Pakistan articles

  • Pakistan and gendered based violence

    Shafaqna Pakistan | by Arsal Mir- In the battle against gender-based violence and discrimination, Pakistan finds itself at a pivotal moment. Disturbing statistics lay bare the extent of violence endured by women, highlighting a prevalent culture of misogyny deeply ingrained in society. Addressing this issue demands not only recognizing past

  • Burden of elitism on Pakistan’s underdogs

    Shafaqna Pakistan | by Akram Zia- With Eidul Fitr on the horizon, Pakistanis are facing a harsh reality: a significant surge in the prices of petrol and electricity. The government has announced a substantial increase of Rs9.66 in petrol prices, bringing it to Rs289.41 per litre. This sudden rise, attributed

  • Heavy rain, lightning in Pakistan kill 24

    Pakistani authorities have reported at least 24 deaths due to heavy rains and lightning strikes across three provinces of the country. The National Disaster Management Authority of Pakistan stated on Sunday, April 14th, that 17 people died as a result of heavy rains, while seven others lost their lives due to lightning strikes. According to […]