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From Swift Retort to BunyanumMarsoos

From Swift Retort to BunyanumMarsoos

February 26, 2026

By Izmi Herlani The skies of Pakistan have always been watched over with unwavering vigilance. Yet, seven years ago, they witnessed a moment that…

Broadening the tax base

The Perilous Pursuit of ‘Greater Israel’

February 25, 2026

The notion of Israel expanding into what is often described as “Greater Israel” has moved beyond fringe speculation and entered mainstream political discourse. Recent…

Broadening the tax base

Hollow Gains, Heavy Costs

February 23, 2026

The International Monetary Fund’s recent statement acknowledging Pakistan’s progress under its ongoing programme has been received with cautious optimism. The Fund noted improvements such…

WHEN POLITICS PLAYS GAMES, THE PEOPLE PAY - The Maulana, the Political Bargain, and the Supremacy of Law

Perfume, Proof, and the Fire of Inquiry

February 23, 2026

Re-examining the Question of Originality Around Parveen Shakir “O you who believe! If a wrongdoer comes to you with news, verify it, lest you…

Broadening the tax base

Board of Peace Without Clarity

February 22, 2026

The inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington unfolded with grandeur but little clarity, leaving more questions than answers about its true…

Broadening the tax base

Extrajudicial killings

February 20, 2026

Punjab today faces a troubling challenge that goes beyond ordinary law and order. Reports of suspects being killed in police encounters have raised serious…