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Misunderstood by masses

Will the dacoits of Sindh ever surrender? Sukkur: The story of dacoits in Sindhi is an old one. British researcher Richard Burton had stated that in...

EU dosti truck

Dr Riina takes lead in public diplomacy race Islamabad: “Karak Chai (strong tea)”, demands Dr Riina Kionka at a truck hotel, once again outshining her peers...

School becomes a luxury

Parents face significant difficulties due to inflation Quetta: As the new school year approaches, parents in Quetta are facing serious challenges as a result of inflation...

IJP construction delays

Residents face immense problems due to complete closure of the road Islamabad: The persistent delays in the completion of the mega reconstruction project of the Inter-Junction...

The ruling elite

Radical reforms needed to facilitate all citizens equally KARACHI: The economy of Pakistan is going through tragic paths but the elite class, despite meagre in ranking,...

Through the lens of art

Students showcased their artworks in a bid to highlight society’s issues Karachi: While using thought provoking artworks, young artists have highlighted various aspects of the society...

Tourism in the era of terrorism

Winter sees droves of tourists in the alpine regions of KP KARACHI: Despite the freezing temperature and threats of terrorism, a large number of people including...

Park rape case takes a dramatic turn

Victim’s lawyer alleges extrajudicial killing of the main suspects ISLAMABAD: The F-9 Park rape case took an unexpected turn when the victim’s lawyer claimed the two...

Crushing the common man

Purchasing power of the average Pakistani has declined by 33 per cent Karachi: Battered by the already worsening economic crunch, Muhammad Junaid is encountered with yet...

KPO terror attack

Citizens fear for their lives in the new wave of terrorism Karachi: Last week the residents of Karachi were left in a state of panic when...

Gone with the wind

Despite government’s efforts missing children issue still not resolved Karachi: Karachi, the largest city in Pakistan, has been grappling with the issue of missing children for...

Sukkur’s vehicle graveyard

Over a hundred urban maintenance vehicles turn to junk Sukkur: The warehouse of the Sukkur Municipal Corporation (SMC) gives the look of a topsy-turvy graveyard of...

Punishing pupils

Despite legislation, corporal punishment continues in public schools Lahore: Zafar Iqbal was at home when he received a frantic call from the peon of a nearby...

Pakistan’s rocky roads

Prof Zaman speaks on road safety, regulations Islamabad: Prof Dr Muhammad Zaman, the founding chairman of the Department of Sociology at Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU) Islamabad, was...

Once upon a time…

Reviving the old folklore storytelling Lahore: Stories around the globe have already been told, but not from every aspect. The same stands for the Punjab folklore...

Revitalising cultural events

Karachi Arts Council organises first-ever Pakistan Literature Festival Lahore: The first-ever three-day literary festival organised by the Art Council of Pakistan, Karachi (ACP) in Lahore, the...

Bold imprints

Mashkoor Raza is the only artist in the world to have celebrated a golden jubilee of solo exhibitions Karachi: One of the most celebrated artists in...

Together for peace

8th Multinational Maritime Exercise AMAN- 2023 KARACHI: The Pakistan Navy conducted the sea phase demonstrations on the last day of the eighth Multinational Maritime Exercise AMAN-23...

Flawed public transportation

Residents of Quetta face significant challenges as a result of a lack of local bus stops Quetta: Passengers on local buses are always at high risk,...

Is it worth the wait?

Long queues at govt hospitals amid economic crunch leave patients in distress Karachi: Patients at the government hospitals in Karachi are facing immense challenges to get...

European Commission aims to counter Islamophobia

Social integration of Muslims in EU remains a challenge Islamabad: Religion, particularly Islam, has been a contentious issue in Europe. Recent incidents of hate crimes against...

From Valentine to Belan-tine

Love is an abstract emotion, it is very difficult to logically explain this phenomenon Karachi: Valentine’s day is fast approaching and urban centers are busy promoting...

Hazardous conditions

Power supply infrastructure deterioration visible in Sindh Sukkur: One can observe rapid developments in the power sector around the world, whether in electricity generation or supply....

Energising the waste

LWMC has initiated a 100 MW waste-to-energy project Lahore: A waste will remain a waste unless it is tapped. The Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC), on...

LDA set to solve traffic issues

In 20 years, the project would earn Rs120 billion in toll revenue Lahore: Lahore Development Authority (LDA), oversees and issues permits for new building projects, housing...

Sadequain’s charisma

Looking back at the artist’s life on his 36th death anniversary Karachi: Sadequain’s charismatic artworks’ alluring quality will mesmerize the art world with their dramatic and...

Interim era of austerity

Caretaker CM prohibits the ‘extravagant’ use of public funds Lahore: In Pakistan, the austerity mantra always sells, and politicians frequently sell it to the public at...

Traditional architectural expression

Early 19th-century mosque spans over 12,100 sq yards Islamabad: Like the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore and the Mahabat Khan Mosque in Peshawar, the Markazi Jamia Masjid...

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