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The mango republic
I am a direct witness to the fact that Pakistani rice is sold in America under the Indian label.
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F-35: Another Blow to India’s LCA Tejas Program
In this strategic environment, India’s aging fighter fleet presents major challenges in potential air conflicts
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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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The unspoken rules of academia in Pakistan
Family background significantly influences academic and professional trajectories in Pakistan
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Balancing tech and tradition in education
Research and classroom observations revealed that digital learning was not delivering the expected benefits.
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Transformational impact of AI
It is estimated that within 5 years AI agents will be able to outperform their human counterparts in multiple fields
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Pak-BD ties: seeking positive transformation
Exchange of students, faculty and professionals will also act as a catalyst in strengthening the bilateral ties.
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Pakistan's climate action: overcoming systemic hurdles
In developing countries, particularly in Pakistan, new sectors often emerge gradually.
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The plight of Loh
Cities like Lahore have grown considerably from their humble origins.
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The Year of Community: an opportunity to undo mistrust
That is no mean achievement for the populace of a developing state mired in isolation and economic meltdown.
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The value of other perspective
The lived experience of those who we are quick to label, or otherise, was not to be found.
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Whispering Shadows
Some of the sonnets express, almost in a metaphysical and mystical strain.
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The new cold war
The USSR failed while the US succeeded in bringing a number of new states to its side of the table.
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Cut down the tall poppy
Social comparison theory explains TPS as a response to perceived threats to self-esteem.
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The folly of trusting Taliban 2.0
Pakistan, once known as the main backer of the Taliban, was not happy with Kabul.
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The China miracle: what stands out?
The shocking surprise in the West prompted Deng into a reform process that remains unparalleled.
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Breaking news – theirs and ours
Everything, everywhere, all at once.
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What hope?
In our country today though, we have to accept the fact that the writ of the state cannot be challenged.
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Abandoned US weapons: repeating history of terror
The chaotic nature of the US withdrawal in 2021 mirrors the mistakes of the past.
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Pakistan Foreign Policy Challenges: Post US Presidential Election 2024
The growing uncertainties in the global and regional political landscape create multiple challenges for Pakistan
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The new gilded age
The lopsided global economic system continues exacerbating the global wealth gap.
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Feminism without fear
These questions, spoken and unspoken, have rebounded throughout different phases of my life.
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Political decay
The 2024 elections threw up a split mandate - popular understanding is just the opposite.
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Patriotism versus pragmatism
Our own Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, were dreamers who refused to bow to adversity.
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Be my Valentine
The day gained more popularity in the 1900s and 2000s, becoming a widely celebrated occasion in the 21st century.
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A deteriorating bureaucracy?
A well-functioning bureaucracy serves as the linchpin of effective governance.
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Afghanistan — the perils of cuddling India
China is a leading party interested in extracting mineral resources projected at over $1 trillion.
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Squid Game Pakistan
Except in this version of the innocent games played at some remote island.
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Housing justice and urban mobility
Pakistan has one of the fastest urbanisation rates in South Asia.
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Why strategic pragmatism?
Strategic pragmatism evolves in a society that is educated, enlightened and visionary.
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Taliban's shadow diplomacy
Russia has expanded its intelligence and security cooperation with the Taliban.
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Environmental activism
Environmental activism is no longer an abstract movement led by scientists or policymakers.
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Trump, Stefanik and Gaza eviction
The Trump administration also legitimised Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
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The world order after WWII
The new cold war that is now taking shape is basically defined by the growing rift between the United States and China
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The new aristocracy
The demand and its prompt acceptance remind us of George Orwell's Animal Farm.
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Brain drain crisis
One of the foremost catalysts behind this mass departure is the dearth of employment opportunities within the country.
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Trump's ruthless war on USAID-CIA nexus
Probably just the tip of the iceberg that was used to engineer coups.
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Happy are we now?
The US had issued a deadline for Saddam and his sons to leave the country to avoid an attack.