Opinion

Sindh is in a near state of anarchy. The govt is stuffed with party faithful, near & dear ones. This is Shahs' legacy

The surfacing of the name of Islamic State Movement in Pakistan does not appear to have created a new terrorist threat

In some cultures, in a joke or witticism aggression is activated, carefully disguised so we don't feel guilty about it

On his first day as PM, Modi set up the SIT to go after black money. But after this, things seem to have slipped back

MUN participants take pride in breaking barriers and building bridges. So, let a conference be a conference

Damn these concrete monsters on Constitution Avenue if they can't legislate, implement steel web of individual rights

Whether it’s Nawaz, Shahbaz duo or Imran, Zardari or Asfandyar — there does not seem to be much difference on this

We need patience for the democratic process. But it doesn’t say we can’t have reform at the same time

In some Pakistani quarters, Malala and her father, are CIA agents at worst and American stooges at best

Pakistan will need to create a fine balance to ensure that the economy grows, while the poorest are not left behind

With an authorised capital of $100 billion AIIB is set to become operational at the end of next year

The World Bank’s self-evaluation of its Country Partnership Strategy is moderately unsuccessful

Religio-political parties using religion in politics is like employing a highly conservative interpretation of faith

Relationship between Imran Khan and his young political constituency has repeatedly been compared to the Pied Piper

Time to develop transboundary water cooperation commission under IWT to make futuristic, viable plan for water use

Dr Q always had Plan B. If it all went to worms, there was Canada to fall back on, but for IK, there is nowhere to go

Politicians must put their act together contingency evolves itself and sends Pakistan reeling back to square one

Stuck between rock and a hard place, burnt his boats, there is no other choice for Imran but to achieve his objectice

India is trying to turn the tide in its favour using the deterrence umbrella for gains at the sub-conventional level

For over a decade Pakistan was seen as an exporter of jihadists. Now, it's evoking fears worldwide for exporting polio

Revival of Indian economy that Modi promised will not materialise by becoming a gun-toting loyal deputy marshal to US

Any form of violence, whether a gun attack or a politically inspired attack, should be considered an act of terror

We don’t need to become China’s sweatshop, but there shouldn't be hesitation in becoming a partner for mutual progress

Modi’s ambition of putting India into big league can only happen if it's at peace with neighbours, internally stable

Given the ubiquitous-ness of containers, we now run the risk of soon being known as the Republic of Containeristan!

Our society does not need a free laptop scheme, it needs access to quality education

Worst thing about the 2 alternating parties, their titular chiefs is their smugness, inability to relate to reality

PSC requires dynamic, proactive leadership, with high degree of seniority, knowledge, experience of the system

Danger lies in politicising everything within reach; some things even beyond. This is not fear, but an ugly reality

What we are seeing in the Muslim world is political ferment that will go back and forth between the old & new systems

Only when one makes a conscious lifestyle change does one find themselves happier and in a better frame of mind

A change in paradigm, where food insecurity is considered a security threat is required to address food insecurity

Only time will tell whether the new chairman is the last hope for the national carrier or the final nail in its coffin

End of Congress may not be good for India as it provides an ideological platform with pronounced secular credentials

The liberal view of the problem is that a quintet has exerted a stranglehold on the masses by the power it generates

This is a sign of a primitive society and we must accept that even educated Indians are not exempt from the feeling

Malala, Satyarthi cann't put their fame, potential to better use than to commit to a campaign for long-lasting peace

Pakistan is screaming for reform. A reshuffle is not reform. Shuffling rubble will still keep us in state of ruin

We must honour the dignity of all human beings, no matter his or her religion or lack of faith

Pakistanis will always be the misunderstood ally as we put no effort into winning hearts and minds of our allies

If your'e among the growing number of citizens willing to throw the dice, beware: if you lose, devil cannot be cheated

Need for drastic change in our present anachronistic set-up is urgent to get rid of elitist-led status quo in Pakistan

Adopting an agro-ecological approach, in practice, implies empowering poor farmers rather than relying on rich farmers

Liberal arts education will eventually help our youth develop the skills mandatory to fare well in global job economy

Writing is so pleasurable when it’s effortless. It is so frustrating when you are trying too hard.

A hierarchical schooling system has turned education from a common good, to a commodity available to only a select few

It is surprising that World Bank's report shows no awareness of the devastating floods which hit Pakistan in September

How can our bright youngsters come up with earth-shattering ideas, businesses when they can’t find affordable offices?

What Pakistani children may lack were developed hand-to-eye skills, dexterity, ability to relate a 2D plan to a 3D kit

Eventually, a prolonged period of self-doubt can lead to a feeling of emptiness