Effects of GM foods on Pakistan’s food security on February 21, 2019GMOs undergo gene modification through a complex, scientific process known as genetic engineering responsible for altering the nutritional content of organic foods through technology. A number of selected traits are either added or removed from one organism to another. Although GMOs are beneficial to humans today, a controversial debate surrounding the subject matter has been […]
I have learned that you must be diplomatic in this field: Yasir Hussain on February 17, 2019Yasir Hussain is many things – an actor, writer and television host. He debuted in film as Moti in ‘Karachi Se Lahore’ and has not looked back since. He won acclaim for his starring role as Tahawar in ‘Baandi’ last year and is set to grace the big screen in the forthcoming sequel ‘Karachi Se […]
‘Everything changed after my mother was diagnosed with cancer’ on February 9, 2019Zara Noor Abbas has taken the entertainment world by storm with revered television roles. It is her mission to stay afloat and continue to rise and shine. Haider Rifaat met the famed actor to dig deep. Describe your best self in three words. Honest Super sensitive/emotional Giving How sneaky were you as a child? Not […]
How we have let humanity down with old age homes on February 8, 2019There is nothing more disgraceful than abandoning your own. Parents nurture you, provide the best for you and shape you into who you are today. While we strive for their happiness, others find excuses to run away from their responsibilities. It is more about our unconditional love for them. The idea of old age homes […]
‘Donald Trump himself has become the greatest source of partisan conflict’ — Michael Kugelman on February 2, 2019In conversation with Michael Kugelman, the Deputy Director of the Asian Program and Senior Associate for South Asia at the esteemed Wilson Center. He is a contributor for The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal blog, CNN and Aljazeera. Learn more about Michael and his political views as he engages with Haider Rifaat in […]
‘Acting has more mass value for an artist’s profile’ on February 1, 2019The talented singer-turned-actor Goher Mumtaz performed recently at Coke Fest, Islamabad. I sat him down for an exciting conversation about life and beyond. How did you venture into music? I was in sixth grade when I realised my passion to form a band. I often listened to Junoon on my walkman and CD player. There […]
I want to be the first Pakistani to sing at Madison Square Garden: Asim Azhar on January 29, 2019The Coke Fest was in full swing on Sunday in the abode of peace. As the crowd geared up for Asim Azhar’s rocking performance, I caught up with him backstage to talk about new music, his favoured collaboration and dream venue for performance. You have achieved tremendous fan following and success in a short time […]
Writer Hannan R Hussain of And the Candles Blew fame takes up designer menswear shoots on January 20, 2019Introduce yourself to our readers. I am a writer, public speaker, model, social entrepreneur and a stage actor. I have spent the past four years writing for leading national and international publications. My core focus has been on international security, domestic politics, education, technology and sports. In 2016, I authored And the Candles Blew, a […]
‘Cheekho for your own right!’ — Badar Mehmood on January 8, 2019Director Badar Mehmood is making waves with his new acclaimed drama ‘Cheekh’ starring Saba Qamar, Bilal Abbas Khan and Ushna Shah. In a one on one interview, I candidly spoke to him about the project and its relevance in Pakistan today. Share some details about yourself I have been in the field of direction for […]
I identify my label with sobriety and delicacy: Sadaf Fawad Khan on December 25, 2018An accomplished entrepreneur, Sadaf Fawad Khan is all for fashion! Her label SFK Bridals is chic and classy, to say the least. In an exclusive interview to Daily Times, Sadaf talked about what is keeping her busy. Out of all the professions, why did you choose fashion designing? I always had more of an interest […]