As the government expands its campaign against armed fighters in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a new battle emerges – not just on the ground but in the realm of narratives or ideas. The government has introduced the National Prevention of Violent Extremism (NPVE) Policy, which is mainly to counter extremism through new tools – education, […]
Punjab’s Prime Peak
The Punjab government, under Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has completed its first year in office, marking a period of ambitious reforms and development projects. From healthcare to infrastructure, social welfare to environmental initiatives, the government has focused on improving the lives of the people. However, while achievements are evident, challenges remain. Healthcare has seen […]
A New Era?
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s visit to Baku represents a crucial moment in Pakistan-Azerbaijan relations, marking a renewed commitment to elevating bilateral investment to $2 billion. This visit comes at a time when geopolitical alliances are shifting, presenting both nations with a transformative opportunity. For Pakistan, a country determined to rise above ongoing challenges to its […]
Music Begins…
Another day, another announcement from the PTI to persist in their protests until the release of Imran Khan (this time, from Junaid Akbar Khan, President of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chapter and the newly-minted blue-eyed leader). It’s worth noting that PTI’s advocacy for the right to assemble is rooted in legitimate constitutional provisions. As outlined in Article […]
Bunker Blunder Buster
Bunker is an army word that is common in border areas. Other than the army and border areas, bunkers have become a second or even first introduction of Kurram district. After a spree of violence, authorities have woken up to the bunker bites and have started demolishing the challenging structures. The ongoing operation in Kurram […]
Mob Job
Mob lynching in our part of the world is linked to ‘blasphemy,’ but now this chilling sport has started claiming people’s lives over matters like parking disputes and street crimes. Consider: in June 2024, a robber in Karachi’s Ittehad Town was beaten to death by an angry crowd. In May 2024, mobs lynched another robber […]
Barkhan Massacre
The heart-wrenching killings of seven innocent Pakistani civilians in Barkhan on Tuesday serve as a grim reminder of the escalating violence that has ensnared the region in turmoil. Seven lives brutally cut shot. These men were dragged from a bus, targeted solely on their identity cards and executed for the “crime” of daring to seek […]
Dual Crisis
As hospitals in Karachi are overwhelmed with influenza cases and a widespread viral outbreak in Punjab prolongs post-infection symptoms, Pakistan is facing a pressing dual health crisis that cannot be ignored. While the Sindh Health Department has directed district authorities to implement containment measures, the Punjab government has yet to announce relevant policies. Without prompt […]
Plot, Trot, Spot
Home is where the heart is, but in our part of the world, it looks like our heart is in the real estate business, not a place to be called sweet home. Pakistan faces a staggering shortfall of over 12 million homes, yet people continue to pour their savings into property instead of building homes […]
Child, Chocolate, Choke
Home should be a place of warmth and safety for children, and people in home a source of warmth and love. Yet for many like Iqra, it is a battlefield where childhood is robbed. The story of the Rawalpindi-based minor girl, covered by the local and international media, is painfully reminiscent of the tragic characters […]