President Asif Ali Zardari is recovering well and may be discharged from the hospital within the next few days, according to his physician, Dr. Asim Hussain. Speaking to the media, Dr. Asim said that the president is receiving treatment at a private hospital in Karachi, where he is under the care of infectious disease specialists. Dr. Asim said that the president’s condition is improving, adding that recent blood test reports have also indicated positive signs. “Infectious diseases department experts examine President Asif Zardari three times a day,” he said, adding that shifting him from Nawabshah to Karachi for treatment was…
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Pakistan’s esteemed psychiatrist, Professor Syed Haroon Ahmed, passed away in Karachi on Thursday at the age of 92. Professor Haroon was a pioneer in establishing mental health assistance within the country and actively participated in social and political movements. He was also recognized for his advocacy for human rights, minority rights, and secularism. His contributions to the field of medicine spanned nearly six decades. His funeral prayer will be held after Jumu’ah prayers on Friday, April 4, at Masjid Abu Bakr Siddiq, Bilawal Chorangi. He will be laid to rest at Korangi No. 1.5 Graveyard, Chakra Goth, Korangi Creek, across…
The Partiet Sentrum, a Norwegian political party, has faced criticism for nominating former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan for the Nobel Peace Prize for services related to human rights and democracy—a move that has sparked a wave of controversy in the Scandinavian country. The Norwegian party announced via social media that they, in collaboration with an unnamed individual possessing nomination rights, had put forward the name of the ousted premier, Anadolu Agency reported. “We are pleased to announce on behalf of Partiet Sentrum that in alliance with somebody with the right to nominate, have nominated…
The deadline for the repatriation of undocumented Afghan refugees in Pakistan ended on March 31, 2025, and the government has now commenced their return. According to sources in the Ministry of Interior, the process was delayed due to the Eid ul Fitr holidays, therefore, it could not begin on April 1, but authorities have now launched operations against undocumented Afghan nationals across the country. How many Afghan refugees are in Pakistan? According to data obtained by Geo News, there are currently 2.1 million registered and unregistered Afghan refugees in Pakistan. Sources in the Ministry of States and Frontier Regions (Safron)…
Professor Syed Haroon Ahmed, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 92, was a trailblazer in psychiatry, a devoted mentor, and an unwavering champion for mental health. Born in 1931 in the historic city of Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, he began his eternal journey on April 3, 2025, after a prolonged illness following a post-COVID stroke. He leaves behind his cherished family, close friends, numerous well-wishers, and a lasting legacy that transformed psychiatric care in Pakistan. From a young age, Professor Haroon was dedicated to progressive thought and social change. In 1950, he established the Democratic Students Federation, marking…
The detention of pro-Palestinian activists Mahmoud Khalil and Rumeysa Ozturk has sparked intense legal battles centered on jurisdictional disputes, as the government attempts to move their cases to Louisiana. Courts are grappling with where these cases should be heard, based on where the activists were arrested and where legal motions were filed. Khalil’s case saw a judge rule in his favor, rejecting the government’s move, while Ozturk’s fate remains uncertain as her attorneys challenge the government’s claim that a Massachusetts court lacks jurisdiction. Both legal teams accuse the government of “venue shopping” to delay proceedings and prolong detention, raising concerns…
The Trump administration’s heightened immigration enforcement is targeting pro-Palestinian student activists and critics of Israel on US college campuses, leading to the detention and potential deportation of several individuals, including those with legal residency or valid visas. The government claims these actions are necessary for national security, citing alleged ties to Hamas or disruptive protest activity. However, critics argue this crackdown infringes on free speech and academic freedom, raising concerns about the potential abuse of power. The cases highlight a growing tension between national security concerns and civil liberties, as the government increases scrutiny of visa applicants and targets individuals…
A convicted serial rapist, Christopher Hubbart, has been released into a quiet, rural California neighborhood, igniting widespread fear and anger among residents. Hubbart’s history of violent sexual assaults, including re-offending after previous releases, has led locals to feel unsafe and betrayed by the state’s Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) program. Residents, politicians, and even law enforcement officials are questioning the decision to place Hubbart in their community, citing the area’s isolation and the lack of adequate safety measures. The controversy has reignited a debate about the state’s handling of dangerous sex offenders and whether such individuals can ever be safely reintegrated…
Pro-Israel organizations are actively gathering and sharing information about pro-Palestinian student protesters in the United States, aiming to expose what they claim is anti-Jewish sentiment and support for terrorism. They’ve provided lists of non-citizen protesters to the government, potentially influencing deportation actions. This has sparked controversy, with concerns raised about free speech, privacy violations, and the potential for misrepresentation. The government’s involvement remains ambiguous, but the tactics have led to harassment and fear among targeted students, raising ethical and legal questions about the use of publicly available information to influence law enforcement.
Veteran government teacher Greg Cabana remembers a time when his job as an educator felt secondary to being the phone police. “It was absolutely every class period,” Cabana told CNN. “It wasn’t the question of if students would have their cell phones out, it was just a question of how much would they?” This year, however, he’s no longer fighting that battle. Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia, is part of a pilot program for the district that launched in September 2024, requiring students to put their phones inside magnetic locking pouches every morning. At the end of the day,…
