As Pakistan’s population continues to surge toward an estimated 270 million by 2050, the implications for our socio-economic fabric are increasingly alarming. Currently, with a growth rate exceeding two per cent per year, Pakistan grapples with the sheer scale of its population, but with the daunting challenges that accompany rapid demographic changes. This scenario presents […]
Progress and Protests
The writing on the wall is clear: hard work is finally beginning to yield results as Pakistan experiences notable progress on both political and economic fronts. While the government is implementing comprehensive reforms that are beginning to stabilize the economy and address inflation, trade relationships, and growth, a troubling trend is re-emerging from the Pakistan […]
Reality of CPEC Propaganda
It is very easy to rain on someone else’s parade while sitting miles away. The recent article published in Guardian, “What Went Wrong with Pakistan’s Dubai?” does just that; painting a distorted picture of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as an economic burden. Given how the propaganda is making waves in all directions, becoming easy […]
Pakistani Diaspora: True Ambassadors
In an era where the world is more interconnected than ever, the Pakistani diaspora has long served as a beacon of our nation’s rich culture and resilient spirit. With over 9 million Pakistanis living abroad, this vibrant community has become a vital ambassador for our homeland, sharing our traditions and values across the globe. Yet, […]
Bridging Boundaries
During my college years, I often found myself captivated by the anecdotes shared by my Pakistani-American friends about gatherings of the Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America (APPNA). To me, their descriptions conjured images of vibrant, bustling desi weddings, filled with laughter and lively celebrations. However, as someone who grew up in […]
Defying High Court
The protest orchestrated by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on November 26 stands as a glaring example of political irresponsibility and contempt for the rule of law. In a city already under the strain of economic difficulties, the protestors demonstrated a shocking disregard for peace and the troubles they would impose upon millions of citizens before […]
Defying High Court
The protest orchestrated by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on November 26 stands as a glaring example of political irresponsibility and contempt for the rule of law. In a city already under the strain of economic difficulties, the protestors demonstrated a shocking disregard for peace and the troubles they would impose upon millions of citizens before […]
Misinformation Crisis
In the chaotic landscape of today’s media, the rise of fake news looms like a dark cloud over the sanctity of journalism. It’s a crisis we can no longer afford to ignore, especially when a political party like Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) takes centre stage in this insidious drama. Weeks after its chaotic protest took the […]
No Red Lines for PTI
Pakistan’s Information Minister Atta Tarar recently criticized Imran Khan’s party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, for issuing a call for civil disobedience, mocking them as being disobedient themselves and their false narratives falling flat in the court of people. Many other ministers are following suit, showing confidence in no potential threat to either their government or the economy. […]
The Truth Behind PTI’s Propaganda
In a troubling turn of events, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) finds itself mired in controversy following its recent protests in Islamabad, which have sparked widespread unrest and economic disruption. What happened at D-Chowk was far removed from the self-concoted ideas of peaceful protest as innumerable participants were seen eager to attack the law enforcement authorities under […]