Spending on people
The core function of a democratic government is to generate revenue through taxation and utilise it judiciously for the welfare of its citizens, ensuring access to education, health, employment and…
No way to die
Fame. Money. Stardom. Fandom. Limelight. Trolling. Shaming. Naming. Judging. Loneliness. Darkness. This is the yin and yang of being a celebrity. Fame is wonderful. It is very popular. It is…
Pakistan’s tourism blindspot
In the grand theatre of global travel, Pakistan is a well-scripted yet poorly directed character, rich in cultural depth and natural beauty, but rarely making it to the centre stage.…
Judicial oversight
PAKISTAN has adopted several climate policies, including the National Climate Change Policy (2021) and its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement. However, implementation has been slow and fragmented,…
Lives in limbo
‘PROBLEMS of success’ may sound like an oxymoron, but individuals and societies must define success and understand its implications. Two seemingly unrelated events going viral on social media offer an…
Decline and decay of moral values
“Cum finis est licitus, etiam media sunt lictia” is the Latin for “the end justifies the means”. No. It doesn’t and must not be sanctioned with acceptance. If the end…
Budget 2025-26: takes two to tango
Budget 2025–26 signals fiscal restraint and modest climate intent but remains, at its core, an act of improvisation rather than coordinated choreography. Touted as contractionary, the budget sets ambitious targets:…
Environmental justice
Environmental justice refers to the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status, in the development, implementation, andenforcement of environmental laws and policies.…
Wait for it
EID-ul-Azha is a re-enactment of the moment when Abraham surrendered to God’s command and prepared to sacrifice his beloved son Ismail. Over time, the other lineal descendants of Abraham —…
Seeds, silos and sovereignty
In an era characterised by climate instability, conflict and disruptions in global supply chains, food security has emerged as a critical concern for vulnerable economies. A recent joint report by…
