Karachi (Ibex News): Following the directives of the Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan, Special Assistant to Chief Minister, Hussain Shah, traveled to Karachi to visit Roshan Bibi, the courageous daughter of the nation injured in the Hudar tragedy. In a heartfelt gesture, he presented a bouquet to the brave survivor and extended prayers for her swift…
Goharabad (Hussain Gohar): Tehsildar Tariq Lalik Jan Sub-division Punial visited the damaged irrigation channel in Goharabad on Thursday, promising to address serious concerns over the recurring issues faced by the local agricultural community. The water channel, crucial for irrigation purposes, has been consistently damaged, posing a significant threat to the livelihoods of the villagers. The…
By Israruddin Israr The Child Marriage Restraint Act of 1929 in Pakistan criminalizes marriages involving individuals under the age of 16 for girls and under 18 for boys. Pakistan, having endorsed international conventions on children’s rights, recognizes marriages below the age of 18 for boys and 16 for girls as a violation of fundamental rights….
Gilgit (C.R Akbar Shah): In a meeting held in the capital city Gilgit, the transport minister Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) Haji Rehmat Khaliq approved a recommended 5% reduction in transport fare for diesel vehicles and 3% for petrol vehicles, after consulting with stakeholders.. Officials from the departments of transport, finance, excise and taxation along with representatives from…
By Shajeea Kanjiani Aristotle proclaimed over two millennia ago that “Man is by nature a social animal.” In managing life’s challenges, humans require a sense of belonging and support. Likewise, finding contentment and joy is linked to one’s connection with their environment. This emphasizes the importance of family, relatives, and friends, as crucial sources of…
By Shajeea Kanjiani When we hear the term competition, it typically evokes thoughts of two or more people striving for similar objectives, where success for one implies the loss for others. The fear of being deemed a failure is inherent in human nature as the desire to excel in our work often takes precedence over…
By Ramish Khan The constant flow of news, information, and the unceasing barrage of social media updates regarding the ongoing attacks on Palestinians disturb my senses. My heart aches to the core, and my throat is so heavy that taking a breath feels like a thorn in it. I am utterly drained and disheartened by…
Our today’s inspirational story is about Azmat Baig hailing from the beautiful Gitch valley located in Punial Tehsil of Ghizer district in Gilgit-Baltistan. Azmat Baig’s story unfolds as an inspiring narrative of dedication, perseverance, and commitment. Hailing from a serene yet a challenging backdrop, Azmat Baig has achieved a significant milestone by being appointed as…
Karachi (Didar Ali): On November 1st, 2023, the National Students Federation Gilgit-Baltistan (NSFGB) and the National Workers Front Gilgit-Baltistan (NWFGB) jointly organized a thought-provoking webinar on the historical significance of November 1st and its implications for Gilgit-Baltistan. Sultan Madad, a distinguished progressive historian and political analyst, was invited as the guest speaker. The webinar drew…
By Dr Hafiz Zohaib Haneef The atmosphere was filled with apprehension, shrouded in a sombre silence and a sense of hopelessness. The plight of the Palestinians, not only dispossessed of their ancestral lands but also facing the worst oppression in the hands of Israel, had left many of us deeply saddened. In an attempt to…
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