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  • Striving for change

    The Indus River Basin, one of Pakistan’s most critical water systems, has been facing extensive ecological challenges

  • Spending cuts

    While we are hopeful that the new government will address the spending cuts, a significant turnaround is unlikely

  • India-UAE linkage

    India has rightly struck the tangibles that it enjoys in its ties with the UAE

  • Alliance of convenience

    The PML-N has made a poor choice, and that too after having tasted the sourness of governance for 16 months

  • India’s media crackdown

    India is now ranked 161 out of 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index

  • Decline of migratory species

    Migratory species play a crucial role in maintaining the health and balance of ecosystems worldwide

  • Cobbling a coalition

    The scenario is one of abject political instability, and does not bode well for the country

  • Cylinder safety

    Addressing the issue of LPG cylinder safety requires a coordinated approach from the relevant stakeholders

  • Aussies’ sports supremacy

    Pakistan’s domestic cricket system has long been criticised for its lack of competitiveness and professionalism

  • Living by chance

    Recent daredevil and horrifying Israeli airstrikes on the conclave claimed more than 160 Palestinians

  • The debt bomb

    The biggest problems are almost universal among troubled economies

  • Election and environment

    Shockingly, this equated to the felling of approximately 49,600 trees

  • Online child abuse content

    Governments should strengthen legal frameworks

  • EU’s climate conflict

    The repercussions of the EU’s climate decisions extend far beyond its borders

  • Dented democracy

    Pakistan’s recent polls have concluded amidst a flurry of disruptions

  • Of duels and deals

    Reports say high-profile contacts have been established with MQM and other parties by the PML-N

  • Climate-affected farmers

    Access to affordable crop insurance schemes can safeguard farmers against crop failures

  • Tapping cricket talent

    Pakistan was expected to perform well before the tournament started

  • PDM 2.0?

    Post-ballot trajectory is one of chaos and confusion, marred by serious allegations of irregularities

  • Hindutva in secular guise

    Uniform Civil Code has significant privacy implications

  • Debt repayment

    Pakistan is obligated to repay $77 billion over the next three years

  • A vote for democracy

    Elections held at height of political instability, nosediving economy and simmering security situation

  • Time to vote

    Distinctive feature of Feb 8 2024 elections is sizable number of Independent candidates, contesting for PTI

  • Gas price hike

    Magnitude of tariff increases, with 35.13% rise for SNGPL consumers, 8.57% increase for SSGC consumers

  • New PCB chief

    Selection of PCB chief should be in free, fair elections organised by board, with no political interference

  • Under darkness

    Survey by Gallup Pakistan shows , 60% of population grapples with absence of street lights near their homes

  • Poverty and parental neglect

    No amount of poverty should excuse parent who forces child who should be in primary school to work

  • Canvassing is over

    Future of Pakistan’s progress, stability rests on credible outcome of February 8 vote

  • Davis Cup defeat

    It is time to usher in a new era where merit drives the resurgence of tennis in Pakistan

  • Recovering cotton output

    Improved yield is not being attributed to any innovation or research, but simply to good weather and guaranteed price

  • Worsening security

    Pakistan has serious geopolitical problem with three of its neighbours, new front with Iran is a case in point

  • What about KTP?

    Karachi’s inundation was not an unusual sight

  • Revamping DISCOs

    Implementing structural changes and introducing competition may encounter resistance and logistical hurdles

  • Kashmir Solidarity Day

    The need of the hour is to take up the Kashmir struggle in the lawfare domain

  • Education board discrepancies

    Findings uncovered by inquiry committee paint disturbing picture of systemic flaws within institution

  • Indebted nation

    Pakistan’s national debt has shot up to almost 75% of GDP in the latest finance ministry report on the subject

  • Another day, another conviction

    Iddat case reflects political vendetta at work and has left a bad taste for societal ethics

  • Loss of flag carrier

    Going down of PIA, which nation used to take pride in, is a national tragedy

  • Looming inflation storm

    Price of petrol surged by Rs13.55 per litre, reaching Rs272.89 per litre, HSD saw increase of Rs2.75

  • Pneumonia outbreak

    Health experts attribute the rise in cases to the harsh winter season and exacerbated air pollution, specifically smog

  • Mess in Mach

    Standoff in desolate horizons of Mach in Balochistan was grim reminder of precarious security situation

  • Less corrupt?

    CPI reveals that Pakistan has ascended seven places from 140 in 2022 to 133 out of 180 countries in 2023

  • After Ram Mandir

    Extremist rhetoric continues to be reliable vote-getter across India

  • Another conviction (Edit-1)

    PTI has termed conviction 'complete destruction of every existing law in Pakistan'

  • Combatting counterfeiting

    Some countries have introduced polymer banknotes, which are cheaper, can accommodate even more new safety features

  • Accountability and resilience

    Political upheaval, frequent changes in government lead to officials finding it easier to misappropriate funds, aid

  • Unchanged policy rate

    SBP admits that inflation will be higher than it had previously projected, raising its annual estimate to almost 25%

  • Violent election rallies

    Clash erupted outside MQM-P office when PPP rally passed through area

  • Cablegate conviction

    One more former Prime Minister has been sentenced “for being anti-state”.

  • Resetting ties with Iran

    Fact that this reverting back to congeniality has taken place within the minimum timeframe is laudable