Author: Guests
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Dr. Imran Farooq Murder Conspiracy: By a MQM Supporter
Where justice is denied, where poverty is enforced, where ignorance prevails, and where any one class is made to feel that society is an organized conspiracy to oppress, rob and degrade them, neither persons or property will be safe. This is what always happens in Pakistan after any major incidents. People forget some basic teaching…
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Aafia Siddiqui Sentence: Open Letter from Yvonne Ridley
Did Judge Berman make a mistake? Will US Attorney General call for a mis-trial? Yvonne Ridley writes an Open Letter Dear Mr Holder, I am a journalist and film-maker who has been investigating the rather intriguing case of Dr Aafia Siddiqui since her disappearance with her three children in 2003. Can you please tell me…
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After the Rape: The Mukhtar Mai Story
In 2002, a neighboring village council ordered that Mukhtaran Mai, an illiterate peasant living in a distant part of Punjab, be gang raped as punishment for an alleged affair her brother had with a woman of that tribe. Mukhtar refused to be a victim; she “fought against the culture of silence and shame,†demanded justice…
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The Road Tragedy: A Commuter’s Dilemma of Traveling Between Rawalpindi and Islamabad
I felt like blowing myself up along with the check post in front of me. I tried hard to control this strong desire but found myself failing terribly. I thought of the ways I can accomplish the goal easily and quickly. Each moment was like eternity. I looked at time on my cell phone every…
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Fakhr-e-Alam appeal for Pakistan Flood Victim Relief through PIA
Fakhr-e-Alam, who made his mark with humanitarian activities during 2005 earthquake in Pakistan, comes forward to appeal for flood victims, in association with PIA.
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International Medical Corps Teams Treating Victims of Flash Floods in Pakistan
We at International Medical Corps want to keep you updated with the latest news from Pakistan and how our organization is operating there. The latest government figures indicate: * 1,300+ fatalities * 1.5 million forced to flee their homes * 14 million affected * Displaced people are struggling to acquire basic resources and medical care…
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Pakistan Flood Crises and Disaster Management
Interventions are needed after a disaster occurs. In many ways, this is the most difficult period for the victims. Disaster management requires commitment by the various role players. Therefore, capacity must be build to handle such events and training programs are essential. Duplication of efforts should be minimized and financial resources properly controlled. It should…
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mGive Mobile Donation Campaigns to Assist Flood Victims in Pakistan
In response to the damaging floods that struck Pakistan this week, mGive and several of its disaster relief partners quickly mobilized to launch text donation campaigns that will aid victims by distributing tents, relief supplies and humanitarian assistance. The World Food Programme (WFP) said about 46 of Pakistan’s 135 districts have been affected, and at…
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Soles4Souls committing 100,000 pairs of new shoes to Pakistan Flood Victims
Soles4Souls® Inc., a Nashville USA based charity, is committing 100,000 pairs of new shoes to Pakistan Flood victims. Soles4Souls Inc. is committing 100,000 pairs of shoes to the victims of the floods and monsoon rains that are devastating the country of Pakistan. In conjunction with its partners in the footwear industry and trusted distribution agencies,…
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Gandhara Flood Relief Fund for affected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Intensive rains for 5-days hit Peshawar and surrounding areas causing severe flash floods and houses destruction. More than 1500 people are killed in Charsadda Road, Warsak Road, Bara road, Mathra, Malkander, Hariana, Chamkani, Kohat Road, Pir Bala, and Shahi Bala of Peshawar, whereas Kot, Tarnab, Umerzai, Dab Koroona, Shabqadar, Jehangir Pura and Ghaligayee of District…