By Qamar BashirFormer Press Secretary to the PresidentFormer Press Minister to the Embassy of Pakistan to FranceFormer MD, SRBC Today, both the Supreme Court and the Islamabad High Court voiced their profound concern over separate yet crucial issues. The Supreme Court took a stern stance regarding a petition filed to declare the 2024 Elections null and void, emphasizing the gravity of such a legal move and expressing dissatisfaction with the subsequent withdrawal of the appeal. Meanwhile, the Islamabad High Court addressed the disappearance of 12 Baloch students from Islamabad, expressingRead More

By: Zahra Ali Healthcare is a fundamental human right, essential for the well-being and prosperity of individuals and societies. However, in Pakistan, the healthcare sector grapples with a multitude of challenges that hinder its ability to effectively meet the needs of the population. From inadequate infrastructure to a shortage of skilled professionals and financial barriers to access, the country faces a daunting healthcare dilemma that demands urgent attention and comprehensive solutions. One of the most glaring issues in the country’s healthcare landscape is the limited access to healthcare facilities, particularlyRead More

That is easier said than done, particularly given the time limitations imposed by the US presidential election in November and the likely prospect of an election in Israel once the guns fall silent in Gaza. Timing may be the lesser hurdle to achieving the administration’s goal. Political obstacles are likely to prove more formidable. Speaking at the Munich Security Conference this week, US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken asserted that there was “an extraordinary opportunity” in the coming months for Israel to normalise ties with its Arab neighbors. “VirtuallyRead More