Bitter Winter starts a series on the bloody repression of Ahmadis, a large religious minority in Pakistan, investigating why it is happening.
Pakistan
Khipro, Pakistan Hindu Temple Vandalized
To offend Pakistan Hindus even more deeply, the attack against the temple in Khipro was carried out in the day celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna.
Statue of First Sikh Maharaja Vandalized in Pakistan
The attack on the memorial of Maharaja Ranjit Singh at the Lahore Fort generated widespread emotion in Pakistan and India.
Pakistan: Charges Against 8-Year-Old Dropped, Problems Remain
After international protests, Prime Minister intervenes and prosecution is stopped. But the boy is still at risk of private vendetta, and unjust laws remain.
Why an 8-Year-Old Can Be Tried for Blasphemy in Pakistan
Few realize that in the Pakistani Penal Code the minimum age for criminal responsibility in 7. A Hindu boy may face death penalty.
Pakistani Kashmiri Activist: “Founder of Ahmadis Should Have Been Cut Into Pieces”
Sundas Malik later said “offence was unintentional,” but did not apologize.
Pakistan: Court Validates Conversion, Marriage of 13-Year-Old Christian Girl
According to the Lahore High Court, Nayab Gill is 19. But her birth certificate says she is 13.
Pakistan: Government Criticized for Not Supporting Hinglaj Mata Mandir
More than one million visit the Hindu shrine every year. Yet the central government “would not spend a penny” for needed work there, Senator says.
Pakistan and China: “We Will Always Support Each Other”
In an interview with the CCP TV, Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan confirms that the two countries have become “iron brothers.”
Pakistan: Sikhs Protest Disrepair of Historical Temple
The Gurdwara Nanaksar Sahib in Chak Fateh Binder has a direct connection with the life of Guru Nanak. Now, it is at risk of collapsing.