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A Necessary Reform in Migration Governance
Pakistan’s engagement with its overseas citizens has long oscillated between rhetoric and reform. The recent high-level meeting chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Minister for Overseas Pakistanis Salik Hussain signals a welcome shift toward str…
The Unfinished War
The ongoing anti-polio campaign is more than just a public health drive; it is a national imperative. While Pakistan has achieved a massive reduction in cases from the early 1990s, polio remains stubbornly endemic, a painful distinction shared only with A…
Flood destruction
The annual cycle of monsoons across the subcontinent brings with it an inexorable flood of destruction, reducing years of developmental gains to rubble and displacing millions. In this recurring catastrophe, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDM…
Breaking the Compromise
The Punjab government’s recent decision to recommend that the Centre impose a ban on the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) is a long-overdue and necessary step to reclaim the state's writ. Following the latest wave of violent protests—which saw cities para…
The Promising Trajectory
The narrative of Pakistan's IT sector is one of burgeoning potential. The country boasts a massive, tech-savvy youth population, with over 60% of its people under the age of 30. This demographic dividend provides a vast, fertile talent pool that is increa…
A Contested Coronation
The PTI has succeeded in achieving its goals. It has, at least for the time being, been successful in getting its candidate appointed to the position of KP province chief executive. Many cautions had been sent once Sohail Afridi was nominated. Almost imme…
The Critical Shift
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, or "Pink October," is a period of vital focus. It sees a flurry of activities—pink ribbons, fundraising drives, and public service announcements—that shine a much-needed spotlight on the most common cancer among women global…
Pakistan’s Battle for Breath
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Prof Ahsan Iqbal’s recent declaration—that Pakistan is facing a “toxic air crisis,” a “battle for survival,” and a “national health emergency”—is not hyperbole; it is a long-overdue state…
Responsibility
Plastic pollution is a global crisis that demands a systemic and collaborative response. While the visible waste—plastic bags snagged on trees, bottles bobbing in the ocean—is a stark reminder of the problem, the true issue is far more deeply rooted in ou…
‘Strong, Durable Peace’?
A ray of hope has appeared in Gaza following two years of ceaseless bombardment and killing. US President Donald Trump's 20-point plan for peace in Gaza began Thursday with the signing of a ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement between Israel and Hama…

A Necessary Reform in Migration Governance

Pakistan’s external situation is very good because of Field Marshal: SK Niazi

Govt delegation, Achakzai likely to meet this week

Governor KP, Iranian Consul General discuss prevailing regional situation

No Cure for Neglect
The alarming surge in Dengue Fever cases across Pakistan, particularly in urban centers like Karachi, Hyderabad, and the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, signals more than just a seasonal spike; it reveals a profound public health governance crisi…
The Unfinished War
The ongoing anti-polio campaign is more than just a public health drive; it is a national imperative. While Pakistan has achieved a massive reduction in cases from the early 1990s, polio remains stubbornly endemic, a painful distinction shared only with A…
Flood destruction
The annual cycle of monsoons across the subcontinent brings with it an inexorable flood of destruction, reducing years of developmental gains to rubble and displacing millions. In this recurring catastrophe, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDM…
Breaking the Compromise
The Punjab government’s recent decision to recommend that the Centre impose a ban on the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) is a long-overdue and necessary step to reclaim the state's writ. Following the latest wave of violent protests—which saw cities para…
The Promising Trajectory
The narrative of Pakistan's IT sector is one of burgeoning potential. The country boasts a massive, tech-savvy youth population, with over 60% of its people under the age of 30. This demographic dividend provides a vast, fertile talent pool that is increa…
A Contested Coronation
The PTI has succeeded in achieving its goals. It has, at least for the time being, been successful in getting its candidate appointed to the position of KP province chief executive. Many cautions had been sent once Sohail Afridi was nominated. Almost imme…
The Critical Shift
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, or "Pink October," is a period of vital focus. It sees a flurry of activities—pink ribbons, fundraising drives, and public service announcements—that shine a much-needed spotlight on the most common cancer among women global…
Pakistan’s Battle for Breath
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Prof Ahsan Iqbal’s recent declaration—that Pakistan is facing a “toxic air crisis,” a “battle for survival,” and a “national health emergency”—is not hyperbole; it is a long-overdue state…
Responsibility
Plastic pollution is a global crisis that demands a systemic and collaborative response. While the visible waste—plastic bags snagged on trees, bottles bobbing in the ocean—is a stark reminder of the problem, the true issue is far more deeply rooted in ou…

A Necessary Reform in Migration Governance

Pakistan’s external situation is very good because of Field Marshal: SK Niazi

Govt delegation, Achakzai likely to meet this week

Governor KP, Iranian Consul General discuss prevailing regional situation

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