View From Pakistan
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Why the state of science in Pakistan is so dreadful
From defence technology to space programme, the country has hardly made any progress.
Pervez Hoodbhoy, Dawn.com
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Opinion: Why Pakistan fell behind India and Bangladesh on nearly all indicators
The problem is the failure of governance. In 75 years, no government has been able to deliver economic growth, security of life, education or health.
Miftah Ismail, Dawn.com
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View from ‘Dawn’: Pakistan should heed Gandhi’s words and get rid of its sedition law
The sooner it is removed from the statute books, the better.
Dawn.com
Trending
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Blocking of BBC Modi documentary violates Indians’ rights, say over 500 scientists and academicians
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Big picture: How the Adani crash unfolded and what it could do to the Indian economy
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Explainer: Why a Supreme Court verdict has sparked statewide protests in Sikkim
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‘Class’ review: An immersive and revealing show about privilege
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Turning the Indus Water Treaty into another theatre of war will hurt both India and Pakistan
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Rich nations must take some responsibility for the damage their emissions have unleashed on Pakistan
The ‘thoughts and prayers’ sent by some world leaders seem quite inadequate.
Dawn.com
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Pakistan’s recovery from the floods will be complicated by the upheaval in global markets
The federal and provincial governments face an uphill battle in ensuring food security over the coming months.
Dawn.com
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View from ‘Dawn’: The killing of three Chinese is a sign of the new wave of terror sweeping Pakistan
Disparate Baloch groups are coming together in a bid to restructure the insurgency and fine-tune their tactics.
Dawn.com
Video
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Watch: Cricketers Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan, Yuzvendra Chahal enact old ‘Roadies’ audition episode
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Watch: Satirist Urvish Kothari hilariously explores what to expect in ‘Amrit Kaal’
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‘No income, no tax’: Comedian imagines budget show with ‘Nirmala Sitharaman’ and ‘Kangana Ranaut’
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Watch: Actor Ryan Reynolds surprises students by crashing their project during Toronto college visit
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Watch: Bill Gates learns how to make a roti from American celebrity chef Eitan Bernath
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View from ‘Dawn’: Imran Khan’s ‘black law’ to stifle the media has mercifully been abandoned
Pakistan’s new government is dismantling its predecessor’s information policy.
Dawn.com
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View from ‘Dawn’: Upcoming elections in Pakistan will be a litmus test of its military’s neutrality
It is high time the space snatched away from democratic forces is returned to their hands.
Dawn.com
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View from ‘Dawn’: Imran Khan’s party showed unsportsmanlike conduct by quitting parliament en masse
It reflects poorly on the captain’s fighting spirit – it is akin to him saying he simply will not play unless only he is allowed to bat.
Dawn.com
The Reel
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‘Class’ review: An immersive and revealing show about privilege
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‘Jehanabad – Of Love & War’ review: A heavily spiced account of an audacious jailbreak
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‘Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat’ review: A throbbing musical about forbidden passion
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‘Faraaz’ review: A shallow exploration of 2016 Dhaka terror attack
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‘The Whale’ review: Brendan Fraser is the heart of soul of redemption saga
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View from ‘Dawn’: While Imran Khan’s time in government is up, it would be unwise to write him off
It is important for a true leader to unite the nation, not poison it with divisive narratives and corrosive politics. He would do well to recognise this.
Dawn.com
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View from ‘Dawn’: Pakistan’s Supreme Court has rebuffed Imran Khan’s assault on the democratic order
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s reckless decision to have a straightforward parliamentary procedure overruled will be a shameful footnote in history.
Dawn.com
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What India and Pakistan can learn from Bangladesh on its 50th anniversary of independence
Once called a ‘basket case’, Dhaka has grown into a role model.
Ishrat Husain, Dawn.com
The Field
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Premier League: Mikel Arteta confident about Arsenal’s chances after January transfer window
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WPL: Rachael Haynes, Nooshin Al Khadeer join Mithali Raj as support staff for Gujarat Giants
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Boxing: India climb to third spot in IBA world boxing rankings
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Thailand Masters: B Sai Praneeth loses against Li Shi Feng in quarterfinals, India’s campaign ends
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ISL: Play-offs to be played from March 3, final scheduled for March 18