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India faces diplomatic isolation
India’s global power ambitions are undercut by extremism at home, regional tensions, and aggressive diplomacy.
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Cybernet and Nokia redefine Pakistan’s network landscape with 1.2T-per-lambda backbone
Partnership brings advanced connectivity to cities and data hubs with high-performance optical tech.
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Faisalabad crime report: Robbery, theft, and narcotics see major decline
Faisalabad Police Dept releases annual comparative crime analysis, progress in crime prevention,response, enforcement
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Leveraging fintech and telecom to bridge Pakistan’s insurance gap
Pakistan's insurance penetration is just 0.8% of GDP, leaving millions vulnerable to financial shocks
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Not Just Their War: India, Pakistan, and the World’s Political Economy
The author is a professor of political economy and comparative politics.
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IBA-CED sparks dialogue on mental health, leadership at ‘Crucial Conversations: Stories of Impact’
Experts highlight the human side of leadership while tackling emotional health in high-stress roles
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The Indus Standoff
The writer is a lawyer based in Islamabad.
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Unraveling the Missing Persons Crisis: Realities, Misconceptions, and the Path to Resolution
The majority of enforced disappearances are not necessarily the result of deliberate policy.
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Regional Instability: The Taliban and the Abandoned Weapons
The writer is a freelance contributor with special focus on issues related to international and national security.
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Dark Nexus: Drugs Impacting The Youth
The author is permanent faculty at NUST. She can be reached at chivalier37@gmail.com.
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How ready is Pakistan for a green economy?
Pakistan can position itself as a key player in the global green economy, securing billions in green investments.
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Sindh Government’s Mobile App for Teacher Attendance: A Bold Reform or Another Failed Gimmick?
Sindh's government introduces a biometric attendance app with Iris Recognition and geofencing
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The Myth of Invincibility: The cost of living in shadow of false narratives
The victors no longer exist in the land.
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Why Trump’s shipbuilding tariffs won’t revive US industry
The writer is a student and freelance contributor.
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Empowered women, empowered Sindh: Breaking barriers & transforming lives
The writer is a spokesperson for the Sindh government.
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The escalating criminality of US attacks on Yemen
The attack is a message to the Yemeni Houthis not to create a mess for the US-allied ships in the Persian Gulf.
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Sindh health minister's criticism of K-P's Sehat Card rings hollow amid province's own failures
The writer is a former MPA, a tech professional with 28 years of experience, and education and child rights activist
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War against terrorism: Time to shoulder responsibility
The writer is a freelance contributor with special focus on issues related to international and national security.
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Reviving the National Action Plan: A Roadmap for Pakistan’s Security and Stability
National Action Plan remains Pakistan’s most coherent and comprehensive strategy to counter terrorism and extremism.
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Is NATO falling apart?
There have been loud thoughts amongst the strategic community of USA that ever since formation of the NATO
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Tariff policies imposed by US will backfire, warns Chinese consul general in Pakistan
Zhao Shiren says US tariffs will harm consumers, violate international law, and disrupt global trade
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The WhatsApp Republic: Economics of Digital Noise
The writer is an economist based in Islamabad. Twitter: @SalmanAneel or reach out via email at aneelsalman@gmail.com
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How Pakistan’s turmoil echoes on the playing field
Pakistan’s sports teams mirror national chaos—unstable leadership breeds uncertainty on and off the field.
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Climate change and growing population, a looming crisis
The writer is a freelance contributor with special focus on issues related to international and national security.
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Arrest of Kulbhushan Jadhav on March 3, 2016: A historic victory for Pakistani intelligence agencies
During interrogation, Jadhav confessed to executing operations in Pakistan under orders from the Indian govt and RAW.
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What to expect from China’s 2025 ‘Two Sessions’?
Top leadership likely to chart a course for China to tackle domestic and global challenges.
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The dilemma of achieving meaningful yet sustainable growth
Meaningful growth needs to be inclusive of the entire population, not through merely capital formation.
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Insights and Challenges
Beijing+30 and the role of institutions in advancing gender equality in Pakistan
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Europe's right-wing wave: A political shift or the new status quo?
The writer is a debater, aspiring activist with an interest in law and international politics, currently in A Levels.
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Maryam Nawaz's first year as Punjab CM: A year of transformative leadership and progress
The writer is the provincial information minister for Punjab
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Banks for Prosperity
The writer is chairman of the Pakistan Banks Association and president of Bank of Punjab
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India's hate touching new heights
The writer is a freelance contributor with special focus on issues related to international and national security.
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China and Pakistan strengthen strategic partnership
Chinese Ambassador HE Jiang Zaidong is confident that China and Pakistan's cooperation will shape a better future.
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The enduring legacy of his Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan and a vision for the future
The teachings and legacy of His Highness remind us that progress is about building, not tearing down.
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Shifting power projection in the Asia-Pacific?
The Fujian aircraft carrier marks a significant leap in China’s power projection capabilities.
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Redefining Turkey-Pakistan Strategic Ties
The author is a PhD Scholar and visiting faculty at Quaid-i-Azam University. She can be reached on X @Nousheen_Ashraf.
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Aamir Ibrahim: The Architect of Pakistan’s Digital Future at Davos
The writer is Comms Lead at VEON Group and Head of Communication at JazzCash.
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USAID's imperial long con
For decades, costly American dollars have been a front for 'humanitarian imperialism'
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DeepSeek leaves Silicon Valley nursing a bruised ego
China's DeepSeek challenges Silicone Valley's AI dominance, offering similar performance at a fraction of the cost.
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Unilever Future Leaders Programme empowers youth to tackle performance pressure
A panel discussion was organised at SZABIST in collaboration with the Express Media Group
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Radio is a lifeline in crisis, a catalyst for change: Commissioner Karachi Hasan Naqvi
GNMI, with US Consulate, organized Frequency+ training for radio professionals in Karachi, Sukkur, Hyderabad, Quetta.
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Betting on Disruption: How JazzCash Defied Collapse to Lead Pakistan’s Fintech Revolution
The writer is President of JazzCash and a member of the Forbes Finance Council.
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Broken Justice: India’s Women Pay the Price
According to the International media, upper caste Hindus use sexual violence against Dalit women as a weapon in India
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Cash is King: The Case of Pakistan in a Fintech Revolution
Despite the rapid push towards digitalization, cash remains deeply ingrained in Pakistan’s economy
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Cementing ties beyond infrastructure
Pakistan-China ties thrive on cultural exchange, education, and grassroots connections.
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Essential skills of the new age: Experts highlight key competencies for success
Unilever Pakistan, in collaboration with the Express Media Group, organized an awareness session at Habib University.
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Fact vs fiction: Unpacking the grooming gangs narrative amidst Musk's claims
The writer is a freelance columnist.
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Ceasefire or Illusion? Gaza’s Fight for Freedom continues
Ceasefire in Gaza offers brief relief, but the root causes of conflict remain unresolved.
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Beyond Tradition: Shifting Baby Naming Practices in Pakistan
Media, novels, and social media shape cultural and social preferences, also influencing how newborns are named