Blog Directory
Should Karachi fear the sea?
As per the findings of the National Institute of Oceanography, Karachi could be submerged under water in 40 years
The Karachi Biennale: Is art a bigger threat than extra judicial killings?
Art is often inherently political, and to clamp down on it means to clamp down on dissent
Will we fight a water war inside Pakistan?
One of the primary causes for concern is the tanker mafia which controls and dictates the flow of water in many cities
Jami’s bravery has opened the doors for a much needed conversation about rape
One only hopes that Jami’s brave voice will not go unheard.
The resilient tribesmen and Balochistan's Chilghoza trees
WWF focused on controlling commercial logging and organised communities to conserve their forest resources
Why do we exoticise the Kalasha yet continue to ignore their woes?
For a country that loves to exoticise the Kalsha community, we are woefully unaware of their problems.
Will the victims of the Balochistan University scandal get justice?
All incidents of harassment must be tackled, regardless of whether or not they capture the attention of the masses
The Maulana and his army
If anything, Rehman might call off his men after striking a deal to prevent the madrassa reforms from taking place
Who is to blame for Saeed Book Bank's impending closure?
Saeed Book Bank was nothing more than a beautiful building because we couldn’t afford most of the books sold there
How Nawaz Sharif's illness has changed Pakistan's political chessboard
The PTI government, which that was on the offensive, has now gone on to the backfoot
What does Pakistan’s improved ‘Ease of Doing Business’ ranking mean?
Although the country has improved its overall standing, its ranking is still dismally low on several factors
Why are we silent about the sexual abuse at madrassas?
Many religious clerics enjoy great influence in their localities, making reporting cases of abuse even harder
How did we let the Counter-Terrorism Department get away with murder?
We run the risk of blindly accepting incidents like the one in Sahiwal as commonplace and permissible
The curious case of Pakistan's political prisoners
If the masses do not have faith in the transparency of the accountability drive, then its ramifications will be moot
Can demonetisation help address Pakistan's FATF concerns?
If FATF advises its members to not conduct business with Pakistan, we could see a massive choking of the economy
How successful are Imran Khan's attempts at becoming an international statesperson?
It is evident that Pakistan is too small an arena for Imran's liking and he is rather preoccupied with the world...
Why was Steven Butler denied entry into Pakistan?
Denying Butler entry is emblematic of the restrictions being faced by journalists in Pakistan.
What can Pakistan learn from this year’s Economics Nobel Prize winners?
Banerjee, Duflo and Kremer have replaced guess work and intuition in policy making with data and evidence
What does the future hold for Inam Butt?
POA is sending athletes to the Summer Olympics on a wild card but has ignored genuine medal-winning prospects
Why does Pakistan's 'reformed' domestic cricket structure still sideline talent?
Based on the National T20 squads, it seems the PCB has failed to address many problems in the domestic set-up
Is a Solskjaer sacking on the cards?
If Liverpool manage a victory in Manchester, it might be the end of Solskjaer’s career as United’s boss.
Misbah's cautious approach is as unchanged as his squad
The T20 team against weak Sri Lanka represents a missed opportunity to try out players for the world cup next year
Who will emerge victorious in the Arsenal-Manchester United clash?
Both Solskjaer and Emery are desperate win for a win, not just for their clubs, but to protect their jobs
It took 14 years, and a tweet, to finally recognise Pakistan’s first female umpire
When Farah started umpiring, people used to laugh at her, ask if her job is just to raise a finger when one gets out.
Misbahul Haq: In with the old, out with the young and new?
While many will rejoice at the omission of Malik and Hafeez, the inclusion of Akmal and Shehzad is incomprehensible.
Is removing Unai Emery the answer to Arsenal’s Premier League woes?
The quandary Emery finds himself in is similar to the one Frank Lampard is currently in over at Chelsea
You may want to reconsider your bets this English Premier League season
Crystal Palace, Newcastle and Leicester have made it clear that there are other contenders this season.
