The recognition of livestock and dairy as vital sectors of Pakistan’s economy dates back to 1973, when they were placed under the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Livestock. However, meaningful attention was given only in 1995, when the Livestock and Dairy Development Division was established at the federal level to strengthen national food security, rural...
NOTE: (Road logistics — the movement of goods by road — is one of the missing links in Pakistan’s economic chain. It is a vital component that can connect Pakistan to Central Asia through road and rail networks, and further on to Europe, or via Iran to Turkey and beyond. Every stretch of land in...
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has emerged as one of the gravest global health threats of our time — silently spreading across human, animal, and environmental interfaces. In Pakistan, the situation has reached alarming levels, particularly in the livestock sector where the uncontrolled use of antibiotics in cattle, buffalo, sheep, and goats has become routine practice. The...
For more than seven decades, Pakistan has watched its neighbours establish powerful defenses against one of the most devastating livestock diseases — Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD). India, China, Turkey, and Iran have all built modern FMD vaccine plants capable of producing millions of doses annually. Pakistan, by contrast, has remained a passive observer —...
The politics between Pakistan and Afghanistan remain tense — but beneath the surface, logistics and trade are quietly redrawing the balance of power in South and Central Asia.While diplomacy struggles to find stability, railways, roads, and transit corridors are becoming the new instruments of influence. The most visible example is the Uzbekistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan (UAP) Railway Corridor...
The Income Tax collection for the fiscal year 2024–25 reached a record high of Rs. 5.83 trillion, compared to Rs. 4.57 trillion in FY 2023–24, reflecting a sharp increase in government revenue. However, this excessive tax collection has sparked widespread resentment across all segments of society. Out of the total amount, Rs. 575 billion was...
The Belgian Blue breed has become an international symbol of genetic excellence in beef production. Originating from Belgium, it is renowned for its “double muscling,” caused by a natural mutation in the myostatin gene that dramatically enhances muscle growth. The result is exceptional carcass yield — up to 80%, compared to 60–65% in conventional breeds...
Speech given in Dawn Media’s Air We Breath Conference I just want to convince you that farmers are not definitely not the villains in this day, maybe the antihero of the story. Generally in public policy, the focus, the right alignment of policy for the public at large and individual interest, they should be aligned....
As you know, whenever I have picked up my pen, I have spoken about humanity and peace. Today’s column of mine is also about humanity and peace. Every year, Kashmiris observe Black Day against Indian occupation on October 27. On October 27, 1947, Indian forces occupied Kashmir without any constitutional or moral justification. India has...
Veterinary education in Pakistan was once considered a prestigious and research-oriented discipline. However, the harsh reality today is that the quality, practical training, and professional preparedness in this field are rapidly deteriorating. This decline is not only affecting students’ competence but also leaving government and private institutions deprived of the skilled professionals they urgently require....
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