Editorial

Govts inability to create jobs and stimulate economic growth reflects deep-seated neglect of pressing issues

Promises of reform, austerity measures and investment have been heard countless times before, but without follow-up

On this blessed occasion, let us keep those struggling to make ends meet in our thoughts and actions

The study says Pakistan is among the top 10 countries for premature deaths

The Men in Green had a disastrous start in the 20-team contest

The NFC Award and the 18th Amendment are at the root of soaring revenues for the federating units

Children are our future; they need to be nurtured and provided an environment where they can thrive and grow up

The ban on foreign travel may be one of the most effective measures if properly implemented

The dispute at hand is a direct threat to world peace and security

Made to climb down sewers filled without protection, Pakistan’s sanitary workers face life-threatening conditions

Digitisation of economy will take place in rural areas and retailer level to create culture of digital payments

The fact that the incarcerated PTI leader had climbed down from his erstwhile position to negotiate is a good omen

Reigning in inflation at less than 12% with central bank’s interest rates have been slashed by 1.5 percentage points

Govt must carefully consider impact of allowing sugar exports on market stability and inflation rates

Finance minister, is pretty clear: there is no plan B; going to the IMF is the sole solution

India must reorient its policy towards both the neighbours with which it has territorial disputes

Tragic incidents highlight a critical safety issue that demands immediate attention

The implementation process should ideally follow a phased-out approach to gradually achieve the stated goal

Estimates suggest that between 80,000 and 100,000 Pakistanis cross international borders illegally each year

The Chinese largesse to pitch in with cash tranches and rollover of loans has supplemented the desired breathing space

Feeling safe and walking freely, without the fear of being mugged and/or killed, has become a luxury for Karachiites

It is clear that there are gaps in the immunity of the population, which is allowing the virus to spread

Pakistan is already laden with friendly cash deposits from the UAE, China and Saudi Arabia

Measures cleaning up 586 drains, clearing 310 choke points, engaging KE to ensure electricity for water drainage

The Men in Green were not in their elements from the word go

Pakistan plays decisive role in lessening discord in veto politics and big powers’ rivalry at UNSC

Preventable tragedies

Law enforcement overhaul

Beyond genocide

Capacity payments trap

BJP in, but out

Growing digital trade

urgency of funding and support to shield populations from climate disasters cannot be overstated

Bringing headline inflation to 30-month low is a positive development for the country’s economy

G7 countries’ stress on Hamas accepting US-backed proposal is tantamount to Washington obtaining a consensual outcome

Release of acquitted leaders will galvanise the missing trust in the edifice of governance.