Trump, Field Marshal Asim Munir discuss counterterrorism, trade during White House huddle
Field Marshal Asim Munir and US president Donald Trump discussed Pak-India war and Iran-Israel conflict during a huddle at the White House in Washington on Wednesday. The development came during a one-on-one meeting between Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir and President Trump over lunch at the White House Cabinet Room. […]
Confronting Hate Speech in the Digital Age
Hate speech has never been confined to mere words; it is a potent weapon that can incite real-world violence, often with deadly consequences. On this year’s International Day for Countering Hate Speech, with the theme “Hate Speech and Artificial Intelligence,” governments and societies must reflect on their responsibilities in addressing this growing menace, particularly in […]
Israel’s Balochistan Agenda
Israel’s attack on Iran cannot be viewed in isolation; it is part of a larger pattern of aggression that includes India’s actions against Pakistan. One could even refer to it as Netanyahu’s “Operation Sindoor.” Hindutva and Zionism have allied to launch an assault on Islamic civilization. This is not a conflict involving just one nation; […]
Pakistan’s Gender Parity Crisis: A Call for Urgent Action
The Global Gender Gap Report 2025 paints a bleak picture of Pakistan’s progress on gender equality. Ranked 148 out of 149 countries, with a parity score dipping to 56.7%, Pakistan has once again found itself at the bottom of global rankings. This alarming regression demands introspection, accountability, and above all, action from both policymakers and […]
How Western Media Shapes the Israel-Iran Narrative
Western media is buzzing about Tehran being evacuated, yet somehow neglects to mention that Tel Aviv is also packing its bags. You’d think that’s a pretty big story, but apparently, the evacuation fairy only sprinkles her magic dust over one city. They claim Iran was trying to whip up a nuclear bomb, but curiously leave […]
Rewriting the Gender Equation in Pakistan
The Global Gender Gap Report 2025 paints a deeply troubling picture for Pakistan, ranking it 148th out of 148 countries — the lowest in the world. This descent is not just a statistical embarrassment but a scathing indictment of decades of policy negligence, entrenched patriarchy, and ineffective institutional frameworks. The country’s gender parity index dropped […]
Beggary is not a moral failing–it is a mirror to our collective neglect
Every red light in Pakistan is more than just a signal to stop; it is a mirror reflecting our deepest social failures. At nearly every urban traffic junction, a familiar and uncomfortable scene plays out: children with sunburnt faces tap on windows, elderly women extend frail hands, and men plead for alms with downcast eyes. […]
Indo Israel vicious nexus
Both India and Israel share an underlying objective: to destabilize Muslim countries. Both are racist. Both are fascist. Both are war criminal. Both are anti Muslim. India’s military actions in Pakistan are seen by the world as aggressive maneuvers that exacerbate regional instability. Similarly, Israel’s military campaigns against Iran, have been interpreted by various observers […]
Title: Escalation in the Middle East: A Fire That Must Be Contained
The rapidly deteriorating situation between Iran and Israel has entered a dangerous new phase. As the conflict entered its second day on Saturday, the prospect of peace and de-escalation grew even dimmer. What began with Israel’s provocative and deadly strikes on key Iranian cities has now turned into a worrying cycle of retaliation, raising fears […]
The crushing cost of living: Pakistan’s battle with soaring daily necessities
As the cost of living continues to climb steeply in Pakistan, the burden on the common citizen becomes heavier by the day. Prices of daily essentials have reached alarming levels, squeezing middle and lower-income households. The weekly grocery trip has become a source of anxiety for millions of Pakistanis. From the price of tomatoes to […]