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Punishing doctors?
In such a morally obscure situation, punishments should always be used as a last resort
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Anti-rape crisis cells
This is a huge step towards providing rehabilitation and recovery to those subjected to this horrible crime
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The way ahead
Working for food self-sufficiency and an alternate energy module are indispensable
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Abuse of HEC scholarships
Six PhD scholars went abroad on the government-funded FDP but never returned
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Reunifying MQM
MQM-P recently suggested the deal is already done and only needs to be officially approved by the MQM-P convener
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Resignations’ ruse
The fact that the PTI resignations' legitimacy is under debate after all these months has become a political nuisance
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Trigger-happy cops
The police can manipulate evidence to cover up their wrongdoing, or worse, to actively commit crimes.
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It’s not just about default or not
Political stability and economic vibrancy are two immediate and indispensable necessities
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US winter storm
Massive winter storms have pushed the nationwide death toll in the US past 60
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Solarisation
The best way forward for Pakistan is to shift towards sustainable means of energy
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Unrest in coastal belt
Locals blame the government for adopting tactics that come to further burden their woes
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Security black hole
The situation necessitates extraordinary measures and not the mere closure of thoroughfares
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Putin’s largesse
Putin, in a first of its kind olive branch, offered to negotiate a way out of the ongoing crisis and war in Ukraine
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Terror in Balochistan
At least six soldiers martyred and 15 law enforcement officials and civilians injured in Balochistan terror attacks
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Women’s economic participation
Women essential to labour force but majority stay within the informal economy due to gender-based discrimination
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Flour crisis
Flour prices in Karachi have touched new heights as a kilogram of the commodity is being sold at Rs125
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Population and climate change
Pakistan is front and centre not just of the climate crisis but also of a population explosion
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Wait-and-see politics
Evolving politics at the moment is tantamount to one step forward, and two steps back
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Women-only taxis
Lady captains will be hired, and cameras will be installed to improve safety
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SBP growth forecast
International analysts have pegged growth estimates at around 2%, a very low figure for a developing country
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Terror backlash
Growing unrest in settled areas or bordering zones establishes that a new proactive policy is needed
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Sethi in, Raja out
Pakistan cricket has been caught in a fragility trap and only genuine grassroots development will help talent prevail
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$8b hole in relief target
International donors have only provided half of the $16.3 billion Pakistan estimates would be needed for flood relief
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Punjab puzzle
The fate of not only the Punjab Assembly hangs in balance but also the chief ministership of Pervez Elahi
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Triumph of resolve
The capacity of the anti-terror decorum as well as the local police and paramilitary must stand a scrutiny
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Depleting flood funds
The situation should urge Pakistani officials to approach all possible forums – domestic and international
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Whitewash at home
Time to come to the dissection table and look for the flaws in minute details
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Take them out
The denominator should be to exterminate the militants at any cost.
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Skyrocketing gold
The price of gold has surged to an all-time high due to the precarious economic situation of the country
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Depleting oil, gas reserves
We will be even more dependent on imported fossil fuels in the future
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Political pendulum
If there isn’t any slip between the cup and the lip, two provinces are on the verge of going to polls
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Public toilets
Poor sanitation system across Karachi continues to wreak havoc for citizens
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Growing child labour
Poverty, poor social security, high illiteracy, unemployment and surging inflation have amplified child labour
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Khokhar has led from front
PPP lawmaker Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar has quit his political party on a principled ground
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Flood victims and winters
The needs of approximately 20 million flood-affected people will be intensified during the winter months
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Resetting ties with US
FM Bilawal is apt as he says the relationship is broad-based and the synergies are in a positive direction
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Cut in petrol prices
Negotiations with the IMF on the ninth review of $7 billion Extended Fund Facility are underway
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Protecting trans children
The court has constituted a special committee to determine SOPs for the transgender child protection unit
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Chaotic Chaman
The border came under fire from Afghan elements for the third consecutive time in a month
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The Dec 16 lesson
The best way for the government to bring calm would be to govern well and refuse to take the bait from Imran Khan
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Eradicating child labour
The issue is deeply tied to the overall socio-economic and literacy strength of the country
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Reforming education in Sindh
A regulation committee must be constituted for the purpose of monitoring and regulating employees as well as students
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Indian meddling
The recent spate of terror activities inside Pakistan and in Afghanistan clearly indicate a clandestine hand
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Looming whitewash
While a whitewash is nothing new for Team Pakistan, one at home would be hugely embarrassing
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Deadly year for journalists
Those responsible for killing journalists rarely see repercussions, not just in Pakistan but around the world
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Civic nuisance
Pakistan has a serious problem when it comes to consumer rights
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The western setback
Taliban should ensure their writ and take out elements who are creating regional disorder through adventurism
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Risking life for education
Over a thousand schools have been attacked by militants and other criminal elements in just the past three years
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Surge in burn cases
Incidence of burn injuries rise during winters by around 50%
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Eroding business confidence
The reigning political instability in the country continues to take its toll on the economy