Abdullah Gauhar Malik

4 days ago | pakobserver.net | Abdullah Gauhar Malik

MEDIA jingoism is not new. But what we saw following the Pahalgam terrorist attack, where Indian talk shows turned into makeshift war rooms within minutes is worth unpacking… if for nothing else, then for the headache that I, and I assume many like me, got after carefully monitoring the news reports coming out of there for two consecutive days. Anchors screamed for retribution, panelists mapped out airstrikes, and headlines called for escalation, all before any investigation had even begun.

2 months ago | pakobserver.net | Abdullah Gauhar Malik

IN 2023, I wrote an article titled ‘Why Must the Aurat March?’ In 2024, I followed up with ‘Why Must the Aurat Still March?’ And now, in 2025, I find myself compelled to write once more, not as a woman experiencing this reality firsthand, but as a man who refuses to look away. The march was never meant to be a tradition; it was never meant to be an annual reminder of the violence and injustices women face.

2 months ago | pakobserver.net | Abdullah Gauhar Malik

An exclusive Interview with Mr. Geir T. Tonstol, ILO Country DirectorGeir has been serving as the ILO Country Director in Pakistan since January 2023. He began his career with the ILO in 2003 in Geneva, spending seven years at the organization's headquarters. During his time in Geneva, he worked at the Bureau for Gender Equality before moving to the regional office in Ethiopia. PO: Geir in Pakistan – Expectations and Reality Geir:“Well, honestly, I did not know what to expect.

Dec 1, 2024 | pakobserver.net | Abdullah Gauhar Malik

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a fascinating country known for its unique blend of rich cultural heritage and futuristic ambitions. Nestled in the Arabian Gulf, the UAE offers visitors an unparalleled experience, balancing the old-world charm of its traditions with the glamour of its ultramodern cities. Cultural HeritageAt its core, UAE culture is deeply rooted in Islamic traditions and Bedouin values.

Oct 31, 2024 | pakobserver.net | Abdullah Gauhar Malik

GOVERNMENTS and parliaments have come and gone in Pakistan but the obsession with constitutional amendments, especially with those relating to the judiciary, seem to have stood the test of time. A look back at the last few decades suggests that the parliament has so far passed an odd 23 constitutional amendments. While the most recent one, passed as recently as last week, is numbered 26, it is important to remember that three were introduced but never passed.