Editorial

The initial master-plan of CPEC had listed out nine Special Economic Zones, and kick-starting work on five of them

The recent murder of a primary schoolteacher offers a glimpse of the reign of crime and terror in the unruly town

Digital transactions now make up 82% of all retail transactions

Local authorities must take immediate responsibility before furthering the mosaic of the probe

In Pakistan, the average concentrations of PM2.5 has reached 73.7 micrograms per cubic meter

Court’s decision to award Rs150 million in damages signifies step towards upholding the principles of justice

The nation is determined to fulfil the ideals of emancipation, rule of law and adherence to the constitution

Hundreds of miners die from mining accidents in Pakistan every year

Conspiracy theories have always plagued Pakistan’s politics

It is worrisome to note that the dreaded Majeed Brigade had claimed responsibility for the attack

Determination of law enforcement agencies remain essential to ensure that city remains safe for mobility and residence

Doctors in Gaza have reported women with health complications like acute hysteria, eclampsia, hemorrhage and anaemia

This entails Pakistan to take a dig at a long-term strategy and sever the strings of aid

Their lackluster performance needs a revisit to the drawing board

Despite the high rate, economic activity has also been increasing, especially in the agriculture sector

Kabul, nonetheless, is repulsive and is making an issue out of it, claiming civilian casualties at its end

Fostering awareness about the importance of sparrows and other urban wildlife is crucial

In an odd tangent, Trump also began needlessly attacking Congolese migrants

It will be sheer miscalculation to expect that Putin will climb down the ladder and negotiate a deal over Ukraine

The only remarkable progress Pakistan made that raised its HDI index from 164 to 161 was during Covid-19

The biggest recent examples of racial tensions was the Leicester riots, which were incited by Hindutva activists

The battle against polio demands unwavering dedication and vigilance from all stakeholders, particularly parents

TTP, and the likes, are an existential threat to Pakistan, and must be put down

Encroachments are rarely properly investigated, the connivance of local police officials is always in the findings

Alarmingly, female-headed households bear a disproportionate burden of climate-induced poverty

Domestic killings are taking a heavy toll on family security in Pakistan

About 860,000 children under five are severely malnourished and another five million face “moderate acute malnutrition

Sectors such as blue-marine economy, minerals, livestock, SMEs and IT-starters need to be put in the vanguard

A local NGO dedicated to child protection in Pakistan reported a total of 2,227 cases of online child harassment

Addressing the systemic issues underlying food inflation requires a multi-pronged approach

This decision will go a long way in upping the ante of volatility in politics

The collapse of the building stands as a stark testament to the devastating potential of gas cylinder accidents

Unfortunately, the Israeli Defence Force has repeatedly shown itself to be nothing more than a genocidal death squad

In an era of military alliances, it’s time to recreate some space for economies

Sectarian violence broke out soon after the law was passed in 2019

Mental health remains a taboo topic in many parts of Pakistani society

Increasing volume of trade activity between the troikas is cementing an economic alliance of sorts

PM to face insurmountable challenges as opposition is unrelenting and dark shadows of ballot tampering hovering over

Punjab, particularly Lahore, has been plagued by hazardous levels of smog

The government and civil society need to take a long and harsh look at their policies to address violence issues

Logistical hurdles, distribution bottlenecks and bureaucratic inefficiencies pose significant obstacles

transitioning towards a circular economy and adopting zero waste approaches essential for a sustainable future, UNEP

Economic constraints, inadequate infrastructure and limited resources exacerbate the cycles of poverty and exclusion

Zardari has come at the helm at a difficult and divisive phase of Pakistan’s history

Menace poses a serious threat to people by luring them into certain traps

Equal pay, top-tier positions and career longevity still remain some of the major issues

Pakistani athletes frequently grapple with insufficient resources and infrastructure

Modi’s speech was a disappointment, heavy on unsubstantiated claims, with a bleak political message.

Other factors include a steady increase in imports, which has led to a corresponding increase in import duties

The presence of more than 50,000 fighters in the landlocked state is a threat to world peace