It has been a long time since we last spoke to the mirrors hanging on our living room walls. We stand before them daily, smoothing out the creases in our attire, applying fresh colors to mask the lines of age, and granting ourselves a reassuring smile before stepping out into the marketplace of the world....
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October 1, 2026October 1, 2026Columns
The Inner Reflection: Democracy and Public Issues: The Gap Between Philosophy and Reality
From high political corridors to local neighborhood tea stalls, few words resonate as frequently or evoke as complex a mix of hope and bitterness as “democracy”. Democracy is far more than a mere mechanism of governance; it is a profound philosophy anchored in public sovereignty, the protection of fundamental rights, and the creation of an...
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September 23, 2026September 23, 2026Columns
Echoes of a Changing Climate: Pakistan’s Battle for Survival
In recent years, the moment the month of March takes its leave, it feels as though we step directly into the scorching furnace of May. The temper of the seasons once gentle, predictable, and balanced has turned irritable, much like an ailing elder who flares up in anger one moment and breaks into helpless tears...
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September 10, 2026September 10, 2026Columns
The Inner Reflection September 11: A Turning Point in History, the Founder’s Passing, and a Changing World
History, it is often said, is not merely a chronicle of months and years, but a continuous sequence of events that imparts fresh direction to human existence, both individual and collective. Certain dates transcend the geographical confines of a single nation, leaving an indelible imprint upon global politics, society, and the human consciousness. September 11...
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September 5, 2026September 6, 2026Blogs
The Inner Reflection : The Water War: Pakistan’s Next Existential Crisis
It is said that life itself was drawn from water, yet if one looks closely at the current stream of our existence, we appear to be drifting toward a desert where thirst will scorch not merely our throats, but our very future. In Pakistan, we have witnessed political rivalries, power struggles, and the turbulence of...
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August 27, 2026August 27, 2026Columns
The Inner Reflection: Prophetic Compassion in an Era of Bitterness
When one contemplates the grand sweep of human history, an overwhelming stillness and suffocating despair often emerge. The earth has endured epochs wherein the intrinsic worth of human existence was utterly negated, the frail breath of the vulnerable hung upon the fleeting whims of the powerful, and infant daughters were silently interred beneath the soil...
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August 22, 2026August 22, 2026Blogs
The Pace of Life, Our Generation, and the Pursuit of Balance
The first and fundamental lesson of human history is that every emerging era carries its own unique temperament, societal demands, and distinct way of thinking. Whenever a new generation steps into the practical arena equipped with its own dreams, fresh perspectives, and abilities, a quiet generational contrast between the traditional and the modern inevitably takes...
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August 13, 2026August 22, 2026Columns
August 14: From Celebration to a Journey of Reflection
Every year as the month of August dawns, the air fills with an inexplicable surge of enthusiasm and emotional fervor. Green and white crescent flags fluttering in the streets, small paper flags held tightly in children’s hands, and buildings glowing under night lights proclaim that a nation is celebrating the birthday of its homeland. August...
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June 10, 2026June 10, 2026Blogs
The Boiling Divide: One Sun, Two Realities
The sun is spitting fire, the streets are deserted, and even the birds are hiding. We used to say that changing seasons bring color to Pakistan. Now, they just bring dread. By the time June rolls around, it feels as if someone has opened the hatch of a blast furnace directly over our heads. You...