Opinion

Pakistan must shift focus from land investments to knowledge-based services for sustainable growth.

Pakistan’s economy is in flux, showing signs of life but facing challenges that keep it uncertain.

Good governance is essential for societal progress; Pakistan faces immense challenges.

Syria's turmoil deepens as opposition captures Damascus; internal divisions and foreign interests complicate peace.

Water crisis worsens in South Asia; India’s actions threaten the Indus Water Treaty and peace between nations.

The American election outcome reflects voter frustration over local issues, Gaza, and the Democrats' actions.

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Karachi is experiencing a New Environmental Feel

India’s defence priorities are shifting, with growing ties to the US and France despite Russia’s legacy

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The craving for a strong leader in Pakistan’s history stems from a deep-rooted mistrust of democracy.

Fifty-three years after 1971, Pakistan and Bangladesh still face unresolved wounds; reconciliation needed.

Pakistani researchers face high costs for consumables, but local solutions and international partnerships may offer.

Remembering the APS attack on December 16, 2014, a tragic reminder of the need for unity, education, and security.

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The rise of AI pose risks, including data leakage, privacy concerns, and generative AI’s potential for hallucinations.

Integrating climate change education into curricula is key to a sustainable future, fostering climate-literate leaders

True democracy requires leaders who are part of the people, fostering legitimate conversations for change.

A buffalo theft in Interior Sindh highlights corruption, political influence.

The Syrian conflict sees Assad's retreat, HTS rise, and a complex geopolitical struggle for control.

Syria’s fall signals shifting power dynamics, with Iran’s decline and Israel's increasing dominance in the region.

Pakistan's agriculture faces severe challenges, but adopting SDG 15 practices like ecosystem restoration.

Google's Willow chip and Gemini 2.0 are disrupting tech, pushing humanity towards obsolescence.

Bangladesh pushes back against India's interference, highlighting growing sovereignty concerns and shifting alliances.

The Indus Water Treaty faces threats as India seeks renegotiation amid growing water disputes and climate pressures.

The Lebanon-Israel peace deal coincided with HTS’s Aleppo offensive, hinting at a new Middle East diplomatic shift.

Syria's future remains uncertain as HTS replaces Assad, while global powers jockey for influence.

Ayesha Sultana's work captures fragility and resilience, blending personal and universal themes.

Corporate greed and systemic corruption in US politics fuel violence, like the recent shooting of a CEO.

Pakistan's human trafficking crisis persists, with few convictions and systemic government failure to act.

Addressing Kurram's sectarian conflict requires state intervention, population relocation, and de-weaponisation

Misinformation threatens governance and democracy, demanding global action to preserve public trust and stability.

Pakistan joins ICJ case to push for climate justice after devastating floods in 2022

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The author is the Chairperson of Crescent Foundation Pakistan

The Syrian conflict has caused immense suffering, but we must focus on humanity and support healing efforts.

Gender-based violence persists in Pakistan; systemic change and legal reform are urgently needed.

Books enrich our minds, challenge views, and connect us with the wisdom of the past.

The future of the Sino-Russian partnership is uncertain post-Putin and Xi.

The teacher rationalisation policy harms education by misplacing teachers and neglecting classroom quality.

Israel-Hezbollah peace deal signed, but ongoing tensions with Iran threaten the region’s stability.