Opinion

Waqas Naeem Islamabad: In January, hot on the heels of the enactment of the controversial cyber law amendment, the Parliament also approved the Digital Nation Pakistan Act. The Act, which intends to help develop a blueprint for…

Asem Mustafa Awan Islamabad: The global diplomacy having the Jutt clan from Punjab and U.S. President Donald Trump sharing the same stage — as an Indian Punjabi singer’s track somehow made its way to Trump’s ears and, to everyone’s shock…

Asem Mustafa Awan Islamabad: In recent days, Pakistan has witnessed an unprecedented surge of protests across various sectors, reflecting deep-seated frustrations among its citizens.  In the federal capital, Islamabad, government…

Saleem Raza  Bradford: The war in Ukraine, once seen as a defining struggle between Russia and the West, is now reaching a decisive moment. With Donald Trump engaging in direct discussions with both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky,…

Saleem Raza Bradford: I write these words with a heart heavy with sorrow, with eyes that have seen the pain you bear, and with a soul that still refuses to give up on you. You were born from the dreams of those who longed for freedom,…

Asem Mustafa Awan Islamabad: In Pakistan, the police force, particularly in Punjab, has long been synonymous with corruption, brutality, and a blatant disregard for the rights of the citizens they are sworn to protect. This pervasive…

Saleem Raza Bradford: The future of Pakistan, like any nation, is shaped by internal and external factors, including governance, economic policies, social development, geopolitical dynamics, and global trends. Below is an analysis of…

Asem Mustafa Awan Islamabad: Pakistan’s law enforcement agencies, particularly the police force, have long been regarded as one of the most corrupt institutions in the country. Decades of unchecked power, rampant bribery, abuse of…

Waqas Naeem Islamabad: The recent enactment of amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) has reignited the debate on threats to online expression in Pakistan. Journalists and digital rights defenders, rightfully…

Asem Mustafa Awan Islamabad: Huddled together, unsure of what lay ahead, their eyes held a desperate hope—a dream to escape Pakistan for a life of dignity and opportunity. This yearning drives millions, but only a few manage to break…