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Pakistan arrests Hindu man for Blasphemy

Pakistan’s has arrested a Hindu businessman in southern Balochistan province for allegedly sharing blasphemous content on WhatsApp. Prakash Kumar, a Hindu business owner  was arrested under Sections 295-A and 295-C of Pakistan’s penal code for allegedly sharing a blasphemous image on WhatsApp, a popular messaging application.The police station where Prakash was being held was attacked by an angry mob, led by an influential religious cleric and a politician from the ruling Pakistan Muslim League party, demanding that police hand him …

Pakistani Hindu wins Emerging Young Leaders Award

A Pakistani Hindu has become the first Pakistani to be awarded the Emerging Young Leaders Award. The award is granted by the U.S. Department of State to a group of young leaders in recognition of their efforts to promote positive social change in their communities. Raj Kumar who is a member of the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network won the award after serving in various leadership positions within Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network and has worked on projects focusing on countering violent extremist voices …

‘Blasphemers deserve death penalty’ says PTI

One of Pakistan’s leading political party which calls for “moderation and freedom to practice the religion” has reaffirmed its support for Pakistan’s controversial blasphemy laws. Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf(PTI) which is headed by cricketer turned politician Imran Khan tweeted its support for the blasphemy laws and endorsed the death penalty for those who commit of Blasphemy. In series of tweets, PTI stated that the party severely condemns ‘false propaganda that the party plans to make changes to blasphemy laws’. PTI’s official twitter …

Protests await Pakistani leaders in Washington

Pakistani-Americans are planning to hold a protest in Washington on Thursday to protest what they call a “systemic crackdown on freedom of expression in Pakistan”. The demonstration is being held outside The Foreign Policy Institute as Pakistan’s political elite gather for an event to discuss Pakistan-US relations. The protest comes as Pakistan intensifies crackdown on bloggers and activists. Several bloggers and activists went missing from various Pakistani cities between January 4 and 7, sparking nationwide protests. Earlier this month, activist and academic …

لاہور میں احمدی ڈاکٹر قتل

پاکستان کے صوبہ پنجاب کے دارالحکومت لاہور میں پولیس کے مطابق ایک احمدی ڈاکٹر کو نامعلوم حملہ آور نے گولی مار کر ہلاک کر دیا ہے۔ پولیس کا کہنا ہے کہ 68 سالہ ڈاکٹر اشفاق کو بظاہر ہدف بنا کر قتل کیا گیا ہے تاہم اس بارے میں حتمی رائے تحقیقات کے بعد ہی قائم کی جا سکے گی۔ یہ واقعہ جمعے کو ملتان روڈ کے علاقے سبزہ زار کالونی میں پیش آیا جب نامعلوم مسلح شخص نے ڈاکٹر اشفاق …

Ahmadi doctor shot dead in Pakistan

A doctor from the minority Ahmadiyya community was shot dead in the Pakistani city of Lahore on Friday. 69-year-old Ashfaq Ahmad and his 11-year-old grandson were making their way to the local Mosque for Friday prayers when they were attacked by a lone gunman on a motorbike near Moon Market. The popular market area is situated in the suburb of Allama Iqbal Town. Dr Ashfaq Ahmed had retired as a professor from Lahore University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences. He held …

Maltese Muslims call for Peace at annual Symposium

Maltese Muslims called for peace at an annual symposium held on March 28th. The annual Peace Symposium titled “Jihad & Terrorism” was organized by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Malta, in collaboration with University of Malta’s student council. The symposium also featured a Holy Quran exhibition. Speaking at the symposium, President KSU (Student Council) Steph Dalli said, “Diversity enriches our societies and communities and provides ample opportunities of sharing and learning from each other. The motto of the Ahmadiyya Muslim …

Facebook’s copycat spree continues with TownHall

Facebook recently released a new tool that lets its users find out and connect with their local, state and federal representatives. However, the tool which is called “Town Hall,” is not the first to provide such a functionality. In 2001, when Facebook did not even exist an Indian immigrant Shukoor Ahmed founded StateDemocracy.com, which connected citizens with their elected officials in all 50 States and provided input to both Federal and State elected officials on legislation. Shukoor eventually shut down …

Pakistan-born Ahmadi to run for lieutenant governor of California

A Pakistani-born doctor announced Wednesday that he is joining the 2018 race for lieutenant governor on a platform of saving the Affordable Care Act, providing free community college education and fighting what he termed “Donald Trump’s hate.” “I am a proud Muslim and I love America,” Dr. Asif Mahmood said at a news conference in front of the downtown federal building that houses a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement field office. “President Trump continues to attack people like me: immigrants, …

Killer of Ahmadi Lawyer gives himself up to Police

A Pakistani man who killed a prominent lawyer has given himself up to the local Police. According to Police sources, 36-year-old Muhammad Rashid, a security guard by profession turned himself into the Police and plead guilty to the murder of 69-year-old Saleem Latif. Advocate Latif who also served as the city head of minority Ahmadiyya community was shot dead on Thursday morning. In a statement given to Police, Arshad who goes by the nickname ‘Kodu’ said that he killed Latif …

Pakistan arrests ‘Muslim Reformer’ for Blasphemy

A Pakistani man who claimed to be a Muslim Reformer has been arrested by the country’s security forces for Blasphemy. According to family members, Nasir Sultani was arrested from Islamabad Airport on March 21st. Days earlier, on March 17th the BBC reported that Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui of Islamabad High Court had added Sultani’s name onto the ECL (exit control list) and instructed the FIA (Federal Investigation Agency) to prepare a detailed report on him. 51-year-old Sultani claimed to be …

Ahmadi man shot dead in Nankana Sahib, Pakistan

An Ahmadi leader was killed Thursday morning after unidentified gunmen opened fire on him and his son. Malik Saleem Latif, who was also a prominent lawyer was on his way to the local court on a motorbike along with his son Advocate Farhan, when the unidentified attackers trailing behind them opened fire. As a result, Latif who was related to Pakistani Nobel Prize winner Dr. Abdus Salam died on the spot while his son survived the attack. Speaking to the …