Who will rein in the sugar mafia? ONCE again the sugar mafia has reared its ugly head, with the people being the sacrificial lambs. In just 20 days,... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am Email Your Name*Cancel
Who will rein in the sugar mafia? ONCE again the sugar mafia has reared its ugly head, with the people being the sacrificial lambs. In just 20 days,... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am Email Your Name*Cancel
Strange contradiction THIS is with reference to the report ‘NAB seeks withdrawal of reference against BoP ex-chief’ (Nov 13) about a... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am
Strange contradiction THIS is with reference to the report ‘NAB seeks withdrawal of reference against BoP ex-chief’ (Nov 13) about a... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am
Tragedy with lessons THERE was not much media coverage on Dec 16 regarding the fall of Dhaka, the tragedy that split Pakistan more than... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am
Tragedy with lessons THERE was not much media coverage on Dec 16 regarding the fall of Dhaka, the tragedy that split Pakistan more than... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am
The cost of inflation LOW-INCOME families and vulnerable groups have suffered greatly as a result of growing inflation. The cost of living... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am
The cost of inflation LOW-INCOME families and vulnerable groups have suffered greatly as a result of growing inflation. The cost of living... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am
Terrorism and tourism THE political chaos in Islamabad is becoming worse by the day. The damage it causes to businesses can be gauged from... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am
Terrorism and tourism THE political chaos in Islamabad is becoming worse by the day. The damage it causes to businesses can be gauged from... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am
SILENT KILLER SILENT KILLER: After the tragic diagnosis of 30 human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cases at Nishtar Hospital in... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am
SILENT KILLER SILENT KILLER: After the tragic diagnosis of 30 human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cases at Nishtar Hospital in... Published 21 Dec, 2024 07:13am
Real estate as an investment tool OVER the last two decades, Pakistan has faced significant challenges due to a growing trend in land investments. ... Published 20 Dec, 2024 09:10am
Real estate as an investment tool OVER the last two decades, Pakistan has faced significant challenges due to a growing trend in land investments. ... Published 20 Dec, 2024 09:10am
Criminal ‘business’ THIS is with reference to the picture (Metro South, Nov 8) featuring a bridge on Shahrah-i-Pakistan near Sohrab Goth... Published 20 Dec, 2024 09:08am
Criminal ‘business’ THIS is with reference to the picture (Metro South, Nov 8) featuring a bridge on Shahrah-i-Pakistan near Sohrab Goth... Published 20 Dec, 2024 09:08am
Possessiveness FROM a child’s favourite toy to a shared secret between friends, possessiveness is not just about objects. It... Published 20 Dec, 2024 09:08am
Possessiveness FROM a child’s favourite toy to a shared secret between friends, possessiveness is not just about objects. It... Published 20 Dec, 2024 09:08am
Scars of negligence POTHOLES on major roads and streets across Karachi have become a daily nuis-ance for the commuters. These scars of... Published 20 Dec, 2024 09:07am
Scars of negligence POTHOLES on major roads and streets across Karachi have become a daily nuis-ance for the commuters. These scars of... Published 20 Dec, 2024 09:07am
ILLEGAL SHOPS ILLEGAL SHOPS: The dual-track road at Jauhar Chowrangi flyover leading to Jauhar Morr has been illegally encroached... Published 20 Dec, 2024 09:06am
ILLEGAL SHOPS ILLEGAL SHOPS: The dual-track road at Jauhar Chowrangi flyover leading to Jauhar Morr has been illegally encroached... Published 20 Dec, 2024 09:06am
PhDs are worse off than even labourers DESPITE mandatory posts for PhD scholars being ‘available’ in the higher educational institutions across the... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:40am
PhDs are worse off than even labourers DESPITE mandatory posts for PhD scholars being ‘available’ in the higher educational institutions across the... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:40am
A viable solution THIS is with reference to the letter ‘Criminologists needed’ (Nov 16). It is an established fact that countries... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:39am
A viable solution THIS is with reference to the letter ‘Criminologists needed’ (Nov 16). It is an established fact that countries... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:39am
Missing traffic signals ONE of the major reasons of traffic congestion in Karachi is malfunctioning or absent traffic signals in key areas ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:38am
Missing traffic signals ONE of the major reasons of traffic congestion in Karachi is malfunctioning or absent traffic signals in key areas ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:38am
Restoring our forests WITH forest cover constituting only about 2.5 per cent of the country’s total land area, Pakistan faces dire... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:37am
Restoring our forests WITH forest cover constituting only about 2.5 per cent of the country’s total land area, Pakistan faces dire... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:37am
Wildlife tourism AN American hunter recently paid a staggering Rs75 million to hunt a majestic markhor in the Pakistan’s northern... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:36am
Wildlife tourism AN American hunter recently paid a staggering Rs75 million to hunt a majestic markhor in the Pakistan’s northern... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:36am
APATHETIC ADMINISTRATION APATHETIC ADMINISTRATION: While travelling from Bannu to Zhob late last month, I was taken aback to see the road... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:35am
APATHETIC ADMINISTRATION APATHETIC ADMINISTRATION: While travelling from Bannu to Zhob late last month, I was taken aback to see the road... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:35am
The seminary row is unfortunate THE ongoing controversy regarding the Societies Registration (Amendment) Bill 2024 is rather meaningless. There... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
