Rejecting government claims of region’s security being ‘completely under control,’ locals warn situation could once again spiral to 2007’s peak of militancy
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/residents-of-swat-remain-in-fear-of-ttps-return/
Unlike their Muslim counterparts, religious minorities in Pakistani jails struggle to secure remission in sentences through study of holy books
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/no-mercy-for-minorities-in-jails/
Unwilling to adhere to global demands for inclusivity and human rights, Taliban rulers of war-torn state seek investment ‘without dictation’
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/after-u-s-exit-afghanistan-looks-to-china-for-economic-prosperity/
Empaneled private hospitals blame delayed payments, unsustainable pricing mechanism for decision to withdraw from program
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/ptis-flagship-sehat-card-faces-uncertain-future/
Anti-terrorism court to commence trial of all suspects at Lahore’s Kot Lakhpat Jail from Saturday
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/police-submit-challan-in-lynching-of-sri-lankan-priyantha-kumara/
Two household staff imprisoned for 10 years each, while parents of convict and employees of Therapy Works employees acquitted of all charges
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/zahir-jaffer-sentenced-to-death-for-noor-mukadams-murder/
In exclusive interview, Pakistan P.M. Imran Khan outlines the aims for his upcoming visit to Moscow and hopes dialogue will help resolve differences between Russia and Ukraine
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/world-cannot-afford-another-cold-war/
Opposition parties threaten protests if the PPP-led government does not amend local government laws in line with Article 140A of Constitution
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/battle-for-devolution-in-sindh/
Lacking legal aid, hundreds of women languish in jails across Punjab province, as cabinet continues to delay approval for Punjab Prisons Rules 2020
Court issues bailable arrest warrants for Shafi and eight others in FIA case, as both parties say they are confident of victory
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/meesha-shafi-vs-ali-zafar-cases-near-conclusion/
Accused’s legal counsel maintains client’s behavior in court allows for formation of medical board to ascertain his mental state
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/islamabad-court-dismisses-zahir-jaffers-insanity-plea/
In exclusive interview, TLP chief says party is ready to work with all political opponents and invites women to join its ranks
The courtroom antics of murder accused Zahir Jaffer suggest he may be setting the stage for an insanity plea
For a group of young Afghan women and their families, Pakistan serves as doorway to a future free of their country’s new government
E-retailer Daraz delists over 5,000 substandard sellers from platform to enhance customer experience
Jazz CEO Aamir Ibrahim sees Pakistan’s telecommunications sector as a ‘great equalizer’ if provided adequate government support
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/equality-through-inclusivity/
The journalist and activist’s passing is a great loss to human rights advocacy in Pakistan
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/i-a-rehman-a-life-to-celebrate/
The attack on coalminers in Machh is the latest salvo in a decades-spanning effort to marginalize and eradicate the minority community
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/killing-hazaras-in-pakistan/
A new book examining China’s economic success reveals the dramatic rise of Xi Jinping from the son of a revolutionary to the head of state
Shabnam Chaudhri, among the first South Asian women to climb the ranks of the Metropolitan Police, walked a tough beat
A saint for some, a scoundrel for others, the Tehreek-e-Labaik Pakistan chief leaves behind a checkered legacy
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/allama-khadim-husain-rizvi-dies-aged-54/
Over two weeks after incident on Lahore-Sialkot Motorway, Umar Sheikh claims police could have been on time if victim had called helpline
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/lahore-ccpo-blames-gang-rape-victim-again/
Global watchdog executive director says Indian P.M. has gotten away with his oppression due to relatively little criticism from Western nations
The American woman making headlines in Pakistan is no stranger to the country—or its corridors of power
As country struggles to overcome coronavirus, observers warn inaction on locust swarms will result in food shortages
https://www.newsweekpakistan.com/another-pandemic-pakistans-plague-of-locusts/