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In this episode of the Early Child Development podcast series, Mr. Saleem Malik, a Human Rights Specialist focusing on Gender-based Violence (GBV), joins Ms. Khadija Khan, CEO of the Pakistan Alliance for Early Childhood (PAFEC). Together, they discuss the various forms and causes of GBV and its impact on children’s emotional, psychological, cognitive, and social development. They also explore preventive and protective measures, highlighting key platforms and entry points for effectively addressing GBV. Watch Full Podcasts on YouTube. https://lnkd.in/d-km-4H8 . . Follow for more. #IbexMediaNetwork #earlychilddevelopment #genderbasedviolence #GBV #childdevelopment #emotionalhealth #psychologicalwellbeing #socialdevelopment #humanrights #PAFEC #childprotection #SaleemMalik #KhajidaKhan #ECD #podcast #gilgitbaltistan #gilgit #Hunza #skardu #IMN

Floods and other climate change events have impacted lives beyond just destruction in Pakistan. One of those impacts is on mental health of people. Sidra Iqbal and Abdul Najeeb sharing what they have witnessed in their journalistic journey of reporting on Climate Change. Watch Full Podcasts on Youtube. https://lnkd.in/dQeMyuvP Follow for more. #IbexMediaNetwork #gilgitbaltistan #climatechange #climatecrisis #traditionalmedia #MainstreamMedia #pakistanimedia #SidraIqbal

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has banned small trucks, including Shizor and Mazda, from transporting baggage and participating in trade between China and Gilgit-Baltistan through the Khunjerab Border. This decision, detailed in notification S.R.O. 1649(1)/2024, prohibits small trucks, specifically Datsun and Mazda models, from carrying goods to China. This regulation impacts all commercial activities conducted through the Sost Port. In response, the ban has raised significant concerns among local traders who rely on these vehicles for their business operations. Protests have emerged, with traders blocking vehicles bound for China, arguing that these restrictions jeopardize their livelihoods and exacerbate their already challenging economic conditions. Additionally, traders have criticized the Gilgit-Baltistan government for its inaction, asserting that federal agencies are imposing unfair limitations on their trading practices. Follow for more. #IbexMediaNetwork #gilgitbaltistan #sostport #dryport #ChinaPakistanEconomicCorridor #ChinaPakistan #ChinaPakistanRelations #fedralboardofrevenue #Gilgit #Hunza #Gojal #Sost

Syed Hussain Shah & Navida Mir, a couple from the heart of Gilgit-Baltistan, are redefining what a balanced partnership truly means. Through training from BEST4WEER, Global Affairs Canada (GAC), and the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), they have embraced the idea that when both partners share responsibilities at home, it creates not just a stronger family, but a healthier environment for their children and a more prosperous community. Their journey is proof that when men and women support each other, it isn’t just about equality—it’s about building a better, more resilient future for all. Connect with IMN https://lnkd.in/dGNqg39T https://lnkd.in/dYFB7iRy https://lnkd.in/dnbqP5dc https://lnkd.in/ddKbFhUu https://lnkd.in/dh4BdXDb https://lnkd.in/dKMytX8M https://lnkd.in/d_j8kGzB https://lnkd.in/g7hejzhj Follow for more. #IbexMediaNetwork #couple #BEST4WEER #GAC #AKRSP #syedhussain #NavidaMIr #gilgitbaltistan #gilgit #Hunza #genderequality #women #ghizer #IMN

The Islamabad Wildlife Management Board (IWMB) has reported the death of Nawab, a 6.5-year-old male leopard rescued from Hatila Balla in Azad Jammu and Kashmir last month. Nawab passed away on Monday due to severe injuries caused by gunshots. Medical examinations revealed four bullets lodged in his vertebrae and heart. Despite the IWMB’s best efforts to save him, the severity of his injuries proved fatal. Furthermore, the global population of snow leopards is estimated to be between 4,000 and 6,500, with Pakistan home to about 200 to 420 individuals. These leopards are primarily found in the northern mountainous regions, including Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Leopards play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance. However, they face numerous threats in Pakistan, including habitat loss, land development, retaliatory killings by farmers, and illegal hunting. Their population has been declining sharply due to human activities, raising serious concerns for their future. . . . Follow for more. #IbexMediaNetwork #leopard #endangeredspecies #wildlife #AJK #iwmb #biodiversity #habitatloss #wildlifeprotection #Nawabtheleopard #gilgitbaltistan #KPK #khyberpaktunkhwa #gilgit #hunza #skardu #astore #ghizer #islamabad #margallahills #IMN

