The case of missing characters in Pakistani dramas
Despite dramas being made left, right, and centre, characters who don’t fit the “television-perfect” mould are few and far in between, leaving a massive chasm in our…
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Pakistan human rights commission alarmed at government withholding ads from some publications
The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists had flayed the current government’s efforts to enact anti-media laws and target critical voices under the guise of stemming “fake…
Why the Trumpian chainsaw to the global order may be an opportunity for Pakistan
If Pakistan uses this as the impetus to unleash its own process of creative destruction, the country can find its footing in a rapidly changing global landscape.
Inflation drops to lowest in nearly a decade in Pakistan
The slowdown in inflation is primarily driven by lower prices of wheat and its by-products, perishable items like onions, certain pulses, and a slight reduction in electricity…
Why owning a home in Pakistan is out of the question
Property prices have surged beyond affordability, while stagnant wages and rising inflation make it harder for middle-income households to save enough for a down payment.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa waiting for federal government’s approval to negotiate with Afghan Taliban
KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur had announced plans to send a delegation to Afghanistan for a dialogue on bilateral issues in January. The provincial government said it would…
Will Pakistan’s power sector survive climate change?
Most power infrastructure systems were designed to operate under optimum conditions – when temperatures were cooler 30 or 40 years ago.
Why Pakistani dramas are winning Nepali hearts
Their popularity can be linked to realistic storytelling, cultural similarities, strong female characters, and the poetic beauty of the Urdu language.
US President Trump’s aid cuts to hurt pro-democracy projects the most in Pakistan
Pakistani institutions, such as the Election Commission, have benefitted from Washington’s support in the past.