Saudi-Iranian Rapprochement By: Ahmed S Cheema on September 21, 2023Pakistan has had long-standing relationships with Saudi Arabia and Iran, two key regional players that have been at loggerheads with each other. Pakistan has historically close ties with Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom has frequently helped Pakistan wither difficult economic hardships, has invested in Pakistan’s economy and is home to millions of Pakistani expatriates who rely […]
Gilgit-Baltistan’s Blasphemy Law Controversy – I By: Zafar Malik on September 21, 2023The Origins of the Latest Dispute On the evening of August 23, 2023, at 5 o’clock, in the Skardu City police station in Pakistan, an FIR (First Information Report) numbered 51457 was filed. The person filing the FIR did not mention their name anywhere in the request but instead mentioned their organizational position as the […]
E-procurement for Business Excellence By: Haroon Khan on September 21, 2023Businesses collaborating with global partners need a foolproof and transparent procurement system to prevent financial leakages and inefficiencies that occur in expenditure-related activities. Considering how vital these checks are, especially for a struggling economy, external organizations like the World Bank and other donor agencies have introduced strict guidelines for the Government of Pakistan to address […]
A New Era By: Qamar Bashir on September 20, 2023These are remarkable times in Pakistan, marked by an unprecedented alignment of leadership in all three pillars of the state, with each being helmed by individuals from Balochistan. It signifies a historical shift in governance and vision for the nation. Muhammad Sadiq Sanjarani, the Chairman of the Senate since his oath-taking on March 12, 2018, […]
Hindutva – The Way India Is By: Nawazish Ali on September 20, 2023The unstoppable rise of Hindutva, an ideology or movement seeking to establish Hinduism and Hindu culture in India, is a complicated and multifaceted phenomenon. Stemming from the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) political ascendency, this ideology seeks to promote a vision of India as a culturally and religiously homogeneous Hindu nation. The critics view Hindu nationalism […]
Climate Change and Food Security By: Dr Muhammad Ahsan Qureshi on September 20, 2023Pakistan, like many countries around the world, is grappling with the complex and intertwined challenges of climate change and food security. The impact of a changing climate on agriculture and food production has far-reaching consequences for a nation where a significant portion of the population depends on farming for their livelihoods. Erratic weather patterns have […]
Rediscovering Kashmir By: Saad Malik on September 20, 2023It is usually a worthwhile experience to visit a place with a different culture. I witnessed the same when I visited Azad Kashmir last week. Kashmir is an issue and a subject very close to my heart. There are many reasons. In my student activism days when I was one of the key office bearers […]
Has Pakistan been Under attack since 1965? –I By: Muhammad Afzal on September 19, 2023“The war is continuation of policy by other means,” – Von Clausewitz On the third day of the Ukraine war, western governments declared against Russia, the most far-reaching and punishing set of financial and economic sanctions ever levelled at an adversary, especially directed against the Russian Central Bank. This, ‘Thermo-financial’ strategy conceptualized by Yellen, ex-chair […]
China’s Cricket Diplomacy By: Yasir Habib Khan on September 19, 2023China, with its centuries-old history and diverse cultural tapestry, is embracing the iconic cricket ball as a means to forge powerful diplomatic bonds. Taking everybody by storm through impactful diplomacy around the globe, China has come up with “Cricket Diplomacy” to enthuse the blossoming fan base in Asia. Genesis of “China Cricket Diplomacy” will set […]
Design Thinking for Surging Electricity Tariff By: Saleha Qureshi on September 19, 2023In recent times, the surge in electricity tariffs has left consumers grappling with exponentially rising monthly bills, causing financial insecurity and mutiny. The most recent substantial tariff hike in Pakistan, driven by IMF demands, has triggered significant public unrest, with the average consumer tariff, including taxes and surcharges, soaring to alarming heights. This price hike […]