and regulations. Such tiny ‘inconveniences’, however, ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: Foreign Office’s clarification regarding confiscation of Indian spy’s wife’s shoes, Foreign Office condemns ‘unprovoked ceasefire violation’, Cabinet approves amendments to cybercrime law, and more! Foreign office clarifies that shoes of ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: 3 soldiers martyred across LOC after Indian Forces opened fire, Indian spy thanks Pakistan for arranging a meeting with family, Hafiz Saeed opens MML office in NA-120, and more! ISPR confirms ...
Today’s daily news in digestible bullets covering; 3 FC personnel martyred, Rabbani responds to Pence, Nawaz reluctant to name Shahbaz as party’s PM candidate and more Daily News 1 3 FC personnel martyred in IED ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: Shahrukh Jatoi released on bail in Shahzeb Khan murder case, Interior Ministry opposes MML’s registration as a political party, 12-year-old’s marriage prevented in Sukhur, and more! Shahrukh Jatoi, two accused ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: No evidence found against bloggers accused of blasphemy, Pence warns that Trump has put Pakistan ‘on notice’, cross-border attack in Mohmand agency kills 3 soldiers, and more! No evidence found against ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: Senate approves protection bill for transgender persons, Hindu girl abducted and forcibly converted in Thar, UN votes to reject Trump’s Jerusalem decision, and more! Breaking News: Senate standing committee approves ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: World Bank approves infrastructure loan for Pakistan, PM breaks ground on Hyundai Nishat vehicle assembly plant, UAE denies reports of visa suspension for Pakistanis, and more! World Bank approves 825 m ...
Today’s Digestible News covers; Trump’s first foreign policy, COAS briefing to the senate, more civilians dead in Kashmir, iPhone account hacking gang busted in Karachi and more Daily News 1 Pakistan rejects unfounded allegations made ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: Janjua accuses the US of stirring unrest in South Asia, Sindh officials in trouble, US vetoes UN decision on Jerusalem, and more! National Security Advisor Janjua accuses the US of ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: Attack on Quetta church kills 9, Taliban attacks police in Afghanistan killing 11, thousands rally in Pakistan to show solidarity with Palestinians, and more! 9 killed, 30 injured in Quetta’s Bethel ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: Tareen resigns from PTI, PIA submits reports regarding Heroin case of 2015, PM pays respects to APS martyrs, and more! Jahangir Tareen resigns as General Secretary of PTI PIA submits ...
Today’s news in digestible bullets covering; Bilawal’s rally in Multan, Hudabiya Case, Imran Khan not out but Jahangir Tareen disqualified, US claims Pakistan can loose control to terrorists and more! Daily News 01 Bilawal promises ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: PM Abbasi comments on lack of OIC solidarity, Ayaz Sadiq deems democratic continuity necessary for country’s institutions, Army declares support for mainstreaming FATA, and more! Prime Minister Abbasi comments on ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: two young army officials martyred in N. Waziristan, PML-N lawmakers submit resignations over inaction regarding Sanaullah, SC presses NAB on grounds of what merits reopening Hudabiya case, and more! Second ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: Terror attack in New York injures 4, Peshawar ATI attack suspects arrested, Jamaat-i-Islami marches towards Islamabad, and more! News Alert: Terror bomber strikes New York subway; 4 hurt Terrorists linked ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: Civil society calls for the recovery of Raza Mahmood Khan, Indian forces using chemical weapons in IHK, Pakistan protests against Trump calling Jerusalem Israel’s capital, and more! Find Raza! Civil Society ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: Massive fire in KP destroying forests, firing across LOC, Ministry of Information takes steps in accordance with National Action Plan, and more! Massive fire continues to spread in KP’s Shangla ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: Pakistan granting permission to Indian spy’s parents to visit, China warns citizens in Pakistan to be on alert, Security Council criticizes US announcement regarding Jerusalem and more! Pakistan grants permission to ...
Today’s Daily Digestible News covering: Explosive device targeting army kills 6 in N. Waziristan, SC says minority faith groups should feel their rights are secure in Pakistan and more! Explosive device targeting army recruits kills ...
