Akhuwat College Kasur is a free residential college for boys in Lahore. Currently around 60 acres with aspirations to attain university status. The charter application is underway, and while we presently offer education programs from 8th to 10th grade for local underprivileged youth, plans are in place for higher-level programs. In the junior section, students…
Dr Amjad Saqib founded Akhuwat in 2001, transitioning from a historical and philosophical discourse to a practical approach to poverty alleviation. Previously serving in Pakistan’s Civil Services and witnessing the devastating effects of poverty as the General Manager of the Punjab Rural Support Program (PRSP), Dr Saqib was compelled to dedicate his life to helping…
Ikram Sehgal I want to start with Pakistan’s location as geography plays an important role in the development process. We cannot choose our neighbours. We are unfortunate; we have India on one side and one of the most ungrateful nations on this Earth on the other side, Afghanistan, our policy on Afghanistan is incalculable and,…
Ikram Sehgal I will begin by addressing our membership in the World Economic Forum. If you examine the crucible of this forum, you can discern the dynamics of the relationship between Pakistan and India. In one instance, there were nearly 100 prominent Indian businessmen present, while we had about five representatives from Pakistan. This setting…
Established in 1860 and named after Sir Henry Lawrence, the Lawrence College Ghora Gali (LCGG) stands as the oldest residential institution of its kind in Pakistan. Nestled in the serene town of Murree, this prestigious institution is situated amidst the breathtaking Himalayan foothills, perched at an elevation of approximately 1950 meters (6397 feet) above sea…
Ikram Sehgal:I would like to share my thoughts on this topic of immense importance, foreign policy and security policy. Huma Baqai introduced the topic by saying, “Pakistan is located in a difficult neighbourhood and the kind of geography that we have had to tackle, which some call a blessing and others now say is baggage….
Population census plays an important role in the effective planning and administration of people living in a country. From the electoral process to resource distribution – every decision depends on the headcount. It helps to improve people’s living standards and take measures to bring the masses out of poverty. For the equal distribution of resources…
The Institute of Regional Studies (IRS) in Islamabad held a distinguished book launch event to commemorate the release of Professor Dr. Huma Baqai’s latest work, entitled ‘Collected Works on Foreign Affairs and Security Policy,’ on September 28, 2023. The event, meticulously orchestrated by the IRS team, with special acknowledgement to Reema Shaukat, set the stage…
Huma Baqai’s Collected Works on Foreign Affairs and Security Policy is a notable collection of scholarly writings that look into the complicated sphere of international relations. It spans Asia, South Asia, North America, and the Middle East, encasing a broad spectrum of vital geopolitical and local concerns. In essence, the book is a compilation of…
Education is the cornerstone of societal evolution and progress, holding a pivotal role when it is pursued with a clear purpose and objective. Nations can break free from the shadows of ignorance when they prioritize unbiased educational progress for all genders. It is a well-established fact that nations flourish when educated mothers raise their children,…
