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Teetering industrial output
Automobile manufacturing was the worst-performer, down 64%
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Pressures of education
It is time for officials to act for the sake of our children and our future.
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Developmental cut?
Cuts are taken by governments in times of exigency but the prescription must substantiate a reason
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Flooding aftermath
Lack of timely intervention could have long-lasting implications on affected populations
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Rise in tuberculosis
Absence of domestic funding and a lack of political commitment to form coherent policies have amplified the issue
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Another peace initiative
Beijing must go ahead with the initiative even if it is responded to with a cold shoulder by Tel Aviv
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The cotton crash
As things stand, a stopgap import-based approach may be the only way to stabilise the textile sector
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G7 lacking commitment
As the world’s wealthiest nations, the G7 has a responsibility to take urgent action to address the climate crisis
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India’s gangster politics
Opposition politicians have noted that the incident is a death in custody, if not an outright extrajudicial killing
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Pulwama exposed
The world should understand that this manoeuvring of Pulwama attack was used by India to transgress Pakistani airspace
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Rise in harassment
For the past many years, Pakistan has constantly had a poor performance with regard to gender equality
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Revolutionising transport
This will indeed be a significant move towards promoting sustainable transportation in Pakistan
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The IMF’s puzzle
The question remains constant: what’s next? Will the next loan tranche of around $1.1b bridge the gap, and get going?
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‘Bachat’ Bazaars
Price lists should be displayed prominently at each stall, any instances of overpricing should be dealt with strictly
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Curriculum for differently-abled
Government should do all to facilitate and include all groups of society
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Imbibe culture of talks
This has been across the board, and with no exceptions
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Of writ and domains
A two-way track is in need of being surfed out under the constitutional parameters
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Auto market upheaval
Without a quick turnaround, the struggles of the auto sector may soon be the fate of all manufacturing
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Mental health helpline
This is a timely initiative to remove the taboo around mental health and provoke a national discourse
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Swap in Yemen
Mediators and the world body must ensure that Yemen is salvaged from the horrors of yesteryears
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Broken police system
Situation is generally worse in rural areas, such as the gang-riddled provincial border area
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Building safety regulations
Building safety should be a top priority for all stakeholders, especially building owners and construction companies
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G20’s India moment
Youth gala and romanticising of the valley of death by India must be questioned in all sincerity
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Contempt consequences
Imran, on the other hand, is accused of threatening a judge
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Historic win
As a nation, it is essential to celebrate and cherish this historic achievement
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Quetta blasts
Perhaps, dreaded elements want to test the waters of state’s resolve
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Karachi undercount?
MQM-P is now warning it will begin crippling strikes if the government continues to ignore its plea
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Street crimes and police
As economic woes worsen, the situation is rapidly deteriorating, leading to loss of innocent lives
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Vaccine breakthrough
Rigorous clinical trials and regulatory approvals are crucial before these vaccines can be made widely available
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Relive the Constitution
The legislature, judiciary and the executive five decades down the line must learn to coexist
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Al Aqsa raid
Reckless behaviour around the complex by Israeli extremists has been the flashpoint for several attacks on Israel
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Surge in breast cancer
Pakistan has high rates of breast cancer due to poor healthcare facilitation, low female literacy and conservativeness
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Sports and politics
India continues to mix sports and politics in ways that offend cricket fans around the world
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The Saudi largesse
Riyadh’s generosity to come up with a soft loan of $240 million to fund a water reservoir project is a welcome gesture
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Toxic emissions
Over a dozen people in Karachi’s Keamari area died due to toxic gas emissions
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Tribal feuds
Tribal feuds have long been a persistent problem in the rural areas of Pakistan
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High-value target
Founder of Baloch National Army was reportedly zeroed in after a carefully planned operation spread over months
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Thar’s toxic water
Fears are that coal mining and coal-based operations are harming drinking water
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Protection against violence
The state needs to do more than just pay lip service to ensure women’s safety and freedom
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Security challenges
Systematic and targeted attacks in major cities have been reignited since the outlawed TTP called off their ceasefire
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Braverman’s bluster
There is no evidence suggesting minority groups made up a disproportionately high number of sexual abusers
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The Khunjerab linkage
The formal reopening of Khunjerab pass after a hiatus of almost three years, due to pandemic concerns, is a good omen
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Need for strong conviction
The guarantors of public safety must protect the citizens and uphold law and order
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Inflationary peril
The latest interest rate increase by the State Bank is at least partially in response to the 35% inflation
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Helsinki’s gamble
Finland’s joining of NATO will soon prove to be an act of brinkmanship
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Improving transparency
Directives of the CPO and the IGP are a timely response to revive the police force’s image and restore public trust
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Cellphone manufacturing
The closure of cellphone manufacturing plants will significantly impact the socio-economic landscape of the country
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Unsustainable public debt
The government’s capability to sustain the total public debt is growing weaker and weaker
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Death traps
Uncovered manholes have become a death sentence for pedestrians and motorcyclists across the country
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Minimum wage increase
Lack of implementation of labour laws is a significant challenge that must be addressed