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The time to invest in nature is now
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The time to invest in nature is now

The decision by the federal government and the Sindh government to launch a province-wide tree plantation drive and Urban Forest Programme is a welcome step at a time when Pakistan…

A Curious Case for Smaller Administrative Units

A Curious Case for Smaller Administrative Units

Aug 06, 2026
Asif Mahmood Small administrative units are essential for Pakistan. Those who criticize the idea of smaller administrative units should ask themselves whether their commitment to democracy extends beyond mere slogans. Small administrative units are, in…
The Fake News: Enough is Enough

The Fake News: Enough is Enough

Feb 01, 2025
The importance of freedom of expression cannot be overstated; however, it raises a critical issue: does this freedom extend to the right to spread falsehoods?  If the dissemination of misinformation is left unchecked, are we not, in fact, fostering its gr…
Is Europe moving in the right direction?

Is Europe moving in the right direction?

Jan 31, 2025
The economic struggles of Europe, for the most part in the context of its competition with the US and China, have become increasingly evident over the past few decades. The continent is grappling with stagnation, political instability, and a failure to ad…
Challenging the 26th Amendment

Challenging the 26th Amendment

Jan 29, 2025
Can the 26th constitutional amendment be challenged in a court of law? The answer is simple: NO.  A constitutional amendment cannot be challenged in any court. In Chapter 11 of the Constitution, sub-clause 5 of Article 239 provides: “No amendment of the C…
Weaponizing the Remittances

Weaponizing the Remittances

Jan 28, 2025
Imran Khan's bizarre plea for overseas Pakistanis to hold back their remittances raises eyebrows—could this be a desperate political ploy or just another misguided attempt at civil disobedience? Look at the skipper's naivety. while his sons are being look…
Pakistan cannot afford so many simultaneous conflicts

Pakistan cannot afford so many simultaneous conflicts

Jan 27, 2025
Pakistan's security and political landscape paints a very complex picture. A blend of strategic calculations, reactive policies, and multifaceted conflicts seems to be testing the nation’s resilience. The multiple ongoing conflicts, the internal instabili…
Democracy or Fiefdom? The Dilemma Within PTI

Democracy or Fiefdom? The Dilemma Within PTI

Jan 27, 2025
In a significant shift within Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the recent removal of Ali Ameen Gandapur from his position as the party's provincial president has sparked widespread speculation regarding the motivations behind this decision. While various n…
How to resolve the fiscal crisis

How to resolve the fiscal crisis

Jan 26, 2025
The tax culture in Pakistan is small and underdeveloped, and several challenges contribute to this. Several factors influence how taxes are perceived and collected, leading to a generally weak tax culture in the country. One of the primary issues is that …
Women in the Baluch Insurgency

Women in the Baluch Insurgency

Jan 25, 2025
In recent years, the dynamics of the insurgency in Baluchistan, Pakistan’s largest province, have undergone a striking shift. Traditionally dominated by men, the conflict has started to see a troubling increase in women taking on more active roles, includ…
The climate crisis pushes us toward a green skills revolution

The climate crisis pushes us toward a green skills revolution

Jan 25, 2025
The urgency of the climate crisis cannot be overstated, and those who fully comprehend its gravity understand that the next few decades are pivotal for global climate mitigation and adaptation. While not everyone shares this understanding, many key decisi…
Turning internet outrage into a force for constructive change

Turning internet outrage into a force for constructive change

Jan 24, 2025
The rise of social media has fundamentally altered the landscape of public discourse, particularly in Pakistan, where platforms like Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram have evolved into vital arenas for political and social engagement. In this …
A Curious Case for Smaller Administrative Units
August 6, 2026 Opinion

A Curious Case for Smaller Administrative Units

Asif Mahmood Small administrative units are…

Indian aggression continues in occupied Jammu and Kashmir: SK Niazi
August 6, 2026 Latest News | Pakistan

Indian aggression continues in occupied Jammu and Kashmir: SK Niazi

Qamar Sabzwari, Altaf Wani, Zaki Aijaz,…

Iranian Industry Minister meets PM; agrees to increase border trade, harmonise logistics and customs procedures
August 5, 2026 Latest News | Pakistan

Iranian Industry Minister meets PM; agrees to increase border trade, harmonise logistics and customs procedures

