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Afghanistan Asks Pakistan to Take ‘Practical Steps’ Against Taliban Ahead of US Pullout 

The Afghan government’s media spokesperson has said his country wants Pakistan to take “practical steps” to close the Taliban bases and end its support for the insurgent group in the wake of the U.S. troop withdrawal from Afghanistan.

“Afghanistan’s demands are very clear,” Dawa Khan Menapal, director of Afghanistan’s Government Media and Information Center, told VOA. “We all believe that the terrorists have bases and support in Pakistan.”

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Pakistan’s Religious Minorities Say They Were Undercounted in Census

Religious minorities in Pakistan claim the country’s long-delayed census, released by the government in May, appears to have undercounted them.

Although the sixth Population and Housing Census was completed in 2017, the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics published the data on May 19. The previous census had been conducted in 1998.

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JB Connects Celebrates New Site

JB Connects celebrated the opening of its new office in Karachi on July 20, 2025, bringing forth notables to assess its 18 month performance. Civil society representatives said that Jawaid Bhutto’s sufistic philosophy to bring people together to achieve change was already paying off. They maintained that digital media posed a challenge to traditional media, with it being more difficult to control. At the same they said that the topics being selected were those which enabled society to grow collectively.

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Review of Aboard the Democracy Train

By Muhammad Hussain – Balochistan

“Abroad the Democracy Train” is a compelling and insightful account of Pakistan’s tumultuous political journey over the last decade of democracy. Through the lens of her own experiences as a journalist, Nafisa Hoodbhoy provides readers with a firsthand look into the challenges and triumphs of Pakistan’s struggle for democratic governance

.Hoodbhoy’s narrative is both engaging and informative, offering a nuanced understanding of the complex political landscape in Pakistan. From the highs of democratic elections to the lows of military coups and political turmoil, she chronicles the country’s tumultuous path with clarity and depth.

One of the book’s strengths is its focus on the individuals and voices at the forefront of Pakistan’s democratic movement. Through vivid anecdotes and personal accounts, Hoodbhoy brings to life the stories of activists, journalists, and ordinary citizens who have played pivotal roles in shaping Pakistan’s political destiny.

Moreover, “Abroad the Democracy Train” offers valuable insights into the challenges facing Pakistan’s democratic institutions, including issues of corruption, censorship, and political polarization. Hoodbhoy’s analysis is incisive and thought-provoking, shedding light on the complexities of governance in a country marked by deep-seated divisions and competing interests.

Overall, “Abroad the Democracy Train” is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of Pakistani politics and the ongoing struggle for democracy in the region. Hoodbhoy’s journalistic expertise, combined with her deep empathy for the people of Pakistan, makes this book an essential addition to the literature on South Asian politics and society.