A few days ago, Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), an extreme right-wing political party protested all over the country, blocking several important roads, bringing life to a halt. Their protest, as is often the case, was followed by extreme acts of violence and chaos, resulting in hundreds injured and thousands arrested. These scenes were not new, since […]
The Pakistani cabinet recently approved the “State Bank Amendment Act 2021” which promises sweeping powers for the State Bank and offers greater autonomy. Unsurprisingly, this move has received criticism, most notably from those who believe that this move would make Pakistan subservient to foreign agencies and conspiracies. Others criticize the move towards making the state […]
It is now official that Pakistan is in the grip of the second wave of the Coronavirus. And many medical professionals have warned that the second wave will be more infectious and devastating than the previous one. With many officials pointing to 1,000+ cases everyday and rising, the response of the government has been lethargic […]