From Scenic Beauty to Sustainable Growth By: Javed Iqbal on September 29, 2024Azad Jammu & Kashmir is a land of mountains & rivers and its breathtaking scenic beauty is a source of attraction for tourists all around the world. Particularly, its northern mountain districts offer spectacular sights such as wonderful waterfalls, alpine forests, and vast and lush green plateaus. Azad Kashmir’s greatest asset lies in its people […]
The Kashmir Election Sham By: Sarah Ameer on September 29, 2024The Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJ&K) is currently in its second phase of the state assembly elections. The election marks the first since the ruling party Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) robbed the valley of its special status in 2019. Though the Indian Prime Minister, Narendar Modi, claims that normalcy has returned in the valley […]
Diplomacy in Flux By: Jawad Saleem on September 28, 2024Pakistan’s foreign relations play a pivotal role in its economic, political, and security dynamics. With the shifting global geopolitical environment, Pakistan finds itself at a crossroads of maintaining delicate relationships with global powers, regional neighbours, and multilateral institutions. The outcome of these diplomatic efforts directly impacts the country’s economic growth, security, and international standing. The […]
From Times of Israel to The Jerusalem Post By: Faisal Ahmad on September 28, 2024The first Prime Minister of Israel, David Ben Gurion, addressed the Jewish community in Paris right after the Arab – Israel war in 1967. “The world Zionist movement should not be neglectful of the dangers of Pakistan to it. And Pakistan now should be its first target, for this ideological State is a threat to […]
Plight of RTI Law in Balochistan By: Syed Raza Ali on September 28, 2024“My dreams have the right to know why for years, they have been shattering with no hope of fulfillment. My hands have the right to know why for years, they have found no work (unemployment), and even today, remain idle. My hunger has a right to know why grains rot in warehouses while I struggle […]
Socio-Economic Improvement of Pakistan By: Dr Muhammad Farooq on September 28, 2024“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”- Margaret Mead, American Author On 14 August 2024, Pakistan celebrated its 77th years of independence with national fervor and patriotism. The nation pledged to improve national image and reverence in the global […]
Constitutional Courts: A Step Toward Judicial Overreach? By: Qamar Bashir on September 27, 2024Many countries have established both a constitutional court and a supreme court to handle different aspects of their legal systems, particularly separating constitutional matters from other judicial issues. For instance, Germany, Italy, Spain, Austria, South Africa, and Poland have constitutional courts dedicated to ensuring laws comply with their constitutions, while their supreme courts handle civil […]
AUKUS and the Global Balance of Power By: Dr Muhammad Akram Zaheer on September 27, 2024The trilateral security partnership between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia commonly referred to as AUKUS represents one of the most strategically significant alliances in contemporary global politics. Initially formed in 2021, AUKUS symbolizes a deepening military and strategic collaboration among these three Anglophone powers. In 2024, its growing relevance reflects the shifting […]
Balochistan – Beyond Myths and Biases By: Rakhshanda Mehtab on September 27, 2024The accession of Kalat in Pakistan is a significant event in the complex history of Balochistan that has profound effects on the region’s socioeconomic structure. This pivotal moment, however, has also exposed deep-seated divisions within the diverse ethnic groups of Balochistan. The external forces have been quick to exploit these fractures, spreading misinformation to further […]
Transforming Pakistan’s Fields By: Hadia Zaid on September 27, 2024The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals Report (2018) highlights that achieving sustainability requires enhancing economic growth, which is directly connected to achieving food security, improving nutrition, and promoting sustainable agriculture. Despite significant technological advancements, recent surveys show that approximately 900 million people suffer from food deprivation due to resource scarcity in the agricultural sector. Consequently, […]