Heavy rains and snowfall have affected many areas in Gilgit-Baltistan, causing the closure of several main roads, including Babusar Top. Manshera and nearby regions are experiencing an early winter due to a strong storm that has brought significant snowfall. Key locations like Lulusar Lake and Butta Kudi have recorded substantial snow. These weather conditions have created travel difficulties. The Babusar Top Road, which connects Gilgit-Baltistan to other areas, has more than a foot of snow, leading authorities to close it to all vehicles. Additionally, heavy rain-triggered landslides in the Hudur area have blocked access along the Karakoram Highway (KKH) between Gilgit and Rawalpindi. In Astore, all traffic to Deosai and Minimarg has been suspended due to snow-covered roads. Furthermore, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reports that a westerly wave is expected to affect the western and northern regions of the country starting tonight. This weather system will likely bring rain and thunderstorms to upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, and the Pothohar Region, along with gusty winds in parts of upper Punjab. Travelers are advised to exercise caution and stay updated on weather conditions. . . . Follow for more. #IbexMediaNetwork #snowfall #heavyrain #kkh #karakoramhighway #Astore #RoadBlockade #BabusarTop #manshera #gilgitbaltistan #gilgit #ghizer #hunza #skardu #climatechange #IMN

The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) plans to construct five more dams in Gilgit-Baltistan, with a total capacity of 13,940 MW. The dams will be located at Shevik, Skardu Sho, Thargos, Elbo, and Bunji. Construction is set to begin soon, with the Bunji Dam expected to generate the most electricity at 7,100 MW. The smallest project, Shevik Dam, will produce 4,600 MW. As the world shifts towards climate-friendly and sustainable energy solutions, the increase in concrete dams in Gilgit-Baltistan raises important concerns. This region is very sensitive to climate change, and its fragile ecosystems and water resources could be at risk. General Manager of Constructions, Nazakat Hussain, stated that these new dams will not only increase the lifespan of the Diamer-Bhasha, Dasu, and Tarbela Dams but also enhance their capacity. The project aims to raise the height of the Diamer-Bhasha Dam and deepen the river, thereby extending the life of the downstream dams. Furthermore, he added that the Diamer-Bhasha Dam will help prevent soil erosion from the upper areas, which could affect the performance of other dams. He noted that 70% of the work on the Diamer-Bhasha Dam is complete, with an expected finish date of 2029. The dam will feature a tunnel designed to store ten days’ worth of water, which will help alleviate water scarcity at the Tarbela Dam during the winter months. . . . Follow for more. #IbexMediaNetwork #WAPDA #dams #electricity #Shevik #skardu #thargos #elbo #bunji #energysolutions #DiamerBhashaDam #Chilas #tarbeladams #DasuDam #gilgit #ghizer #skardu #hunza #IMN

At least four people are reported dead and several others injured in a coaster accident on the Hazara Motorway near Mansehra on Tuesday morning. The vehicle, traveling from Gilgit to Rawalpindi, overturned after slipping at Hathi Maira on the motorway. Rescue efforts, led by the Superintendent of Police for the Hazara Motorway, are ongoing to assist those affected. The injured and deceased have been taken to King Abdullah Teaching Hospital in Mansehra for medical treatment and identification. This incident follows another accident on October 28, in which at least three people lost their lives and 30 others were injured after a Mashabrum bus crashed in a remote area of Shitiyal in the Kohistan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). The bus was carrying 38 passengers en route from Skardu to Rawalpindi. . . . Follow for more. #IbexMediaNetwork #coasteraccident #hazaramotorway #gilgitbaltistan #Mansehra #KKH #Mashabrumbus #Rescue #kohistan #busaccident #Rawalpindi #gilgit #ghizer #skardu #hunza #IMN

Why is journalism in Pakistan so misunderstood? In this candid conversation, IMN’s Chief Editor Ali Najeeb sits down with renowned journalist and TV host Sidra Iqbal to dive deep into the real state of journalism today. We explore why the media has such a bad reputation across the world, especially in Pakistan, and what’s being done to change it. Sidra shares eye-opening insights on how women are pushing boundaries in a male-dominated media field, the struggle for real news in the digital age, and how media can make a real difference in tackling serious issues like fake news, human rights and climate change. Najeeb and Sidra also discussed about threats to climate sensitive and vulnerable regions like Gilgit-Baltistan from uncontrolled tourism and climate change. Whether you’re curious about media myths, women’s stories, or the realities of journalism in Pakistan, this podcast has it all! Full Video: https://lnkd.in/dQeMyuvP َ #Media #Journalism #Pakistan #Television #SocialMedia #News #NewsMedia #Pakistan #Islamabad #Lahore #Karachi #IMN #IbexMediaNetwork

Harris Khalique, Secretary General of the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP),analyzes the complexities of Pakistan’s legal system, focusing on the interplay between common law and religious interpretations, judicial overreach, retroactive laws, and the overlapping roles of the Federal Shariat Court and Supreme Court. Full Video: https://lnkd.in/gzy_Z9hk . . . Follow for more. #IbexMediaNetwork #PakistanLegalSystem #HumanRights #CommonLaw #SupremeCourt #ShariaLaw #FederalShariatCourt #gilgitbaltistan #HumanRightsCommission #ImranKhan #QaziFaezIsa #Parliament #Primeminister #IMN