The state should understand what engenders identity politics along ethnic and other lines and take corrective measures
Through Azadi March, Maulana Fazlur Rehman has effectively impressed upon the-powers-that be that he must never be taken lightly
Protest marches and sit-ins aimed at toppling governments may be democratic moves but they are hardly a good sign for democracy
If Islamabad wants influence in Kabul it should focus on increasing trade and student exchanges
Policymakers in Pakistan need to do some introspection about their foreign policy goals in Afghanistan
Will Pakistan be able to attract American intervention on Kashmir after Trump suspends talks with Taliban?
Kashmir may be the game-changer for securing the American exit from Afghanistan. The question now is whether Trump is ready to play ball
Democratic traditions need time to take roots. Tolerance is one such stradition. We need some continuity
There is a long way to go before we can be assured of democratic elections that are free, fair and inclusive
The ongoing peace talks in Qatar and Islamabad’s engagement with Kabul offer a prospect of gains for all stakeholders
