India’s aspiration to become a global power is multifaceted, rooted in history, and influenced by various ideologies and geopolitical scenarios. Let’s delve into some of the core ideologies and issues that play pivotal roles in India’s global ambitions. At the heart of India’s global ambitions lies an intricate balance of its domestic ideologies and international […]
Op-Ed
Live Streaming Court Proceedings
Live-streaming court proceedings has become an increasingly common practice worldwide, reflecting various procedures and policies regarding the use of cameras in courtrooms. Pakistan has been slow to allow cameras in courtrooms; the practice became legal only a month ago when the newly appointed Justice Isa decided to allow live broadcasting of supreme court proceedings under […]
Pakistan’s Sacrifices for Afghan Refugees
The government of Pakistan has decided to send all foreigners including the Afghan refugees residing illegally in the country back to their homeland, although this decision will be applied to all the foreigners who are illegally residing in Pakistan. Since a large majority of the Afghan refugees are staying illegally, the noise regarding them is […]
The Palestine-Israel Conflict – II
Amidst the continued tragedy unfolding in the Gaza Strip, where the Palestinian population faces an ongoing genocide, imperialist nations remain resolute in their support for Israel, despite the allegations of war crimes. Despite numerous appeals to uphold the rules of warfare, Israeli airstrikes ruthlessly struck the Jabaliya refugee camp, causing the tragic loss of many […]
Making Journalism Responsible
Media, a potent instrument in shaping public perception, should be at the forefront of exposing social issues like Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and advocating for change. However, recent instances reveal a troubling trend of unethical and incomplete media reporting surrounding GBV, perpetuating damaging stereotypes and disinformation. A sexual assault at Benazir Hospital in Rawalpindi underscored the […]
Hamas in the Driving Seat
Israel is a settler colonial state. Zionist Israel is a racist, xenophobic and paranoid society which is full of hate against Palestinians. Israel presents an entirely different image to the world with a four fold strategy: through the Jewish hold on pop culture, Arabs and Muslims were always portrayed as barbaric and violent; the western […]
SC Decision on Military Courts and Our National Security
The recent verdict by the Supreme Court of Pakistan to curtail the powers of military courts has ignited a vigorous national debate. The decision is not just a matter of legal complexity but also carries profound implications for the country’s internal security challenges and the functioning and morale of its armed forces. Article 245 of […]
Let Logic Prevail
Now Logic will Prevail (Ab Baat hogi logic se), is the underlying message of the new PML N political campaign. The advertisement presents numbers and references for the fantastical economic performance during the PMLN era. All this time, the posed PTI supporters are shown to be in utter disbelief. The campaign idea and the execution […]
The Palestine-Israel Conflict – I
On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched an unprovoked attack on Israel, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. This event has garnered international attention, and its analysis largely depends on the historical perspective from which it is analysed. To comprehensively grasp the Israel-Palestine conflict, it is imperative to delve into its historical context. While […]
A Wrong Needing Rectification
The Supreme Court with 3-2 split decision on a Presidential reference seeking its interpretation of Article 63-A while rendering its opinion on May 17 2022 said that the votes of lawmakers who defect from their parties would not be counted in four instances outlined under the article including election of the Prime Minister and Chief […]