Editorial

Pakistan has already been termed one of the most dangerous countries in the world for journalists.

Outlawed outfits, sometimes using altered names, carry on their ‘missions’, creating still more havoc.

At the heart of the matter is the asymmetry between the domestic approaches to the peace process in both countries.

The PPP’s strong showing in Sindh and the PML-N’s in Punjab also displays before us a divided country.

Funding short-term consumption with long-term financing is the very height of fiscal folly.

In a somewhat expected decision, the DCC decided that there would be no attempt to talk with home-grown militants.

The foreign policy of Pakistan is littered with lofty promises of future cooperation that never materialise.

Voter turnout and enthusiasm was significantly less than on May 11.

Rains across all four provinces have delayed a polio vaccination campaign that was to begin on the 13th of this month.

At a time when the PTI has been subjected to much criticism, the RTI comes as a breather for the new government.

Terrorism can only be defeated by acting against it from as many directions as possible.

As head of state at the time of the murder, Musharraf may be able to shed light on some matters.

PM Sharif’s rather vague views on militancy, the issue that most greatly impedes development, were disappointing.

On the energy front, the Nawaz Administration really does appear keen on making the best of resources.

The process of bringing prisoners home must be expedited.

Promoting violence in any manner does not appear to be a very wise decision at all.

The people of Egypt need help; the bloodbath there must be stopped.

The world is growing tired of Pakistan’s increasing inability to govern itself.

Marriage by choice is a human right and one that parents, panchayats, jirgas or the state cannot override.

This calls for countrywide awareness campaign, implementation of the anti-tobacco legislation that we have in place.

When the death penalty is in place, there can be no hope of undoing a wrong.

The energy plan has had a good start so far, but there are much greater challenges ahead.

Ninety-six people have been killed, 99 injured and nearly 90,000 affected according to official figures.

The police say Sikander may be linked to an extremist outfit; others hold he was simply deranged.

It is as such our duty as citizens to do all that we can to highlight the issue of the right to information for all.

The supporters of Mr Mursi had been camping at two locations in Cairo since before he was deposed on July 3.

The announcement that MFN status won't be granted to India is not only puzzling, it is baffling.

The circumstances at Jinnah Hospital are bleak at best and authorities should urgently act to improve them.

The security complexities are many and our leaders must consider if it is wise to talk to such a force.

If Pakistan goes ahead with this execution, it will reflect poorly on the country in the global arena.

Acts of hooliganism are not uncommon and most families prefer to stay indoors rather than face the mob madness.

If the fish are sold directly in the market, they are an obvious hazard to those who will consume them.

PTU members claim that teachers have been tasked with duties out of their realm of work.

The situation between India and Pakistan shows how easily things can flare up as a result of a single incident.

We, as people, need to make our outrage known over acts such as the recent Quetta blasts.

"Lowering of the deficit numbers is simply the coincidence of having development spending suspended."

Those who were attempting to seek justice for the 10 trekkers have themselves become victims to the attackers.

We should also remember that Eid in many ways does not unify; it separates and draws apart.

The law and order situation in the province seems impossible to control.

The situation in Lyari is tied in to the politics of Karachi and the rivalry between various parties.

Such incidents only reinforce the fact that the two countries must go ahead with talks.

Pakistan would benefit if Iran can move out of its international isolation.

The absurd idea of shutting down commercial areas at night to conserve electricity appears to be making a comeback.

The US has stated that al Qaeda is behind a global plot of some kind.

Many of the deaths reported from across the country have occurred as a result of roofs or walls caving in.

The dilemma here is between national security interests and the people’s right to know what the government is up to.

If indeed, this year, too, mistakes of the past are being seen repeated, serious inquiry must be made into the matter.

The decision by the PML-N government to go ahead with the pipeline project, is wise.

While scepticism remains on what will be achieved, with Indian elections next year, fact is any progress would help.

Incidents of karo-kari and ‘honour’ killings are on the rise in Karachi.