Pakistani

Pakistani Documentary ‘Songs of the Sufi’ Captures Audience Hearts, Wins Top Award at Chicago South Asian Film Festival

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Karachi, Pakistan – The Pakistani documentary “Songs of the Sufi” recently garnered the Best Documentary – Audience Choice Award at the 15th Chicago South Asian Film Festival, highlighting a notable achievement in showcasing Sufi musical traditions on an international platform. The festival, which took place in Chicago from September 19 to 22, 2024, celebrated a wide array of South Asian films, with this particular documentary standing out among the crowd. Produced by Kamran Anwar and directed by Shahrukh Waheed, the film delves into the rich history of classical qawwali music, told through the experiences of … Read more

Rising Tensions: Pakistani Lawyer Faces Disbarment as Four Ahmadis Detained on Alleged Blasphemy Charges

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Lahore, Pakistan – In the intensifying climate of religious persecution in Pakistan, members of the Ahmadi community face severe legal and social discrimination. Recently, four Ahmadis were arrested and imprisoned on false blasphemy charges, a recurring issue in a country where the blasphemy laws are notoriously harsh and frequently manipulated. Adding to the distress of the community, a high-profile lawyer representing Ahmadi clients was threatened with disbarment simply for defending their rights in court. The lawyer, who has been a vocal advocate for religious minorities in Pakistan, reported receiving multiple threats, not only jeopardizing his … Read more

Pakistani Writer Khalilur Rehman’s Attorney Denounces Viral Video as Deepfake, Amna Arooj Seeks Justice

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Islamabad, Pakistan – A recent scandal involving a purportedly obscene video that swept across social media, allegedly featuring renowned Pakistani dramatist Khalilur Rehman, has stirred significant controversy. Legal representatives for Rehman claim that the video is a deep fake, asserting that their client has been targeted in a malicious attempt to tarnish his reputation. The video, which emerged online earlier this week, quickly captured the attention of the public and media outlets, leading to widespread speculation and debate. In response to the growing furor, Rehman’s legal team convened a press conference where they categorically denounced … Read more

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and Wife Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison for Violating Marriage Law

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ISLAMABAD — Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, have been sentenced to seven years in prison by a Pakistani court for violating the law with their marriage in 2018. This verdict comes just days after the couple was convicted and sentenced to 14 years in prison for corruption. Both cases have raised allegations of political motivation, with Khan and his family maintaining their innocence. According to the defense lawyer for Khan and Bibi, Intisar Panjutha, Judge Qudrat Ullah announced the verdict one day after the trial ended. The prosecution claimed … Read more