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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 S. M. Inam Indian media has made a striking admission in recent days: Pakistan is no longer simply a regional state; it is now viewed as a formidable rival. This recognition comes not just from military capability but from a broader perception of Pakistan’s growing influence on diplomatic, moral, and ideological fronts. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, custodian of the country’s nuclear arsenal, has emerged as a symbol of strategic balance in South Asia. For New Delhi, acknowledging Pakistan in this way is as much an admission of caution as it is a reflection of respect. Indian commentators have…

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…

By our correspondentKARACHI: A fire broke out suddenly at a tissue paper factory operating inside a residential house in organisational UC-18 and municipal UC-07 of Block D, North Nazimabad Town. Upon receiving information about the incident, MQM Pakistan’s Haq Parast member of the Sindh Assembly, Kiran Masood Baji, reached the site along with fire brigade vehicles from Mujahid Colony and proceeded to the second location of the incident. Due to the timely response of the fire brigade staff, all human lives present inside the factory were saved. During rescue operations, it was discovered that an illegal call centre was operating…

By Atiq Raja The Israel–Palestine conflict has endured longer than most of the institutions meant to resolve it. Decades of diplomacy, resolutions, peace conferences, and international envoys have produced little more than a cycle of hope and frustration. Every few years, a new initiative promises a “final solution,” only to see history repeat itself. In this context, the idea of a “Board of Peace or Power,” linked to Donald Trump’s unconventional diplomacy, has sparked intense debate. Some view it as a bold attempt to break a deadlock; others see it as a dangerous circumvention of international law. The debate goes…

By Uzma Ehtasham For decades, Pakistan has often been viewed in Indian discourse as little more than a neighboring state, a backdrop to New Delhi’s ambitions rather than a rival in its own right. Yet, recent commentary in Indian media suggests a subtle, if reluctant, acknowledgment: Pakistan is no longer merely a neighbor; it is a formidable contender. This recognition extends beyond the battlefield. It is strategic, diplomatic, and ideological. It reflects a growing unease in India over a country that can no longer be dismissed or contained by traditional posturing. Central to this perception is Field Marshal Syed Asim…