As the rest of us conveniently look away, a disturbing pattern of domestic violence rooted in a toxic obsession with family honour continues to shackle countless lives, predominantly those of women. On Friday, Rawalpindi Police arrested a man for allegedly poisoning his niece over mere suspicions of falling in love. Tragically, she is not alone; […]
Editorial
Now, Drought
Used to being battered by floods year after year, Pakistan now finds itself in the grip of a searing drought. Just weeks after the Pakistan Meteorological Department warned of minimal rainfall, Rawalpindi has declared a drought emergency. Water supply levels have plummeted to critical lows, forcing immediate conservation measures, including bans on car washing and […]
Justice for Mustafa
In a chilling reminder of the lawlessness gripping our society, the brutal murder of 23-year-old Mustafa Amir-kidnapped and burned alive-has sent shockwaves through the nation. But there’s more: in what can only be described as chaos, their inability to secure the physical remand of the accused after a prolonged manhunt reveals a troubling dilution of […]
Fixing the Foreign Policy
To what extent Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi managed to excel in his hug-diplomacy would depend on whatsoever becomes of the prickly policies discussed in the White House. Much of the public appearances seemed dedicated to affirming their commitment to one another, with Trump applauding Modi as a “great leader” and Modi calling him a […]
Burning Balochistan
That little regard for safety and international regulations have turned Balochistan’s mines into among the world’s deadliest keeps returning to haunt us whenever a handful of miners get trapped beneath thousands of feet of debris and shattered rock (sometimes, along with methane fireballs). However, on Friday, a nightmare unravelled not in a collapsed mine but […]
‘Gaza Vision’
After 15 months of devastating conflict, a ceasefire deal between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas, which went into effect last month, allowed a temporary reprieve of more than two million Palestinians in the enclave. However, this fragile peace is overshadowed by the ongoing crisis, characterized by continued Israeli violations, pervasive humanitarian distress, and political […]
Unmasking Indian Designs
In recent weeks, troubling reports have surfaced, detailing concerted efforts by Indian military and intelligence agencies to sow discord in the peaceful regions of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan. Meanwhile, security sources claim a string of unprovoked firing and subversive operations against civilians along the Line of Control (LoC). This escalation comes on […]
Pak-Turkey Partnership
The enduring ties between Pakistan and Turkey, forged since Pakistan’s inception in 1947, are a powerful testament to mutual respect and friendship. Turkey was not only one of the first countries to recognize Pakistan but also a steadfast supporter of its UN membership, laying the groundwork for a robust partnership that has withstood the test […]
Self-Serving Actions
In an alarming display of political opportunism, the PTI has again submitted a dossier to the IMF just as a technical delegation arrived for a critical governance assessment. This is not the first time we have witnessed such tactics from the embattled former ruling party; last year, they submitted a similar plea, demanding attention to […]
Missing Out
In the glaring spotlight of the global technological stage, the recent AI Action Summit held in Paris marked a pivotal moment for discussions on the future of artificial intelligence. It is perplexing, then, that our country, which frequently touts its commitment to spearheading investment in the digital revolution, remained conspicuously absent. With representatives from over […]