Author: Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

ILO Country Director Presents Appreciation Shield to PESSI Faisalabad Director

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad
ILO Pakistan Country Director Geir Thomas Tonstol presents an appreciation shield to PESSI Faisalabad Director Ihsan ul Haq during his visit to Faisalabad.

ILO Country Director Presents Appreciation Shield to PESSI Faisalabad Director By Iftikhar Ahmad FAISALABAD, November 3, 2026: Geir Thomas Tonstol, Country Director of the International Labour Organization (ILO) in Pakistan, presented an appreciation shield to Ihsan ul Haq, Director of the Punjab Employees Social Security Institution (PESSI), Faisalabad, in recognition of his professional performance and dedicated services. The shield was presented during the ILO Country Director’s visit to Faisalabad on November 3, acknowledging the commitment and performance of the PESSI Directorate in carrying out its responsibilities towards workers’ welfare and…

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Binance Hit by $6.3 Billion Crypto Hack in Record Theft

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad
Digital illustration representing the reported $6.3 billion Binance cryptocurrency security breach and global cybersecurity concerns.

Biggest Cyber Heist in History: Over $6 Billion in Cryptocurrency Stolen from Binance۔ Alleged North Korean Cyber Attack Plunges Global Digital Markets into Crisis, Leaving Millions of Investors at Risk۔ By Mian Iftikhar Ahmad The world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange Binance has fallen victim to the biggest and most catastrophic cyber attack in history, resulting in the theft of over six billion two hundred forty million dollars worth of digital currency. This unprecedented event has sent massive shockwaves through global financial markets and the digital asset ecosystem, with financial experts and…

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Surah At-Tariq and Modern Science: A Scientific Perspective

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad
An open Quran beneath a star-filled cosmic sky illustrating an article about Surah At-Tariq and modern science.

Surah At-Tariq and Modern Scientific Research: Cosmic Pulsation, Human Creation, and the Scientific Veracity of the Quran Mian Iftikhar Ahmad Surah At-Tariq is the eighty-sixth chapter of the Holy Quran, revealed during the Makkan period, and consists of only seventeen verses, yet in terms of its volume this surah possesses immense depth and vast themes. This surah begins with an oath by the sky and a specific star which the Quran has termed At-Tariq, meaning the one that knocks at night, and An-Najm Ath-Thaqib, meaning the luminous, piercing star. Thereafter…

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Pakistan Police System: Thana Culture and the Need for Reform

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad
A Pakistani police officer at a police station front desk as a citizen waits to register a complaint, illustrating police culture and the need for institutional reform.

End of the “Thana Culture” or Death of the System? By Mian Iftikhar Ahmad Has Pakistan’s Police System Become Completely Hollow from Within? Pakistan’s policing and criminal justice system is experiencing a profound, widespread, and structural decline rooted deeply in historical, legal, administrative, political, and social structures. When the question arises whether Pakistan’s police system has become completely dysfunctional, a realistic assessment suggests that the system has become largely paralyzed in delivering its fundamental security and public service functions. However, it continues to serve a particular purpose: maintaining a form…

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Israel Elections: Netanyahu, Iran Tensions and Overseas Voters

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad
Symbolic representation of Israeli elections, regional tensions with Iran and the potential role of overseas Israeli voters.

Israel Elections, Iran Tensions and the Role of Overseas Voters Gain Significance Security Developments, Netanyahu’s Political Future, Potential Return of Israelis Living Abroad and New Opportunities for the Opposition BY Mian Iftikhar Ahmad LAHORE, Pakistan: As Israel’s parliamentary elections approach, discussions surrounding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political future, escalating tensions with Iran and the electoral role of Israeli citizens living abroad are gaining significance. Alongside the contest between Netanyahu’s right-wing governing coalition and various opposition parties, regional security, judicial reforms, government performance and Israel’s international standing could also influence the…

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Netanyahu’s Political Battle: War, Corruption and International Law

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Netanyahu’s Political Future and International Law

Netanyahu’s Final Political Battle: Power, War, Corruption, and Israel’s Future in the Grip of International Law Mian Iftikhar Ahmed Benjamin Netanyahu’s political struggle is no longer merely a battle to save a prime minister’s seat. It has become a defining test of Israel’s democratic system, judicial independence, military strategy, the supremacy of international law, American foreign policy, and the future of the Middle East. Its consequences will be felt far beyond Israel’s borders. The Israeli parliamentary elections scheduled for October 27, 2026, are of extraordinary significance in this crisis because…

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Critical Security Flaws Uncovered in PHP: Government Websites Shut Down Globally, Including Europe

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad
Critical PHP security flaws raise concerns about government website security worldwide

Cyber Emergency Facing Worldwide Internet Infrastructure   Lahore (Mian Iftikhar Ahmad): A global cybersecurity crisis has erupted after extremely critical security vulnerabilities were discovered in PHP, the world’s most popular programming language used across internet infrastructure and websites. As a result, government web portals, local government networks, and public online services across various regions, including Europe, the UK, Japan, and Australia, have been severely impacted, while several system administrators have temporarily shut down key servers to protect data and prevent cyberattacks. Artificial intelligence played a pivotal role in identifying these…

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The Illusion of Time: Quantum Physics and Free Will

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad
Conceptual illustration of spacetime, quantum particles and a human brain exploring the relationship between time, quantum mechanics and free will.

The Illusion of Time: Eternity, Quantum Mechanics, the Secrets of the Block Universe, and the End of Free Will Mian Iftikhar Ahmad Questions emerging in the worlds of modern theoretical physics, quantum mechanics, and neuroscience regarding the existence of time and human volition have brought human intellect to a juncture where the most fundamental truths of the universe and humanity seem to directly contradict our everyday experiences and observations. From the movement of clock hands to the advancements in quantum entanglement—is time truly a scientific illusion? Quantum decoherence and the…

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The Journey of the US Economy and Global Markets from “One-Way Siphon” to “Two-Way Rupture”

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad
US financial markets, dollar currency and global investment trends

Rising US debt, tighter dollar liquidity and shifting investor sentiment are reshaping global markets and challenging America’s financial dominance   (By: Mian Iftikhar Ahmad) For decades, global investors have channelled vast amounts of money into US stocks and government bonds. These investments helped finance American consumer spending and business expansion. They also strengthened the dollar’s position in international markets. Today, several economic pressures threaten this long-standing pattern. Rising government debt, tighter dollar liquidity and changing investor sentiment are reshaping the relationship between the United States and the global economy. Investors…

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British-Scottish Scholarships Awarded to Deserving Students in Faisalabad

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British-Scottish Scholarships Faisalabad ceremony for deserving students

Faisalabad (Mian Iftikhar Ahmad) — A ceremony for the distribution of British-Scottish Scholarships Faisalabad took place at the Catholic Bishop’s House in Faisalabad. The Catholic Board of Education, Faisalabad, organized the event. The National Catholic Education Commission (NCEC) Pakistan also supported the program. The Catholic Board of Education, Faisalabad Diocese, joined the effort. The British Council and Scottish Government also supported the scholarship initiative. Bishop Dr. Indrias Rehmat, Bishop of the Faisalabad Diocese, attended the ceremony as chief guest. He distributed scholarships among deserving and meritorious students. The scholarships will…

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