Humans often ask themselves, “Who am I?” But perhaps a more significant question is, “What am I becoming today, and what do I aspire to be tomorrow?” Many of us view our identity as a fixed reality, as if it were carved in stone. In truth, however, a person’s personality, thoughts, character, and identity are…
LAHORE : The ninth meeting of the current session of Halqa Arbab-e-Zauq Lahore was held at the Pak Tea House under the presidency of Saima Iram. Joint Secretary Shahzad Faramosh presented the proceedings of the previous meeting. Following this, Ruqayya Akbar presented her poem, “Kanch Ki Gudiya” (The Glass Doll), for critical review. Offering her…
Understanding Cultural Festivals in Pakistan Understanding cultural festivals in Pakistan requires looking past the vibrant colors to see them as the heartbeat of the nation’s diverse identity. These celebrations are a beautiful blend of Islamic traditions, ancient seasonal harvests, and deep-rooted regional folklore that vary uniquely from the coast of Sindh to the peaks of…
In every constitutional democracy, the legitimacy of legislation depends not only on the will of the majority but also on strict adherence to the Constitution, parliamentary rules, and the rule of law. No legislature, regardless of its numerical strength, is above the Constitution. When the legislative process itself is alleged to have violated constitutional and…
MUZAFFARABAD: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has officially released the list of its party ticket holders (“Jiyala” candidates) for the upcoming 2026 Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly elections. The party leadership has finalized names across multiple key constituencies, including Mirpur, Kotli, Bagh, Poonch, Sudhnoti, Muzaffarabad, and the reserved seats for Kashmiri refugees residing…
