Introduction This is the fourth article in the series of “Understanding Islam”, through the book “Ta’rif-e-Aam bi-Din il-Islam”, [General Introduction to Islam] written by renowned Syrian scholar Shaikh Ali Tantawi. This is a simple book for everyone, Muslim or non-Muslims, written about half century ago. The book has been translated into many languages and read…
Kazakhstan’s Constitution identifies free elections as a fundamental principle. In the most recently held elections democracy was the real vector. The holy concept of “free choice” dominated the presidential election and ultimately people’s choice won the elections. It was transparent, free and fair and met with all the legislative norms and international standards. With the…
Dear Readers, The Indian govt’s decision to revoke Article 370 of India’s constitution that ensured the Indian Occupied Kashmir (IOK) its own constitution and independence over all matters except foreign affairs, defence and communications, is undoubtedly the most controversial political move in the last seven decades that will have serious repercussions. Human rights abuses in…
Given the superior performance of the PAF in the 1965 war, it was only natural for Pakistanis to expect a similar repeat in any future conflict. However, to a keen student of military history, it would have been clear that PAF’s sterling performance emanating from decisive leadership and better aircrew training were only partial reasons…
Abstract Speaking historically, both littoral and landlocked countries relied heavily on sea routes to carry on trade because such pathways of trade were always cheaper and safer. Similarly, the emergence of deep seaports has given more importance and credence to burgeoning trade via sea routes around the world. In this regard, both the Gwadar and…
Artificial Intelligence is not hypothetical it is real. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an area of the science relating to computers that focus on the development and creation of intelligent machines that are expected to work and react like humans. AI enabled computers are designed to include speech recognition, learning processes and planning. AI is awkwardly…
Five Army soldiers were killed and another sustained injury in an explosion that took place a few meters from the Line of Control (LoC) in Chamb sector of Barnala tehsil (revenue unit) in Bhimber District of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) on July 3, reports Daily Times. “The incident is evidence of the state-sponsored terror ism by…
The latest bombing at Data Darbar has at-least confirmed one notion. That unless drastic national security enhancements are made, this act of terrorism will not be the last! This is where the two largest religious thoughts, Deoband and Sufi, clashed. The terrorists achieved multiple ends by striking one of the holiest symbols in Sufism in…
A Pakistani woman can do anything given the opportunity. My excitement at meeting Squadron Leader Saira Amin will never fade. Here was a woman with great distinction and courage serving her country with dedication. I must thank the Pakistan Air Force for setting up the talk. How would you define yourself? My name is Squadron…
Kashmir the paradise on earth has been changed into hell by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led government by scarping article 370 and 35 (A). Now special status of Kashmir has been bulldozed through a presidential act endorsed by both the houses of Indian parliament. India’s BJP-led government is hailing its decision to strip the…
