A national dialogue for unity
Attaining national unity remains a distant dream in Pakistan. Politically speaking, the nation is deeply polarized – a situation that urgently needs to be rectified to ensure stability and progress.…
Opposition alliance but for what?
Pakistan has a troubled history with democracy, often oscillating between civilian rule and military interventions. Opposition alliances, usually formed under the banner of restoring democracy, have paradoxically played a role…
Economic agenda
The IMF and the World Bank have been pivotal in bailing out Pakistan, given the country's economic challenges and developmental needs in recent years. Historically, Pakistan has entered into 23…
Integral Sufism
NORMATIVE Sufism is a genuine Islamic phenomenon as the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) prophetic consciousness was founded upon very definite, vivid and powerful mystic experiences. From the inner unity of his…
Climate’s gendered toll
Gender inequality in Pakistan is worsening as a result of climate change. Relatively speaking, women are in more desperate situations because of the prevailing socio-economic, cultural, and legal disparities. In…
AI-led taxation
It was famously said by Benjamin Franklin, “In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes”. Perhaps Benjamin was unaware of the lagging efficient administration, shallow policy orchestrations, and…
Of unions and wordplay
HEADS of universities and the organisational units within are typically more educated than the general population. Today, many are well-travelled, either because they hold one or more foreign qualifications, attend…
AI for education
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping education globally, promising accessible, personalized and effective learning. Unesco is committed to supporting member states to harness the potential of AI for achieving the Education…
One hundred years of quantum wonders
The year 1925 marks a pivotal moment in science, heralding the birth of quantum mechanics – a field that delves into the fundamental behaviour of matter and energy. Werner Heisenberg’s…
Does the algorithm need a chaperone?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) rightfully occupies the spotlight in discussions on modern thought and thought processes. Such centre-stage treatment leads to a duplication of boilerplate information so I will try not…
