Zohran Mamdani’s primary victory in New York City has emerged as a defining political moment. New York, as the cultural and economic heartbeat of one of the most influential states
In South Asia’s turbulent political landscape, two nations faced defining moments in the span of a year — but their people responded in strikingly different ways to those events. In
As Pakistan enters yet another IMF-backed rescue, the nation finds itself under the technocratic thumb of a soft dictator. No tanks, no martial law, but spreadsheets, conditionality, and stringent reform
How much can people write? How much can they read? How much can they see? And, how much can they exercise patience before going insane? Isn’t the present world order
Something is intriguing about browsing through the carefully curated collection of a fashion brand. You come across pieces that invoke a sense of cultural pride and prestige—expensive, delicate clothes adorned
when i think of fathers, i think of the ways absence rearranges a room. in my friend’s hallway, there’s a photo— his father before the war, smiling like someone
Stop all the clocks, cut off the telephone, Prevent the dog from barking with a juicy bone, Silence the pianos and with muffled drum Bring out the coffin, let the
“The powers that be are ordained by God.” (Holy Bible, Romans 13:1) Social media today feels like an open battlefield. Recently, a man posted a video full of curses directed
The term “hybrid regime,” which was used in academia and media analysis to refer to the military-backed civil governments in Pakistan, has now entered the mainstream political discourse. The current
In Pakistan, we respond to every visible emergency—floods, inflation, violence, and power outages. But the most urgent crisis we’re facing today is an invisible one. It’s happening in classrooms, kitchens,
A Crime Without a Name In Pakistan, a man can rape his wife — and the law will not recognise it as a crime. While the country has made progress
The not-so-cute bond between Karachi and the Sun It’s 8 a.m., and the sun has sat high and heavy above Karachi’s sky like a punishment. The rooms feel like an
How do masked men, running on nothing but adrenaline, hold such strong morals? I vividly remember Friday nights, when the soft flicker of the lamp would cascade through the room
When you’re born with a silver spoon, it comes with some exotic soups you get to taste. Power, privilege, and prestige are just the low-tier ones. The true delicacy is
Ten copies of Fifty Shades of Grey. Five copies of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck. And several dozen copies of the latest fantasy release are almost always
In most houses in urban Pakistan today, under one roof live two different worlds, two different opinions, and two different perspectives. This difference is not just because of age. It
The art of losing isn’t hard to master; so many things seem filled with the intent to be lost that their loss is no disaster. Lose something every day.
Pakistani media: the shows are blaring on everyone’s televisions and capturing audiences in the millions. Melodramatic heroines, charming heroes, and endless banter. However, throughout the dramas that this industry pumps
Where Does It Hurt? Everywhere: In Warsan Shire’s poem, “What They Did Yesterday Afternoon,” an insight has been given into the globalised and universal phenomenon of suffering: how humans are
I’ve been told most writers have narcissistic tendencies. So, this piece is not about women. It’s not about women. It’s purely about my mothers’. My woman, and most of all,
Renting a house as a single woman is not just difficult — it’s nearly impossible, thanks to the deeply embedded cultural biases. For centuries, society has stereotyped women as submissive,
A casual stroll down the lane in the bustling markets of Lahore at night reveals one sombre fact: they are all dominated by men—more specifically, upper-middle-class men. These nightscapes serve
On some nights, when I wish to relax after a long day, I create a special moment for myself. I wear my night suit, make myself a hot beverage—tea or
Asma Jahangir co-founded Pakistan’s first women-led law firm in 1980 and built the country’s most fearless legal aid network. She fought cases others wouldn’t touch—defending rape victims, bonded labourers, blasphemy
Meaning: The burden of proof lies on the one who asserts, not the one who denies. Explanation: A person is presumed innocent unless the prosecution proves guilt beyond reasonable doubt.
Provision: Strengthening Bonds with the Muslim World and Promoting International Peace The State shall strive to: Preserve and strengthen fraternal relations among Muslim countries. Promote international peace and security. Foster
The plum you’re going to eat next summer doesn’t exist yet; its potential lives inside a tree you’ll never see in an orchard you’ll never see, will be touched by
وطن کو کچھ نہیں خطرہ نظام زر ہے خطرے میں حقیقت میں جو رہزن ہے وہی رہبر ہے خطرے میں جو بیٹھا ہے صف ماتم بچھائے مرگ ظلمت پر وہ
Gaza’s Waters, Europe’s Conscience: Inside the Freedom Flotilla That Never Docked The Madleen was a white sailboat floating silently across the Mediterranean, carrying banners of peace, boxes of rice, baby
In recent years, there has been a rise in modest fashion, a style which was once seen as ‘niche’ and is now on Milan’s runways and Instagram feeds. Major brands
Imagine a world where everyone could speak flawless English — a world without language barriers, misunderstandings, or missed opportunities. Unfortunately, that is not a reality — in fact, quite the
Poetry is an exaggerated reflection of reality; when reality is bleak, poetry is bound to exude despondency. The rise of the sadboy shayar on social media is not an isolated
I’ve been thinking about the way, when you walk down a crowded aisle, people pull in their legs to let you by. Or how strangers still say “bless you” when
In an age of political division and social turmoil, few words are as overused—and misunderstood—as empathy. From presidential speeches to Instagram captions, “empathy” has been positioned as a moral compass,
مرے غنیم نے مجھ کو پیام بھیجا ہے کہ حلقہ زن ہیں مرے گرد لشکری اس کے فصیل شہر کے ہر برج ہر منارے پر کماں بہ دست ستادہ ہیں
Provision: Participation of People in Armed Forces The State shall enable people from all parts of Pakistan to participate in the Armed Forces of the country. Meaning: Article 39 ensures
We have all heard of the two-nation theory — where two peoples are divided by belief, identity, and fate. But have you ever seen the same people — from the
Meaning: Let your will be done. Explanation: This principle upholds the importance of respecting a person’s wishes, especially in contracts or last wills. Example: A validly written and witnessed will
Every day, we wake up to examples of countless ways a young girl is quietly kept from embracing her true self and draping herself in the colours of her identity.