The seminary row is unfortunate THE ongoing controversy regarding the Societies Registration (Amendment) Bill 2024 is rather meaningless. There... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
Beyond the immediate THIS is regarding the ongoing controversy about the regulatory affairs of seminaries in the country. It is being... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
Beyond the immediate THIS is regarding the ongoing controversy about the regulatory affairs of seminaries in the country. It is being... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
Ill-advised decision THE recent decision by the government to raise a new force dedicated to control riots and deal with future protests... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
Ill-advised decision THE recent decision by the government to raise a new force dedicated to control riots and deal with future protests... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
Unhealthy gaming ONLINE gaming applications are getting increasingly popular in Pakistan, with people of all ages playing various... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
Unhealthy gaming ONLINE gaming applications are getting increasingly popular in Pakistan, with people of all ages playing various... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
Sepco indifference THERE are a number of educational institutions on Padidan Road in Naushahro Feroze that are connected to the rural... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
Sepco indifference THERE are a number of educational institutions on Padidan Road in Naushahro Feroze that are connected to the rural... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
PATHETIC HOSPITAL PATHETIC HOSPITAL: As part of a university visit, I recently had exposure to the Pakistan Railways Hospital in... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
PATHETIC HOSPITAL PATHETIC HOSPITAL: As part of a university visit, I recently had exposure to the Pakistan Railways Hospital in... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:26am
Fertiliser is out of farmers’ reach THE rates of di-ammonium phosphate (DAP) fertiliser have been reduced in the international market by 40 per cent.... Updated 17 Dec, 2024 07:01pm
Fertiliser is out of farmers’ reach THE rates of di-ammonium phosphate (DAP) fertiliser have been reduced in the international market by 40 per cent.... Updated 17 Dec, 2024 07:01pm
People’s welfare THE ruling party in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) recently skipped the multiparty conference that was arranged by the... Published 17 Dec, 2024 06:33am
People’s welfare THE ruling party in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) recently skipped the multiparty conference that was arranged by the... Published 17 Dec, 2024 06:33am
Inclusive policies THERE is an urgent need for equitable financial and employment inclusion for persons with disabilities (PwDs) in... Published 17 Dec, 2024 06:33am
Inclusive policies THERE is an urgent need for equitable financial and employment inclusion for persons with disabilities (PwDs) in... Published 17 Dec, 2024 06:33am
Dummy tribunal FOR over 15 years, the Insurance Tribunal in Sindh has operated without a chairman or regular members. This vacuum ... Published 17 Dec, 2024 06:33am
Dummy tribunal FOR over 15 years, the Insurance Tribunal in Sindh has operated without a chairman or regular members. This vacuum ... Published 17 Dec, 2024 06:33am
RAISING ENTREPRENEURS RAISING ENTREPRENEURS: Equipping children with basic business as well as financial skills from an early age can be... Published 17 Dec, 2024 06:33am
RAISING ENTREPRENEURS RAISING ENTREPRENEURS: Equipping children with basic business as well as financial skills from an early age can be... Published 17 Dec, 2024 06:33am
Shipbreaking faces crucial deadline GADANI, once among the world’s largest shipbreaking facilities, is facing the risk of becoming redundant. The... Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
Shipbreaking faces crucial deadline GADANI, once among the world’s largest shipbreaking facilities, is facing the risk of becoming redundant. The... Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
Filthy enclave THE state of cleanliness and maintenance in the Diplomatic Enclave in Islamabad is deteriorating fast. Despite being... Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
Filthy enclave THE state of cleanliness and maintenance in the Diplomatic Enclave in Islamabad is deteriorating fast. Despite being... Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
A dangerous ride I RECENTLY had a horrible experience with a ride-sharing service. After a hectic day, I booked a ride back home that... Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
A dangerous ride I RECENTLY had a horrible experience with a ride-sharing service. After a hectic day, I booked a ride back home that... Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
Good initiative ONE-third of the children in Pakistan suffer from stunted growth due to lack of nutrition. According to a report by... Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
Good initiative ONE-third of the children in Pakistan suffer from stunted growth due to lack of nutrition. According to a report by... Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
Reverse discrimination THIS is with reference to the article ‘On coercive control’ (Nov 27). While it is important to address women’s... Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
Reverse discrimination THIS is with reference to the article ‘On coercive control’ (Nov 27). While it is important to address women’s... Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
PEDESTRIAN CROSSING PEDESTRIAN CROSSING: The sudden disappearance of pedestrian crossings from major roads in Karachi has compr- Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
PEDESTRIAN CROSSING PEDESTRIAN CROSSING: The sudden disappearance of pedestrian crossings from major roads in Karachi has compr- Published 16 Dec, 2024 08:21am
Artificial versus natural intelligence NOWADAYS there is much talk about artificial intelligence. It is feared that most people will lose their jobs, and... Published 15 Dec, 2024 08:12am
Artificial versus natural intelligence NOWADAYS there is much talk about artificial intelligence. It is feared that most people will lose their jobs, and... Published 15 Dec, 2024 08:12am
