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The Silent Crisis of Forced Marriages of Hindu Girls in Pakistan

In some parts of Pakistan, especially in villages and rural areas of Sindh, a serious but ignored problem is happening. Many young Hindu girls, some

A poster for the drama Tan Man Neelo Neel shows a man and woman on an old TV screen, glowing with soft light. Around the TV, a crowd of angry, shadowy people is shown, creating a dark and chaotic scene.
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Tan Man Neelo Neel: A Drama That Dared to Speak

Introduction The drama ‘Tan Man Neelo Neel’ has been written by Mustafa Afridi. It has been directed by Saifi Hassan and produced by Sultana Siddique.

A tense scene inside an operation theater where a young child lies unconscious on the surgical table, surrounded by doctors urgently trying to save their life. Outside the theater, a group of people stand hesitantly, refusing to donate blood due to common myths. Speech bubbles above them read: "Blood donation makes you weak!", "I might get an infection!", and "What if I need my blood later?". A clock on the wall indicates time running out, while an empty blood bag highlights the critical need. Bold text on the image says "Contropulse", with a tagline at the bottom: "Your myths cost lives. Break the myths. Donate blood, save a child.
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Breaking the Myths: The Truth About Blood Donation in Pakistan

Introduction: The Lifesaving Act We Often Overlook In Pakistan, a child battling thalassemia needs a blood transfusion every month. A mother hemorrhaging during childbirth clings

Three street vendors in Commercial Market, Rawalpindi, standing by their carts with tired faces, showing their daily struggles. "Contropulse" has been written in the corner of the picture.
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Street Vendors of Commercial Market: Lived Experiences

Shopping is a part of our daily lives, and malls are often the first choice due to their convenience and variety. However, they are not

A chessboard showing Pakistan's politics, where tired pawns stand for common people, and tall shadowy pieces show powerful leaders, all under a stormy sky.
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The Chess Board of Politics: Sacrifices of the Pawns in Pakistan

Discover how the Sacrifices of the Pawns in Pakistan shape the political landscape, where power plays and public struggles collide. Introduction Politics in Pakistan is
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The Intersection of Religion and Development in Pakistan

Introduction of Religion and Development In Pakistan, religion has significantly influenced various development projects and policies. Based on Islamic charity principles, the Zakat system is

Progress or Displacement?
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“Metro Systems in Pakistan: A Double-Edged Sword of Progress and Displacement”

From the bustling streets of Lahore to the historic neighborhoods of Islamabad, the rise of metro systems in Pakistan has promised convenience and progress. But

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