Editorial

Gaza is flashpoint from where one of the world conflicts is set to emerge

Urgent need to implement preemptive measures in densely populated cities like Lahore, Karachi and Peshawar

It is important to note that freedom of speech is not an absolute right

Pundits of doom say that perhaps Bhutto had grown too big for his boots

The incident rapidly escalated consuming the entire structure housing 250 shops and 450 apartments

Sarwar’s jumping the gun led to PIA flights to Europe being banned

Article 99 of the Security Council indicates that the besieged Palestinians in Gaza are done with patience

Women’s excellent performance will serve to justify decision to expand central contract system

As a society, we must unite in condemning and combating this grave violation of human rights

Disarmament has been at heart of UN since resolution of ‘Uniting for Peace’ was adopted in initial days

Initiatives to reduce cost of books must involve collaboration between publishers, governmental bodies and NGOs

It is worth noting that we already have some relatively strong laws on the books

Taliban must look beyond the immediate concern of ruling the West Asian state

Recent upswing in terrorism in Pakistan can be attributed to a confluence of factors

Recent MoUs signed with the UAE and Kuwait are indicators that the roadmap for progress is on the card

BJP held Madhya Pradesh with a resounding win

Call from world community to cement the ceasefire into a perpetual peace falls on deaf ears

Karachi’s positive samples links to strains in Afghanistan

Pressing need for government to address concerns of both consumers and industries

Children of our planet are becoming unintended casualties of climate change

Thousands of FBR employees believe that they are off hook and have exhibited defiance in filing their returns

Pakistan’s biggest governance problem is lopsided decorum of distribution of powers

Recent report reveals an uptick in theft of various road items in Karachi

Electoral watchdog has once again given assurance that elections will be held on Feb 8

World needs billions, not millions, to compensate and recover from damage due to climate disasters

Several reports have quoted US sources as saying that unnamed man was an Indian intelligence officer

Stigma and discrimination still shroud AIDS, discouraging individuals from seeking testing, treatment

IGP Sindh took an urgent action leading to the arrest of four cops and suspension from of service of another two

Seven university students arrested under anti-terrorism laws for alleged anti-India sloganeering

Former three-time PM legally absolved of charges of possessing properties beyond his source of income

Parliamentarians should legislate to ensure local and imported formula milk exceeds international quality standards

Jirga has deep cultural roots in the region

Bilateral trade presently is around $11 billion and is expected to double in the next few years

Climate change issues cannot withstand the test of political rivalry

Finding balance that allows FBR to add two million filers in a year without taking punitive action will be difficult

Socio-economic challenges considering country’s economic distress drive individuals towards substance abuse

Thriving IT sector can act as a buffer, reducing dependency on traditional industries

A call for renewed dedication and an unwavering resolve to restore Karachi

The PDM government was a disaster, to say the least

Provision of basic amenities remains a critical concern for majority of schools

15,000 lives are lost annually and financial toll amounts to trillions of rupees

Economic health is in disarray and in need of structural reform

Imperative lies in leveraging strategic investments

K-P government engages 12 pension fund managers

Afghanistan should realise that its assets are depleting abroad

Canada accused New Delhi of murdering a Sikh separatist

Erosion of integrity within law enforcement agencies has far-reaching consequences for the fabric of society

Pakistan supports a reformed world order and has been an active member campaigning against bloc politics.

Creation of trans desk is a beacon of hope, progress, signaling a departure from previous discriminatory practices

India has a confusing halal certification regime, with several companies offering service, but only a few registered