Opinion

While the political input leads to compromise, the extra-parliamentary input breeds controversy.

Left leaders understand it is not only important, but essential to fashion party politics in an understanding of India

Revamping the BISP does pose serious challenges in terms of addressing the plight of poor Pakistanis.

The hero of Waris Shah’s story does not wish to run from society, but to transform it in a revolutionary way.

Certainly, as Pakistan needs to increase its accessibility to higher education but does not have the resources.

Zardari appeared in a court of law when summoned; and much opprobrium on Commando, doing utmost to avoid appearance.

The govt must come up with a comprehensive policy for public-private partnership to increase enrolment.

For Pakistan, multiplex & family-friendly films that are low on prurience but high in ability to put bottoms on seats.

The govt has not uttered a single word about the Thar coal project's adverse environmental effects on air quality.

The key problem with the liberal elite is that they tend to live and survive on their self-created small islands.

The average Pakistani spends over two-thirds of his/her overall time online playing games or using social media sites.

Khurram Dastgir, probably one of the smartest politicians I know, is doing what exactly?

Pakistanis overlook the fact that the country's international image is defined by the proponents of global jihadism.

Family farmers need technical assistance and policies that build on their knowledge and bolster productivity increase.

In order to save Pakistan from imminent chaos, we need to develop an equally forceful counter-narrative.

The total withdrawal option by the US could place an enormous burden on Pakistan.

To terrorists, this is a zero-sum game and it should be the same for us.

Work towards ideas you believe in, support causes, start your own cause, involve community, take action, engage others

Our national development depends upon energy security for which all our talents, resources, expertise must be tapped.

Pakistan spends $1 billion in oil imports per 1,000 MW, which is not cost-effective. Nuclear energy can reduce burden.

Modi’s fans think bloody hands a superpower make; Wilders’ fans think he can safeguard Charlemagne’s Europe from Moors

What does the story of ‘4’ tell us about Pakistan’s history?

Feel-good nationalistic and populist slogans do not win elections. Performance does.

Pakistan was not built so that the majority community could discriminate against minorities.

We are told that the Musharraf trial itself was a diversion. If that is the case, then this too may fizzle out.

Governor Taseer was aware of the possibility of death, but stood his ground, while we today hold the bridle.

Growth does not happen ‘just like that’.

Karaka’s diary is about a national government which was corrupt and communist soldiers of the north.

Its sad that one of the brightest minds in India is exiting without telling what darkness he thinks future will bring.

Monetary theory has large ignored one aspect in its treatment of money: income disparities and accumulation of wealth.

Somehow, Pervaish Shaheen's image sums up 2013 and indeed the last many years for me.

Imran won in K-P while aspiring to lead in Islamabad; Kejriwal assumed power in state, now aspiring to lead Lok Sabha.

Bilawal and his father should not and must not be allowed to continue to selfishly impede public movement and rights.

Sukkur Barrage and its canals are in danger because of the development of a large delta in its storage area.

The truth is we can handle corruption through a strong emphasis on democracy and modernity.

General Pervez Musharraf aka The Commando has always, and more often than not, opened his mouth rather wide.

Clearer picture is possible only if finance minister reveals detailed quarterly numbers along with methodology adopted

Are there other reasons for preferring to prosecute Musharraf for his actions of 2007 rather than those of 1999?

All is fair in love and war and yet, is it love that we are talking about?

The Sofosbuvir treatment is a 12-week course estimated to cost about $84,000 in rich countries like the US.

The future of power production in South Asia lies in hydroelectric generation.

Instead of limiting our imagination behind our circumstances, we need to be comfortable with wandering off the script.

Political leaders in Europe, North America were largely caught off-guard by civil war underway in South Sudan.

New Year Night 2014 was a high. Young and old, rich and poor, came together in a celebration as old as mankind.

Pakistan cricket goes into 2014 with uncertainty over futures of national team captain, coach, even board chairman.

In the international context of massive disparities, talk of human rights appears to be no more than mere rhetoric.

The civilian and military elite must stop behaving like monarchs and must begin to respect those who elect them.

My major hope for 2014 is that Pakistan becomes a ‘people’s country’ — where people — have say in government of state.

A must read novel for all those who want to know what really ails Karachi and why.

Instead of rising to the challenge of climate change, Pakistan is running away, but there will be no escape.