India’s gamesmanship
Through time, sports have remained a reflection of human values and ethics. Fairplay has remained the fundamental principle. Despite this, sports are prone to outright cheating or gamesmanship. The latter…
Politics and economy
Perhaps a better caption could have been politicians and economics but a fair sense of judgement prevailed. The subject is one of an incredible juxtaposition. The words apparently contrast each…
What actually constitutes leadership?
Authentic leadership. Inclusive leadership. Transformational leadership. These are the modern day leadership approaches that are being discussed, adapted and being tipped as the need of the hour. Leadership has always…
Importance of small businesses
Small businesses are often hailed as the backbone of any economy. They drive job creation, foster innovation, and ensure the stability of local economies. In both developed and emerging economies,…
Riphah University convocation held
The 19th convocation ceremony of Riphah International University (RIU) was held with great enthusiasm and grandeur at the Jinnah Convention Centre here, says a press release. The event’s chief guest was…
public sector insurers
Takaful, an Islamic insurance model rooted in the principles of mutual help, offers a compelling global alternative. However, its potential remains largely untapped in Pakistan, a nation with a robust…
The end or a new dawn?
Ever since Francis Fukuyama proclaimed the triumph of liberalism following the collapse of the Soviet Union – the so-called ‘red peril’ – many around the world celebrated liberalism as the…
Bridging disciplines for holistic growth
In the continuous and ever-evolving quest to comprehend the intricacies of life and the depths of knowledge, individuals frequently rely on diverse viewpoints as a lens to examine and explore…
Is it really ‘none of your business’?
‘Mind your own business’. ‘What is personal is not professional’. ‘Do not mix business with pleasure’. These are some of the wise comments that we have heard over a period…
When business starts politicking
“I want to leave, it is getting too political”. “I cannot breathe, it is choking”. “Nothing I say gets across to the right quarters”. “They know how to butter up,…
