Economy, politics and administrationon December 9, 2019For economic development, it seems desirable to set forth, in terms of generalization, relationship that have historically characterized the developmental process. Industrialization is the key to economic development and, in fact, is virtually synonymous with it. Development requires an increase in the amount of accumulated capital per head of population, in industries, the distributive trades, […]
Incapacity and utter failureon December 2, 2019What is good for the state institutions is good for Pakistan Rules and procedures are guidelines for effective and good governance. Let us stop turning them into road blocks. Periodical reviews are required to update all rules and procedures as well as government policies. Democracy in its best form and description adopted and adopted is […]
Power and corruptionon November 24, 2019Leaders and managers need power to influence others. Power helps managers fulfil their leadership responsibilities. It also affects relationships among people at all levels, inside and outside the organisation. Managerial power has changed considerably over time. Managers delegate and empower others. Organisational Structures have flattened, causing more people at each level to share power. Relationships […]
An enabling culture is required for a way forwardon November 21, 2019Investment in peace is better than hatemongering and war. A day will dawn to unchain the oppressed and grant them opportunity to exercise their right of self-determination. The forces of true justice will prevail. India will witness end to its own injustice and state terrorism. It is time for the United Nations to implement its […]
Resolving political crisison November 14, 2019Feelings and words walk together, hand in hand; leaving behind a narrative of endless pain. No comfort; no gain. When will the narrative change; bringing new hope, taking away misery and shame? War and peace are instruments of development and change; the change we fear; the change we need. This is a dilemma, indeed. After […]
Observing a ‘Black Day’ story of Kashmiron November 2, 2019Pakistan marked October 27, 2019 as Black Day to Condemn illegal Indian occupation of Kashmir. In the province of Punjab one Million Signatures campaign was inaugurated to highlight Indian atrocities in Kashmir. Representatives of youth held demonstrations against Indian state terrorism, continued violence and usurpation of human rights and killing of unarmed Kashmiris struggling for […]
Institutions and policymakingon October 28, 2019A general sense of dissatisfaction about credibility of accountability and performance of government is nothing new. Students of public administration and public policy and experts from allied fields of study such as sociology, political science and economics have been engaged in structural functional analysis with a view to improving the system of government that impacts […]
Enduring backwardnesson October 20, 2019The Industrial Revolution created a transformative critical juncture for the whole world during the nineteenth century and beyond: those societies that allowed and incentivised their citizens to invest in new technologies could grow rapidly. But many around the world failed to do so – or explicitly choose not to do so. Nations under the group […]
Hate politics a ‘common crisis’on October 12, 2019I tend to agree that there is much more to a Muslim’s identity than theological adherence: Religious coexistence can be made possible by adopting and adapting to Muslim pluralism as an essential factor of culture. That course needs to be followed to counter-terrorism and extreme behaviors. There is light at the end of the tunnel. […]
Growing hatred and bigotry in Indian societyon October 10, 2019The rule of the situation demands political leadership to focus on nation-building, securing Pakistan’s national interests, and returning the country to sound and firm economic footings. Self-reliance for strategic decisions and polices for a strong Pakistan, a solid economy ensures sovereignty, independence and respect in the comity of nations. There is no need to talk […]