Editorial

Acts of violence, such as the one at Old Anarkali, add an unwanted element of fear to the lives of citizens.

Pakistan’s problem is the lack of a comprehensive energy plan, and the government has yet to chalk one up.

China is looking out for its self-interest, and if Pakistan can benefit from it than there is no better outcome.

It is indeed unfortunate to see a side that was once a giant on the hockey field, fall so tamely by the wayside.

We sincerely hope Finance Minister Ishaq Dar impose the growth-oriented vision he promised in his budget speech.

A rapid population growth obviously places an acute strain on already scarce resources.

The right of every citizen to live with a sense of security has been snatched from them, quite literally, at gunpoint.

Pakistan remains on the dwindling list of countries, which still retain death penalty for a wide range of offences.

Following the crushing defeats, it was expected that a few heads would roll and make way for fresh ones.

The question is what role is the Pakistan’s government playing in the continued drone strikes on Pakistan soil.

The key lesson from Egypt is that institutional conflict does not lead to effective governance.

People are advised to use boiled water while washing their face and performing wuzu.

It would have been better if the PPP had initiated debate on what sort of local governments were required in Sindh.

The country is far from where it needs to be in terms of international financial credibility.

For once, Quetta has a talented professional at the helm.

If PPP wishes to remain electorally relevant, it may want to start by making the rich in the province pay their bills.

Several cities have witnessed demographic changes and social tensions due to the presence of Afghan refugees.

At a time when other countries are scaling back their operations, British companies are investing heavily in Pakistan.

Our security officials are not only unable to prevent militant attacks, but also can't deal with the aftermath.

The state's incapacity to arrest and tackle the terror networks has been once again badly exposed.

The centre and the provinces need a coordinated policy with proper legislation on child rights.

After using up all cards in the deck, former opener is now looking to take opportunity of a new chairman at the helm.

We applaud effort, but we would encourage government to take a little more time to study the long-term implications.

Educators need to be educated about the other tools they have at their disposal to inculcate discipline.

Hashish is the most commonly used substance, while there are some 450,000 injecting drug users in the country.

We are glad that the finance minister built himself some room to negotiate with the IMF.

Once a person commits a murder, he is only a murderer and not a keeper of family dignity.

Being caught breaching privacy rights has left many faces blushing bright red in Washington.

With a new govt, this is the right time to revise the "perpetual enmity with India" as an unstated policy.

The new scheme only hurts the new visitors but not the people who actually overstayed their visas.

If the finance minister is serious about catching tax evaders, he would do well to hand over the data to NADRA.

A peaceful Karachi is crucial for the economic well-being of Pakistan.

The menace of terrorism has intrepidly and shamelessly entered our hospitals.

Indian influence in Afghanistan may also lead to Pakistan further militarising the Durand Line.

The appearance of Musharraf in court should certainly make others think before taking steps in undermining democracy.

What Pakistan need is the inclusion of talented youngsters to infuse much-needed energy in the field.

A multi-pronged approach is needed that tackles malnutrition.

Those who voted for change in K-P must feel their spirits flagging at this point.

Getting paid for one’s services in order to support one’s family is a serious matter.

If the present government can succeed in even partially improving the security situation, it would be a huge step.

Whoever the actual perpetrator of the attacks may be, our country has failed to apprehend these groups.

Balochistan requires fresh and bold initiatives by the governments in Quetta and Islamabad.

Only elected representatives should have the power to set tax rates in a transparent manner.

This frequent paralysis of Pakistan’s largest city indicates the need for a viable, long-term solution.

Respect for minority groups’ heritage sites has been forgone.

Mr Ali had no trouble in expressing a view that was in contradiction to the PTI’s policy.

Negotiations with the IMF are likely to be uncomfortable.

The problem of unfit CNG cylinders is now multidimensional.

Following the latest attack on polio workers, the DPO of the area has allowed all polio workers to carry weapons.

The elections have been over for a while now and it is time to mould rhetoric into policy and achieve results.