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The United Nations has acknowledged the effectiveness of Pakistan’s “extensive” counterterrorism operations, noting that it resulted in disrupting terrorist activities. But worryingly for the region, the report says the ISL has established extensive presence across Afghanistan, with...

Just look at the statements that greeted former Chilean president and torture victim Michelle Bachelet upon her appointment as High Commissioner for Human Rights. But Bachelet, one of the widely respected political figures of the times, who...

Rashida Tlaib’s victory in a Michigan primary has assured her a seat in the U.S. House of Representative since the Democratic candidate is likely to be elected unopposed in November from the state’s 13th congressional district....

1988 was 30 years back.  Since then, 8 elections have been held in Pakistan.  Yet, the core issue of governance, which goes to the heart to the fundamental incompatibility between resources and requirements, remains untouched.  Unattended also is the...

 uly 25 election has given (Pakistan Movement of Justice) victory over two longtime dynasties, Pakistan Peoples Party and Pakistan Muslim League(N).  Imran Khan, cricketer-turned-politician is expected to form new government next week. The PML(N) leader Nsawz Sharif...

Gwadar Port in Balochistan province links CPEC with the Gulf Image Credit: Umargondal /Wikimedia Common Pakistan’s incoming Imran Khan-led government may make all economic agreements with Beijing public as part of efforts to bring transparency and blunt criticism...

Photo Credit Islamic Society of Basking Ridge  Some may be inclined to be skeptical and even dismissive on hearing that a Jewish organization has formed an active body to defend mosques in the US. But this...

The United Nations says it stands by its June 14 human rights report on Kashmir that accuses Indian troops of using excessive and deadly force against civilian protesters and seeks an international investigation. “I will still...

The world has come to know Swat through the extraordinary Malala and how she stood up heroically for girls’ education. It is also well worth taking the time to learn of Swat’s other extraordinary female heroes....

Acknowledging that Imran Khan’s election victory this week represents an opportunity for change in a country – mired in a range of problems – a major American newspaper has said the U.S., China and India should...