Few years on the Earth
Pakistan, grappling with economic instability and social challenges, has been forced to take a hard stance on an issue that has reached international proportions: the export of beggars. The government recently placed 4,300 individuals on its Exit Control List (ECL), effectively barring them from leaving the country. This drastic step follows warnings from Middle Eastern … Read more
Legendary Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar, known for his fiery bowling and candid statements, has once again made headlines with an ambitious claim: he wants to become the first billionaire in US dollars from Pakistan and surpass the wealth of his entire country. Speaking on the TNKS podcast, Akhtar shared his vision, motivations, and reflections … Read more
What Happened to Massive Oil and Gas Reserves Found in Pakistan Three Months Ago? The discovery of oil and gas reserves in Pakistan’s maritime region brought a wave of hope, but its current status raises more questions than answers. The promise of newfound oil and gas reserves in Pakistan’s waters had the nation buzzing three … Read more
Pakistan is facing an unprecedented economic crisis as its total debt surged by PKR 4,303 billion within the first eight months of the current government’s tenure. This increase has pushed the total debt to a staggering PKR 70.36 trillion as of October, raising significant concerns about the country’s financial stability. While domestic debt saw a … Read more
Pakistan recently secured a $330 million loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to fund the Integrated Social Protection Development Programme (ISPDP). However, this positive development comes against the backdrop of a significant financial setback as the World Bank canceled a $500–600 million loan. This mixed scenario underscores the challenges Pakistan faces in securing external … Read more
The tragic case of Sara Sharif, a 10-year-old girl who was murdered in Surrey, has taken another dramatic turn as her grandfather, Muhammad Sharif, announced his determination to keep her siblings in Pakistan. While the legal proceedings continue in both Pakistan and the UK, emotions run high on both sides as the debate over the … Read more
Strengthening ties through healthcare innovation: Pakistan and China take a significant step toward building a first-of-its-kind medical city in Karachi. China and Pakistan have long shared a strategic partnership rooted in economic, political, and cultural collaboration. The proposed $1 billion investment by a Chinese delegation to establish a medical city in Karachi’s Dhabeji Economic Zone … Read more
The World Bank’s recent decision to cancel a $500 million loan to Pakistan marks a significant financial and policy setback for the South Asian nation. The move reflects deeper issues in Pakistan’s energy sector, fiscal management, and economic governance, which have failed to meet key reform targets. As Pakistan faces mounting economic challenges, the absence … Read more
Journalism has long been a cornerstone of democracy and a means of holding power to account. However, in recent years, the safety of journalists has been severely compromised, with targeted violence becoming an alarming trend globally. The 2024 Round-Up report by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has brought to light a sobering reality: Bangladesh is now … Read more
Indian cinema and entertainment have long been a staple of Pakistani households, bridging cultural and linguistic similarities between the two nations. The bond seems to have grown stronger in 2024, as evident from Google’s trending searches in Pakistan. The list, unveiled as the year comes to an end, showcases the immense popularity of Indian films … Read more