Editorial

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The city is not designed for ill-planned public transport, needs a different approach to civic infrastructure

Pakistan's growth optimistically projected at 3.2% for current fiscal year, structural deficits highlighted by IMF

Recurring manhole deaths signal systemic failure to curb urban negligence brought on by incompetence, corruption

According to FIR, a group of lawyers allegedly attacked Butt, assaulted his counsel during the chaos in court

Decision to resume direct flights between Karachi, Dhaka from next week, increase in trade volume, is a good sign

Attendance is a legitimate academic requirement, its enforcement must be consistent, transparent

Recognition is leverage, creates political basis for intelligence access, strategic positioning for Israel

Afghanistan bears responsibility to dispel for itself, the region, the terror nexus thriving on its soil

Pakistan has drawn a clear line on Gaza, it deserves careful consideration by the international community

Scrapping rigid subject groupings at the matric and intermediate levels is a decisive step

Amongst joyous celebrations in Pakistan, aerial firing is one that is practised without concern for consequences

Pakistan’s dependence on fossil fuels unsustainable, prompting calls for solarisation, energy reforms, emission cuts

Pakistan meets IMF conditions for stability, but cuts to social services, skilled worker loss cause long-term harm

Sidrah Nosheen’s heroin operation reveals systemic drug trade issues in Pakistan

With just 20% passing, foreign medical schools' lack of standardisation endangers public health, deceives families

UN backs Pakistan’s anti-terror efforts, IS-K structure weakens, dismissing Kabul’s claims

Space militarisation threatens global security, as the US, Russia push for lunar nuclear power

Pakistan's economy shows improvement, high energy costs, investor concerns hinder sustainable growth

Jinnah's vision of justice, equality, democracy must guide Pakistan, commemorating his 150th anniversary in 2026

PIA sold to Arif Habib for Rs135 billion, signalling progress in privatisation, no overseas bid raises concerns

JPMC reports 15,000 road accident victims in Karachi, with 800 deaths, exposing urban neglect

Shehbaz's olive branch to the opposition, undermined by his refusal to engage with blackmailing tactics

Record 95 accidents in 2025 reflect Pakistan Railways’ failure to prioritise safety, cosmetic upgrades given priority

LHC chief justice halts Punjab property law, questioning its transparency, potential misuse, legal implications

Bangladesh summons Indian diplomat amid rising tensions over assassination, India’s support for ex-PM Hasina

Opposition demands fair polls, impartial CEC, political prisoner release, pushes for a new Charter of Democracy

Nepra's draft protects utilities, stalls solar adoption, energy reform

Pakistan’s U-19 Asia Cup final win over India, 191-run triumph

Pakistan, others seek defined mandates, leadership before committing troops to the ISF

Debt, rising living costs, weak social support can push families to extremes

Human statues are performance artists who usually stand motionless in city centres for arts, entertainment.

With 29,000 dog bites in 2025, Karachi must adopt humane strategies like TNVR, protect public health

Despite increased female voter registration in Pakistan, declining turnout signals need for greater social change

Despite legal merit, Imran's Toshakhana-2 conviction tainted by politically motivated campaign

SIU officers suspended in alleged drug reselling case, highlighting systemic issues in Sindh Police

Justice Jahangiri’s degree controversy raises questions on timing, accountability, judiciary’s integrity

UN report criticises India, Afghanistan’s actions, calls for restoring regional peace

Karachi's builders threaten shutdown over rampant extortion, criminal networks targeting businesses for billions

Charging 400 PTI supporters, including Imran Khan’s sisters, with terrorism worsens political divide

FIA's crackdown on illegal migration, 66,154 passengers offloaded, raises concerns over legitimate travellers' rights

Rising crime in katcha areas exposes state failure, turns vital highways into danger zones

PTI’s protests show anger, lack momentum to force change

Nitish Kumar’s act at Patna ceremony exposes how Muslim identity is increasingly policed in India’s public life

Karachi’s water crisis, a daily disaster as K-IV delays, mismanagement leaves the city parched

Taliban skip key Tehran peace conference, isolating Kabul, undermining regional efforts tackling terrorism

SBP cut rates to 10.5%, shifting focus to growth, critics warn, may fuel inflation

False claims linking Sydney attack to Pakistan expose deliberate slur campaign rooted in hate politics