Editorial

No one in this country is feeling safe, even those who are living and working in highly fortified compounds where scores of bodyguards stand on high alert to avoid any untoward situation. But, they are few in numbers and called the elite class. What about those who have no protection …

You cannot dare to get out when it rains in the capital city Kabul, unless you are equipped with long plastic-made boots or a small boat, because these are the essentials to walk on the sidewalks or cross the roads. Kabul, a city with more than five million residents, has …

Till recent it was believed that unemployment had been the byproduct of insecurity which pushed backed the investors. However, on Wednesday the reason became clear. The government is main force involved in joblessness which compelled thousands of youths to leave the country in search of better future. Seeing no ray …

In 2010 the Peace Jirga suggested formation of a body to settle the disputes and wrangles. It was seen as the only and best solution to reconcile with the militants and bring peace and stability back to the country. The body was formed and called High Peace Council. It was …

Students of the higher education institutes are still caught in the cobweb of decades-old and outdated education system. High school students are dealing with the same situation. Security situation and inattention of the relevant authorities add to problems. The National Unity Government (NUG) had repeatedly outlined its efforts to overhaul …

On Sunday evening a deadly blast in Lahore claimed lives of 72 innocent people and left 300 others injured. Death was dancing in Gulshan-i-Iqbal park of Lahore. As expected, the godless militants have been celebrating their evil act which had ruined 372 families. The terror attack was claimed by Jamaatul …

Winning hearts and minds is not a child’s play. It is even more difficult when one represents a country which is known for war and violence engineered and played by foreigners. Lack of resources and opportunities has made this journey even harder. However, the Afghan men’s national cricket team is …

In its recent dispatch, the Human Rights Watch expressed concerns over the use of schools as shelters by the security forces and militants. Researcher of the watchdog, Ahmad Shuja, claimed that last year Afghan security forces used schools as shelters 15 times and the Taliban five times. The HRW’s report …

Since the US-led coalition forces ended their combat role in December 2014, situation has become difficult. It was expected. Afghan security forces shouldered the overall responsibilities. Many security affairs’ analysts believed that Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) would be unable to repel militant attacks and maintain security. They miscalculated strength, …

In this country, people are running after joy. But, happiness is nowhere in sight. Incidents to cry over are many as compared to moments to rejoice. It will be a miracle to find a day that turn into night without hearing bad news. Such days are worth memorable. Unfortunately, most …