The vaccine conundrum By: Hassan Ijaz on April 6, 2021And then there were three. After a myriad of scientific testing, clinical trials and government approvals, only three vaccines have the potential to be both effective and cost-effective in Pakistan’s battle against Covid-19. These are: AstraZeneca, Sputnik V and Sinopharm. Ironically, the current Information Age has not been enough to safeguard against ‘information black holes’ […]
Men explain things to me By: Ramma Cheema on March 26, 2021I am borrowing this title from a book I read recently by Rebecca Solnit. It was a part of a book club virtual session held by U.S. Consulate General Lahore, Catherine Rodriguez. This title would bring back memories and instances for all women and girls. In offices, at market place at homes and most aspects […]
“La lluvia” By: Dr Noorulhuda khakwani on March 23, 2021Have you seen those rain drops? Falling tiny stars from top Have you heard the thundering clouds? Bearing water n lightning, oh that proud Have you wondered from where they fetch? so much liquid but weigh light yet Have you deemed how that steam Gets converted into falling stream Have you pondered who controls this […]
The Lasting Impact of Pakistan Idea By: Wajeeha Bilal on March 22, 2021 Throughout history, philosophers have debated over the reality of this world. Some have stated that the only things that are real are the ones that we can see, or touch and thus, sensory recognition is the only reality, while others have suggested that nothing is real, everything is a form of deception. Sooner or […]
Senate Election or Hedgmonised Democratic Hault By: Amina Hassan Sheikh on March 16, 2021With the Slogans of Nya Pakistan defining the code of conduct for how the Banana Republic of Pakistan shall be run, malicious attempts to steal the mandate of the people has become a routine. An utmost shock to the rational mind, the election to the custodian of the Upper House of the Parliament was explicit […]
True spirit of faith in fighting extremism By: Wajeeha Bilal on March 2, 2021Every religion highlights a bedrock of guidelines and practices as enshrined within the dictum of its edicts. It spotlights specific guidelines and practices. As the guidelines are followed or those rituals are performed, the person is attempted to be made just with His Creator. Though there are differences in focus and the observance of rituals, but then that may be more […]
The brutal impact of beautification plans By: Nabeel Imtiaz on February 26, 2021Major cities across Pakistan are witnessing a messy transformation of urban landscape driven by the rapid pace of urbanization. These cities, slowly losing their distinctive identities, are becoming the victims of the so-called “development” projects that aim to stuff them with a high infrastructural density of multi-lane road, signal-free corridors, enormous boulevards and roundabouts, bridges […]
Kashmir and the higher Game of Thrones By: Wajeeha Bilal on February 19, 2021It can be quite irksome to watch television today. News and media revolve around civil wars or natural disasters. Movies depict terrible scenarios to keep the viewers engaged. Children are living with or witnessing violent environments, which is an endless emotional and psychological harassment. In the disputed lands of Kashmir, children are profoundly affected by […]
You are Free By: Lalarukh Wahid Cheema on February 17, 2021The colors in our flag hold significance beyond aesthetic lines, since we are an Islamic Republic, the greater part i.e. green represents the Muslim population whereas the white in flag represents the minorities who reside within Pakistan. The Constitution of Pakistan, under its Article 20 states that every citizen shall have the right to profess, […]
Educating the Educated – War on Waste By: Dr Ali Imtiaz & Mohsin iqbal Mazhar on February 14, 2021It’s not a secret anymore that our communities are generating a lot of trash nowadays. Amongst this, on average 4.3 pounds typical solid waste is being generated by an individual member of the community per day; 1.6 pounds more than the figures of 1960. Significant energy and resources are consumed in transportation and disposal of […]