Blogs
Lahore’s (Ichra) Gold Scam: Theft, Fraud, or Criminal Breach of Trust?
In December 2025, a massive financial scandal shook Lahore’s Ichra Market. A trader named Sheikh Waseem Akhtar allegedly collected gold worth nearly PKR 10 billion (100 crore) from multiple individuals and then disappeared. For nearly a month, social media buzzed with...
Allegations of Police Abuse and Extortion Despite High Court Restraining Orders
On 24 November 2025, several shopkeepers were summoned to a local police station late at night, despite the fact that they were already protected under a High Court restraining order. What followed, according to the victims, was not lawful inquiry, but harassment,...
Can You Register an FIR or Obtain Bail Through Power of Attorney While Abroad?
(A Landmark Lahore High Court Judgment Explained) In today’s globalized world, it is common for Pakistani citizens to be living or working abroad. A recurring legal question arises in such situations: what happens if a crime is committed against you in Pakistan while...
One Office, Endless Convenience: Why Joining the Chamber of Commerce Makes Sense
In Pakistan, almost every citizen has regular interaction with government departments. Whether it is getting a CNIC or a child’s B-Form from NADRA, applying for a passport, resolving electricity or water bills, dealing with excise matters, or addressing customs and...
Legal Age of Nikah in Pakistan: Province-Wise Explanation
The question of the legal age for Nikah (marriage) in Pakistan often creates confusion, especially because marriage laws differ across provinces. This blog aims to clearly explain what the law says, where it applies, and how provincial differences affect legality. 1....
Patriotism or Hatred? A Reflection on Media Narratives and Responsible Discourse
In recent times, a controversial podcast clip from India has gone viral, sparking serious concern and debate. The discussion is not just about what was said, but about the mindset it reflects and the influence it carries. The Viral Clip and Its Message In the clip, a...
Viral Videos, Public Reaction, and the Question of Intent: A Legal and Moral Perspective
A single video can spark massive debate, outrage, and division. Recently, a viral clip featuring controversial phrases triggered strong reactions across social media. For some, it was offensive. For others, it was merely a misunderstood attempt at humor or a deeper...
Can Police Check Your Mobile Phone at a Checkpoint? Understanding Your Legal Rights in Pakistan
In recent years, students and ordinary citizens across Pakistan have increasingly reported a troubling practice at police checkpoints: after stopping individuals and checking their ID cards, some police officers proceed to search personal mobile phones. WhatsApp...
Sensationalism vs Law: Misuse of Sensitive Narratives in Pakistani Media
In recent times, digital media platforms and podcast culture in Pakistan have increasingly relied on provocative thumbnails and misleading captions to attract views. A recent viral video highlights this troubling trend, where a deeply sensitive marital dispute was...
When Students Pay the Price for Institutional Failure: A Call for Accountability in Nursing Education
Across Punjab, hundreds of nursing students are facing an injustice that threatens not only their education but their future. These students, many of them young women from distant and underprivileged areas such as Multan and Bahawalpur, secured admission to nursing...