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According to the police, the victim hanged himself. Autopsy results indicate however that he died from "serious internal injuries" sustained during interrogation. Arrested on charges of theft, the young man was subjected to brutal treatment to extract a confession. The incident occurred at a police station considered as a "model" facility.

The family of Samariya Nadeem staged a protest this morning in front of the city's press club. For the past three weeks, their 16-year-old daughter has been in the hands of a wealthy landowner. As police and the authorities fail to free her, the Catholic Church calls for justice on the family's behalf. But for Muslim cleric, it is "not illegal to abduct and convert non-Muslims".

The attempt to reach a ceasefire fuels controversy and conflict. For some, talks with extremists is impossible; they slam the judiciary for failing to punish the guilty. Others see talks as the "best solution" if they are based on Sharia and the Constitution of Pakistan. For priest in Lahore, "No one is safe." But, "we will support" the government.

The community of Horizon Plaza is subject to abuse, violence and discrimination. Since 2011, local land mafia backed by authroities have stolen homes, property and assets. Despite the complaints, so far police and prosecutors have never taken any action . Diocesan priest demands justice "for those who suffer".

A torchlight procession is held in the capital to remember the victims of violence and the work of a recently deceased priest who led a campaign for vaccination. As he commemorates the victims of bloody attacks against churches and schools, Bishop Rufin Anthony appeals to ordinary Pakistanis to stand with the government and the Armed Forces to "eradicate terrorism from the roots."

Next Sunday, all of the country's churches will remember the victims of terrorism. For a Lahore priest," It is high time to stick together" for "the good of the nation." Since the beginning of the year, dozens of people have died in suicide bombings and other acts of terrorism on an almost daily basis. Muslim religious leaders accuse the government of inaction and lack of "seriousness" in tackling the problem.

Fr. Anwar Patras , with the support of Church leadership dedicates his mission to fighting the disease. After the Taliban began targeting volunteers vaccination campaigns were interrupted and the disease has become an "epidemic”. This morning, three more victims among operators. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is the major source of infection.

A bomb exploded yesterday during in a prayer for peace and religious harmony. Taliban involvement suspected, but the spokesman denies responsibility . The bomb squad have found and defused two other bombs. Unanimous condemnation from political world. Priest asks for prayers for the victims and more commitment to peace .

The institute was founded by the Catholic Church in 1842 and is one of the schools of excellence in the city and the country. In violation of the law, the district heads has not yet returned the property to the diocese. Pakistani Priest: we complied with all the provisions, but the authorities "continue to put us off ." The Bishop at the forefront of the protest.

The Federal Sharia Court accepts lawyer's petition claiming that the death penalty, not life in prison, is the only punishment in blasphemy cases. Under Nawaz Sharif, it is "dark times" for minorities. For many activists and NGOs, Islamisation progresses in the country. Paul Bhatti notes that poverty must be the "priority" through "employment and investment to boost development."

After nearly half a century in the service of the local population, especially the poor, the hospital run by the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary could disappear . The economic crisis has caused a drastic decline in funds and donations. Appeals of the sick and needy, who have no other places to get free medical care . Advent fundraisers promoted in the parishes.

The clashes at the Muaharram left at least 80 dead and over a hundred injured, even if official toll speaks of ten dead. The army remains in a state of alert. Bishop of Islamabad : "Prayers for peace in the country." Member of Parliament accuses Pakistani government: security only guaranteed by army . Shiite leader: "genocide" being waged against us.