Jarida Today: Bishop Kamran, thank you for speaking with us. To begin, could you explain what your role entails as Bishop of Lahore? Bishop Kamran: Thank you for having me.
Fluorescent lights are all I’ve known for the past thirty-six hours. The deep smell of antiseptic, cultural rot, and something in the middle of grief and despair—these are what I
Meaning: The law is harsh, but it is the law. Explanation: Even if a law feels strict or unfair, it must still be obeyed until changed through proper channels. Example:
Provision: Discouragement of Parochial, Racial, Tribal, Sectarian and Provincial Prejudices The State shall discourage parochial, racial, tribal, sectarian and provincial prejudices among the citizens. Meaning: Article 33 obligates the State
Liquid sunshine hue colouring the fragments of collective memory, pastel puffed sleeves, denim jackets and bell bottoms, retro posters, hair meticulously wild, kohl-rimmed eyes and that unapologetic glimmer of self-assurance
Feminism refers to the advocacy of women’s rights based on equality of the sexes. In the 21st century, the true definition of feminism is getting manipulated by figures such as
Fate plays a funny trick sometimes, hitting you when you least expect it. The quiet return of Arsalan and Yasir from coaching was routine, their minds perhaps distracted by upcoming
In the neighbourhoods of Pakistan, the lingering remnants of celebrations remain evident in each street in the form of dusty fairy lights tangled in the balconies of houses, which may
Instagrammer shares daily Palestine carousels alongside “sunlight through olive trees” and “resistance but minimalist”. Experts warn of rising cases of aestheticised allyship. Wellness influencer @GlowWithCoco made a real change by
As her bicycle spokes serenaded the wind, Javeria felt that disquieting crackle all around. The blaring summer sun had simmered to a golden hum as the orange syrupy sky whispered
The world today is often spoken of as if it were a board game with only two seats left at the table. On one side, the United States and its
In the soft light of early morning, out on a dusty field at the edge of Lahore, a young woman adjusts her grip on the reins. She’s wearing a bright
they set my aunts house on fire i cried the way women on tv do folding at the middle like a five pound note. i called the boy who use
دیپ جس کا محلات ہی میں جلے چند لوگوں کی خوشیوں کو لے کر چلے وہ جو سائے میں ہر مصلحت کے پلے ایسے دستور کو صبح بے نور کو
Provision: Promotion of Local Government Institutions The State shall encourage local government institutions composed of elected representatives of the areas concerned. Special representation shall be given to peasants, workers, and
Meaning: A delegate cannot further delegate. Explanation: A person given a specific duty or authority cannot pass it on to someone else without permission. Example: If a minister is entrusted
Magical thinking is the belief that you can will a reality into existence if you simply want it enough. In Pakistan, this is a belief most young people use to
Human nature doesn’t change; rather, it evolves from burying our daughters as a disgrace to forcing them to choke on their dreams and retiring them to early coffins. We have
The bureaucracy pipeline is a dream for every budding artist in Pakistan. But it’s not easy to make it big in the land of PEMRA’s watchful eye and a disenchanted
For decades, Pakistan’s film industry has been steeped in romance, family drama, and nationalist thrillers. But when it comes to horror—the genre built to make our skin crawl and make
Over ten years ago, my parents decided to homeschool me. One day, when I was in 1st Grade, I told them I did not want to go to school anymore.
In a shocking incident reported from a desi dinner event, a girl refused the mere suggestion of perhaps considering getting whitening injections to lighten her complexion for potential suitors, leaving
You have probably read in the headlines, “US imposes sanctions on Russia”, but are sanctions a good tool to sway the actions of a nation? Sanctions are measures imposed by
There’s something oddly familiar about the opulence of Bridgerton—its pearl-laced corsets, the lilac light of dusk on Regency balconies, its curated fantasy of love, longing, and empire. It doesn’t mirror
These past days have been very tough for me. I just started a new job as a doctor in a government hospital; this meant spending many night shifts alone. I
The Politics of the Female Image Across borders, regimes and ideologies, one figure keeps reappearing: the woman. Not just as a citizen, but as a symbol, a story, a stage.
“Whoever stays until the end will tell the story.” – Dr Mahmud Abu Nujaila As the world enters 2025, the era of AI unleashes itself to its fullest. The very
As of late, the radical chic influencer community have been doing everything they can for the betterment of the country. One might even say that Pakistan owes a lot more
The thin, often indistinct boundary between dissent and deviance in Pakistan’s political landscape is a complex, emotionally charged terrain. At their core lies a joint aim to challenge authority and
As the use of streaming platforms spreads across the globe, so does a recurring theme in series and movie productions: works of global prestige. Netflix is one such example, as
Isn’t it usually those extra windy nights, when even the most thick-skinned feel like a waterless well? Everybody experiences discrete episodes of feeling out of place, but there are just
I did not inherit his green eyes. But I carry his patience— tucked beneath my tongue like a clove. His quiet, his stillness, the way he folds a newspaper like
The Freedom Flotilla’s Madleen, a boat named after Palestinian fisherwoman Madleen Culab, set sail from Sicily, Italy, on June 1, 2025, to break Israel’s illegal, months-long siege on Gaza. The
I wrote pages last night with utmost neutrality on the Israel-Iran conflict. And failed. How can I be neutral if the whole world isn’t? You cannot show me a single
It starts as a slow trickle crawling up your spine—each sharp nail leaving a trail of guilt running down your back, like your very existence is a sin. You feel
Shortly after sunrise, we received the news that we had expected yet dreaded for the past few days. I was hit with denial, which turned into shock and distress as
With the advent of social media in the past few decades, it has increasingly become a huge part of our lives. One that is almost parasitic in nature: we feed
When the state forgets to listen, others begin to speak. Broken roads, empty clinics and unheard voices tear holes in the social fabric. To solve this, insurgents rise. Not with
Andrew John Hozier-Byrne is an emerging Irish musician who has taken the industry by storm. From Take Me to Church to Too Sweet, he has captured audiences of every age
On June 10, 2025, Pakistan’s newly announced federal budget was presented as a framework for economic recovery. Instead, it has left the country staring at a cold truth: this is
“Carbon footprint” is a big word for a third grader. When he comes home from school with an assignment to write a 200-word essay on tree plantation, he quickly types
That quote by the author Gerald Seymour captures the essence of what has unfolded in Palestine over the past two years and how the media has chosen to portray it.
