A painful saga
It is becoming increasingly difficult to write about Pakistan because so vast is the extent of challenges it faces and so grave their intensity that one is lost in the…
Pakistan, we have a problem
Imagine a situation where texts do not have to go through any kind of scrutiny and where all sorts of conspiracy theories can reach people within minutes. We have, unfortunately,…
Whither Pakistan?
The din of our fledgling democracy has crossed the limits allowed by reason and decency, but there is no sign of de-escalation in the persistent verbal violence. The PDM’s coalition…
Dissecting corruption
The world recently observed International Anti-Corruption Day (December 9). It is time to contextualize the corruption debate in Pakistan. Corruption is not only a legal crime but also a moral…
Pakistan 2022: a rewind
December is usually known for joyous celebrations as the world awaits a new year with new hope and resolutions. As everyone gears up for 2023, it is also a moment…
An unforgettable tour
After completing my five-day tour to Australia, I have now landed in Karachi. In my 50 years of life, I have visited numerous countries across the world, including the US,…
Financial empire
Hundreds of thousands of words have been written about the rise of the United States’ industrial and financial empire. These descriptions include everything from journal and magazine articles to textbooks…
How to challenge a dogma – Part I
A few weeks ago, former finance minister Dr Miftah Ismail created a small political and social storm in the country by speaking out about the elite of the country, claiming…
The change of command
The time for the change of command at the GHQ has arrived. When this piece appears, it may already have taken place and the nation may finally know the name…
Whatever happened to ethics?
While the question of corruption is one that continues to stalk the country today, the Toshakhana affair and the alleged sale of a watch taken from the state gift repository…
