Our mother–daughter chill time became too chill… thanks to that mango sago and the cold outside. 😄 ❄️

Zohran Mamdani’s victory speech was powerful, emotional, and full of purpose. This man knows what to say and when to say it — his words touch hearts and awaken hope. When he asked New York to breathe in that moment because the city had been reborn.

History made: Zohran Mamdani is New York City’s next mayor. He has shattered barriers as the first Muslim, first South Asian, and first immigrant in nearly 140 years to hold this office. A milestone not just for NYC—but for every community long underrepresented in leadership.

History was made in Virginia tonight. Abigail Spanberger will be the first woman governor after 74 consecutive male governors, while Ghazala Hashmi becomes the first Muslim-American woman elected lieutenant governor. Two historic victories.

Fall colors ✨️

پڑھتا جا شرماتا جا ۔۔۔۔۔۔۔

“Our religion categorically forbids burning places of worship or mistreating non-Muslims .” Azma Bukhari in a press conference today.

Decades of dysfunction have reduced us to celebrating the bare minimum—actions that any decent govt, secular or Islamic, should take as a matter of duty to maintain law & order & protect its citizens. May reason & sanity finally prevail so we can move beyond symbolic victories.

Pakistan finally takes a firm stand — imposing a decisive ban on the terrorist group Tehreek e Labbaik Pakistan (TLP). Pakistan Zindabad 🇵🇰

Only fall colors can make me drive slow 🍁

رحمت للعالمین، خاتم النبیین حضرت محمد مصطفیٰ ﷺ سے محبت کا سب سے بہترین اظہار انکے اسوہ حسنہ پر حقیقی عمل اور انسانیت سے محبت اور خدمت میں ہے۔

Today, the Minara-tul-Masih was inaugurated in New York by the National President of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community USA. As I watched, I thought of those minarets of Ahmadis’ mosques being torn down in my homeland. May Pakistan one day uphold the freedom Islam truly safeguards.

Loving Pakistan Idol — such refreshing talent and pure passion for music! More power to the team and may the best voices of Pakistan rise and shine. 🇵🇰

Veteran Indian actor Asrani passes away. Grew up watching him in every other film; that voice, those expressions, that perfect comic timing. An entire era of laughter & innocence gone with him. Some actors don’t just entertain, they become part of your childhood. Rest in peace.

"Israeli exceptionalism is the greatest threat to peace today. The world asks why the Middle East burns? Because one state is allowed to act as judge, jury & executioner — immune to consequences." Read my full piece here ⬇️ ainaeabsaar.org/2025/06/769

"Between Ahmedabad and Islamabad: A Sky Heavy With Sorrow— A Neighbour’s Grief Over the Air India Tragedy....." Written from this side of the border, where hearts broke too. Read my full piece in 'The Pakistan Daily' 👇 thepakistandaily.com/between-ahme...

According to our TV channels, Iran has nearly destroyed Israel, Israel is crying for US help, and WW3 is done. Feels like our media is now competing with Indian media for alternate reality awards. Not a good sign, bro.

My Abbu sent me this today. #HappyFathersDay

TLP terrorists attack another Ahmadi place of worship in Karachi, blocking Ahmadis from offering Jumma prayers. While Ramadan unites the world in faith and compassion, Pakistan’s state & mullahs spend it hunting Ahmadis, making their already miserable lives even worse. Shame.

Salman Taseer remains the only politician who stood against blasphemy laws, defending the marginalized at great personal cost. Today, we see none willing to follow his path. Instead, many thrive on selling religious bigotry & fanning the flames of division. #DeathAnniversary

While the world reaches for the stars & India soars in economy & science, Pakistan's latest 'achievement' is exhuming an Ahmadi from his grave in Rawalpindi. Religious minorities endure persecution & violence every day. This is the 'progress' of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

یہ شہر وہ ہے جس میں کوئی گھر بھی خوش نہیں دادِ ستم نہ دے کہ ستمگر بھی خوش نہیں اصرار تھا انہیں کہ بھلا دیجیئے ظفر ہم نے بھلا دیا، تو وہ اس پر بھی خوش نہیں ظفر اقبال

“You are free; you are free to go to your temples. You are free to go to your mosques or to any other places of worship in this State of Pakistan. You may belong to any religion, caste or creed—that has nothing to do with the business of the state,” Happy birthday Jinnah!

Merry Christmas from my family to yours! Wishing you peace, love, and joy this holiday season.

If you are lonely when you're alone, you are in bad company. ~Sartre

The persecution of Ahmadis continues. Ameer Hassan, 40, was shot dead in Mirpurkhas Sindh today while returning from Fajr prayer. His 12 yr old son witnessed the horror. He leaves behind a widow & 5 minor children & a community under constant threat.

