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SPARC State of Pakistan’s Children Report

“State of Children Report” is an annual publication produced by the Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC), a non-governmental organization based in Pakistan. The report provides information on the situation of children in the country, covering various aspects such as health, education, violence against children, juvenile justice system, etc. The report is widely cited by…

The Age Of Consent And The Borders Of Belief

ICT Child Marriage Restraint Act, 2025 marks a pivotal step toward a safer, progressive Pakistan KARACHI. Child rights organisations and advocates, along with concerned citizens, have warmly welcomed the passage of recent legislation on child marriages, describing it as a landmark step toward protecting the rights and well-being of children.…
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Why Are We Failing To Eradicate Polio?

Pakistan faces a polio crisis with 40 cases this year, highlighting an urgent need for revamped eradication strategies. On the International Day for Polio, Pakistan got an unfortunate distinction. We identified another polio case, totaling 40 so far this year. Despite successive governments declaring Polio as a high priority and…
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Four-day Deworming Initiative Launched

PESHAWAR: The health department is starting a four-day deworming programme for children aged 5 to 14 in 22 high-risk districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from November 4 to 8. Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) and the Pakistan Deworming Initiative (PDI) jointly hosted a media symposium here on Monday, focusing on…
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Down Syndrome A Genetic Condition, Not A Disease: Murad

Stresses on helping affected people lead independent and fulfilling lives Down syndrome is not a disease but a chromosomal condition, said Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and stressed the importance of dispelling misconceptions and urged a focus on the incredible potential of these individuals. “With the timely proper support and…
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Boy Tortured, Humiliated Over Rape Allegations

TOBA TEK SINGH: Two persons allegedly tortured a boy and humiliated him on allegations of rape bid at Chak 680/21-GB, Pirmahal. In the first information report (FIR), Muhammad Ramzan said his son, an electrician, was called by telephone by a woman, Saima Jamil, to repair the electric wires at her…
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Poliovirus Detected In 16 Districts On Eve Of Vaccine Drive

ISLAMABAD: With the third nationwide polio vaccination campaign of the year scheduled to begin from 28th October, polio­virus has been detec­ted in environmental samples collected from 16 districts. The Regional Reference Laboratory for Polio Eradic­a­tion at the National Institute of Health has confirmed the detection of wild poliovirus type 1…
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400 Monitors Hired To Identify Obstacles To Anti-Polio Efforts

Karachi Commissioner Syed Hassan Naqvi chaired a meeting regarding the polio eradication held at his office on 26-October-2024, and emphasized ensuring all children received polio drops. He was also briefed on children of government employees as well as employees of private organisations are avoiding polio vaccinations—a total of 6,148 children…
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PHC Seeks Govt Response To Plea For Enforcement Of Updated Nikahnama

PESHAWAR: Peshawar High Court has issued notices to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government and some of its officials, ordering them to respond to a petition for the effective introduction of the updated nikahnama and the enforcement of a law on premarital screening for thalaessaemia and hepatitis C. The order was issued…
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Balochistan Reports Country’s 41st Polio Case

ISLAMABAD: Just a day after World Polio Day, Pakistan reported another polio case on 25th October, taking this year’s tally to 41. The new case was reported from Loralai district of Balochistan. Health officials said the patient, a 42-month-old girl, had onset of paralysis on Oct 8. She did not…
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Governor For Creating Awareness To Eradicate Trafficking In Persons

ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi on 25th October called for mass level awareness in eradicating trafficking in persons and the smuggling of migrants. “However we need accurate information, informed by legal knowledge that can serve as a guideline for the government,” Mr Kundi said while addressing an interactive…
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