Has contemporary Urdu poetry lost its essence?
A shrinking imagination and an absence of philosophical thinking have contributed to the downfall of Urdu poetry
Is Durj worth the controversy?
Despite the criticism, Durj is an earnest effort by Abbasi and team to break from the mould of Pakistani cinema
Zahid Mayo: Breaking the canvas
Mayo believes that art can have an impact on people and can help initiate dialogue.
El Camino is nothing more than an extended Breaking Bad episode
Some sequels are designed to cater to viewers not familiar with the original series, this is not one of them
Joker is a masterpiece in (almost) every sense
Joker is the uninhibited madness of a fractured, two-faced world order, manifesting itself as a weeping clown.
Unbelievable treats a sensitive issue in a very believable way
This isn’t just another forgetful Netflix original, rather, it is a tale that will strike a chord in many hearts
Is Ad Astra Brad Pitt's second entry to the Oscars this year?
However analytical Ad Astra’s screenplay may be, it never strays from its core: the ties that bind parent and child
Rambo: Last Blood draws first failure
Over the years, Rambo’s spirit and the original soul of Morrell’s story has been taken over by stereotypical...
Khumariyaan: the intoxicating quartet
A band with a heart, their music breaks stereotypes and audiences at concerts cannot help but sway to their music.
Dear India, congratulations on your space mission. Sincerely, a Pakistani
We cannot make fun of someone with a hole in their sock when we are barefoot ourselves.
Is our solidarity with Kashmir conditional?
Are we only standing in solidarity with Kashmiris who stand with the Pakistani state?
Living in online filter bubbles
A race to know as much as possible about you has commenced amongst not just Google but all internet giants.
Trying to understand Hamza Ali Abbasi’s ‘halal platonic’ relationship
Abbasi framed his decision to marry her as a case of charity or sacrifice.
A nightmare for the LGBTQ community, there is a lot going wrong with ‘Adam’
The portrayal of sexual orientation as a costume that one can put on whenever they wish to is immensely problematic.
Priyanka Chopra, a UN celebrity gone rogue
Chopra has proven that she sees her role as a UN Goodwill Ambassador as nothing more than a resume-booster
Five reasons why Surkh Chandni is a milestone of our drama industry
Shahid Shafaat’s brilliant direction coupled with Sohai Ali Abro’s powerful acting is definitely worthy of applause.
Cyber bullying: Misogyny under the garb of animal welfare
ACF’s Ayesha Chundrigar recalls how “violated” she felt when the hate messages started pouring in.
Indians can’t wait to ‘marry Kashmiri girls’, ‘buy land in Kashmir’ – and therein lies the problem
A sickening sense of entitlement is being promoted by BJP; an entitlement not just over land, but over bodies.
What does it mean to be Pakistani?
How the concept of Muslim nationalism has evolved over the years provides much food for thought
What psychological impact is sexual harassment having on Pakistan’s students?
It is imperative that we as a society sensitise ourselves to these issues and do not sweep them under the carpet
Pakistan's burgeoning intellectual dilemma
When a society faces an intellectual crisis, it is the responsibility of the thinkers to diagnose the ailments
Why does Balochistan have a dearth of trained psychotherapists?
A lack of existing infrastructure has made mental health outreach very difficult in Balochistan/
Abul Hasanat - The man that was my father
If you read this, please say a prayer for my father, thank you
How reliable are the mental health clinics in Pakistan?
I have met a lot of people who were traumatised or discouraged by the behaviour of their psychiatrists.
The psychology behind sexual violence
Perpetrators do not realise that when they act in inhumane ways, they are actually dehumanising themselves
Should vaping be banned in Pakistan?
It should be remembered that it took many years before the actual damage stemming from cigarette smoke was assessed
Sadly, when it comes to sexual abuse, predators don't discriminate
The society does not want to discuss how rape and sexual abuse have more to do with power rather than unbridled lust
Is a peace deal in Afghanistan possible?
