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HOW TO COUNTER THE INSURGENCIES

In the wake of near daily attacks on security forces and civilians in Balochistan and KP, it is evident that Pakistan needs to reassess its strategy vis-à-vis counterinsurgencies in both provinces.

Ejaz Haider Updated 30 Mar, 2025 12:49pm

EDUCATION: THE BATTLE FOR UNIVERSITY AUTONOMY

Pakistan’s higher education remains mired in political interference, the latest example of it being the attempt to induct

Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:50am

MOTOR SPORTS: SHAKING UP THE GRID

With new rules, fierce competition and a growing global audience — even in Pakistan — the 2025 Formula 1 season could be the

Ahmed Affan Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:50am

SOCIETY: THE MELODIC BELLS OF THAR

For centuries, Thari herders have relied on bells to track their cattle. But these humble instruments are more than just tools —

Khalid Kumbhar Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:50am

EXHIBITION: GHOSTS OF GOA

Jovita Alvares’s artworks excavate and trace the spectral presence of Portuguese colonial rule in Goa and its entangled legacy

Rumana Husain Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:50am

ARTSPEAK: THE LITERATURE OF WAR

From Homer to Mahmoud Darwish, war has shaped literature, and literature has shaped our understanding of war. The narratives

Durriya Kazi Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:50am

SMOKERS’ CORNER: HARD STATE, SOFT STATE

For decades, nations plagued by terrorism and political instability, such as Pakistan, have tried to project a ‘soft image’ to the world.

Nadeem F. Paracha Updated 30 Mar, 2025 10:29am

EPICURIOUS: A WHITE-HOT REVELATION

A little-known Chinese restaurant on the ‘wrong side’ of Karachi serves up a soup game so good, it changes the game

Faisal Quraishi Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:50am

ADVICE: AUNTIE AGNI

‘I Feel Worthless When My Friends Don’t Value Me’

From InpaperMagazine Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:50am

GARDENING: ‘HOW DO I GET RID OF COTTON-LIKE STUFF ON MY PLANTS?’

All your gardening queries answered here

Dr Khwaja Ali Shahid Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:50am

THE SHOW GOES ON

For many generations in Pakistan, the travelling Lucky Irani Circus — which recently made a brief appearance in Islamabad — epitomised spectacle and daring bravado.

Ayesha Latif | Arif Mahmood Updated 23 Mar, 2025 12:54pm

VOLLEYBALL: THE NEW RAMAZAN SPIKE

What started as a small gathering of friends has turned into a full-fledged tradition — Karachi’s Ramazan volley

Hussain Dada Published 23 Mar, 2025 06:44am

WORLD: THE NEW WORLD DISORDER

From Ukraine to Gaza, US President Donald Trump’s foreign policy favours strength over stability. But with a divided nation

Ahmet T. Kuru Published 23 Mar, 2025 06:44am

SPACE: ONE GIANT LEAP FOR… PAKISTAN

It’s a seminal moment for space exploration in Pakistan as its astronauts prepare to go to space with China.

Salman Hameed Published 23 Mar, 2025 06:44am

EXHIBITION: OUR PART IN PARTITION

An exhibition at the Lahore Museum explores the wounds and enduring legacy of Partition

Saira Dar Published 23 Mar, 2025 06:44am

EXHIBITION: FADING FACADES

Two distinct yet harmonious artistic voices delve into the fleeting nature of urban landscapes

Cosima Jane Brand Published 23 Mar, 2025 06:44am

SMOKERS’ CORNER: THE BLA RECKONING

The BLA’s historical trajectory, its ideological mutations and its potential role in an impending regional conflict need to be reckoned with.

Nadeem F. Paracha Updated 23 Mar, 2025 10:10am

NON-FICTION: BEYOND ECONOMIC INDICATORS

A recent book is a compelling examination of the interplay between growth, equity and governance and an essential read for anyone

Nadeem ul Haque Published 30 Mar, 2025 08:49am

FICTION: MEMORIES OF LOSS

A second collection of engaging short fiction from writer Shahbano Alvi, often centred on unhappy marriages, death and disease...

Rehana Alam Published 30 Mar, 2025 08:37am

POETRY: CROSSING LINGUISTIC BORDERS

An ambitious anthology presents the curated work of 68 Pakistani poets writing in English, turning the venture into an informal...

Tehmina Ahmed Published 30 Mar, 2025 07:57am

COLUMN: ONE OCTAVE TO ANOTHER

In Pakistan and among the Pakistani diaspora, it is heartening to see the strong emergence of a new generation of gifted English

Harris Khalique Published 30 Mar, 2025 07:47am

LITBUZZ

The Zeenat Haroon Writing Prize for Women is sending out a call for submissions. This year’s category is ‘Short Fiction’. Writers

From InpaperMagazine Published 30 Mar, 2025 07:42am

NON-FICTION: RETURN TO STUDENT LIFE

A ‘standalone sequel’ collection of college stories by Nadya Chishty-Mujahid draws readers into familiar territory but is more...

