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Passive-aggressive World Order
These agents are tasked with collecting such objects.
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Rise of pseudo-scholars and fall of academia
K-P's PhDs and MPhils will remain mere cash grabs
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The growing plight of asylum seekers
There is an important legal distinction to be made between migrants and asylum seekers.
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Cyber governance, fake news and Peca
Traditional electronic media operates under Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) guidelines.
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Are we global laggards?
We live in make-believe worlds and notions of greatness when reeling at the bottom of every ladder.
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Power of female education
Dr Fehmida Mirza became the first woman Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan and the first in the Muslim world
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Generation X
The way we communicate has changed just as drastically.
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War in Gaza — method to madness?
Netanyahu's 'resolute' response to the crisis, despite catastrophic initial intelligence failure and political problem
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Population and climate: looming catastrophe
One of the most alarming manifestations of population pressure is its impact on climate.
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How to eradicate polio?
We need to take some major steps if we are serious about polio eradication.
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250 million unpeople
A man committed self-immolation on the premises of the Lahore High Court.
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Higher education through AI: a vision for student-centred learning
AI Subject Models will also revolutionise student assessments.
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Addressing air pollution — time to change tack?
With the arrival of spring, the air is clearing. People can now literally start breathing once again.
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Unbalanced institutional power and economic growth
Noble Prize winner Professor Darron Acemoglu underlined importance of state institutions in fostering economic growth.
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Modi-Trump deal exposes India's strategic dilemma
Developments that took place during recent visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US have affirmed my doubts.
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Capitalism and bargaining power
It is a decisive factor in defining the freedom to do business and mobility in economic class.
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Insights and Challenges
Beijing+30 and the role of institutions in advancing gender equality in Pakistan
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Ukraine - a pawn on the diplomatic chessboard
During the recent Munich Security Conference, US VP JD Vance blasted Europe for "not adhering" to democracy.
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DEI(th) of USAID
Republicans have a particular set of claims about USAID, America's premiere state-led international development body.
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Owning problems, and solutions
Cholera, a disease for which there are well-established treatments, has become a recurring calamity in war zones.
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From minarets to modernity
This landmark reform promises the added advantage, not just of greater transparency and accountability
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Love of money though still not enough corruption
Scriptures have long warned against this obsession.
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The world is becoming smaller
There is easier flow of goods, commodities and finance among the countries around the world.
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Creation or reproduction
A storyteller is hired by a businessman who counts sheep but to no avail.
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Unlocking the potential of an all-encompassing industry
Pakistan's chemical industry has a vast potential for economic growth and development.
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Vance's speech — a reflection of times to come
President Trump is not a warmonger and he has his particular set of preferences.
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Modi's unravelling: from shining to stinking India
The rhetoric of 'Shining India' is now overshadowed by increasing authoritarianism
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Political legitimacy
Democracy in Pakistan has been less a practice and more a tool to legitimise successive hybrid regimes.
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Beyond borders
Multiple forms of immense contributions link to Pakistanis who live abroad.
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The China miracle: human capital made it possible
It signifies the quest to excel when others are dismissive and look down upon you.
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Working into extinction?
Covid has already destroyed the idea of office space.
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No more ivory towers
We're seeing the masses agree with this legislation and we're seeing some disagree with it.
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STEAM education in schools
The responsibility for cultivating meaningful education lies with school administrations and teachers.
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Crusader Trump
The US does have an experience of losing all conventional wars.
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AI revolution : reflecting on the opportunities and challenges
Concretely, some 300 million jobs could be affected in the years to come by the development of AI.
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Night at the Museum: the Lahore Chapter
I often imagined you moving around the halls and galleries.
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Rekindling the Indo-US bromance
Whether Trump and Modi will be able to boost regional connectivity to outdo BRI investments remains to be seen.
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The myth of Central Asia's trade potential
Gwadar even presently handles containerised and bulk cargo.
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Saudi role in strategic conflict resolution
MBS has facilitated cooperation between Russia and the US during the 2020 oil price crisis triggered by Covid-19.
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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.