Allama Iqbal and Pakistan By: Ali Anwar on November 10, 2024Allama Muhammad Iqbal is among the great personalities who awakened the Muslims of the Indian subcontinent to their rights and status and envisioned an independent homeland for them. Iqbal is regarded as the ideological architect of Pakistan, as he not only formulated this vision but also inspired Muslims to strive for an independent and sovereign […]
Rising from the Ashes By: Naveed Rafaqat Ahmad on November 10, 2024Reviving a business that has previously undergone liquidation or closure is no small feat. Each step in reestablishment must be grounded in strategic insight, supported by real-world examples, and backed by clear evidence. International cases illustrate how carefully analyzing past failures, rebuilding with a robust plan, securing financing, rebranding, and responding to market trends can […]
Hope on the Horizon By: Javed Iqbal on November 10, 2024In the revival of the country’s economy and restoration of investors’ confidence, foreign direct investment plays a pivotal role. In this context, the incumbent government’s efforts to attract foreign investors resulted in fruition and so far countries like China, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar have made commitments to invest in Pakistan. Last month, the Chinese […]
Trump wins! By: Harlan Ullman on November 9, 2024Trump won a decisive presidential victory. Simply put, why? That question will dominate discussion and provoke answers for decades to come. After all, no prior presidential candidate in American history had such potentially disqualifying baggage as Trump. Could Americans re-elect someone who had been twice impeached as president; was a convicted felon; a sexual predator […]
Trump’s Victory: A Global Call for Change By: Syed Atiq ul Hassan on November 9, 2024Donald Trump’s election victory has sent a strong message to America and the world. Though not universally seen as an ideal candidate, Trump’s success reflects the growing frustrations among Americans with the political establishment and a desire for realigned priorities. At the heart of Trump’s campaign was a promise to prioritise American citizens’ welfare over […]
Reviving Pakistan’s Economy By: Jawad Saleem on November 9, 2024In the latter part of 2024, Pakistan’s economy is exhibiting signs of resilience, driven largely by robust policy actions and emerging sectoral improvements. Amidst global economic fluctuations, the nation’s fiscal landscape stands at a pivotal juncture, with recent indicators suggesting a cautious yet promising recovery trajectory. The State Bank of Pakistan has played a central […]
Dual Nature of the Internet By: Sadam Rustamani on November 9, 2024In our increasingly interconnected world, the Internet has emerged as one of the most transformative inventions in human history. It has revolutionized the way we communicate, learn, and conduct business. However, this powerful tool is not without its dark side. The internet can serve as a double-edged sword, offering immense benefits while simultaneously becoming a […]
Petitions Against 26th Amendment By: Malik Muhammad Ashraf on November 8, 2024Lahore High Court Bar Association, Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaaf (PTI), Jamaat Islami (JI) and a lawyer from Malakand Muhammad Anas have challenged the 26th Amendment in the Supreme Court of Pakistan contending that it vitiated the basic structure of the constitution which was a forbidden area for the parliament. A similar petition has been filed before the […]
Constitutional Amendment and Judicial Oversight By: Asif Mahmood on November 8, 2024The senior-most judges of the Supreme Court, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Muneeb Akhtar have requested Chief Justice Yahya Afridi to present the case regarding the 26th Amendment to the full court bench this week. This has prompted some serious questions. The first question is: Can a constitutional amendment be challenged in a court […]
Empowering Women’s Resilience at COP29 By: Soha Nisar on November 8, 2024In Pakistan, climate change isn’t just a distant concern or the subject of summits; it’s part of the reality we live every day. As a policy analyst, I see it play out on the faces of rural women burdened with heavier, longer walks to fetch water from wells running dry. I hear it in the […]