Opinion

To the American mind, their best bet is in a regime change or through elevation of younger cadres in Iranian politics

Nuclear deal is significant in terms of enabling oversight of Iran’s nuclear ambitions in lieu of easing sanctions

Wide-eyed appreciation of Zardari’s Houdini acts blinds us to the monumental unravelling of governance during his term

The people of these two countries are increasingly contributing to modern-day Australia just as their forefathers had

Just prove to us that you are worthy of confidence we reposed in you, live up to our vote that elected you to power

We may be witnessing the early assertive steps of a new superpower. And the year is only half done.

What is the root cause of terrorism? Saad Aziz had been described as a ‘normal’ kid before he plummeted into darkness

COAS seemed to be simultaneously in Waziristan bucking up the lads, and also trying to save people of Chitral

It’s unfortunate but not surprising that this year, Indian and Pakistani guards did not exchange greetings, sweets

IMF is subject to political pressures, and potentially gives self-serving recommendations

Karachi is a city of rubbish dumps, a drainage system that awaits rain to demonstrate how neglected it is

For millions of children, celebration of Eid is not quite straightforward

We grow the best fruits, vegetables, cotton, wheat and rice but gain very little, and even suffer losses

In contrast to what NAP had promised regarding speedy trials, over 90 per cent of cases are pending in courts

A group of leaders has launched an initiative for changing this system and the rules and institutions governing it

Pakistani people expect and demand that the prime minister be in the country during Ramazan

Being in green spaces relaxes, rejuvenates our mind in a way that is not possible while staring at concrete and bricks

We mustn't be afraid of private companies getting bigger; rather, govt must support them in meeting their targets

With deal in place, Pakistan should be able to move forward with the construction of the Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline

After years of kicking and screaming, Tehran is ready to give up its nuclear ambitions — for now

What a lovely and precious privilege it is to present a gift, even more so on the blessed occasion of Eid

We spend so much energy on ensuring non-proliferation and yet nothing to find ways to undo radioactivity

For Pakistan to be competitive in world economy, its private sector needs to be able to compete on its own strength

The Pakistani government’s death penalty spree has become a barbaric assembly-line

Surrounded by Black Sea, Bosphorus, Turkey appears to be undergoing never-ending process of political transformation

The deal bails out the lenders, not the Greek economy and its suffering populace

Substantiating a causal link between madrassa education and terrorism remains a contentious issue

It is time to reclaim this blessed season and bring back the one thing it was meant to inculcate — empathy

Any form of government, police primarily functions on the basis of a legal framework, not traditional values

Go ahead all shopping malls, charge what you like, if it keeps beastly boys at arm’s length then you have my support

Unarguably, Ranveer has won the internet with the ace spoof. He’s nailed it.

While Nawaz has political support for engaging with Modi, the engagement track has to be symmetrical and sustainable

What various power centres in Pakistan ought to learn is that our extended region cannot afford any mis-adventure

We may soon see foreign investors, traders, technology suppliers for exploring, developing Iran’s natural resources

PTI claimed theirs is a ‘different’ party, will bring — tabdeeli. But it's antics showed it's a party like any other

There is little doubt this latest round of talks with Afghan Taliban has unleashed a new, much more promising dynamic

While govt should look into grievances, it won't be much to ask tycoons to use past windfalls to fund current losses

when it comes to any event between the two countries, emotions run high and ultra-nationalism reigns supreme

Consequence of our insurmountable barrier is that most of science students, mentors lack ability to express themselves

Any policy directed at revival, preservation of Urdu must also account that English is essential for global access

Abdullah’s story cascades through the events of that era and culminates in the biggest transmigration in history

Having taken the plunge, the process must be carried through to completion

Small acts of kindness towards others receive great emphasis in the teachings of Islam

China’s economic rise led by an assertive leadership have led to the reenactment of the Cold War, Asia-style

The tax break for residents who install solar systems would make solar energy instantly attractive

There has been little effort on the part of Sindh government to examine the causes of the deaths in the first place

Military activism from the sidelines is better than direct military rule

Around 40 free flights in business class a year for wife or p.a.? Heck… even the Americans don’t get that.

Pakistan has not changed a single thing. It is the BJP and its unhinged supporters who have changed

It is imperative we reorient our internal security policies towards the urban citizen and prioritise citizen security