Here is your dose of Daily Digestible News covering PML-N’s contestation of SC’s decision to re-open Hudaibya Paper Mills case, the lynching of a Muslim man in India, developments in Parveen Rehman murder case, and ...
Here is your dose of Daily Digestible News covering Musharraf’s announcement regarding PAI, the president’s meeting with CII member, Sindh Ranger’s interception of suicide bombers and much more! Musharraf to head an alliance of 23 ...
Here’s your daily dose of Digestible News covering: Farooq Sattar resignation stint, QUA students end protests, Germanwatch Report, FIR registered against TLY leader Khadim Rizvi and more! Farooq Sattar Back as MQM chief after brief ...
Here’s your daily dose of Digestible News covering: bus accident in Chakwal, consolidation of the MQM and PSP, Trump holds talks in China and more! Bus falls in ravine near Chakwal killing 24, injuring 67 ...
Here’s your daily dose of Digestible News covering: mild earthquake in Quetta, assurance from the US that no group will attack Pakistan from Afghan soil, Pak-Iran agreement to enhance security and intelligence sharing, and more! Quetta ...
Here is your daily dose of Digestible News covering Gen Bajwa’s meeting with Iran’s president, ‘Paradise Papers’, Pakistan’s chance of regional peace talks with India using US as a mediator and more! General Bajwa ...
Here is your daily dose of Digestible News covering the arrest of the suspect for spreading a bomb scare, Texas church shooting, case against Hamid Mir and more! Suspect arrested for spreading bomb scare in ...
Here is your daily dose of Digestible News covering the Foreign Minister’s take on Martial Law, Ishaq Dar’s hospitalization, investigation into the unmarked graves in Kashmir, and much more! Missile from Yemen intercepted near Riyadh ...
Every October, around Halloween, my cravings for chocolate-covered almonds intensify immensely. They happen to be an integral part of my childhood memory growing up as a Pakistani in Canada. Chili Mili (yes I haven’t forgotten ...
Here’s your daily dose of Digestible News covering the reopening of Intra-Kashmir trade, new appointment of Council of Islamic Ideology chairman, excerpts from Osama bin Laden’s daughter’s journal, and much more! Following a 4 month ...
Here’s your daily dose of Digestible News covering the death of Dina Wadia, JI’s criticism of co-education in KPK, Nawaz Sharif’s return to Pakistan, and much more! Dina Wadia, Jinnah’s only child passes away in ...
Here is your daily dose of Digestible News covering CIA’s release of materials seized in the 2011 Bin Laden raid, Khawaja Asif’s speech, PPP’s lashing out at NAB, and much more! CIA releases a new ...
Here is your daily dose of Digestible News covering Shahbaz Sharif Candidacy, New York terrorist attack, Abbasi’s trip to London, PIA forgetting coffins in New York and much more! Shahbaz Sharif chosen as the PM ...
Here is your daily dose of Digestible News covering Ahsan Iqbal’s FB post, Qandeel Baloch’s murder case trial, Bilawal’s interview and more! Ahsan Iqbal states that hidden forces are pushing Pakistan towards democratic instability ...
Here is your daily dose of Digestible News covering Pakistan’s T20 win, Sexual Harassment at Islamabad Club, Fatwa for playing loud music, Modi Lashes out and more! Pakistan wins final T20 against Sri Lanka ...
Nisar defends PML-N against “rumors” of forward block once again Ex Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar addressed a group in Kallar Syedan recently- once again, defending PML-N against accusations about a forward block in the political ...
Train blast near Bolan injures six On Friday morning, the Lahore-bound Akber Bugti Express was targeted near Bolan’s Hirak area via a remote-controlled device- injuring at least six passengers and damaging the train’s compartment number nine. ...
ECP drops contempt petitions against PTI chief, Imran Khan Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaaf (PTI) chief, Imran Khan, appeared before the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) nearly two weeks after the issuance of non-bailable arrest warrants against him ...
Afghan President says yes to trip to Pakistan Afghan President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani is planning to visit Pakistan after getting an invitation from the Pakistan Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa. This goodwill gesture took place ...