Taha Kehar Published 23 Mar, 2025 09:06am

NON-FICTION: TAKING CARE OF THE FUTURE

A recent book details the story of a woman who, through her sheer dedication and pursuit of excellence, has shaped the future of

Rizwana Naqvi Published 23 Mar, 2025 08:59am

NON-FICTION: THE LOST CITY OF KARACHI

A well-researched book details a people’s history of Karachi and how gradual negligence turned the city of lights into a city of

Waqas Ali Ranjha Published 23 Mar, 2025 08:54am

SPOTLIGHT: EID DEJA VU

Sixteen and perhaps as high as 24 films will be released in the cinemas this Eidul Fitr. But aside from a handful, most will

Mohammad Kamran Jawaid Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:51am

THE GRAPEVINE

Oscar-Winning Palestinian Attacked

PYT Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:51am

STREAMING: FAMILY FRAGILITIES

Netflix’s mini-series Adolescence transcends the barricades of intellectuality and craft and makes for the greatest work on TV

Farheen Jawaid Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:51am

CINEMASCOPE: UNCERTAIN EVIL

Clunky satire about an evil celebrity cult has plenty to say, but Opus just doesn’t know how to say it

Daniel O’Brien Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:51am

THE TUBE

Dil Wali Gali | Hum TV, Daily 8.00pm

Sadaf Haider Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:51am

SOUNDSCAPE: A VICTIM OF ITS SUCCESS?

Glastonbury is as popular as ever, but complaints about the line-up, diversity and costs reveal its generational challenge

Adrian York Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:51am

SOUNDSCAPE: THE GRATEFUL DEAD AND FOLK

It has been 60 years since the Grateful Dead first formed. Here’s a look back at how the band ‘muddied’ and revitalised folk

Max Bowden Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:51am

THE WATCHLIST : THE EID BINGE GUIDE

As the Eid festivities start and the food coma sets in, what better way to unwind than with a line-up of fresh, engaging stories

Madeeha Syed Published 30 Mar, 2025 05:51am

COMPANY NEWS

BankIslami’s cheque encashment service

From InpaperMagazine Published 31 Mar, 2025 05:47am

CORPORATE WINDOW: Carbon tax viability for Pakistan

A carbon tax focused on meeting tax-to-GDP targets but neglecting fairness, efficiency, certainty, and convenience would likely

Afia Malik Published 31 Mar, 2025 05:47am

The rise of the cards?

Pakistan has 56.4 million cards in circulation. Take a peek at your wallet and you will most likely find more than...

Fatima S Attarwala Published 31 Mar, 2025 05:47am

Reviving higher education before its too late

Despite being the world’s fifth most populous country with 266 institutions recognised by the Higher Education Commission, only 94

Abdul Waheed Bhutto Published 31 Mar, 2025 05:47am

Wall Street’s record payouts

Wall Street’s average annual bonus rose to $244,700 last year, with the total pool for payouts jumping to a record...

From the Newspaper Published 31 Mar, 2025 05:47am

Walmart’s same-day delivery

Walmart’s Spark delivery system, powered by a network of freelance drivers, has enabled the retailer to expand its...

From the Newspaper Published 31 Mar, 2025 05:47am

China’s richest person

Zhang Yiming, the founder of TikTok owner ByteDance, has become China’s wealthiest person for the first time, with...

From the Newspaper Published 31 Mar, 2025 05:47am

Malaria vaccine rollout

A successful rollout of malaria vaccines could save up to 1m lives in the next five years, as per The Economist

From the Newspaper Published 31 Mar, 2025 05:47am

Meethi Eid: sweetness in every moment!

The blessed month of Ramazan, a month of fasting, self-discipline and spiritual growth, is about to end, and we are...

Marvi Soomro Published 29 Mar, 2025 06:57am

Stepwell in Fruit Park

Din Din and his friends work tirelessly on a vital project, but lurking threats challenge their determination to see it through.

ADVERTISEMENT Published 22 Mar, 2025 10:00am

Mailbox

This is regarding the story “Small steps, big impact” by Armeen Shahzad (YW, January 18).

From InpaperMagazine Published 29 Mar, 2025 06:57am

Story time: A promise not fulfilled

It was a pleasant morning. I was lost in a beautiful dream where my father had fulfilled his promise to take me to...

Muaz Fahim Published 29 Mar, 2025 06:57am

Advice: Consistency is a game-changer

Every year or new start begins with high hopes and ambitious goals, but for many, the excitement soon fades. The ...

Muhammad Khan Nohri Published 29 Mar, 2025 06:57am

Poet's Corner

From InpaperMagazine Published 29 Mar, 2025 06:57am

Quiz

Quiz Master Published 29 Mar, 2025 06:57am

Art Corner

From InpaperMagazine Published 29 Mar, 2025 06:57am