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Pakistan’s Federal Constitutional Court Upholds Marriage of Minor Christian Girl: A Dangerous Precedent
The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) of Pakistan has sparked outrage by upholding the marriage of 13-year-old Christian girl Maria Shahbaz to 30-year-old Muslim man Shehryar Ahmad, accused of abducting and forcibly converting her. The ruling, issued on March 25, 2026, has alarmed human rights defenders, minority advocates, and legal experts, who
When Justice Sleeps: The Vanishing of a Christian Girl in Pakistan
In the quiet, dusty lanes of Handaal village near Kot Radha Kishan, grief has found a home in the heart of one Christian family. Faqeer Masih, a humble brick kiln worker, spends his days searching for answers—clinging to hope and prayer as his 16-year-old daughter, Neha Bibi, remains lost to him.
The Silent Erasure of Faith: How Pakistan Fails Its Own Heritage
The heart of Karachi beats with centuries of history. Yet, one of its oldest spiritual symbols—the Ramchandra Mandir—now stands suffocated behind cold cement walls and iron gates adorned with Islamic inscriptions. On Ratan Talao Street, just steps from the Preedy Police Station, a place once resonating with prayer and coexistence has
25 Million Children Out of School: Pakistan Faces an Education Emergency
According to UNICEF, Pakistan is facing an education crisis of unprecedented scale. An estimated 25.1 million children aged 5–16 are out of school, making the country the second-worst in the world for children missing out on education. These numbers are more than statistics—they are millions of lost dreams, opportunities, and futures.
Our Daughters Are Not Safe: Christian Families in Karachi Cry for Justice
Outside the Karachi Press Club on a warm Sunday afternoon, the chorus of voices grew louder — women clutching hand-painted placards, young girls standing shoulder to shoulder with elders, all united by a single plea: “Protect our daughters.” Christian organisations and rights activists had gathered in protest, expressing deep concern over
Eid in the Shadows: Religious Restrictions on Pakistan’s Ahmadiyya Community
Every year, as Eid al-Fitr approaches, a familiar pattern unfolds in Pakistan. While millions prepare for prayer and celebration, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community braces for restrictions, uncertainty, and, too often, outright denial of their right to worship. This year was no different. In several districts of Punjab, Ahmadis were once again
Judiciary in Chains: How Pakistan’s Blasphemy Mafia Rules the Courts and the State
Pakistan’s blasphemy laws have become a tool of systematic coercion, allowing organised religious groups and their allies to intimidate judges, prosecutors, police, and politicians, effectively holding the justice system and wider state machinery hostage. This “blasphemy complex” relies on fear of mob violence, targeted killings, and economic blackmail to paralyse institutions
Vanished Without a Trace: Hindu Girl Miran Meghwar’s Disappearance in Pakistan
Days have turned into nights, and nights into haunting silence for the family of 15-year-old Miran Meghwar, a Hindu girl from Sattar Nagar in Mirpurkhas, Sindh, who went missing and has yet to be found. Her parents wait by the door, clinging to hope with trembling hands and tearful prayers, yearning
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Blasphemy Law Misused Again: Christian Man’s Life Ruined by False Accusation
In the heart of Lahore, a young Christian man’s life is in turmoil after a false accusation of blasphemy has led to an unprecedented chain of events. Asher Rasheed Bhatti, a law-abiding citizen and an Altar Boy at St. Matthew’s Church in Awan Market, has been forced into hiding after being
Justice Abandoned in Jaranwala: When the Ashes Speak Louder Than the Verdict
Nearly two years after the horrifying night of August 16, 2023—when the skies over Jaranwala turned orange with the flames of hate—a court in Pakistan has delivered a verdict that many fear will haunt the Christian community for generations. On that day, over 20 churches were set ablaze, and more than
The Brutal Killing of Asif Masih: A Christian Worker’s Tragic Fate in Rural Pakistan
The death of 28-year-old Christian worker Asif Masih is a heartbreaking reminder of the violence and injustice that continues to plague vulnerable communities in rural Pakistan. On the fateful night between April 29 and 30, Asif, who had been working at Mushtaq Ahmad’s farm for the past year, was subjected to
Justice for Habroon: A Murder That Shook Pakistan’s Christian Community
Pakistan’s Christian community is once again mourning under the shadow of brutality. Habroon C Qaiser, only 25 years old, was murdered in cold blood in Sialkot — a young man with his whole life ahead of him, cut down before his time. He came from a respected political family, loved deeply
Under Siege: The Constant Threat to Ahmadi Worshippers in Pakistan
In Pakistan, where religious intolerance runs deep, the Ahmadi community continues to face systemic persecution and violence. A recent incident in Samanabad is a poignant reminder of their vulnerability and the constant fear that hangs over their heads. On a seemingly ordinary Friday, a dangerous mob, fueled by hate and intolerance,
13 Years On, Joseph Colony’s Scars Tell a Story of Fire, Fear, and Resilience
A Day That Changed Lives Forever Today, March 9, 2026, marks 13 years since one of the darkest days for Pakistan’s Christian community in Joseph Colony. On March 9, 2013, a neighborhood of around 300–500 Christian families, totaling roughly 1,500–2,000 people, was attacked by a furious mob, leaving hundreds homeless, traumatized,