I am not in Pakistan but as a woman I don’t feel safe

Pakistani society is polarized between victim-blaming and extreme punitive measures for rapists, leaving women feeling unsafe. A recent rape incident on the Lahore-Sialkot motorway highlighted the absence of police and victim-blaming by officials, sparking public outrage. The article criticizes the government's handling of such cases and the societal tendency to rationalize sexual violence. Movements like Aurat March and #metoo are mentioned as efforts to combat these issues, but the overall sentiment is one of frustration and fear for women's safety in Pakistan.

PIA crash coverage: The melodramatic news trade

The article criticizes the media's sensationalist coverage of the PIA plane crash in Karachi, highlighting the insensitivity and lack of factual reporting. It describes how news outlets and social media platforms prioritized ratings over responsible journalism, leading to misinformation and emotional distress for the victims' families. The piece calls for a collective realization within the media industry to avoid exploiting tragedies for fleeting attention and to uphold ethical standards.

PIA crash coverage: The melodramatic news trade

Following the crash of a PIA jetliner in Karachi, media outlets engaged in a race for ratings, compromising sensitivity and factual reporting. The coverage included the release of the flight manifest, presuming all passengers dead, and a lack of regard for the victims' families. The media's melodramatic approach overshadowed the tragedy, leading to a loss of credibility when some passengers were found alive. The incident sparked criticism from journalists on social media, calling out the irresponsible coverage and highlighting the need for better disaster reporting training.

Will Pakistan’s Mass Surveillance Strategy Outlive the Pandemic?

Pakistan's intelligence services have activated a secret surveillance system, typically used to track militants, to monitor coronavirus patients. Prime Minister Imran Khan enlisted the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) to assist with the pandemic as cases surged. The system employs geo-fencing and telco-tracking, raising privacy and data protection concerns. Pakistan lacks comprehensive data protection laws, and previous legislation has expanded state surveillance powers. Rights activists and think tanks like Media Matters for Democracy (MMfD) have called for privacy rights to be upheld. The effectiveness of this surveillance in containing COVID-19 and its potential persistence post-pandemic are subjects of debate.

How a Pakistani is weathering the COVID-19 lock down in Denmark

The article narrates the personal experience of a Pakistani student in Denmark during the COVID-19 lockdown. It highlights the initial underestimation of the virus, the rapid escalation of cases, and the subsequent self-imposed quarantine measures in Denmark. The author expresses concerns about travel restrictions, the impact on daily life, and the importance of maintaining hygiene. Despite the challenges, the author emphasizes the significance of staying connected with loved ones and the collective effort to prevent the spread of the virus.

How a Pakistani is weathering the COVID-19 lock down in Denmark

The article details the personal experiences of a Pakistani international student in Denmark during the COVID-19 lockdown. It describes the initial underestimation of the virus, the rapid escalation of cases, and the subsequent self-imposed quarantine measures in Denmark. The author expresses concerns about travel restrictions, the impact on daily life, and the challenges of maintaining hygiene and mental health. The narrative highlights the importance of social and moral responsibility in staying put to prevent the spread of the virus and the value of staying connected with loved ones through digital means.

Published human interest feature stories on gender and others on politics for a mobile-first news outlet in Pakistan.

How a Pakistani is weathering the COVID-19 lock down in Denmark

The article discusses the personal experiences of a Pakistani individual living in Denmark during the COVID-19 lockdown. It highlights the changes in behavior and the adoption of hygiene practices prompted by the pandemic. The author reflects on the paranoia that has become evident in various ways among the population, and how this situation has led to learning and implementing better hygiene measures to prevent the spread of the virus.

COMMUNITY: THE ISLAND IN A COMA Seasonal unemployment brings life at Baba Island to a halt

The article discusses the impact of seasonal unemployment on the community of Baba Island, highlighting how it brings life to a standstill during certain times of the year. The journalist, Kaukab Tahir Shairani, covers the challenges faced by the island's inhabitants when employment opportunities dwindle with the changing seasons. Additionally, the article mentions Wukla, an online platform that offers legal paperwork services, suggesting it as a convenient solution for handling legal transactions such as car sales or purchase agreements.

A 7.5 minute long documentary created as part undergrad thesis project on marine pollution and its impact on human health.