Washington DC: Two important gatherings at the United Nations Headquarters in New York this April have brought renewed attention to a principle that lies at the very core of international law: the right of peoples to self-determination. On April 20, 2026, a conference titled “Self-Determina

New York: Washington-based World Kashmir Awareness Forum (WKAF), launched a high-visibility digital advocacy campaign across New York City, deploying mobile LED advertising trucks carrying sharp and compelling messages urging the United Nations to implement its long-standing resolutions on Kashmi

Punjab, Pakistan: On 25th February 2026, a 14-year-old Christian boy, Jamil Masih, was allegedly converted to Islam by his Muslim employer, Muhammad Boota, in a village in Sheikhupura, Punjab.

The alleged conversion of a minor has raised serious concerns about the safety and religious f

Washington, D.C: Early this morning, I received a call from a longtime friend—his voice heavy with grief. He spoke of the life imprisonment of Mrs. Aasiya Andrabi and the decades-long sentences handed to Mrs. Sofi Fameeda and Mrs. Nahida Nasreen and then, almost instinctively, asked a quest

Lahore: (PPF) On March 24, the Lahore High Court (LHC) issued a notice to the federal government, seeking a response to a petition challenging the appointment of Ambreen Jan as the chairperson of the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA). The petition, filed by lawyer Munir Ahmad

Washington, DC: Washington, DC-based World Kashmir Awareness Forum (WKAF) condemns the inhuman life imprisonment verdict issued by Modi regime’s National Intelligence Agency (NIA) against the popular Kashmiri political leader, Mrs. Asiya Andrabi along with two other prominent female Kashmir

Islamabad: (PPF) Ayaz Shaukat, chairman of the newly established Social Media Protection and Regulatory Authority (SMPRA).Picture via Facebook/ Islamabad Bar Council

On March 19, the Federal Government officially appointed Ayaz Shaukat, a lawyer and the incumbent Islamabad Advocate Gene

 Maryland, USA: What began as a warm and gracious Iftaar dinner hosted by Mr. Asif Khan and Mrs. Afshan Asif at their residence in Maryland evolved into a thoughtful and engaging discussion on the situation in Kashmir, bringing together prominent members of the Kashmiri diaspora.

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UK: That question arose after the discovery of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) — a lightweight building material now known to deteriorate and potentially fail without warning. Across the UK it has forced the closure of schools and public buildings. In Hirwaun, it has cast a lo

UK: RAAC (Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) continues to pose a significant challenge for homeowners in Clackmannanshire, with safety concerns affecting a number of residential properties. Over recent months, discussions have been ongoing between affected homeowners, Clackmannanshire Counci

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Open Letter: Request for Official Minutes and Written Update – RAAC Crisis

Karachi: On March 15, newly appointed Sindh Governor Nehal Hashmi called on the media and citizens to refrain from sharing “negative narratives” when discussing Karachi, Sindh or Pakistan.

 “Do not speak negatively about my country, my province, or my provincial c

In a world often divided by borders, beliefs, and identities, there arise rare souls whose presence becomes a bridge between hearts. Sufi Masood Ahmed Saddiqui Lasani Sarkar  (Late) was one such luminous personality — a spiritual guide, humanitarian servant, and ambassador of peace who

Islamabad: Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF) is alarmed by incidents of violence against journalists and damage to their property that took place during protests which erupted on March 1 across cities of Pakistan following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. We urge m

UK: We have received a significant update regarding our petition (P-06-1549) calling for urgent support for homeowners in Hirwaun affected by Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC).

In a formal response to Carolyn Thomas MS, Chair of the Senedd Petitions Committee, the Cabinet Se