Editorial

The only way out is to initiate a dialogue, and that too on a serious premise to make it result-oriented

Given the multifaceted economic crisis, finding common ground and growth potential could be critical

They need not accept their mistakes in public, but they must all make good faith efforts to work together

It is time for officials to act for the sake of our children and our future.

Automobile manufacturing was the worst-performer, down 64%

A stalemate, however, ensured a dark horse, Anwarul Haq, to rise to the top elected office in AJK

Absence of domestic funding and a lack of political commitment to form coherent policies have amplified the issue

Lack of timely intervention could have long-lasting implications on affected populations

Cuts are taken by governments in times of exigency but the prescription must substantiate a reason

As things stand, a stopgap import-based approach may be the only way to stabilise the textile sector

Beijing must go ahead with the initiative even if it is responded to with a cold shoulder by Tel Aviv

As the world’s wealthiest nations, the G7 has a responsibility to take urgent action to address the climate crisis

Opposition politicians have noted that the incident is a death in custody, if not an outright extrajudicial killing

The world should understand that this manoeuvring of Pulwama attack was used by India to transgress Pakistani airspace

For the past many years, Pakistan has constantly had a poor performance with regard to gender equality

This will indeed be a significant move towards promoting sustainable transportation in Pakistan

The question remains constant: what’s next? Will the next loan tranche of around $1.1b bridge the gap, and get going?

Government should do all to facilitate and include all groups of society

Price lists should be displayed prominently at each stall, any instances of overpricing should be dealt with strictly

This has been across the board, and with no exceptions

This is a timely initiative to remove the taboo around mental health and provoke a national discourse

Without a quick turnaround, the struggles of the auto sector may soon be the fate of all manufacturing

A two-way track is in need of being surfed out under the constitutional parameters

Building safety should be a top priority for all stakeholders, especially building owners and construction companies

Situation is generally worse in rural areas, such as the gang-riddled provincial border area

Mediators and the world body must ensure that Yemen is salvaged from the horrors of yesteryears

As a nation, it is essential to celebrate and cherish this historic achievement

Imran, on the other hand, is accused of threatening a judge

Youth gala and romanticising of the valley of death by India must be questioned in all sincerity

As economic woes worsen, the situation is rapidly deteriorating, leading to loss of innocent lives

MQM-P is now warning it will begin crippling strikes if the government continues to ignore its plea

Perhaps, dreaded elements want to test the waters of state’s resolve

Reckless behaviour around the complex by Israeli extremists has been the flashpoint for several attacks on Israel

Rigorous clinical trials and regulatory approvals are crucial before these vaccines can be made widely available

The legislature, judiciary and the executive five decades down the line must learn to coexist

Pakistan has high rates of breast cancer due to poor healthcare facilitation, low female literacy and conservativeness

India continues to mix sports and politics in ways that offend cricket fans around the world

Riyadh’s generosity to come up with a soft loan of $240 million to fund a water reservoir project is a welcome gesture

Over a dozen people in Karachi’s Keamari area died due to toxic gas emissions

Tribal feuds have long been a persistent problem in the rural areas of Pakistan

Founder of Baloch National Army was reportedly zeroed in after a carefully planned operation spread over months

The state needs to do more than just pay lip service to ensure women’s safety and freedom

Fears are that coal mining and coal-based operations are harming drinking water

Systematic and targeted attacks in major cities have been reignited since the outlawed TTP called off their ceasefire

There is no evidence suggesting minority groups made up a disproportionately high number of sexual abusers

The formal reopening of Khunjerab pass after a hiatus of almost three years, due to pandemic concerns, is a good omen

The guarantors of public safety must protect the citizens and uphold law and order

The latest interest rate increase by the State Bank is at least partially in response to the 35% inflation

Finland’s joining of NATO will soon prove to be an act of brinkmanship

Directives of the CPO and the IGP are a timely response to revive the police force’s image and restore public trust