AnalysisUNDER THE KNIFE
Delving deep into today’s most pressing issues, Under the Knife from The Thursday Times brings sharp, in-depth analysis to complex stories that shape our world. Each feature cuts through the noise to uncover the hidden layers and broader impacts, offering readers a closer, more insightful look at the forces driving change.
پاکستان کے سفارتی معجزے، کامیاب خارجہ پالیسی نے خطے کا توازن بدل دیا، امریکی جریدہ فارن پالیسی
پاکستان کی 2025 میں سفارتی معجزات کی بدولت خارجہ محاذ پر پاکستان کی غیر معمولی کامیابیاں۔ سعودی عرب کے ساتھ اسٹریٹجک دفاعی معاہدہ، امریکہ سے تعلقات کی بحالی، ایران اور ترکی کے ساتھ اقتصادی تعاون، اور چین کے ساتھ تعلقات کا فروغ اس حقیقت کا ثبوت ہیں کہ پاکستان کی کامیاب خارجہ پالیسی نے خطے کا توازن بدل دیا ہے۔
پاکستان نے ماہرانہ سفارت کاری سے دنیا کو دکھا دیا ٹرمپ جیسے طاقتور رہنما سے کیسے ڈیل کیا جاتا ہے، سی این این
وزیراعظم شہباز شریف کی قیادت میں پاکستان نے سفارتی مہارت سے ثابت کیا کہ ٹرمپ جیسے طاقتور رہنما سے کیسے مؤثر انداز میں ڈیل کی جاتی ہے۔ غزہ جنگ بندی کے بعد ٹرمپ نے فیلڈ مارشل عاصم منیر کو اپنا “پسندیدہ فیلڈ مارشل” قرار دیا، جبکہ واشنگٹن اسلام آباد کو خطے میں اہم شراکت دار کے طور پر دیکھ رہا ہے۔
A Kennedy returns to take the health mantle in Trump’s cabinet
Could RFK Jr’s entry into Trump’s cabinet signal a seismic shift in health and environmental policy? His controversial stance on vaccines and agriculture could redefine America’s approach in unprecedented ways.
Wall Street and crypto traders ride high on Trump-fuelled boom
Trump’s election sparks a historic Wall Street and crypto rally, with banks, small-cap stocks, digital assets, and energy firms gaining from expected deregulation and pro-business policies.
How Trump stumped two female rivals on his path to the presidency
Donald Trump’s twin victories over Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris reveal a changing American political landscape shaped by voter dissatisfaction, gender biases, and Trump’s unique media-savvy approach.
Trump’s powerful return revives populist nationalism in US politics
Trump’s White House return reshapes the US political landscape, strengthening a populist, nationalist coalition with assertive policies on trade, alliances, and immigration.
Where did it all go wrong for Kamala Harris?
Kamala Harris’s campaign unravelled as critical voter blocs drifted away, economic anxieties took centre stage, and strategic missteps left her struggling to connect with a divided electorate. Amidst disinformation and internal tensions, her historic bid faltered, revealing deep fractures within the Democratic base.
Who will win the US election? Harris and Trump in tight battle, key swing states to decide
Polls and forecasts suggest a tight race as Harris and Trump fight for swing state dominance, with predictions split on who will win. Swing states, Pennsylvania especially, hold the key to a historic election.
What would a new ‘Air Punjab’ look like?
Punjab plans to acquire PIA and rebrand as 'Air Punjab', aiming for better connectivity and economic boost with a focus on global direct flights to New York, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and London from all major Pakistani airports.
Trump’s warnings of national decline clash with Harris’ calls for unification in final sprint
Trump and Harris have wrapped up their campaigns in Pennsylvania with contrasting messages: Harris champions hope and unity, while Trump holds firm on fearing a national decline. The race hinges on high turnout in key areas.
Bill Clinton’s CNN interview: Reflections on democracy, trade regrets, and Kamala’s vision
Bill Clinton reflects on American democracy’s fragile state in a rare sit-down with CNN, detailing Kamala Harris’ potential presidency, and his lingering regrets over trade and peace deals.
How PIA went from global glory to financial ruin
Once a symbol of luxury with direct flights to global hubs and designer uniforms by Pierre Cardin, PIA showcased Pakistan’s prestige. Today, it struggles as a debt-ridden liability—how did it fall so far?
How Punjab is leading the charge against Pakistan’s breast cancer crisis
The Punjab Government is tackling an influx crisis of breast cancer through a data-led, women-focused approach, blending free treatment facilities with education and outreach to improve early detection and reduce mortality in vulnerable communities.
پاکستان کی چاول کی برآمدات میں تیزی، 5 ارب ڈالر کا ہدف مقرر
پاکستان کی چاول کی برآمدات میں نمایاں اضافہ، اس سال 3.88 ارب ڈالر کا ریکارڈ ہدف حاصل۔ اعلیٰ معیار کے باسمتی چاول اور عالمی تجارتی تبدیلیوں کی بدولت پاکستان عالمی سطح پر 5 ارب ڈالر کے ہدف کے لیے پُرعزم۔
