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PEMRA’s misguided measures to silence media

It seems, at best, a misguided measure and, at worst, an attempt to abuse regulatory power to silence the media. A Pemra notification restraining...

Issue of PTI’s reserved seats

In light of recent events, there is cautious optimism that the judiciary has begun to address the controversies surrounding the general election. After a...

Saudi Arabia’s pledge to strengthen investments

Saudi Arabia’s recent pledge to strengthen investments in Pakistan marks a significant step forward. The visit by the Kingdom’s Deputy Investment Minister, Ibrahim Almubarak,...

Damaging formal ecpnomy

In an era where the federal government and finance minister are advocating for the documentation of the economy and digitization of value chains to...

Country’s fresh wheat crises

The wheat crisis in Punjab has placed the blame squarely on PML-N (Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz), leaving them unable to evade responsibility. Simply shifting blame...

Now, for another IMF bailout package

Former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi's recent remark, suggesting that returning to the IMF for another bailout program signifies the "government's failure," while not...

PML-N’s policy of Family First

Once again, the PML-N's inclination towards prioritizing familial ties over merit has invited criticism. The recent decision to appoint Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar as...

Crackdown on farmers’ protests

The recent crackdown on protesting farmers in Lahore and other cities, stemming from grievances over the government's wheat procurement policy and delays in official...

Climate shifts delivering grim tidings worldwide

Climate and weather-related shifts continue to deliver grim tidings worldwide, with Asia bearing the brunt of the impact over the past year. The World...

Campaign against smuggling

Ordinarily, no prime minister should have to convene a special meeting to remind "concerned authorities" of their duty to combat smuggling. After all, preventing...

The Int’l arms race

According to the annual report of the Sweden-based think tank Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, global military spending last year amounted to $2.4 trillion,...

Raisi’s visit, Pakistan’s relations with Iran

The official visit by Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, which concluded on Wednesday, has been notable for its mutual expressions of goodwill and pledges to...

Privatizing state-owned enterprises, including PIA

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb’s recent reaffirmation regarding the disinvestment of the national carrier by the end of June or early July underscores the government’s...

Upcoming Elections in India

INDIA'S sweeping multi-stage elections have commenced, and this time around, the electorate's attention is riveted on pressing issues like unemployment, inflation, and the overarching...

IMF’s forcasts about Pakistan

Over the next few years, Pakistan faces the prospect of stagnant economic growth, a predicament outlined by international lenders who foresee subdued expansion ranging...

Saudi Foreign Minister’s Visit to Pakistan

Following a productive two-day visit, Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan, accompanied by a delegation of ministers, concluded his trip to Pakistan on Tuesday....

Rising Tensions in the Middle East: A Call for De-escalation

The Israeli strike on Iran's embassy in Damascus on April 1st sent shockwaves through the Middle East and beyond. While Israel has targeted Iranian...

Pakistan’s Enduring Nightmare: Ethnic and Sectarian Violence

Pakistan grapples with a persistent issue: targeted killings based on ethnicity and religion. The recent massacre of nine Punjabi passengers in Noshki, Balochistan, exemplifies...

Saudi Investment and Regional Stability

Pakistan's longstanding ties with Saudi Arabia drew Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to the kingdom for his first foreign visit since taking office. Following his...

Karachi’s Spike in Street Crime Demands Action

Karachi witnessed a surge in street crime during Ramadan, with reports of over 6,780 incidents in just one month. This alarming trend included 16...

Pakistan’s Fiscal Tightrope: WB Pushes for Broader Reform

Pakistan's fiscal situation is in dire straits. Years of low tax collection and rising spending have resulted in ballooning budget deficits and a massive...

Climate change deepens inequality

Climate change is a social and economic crisis as much as an environmental one. Extreme weather events disproportionately impact low-income communities worldwide, widening the...

Pakistan’s austerity charade: A call for real sacrifice

The government's recent austerity measures, intended to curb spending, seem more like performative gestures than genuine reform. While limiting cabinet travel and outlining travel...

India’s rising Islamophobia threatens its diverse tapestry

India faces a growing crisis of Islamophobia, fueled by a systematic campaign of hate and the ruling BJP's inaction. This inaction, bordering on complicity,...

Pakistan’s Coal Mines: Darkness and Danger

Deep beneath the surface, in Pakistan's coal mines, a suffocating darkness engulfs miners toiling hundreds of meters underground. This harsh reality is a far...

Pakistan, Afghan Taliban navigate a difficult relationship

Pakistan's new government faces a baptism by fire in its relations with Afghanistan's Taliban rulers. Following a deadly terrorist attack in North Waziristan, Pakistan...

Pakistan Makes Strides in Organ Donation, But Challenges Remain

Pakistan recently achieved a landmark feat with its first-ever successful pancreatic and split liver transplants. This life-saving event was made possible by the incredible...

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