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By Amir Muhammad Khan In recent weeks, Pakistan has found itself navigating an increasingly treacherous regional landscape, with tensions mounting along its western and northwestern borders. The conflict between Israel and Iran, which might more accurately be described as a confrontation involving the United States, has once again illuminated Pakistan’s precarious position in the geopolitical triangle of South and West Asia. At the same time, instability in neighboring Afghanistan, which has long served as both a buffer and a source of concern for Pakistan, continues to challenge the country’s security and diplomatic strategies. Pakistan has long been a witness to…

By Mujeeb Rahman Qambrani MEHAR: Newly elected office-bearers of the Primary Teachers Association (PTA) Taluka Mehar took oath during a simple ceremony held at Syed Ali Asghar Shah School in Mehar in respect of the holy month of Ramadan. The leadership pledged to work collectively for the protection of teachers’ rights and to address issues faced by primary school educators in the region. The oath-taking ceremony was held for the unopposed office-bearers of the Primary Teachers Association (PTA) Taluka Mehar. The newly elected representatives included president Aijaz Ali Chandio, general secretary Abdul Samad Bughio, deputy general secretary Aijaz Mangi, senior…

By Wadood Mehsud SOUTH WAZIRISTAN: Allegations of mismanagement and political interference surfaced during the distribution of walnut saplings by the agriculture department in the Makeen area of Upper South Waziristan, drawing concern from local residents and community representatives. According to local sources, the agriculture department had arranged the distribution of around 20,000 walnut saplings among farmers and residents as part of an agricultural support initiative. However, the process reportedly became disorderly, with some residents alleging interference by political workers. Sources claimed that certain individuals attempted to present the saplings as being provided by a member of the provincial assembly, which…

By Ahsan Mughal KARACHI: Significant relief for Pakistan’s auto sector is expected in the upcoming federal budget, with reductions in taxes likely to make hybrid, electric, and fuel-powered vehicles more affordable. Officials say car prices could fall by as much as Rs2.5 million, signalling the gradual end of the dominance of large automobile companies. Speaking during an iftar dinner, Engineering Development Board CEO Hamad Mansoor said a fully electric “Made in Pakistan” vehicle is expected to enter the market by June this year, with prices potentially dropping below Rs1 million due to local manufacturing. Production of lithium batteries is set…

By S.M. Inam KARACHI: Ongoing tensions in the Middle East have led to a significant increase in international flights over Pakistan, with air traffic rising by about 15%. Officials report that more than 700 aircraft now cross Pakistan’s airspace daily, generating higher revenue for the Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA). The increase has boosted daily earnings to approximately $800,000, up around $150,000 from normal levels. The surge comes as airlines adjust routes due to the security situation in the Middle East, taking advantage of Pakistan’s open air corridors. Under typical conditions, around 550–600 flights pass through Pakistan each day. Despite the…

By Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal There are moments in the life of nations which, though brief in duration, cast shadows long enough to shape both present anxieties and future reckonings. History is not merely a chronicle of bygone days; it is a vigilant sentinel, reminding statesmen and peoples alike that decisions taken in hours of peril may determine the destiny of generations. One such moment arrived in the cold and uneasy February of 1987, when intelligence reports reached Islamabad that India, under the cover of its vast military exercises known as Operation Brasstacks, had positioned formidable forces near Pakistan’s borders. The…

The public thanks extended to Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran’s permanent representative at the United Nations, to Russia, Pakistan and China has stirred a familiar question in diplomatic circles: did Pakistan truly come to Iran’s aid, and if so, why does Tehran appear so keen to acknowledge it? The answer lies less in expressions of solidarity than in the evolving strategic realities of a region that has rarely remained static for long. In the complex political landscape of the Middle East, where alliances are fragile and rivalries deeply entrenched, Pakistan’s position has begun to carry a weight that many observers once…

By Mohammad Basir-Ul-Haq Sinha (Dhaka) For decades, the ruling families of the oil-rich Gulf have indulged in a deeply seductive illusion: that staggering wealth could translate directly into political influence in Washington. Billions have been poured into lobbying networks, iconic London properties have been acquired as symbols of status, and sovereign wealth funds have been carefully parked in Western equities—all under the assumption that financial clout guarantees political respect. The reality, however, has always been far harsher. Wealth buys attention, perhaps, but it does not buy leverage over the strategic imperatives that truly shape U.S. policy in the region. That…

By A Rehman Patel The doctor stood in his white coat. Modern machines were neatly arranged on the table, and the rows of letters on the wall stood like a silent examination before me. After completing the checkup, he smiled and said, “Haris, it’s remarkable… even at this age, your vision is perfectly 6/6.” I thanked him, yet a faint smile arose within my heart, because the person he had declared perfectly sighted was actually living in a world where everything is visible — and yet nothing is truly seen. He does not see old Kareem in his neighborhood, sitting…