When VIPs are safe, citizens die
Two days ago, a passenger bus traveling from Rahim Yar Khan in Punjab to Quetta was looted in Ghotki, Sindh. Nineteen passengers were abducted, fourteen were…
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In-depth columns, expert opinions, and analytical articles offering unique perspectives on politics, diplomacy, economy, and society
When Power Undermines Dignity
A troubling incident at a recent official ceremony in Patna, Bihar, has sparked widespread concern and debate, not only within India but also beyond its…
Economic Strangulation of Jobless Youth — Who Is Responsible?
Pakistan is facing a wave of unemployment, nepotism, and institutional weaknesses that have crippled the lives of ordinary citizens. The recent developments at…
Beyond Degrees
Winter fog settles on the Indus plain near DG Khan as a young man steps off a bus holding a fresh B. Com degree and a cracked phone. He can recite a balance…
Choosing the High Road in Leadership
Leadership is not only about giving instructions or holding a position. It is about who we become while guiding others. After reading High Road Leadership by…
Islamabad’s Modern Transport Revolution — A Milestone for the Nation
After seventy-five long years since the creation of Pakistan, the citizens of Islamabad have finally been blessed with a comfortable, affordable, and…
Workplace Stress, Role of AI and the changing nature of jobs
The world of work today is undergoing a transformation that is both remarkable and unsettling. Offices, academic institutions and industries are experiencing…
Friendship with Pakistan, Implementation with India
The recent ten-year defence pact between the United States and India marks a new chapter in the strategic landscape of South Asia. Officially framed as a…
Pakistan, Afghanistan and the Failure of Istanbul Talks — Between Diplomacy and Deception
The illusion of agreement
The recent breakdown of peace negotiations between Pakistan and Afghanistan in Istanbul has once again highlighted the gap between…
Lahore: The Choking Heart of Pakistan
Once known as the City of Gardens, Lahore has now earned an unfortunate title — the most polluted city in the world. Each winter, the city is wrapped in a…