The Power of Half the Nation
By Junaid Qaiser Every year on March 8, International Women’s Day offers an opportunity not only to celebrate women’s achievements…
Innocent Lives, War Crimes, and the Law
Barrister Usman Ali , Ph.D. When civilians and children are killed in conflict, international law must be applied without exception.…
Petrol Price Hike: Inflation Crushing the Public While the Elite Continue Their Lavish Lifestyle
Amjad Hadi Yousafzai Pakistan is rapidly turning into a society where state priorities appear to revolve around the comfort of…
Transgender Lives Deserve Dignity Too
I was waiting at a signal when a transgender man was dragged through the mud for begging 10 rupees. Some…
The Presidency and the Politics of Global Intervention
by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal Power has always tested the character of those who possess it. When authority falls into the…
Riyadh and Islamabad: Strategic Solidarity
By Junaid Qaiser At a time when the Middle East is passing through one of its most volatile phases in…
Israeli Influence at Pakistan’s Doorstep: The Real Aim Behind the Attack on Iran
(Abdul Basit Alvi) Many leaders in the Muslim world argue that Zionism threatens global stability, a view voiced by Pakistan’s…
A Lesson from History: The Isa Reference and Judicial Independence
Barrister Usman Ali, Ph.D. Pakistan’s judicial history has been complex, often contentious, and at times far from admirable. In several…
The Indomitable Spirit: Why March 8 is a Day of Data, Not Just Flowers
(Muhammad Anwar) Today, as the world marks International Women’s Day, Pakistan stands at a curious crossroads. In the streets of…
The U.S. Withdrawal from Afghanistan and China’s Rising Dominance in the Region
By Musawar Qureshi After the withdrawal of the United States from Afghanistan, the security bloc that existed in this region…