Millions across the globe use TikTok. In Pakistan, many consider it an app that appeals more to the masses, offering them easy access to fame and income and allowing them
Meaning: No one can give what they do not have. Explanation: A person cannot transfer a better title to property than they themselves possess. Example: If someone sells stolen goods,
Provision: Promotion of Social and Economic Well-being of the People The State shall: Secure the well-being of the people, irrespective of sex, caste, creed, or race. Provide basic necessities of
The sulfur dawn hasn’t cracked the sky yet, but my knuckles are already bleeding into the grit. This glue-vat steams poison, and my lungs feel like wet paper tearing. I’m
چند روز اور مری جان فقط چند ہی روز ظلم کی چھاؤں میں دم لینے پہ مجبور ہیں ہم اور کچھ دیر ستم سہہ لیں تڑپ لیں رو لیں اپنے
In the after of the painting’s scene sun slices, shoots through the room—but the now-painting remains dark. In the days after, hundreds will tour the bloodshot house, I mean it
Pakistani Fashion Sweethearts: Everybody loves a good discount, especially when it is offered by big brands like Khaadi, Sapphire, or Nishat Linen, which can safely be called the Pakistani nation’s
Everyone wants to be the one who “breaks generational trauma”. But what happens when that idea becomes self-centred, individualised, and inattentive to community survival strategies? This is a cultural-theoretical critique
It hangs in the air, etched on every wall. It’s not just poverty. Not just corruption. It’s exploitation—the mother of all evils. That is still denying Africa its due rights
For decades, Western superpowers such as the USA, Canada, etc., have all been world leaders in hosting international students for educational programmes. Ivy League dreams, sororities, and EU-funded fellowships promised
“Girls support girls, but oh wait, I just got promoted, and I only support success, so I don’t know… You do you, maybe?” One day you’re discussing the plight of
As summer vacations begin, many individuals start planning their trips—often to international destinations—without appreciating the beauty of Pakistan. Rural areas are often seen as polluted and filled with litter (especially
Meaning: Let the buyer beware. Explanation: Buyers must take responsibility for checking the quality and suitability of goods before purchase. Example: If you buy a used car without inspecting it
Provision: Promotion of Social Justice and Eradication of Social Evils The State shall: Promote social justice and ensure the welfare of the people. Eradicate social evils such as the dowry
More than the fuchsia funnels breaking out of the crabapple tree, more than the neighbor’s almost obscene display of cherry limbs shoving their cotton candy-colored blossoms to the slate sky
یہ ہم گنہ گار عورتیں ہیں جو اہل جبہ کی تمکنت سے نہ رعب کھائیں نہ جان بیچیں نہ سر جھکائیں نہ ہاتھ جوڑیں یہ ہم گنہ گار عورتیں ہیں
London has always been good at playing pretend. A queen who reigned over half the world but paid rent on her crown. A city that held revolutions over tea and
It’s a story we have witnessed before; just the characters are changing. Once, it was the USA protecting the world from weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. Then it was
A Systemic Collapse, Not an Isolated Failure Ask anyone in Pakistan why the country’s education system continues to collapse, and you’ll hear between the lines of a familiar sentiment —
The first casualty of modern-day living is sleep; it comes right at the top of the list of things to sacrifice. Work, preparations for exams, binge-watching a series, and scrolling
You’re somewhere around 13 — you can feel it: the pressure. The subtle hints from your relatives, the constant nagging from your mother, the hollow stares from your father when
Rilke, an Austrian poet, is said to have been walking along a cliff near the Duino Castle when he heard a voice in the wind saying, “Who, if I cried
Pakistan’s ability to enrich uranium up to U-4 is both a scientific milestone and a national asset. It is the fruit of tireless efforts by scientists like Dr Abdul Qadeer
My therapist asked if I still believe in love. I said nothing. But that night, I wrote crooked poems in the margins of bills, smelling of burnt cumin and unspoken
Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. I’m not cute or built to suit a fashion model’s size But when I start to tell them, They think I’m telling lies.
یہ ضابطہ ہے کہ باطل کو مت کہوں باطل یہ ضابطہ ہے کہ گرداب کو کہوں ساحل یہ ضابطہ ہے بنوں دست و بازوئے قاتل یہ ضابطہ ہے دھڑکنا بھی
Meaning: To a willing person, no injury is done. Explanation: If someone knowingly and voluntarily consents to a risk, they cannot claim damages for harm resulting from it. Example:
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