Dr Nasir Khan

In Pakistan, every woman has a story-stories of perseverance, dreams, and the struggle to carve out a space for herself in a world that often tells her to stay within limits. From young girls fighting for their right to education to mothers balancing work and family, and entrepreneurs defying the odds to build businesses, Pakistani […]

For generations, Pakistan’s civil services have stood as a gateway to public administration, diplomacy, and law enforcement, drawing talent from a wide range of academic backgrounds. But now, with the introduction of the Cluster-Based Competitive Examination (CBCE), a fundamental shift is underway, sparking intense debate among aspirants and policymakers alike. The idea behind CBCE is […]

Niccolò Machiavelli (1469-1527), a political thinker from Renaissance Italy, is best known for his no-nonsense, often harsh approach to power and governance. In his famous book, ‘The Prince’ he argued that the most important goal for any ruler is to preserve and strengthen the state, even if it means making morally questionable decisions. For Machiavelli, […]

I believe that peace doesn’t just come from putting down weapons but from having the courage to engage in meaningful conversations and dialogues. After 15 months of devastating conflict in Gaza, a ceasefire has finally been achieved through dialogue between the parties involved. Will this agreement mark a significant step toward peace, demonstrating the power […]

In today’s fast-paced world, shaped by rapid technological advances and the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the traditional structures that guide higher education and research are being closely examined. One of the most deep-rooted and time-consuming systems is the PhD process, which has largely remained the same for centuries. But in an age where data […]

One time, I was sitting with a few senior bureaucrats, and they were continuously blaming the youth for the current state of Pakistan. I interrupted and said, “You all held key positions, but what have you done to improve this country? It’s the older generation in the bureaucracy that has made this country what it […]

Historically, Muslims were at the forefront of global power, particularly during the Islamic Golden Age (8th to 14th centuries), when empires such as the Abbasid Caliphate, the Ottoman Empire, and the Umayyad Caliphate dominated vast territories. These empires not only controlled significant portions of the land but were also centres of scientific, cultural, and intellectual […]

The ‘middle class’ is one of the most commonly used terms in society. Despite its frequent use there is, however, no consensus on what the term exactly implies and its meaning remains ambiguous depending primarily on the context in which it is used. It is viewed as the class that is between, and separates, the […]

Pakistan, a country in South Asia, has a complicated and strategically important terrain. The country’s topography is a breathtaking patchwork of natural beauty and daunting obstacles, ranging from the vast deserts of Thar in the south to the towering peaks of the Karakoram Range and the Himalayas in the north. Its geopolitical significance is envied […]

One of Pakistan’s most pressing challenges is its rapidly growing population, with an alarming average of 19,300 children born daily, translating to an annual population growth rate of 2.2 percent – one of the highest in South Asia. The country’s current population exceeds 240 million, straining already limited resources such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure. […]