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Bullying Tactics
The United States’ latest policy decisions—threatening Pakistan and other countries with a travel ban and expelling South Africa’s ambassador—are yet another example of its increasingly transparent bullying tactics. For decades, Washington has wielded economic leverage and diplomatic… Continue Reading
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Growth Corridor
The commitment of both Pakistan and China to the timely completion of the Karakoram Highway (KKH) and ML-1 railway project underscores the importance of sustained, strategic infrastructure development. Continue Reading
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The Jaffar Express
It was not a hijacking episode but an ambush staged by the Baluch militants to drown the Jaffar Express in blood on 11 March. The incident was the next in the series of ambuscading buses and setting them alight. The message aired was crystal clear: the lingering discontent in Balochistan was… Continue Reading
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Accelerate Action
These initiatives, indeed, deserve appreciation from almost everyone. However, I believe that much more work remains to be done to eradicate gender-based violence in Punjab. According to the SSDO 2024 report on GBV, 1,167 cases of domestic violence, 20,720 cases of abduction/kidnapping, 4,641… Continue Reading
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The Neglect of Animals and Plants
I am Noor Fatima, writing to draw the attention of the government and concerned authorities, through your esteemed newspaper, to the growing neglect of animals and plants in our society, particularly in F.B. Area Block 15, Karachi. As society advances, the natural world is being pushed into the… Continue Reading
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Islamabad-Gwadar Road
The Islamabad-Gwadar road is crucial for the people of both cities, as well as for connecting Balochistan to the rest of the country. This route supports traders in transporting goods such as onions, cotton, watermelons, dates, apples, grapes, pomegranates, cherries, peaches, and apricots from… Continue Reading
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Market Behaviour
Market behaviour has become a serious issue, often leading to conflicts between customers and shopkeepers. Many shopkeepers overcharge and respond harshly when asked for fair pricing, undermining consumer rights. Recently, I personally experienced this issue when I requested a minor discount on… Continue Reading
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Drought: The Silent Victim
Climate change, driven by low rainfall and melting glaciers, has exacerbated drought conditions in Pakistan. Continue Reading