Opinion

Until three states commit to cooperation, the times beyond 2014 would be a ‘Tale of Three Cities’.

Govt is mostly responding reactively to TTP’s very subtle propaganda rather than projecting a strong narrative.

The actual existential threat comes from fast spreading mindset from ideology misrepresented by proponents as Islamic.

If there was ever a time to push for change and reform in Pakistan — it is here and now.

Part of Pakistani tragedy is that Manto remains relevant today because it would still try him for obscenity.

Commencement of operation is no guarantor of success against Taliban, but it is most vital tool in favour of state.

Operation in North Waziristan may bring violence in the coming months back to peak levels.

Government needs to create robust structures to ensure that our gains in battle are not lost by petty decisions.

With the launch of the Zarb-e-Azb operation in North Waziristan, Pakistan may have taken a step in the right direction

Modi will be pleased with the way in which he has distributed the portfolios.

The army alone cannot win this war. We all have to own up to it.

There should be no shame in seeking therapy, just like there is no shame in taking medicines.

Sharif has the constitutional mandate to govern for the next four years but that may just not be enough.

Overall, the federal PSDP of 2014-15 reveals a hurried and ad hoc inclusion of a number of large, new projects.

Mian Sahib, we stand with you for the sake of democracy, however for your own sake, stand by yourself.

The phrase Mossad-like was intended to be a description — not an accusation or an indictment.

The real problem is that our leaders just do not realise what the real problem is.

Right now what this nation needs is patience, focus on eliminating terrorism and rebuilding the war-torn country.

We are told the country is at war — indeed it is, mainly with itself with the Taliban following a nose behind.

Terrorism will neither flourish nor survive in a moderate, educated and prosperous Pakistan.

There is reason to worry about the wisdom of such a privatisation policy.

As fiscal data is produced by ministry of finance, not PBS, other means will have to be found to ensure transparency.

Before initiating any construction work on IP pipeline, youth of these areas may be first trained for its construction

Instead of progressive tax policies, equitable asset distribution, policymaker continue to place faith in big business

Following some semblance of rules against an unruly enemy proves that the state behaves differently than its enemy.

I mean, really, the mind reels at the crass stupidity and the cold-heartedness of the Lahore Puls leadership.

India, Pakistan have had several women at the top. Yet, they have refused to use politics to better the lot of women.

The brotherhood of jihad is universal and is on a roll — a roll to which there appears to be little counter-force.

Its shocking such severe infringements on both defendants’ and reporters’ rights were being seriously considered.

We have to guard against the impact that developments elsewhere will have on us.

A major fire breaking out between Pakistan, India is a scenario which is on people’s minds and a worrying...

This also reflects lead parliamentarians’ ignorance and indifference towards those crucial policy issues

The delay in launching this war for peace has also injected a large dose of trust deficit with other states

Political parties will have to considerably improve their economic, political and security governance.

Terrorism is part of our society now. Our cities are infested with terrorist sleeper cells.

Increased budget should not just be for increasing foreign qualified, domestic PhDs but improving institution quality.

Far from being educational centre of Anarkali area, under govt control it has become a self haemorrhaging institution.

For a durable and sustainable peace, the threat of militancy and militants has to be overcome.

The sectarian divide has begun crippling states. But between tyrant and terrorist, there’s no right side to choose.

Swat is more famous, rather infamous because of Taliban insurgency.In the past, Swat was famous for its idyllic beauty

Ethnic rivalries, sectarianism and extremism have created an explosive situation in Karachi.

While both CAA and ASF are not under-funded, one wonders where much of the money has gone.

To rescue their nation, the responsibility falls on the reigning Iraqi military and government.

If a referendum were to be held today, the valley of Kashmir would vote for an independent state.

Crime on the scale one witnesses in Karachi has now come to be accepted as the norm. Nobody gives a fig.

Modi has said he does not read files. His style is not to govern through “academic studies”.

It’s up to the US now, whether to continue with the same policy or to correct their earlier mistake

Pakistan can expand its ties with Russia if it addresses Russian concerns about the presence of militants.

Nations are what they make of themselves, and for ratings, the media has created a crisis in the nation.

This country needs unity, a leader who, despite countless personal shortcomings, can unite them against common enemies