Opinion

Notion of gender equality has been repeatedly hijacked by those in power to serve their vested interests

Unfortunate that divisive narrative constructed for Karachi which has suffered over the last few decades

Even if duffers were the culprit the law must find space for what is rational

What the State Bank must do is to put a stopper on the currency printing press when it is not needed

Pakistan currently faces a serious water crisis because of its rapidly growing population, growing agricultural needs

Without building regional stakes in our security/stability, Pakistan would continue to remain a security state

The govt needs to step in to stop the country being deprived of its geniuses, talent, intellect and creativity

Perhaps the world needs less imagination and more truth

From PM breaking his promises to judiciary lingering on cases forever. One thing is evident, the system has failed

In today’s environment, holding back an information, in majority of situations, is not an asset

Building a self-sustaining and dynamic economy, however, is no easy challenge

When the news about unrest in Kazakhstan hit the headlines, it drew the attention of common Pakistanis

Offshore detention centres are among the most inhumane asylum centres, and have led to suicides among the detainees

Yes, these scientists are on the top of their fields but unfortunately their field is not public health

The state could regulate the economic system but only lightly while properties were owned and managed by individuals

But then why should the federal and provincial governments make special provisions for Karachi’s developmental gaps?

The core of every civilization is its spiritual principles; when they die, the civilization dies

We failed both as a state and also as a society in saving our ones from freezing to death

The tragic loss of precious human lives would have been avoided with all these measures

We have seen time and again how the Sindh government continues to shelter criminals and shield murderers

Benazir Bhutto cannot be remembered and paid homage to her better than reviving democratic values

Then came the late 90s and the period after 9/11. Getting a US visa became close to impossible

How can a strategic thought process be unleashed and what are the major requirements for it?

Eliciting approval from the domestic audience, building an atmosphere that creates an aura of self-belief

The much-touted National Security Policy of Pakistan (NSP) 2022-2026 is out after much fanfare

Imran Khan may have good intentions, but intentions are not enough to run a state

Let’s do something new. Let’s put faith in people and see if they ever disappoint you

DRRM policies, plans, structures, SOPs and yearly reports are all efficient

Evolution of knowledge and evolution of our concept of knowledge are two different things

Societies are not meant to be rapacious and predatory

Increasing commodification has led animals to be reared and slaughtered in inhumane conditions

Pakistan was among the first countries to start a family planning programme

We must remain curious, ask questions, do the diagnostic work and avoid displacing responsibility on the government

There was no mechanism to control overflow and overcapacity vehicular traffic in the small town

Situation is excellent opportunity for Pakistan to place itself at the diplomatic centre stage of the Middle East

Climate change manifested its presence without almost anyone talking about it in Pakistan

I speak to all those in power and all those who hold you up: would you spare one second to listen to us?

The ideal soil for the children’s growth is difficult to find but not impossible

President Biden and his predecessors found Pakistan a convenient scapegoat for their policy failures in Afghanistan

Pakistan will most likely be faced with alarming threats to its internal security from terrorist organisations

Solutions include a range of actions that can address GBV, especially if implemented in parallel

From a scientific and clinical perspective, there is absolutely no reason to prescribe antibiotics for Covid-19

How hard was it to block the roads when Murree choked to its full capacity days ago?

Murree tragedy and fractured state institutions

The other quarter that could have helped but didn’t are the people of Murree

Sufism from the very early days of Islam has been an essential aspect of Islam in Afghanistan

Pakistan has failed to make any substantive inroads in terms of societal progress

The bigger picture is to ensure that there is some semblance of stability and sustainability in Afghanistan

Are we managing our soft power appropriately?

Presenting a national security policy focusing on geo-economic may be a good idea but reality on ground is different