Noor Zafar

Opinion

Altamush Saeed’s animal-rights work and Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro’s landmark ruling led to a permanent ban on killing stray dogs in Islamabad, ordering CNR and enforcing the 2020 policy.

Opinion

As Pakistan faces “autocratic legalism” and executive control over appointments, India and Bangladesh show reversal is possible. India’s Supreme Court rejected 2015 reforms that threatened judicial independence, citing the basic structure doctrine.

Opinion

The article argues that Urdu vocabulary for rape—focused on “honour” and “shame”—reinforces patriarchal rape culture. It shifts blame to survivors, discourages reporting, and undermines consent-based justice.

Opinion

Hadi Ali Chattha, a respected lawyer from Multan, faces legal challenges that resonate deeply within his community. His commitment to justice and education remains unwavering.