Jibran Khan

Shunila Ruth, director of the Talitha Kumi Welfare Centre, was the victim of an attack near her home. Four masked men threatened her of further attacks. Her association defends marginalised women, victims of domestic abuse and rape. Lahore priest blames provincial government for failing to protect minorities.

Bishop Anthony Rufin visits Catholic schools and institutions of the capital. The prelate is also chairman of the Diocesan Board of Education. He calls for an improvement in the level of studies, while the principle of gratuitousness and the right to education for all. "Education opens the mind and expands the horizons."

Waseem Shakir sued a group of police officers, because they have insulted the Christian faith with insulting phrases. The police turned the matter around and denounced the man with false accusations. Priest in Muzaffargarh: abuse of police power affects the most vulnerable and marginalized.

A woman has filed a complaint against the authorities, for demolition of "Gosha-e-Aman". Among the crimes, the violation of the blasphemy law, for the destruction of copies of the Bible and a church. Archbishop Emeritus: The provincial government is "running out of funds" and is looking for "easy targets to fill the budget deficit."

Mansoor Ijaz will arrive in his country of origin for the 24 January hearing after he was granted a visa by the Pakistani embassy in Switzerland. Victim of death threats, he is at the centre of a legal-political affair that pits civilian authorities against military power in a case that began with the US raid in which Bin Laden was killed. The matter has raised fears of a possible military coup.

A crowd gather this morning in front of the Lahore Press Club. Local provincial assemblymen are behind the demolition of the building to be replaced by a college. Court order is ignored. Two videos on YouTube show yesterday’s protest.

Her lawyer has completed the request for appeal, but no specific details are provided in order to preserve their safety. Islamic extremist groups and leaders ready to target those fighting for her release. From Masihi Foundation thanks for the words of Pope Benedict XVI, a source of encouragement.

A year after the death of Governor of Punjab prayer vigils and demonstrations in many parts of the country. The family worried about the fate of his son Shahbaz, for over six months in the hands of his kidnappers. Bishop of Islamabad: "milestone" in the confessional killings. Fundamentalists offer 100 million rupees for the "holy pistol."

The murderers are believed to be members of Sipah-e-Sahaba. During Christmas-related events, Paul Bhatti, national harmony advisor to the prime minister, praised the minister. “I want to carry on my brother’s mission to serve humanity in order to create an atmosphere of peace, love and stability in the country,” he said.

She appears frail, in poor health. Grateful for prayers and calls for help and support, that she may soon return to embrace her husband and daughters. Despite the suffering, Asia has forgiven her captors and wonders how many more Christian victims will fall beneath the specter of the "black law".

A builder of 25 has been falsely accused of having ripped and burned pages of the Koran by a Muslim known for his hatred toward non-Muslims. The police registered the complaint despite the intervention of religious leaders. Fanatic groups threaten to kill him.

The Masihi Foundation has organized a day of prayer and fun, with games and candy. There is also a Muslim human rights activist, who calls for greater "integration" of minorities in the Pakistani community. Catholic priest emphasizes the importance of education as a means of social redemption.