AI’s transformative impact
Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as one of the most transformative technologies of the 21st century, influencing nearly every aspect of human life. From healthcare to transportation, and from education…
From waste to wealth ( Part – I )
With its vast agricultural base and rapidly urbanising population, Pakistan generates over 650 million metric tons (MT) of agricultural waste and 23 million MT of municipal solid waste annually. Imagine…
Unpacking IT challenges
The Information Technology (IT) sector holds immense potential to transform businesses and create new job markets for entrepreneurs. IT encompasses a broad range of areas, including software development, hardware manufacturing,…
From steam engines to silicon chips
The economic and social development of nations since the 19th century has been influenced by technological advancements, political governance, education, global trade, and social movements. The Industrial Revolution of the…
The 2024 Karma Express
If irony had a face, it would be that of 2024. An election year – supposedly a celebration of democracy – has instead become the year of unparalleled political suppression…
Digital solution
PAKISTAN’S economic narrative has long been dominated by IMF programmes, balance-of-payments crises, and fiscal deficits. The latest IMF data, showing 23.4 per cent inflation and anaemic GDP growth of 2.4pc,…
Global power politics
In the global arena, power politics refers to the continuing competition among states for influence, economic might, and strategic supremacy, which essentially means pursuing national interests. A recent example of…
Invisible farmers
Women are the backbone of Pakistan’s agricultural sector, constituting a significant portion of the labour force. Despite their indispensable role, they face persistent challenges, including constrained ownership of resources, wage…
Innovation in education
Pakistan’s higher education system is at a critical juncture and needs immediate and bold reforms to align with the demands of the modern world. For too long have outdated practices…
The Duck Curve challenge
As the world embraces the era of energy transition, Pakistan stands at a critical juncture where adopting a Just Energy Transition mechanism is not just a choice but an imperative…