After the recent drama at the Divided Nations Insecurity Council, where the President of Victimvale became enraged after the Leader of Nuribia left the summit as the former called for
When a sophomore from Karachi arrived at her college in Florida last fall, it felt like stepping into achievement — a promise finally fulfilled. But the reminder of the U.S.
The communist movement in Pakistan was not always underground. There was a time when Karachi echoed with the slogans of the Communist Party of Pakistan (CPP), and the streets of
The immigration debate in America is not really about immigration. It’s about fear, power, and a national identity crisis. The anti-immigrant playbook might have a fresh coat of paint, but
Meaning: The law of retaliation — an eye for an eye. Explanation: This ancient principle of justice demands that punishment mirrors the offence in severity. Example: In modern law, this
Do not go gentle into that good night, Old age should burn and rave at close of day; Rage, rage against the dying of the light. Though wise men at
یہ گلیوں کے آوارہ بے کار کتے کہ بخشا گیا جن کو ذوق گدائی زمانے کی پھٹکار سرمایہ ان کا جہاں بھر کی دھتکار ان کی کمائی نہ آرام شب
Provision: Principles of Policy: Responsibility of the State The principles set out in this Chapter (Principles of Policy) shall be observed by the State in the governance of Pakistan. It
اور سب بھول گئے حرف صداقت لکھنا رہ گیا کام ہمارا ہی بغاوت لکھنا لاکھ کہتے رہیں ظلمت کو نہ ظلمت لکھنا ہم نے سیکھا نہیں پیارے بہ اجازت لکھنا
no one leaves home unless home is the mouth of a shark you only run for the border when you see the whole city running as well your neighbors running
Provision: Preservation of Language, Script and Culture Any section of citizens having a distinct language, script or culture shall have the right to preserve and promote the same, and subject
Meaning: The thing speaks for itself. Explanation: In some cases, the mere facts imply negligence, even without direct proof. Example: A patient finds a surgical tool left inside them after
“Nina, when would I be able to fly?” my six-year-old brother asked me longingly. He walked beside me as we took our usual path to the school—well, not an actual
While the world pours billions into community centres, counsellors, and cutting-edge communication, Pakistan relies on a far more efficient force: the Aunties. With sharp judgment, floral shawls, and a sixth
Edward Said once wrote that exile is not just about separation, but the way it sharpens memory. To love Pakistan, then, is to live in a constant state of exile,
Provision: Safeguard Against Discrimination in Services No citizen otherwise qualified for appointment in the service of Pakistan shall be discriminated against in respect of any such appointment on the ground
Meaning: Where there is a right, there is a remedy. Explanation: If your legal right is violated, the law must offer a solution or compensation. Example: If a landlord unlawfully
JT: Tell us a little about your childhood in Pakistan—what it was like and the memories that stayed with you. James A. Tebbe: I grew up on the Gordon College
Traitors’ trade stems from the vast capital of political economy, which is run by a certain political climate characterised by sets of political behaviours. These include hate politics, politics of
SAT, IELTS, visa requirements and an absolutely draining university application experience later, one earns a ticket to a seemingly more promising future. When those difficult four years pass and students
“God made us victorious because we named our military operation Bunyan al-Marsoos after a Quranic verse. The victory of our armed forces against India is the victory of the whole Muslim world.”
Meaning: Let justice be done though the heavens fall. Explanation: Justice must be served, no matter how great the consequences. Example: A judge must rule against the government if
تم سے پہلے وہ جو اک شخص یہاں تخت نشیں تھا اس کو بھی اپنے خدا ہونے پہ اتنا ہی یقیں تھا کوئی ٹھہرا ہو جو لوگوں کے مقابل تو
Provision: Non-discrimination in Respect of Access to Public Places In respect of access to places of public entertainment or resort, there shall be no discrimination against any citizen on the
For those of us who live at the shoreline standing upon the constant edges of decision crucial and alone for those of us who cannot indulge the passing dreams of
Life started to get scary as I got acquainted with the wonders of adulting. University applications, internships, emotional responsibilities, piles of coursework, and the constant fear of falling behind or
Ours is a nation where the rupee depreciates faster than public trust. In this view, Pakistan’s unveiling of its first government-led strategic Bitcoin reserve has landed with all the subtlety
Instagram loves a green girl. You know the type—earthy vibes, compost chic, yoga on reclaimed wood decks, and maybe a selfie next to a tree she “just planted”. She’s the
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