Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Democracy in a Changing World
Dr, Muahammad Akram Zaheer In 2021, before her death,Madeleine Albright expressed the expectations about democracy and contrasts with the sobering reality that has unfolded over the past four years. She explained why the anticipated resurgence has not occurred, how authoritarian states have adapted; how the United States has shifted away from its long-standing support for democratic causes and why democratic, ideals nonetheless remain alive in many societies despite mounting pressures.Madeleine Albright argued that authoritarianism was inherently weak because it relied on coercion rather than genuine public legitimacy. She believed thatRead More
ISLAMABAD: Torch ceremony of the 35th national games held
ISLAMABAD, NOV 23 /DNA/ – The torch relay ceremony of the 35th National Games was held at Rawal Dam in Islamabad, featuring the participation of Olympian Sadaf Siddiqui and Asian gold medalist Muhammad Akram. A large number of athletes, organizers, and officials from the Islamabad Olympic Association were also present on the occasion. During the ceremony, the Islamabad Olympic Association formally handed over the torch to the Balochistan Olympic Association, marking the next phase of its symbolic journey. The torch had traveled through various cities before reaching the federal capital,Read More
Jordanian Ambassador to inaugurate Heritage Furniture Exhibition at Islamabad Marriott
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – M. Hayat & Bros., one of Pakistan’s oldest and most revered furniture houses, is set to host a exclusive two-day Heritage Furniture Exhibition on November 22nd and 23rd, 2025. The event will be held at the Lapiz Hall, Marriott Hotel, from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm daily. Established in 1870, the brand will celebrate over a century and a half of dedication to traditional artistry and fine woodworking. The exhibition will be inaugurated each day at 12:00 noon, with the inauguration on the first day graced by His ExcellencyRead More
Punjab by-elections: Polling underway on 13 PA, NA seats
ISLAMABAD, NOV 23 : Polling is underway today for by-elections on 13 key seats of the National Assembly and Punjab Assembly, with thousands of security personnel deployed across Punjab. The contests—many triggered by the disqualification of PTI-backed candidates—have drawn intense political attention, particularly in Lahore’s NA-129 and Haripur’s NA-18. Polling opened at 8am and will continue until 5pm, with the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) overseeing the process under a reinforced security plan. Most seats were vacated after PTI-backed members were disqualified following their conviction in the May 9, 2023Read More