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  • Stop Israel, now

    Gaza has been destroyed beyond recognition as apathy of international community continues

  • Urea price hike

    The only realistic option is to encourage more domestic output and help existing producers improve efficiency

  • Default fears

    The critical economic situation warrants a stable government at the Centre

  • Enter PDM2

    The power-sharing formula is, however, tantamount to an alliance of the unwilling

  • The unloved metropolis

    Mayor Murtaza Wahab recently tried to spin this as Karachi being a home for all orphans

  • Public hanging bill

    In Pakistan’s context, this debate intersects with religious and cultural norms where Shariah law plays a pivotal role

  • Navalny’s death

    Navalny’s allegations of foul play in her husband’s extermination have logically attracted wide constituency in Europe

  • Costly food

    It is essential to view the rise in food exports not just as an economic opportunity but also as a policy challenge

  • Tightening trap of debt

    Pakistan’s total debt and liabilities including domestic and external debt stand at Rs77.66 trillion

  • Political networking

    With PTI sitting pretty cool with 90-odd legislators in the NA, reserved members will come as a shot in the arm for it

  • PSL-9

    The inaugural edition of the league was played in the UAE

  • Grace marks

    Decision signals an attempt to address the widespread discontent sparked by the alleged shortcomings of the results

  • Counting the dead

    The moot convened by Russia is an opportunity in disaster to lead from the front and take on Israel and its abettors

  • Addressing illegal construction

    Every few months, we see unfortunate cases of fatalities in incidents that can be attributed to illegal construction

  • Rising tariffs

    The hike will further erode the purchasing power of the average Pakistani and squeezing household budgets

  • No takers for the hot seat

    The PTI-backed Independent candidates seem to be more convinced for a role in opposition

  • India and political donations

    The Reserve Bank of India, which had to issue the bonds, explicitly said they could “facilitate money laundering”

  • Education laws

    Pakistan has one of the lowest literacy rates in the world, with over 20 million children out of school

  • Democracy Index

    It is worrisome for the world’s fifth largest democracy that it could not even compete with Angola

  • Gender equality: our journey through the lens of SDGs

    Navigating the path forward involves prioritising girls’ education

  • India-UAE linkage

    India has rightly struck the tangibles that it enjoys in its ties with the UAE

  • Spending cuts

    While we are hopeful that the new government will address the spending cuts, a significant turnaround is unlikely

  • Striving for change

    The Indus River Basin, one of Pakistan’s most critical water systems, has been facing extensive ecological challenges

  • People’s election

    People and the society remain inherently democratic and prefer democratic options

  • Decline of migratory species

    Migratory species play a crucial role in maintaining the health and balance of ecosystems worldwide

  • India’s media crackdown

    India is now ranked 161 out of 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index

  • Alliance of convenience

    The PML-N has made a poor choice, and that too after having tasted the sourness of governance for 16 months

  • Aussies’ sports supremacy

    Pakistan’s domestic cricket system has long been criticised for its lack of competitiveness and professionalism

  • Cylinder safety

    Addressing the issue of LPG cylinder safety requires a coordinated approach from the relevant stakeholders

  • Cobbling a coalition

    The scenario is one of abject political instability, and does not bode well for the country

  • Election and environment

    Shockingly, this equated to the felling of approximately 49,600 trees

  • The debt bomb

    The biggest problems are almost universal among troubled economies

  • Living by chance

    Recent daredevil and horrifying Israeli airstrikes on the conclave claimed more than 160 Palestinians

  • Dented democracy

    Pakistan’s recent polls have concluded amidst a flurry of disruptions

  • EU’s climate conflict

    The repercussions of the EU’s climate decisions extend far beyond its borders

  • Online child abuse content

    Governments should strengthen legal frameworks

  • Tapping cricket talent

    Pakistan was expected to perform well before the tournament started

  • Of duels and deals

    Reports say high-profile contacts have been established with MQM and other parties by the PML-N

  • Climate-affected farmers

    Access to affordable crop insurance schemes can safeguard farmers against crop failures

  • Hindutva in secular guise

    Uniform Civil Code has significant privacy implications

  • PDM 2.0?

    Post-ballot trajectory is one of chaos and confusion, marred by serious allegations of irregularities

  • Debt repayment

    Pakistan is obligated to repay $77 billion over the next three years

  • A vote for democracy

    Elections held at height of political instability, nosediving economy and simmering security situation

  • New PCB chief

    Selection of PCB chief should be in free, fair elections organised by board, with no political interference

  • Gas price hike

    Magnitude of tariff increases, with 35.13% rise for SNGPL consumers, 8.57% increase for SSGC consumers

  • Time to vote

    Distinctive feature of Feb 8 2024 elections is sizable number of Independent candidates, contesting for PTI

  • Canvassing is over

    Future of Pakistan’s progress, stability rests on credible outcome of February 8 vote

  • Under darkness

    Survey by Gallup Pakistan shows , 60% of population grapples with absence of street lights near their homes

  • Poverty and parental neglect

    No amount of poverty should excuse parent who forces child who should be in primary school to work

  • Davis Cup defeat

    It is time to usher in a new era where merit drives the resurgence of tennis in Pakistan