Zamur Hafeez

“This has been an absolute nightmare. What have common citizens done to deserve this menace? In the midst of political chaos, it is always the common man who suffers,” said Aqdas Jaffer in frustration following the recent nationwide internet disruptions. These disruptions have made it nearly impossible for people to carry out basic tasks such […]

How can literacy and progress coexist if noxious pollutants shed looming threats of ailments, particularly in Lahore, where it is predicted that the next few decades will witness air quality reaching its peak deterioration alongside smog? Pollution has increasingly taken a toll on not just education but also the health, economy, and inclement weather of […]

The youth of a nation plays a crucial role in its progress. According to the UNDP Human Development Report (NIHDR) 2018, increasing the earning capacity of youth through proper education and training can significantly reduce unemployment and poverty. Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, of which Pakistan has around 2,173, serve as the […]

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia holds a revered place in the Muslim world, and Pakistan has cultivated deep connections with this nation through religious, defence, economic, and cultural relations. Historically, Saudi Arabia has recognized Pakistan as a brotherly independent country since its formation, and the two nations have enjoyed a close relationship since the latter […]

Since its inception, Pakistan’s 1973 Constitution has been amended many times to keep pace with the country’s evolving political and social landscape. These changes, while necessary, often spark debates about how much power should be given to the government, the judiciary, or the people. The most recent major change was the 25th Amendment, passed in […]

Women’s protection in Pakistan remains a critical issue, shaped by deep-seated patriarchal beliefs and a misogynistic social structure. In this system, men often assert their dominance over women through violence, particularly when seeking revenge or to satisfy their desires. This is an alarming reality, where women’s bodies are treated as battlegrounds for so-called moral values, […]

In the fight against gender-based violence and discrimination, Pakistan stands at a critical juncture. With alarming statistics revealing the extent of brutality faced by women, it is evident that a pervasive mindset of misogyny continues to plague society. Addressing this issue requires not only acknowledging the wrongs of the past but also implementing measures to […]

Since the onset of the industrial revolution in the mid-18th century, our world has been thrust into a smoky and polluted environment, posing a grave threat to our ecosystem and significant health risks for all living creatures. Industrial pollution, characterized by various forms including air, water, thermal, soil, and noise pollution, has emerged as a […]

As the sun gracefully rises over the sprawling skyline of Pakistan’s largest city, Karachi, a dark shadow ominously looms beneath the surface, exposing a metropolis grappling with the alarming surge of various crimes. Crime, an age-old adversary to societies worldwide, has entrenched itself in Karachi, where the rapidly escalating crime ratio has stripped citizens of […]