Democratic Backsliding By: Advocate Irshad Hameed on October 2, 2024Democracy in Pakistan has always remained in the doldrums. Sometimes establishment, while at other times civilian leadership has eroded democratic ethos. Democratic values can only grow in a society where the rule of law, freedom of expression and diverse perspectives dominate as essential principles. Democracy is a kind of dialogue in which maximum citizens of […]
Understanding Parkinson’s Disease By: Fauzia Callaghan on October 2, 2024Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain. This loss impacts movement and function, making a multidisciplinary approach crucial for effective management. Traditionally, PD management has been the domain of medical and therapeutic professionals. However, the role of exercise specialists has become increasingly important in […]
Looming Iran-Israel War By: Qamar Bashir on October 2, 2024Iran has fallen into a strategic trap for the second time, and only with capabilities comparable to Israel’s military strength and allies as powerful as the USA and the West would Iran have any realistic fighting chance to safeguard its economic, industrial, and military assets. The formidable offensive and defensive military capabilities of Israel, the […]
Will Climate Change Pull Regional Foes Together? By: Riaz Missen on October 2, 2024The distribution of water between India and Pakistan has long been a sensitive and contentious issue, deeply rooted in the historical, political, and environmental contexts of the region. This sensitivity has been starkly highlighted by India’s recent issuance of a fourth notice to its western neighbour within a year for a review of the Indus […]
Balancing Power and the Rule of Law By: Zamur Hafeez on October 2, 2024Since its inception, Pakistan’s 1973 Constitution has been amended many times to keep pace with the country’s evolving political and social landscape. These changes, while necessary, often spark debates about how much power should be given to the government, the judiciary, or the people. The most recent major change was the 25th Amendment, passed in […]
The Imperative Need for a Constitutional Court By: Asif Mahmood on October 2, 2024The necessity of a Constitutional Court in the presence of the Supreme Court is a topic of considerable complexity, warranting in-depth consideration. With the introduction of new judges, staff, salaries, and associated benefits, the question arises as to why an economically depressed nation should shoulder this additional burden. However, the unequivocal answer to this multifaceted […]
Indian Neutrality — A Facade! By: Faisal Ahmad on October 2, 2024The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has not only shaped geo-political alliances but has also revealed the complex and often contradictory stance of some countries. India is embroiled in a precarious situation where she has to reflect upon her geo-political interests and maintain her historical relations with the old friend Russia. India’s relationship with […]
Military Courts and Terrorism By: Abdul Wasay on October 2, 2024Pakistan faces unique security challenges due to the complex geo-strategic regional environment. One of the major challenges is the cross-border terrorism perpetrated by its Eastern and Western Neighbors. This menace of terrorism has ultimately started threatening the very fabric of the nation. Pakistan undertook a comprehensive and effective war to eradicate terrorism across the country. […]
Constitutional Court for Pakistan By: Hafiz Ehsaan Ahmad Khokhar on October 1, 2024Constitutional Courts are found in both common law and civil law countries, but they take different forms. In civil law countries, they are typically separate, specialized courts, while in common law countries, constitutional matters are often handled by the general judiciary, especially by Supreme Courts with broad powers of judicial review. However, some common law […]
PTI’s Rallies Failing in Lahore and Rawalpindi By: Asma Bangash on October 1, 2024The repeated failure of rallies and the growing public disinterest in PTI’s agenda are telling signs of the party’s faltering influence. The failed gatherings in Islamabad and Lahore, despite PTI’s frantic attempts to incite chaos, reveal a significant shift in public sentiment. Their disruptive agenda has been thwarted, much to the frustration of its leadership. […]