When he learnt about his nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize for 2022, Dr. Amjad Saqib said he had never been motivated by awards, but hoped the news could present a good image of his country. Humble to the core, Dr. Amjad Saqib is a renowned philanthropist and the founder of Akhuwat Islamic Microfinance (AIM),…
“Conflict is drama, and how people deal with conflict shows you the kind of people they are.” Stephen Moyer The current Israeli-Hamas crisis is making the headlines, but a side show is also playing in the Red Sea area. Yemeni militant group Ansarullah (Friends of God) also known as Houthis is attacking commercial shipping that has significant negative…
So tell the tale — perhaps they will reflect. [Koran 7:176] Introduction Something is lost when Western thinkers approach Islam as they seem to see the religion in historical and cultural terms, obscuring Islam’s own internal logic and its true beauty and spirituality. This clearly written introduction to Islam changes that, vividly explaining the Islamic…
The season of elections is again around us – or is it? As mysteries go, this one not only takes the cake but perhaps the whole bakery! After a lot of smoke and mirrors – the date is set, the contestants are ready and the Election Commission of Pakistan is in action! Pun intended. Ah,…
Bomb blasts/IEDs One person was killed while another injured in a bomb blast that occurred near Azam Warsak area of Sararogha tehsil (revenue unit) in South Waziristan on December 26, reports ARY News. According to the Police, the bomb – planted on a roadside – exploded when two brothers were traveling on a motorbike crossed the road. At…
India’s high ranking in dairy production internationally has made it one of the leading countries for dairy production to be an essential part of their economic development. The central theme of the book Mother Cow, Mother India has highlighted the growing importance of New Delhi in the international dairy markets, where it has become a…
Context As Israel continues its military campaign and air bombardments on the Gaza Strip and retaliates against Palestinians for the October 7 Hamas ambush, fears are mounting the conflict was widening to include Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, and beyond. According to media reports, to date close to 26,000 Palestinians have been killed and 65,000 wounded. For…
Dr Saqib, chairperson of Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and the founder of Akhuwat, leads the first-ever interest-free microfinance program operating from mosques and churches, acclaimed internationally for its innovative model. Demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity, especially towards disadvantaged women and religious minorities, he prioritizes female applicants and fosters inter-faith collaboration through various places of…
Pakistan is all set for the upcoming elections on Feb 8th 2024. All political parties are working towards development of their manifestoes and the promises they undertake in front of the people of Pakistan. One key area that needs utmost attention since the creation of Pakistan is good governance. Good governance is the vital ingredient…
If Pakistan fails to formulate a clear policy regarding Afghan refugees, this predicament could transform into one of our worst nightmares. The people of Pakistan eagerly anticipate electing their genuine representatives who can devise a policy aligned with the sentiments of the common citizens. A policy devoid of a people-centric approach is unlikely to bring…