Despite the likelihood of a peace deal with the Taliban, many still remember the failures of the NRP
How an Iqbal poem got a Muslim headmaster suspended in India
The suspension of a school headmaster is only the latest demonstration of growing religious hostilities in India
Can Imran Khan help ease tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran?
Imran's shuttle diplomacy has presented an image of neutrality, but this image alone is unlikely to facilitate peace
The plight of the Uighurs
We cannot be selective about which oppressed group we choose to raise a voice for
As Asian economies take centre stage, how can Pakistan cash in?
Economic changes sweeping across Asia are both breathtaking and unprecedented in their scope and impact
How will Priti Patel’s proposed migration reform impact the UK?
Britain’s greatest strength has been in its diversity, and this point-based system would definitely impact that
How significant will Manmohan Singh’s Kartarpur visit be?
The Kartarpur corridor may prove to be not just a religious corridor, but a corridor for peace in the region.
Is a Saudi Arabia-Iran thaw a possibility?
The situation in Yemen and attacks on oil plants in Saudi Arabia will only further increase tensions in the region
Who will emerge on top after Afghanistan's elections?
These elections will demonstrate Afghanistan's political divisions and will also have ramifications across the region
Will Zindagi Tamasha dig deep into the intolerance in our society?
The movie will perhaps force us to ask questions about topics usually reserved for the back pages of a newspaper
Will El Camino do justice to the Breaking Bad saga?
The trailer doesn’t give details about the plotline but shows the distressed protagonist trying to escape his...
The Rhythm Section: Are you ready to see Blake Lively kick some butt
The movie seems like an intense, gripping thriller with a determined female protagonist
Spilling tea with Shah Mehmood Qureshi: India, Kashmir and the looming 'accidental' war
Before Imran's address at the UN, Shah Mahmood Qureshi discusses the crisis in IoK and the importance of this US trip
Can ‘Doctor Sleep’ be a worthy sequel to ‘The Shining’?
Doctor Sleep seems to have a more complicated plot compared to its iconic classic predecessor
A Nazi satire, Disney takes the unconventional route with ‘Jojo Rabbit’
The film seems sharp, witty and bizarrely humorous. You have to give points to Waititi for taking this creative risk
Lady and the Tramp: Another lazy, opportunistic adaptation
Disney seems increasingly uninspired and creatively vacant, relying on the powers of nostalgia to draw in an audience.
Maleeha Lodhi: Spilling tea with the architect of Pakistan’s diplomatic coup at the UN
Maleeha Lodhi discusses the future of IoK at the UNSC, Pakistan's role at the UN and the personal attacks against...
13 Reasons Why season three will be yet another disappointment
The trailer has left people feeling confused, somewhat surprised and also overjoyed. For me, it's disappointment.
The mystery behind Sir James Abbott’s bizarre tribute to Abbottabad
Not only is the poem arrhythmical abut the attempts at trying to try and establish a poetic metre are almost juvenile
International Translation Day: Manto's tribute to Leonid Andreyev
The parallels between Andreyev and Manto are astounding, but, unlike Manto, Andreyev's work has fallen into obscurity
A searing jeremiad from Zehra Nigah to mark the Global Climate Strike
The poet’s heartfelt reminder of water scarcity in Thar is all the more poignant during the global climate movement
An infallible love
Without you, I wander on ways I should not; with my body weary and my eyes beady, my soul begins to rot.
How Kishwar Naheed and Fahmida Riaz paid tribute to feminist icon Bibi Zainab
Two poetic tributes to Bibi Zainab (AS) and her sermon in the works of two of Pakistan’s greatest feminist poets.
Snows of good intentions
There is a cross in this snow, there is a trail of blood, and that — is the only thing, I’ll follow.
The anvil of the East
You see the posh Prado that does not belong, you see the glock pointed, “Sir, go along”.
A mother's bitter past
Because only a mother can cherish your existence, despite the haunted past that flashes with your presence!
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