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Blow to PTI
This decision will go a long way in upping the ante of volatility in politics
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Compromised gas cylinders
The collapse of the building stands as a stark testament to the devastating potential of gas cylinder accidents
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Fasting and starving in Gaza
Unfortunately, the Israeli Defence Force has repeatedly shown itself to be nothing more than a genocidal death squad
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Trans-regional economics
In an era of military alliances, it’s time to recreate some space for economies
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BJP’s push to rig elections
Sectarian violence broke out soon after the law was passed in 2019
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Mental health and violence
Mental health remains a taboo topic in many parts of Pakistani society
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Muscle-flexing on seas
Increasing volume of trade activity between the troikas is cementing an economic alliance of sorts
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New, but old
PM to face insurmountable challenges as opposition is unrelenting and dark shadows of ballot tampering hovering over
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Curbing smog
Punjab, particularly Lahore, has been plagued by hazardous levels of smog
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VAW: flawed approach
The government and civil society need to take a long and harsh look at their policies to address violence issues
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Ramazan relief
Logistical hurdles, distribution bottlenecks and bureaucratic inefficiencies pose significant obstacles
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The waste problem
transitioning towards a circular economy and adopting zero waste approaches essential for a sustainable future, UNEP
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Educational disparities
Economic constraints, inadequate infrastructure and limited resources exacerbate the cycles of poverty and exclusion
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The Second Presidency
Zardari has come at the helm at a difficult and divisive phase of Pakistan’s history
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Combatting Katcha dacoits
Menace poses a serious threat to people by luring them into certain traps
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Gender parity in news media
Equal pay, top-tier positions and career longevity still remain some of the major issues
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Plight of athletes
Pakistani athletes frequently grapple with insufficient resources and infrastructure
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Modi in Kashmir
Modi’s speech was a disappointment, heavy on unsubstantiated claims, with a bleak political message.
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‘Inflated’ tax revenue
Other factors include a steady increase in imports, which has led to a corresponding increase in import duties
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Join hands against TTP
The presence of more than 50,000 fighters in the landlocked state is a threat to world peace
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International Women’s Day
As we honour the achievements of Pakistani women, let us also recognise the importance of amplifying their voices
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Judicial-correct
The nine-member larger bench of the top court has rightly made some great strides
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Anyone but Trump
But there are no ‘Never Haleys’
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Torrents of tragedy
Strengthening infrastructure and enhancing early warning systems are critical steps in this endeavour
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Sheer unconstitutional
This institutional chaos is making room for some severe confrontation on the streets
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India’s rape record
The victims have praised the police for “doing everything possible to catch” their alleged attackers
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Protect our children
Addressing child abuse requires a holistic approach that punishes perpetrators and provides comprehensive support
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Reducing poverty
Between 2011 and 2019, the percentage of BISP beneficiaries below the poverty line fell from 90% to 72%
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Infected with death
This aggression over Gaza, which has claimed more than 30,000 lives
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The return of Shehbaz
The February 8 elections have changed the politics in the country for all times to come
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Slipping away
Pakistan must prioritise job creation, invest in education and skills development
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Curb price spiral
The new political dispensation must take it on a priority to crack down on the upward trend of prices
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Stampede deaths?
The recent attack by Israeli soldiers killed over 100 hungry Palestinians trying to get food from a relief truck
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Persistent street crimes
Focus must be made on identifying potential hotspots for street crime
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Run over to death
Even bulletproof cases can collapse when economic and power imbalances exist between crime suspects and victims
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Combatting human trafficking
Addressing underlying causes needs a holistic approach including law enforcement, poverty alleviation, and education
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Nuking Europe?
Amid warmongering, only solace was Putin’s assurance that Russia does not intend to walk over other European states
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Higher education in peril
The absence of regular vice-chancellors in so many universities is deeply troubling
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Turkish model for DISCOs
The hope is that our DISCOs can recreate the turnaround of their Turkish counterparts
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Swearing in
The newly-convened house exhibited some maturity as the Speaker allowed PTI legislators to speak
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Floods and havoc
IT demands foolproof master plan of drainage, water channels, irrigation and quality road and bridges infrastructure
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Domestic workers
The Employers Federation of Pakistan have noted ensuring safe working conditions for domestic workers
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PSL thrill continues
Excitement is, meanwhile, soaring with the competition progressing towards the play-offs stage
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Wages and working conditions
Currently, many workers in Pakistan are working long hours for meagre pay that barely covers their basic needs
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Bouazizi-2
The aftermath of the Sidi Bouzid incident was the Arab Spring that changed the history of the Middle East
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Sheer ignorance
The Arabic language on the dress, as it turns out, had nothing to do with the holy scripture
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Elevating women farmers
By broadening this definition, we can facilitate inclusion of women farmers in benefit schemes and service provisions
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Plane crash report
Criticises the CAA to a lesser degree for its failure to issue rules for pilots flying while fasting
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Maryam, Shah in the saddle
A plummeted economy and a deficit-ridden exchequer will come as a challenge to handle
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Reconnecting with Iran
Tehran and Islamabad are once again connecting the dots by browbeating the pressure of international sanctions