Terrorism list by Intelligence Bureau impacts lawmakers Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Friday met the director general of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), the law minister along with several members of parliament allegedly investigated by ...
Pakistani boy’s visual presentation of ‘electric honeycomb’ receives international praise A 17-year-old Pakistani boy Muhammad Shaheer Nazir received international praise for his visualisation of a phenomenon called electric honeycomb that can help engineers develop technology ...
Pakistani tycoon takes investors heli skiing to prove Pakistan is safe In the northern snow-capped peaks of Pakistan, Zia Chishti disembarked off a helicopter and skied downhill on a mission to convince investors, clients ...
US top general says Pakistani spy agency connected to terrorism The Chairman of US Joint Chiefs of Staff has accused Pakistan’s main intelligence agency, Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) directorate, of having ties with terrorists. Joseph Dunford ...
Pakistan scores a 55.6 under SDGs’ Global Index: UN Report According to July 2017’s United Nations Report on Sustainable Development Goals, Pakistan placed 122nd out of 157 countries and scored a 55.6 under SDGs’ global index- faring ...
Contrary to expectation, Nawaz Sharif is not indicted Ousted prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Monday left the accountability court without being indicted in three graft cases prepared by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) against him ...
Nawaz Sharif set to return as PML-N supremo on October 3 The Pakistan Muslim League- Nawaz (PML-N) has convened a meeting of its general council on Oct 2 and 3 to formally begin the process ...
Female truck drivers break cultural norms in coal mines of Thar Pakistani women are challenging cultural barriers set by men as they overcome poverty working as female truck drivers in the largest open-pit coal mine ...
Suspected Islamic State terrorist arrested in Karachi A case has been lodged against Daesh (Islamic State) activist Khalilul Rehman who was arrested from Karachi’s Cantt area on charges of propagating hate and recruiting for terrorist ...
India admits ceasefire violations in ”Operation Arjun” India’s Border Security Force used targeted firepower on farms and residences of Pakistan’s serving and former army officers near the border, resulting in Pakistan suing for peace, the Times of India reported ...
Arrest warrants issued for EX-PM Nawaz Sharif’s children Minutes after former Pakistan prime minister appeared before the National Accountability Bureau on Tuesday, bailable arrest warrants were issued for his children Hassan, Hussain, and Maryam, and ...
Pakistan accuses India for using photo mix-up to ‘divert attention’ from occupied Kashmir On Saturday Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN Maleeha Lodhi presented a photo of a victim during a fiery speech in the ...
Maleeha Lodhi draws flak for showing Gaza photo as “face of Indian democracy” Pakistan’s Permanent Representative at the United Nations Maleeha Lodhi drew flak on Sunday for brandishing a wrong picture — that of ...
China snubs Pakistan at UN: You are on your own in fight with India over Kashmir China on Friday reiterated its stand that the Kashmir issue was for India and Pakistan to solve bilaterally, declining ...
Pakistan PM tells UN won’t be scapegoat for Afghanistan bloodshed Pakistani Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi told the United Nations on Thursday that Pakistan would not be a “scapegoat” for Afghanistan’s bloodshed or to ...
PM Abbasi says U.S. relationship not defined by Afghanistan; nukes safe While speaking at the Council on Foriegn Relations (CFR) think tank on Wednesday, PM Abbasi said Pakistan’s relationship to the US is not defined ...
Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Meets with Mike Pence The meeting was held on the sidelines of the 72nd UNGA session in New York. Both agreed to work together to continue the bilateral relationship of the countries ...
Responding to a sarcastic letter sent to the ‘oh so fortunate’ Uncle Sam, by the labelled obscene local writer Manto, about how everything in Pakistan is Uncle Sam’s fault. As part of an assignment I ...
A Two Part Account From Lahore Part One: A Brief Introduction (and a few warnings) Author’s Note: This part of the article is meant to be quite comical. So laugh out loud once in a while, I’d ...
Hi, I’m Tommy. You know, “Tommy”. From “Humara kuta Kuta, aur tumhara kuta Tommy”. I am what every dog dreams to be – I am a rich man’s dog. I am not like you regular ...
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