In the Name if Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful Past to PresentIntroduction In Part-1[1], we delved into the diminishing trajectory of Islamic thought from its vibrant historical roots, examining the perspectives of Allama Iqbal[2] and the apprehensions expressed by Dr.Baraq[3] in his efforts to align it with the teachings of the Qur’an. The narrative underscores a steadfast dedication…
Almost all Western movies have one common shot at the end: a gunslinger riding into the sunset! This is to cap the story and showcase that whatever actions, achievements and results were possible – were indeed accomplished. As a matter of fact, this signals an end of one chapter and the beginning of another –…
Pakistan has never invested so much time and resources on any of its neighbours, but Afghanistan. Pakistan lived for decades in an existential threat but was forthcoming for its western neighbour. It ruined its social fabric with Kalashnikov, drugs and terrorism, but stood fast with the plight of Afghans and continued to host more than…
Organized by the World Economic Forum’s EDISON Alliance, in partnership with the Virtual Remittance Gateway (VRG), a SPOTLIGHT DAY on Pakistan’s AMA Scheme took place on November 7, 2023. The event, “Bridging the Financial Inclusion Gap in Pakistan,” brought together key figures from prominent government offices and private sector entities, including Fortune 500 companies, to…
Lawrence College has produced many distinguished and outstanding Gallians who have excelled in their respective professions and fields of interest. One such Gallian is Lieutenant General Syed Aamer Raza who has excelled in the military profession and occupies a very distinguished and respectable position in the senior hierarchy. His contribution to national security and defence…
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…
58 years have passed since the fateful day of September 6, 1965, a date that Pakistan holds in solemn remembrance. It was on this day that unprovoked and simultaneous attacks were launched by Indian forces, aiming at the cities of Lahore and Sialkot. This marked the outset of the Indo-Pakistan War of 1965, a significant…
Pakistan Army The Kashmir SectorDuring the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965, the Pakistan Army was involved in several military operations in the Kashmir region. The war began on April 1, 1965, and lasted until September 23, 1965. The conflict primarily centered around the disputed region of Kashmir and its surrounding areas. I will mention few examples…
Displaying exceptional leadership and unwavering courage, Major Sabir Kamal Meyer Shaheed, along with his brave comrades, made the ultimate sacrifice while effectively slowing down and eventually halting the enemy’s advance. By successfully destroying several enemy tanks and inflicting significant casualties, he played a pivotal role in repulsing the enemy’s attack. He emerged as a symbol of…
Born in the picturesque village of Jajja, Sukho, District Rawalpindi on April 07, 1940 at a time when World War II was already underway, Lt Gen (Retd) Lehrasab Khan received his primary education in a local school because English education was not available in Muslim schools in that region at that time. Before the partition…
