In a region that has weathered countless storms, the fight against terrorism remains Pakistan’s most pressing battle, one that is not just about security, but about national unity, resilience, and truth in the face of chaos. The tragedy that unfolded recently in Balochistan’s Mastung district, where three Indian-backed militants were neutralised during a sanitisation operation, […]
Fiscal Revival
When nations spiral into economic despair, the headlines write themselves grim, accusatory, and speculative. But when a country begins to claw its way back, reshaping perceptions through grit and reform, the silence is often deafening. Pakistan, long cited in financial analyses as a cautionary tale of fiscal turbulence, has quietly pulled off one of the […]
Toxic Promises: Hazardous Waste Policy 2022 (Part I)
Hazardous waste is a major global environmental challenge and poses serious risks to human health and safety, and other species of the ecosystem. It has exacerbated over the years as countries pursue industrial and agricultural development without caring for the adverse consequences on the people and the planet. The problem stems from the fact that […]
Choosing dialogue over deterrence
At a time when the world teetered dangerously on the edge of multiple conflicts, one figure emerged with an unexpectedly calm yet firm presence one who resisted the war drums and preferred the language of diplomacy over destruction. The 2025 India-Pakistan crisis, sparked by a reckless false flag attack in Pahalgam and weaponized by Narendra […]
Arsenal of chaos
It wasn’t the sound of boots or the thunder of jets that dawned upon a new era of regional instability, it was the roar of foreign-made firepower echoing across desolate tracts of Waziristan, Kunduz, and Pahalgam. When the United States hurriedly vacated Afghanistan in 2021, its exit did not mark the end of war; it […]
From remittance to relevance
At an airport terminal before sunrise, amid the quiet shuffle of luggage and the soft murmur of announcements, a green passport often stands out not just by color, but by the story it holds. Each Pakistani who leaves home for distant shores does not simply migrate; they carry with them fragments of the country its […]
The west’s selective blindness
The world has always prided itself on upholding justice, human rights, and global security, yet when it comes to India, these principles seem to dissolve into thin air. Despite overwhelming evidence of India’s involvement in state-sponsored terrorism, Western nations continue to turn a blind eye, prioritizing their economic and strategic interests over ethical considerations. The […]
Balochistan’s fight for justice
Balochistan, a land of immense natural wealth and cultural richness, has long been a victim of exploitation. This exploitation has come in different forms, each more insidious than the last, leaving the common people in a perpetual state of suffering. Historically, external and internal forces have played their role in keeping the province underdeveloped and […]
Undocumented Immigrants’ Fiasco
The principle of national sovereignty dictates that every state holds the fundamental right to safeguard its borders, ensure the security of its citizens, and regulate immigration according to its domestic imperatives. Pakistan, a nation that has long borne the burden of hosting millions of Afghan refugees, is now taking decisive measures to reclaim control over […]
Fitna begets Fitna
The internal strife within Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), or Fitna-ul-Khawarij as they are often called, has once again erupted with ferocity, showcasing the organization’s fragmented and power-hungry nature. This recent wave of infighting, culminating in the killing of Commander Rahim alias Shahid Umar, along with Tariq, Khaksar, and Adnan at the hands of Noor Wali Mehsud […]