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India’s killer cough syrup
India cannot claim the title Pharmacy of the World while children die from poisoned cough syrup. Pride means nothing without transparent regulation, lot-by-lot testing, and accountability from factory floor to cabinet table.
Hospitality is not a carte blanche
For fifty years Pakistan sheltered millions of Afghans while richer capitals sermonised from afar. If promises are paused in the West, do not scold the neighbour for enforcing its borders; honour your pledges and share the burden.
The PTI’s “Saudi conspiracy” is just another chapter in political desperation
Claims made by Imran Khan's wife that Saudi Arabia conspired to topple Imran Khan’s government border on the ridiculous, painting the Kingdom—Pakistan’s most enduring ally—as an antagonist in the PTI’s melodrama.
کیا ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ کی وائٹ ہاؤس میں واپسی عمران خان کی رہائی کا سبب بن سکتی ہے؟
ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ کی وائٹ ہاؤس میں واپسی سے جیل میں قید عمران خان کے حامیوں میں امید کی نئی لہر دوڑ گئی ہے مگر پاکستانی سیاست کے پیچیدہ معاملات، فوجی قیادت اور بیرونی مداخلت کے خلاف مُلک میں موجود حساسیت مضبوط رکاوٹیں ہیں۔
Does a Trump comeback mean a free Imran?
Trump’s return stirs hope for Imran Khan’s supporters, but entrenched political dynamics and Pakistan’s judiciary make intervention complex and unlikely.
The case for a Harris presidency: The Thursday Times’ view
Kamala Harris brings a progressive vision for economic, social, and environmental reform, aiming to break barriers and unite a fractured nation. Yet, her challenges remain complex and deeply rooted.
The case for a Trump presidency: The Thursday Times’ view
Trump’s presidency was a whirlwind of economic success and bold foreign policy, shadowed by deep national division and enduring controversies. His impact remains hotly debated as he seeks a return to power.
Third time’s the charm
Third time’s the charm, as they say—and Nawaz Sharif seems determined to prove it. After making bold moves for peace with India in 1999 and again in 2015, he's setting the stage for another attempt in 2025. His optimism is hard to ignore, but will his latest push for dialogue finally break the cycle of rivalry?
پاکستان کی عالمی افق پر واپسی
ایڈیٹوریل؛ شنگھائی تعاون تنظیم کانفرنس پاکستان کو عالمی افق پر نمایاں کر رہی ہے۔ اسلام آباد میں ہونے والا اجلاس پاکستان کیلئے خطہ میں اثر و رسوخ بڑھانے کا ایک بڑا موقع پے، یہ محض ایک سربراہی اجلاس نہیں بلکہ عالمی سطح پر پاکستان کی اواز ابھرنے کی علامت ہے۔
Pakistan, back on the world stage
Pakistan is making a bold comeback on the world stage with the 2024 SCO Summit in Islamabad, turning challenges into opportunities for regional influence and economic renewal. This is more than a summit—it’s Pakistan reclaiming its voice in global affairs.
فلسطین پر آل پارٹیز کانفرنس غیر اہم، عمران خان کیلئے سیاست مقدم
عمران خان کی پارٹی نے فلسطین پر آل پارٹیز کانفرنس کا بائیکاٹ کیا، کیا لیڈر سیاسی مفادات کیلئے اس قدر اہم سفارتی معاملہ بھی نظر انداز کر سکتا ہے؟ کچھ لوگ کہتے ہیں کہ عمران خان اسرائیل کے ساتھ سیاسی شطرنج کی اگلی چال تیار کر رہے ہیں۔ کیا فلسطین کی حمایت صرف اس وقت اہمیت رکھتی ہے جب عمران خان تخت پر ہوں؟
PTI’s bold move: skipping Palestine talks to focus on… themselves
Imran Khan’s PTI skipping the APC on Palestine while he's in jail? Sure, because nothing screams “leadership” like ghosting a major diplomatic issue. Maybe he’s too busy plotting his next chess move with Israel, as some suggest. Clearly, supporting Palestine only matters when he’s the star of the show.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump head to head with 100 days left
With only 100 days left until the 2024 US presidential election, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are in a close race; Harris is focused on progressive issues, while Trump campaigns on economic nationalism.
It is time to either revamp, or abolish, Pakistan’s draconian blasphemy laws
Pakistan's draconian blasphemy laws have caused more harm than good. They have fostered a culture of mob violence and lynchings, embedding religious extremism into society. The misuse of these laws to serve personal vendettas undermines our justice system and fuels ignorance. It is imperative to reform or abolish these laws to protect human rights and promote societal harmony.
