TikTok: A curse in our society?

Ali Shah discusses the growing popularity of Tik Tok among the masses in Pakistan and how is this affecting the people of our country. He further talks about the negative impact of this app on our society.

Is Taliban return a good news for Pakistan?

Aamir Khattak, a defense expert, discusses the advances of the Taliban in Afghanistan that sent shockwaves across the world and how the US failed in its counterinsurgency strategy when it came to tackling moves in the country.

India’s renewed efforts of maligning Pakistan

Mustafa Khan, a researcher in the American research center of Hyderabad talks about India's habit of signaling out Pakistan for terrorism whenever there's turmoil in the Asian subcontinent.

Pakistan’s administration needs a wake-up call! – Dr. Farid A. Malik

Dr. Farid A Malik, an ex-Chairman of Pakistan Science Foundation highlights how the issues of corruption, misuse of authority and highhandedness have not been dealt with through effective accountability mechanisms.

Women’s safety: A matter of grave concern for Pakistan

The safety of women has become a growing concern in Pakistan and we are witnessing an increased number of horrifying cases of sexual assaults every single day. In this regard, Ayaz Muhammad Khan highlights the importance of women's safety in Pakistan.

Chaotic Afghanistan: Why Pakistan needs to be cautious

Dr. Shoaib Baloch, a foreign policy analyst, points out the implications of the Taliban-controlled Afghanistan for Pakistan. Instability in Afghanistan under the control of the Taliban may create security risks and put Pakistan’s geoeconomic policy at stake.

Why is China stepping up geopolitics in Afghanistan?

Even before the Taliban took control of Kabul, China started deepening diplomatic ties with the group, hosting a Taliban delegation in July. In this regard, Maheen Shafeeq, a researcher at the Centre for Aerospace & Security Studies (CASS) talks about China's interests in Afghanistan.

Understanding Saudi Arabia and Israel’s reaction over Taliban’s takeover

Dr. James M. Dorsey, an award-winning journalist explains Saudi Arabia's stance on the US withdrawal from Afghanistan and the Taliban's takeover in the region. He points out that if religious militants get victorious in Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia would have to reinstate its relations with Israel.

Top 3 ways Taliban’s takeover will revive Islamist movements

Farah Adeed discusses the ways in which the Taliban will revive the Islamist movements in Afghanistan now that they are ruling the country again. He further talks about how the implementation of Sharia Law will lead to reviving the narratives that are established by the West about Islam.

Corrupt bureaucrats: An uphill battle for Pakistan?

Dr. Farid A Malik, an Ex-Chairman of Pakistan Science Foundation laments that our country is never going to find its way to prosperity if we keep ignoring underlying corruption and incompetent bureaucrats in our system. Pakistan's bureaucracy needs a major clean-up.

How can the US ensure peace and stability in Afghanistan?

Ever since the US has announced its departure from Afghanistan, a series of speculations and predictions are creating waves in the world. In this regard, Ali Shah, head of the Institute of Policy Studies at NUST talks about the future of Afghanistan.

Noor was my friend! But was I her friend?

Dr. Mishayl Hussain remembers Noor Mukadam who was a good friend to her since teen-age and to everyone. But she laments how we all failed her by not intervening in her toxic relationship. We failed her as a community, as a society, and as a country. We remain answerable to her family. Powerful and Must Read!