Putting Austerity into Practice
Dear Editor, It is understandable that Pakistan’s austerity drive is under way again when the international oil prices are on the rise and the national and domestic finances are under…
Accountability Must Include Academic Support
Dear Editor, It is important to note the recent report of the suspension of 22 Headmasters and teachers in Attock due to poor performance in Class IX exams than just…
Digital attendance is not educational reform
Dear Editor, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s introduction of an e-attendance system in degree colleges is a useful step towards improving accountability. Parents will receive SMS alerts about students’ attendance, while the initiative…
The Problem of Unemployment in Pakistan
Dear Editor, The issue of unemployment has become an important concern in Pakistan. A large number of young people complete their education every year but struggle to find suitable jobs.…
Rising Petrol Prices Create Hardship for Citizens
Dear Editor, We are facing serious difficulties because of the rising price of petrol. The increase in fuel costs affects everyone, including students, employees, and daily-wage workers who have to…
Why does every heavy rain become an emergency?
Dear Editor, Once again, the Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned of urban flooding in several cities as another spell of monsoon rain approaches. The forecast includes flooding risks in low-lying…
Should Pakistan Have More Provinces?
Sir, The debate over creating new provinces in Pakistan has persisted for many years. Supporters argue that smaller administrative units can improve governance, ensuring that people in distant and neglected…
A youth policy needs a youth dashboard
Dear Editor, The government’s new National Adolescent and Youth Policy is an important recognition of Pakistan’s demographic reality. Around 67 per cent of the population is below 30, yet Pakistan…
Constitutional and Economic Risks of Splitting Sindh
To the Editor, I am writing to express my grave concern regarding recent federal proposals to carve new administrative provinces out of Sindh, particularly suggestions to segregate urban centers like…
AI and the Future of Entry-Level Jobs in Pakistan
Dear Editor, The recent report on artificial intelligence reshaping Pakistan’s software industry deserves attention beyond the technology sector. According to a recent Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) report, entry-level hiring…