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Fashion Forward: A Global Call for Ethical Accountability🌏♻️

In a world where fashion often comes at a hidden cost, recent developments in the European Union and the United States are paving the way for a more sustainable and responsible future in the apparel industry.

The EU's bold new regulations crack down on greenwashing, garment destruction, fur farming, and deforestation, signaling a shift towards transparency and ethical practices in fashion. On the other side of the Atlantic, the proposed FABRIC Act aims to empower domestic apparel manufacturing and combat exploitation in the global supply chains through stringent workplace protections and incentives.

From forced labor to wage theft, the fashion industry has long grappled with systemic issues that call for urgent action. The EU and US initiatives address these pressing concerns head-on, emphasizing accountability, worker well-being, and environmental impact. As consumers, we hold the power to drive change by supporting brands that prioritize ethics and sustainability.

As we navigate a world where our fashion choices shape not only our personal style but also the lives of countless workers and the health of our planet, let's challenge ourselves to be mindful consumers. Let's ask the tough questions, demand transparency, and choose clothing that aligns with our values. Together, we can shape a fashion industry that not only looks good but does good too.

Let's embrace a future where fashion is not just about what we wear, but about how it's made and the impact it has on the world. Fashion forward, indeed. Sign up for our Newsletter.

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Sports or Just Paperwork? Suspicious Dates, Questionable Spending in Upper Chitral's Sports Office Report

A recently submitted report by the District Sports Office (DSO) of Upper Chitral for the fiscal year 2023–24 has revealed alarming inconsistencies — from events recorded on future dates to massive spending on select tournaments without proper justification. The discrepancies raise serious questions about transparency, accountability, and the responsible use of taxpayer money.

One of the most glaring issues is the inclusion of the “Istaro Sports Gala” marked for July 15–20, 2025, yet Rs. 60,000 are already shown as spent. Similarly, events like the Zeyat Cricket Tournament and Boolan Lasht Tournament—scheduled for May and April 2024—have also been included in the 2023–24 financial year budget, despite those months falling after the official fiscal year ends in June.

The report also lists a Veteran Football Tournament held in Peshawar, with no date provided but Rs. 99,000 claimed. Peshawar lies outside the jurisdiction of Upper Chitral's DSO, which has its own district sports office and separate budget. This raises concerns over duplicate or misallocated expenditures.

Events like the Azadi Cup Polo, District Football Tournament, and Jashn-e-Khazan Polo were each allocated a whopping Rs. 300,000, while several football and cricket tournaments received as little as Rs. 20,000–50,000. This suggests biased fund allocation in favor of polo.

The Boroghol Festival allegedly cost Rs. 2 million—about 37% of the entire annual sports budget. Is this amount justified for a single event? There’s no audit trail, documentation, or public breakdown of expenses.

The report shows Rs. 900,000 spent on distributing sports kits throughout the year. But no list of beneficiaries, no photographs, and no proof of distribution is available. Who got the kits?

According to the DSO’s own document, events began in March 2023 and then resumed only in May 2024, skipping a major portion of the active fiscal year (July–June). This irregular timeline doesn’t align with government financial practices and further clouds the report’s credibility.

Budget Breakdown (FY 2023–24):

Total Sports Budget: Rs. 5.45 million

Travel & Transport: Rs. 413,325

Utility Bills: Rs. 634,943

Critical Questions for Authorities:

Why were future events included in a past fiscal report?

Why was 37% of the budget spent on one festival?

Why are events listed outside district jurisdiction?

Why is there no transparency on sports kit distribution?

Why are travel and utility bills consuming so much of the budget?

These inconsistencies scream for an immediate audit of Upper Chitral's sports budget. Fictitious events, inflated costs, and unaccounted-for expenses must not be allowed to go unchecked. The taxpayers deserve transparency, and the youth of Chitral deserve real sports development — not just paperwork.

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