His Highness the Aga Khan and Houston Mayor John Whitmire open the Ismaili Center, Houston, as a new cultural and architectural landmark for the USA

(By: Kainat Rajput) The Ismaili Center, Houston was inaugurated today by Mayor John Whitmire in the presence of His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V. It is the USA’s first Ismaili civic and cultural complex dedicated to dialogue, culture and shared human values. His Highness the Aga Khan welcomes the Honorable Mayor of Houston, John […]

A Major Step toward a Modern Traffic System in Faisalabad — The Launch of E-Challan and the Need for Improved Urban Facilities

(Writer: Mian Iftikhar Ahmad, Editor: Kainat Rajput) The official launch of the E-Challan system in Faisalabad marks a significant and timely step toward modernizing the city’s traffic management. As Pakistan’s major industrial hub, Faisalabad has faced growing challenges due to the increasing number of vehicles, rising congestion, and frequent traffic violations, which have all contributed […]

Kashmir Martyrs’ Day: A Forgotten Genocide That Still Defines the Struggle

(By: Abdul Basit Alvi) The Kashmir Martyrs’ Day, observed annually on November 6th by the Kashmiri diaspora and those in the region, is a day dedicated to the profound and solemn remembrance of the immense sacrifices made by the Kashmiri people during the tumultuous period following the Partition of the Indian subcontinent in 1947, that […]

The Ismaili Centre Houston: A Landmark of Faith, Culture, and Pluralism in America

(By: Mehnoob Aly Manji & Edited by Kainat Rajput) Houston, TX — November 6, 2025 — A significant new phase in the civic and cultural fabric of the United States has commenced today with the opening of the Ismaili Centre Houston, marking the first of its kind in America and the seventh globally. Under the […]

Pakistan–US Cultural Connections: Building Bridges Beyond Borders

(By: Kainat Rajput) The relationship between Pakistan and the United States has long extended beyond politics and diplomacy — it thrives in the vibrant cultural connections that unite people across continents. From art and music to education and cuisine, these cultural exchanges continue to create understanding and friendship between the two nations.In recent years, Houston […]

Closure of Torkham Gate Disrupts Education of Pakistani Students in Afghanistan

(By Shaheen Shah) The ongoing closure of the Torkham Gate between Pakistan and Afghanistan has left hundreds of Pakistani medical students studying in Afghanistan in deep distress. Many of them fear that if the border remains closed, their academic year—and potentially their entire future—could be at risk. A large number of Pakistani students are enrolled […]

Commemorating the Visionary: Sir Sultan Muhammed Shah, Aga Khan III (1877–1957)

(Credits to Mehnoob Aly Manji and Edited by Kainat Rajput) Architect of Muslim Renaissance and Education in South AsiaSir Sultan Muhammed Shah, Aga Khan III, is recognized as one of the leading Muslim reformers of the twentieth century, a forward-thinking politician, scholar, and spiritual figure whose influence greatly shaped the future of Muslims in South […]

Empowering Women in Science While Many Still Fight for Basic Rights

(Writer: Nazia Naz , International researcher and defender) ‘As a defender, I personally believe that women’s participation in science is an excellent initiative; there’s no doubt about it’. It gives hope, strength, and recognition to women who are proving their capabilities in every field. But at the same time, I cannot ignore the painful reality […]

From Protest to Participation: Reimagining Civic Culture and Political Development in Pakistan

(Author: Dr. Muhammad Rizwan Bhatti) Societies are changing more quickly than their political systems in an era of youth-led movements, digital activity, and growing calls for justice. As per the findings of Samuel P. Huntington’s argument in Political Order in Changing Societies, instability results when societal mobilization surpasses institutional progress, as is the case in […]

The Last Call for Print Media – A Lonely Voice, a Living Hope

(By: Mian Iftikhar Ahmad) When I wrote my first column “Disappearing Newspaper Stalls, Fading Hawkers’ Voices – What is the Future of Print Media in Pakistan?” there was a small flicker of hope inside me that perhaps it would spark a discussion, maybe it would compel media owners and editors to think about where we […]