FeaturedAmerica is threatening sanctions over the Iran-Pakistan Gas Pipeline. Let it
Pakistan’s need for an reliance on natural gas has only increased as our reserves have fallen. A cheap and convenient solution is staring us in the face. But will geopolitics let it take root?
Apr 29, 2024
HeadlinesMalik Riaz’s son allegedly transferred 245 kanals to Farhat Shahzadi for Rs 53.28 crores. What link does this have with the Al-Qadir case?
Former prime minister Imran Khan was first arrested in reference to the Al Qadir Trust Case, which has now unraveled and overrun a number of the former PM’s close associates.
Apr 15, 2024
FeaturedPakistanis are proud of their charitability. But how do we best spend this generosity?
Organisations like Shaukat Khanum provide an avenue for collective action that can help in building lasting institutions
Apr 14, 2024
FeaturedGreedy land developers want Pakistan’s agricultural land. Could the Supreme Court hold the answer?
For decades, real estate developers have had a free for all when it comes to acquiring land. Could a recent case in the Supreme Court set a precedent for tighter regulations?
Mar 31, 2024
HeadlinesAurangzeb snubbed again in favour of Dar. But what will the foreign minister do in the Council of Common Interests?
In what is becoming a very clear pattern, the role of the finance minister is being diminished as Mr Dar tries to once again insert himself in economic affairs.
Mar 29, 2024
HeadlinesWhat lies ahead for Muhammad Aurangzeb?
The new finance minister faces the toughest negotiation of his career as he takes the driving seat.
Mar 11, 2024
FeaturedGovt increases gas price for fertiliser industry. But are some players more equal than others?
The recent change in gas prices has been welcomed by the fertiliser industry with one caveat
Mar 10, 2024
OpinionThe SIFC and the Dar problem
Mar 10, 2024
FeaturedWith an eye on profits and a focus on sustainability, HBL launches agricultural subsidiary
The first non-financial subsidiary of a bank to get approval from the SBP, HBL Zarai has already been approached by the SIFC and is set to work with the government of Punjab as well as small farmers
Mar 3, 2024
FeaturedWho were the Truckanwalas and how did their criminal enterprise get three generations murdered?
They made their initial money in Punjab's transport business. But their criminal enterprise was involved in much more.
Mar 3, 2024
FeaturedRifts in cabinet, vested interests, and arm twisting — Inside the IMF directed gas price hike
Everyone is cribbing and complaining about the price increase except one voice from within the fertiliser industry
Feb 25, 2024
HeadlinesNot the first time: PTI plans to throw spanner in IMF talks
Party’s founder announces he will address a letter to the IMF asking them to halt the programme over alleged rigging
Feb 22, 2024