From Oil Shock to Checkout Lines: US–Iran War Drives Global Spike in Consumer Costs Apr 17th by Kainat Rajput The US–Iran war has triggered a major economic shock, with oil prices surging and consumer goods disruptions rippling through global markets and supply chains — particularly for oil and goods that flow through the Strait of Hormuz. Consumers across the United States and worldwide are facing sharply higher costs for fuel, transportation, food, and everyday goods, placing increasing pressure on households and businesses. This national news briefing, organized by American Community…
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The Moment of Destiny – A Call for National Unity in Pakistan
The Moment of Destiny: A Call for National Unity By Siraj Narsi Standing among the Pakistani scholars, thinkers, enthusiastic young professionals and students at the Harvard University Pakistan Conference on April 12, I wondered about the theme echoing through the halls: Pakistan—from potential to performance. For years, this phrase has been a hopeful academic exercise. The speakers spoke of our strategic location, our youth bulge, and our resilience as the “potential” that was always waiting for the right moment. For decades, we have been told that Pakistan’s potential was a…
Read MoreKhatm-e-Nabuwwat Course Lahore – Scholars Highlight Importance of Belief
Khatm-e-Nabuwwat Course Held in Samanabad Lahore, Scholars Emphasize Importance of the Belief Qadianism Has No Authentic Evidence; Finality of Prophethood is the Foundation of Faith: Speakers Lahore: A one-day Khatm-e-Nabuwwat course was organized by the International Majlis Tahaffuz Khatm-e-Nabuwwat, Muslim Town Lahore (Samanabad), at Jamia Masjid Aks Jameel, Lahore. The session was presided over by Naib Ameer Lahore, Pir Mian Muhammad Rizwan Nafees, while the arrangements were supervised by Imam Jamia Masjid Aks Jameel, Maulana Qamar Khan Naqshbandi. The course was attended by central leader of the organization Maulana Aziz-ur-Rehman Sani,…
Read MoreShafqatullah Mushtaq – A Symbol of Integrity, Knowledge and Leadership
A Beacon of Knowledge, Integrity, and Spiritual Grace — The Journey of Shafqatullah Mushtaq’s Personality The land of Pir Mahal has long been a cradle of knowledge, literature, wisdom, and distinguished personalities. Among its shining figures is Shafqatullah Mushtaq, a multifaceted individual who has harmoniously blended knowledge, integrity, literary taste, and a spiritual temperament into his personality. He stands simultaneously as a dignified civil servant and a sensitive literary mind. My first introduction to him came through journalistic circles, but the depth of our relationship developed during a difficult…
Read MoreField Marshal Asim Munir at Center of US-Iran De-escalation Efforts
Field Marshal Asim Munir: Pakistan’s Soldier-Diplomat at the Center of U.S.-Iran De-escalation Efforts Dateline: April 20, 2026) When Pakistan elevated General Syed Asim Munir to the rank of Field Marshal in May 2025, it marked only the second time in the nation’s history that a serving officer received the five-star rank. Less than a year later, Munir would find himself at the intersection of one of 2026’s most dangerous geopolitical flashpoints: the direct military confrontation between the United States, Israel, and Iran. From Army Chief to Chief of Defence ForcesMunir’s…
Read MoreWar and Peace Turn Into Market Game as Speculators Profit from Global Tensions
War and Peace: A Market Product for Speculators Sometimes in world politics, there are scenes where diplomacy, peace, and negotiations are seemingly being talked about, but another world is also active in the background—a world where predictions are made about outcomes, and billions of dollars are at stake on those predictions. The ongoing Iran-US peace talks in Islamabad today also reflect this dual reality. Reports are that big American capitalists are facilitating speculators with statements that change every morning and evening and are also earning millions of dollars, especially since…
Read MoreDesecration of Sacred Figures Raises Global Concerns Over Religious Respect
Desecration of Sacred Figures of Abrahamic Faiths and the Test of Global Conscience The world has once again witnessed an incident that has not only hurt religious sensitivities but also shaken the global conscience. In southern Lebanon, an image surfaced showing a soldier smashing a statue of the crucified Jesus Christ. Subsequently, the Israel Defense Forces confirmed the authenticity of the image, terming the act inconsistent with its military values and announcing an investigation, while Israeli leadership, including Benjamin Netanyahu and Gideon Saar, condemned the act and expressed regret. On…
Read MoreJapan’s Move Against Petrodollar Shakes Global Economy
Japan’s Decision That Sent Shockwaves Through the Global Economy (By Mian Iftikhar Ahmad) Japan has made a decision that is being described as an attack on the global economy, and this decision may have an even deeper impact than a major war. Japan, once considered the closest ally of the United States, has now set out on a path for its energy survival that has caused turmoil within Washington. This path is a direct assault on the petrodollar, and its effects are being felt globally. The petrodollar is the system…
Read MoreUK Refuses Iran War Involvement, Keir Starmer Takes Independent Stance
UK Distances Itself from Iran Conflict: Keir Starmer’s Clear Stance (By Mian Iftikhar Ahmad) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has taken a firm and unambiguous position on the Iran issue, stating that the United Kingdom will not participate in any potential war against Iran, he emphasized that despite intense diplomatic and political pressure from the United States, the UK will shape its foreign policy independently and will not engage in any action that could further escalate tensions and instability in the region, this stance comes at a time when geopolitical…
Read More: AC Maham Wahid Inspects Polio Teams in Sahiwal, Ensures Vaccination Drive
AC Sahiwal Maham Wahid Inspects Polio Teams and Transit Points (BY: Tayyab Habib Khan, Bureau Chief Sahiwal Division) Assistant Commissioner Maham Wahid visited various residential areas and bus and wagon stands to review the performance of field teams of Tehsil Sahiwal in connection with the ongoing polio campaign across the district. Where he conducted a detailed review of the attendance of polio teams, the process of vaccinating children, the accuracy of records and the implementation of the micro plan. On this occasion, he directed the teams to go door to…
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