The real cost of corruption in Pakistan is not simply the money stolen from the state, but the human potential, institutional capacity and economic opportunities lost along the way.

The Islamabad hospital fire that killed newborns is more than a story of individual grief. It raises deeper questions about collective trauma, institutional betrayal, public trust and the unequal risks borne by ordinary citizens.

The Mecca Joint Defence Pact between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye marks a major shift in the region’s security architecture. Drawing parallels with the 1955 Baghdad Pact and CENTO, this analysis examines how the new alliance could reshape regional deterrence and Gulf security.

Pakistan’s authoritarian trajectory has deepened through the continued use of colonial-era laws, political repression, restrictions on dissent, and weakening judicial independence.

Pakistan receives nearly $35 billion in annual remittances, making them a vital source of foreign exchange. However, new research finds that while remittances reduce poverty for recipient households, they also widen regional disparities

Understanding the Limited International Focus on Pakistan’s Political Developments: Media Attention, Geopolitical Interests, Democratic Challenges, and Human Rights Issues

The opinion piece argues that silence and selective neutrality undermine medical ethics, urging doctors and medical institutions to uphold professional integrity by speaking out against attacks on healthcare and human suffering.

Donald Trump's decision to pursue a peace deal with Iran instead of further escalation has sparked global debate. Supporters argue the agreement prevented a wider Middle East conflict, while critics view it as a concession. The outcome could shape Trump's legacy and the future of regional stability.

When advice is ignored, process collapses, and history quietly repeats itself

The world needed a deal. It didn’t get one. But the window may not be fully closed yet.

In a historic and unprecedented moment, Prince Andrew became the first senior British royal in nearly 400 years to be arrested. The move signals a profound shift in accountability within the monarchy.

Each year, Ramadan in Pakistan arrives with promises of relief and billion-rupee subsidy packages. Yet for many citizens, the holy month brings soaring prices instead of ease. From weak market monitoring to ineffective implementation, the gap between announcements and ground realities exposes systemic flaws.