Operation Bunyan-al-Marsoos was not just another military response in the long history of India-Pakistan tensions; it became a defining moment that reminded South Asia how fragile peace truly is. In a region where a single incident can push millions into uncertainty, this operation exposed both the dangers of escalation and the importance of national unity. It...
Culture as a Bridge in Times of Turmoil.
The world is watching with bated breath as tensions between the United States and Iran escalate, sending shockwaves from the Middle East to North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Oil prices surge, inflation tightens household budgets, and the ordinary citizen feels the impact in ways that are immediate and personal — from higher energy bills...
From Classroom to Dropout: Uncovering the Crisis Behind 500,000 Secondary School Exam Failures.
In the recent result announced, Pakistan’s education system has once again been shaken by a deeply alarming statistic: nearly 500,000 students have failed to pass their secondary school examinations. This is not merely a number; it is a national emergency that exposes the fragile foundations of the country’s educational structure. When placed in a broader...
Operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos and the Reassertion of Deterrence in a Nuclearized Region.
The unfortunate incident in Pahalgam on April 22, 2025, became the latest flashpoint in an already volatile region. Its immediate impact was borne by the people of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). Instead of a transparent investigation, a sweeping security crackdown followed. Reports highlighted mass detentions, raids and the demolition of civilian homes....
The Death of Press Freedom in Indian-Occupied Kashmir.
May 5, 2026, (Humaira Qadri) – Located in the heart of Jammu & Kashmir’s summer capital, Srinagar Press Enclave, which houses offices of many prominent media houses, is a testimony to how journalism became a victim of action from state and non-state actors, curbing freedom of press. The hub of Kashmir’s media activity is named...
IMF Program and Import-Led Auto Policy: A Threat to Pakistan’s Industrial Future.
Pakistan’s current IMF-supported economic framework is gradually steering the country toward an import-led auto industry, raising serious concerns about long-term industrial sustainability. While such policies may provide short-term macroeconomic stability, they risk undermining local manufacturing, technology development, and employment generation. The auto sector, instead of evolving into a localized manufacturing base, is increasingly shifting toward...
Middle East Unrest
The present situation of the Middle East is very alarming and the role that the USA hasplayed in making this happen is nothing more than a war crime. The initiation of an illegalwar, assassination of a sovereign leader, the escalation of the region’s strategic warfare forthe destruction of humanity has been something the whole world...
Sovereignty Non Negotiable : The lessons from operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos.
The strategic landscape of South Asia has long been defined by a precarious balance of power. For Pakistan, the struggle has consistently been one of securing sovereignty and progress in the face of persistent regional pressures. Central to this tension remains the issue of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK), where the natural right...
Pakistan Needs an Inclusive Budget, Not Just an IMF-Compliant Budget.
Pakistan is approaching the Federal Budget 2026-27 at a time when the country stands at a highly sensitive economic crossroads. Pakistan today is a country of nearly 240 million people, with more than 60 percent of its population below the age of 30. Despite being a large emerging market economy of around 350 billion US...
The Strategic Cul-de-Sac: How Operation Bunyan-al-Marsoos Defined India’s Tactical Limits.
May 10th now stands as a permanent marker in the calendar of South Asian history, representing the day the regional balance of power was not just tilted, but fundamentally redefined. For decades, New Delhi operated under a predictable and dangerous playbook: utilizing the immediate aftermath of any domestic security failure to point an accusatory finger...








