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By S.M. Inam Pakistan’s economy is navigating an unusually fragile period, one in which internal weaknesses intersect with global pressures, regional tensions and a rapidly shifting financial order. Over recent years, governments have taken hard measures in the name of stabilization, but temporary fixes alone cannot place the economy on a sustainable path. What is needed now is a candid reckoning with structural challenges, paired with reforms that endure beyond political cycles. Without this, growth will remain elusive, and vulnerability will persist. The most pressing challenge is economic instability, particularly the widening fiscal deficit. The persistent gap between state revenues…

By Atiq Raja Life often places us at crossroads where choices are rarely simple or comfortable. At such moments, two forces quietly shape our destiny: the pain of discipline and the pain of regret. Both are unavoidable, yet they differ profoundly in their nature, duration, and consequences. Understanding these distinctions can guide us toward a life of fulfillment rather than one overshadowed by remorse. The pain of discipline is immediate but fleeting. It is the discomfort we feel when doing what needs to be done even when we do not feel like it. Rising early to pursue a goal, adhering…

By Abdul Rehman Patel The world is no longer drifting through a temporary crisis. It is settling into a quieter but far more decisive phase of global change. Power is being rearranged, not announced with dramatic declarations but signaled through seemingly disconnected events. Strategic interest in Greenland, the slow collapse of Venezuela under the burden of its own natural wealth, renewed competition for influence across Africa, and shifting alliances in Asia all point in one direction. The old order is loosening, and a new one is taking shape. In this changing environment, Pakistan’s growing visibility is not accidental. Over the…

By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Food Safety and Halal Food Authority (KPFS&HFA) conducted major enforcement operations in Peshawar against businesses producing and selling counterfeit, substandard and hazardous food items. The raids resulted in the seizure of a large quantity of fake cold drinks and dry yeast. According to a spokesperson for the Food Authority, teams acting on confidential information carried out operations on Phandu Road and in the Peshawar Industrial Zone under the direct supervision of Deputy Director Peshawar Division, Zeeshan Mehsud. During the Phandu Road operation, approximately 2,000 litres of counterfeit cold drinks were recovered from…

By Rai Tajammal Bhatti FAISALABAD: The regional police officer of Faisalabad, Sohail Akhtar Sukhera, visited the Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry, where he was received by the chamber’s president, Farooq Yousaf Sheikh, secretary Sabir Ayub, executive members and other office-bearers. The president of the District Bar Association Faisalabad, Mian Tariq Mahmood, secretary Kaleemullah Gul, former FCCI president Mian Muhammad Idrees and a large number of chamber members were also present on the occasion. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on the overall security situation of the city, the maintenance of law and order, and measures for crime prevention.…

By Atiq Raja “I hope you make it.” It is a phrase of barely five words, yet it carries the weight of a lifetime. It is not loud like applause, nor sharp like advice. It is soft, human, and unfinished—just like hope itself. In its simplicity lies its power: an acknowledgment of struggle, an offering of belief, a quiet nod to the journey rather than the destination. When someone says, “I hope you make it,” they are not promising success. They are not guaranteeing safety or victory. They are acknowledging uncertainty. They are saying: the road ahead is hard, the…

By Zardad Wazir The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) is navigating one of the most arduous chapters in its history. The tragic events that have befallen the party over the past year are a cause for national concern. They reflect not only the challenges of a single organization but the fragility of political life itself in a climate of recurring violence. The repeated targeting of religious and political leadership is a disturbing trend that cannot be ignored. The martyrdom of former District Amir Maulana Mirza Jan Wazir at the hands of unknown assailants robbed the party of an experienced and visionary leader.…

By Uzma Ehtasham In a landmark decision, Pakistan’s joint session of Parliament has approved three bills that had previously been returned by the President, most notably the Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection) Bill 2025. Both the National Assembly and the Senate had already passed these measures, but the President had expressed reservations before sending them back for reconsideration. The parliamentary approval marks a decisive step in formalizing legal protections against domestic abuse, yet it also raises important questions about legislative process and social readiness. The Domestic Violence Bill seeks to criminalize a wide range of abusive behaviors, extending beyond physical…

As the world watches the unfolding efforts to stabilize Gaza, India finds itself in a delicate and highly scrutinized position. According to reports in the British media, US President Donald Trump, in his latest attempt at global diplomacy, has invited India to participate in the newly formed Board of Peace. The initiative, established to oversee reconstruction in Gaza and enforce a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, aims to provide a mechanism for international supervision during a transitional administration. Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates have already joined the board, and 59 nations have signed its charter. At…