The events of 1971 represent a significant turning point in the history of Pakistan, bringing unprecedented challenges and internal conflicts worsened by external influences. Following the partition in 1947, Pakistan became a split republic separated by more than 1,600 kilometers, with West Pakistan ruling the eastern portion. Although the two regions had religious similarities, their […]
Khunjerab: gateway to prosperity
Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan’s connection with China’s Xinjiang province through the Khunjerab Pass is a major milestone in regional economic integration and development due to its operation all year round. It is the world’s highest paved international border and has historically served as a critical trade route. For centuries, the Khunjerab Pass has been a vital trade […]
Eradication of terrorism — proportional to nation’s support
The scourge of terrorism continues to cast a shadow over Pakistan, and the events of early November serve as a grim reminder of the vulnerabilities that the country faces. On 2 November, a suicide attack targeted a police car passing by a student van outside the Girls High School at Civil Hospital Chowk in Mastung, […]
The Vicious Nexus
An incident that began as a minor dispute on July 7th, 2024 turned into a tragedy that would have ramifications throughout Pakistan’s socio-political landscape. The stabbing of Gilaman Wazir, a respected figure in the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM), by a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporter, Azad Dawar, resulted in Gilaman’s death on 11th July, setting off […]
Growing economic indicators
The economy of Pakistan is recovering and demonstrating newfound stability and optimism, bolstered by the improvement of major economic indicators in FY24. After several years of economic uncertainty, the government’s measures have brought about a significant turnaround, positioning the country for a brighter economic future. One of the most notable improvements is seen in the […]
ELECTORAL FARCE IN INDIA
India, the world’s largest democracy, faced intense scrutiny during its 2024 general elections, which garnered significant international media attention. This spotlight has underscored the nation’s growing global influence and, concurrently, cast a critical eye on its democratic processes. The Indian National Congress (INC) has persistently levelled accusations against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), alleging that […]
Tirade of Terror in Balochistan
Nations have been embroiled in conflicts and power struggles in their quest to protect their sovereignty and maintain security throughout history. The scourge of terrorism has been a worrisome phenomenon for Pakistan for the past two decades, causing immense suffering and leaving lasting scars on society. Despite the United States’ withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, […]
Transnational Repression of Modi’s Regime
“Justice will not be served until those who are unaffected are as outraged as those who are.” Benjamin Franklin’s remarks strike a profound chord with the predicament facing the Sikh people and their protracted fight to create Khalistan, an autonomous state split off from Indian Punjab. The historical and cultural differences that distinguish Sikhs from […]
Elusive Indo-Afghan Affinity
“Your neighbour is your natural enemy and the neighbour’s neighbour is your friend”.-Chanakya Kautilya In line with this famous adage of Brahmin alumnus of the 700 BC ‘Takshashila’ (university) at Taxila, India is following a friendly policy with Afghanistan detriment to Pakistan in the region. In pursuit of this, India has been portrayed as a […]
SIFC – AN ANNUAL APPRAISAL
The Federal Government of Pakistan formed the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) to promote business-friendly conditions and draw investments to accelerate economic growth. With a focus on important industries like energy, IT, military manufacturing, and agriculture, SIFC seeks to seize opportunities and overcome obstacles in line with Pakistan’s goals for economic recovery. Operating within the […]