They say, “Never meet your heroes.” We build an entire idol of them in our minds. The illusion shatters when they turn out to be a human who is capable
Everything has become digital, so has crime. In the modern era of digitalisation, there is a growing trend of digital harassment. Social media campaigns and hate comments against women are
In the age of social media, the mundane has become enchanting. Scroll through Instagram or TikTok, and you will see videos titled “Sunday Reset” and “Weekly Meal Prep”. What were
What was once marketed as a cheaper and lighter alternative to glass packaging ended up becoming one of the worst polluters of the contemporary world. The plastic problem affects lives
“I do not know who else to talk to.” At 1:00am, her phone lights up again. Half asleep, she reaches for it. Another message fills her screen with worry, heartbreak
Meaning: Hear the other side. Explanation: Core principle of natural justice. No one should be condemned unheard.
She rises at dawn to feed the kine, And spins the wool by the firelight glow; Yet still in her heart the stars shine, Though toil and care are all
“Arguing that you don’t care about privacy because you have nothing to hide is like saying you don’t care about free speech because you have nothing to say.” These words
Sleeping in until noon, endless cash, being your own boss – the glitz and glamour of freelancing are widespread and well known, but what about the gaps, the cracks, and
“The train never came. But waiting never stopped.” A porter at Karachi City Station overheard in 2019. There is a particular kind of grief that has no funeral, no eulogy,
For many years, international politics operated within clear limits. The great powers competed without fighting one another. International law, diplomacy, and world institutions were effectively managing the tensions. Different international
Over four millennia ago, there was an astonishing city on the banks of the Indus River in present-day Mohenjo-daro. Its ruins are now peacefully located in the province of Sindh,
Meaning: The act does not make a person guilty unless the mind is also guilty. Explanation: Criminal liability requires intent. Central to modern criminal law.
I heard the voice of nature call, Amid the woods and glen so fair; And in the quiet of the fall I felt her presence everywhere. The birds sang softly
Meaning: The welfare of the people is the supreme law. Explanation: State power is justified only when exercised for public welfare. Frequently cited in constitutional interpretation and emergency jurisprudence.
Across the fields he drives his team, While winter’s frost doth glitter bright; And through the furrows rolls the stream, Reflecting pale the morning light. His hands are rough, his
Introduction I just want to say that God sent His Son and only Son Jesus Christ to give and sacrifice Himself for the atonement and redemption of mankind, and to
I used to believe history was something that happened to other people. It lived in textbooks, in dates I memorised for exams, and in the names of men whose faces
Why do we vote for someone we don’t like? This question disturbs the youth of Pakistan. For decades, political opinions have been influenced by family loyalties instead of independent evaluation.
As a child, whenever our car stopped at a traffic signal on the way to school, there would be a knock on the window. We were told to ignore it,
For generations, society has portrayed mothers as superwomen. They are celebrated as heroes, women who can cook, clean, raise children, manage the house, work, and sacrifice their sleep, their dreams,
Meaning: Certain natural resources belong to the public and must be protected by the state. Explanation: Governments hold water bodies in trust for citizens and future generations. Used in environmental
Water, water, everywhere, And all the boards did shrink; Water, water, everywhere, Nor any drop to drink. The very deep did rot: O Christ! That ever this should be! Yea,
(The January 30, 2026, Epstein dump isn’t just another partial release – it’s 3.6 million pages of documents, videos and images stripping away every veil, showing exactly how the powerful
“The absence of diplomacy — or diplomacy not rooted in a strategic vision — risks triggering uncontrollable escalation.” — Henry Kissinger Lasting peace grows rare if pressure mounts quietly beneath
Meaning: Equals have no authority over one another. Explanation: Used in international law; states are sovereign equals. Connect to anti-discrimination principles globally. Example: No state can impose authority over another
I saw a city of white towers gleam, Among the hills by the twilight stream; And music of bells across the air Floated lightly, free from care. Its streets were
Generation Z is reshaping modern culture. Breaking away from a glorified hustle culture and burnout, they are prioritising self-love and balance. So, how does Gen Z unwind? By pausing and
Meaning: Use your property so as not to harm others. Explanation: Foundational environmental and nuisance law principle. Example: A factory cannot pollute a river affecting downstream communities.
