Salman Ali
Daily Times
Pakistan
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Disability: Humanity & Inclusion situation in Sindh
Leaving no one is behind is the main theme of Sustainable Development Goals SDG’s which Pakistan has ratified. But in province Sindh people with disabilities are always left behind in all aspects of life. Every day is a challenge for people with disabilities but not because of their physical or mental conditions, but society’s inability … → Read More
Taseer, the lion of Punjab
In Punjab there are many famous political figures but for me late Salman Taseer, the governor of Pakistan's Punjab Province, was seen widely → Read More
Sindh: The Real Issues
The province of Sindh, despite being the second largest province of the country, lags far behind others. Province Sindh is confronted by a plethora of chronic problems. Rapid population growth, extreme poverty and poor governance have devastated the peaceful and progressive Sindhi society. It is a painful reality that our rulers and bureaucrats are unable … → Read More
No ‘Honour’ in killing
Women in our country are subjected to various kinds of abuse and persecution. Rape, domestic violence, forced marriage, acid attacks, and honour killing are a few of the most common injustices that a Pakistani woman undergoes in our patriarchal society. Honour killings are prevalent throughout the country, although in some areas, incidents of honour killings … → Read More
The heroin addiction menace in Sindh
Drug addiction has become a serious problem round the world. According to a 2018 report by the United Nation Office for Drugs and Crime, Pakistan has 7.6 million drug addicts, including 800,000 heroin addicts. It is thus among the most drug-affected countries. The ages of heroin addicts vary from 15 years to and 64. This … → Read More
Girls deprived of education
For many girls and young women around the world, going to school is an unfulfilled desire. It is important that we understand the importance of girls’ education. We should also understand demands of gender equality and how it can make our country and the world a better place. Education is the key to all success. … → Read More
Breaking the culture of silence
Globally International Women’s Day (IWD) is observed with great fervour on March 8 every year, including Pakistan, to commemorate the achievements of women in various fields of life with a renewed global commitment to empower them. This year, the day was celebrated with the theme, “Think equal, build smart, and innovate for change.” No doubt, … → Read More
Let’s celebrate womanhood this March 8
The theme for this year’s IWD is Think Equal, Build Smart & Innovate for Change Globally, International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on March 8 every year. It is a day when women are recognised for their achievements without regard to divisions, whether national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic or political. IWD first emerged from the … → Read More
The once beautiful Locus Park of Sukkur is now in shambles
Sukkur is the third largest city of Sindh with a long history of historical monuments and mesmerising buildings. The weather there is extremely hot during the summer time and cold and dry during the winters. In the north, the city borders with Shikarpur and Kashmor, Kandhkot. Ghotki lies in its north-eastern side while in the … → Read More
Celebrating Sindhi topi and ajrak — a symbol of love and unity
Indeed, Sindh has a rich culture, history and language and the Sindhi people are warm, hospitable and friendly. They are global citizens who value humanity and culture above all religions. Every year on the first Sunday of December, the Sindhi Cultural Day is celebrated all over Sindh, and among Sindhi people living around the world … → Read More
Executing the mentally ill
Pakistan has signed many international treaties, such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, which prohibits execution of mentally ill prisoners. Islamic jurisprudence also disallows death penalty for the mentally ill. But a Pakistani woman who has been on death row since 1989 has been sent to gallows. Fifty-four-year-old Kaniza may in time … → Read More
Lahore’s new eatery PF Chang will quell your cravings but empty your wallet
Lahore is famous for its flavours and its glamour’s. “Lahore Lahore Hai” a phrase we always hear when people talk about Lahore.In the past decade, Lahore has seen tremendous growth in its food industry and with many new restaurants flourishing, there’s a massive competition.If we are talking about Lahore and its food, then how can … → Read More
Renaming historical places
Lahore has a vast history reflected in the city’s old historic buildings and mesmerising Mughal heritage. Historical monuments and buildings serve as visual reminders of the past. They bring the general public closer to the relics of various civilizations that had once existed. All Pakistani citizens, including Muslims, Sikhs, Hindus and Christians, have equal rights under … → Read More
‘Vibrant civil society key to democracy’
Tahir Malik is a renowned human rights activist and rights defender. He has initiated several projects which are related to women empowerment and women social entrepreneurship. He is a man with a vision of how marginalised segments of society can be uplifted through promoting the culture of art. He has addressed and raised voice nationally … → Read More
Fair trial for all
Our system of justice is based on the rule of law, which is, in fact, enshrined in our constitution through the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. It means that the law applies to everyone – no one is above the law. And the law must be the same, regardless of race, gender, status or any … → Read More
Asiya Bibi’s unfair trial
We all have heard this quote “justice delayed is justice denied”, however, within Pakistan, there are many vulnerable prisoners who are suffering in notorious jails and one of them is Asiya Noreen, who was charged under section 295-C of the Pakistan Penal Code. Sadly, she has been languishing in prison for more than nine years, … → Read More
Child marriage in Pakistan: No end to the horror
Child marriage is a human rights violation and gives a bad name to the country. Although rooted mainly in Sindh’s tradition, culture and customary practices, child marriages are a common occurrence all over Pakistan. According to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), three per cent of girls in Pakistan are married before the age of … → Read More
What about the minority vote?
It is regrettable that the minorities in Pakistan have not been given full political and civil rights until date. How sad is it that a non-Muslim, no matter how intelligent and capable, cannot become the president, prime minister, senator, governor or even the chief justice. From 1947 until now, minorities in Pakistan have faced several … → Read More
The need for empowering women in Pakistan
Pakistan has had some great women role models and they have struggled for every inch of the way and we are proud of all such Pakistani women. Without any doubt Pakistani women are the most impressive and accomplished women on the planet. They’ve won Nobel Prizes, Oscars etc and are changing the way of our … → Read More
Women empowerment should be a priority for stakeholders
Pakistan is a developing country. Social norms and cultural values are deeply rooted here. However, over the years, women have been increasingly disempowered, degraded and subjugated across all societies in the world but Pakistan tops the list. Within Pakistan men believe that they are naturally superior to women because they are rational and logical while … → Read More