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Sindh govt announces compensation for traders affected by Gul Plaza fire

A Season of Risk
The latest forecast from the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) of widespread rain and snowfall across large parts of the country is both a blessing and a warning. From Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to Balochistan, from Gilgit-Baltistan to Azad Kashmir, and ev…
Pakistan’s GSP-Plus Status: A Perilous Gamble
At some point, those currently responsible for governing this nation of 240 million souls will have to answer a critical question: what have their policies truly achieved? What lasting benefits have resulted from disrupting Pakistan’s democratic foundatio…
Ensuring Fairness in Constitutional Challenges
In recent discussions surrounding the challenges to constitutional amendments, a growing concern has been the manner in which such cases are assigned for hearing. The present practice, where some benches are assigned the responsibility of deciding constit…
The Dialogue Collapses
The much-anticipated negotiations between the government and the opposition have hit a major roadblock. The PTI, true to its word, boycotted the fourth round of talks, leaving the government committee waiting in vain. This abrupt withdrawal throws a shado…
The Price of Privilege
The humid air hung heavy in the air-conditioned chamber of the National Assembly, mirroring the tension that permeated the room. A proposal, audacious in its scope, lay before the lawmakers: a significant pay hike, a testament to their "exceptional" servi…
The Crossroads
The scorching summer sun beat down on Islamabad, mirroring the heat of the economic crisis gripping the nation. Ayesha, a young entrepreneur struggling to keep her small business afloat, watched the news with a growing sense of despair. The familiar refra…
The Sea’s Toll
The news of the Moroccan boat tragedy hit Ali like a gut punch. His cousin, Hamid, was among the 44 souls lost at sea. Hamid, a bright-eyed young man with dreams of a better life, had fallen prey to the whispers of the smugglers. They promised him a swift…
Sindh’s Higher Education Gamble
Sindh's recent decision to allow bureaucrats to head universities has sparked widespread protests and ignited a fierce debate about the future of higher education in the province. The government argues that this move is necessary to improve the quality of…
The Algorithm and the Abacus
In the bustling metropolis of Karachi, amidst the cacophony of rickshaws and the aroma of street food, lived Ali, a young, aspiring journalist. His life revolved around his laptop, a portal to the digital world where he could share his thoughts, criticize…
Water Dispute Deepens: Punjab’s Canal Plans and Sindh’s Concerns
The water dispute between Punjab and Sindh has once again flared up, ignited by Punjab's controversial plans to construct new canals under the Green Pakistan Initiative. This project, aimed at facilitating corporate farming in the province, has raised ala…
The ECP’s Enduring Struggle with Impartiality
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) once again found itself in the Supreme Court's crosshairs, this time for its overreach in a politically charged case. An independent lawmaker, who had publicly declared his allegiance to a different political part…

Opposition finalises plans for Feb 8 protest against alleged rigging in 2024 elections

A Season of Risk

PTI’s protest on February 8 will only cause harm: SK Niazi

Pakistan’s Digital Dream on Hold
The hum of progress in Pakistan was faltering, choked by invisible barriers in the air. Mobile phones, once symbols of connectivity and advancement, had become instruments of frustration. Call drops were rampant, internet speeds crawled, and the promise o…
Pakistan’s GSP-Plus Status: A Perilous Gamble
At some point, those currently responsible for governing this nation of 240 million souls will have to answer a critical question: what have their policies truly achieved? What lasting benefits have resulted from disrupting Pakistan’s democratic foundatio…
Ensuring Fairness in Constitutional Challenges
In recent discussions surrounding the challenges to constitutional amendments, a growing concern has been the manner in which such cases are assigned for hearing. The present practice, where some benches are assigned the responsibility of deciding constit…
The Dialogue Collapses
The much-anticipated negotiations between the government and the opposition have hit a major roadblock. The PTI, true to its word, boycotted the fourth round of talks, leaving the government committee waiting in vain. This abrupt withdrawal throws a shado…
The Price of Privilege
The humid air hung heavy in the air-conditioned chamber of the National Assembly, mirroring the tension that permeated the room. A proposal, audacious in its scope, lay before the lawmakers: a significant pay hike, a testament to their "exceptional" servi…
The Crossroads
The scorching summer sun beat down on Islamabad, mirroring the heat of the economic crisis gripping the nation. Ayesha, a young entrepreneur struggling to keep her small business afloat, watched the news with a growing sense of despair. The familiar refra…
The Sea’s Toll
The news of the Moroccan boat tragedy hit Ali like a gut punch. His cousin, Hamid, was among the 44 souls lost at sea. Hamid, a bright-eyed young man with dreams of a better life, had fallen prey to the whispers of the smugglers. They promised him a swift…
Sindh’s Higher Education Gamble
Sindh's recent decision to allow bureaucrats to head universities has sparked widespread protests and ignited a fierce debate about the future of higher education in the province. The government argues that this move is necessary to improve the quality of…
The Algorithm and the Abacus
In the bustling metropolis of Karachi, amidst the cacophony of rickshaws and the aroma of street food, lived Ali, a young, aspiring journalist. His life revolved around his laptop, a portal to the digital world where he could share his thoughts, criticize…
Water Dispute Deepens: Punjab’s Canal Plans and Sindh’s Concerns
The water dispute between Punjab and Sindh has once again flared up, ignited by Punjab's controversial plans to construct new canals under the Green Pakistan Initiative. This project, aimed at facilitating corporate farming in the province, has raised ala…

Opposition finalises plans for Feb 8 protest against alleged rigging in 2024 elections

A Season of Risk

PTI’s protest on February 8 will only cause harm: SK Niazi

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