We wear the mask that grins and lies, It hides our cheeks and shades our eyes,— This debt we pay to human guile; With torn and bleeding hearts we smile,
Venezuela has been a paradise in the political community because it is a country with the largest oil reservoir in the world, yet it has always been in the
We live in a world so loud — our inner voices, desires, and unorthodox thoughts at times suffocate us to death. The human mind is one of the most complex
I found myself standing at the cliff of a mountain, unfathomable and ethereal, wondering how God had created such a perfect symphony with colours, views and beauty. The scene looked
It is often said that health is the greatest wealth in life, but sadly in developing countries like Pakistan, the life and welfare of an ordinary citizen hold little value
Meaning: Let justice be done though the heavens fall. Explanation: Justice must prevail regardless of consequences. Courts invoke it symbolically in landmark rulings. Example: Striking down unconstitutional laws despite political
Out of the night that covers me, Black as the pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch
Who would’ve thought that one day the whole world would be connected by a single device? Similarly, who would’ve thought that one day we would want to disconnect from that
In modern societies, the nature of maps is evident. Most people in the 21st century do not use maps daily, but they know what to expect of a map: it
We have all interacted with libraries — most commonly as children — with the libraries of our schools. How many of us remember being tasked to read a book and
I’ve seen people travelling to the interior sides of Sindh and buying out ajrakh, but the issue is that it’s a mass-produced ajrakh. On smelling it, you don’t smell the
Meaning: Wealth redistribution is a structured duty. Explanation: In Islamic legal tradition, zakat is not charity alone but a right of the poor over wealth. It reflects economic justice principles.
Love bade me welcome; yet my soul drew back, Guilty of dust and sin. But quick-eyed Love, observing me grow slack From my first entrance in, Drew nearer to me,
The images released from the flood still haunt me to this day. The image above depicts two women knee-deep in floodwater in a village. All they wanted was to salvage
Never forgotten in the hearts of Pakistanis Born: 1 April 1936 Died: 10 October 2021 Early Life and Education Dr Qadeer Khan was a Pakistani nuclear physicist and metallurgical engineer.
Extinction… We have all been hearing this word since when? Fifth Grade. But what does extinction mean, actually? When a population is gone? Removed from the face of the planet?
I cannot forget that afternoon. The market was crowded. Shopkeepers were calling out prices, so I moved through small stalls. The environment was filled with the noise of conversations and
Traditional history focuses on the winners, the rulers, and the legislators; court records focus on the ruled. History textbooks are built on treaties, battles, and proclamations — moments curated by
Meaning: Specific law overrides general law. Explanation: When two laws conflict, the more specific rule applies. Frequently used in constitutional and administrative law. Example: A special cybercrime law overrides general
The sails of the ships are white on the sea, The wind is playing along the waves; And slowly, solemnly, over the quay, The sun descends and the evening paves
Street food is a delicacy loved across the globe. It’s accessible, nostalgic, and affordable. Enjoying this meal at a roadside stall nourishes your taste buds and emotions alike. Whether it’s
Justice often drapes the finery of irresistible beauty. Our courtrooms always gleam with their expensive, polished wood and elevated benches, and the carefully choreographed procedures used are almost pressurising in
Where did the days of playing house disappear, and when did we begin drifting quietly into the corners of our own thoughts? Somewhere between growing up and growing silent, the
Meaning: Where there is a right, there is a remedy. Explanation: If the law recognises a right, it must provide a mechanism to enforce it. Courts rely on this to
When I am dead, my dearest, Sing no sad songs for me; Plant thou no roses at my head, Nor shady cypress tree: Be the green grass above me With
Introduction In immediate and graceful trust in God, three canonical Gospels (Matthew and Mark) record that Jesus cries out to God His Father. In Luke, He forgives His killers, reassures
Deconstructing Choke Point: A chokepoint is a narrow path in the international oceans that allows travel through or toward another region. Its strategic importance lies within its geography because alternative
Over the course of centuries, superstitions have played a pivotal role in society. Your religion or sect doesn’t matter. Superstitions have been taught and passed down from generation to generation.
Meaning: To a willing person, no injury is done. Explanation: If someone knowingly and voluntarily accepts a risk, they may not later claim damages for harm resulting from that risk.
Fair daffodils, we weep to see You haste away so soon; As yet the early-rising sun Has not attain’d his noon. Stay, stay, Until the hasting day Has run But
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