Isn't it frustrating how even the most intelligent minds blur the lines between genocide & self-defense, democracy & oppression? Justifying a wrong with clever rationalizations only makes it uglier. Sometimes, it feels like the world needs less sophistry & more moral courage.

Today, a powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the northern California coast, prompting a tsunami warning for the shores of California and Oregon. May God have mercy 🙏 #californiaearthquake

Heartbreaking news from Rawalpindi: Tayyab Ahmad, a 40 year old Ahmadi, was brutally murdered with an axe due to his faith. In the land of the pure, Ahmadis are not even second-class citizens. They are victims of state-sponsored persecution. How can justice be hoped for?

Made the mistake of watching "Sunn Mere Dil"— an absolute disaster. The story, the acting, the characters—everything is painfully bad. Finding out Khalilur Rehman Qamar wrote it made sense; his arrogant decline is unfolding fast, and honestly, it’s well-deserved.

حسب حال

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تیرے ہاتوں کی شمعوں کی حسرت میں ہم نیم تاریک راہوں میں مارے گئے

وسعت اللہ خان

The death toll in Kurram rises to 90 as 12 more people are killed., while the govt's who focus is on justifying state brutality against PTI workers.

PTI leaders ran off, leaving their workers to face the guns & now they’re holding press conferences demanding justice for those same workers. The irony! The leadership itself is the biggest reason for PTI's downfall. When you don’t stand by your principles, this outcome is hardly surprising.

Thanksgiving dinner: I made the turkey, and my daughter gets credit for all the sides :) #HappyThanksgiving

پاکستان کے وزیر دفاع کی گفتگو ملاحظہ فرمائیں! کرسی نے انسانیت کے ساتھ عقل سے بھی پیدل کر دیا ہے۔

The state opened fire and took innocent lives—this must be condemned by all, regardless of party lines, with no excuses. Today it's PTI, tomorrow it could be you. Fear God and stand for what's right.

تجھ کو کتنوں کا لہو چاہیئے اے ارض وطن جو ترے عارض بے رنگ کو گلنار کریں کتنی آہوں سے کلیجہ ترا ٹھنڈا ہوگا کتنے آنسو ترے صحراؤں کو گل زار کریں

PPP and PMLN justifying the massacre on TV shows is the height of shamelessness and a clear glimpse into their real character. To stay in power, they can sink to any level—even defend cold-blooded murder. #Islamabad_Massacre

Unbelievable! Hours after dozens of innocent protestors were butchered on your command, instead of declaring national mourning, you chose to issue heartless statements. This blatant apathy mirrors Netanyahu’s cold indifference. Mark my words: you will never find peace.

‏یہ داغ داغ اجالا یہ شب گزیدہ سحر وہ انتظار تھا جس کا یہ وہ سحر تو نہیں یہ وہ سحر تو نہیں جس کی آرزو لے کر چلے تھے یار کہ مل جائے گی کہیں نہ کہیں ابھی چراغ سر رہ کو کچھ خبر ہی نہیں ابھی گرانیٔ شب میں کمی نہیں آئی نجات دیدہ و دل کی گھڑی نہیں آئی چلے چلو کہ وہ منزل ابھی نہیں آئی

Shooting at your own people and throwing them off containers during protests is the ultimate act of brutality & oppression—a shameful and criminal response by any regime. This deserves the strongest condemnation. #Islamabad_Massacre

حیرت ہے کہ موقع پر گولی مارنے کے احکامات صرف مخالف سیاسی قوتوں کے خلاف ہی کیوں جاری کئے جاتے ہیں۔ جب مذہبی انتہا پسند جتھے اور دہشت گرد ٹی ایل پی ملک میں آگ لگاتے پھرتے ہیں، ریاست کی رٹ کھلے عام چیلنج کرتے ہیں انہیں ہزار ہزار کے نوٹ دئے جاتے ہیں۔ پارہ چنار میں دہشت گردی پر بھی مکمل خاموشی چھائی رہی

No matter how much you disagree with PTI's politics, the way their workers have resisted and protested against state oppression is commendable beyond words.

Here’s is a summary of why we are what we are thewayward.com.pk/pakistans-ci... #Pakistan

Reality

For those who fail to grasp the depths of our moral bankruptcy, the Parachinar tragedy exposes the terrifying extent of human cruelty. Celebrating over the bodies of women, children, and men—how much more must we endure before confronting our collective failure?

Human Rights Commission of Pakistan deplores the decision, allegedly taken by the @islamabadpolice.bsky.social admin to have student hostels in the city vacated at very short notice, including girls' hostels. This is akin to leaving young students shelterless through no fault of their own. #HRCP