Anemic Agricultural Growth
But agriculture—the backbone of Pakistan’s economy and the mainstay of rural livelihoods—barely grew at all, recording a paltry 0.56% increase.
Don’t Bank on it
There is such all-around uncertainty in the air that even money under the pillow cannot be considered yours because any fairy could claim it.
A Wakeup Call
If someone uses your face in a deepfake, even for scams, politics, or porn, you will have full legal power to take it down in Denmark.
Silent Theft
A slow, corrosive theft of citizens’ wealth. Rs100,000 in 2014 now holds less than Rs30,000 of real purchasing power.
City of Lights
For those of us who call this magnificent coastal metropolis home, Karachi will always be Roshnion ka Sheher – not just for the electricity that powers our lights, but for the undimmed spirit of its people that truly makes this city shine.
Why Global Giants Pulling Out
While Microsoft stated the move was part of a broader global restructuring towards artificial intelligence and regional consolidation, the local business community viewed the decision as a reflection of Pakistan’s deteriorating appeal for international firms.
The Spirit of Inclusion: Q&A with Iqbal Latif
When the spirit of inclusion died, the culture of enquiry within Islamic civilization waned.
The Soul of a Nation
Each of us is a custodian of the national soul. Through our choices, our conversations, and our communities, we shape the future. That work does not begin someday. It begins here, and it begins now.
Why Doesn’t Credit Flow?
And now, quietly but credibly, Pakistan has its own such institution: a dedicated credit guarantee company with a long-term AAA rating from PACRA, one of fewer than a dozen financial institutions in the country to receive this distinction.
Power Sector Reforms or Policy Whiplash?
Whether this is method or madness will become clearer in the next 12 to 24 months. But one thing is certain: the stakes are rising along with the electricity bills, and Pakistan cannot afford to get this transition wrong.