CSS English paper: a disservice by FPSC?
On 18 February 2021, the Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) commenced the examination of Central Superior Services (CSS), 2021. On the first day, language...
Confessions of RAW officers- the diplomats in disguise
Yet another book Terror in Islamabad has been published by officer Amar Bhushan who happened to have served as a diplomat at the Indian High...
Prime Minister castigated election commission
In his 50 minutes speech, Prime Minister thanked the lawmakers belonging to the PTI and allied parties for reposing confidence in him. He also...
Brain drain: an Achilles’ Heel for the Global South?
|Arfah Ziah and Ammara Kalsoom When the Treaty of Westphalia in 1648 introduced the world with a Nation-State system, an integral part of the treaty...
Brexit: did it favour the UK and its foreign policy?
The contemporary, especially the second decade of the 21st century, is causing immense changes around the world, especially in foreign policies. Before delving deeper...
Growing significance of Asia Pacific in international politics
The Asia Pacific is part of the world located in the western Pacific Ocean. It includes regions of East Asia, South Asia, South East...
Morality doldrums: the galling truth of Pakistan
I recently visited the bank for some assignments. While finishing my queries, I saw a young educated man who entered the bank and went...
Workplace harassments in Pakistan: initiatives taken by State and the way forward
Year after year, the “Aurat March” brings the country to crossroads, as the outcry for gender equality is misrepresented and often misunderstood. Branded as...
Op-ed: Pakistan’s problematic political culture
It seems that every problem in Pakistan these days has something to do with party politics. At least as far as the politicians in...
Pakistan’s airline industry: Is its fate finally destined to change?
Air travel usually costs more than either train or bus for domestic commute around the world. It, however, does not legitimize what travellers in...
Syrian humanitarian aid: it’s high time for long-term sustainable planning
March 15, 2021, will mark a grim milestone — the 10th anniversary of the beginning of the popular uprising that led to the civil...
Culture of ban: a vicious cycle trapping the intellectuals of Pakistan
The active contribution of intellectuals in a society, nation and country is as important as oxygen for our body. Without oxygen, our body desperately...