Islamabad: A 6-member delegation led by…

Carlos Brathwaite heaps praise on Babar Azam’s captaincy
August 5, 2026 Latest News | Sports

Carlos Brathwaite heaps praise on Babar Azam’s captaincy

Former West Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite…

Sardar Khan Niazi

(Tamgh-i-Imtaiz) Journalist, Business Leader, Entrepreneur

How to reduce the negative effects of rumors and lies

How to reduce the negative effects of rumors and lies

Feb 01, 2025
The spread of misinformation can be a serious issue, especially in today’s fast-paced, interconnected world. In my view, the antidote is a combination of critical thinking, media literacy, and empathy. Critical thinking helps us question and evaluate the …
The Fake News: Enough is Enough

The Fake News: Enough is Enough

Feb 01, 2025
The importance of freedom of expression cannot be overstated; however, it raises a critical issue: does this freedom extend to the right to spread falsehoods?  If the dissemination of misinformation is left unchecked, are we not, in fact, fostering its gr…
Is Europe moving in the right direction?

Is Europe moving in the right direction?

Jan 31, 2025
The economic struggles of Europe, for the most part in the context of its competition with the US and China, have become increasingly evident over the past few decades. The continent is grappling with stagnation, political instability, and a failure to ad…
Challenging the 26th Amendment

Challenging the 26th Amendment

Jan 29, 2025
Can the 26th constitutional amendment be challenged in a court of law? The answer is simple: NO.  A constitutional amendment cannot be challenged in any court. In Chapter 11 of the Constitution, sub-clause 5 of Article 239 provides: “No amendment of the C…
Weaponizing the Remittances

Weaponizing the Remittances

Jan 28, 2025
Imran Khan's bizarre plea for overseas Pakistanis to hold back their remittances raises eyebrows—could this be a desperate political ploy or just another misguided attempt at civil disobedience? Look at the skipper's naivety. while his sons are being look…
Pakistan cannot afford so many simultaneous conflicts

Pakistan cannot afford so many simultaneous conflicts

Jan 27, 2025
Pakistan's security and political landscape paints a very complex picture. A blend of strategic calculations, reactive policies, and multifaceted conflicts seems to be testing the nation’s resilience. The multiple ongoing conflicts, the internal instabili…
Democracy or Fiefdom? The Dilemma Within PTI

Democracy or Fiefdom? The Dilemma Within PTI

Jan 27, 2025
In a significant shift within Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the recent removal of Ali Ameen Gandapur from his position as the party's provincial president has sparked widespread speculation regarding the motivations behind this decision. While various n…
How to resolve the fiscal crisis

How to resolve the fiscal crisis

Jan 26, 2025
The tax culture in Pakistan is small and underdeveloped, and several challenges contribute to this. Several factors influence how taxes are perceived and collected, leading to a generally weak tax culture in the country. One of the primary issues is that …
Women in the Baluch Insurgency

Women in the Baluch Insurgency

Jan 25, 2025
In recent years, the dynamics of the insurgency in Baluchistan, Pakistan’s largest province, have undergone a striking shift. Traditionally dominated by men, the conflict has started to see a troubling increase in women taking on more active roles, includ…
The climate crisis pushes us toward a green skills revolution

The climate crisis pushes us toward a green skills revolution

Jan 25, 2025
The urgency of the climate crisis cannot be overstated, and those who fully comprehend its gravity understand that the next few decades are pivotal for global climate mitigation and adaptation. While not everyone shares this understanding, many key decisi…
A Curious Case for Smaller Administrative Units
August 6, 2026 Opinion

A Curious Case for Smaller Administrative Units

Asif Mahmood Small administrative units are…

Indian aggression continues in occupied Jammu and Kashmir: SK Niazi
August 6, 2026 Latest News | Pakistan

Indian aggression continues in occupied Jammu and Kashmir: SK Niazi

Qamar Sabzwari, Altaf Wani, Zaki Aijaz,…

Iranian Industry Minister meets PM; agrees to increase border trade, harmonise logistics and customs procedures
August 5, 2026 Latest News | Pakistan

Iranian Industry Minister meets PM; agrees to increase border trade, harmonise logistics and customs procedures

Islamabad: A 6-member delegation led by…

Carlos Brathwaite heaps praise on Babar Azam’s captaincy
August 5, 2026 Latest News | Sports

Carlos Brathwaite heaps praise on Babar Azam’s captaincy

Former West Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite…

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