The genius of Shah Latif
Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai whose 270th anniversary (Urs) will be observed tomorrow (on September 11) is known as the great Sufi poet of Sindh. His poetry is recited and played…
Future directions
As the floods sweep across much of Pakistan, they have highlighted the need for proper water management. It was in the 60s when President Ayub Khan built the Warsak, Mangla…
Diversity, inclusion and the youngDr Naazir Mahmood
The Pakistan Institute of Peace Studies (PIPS) has been working for the promotion of diversity and inclusion in society. Its recent consultation titled ‘Promoting narratives of diversity, inclusion, and peace…
RIU 900 Students Graduated
As many as 900 students graduated at the 16th Convocation of Riphah International held at Jinnah Convention Centre, Islamabad on Sunday. On the second day of the event students from…
China struggles for options as Covid threatens economic goals
China’s policymakers are struggling to find ways to ward off an economic slowdown that threatens job losses in a politically sensitive year, as Covid-19 lockdowns disrupt supply chains and jolt…
900 Students graduate from RIU
As many as 900 students graduated at the 16th Convocation of Riphah International held at Jinnah Convention Centre, Islamabad on Sunday. On the second day of the event students from…
Research woes
IN the scientific and academic community, research serves as a dialogue. Its aim is to share and advance knowledge among scholars or those studying a discipline after careful examination of…
Education reforms
Chief Minister of Punjab Usman Buzdar has announced setting up 12 new universities in different districts of Punjab. This decision is being taken to ensure that universities are located geographically…
Politics of decentralisation
A good thing about social science research is that one can have strong opinions about certain social realities and structures until new research comes up and makes people rethink their…
Attacking Musalmans
Ever since the Muslim armies once came within 125 miles of Paris, and twice reached the gates of Vienna, and ruled Spain (711-1492), Islam is perceived in the western world…
