Aijaz Ahmad

High hopes, low signals
- By Aijaz Ahmad
- July 8, 2025
PAKISTAN has long talked about embracing the future through 5G technology. Led by Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, the government had…

The shrine’s dark secret
- By Aijaz Ahmad
- July 3, 2025
WE raise our voice today with utmost humility and deep concern to the highest authorities in Pakistan—Field Marshal Asim Munir, the Prime Minister of Pakistan,…

Budget 2025: Numbers vs needs
- By Aijaz Ahmad
- June 14, 2025
THE federal budget for 2025–26, announced on June 10, presents a picture of economic restraint coupled with a sense of social responsibility. With a…

Maryam’s mission: Lighting minds, changing lives
- By Aijaz Ahmad
- June 5, 2025
PUNJAB, the most populous province of Pakistan, has often been at the forefront of educational reforms. From infrastructure improvements to merit-based hiring of educators, many…

From conflict to commerce
- By Aijaz Ahmad
- May 22, 2025
THE recent conflict has between India and Pakistan has left the country in a reflective state. While the military objectives may have been met, the…

Weapons don’t Win wars, soldiers do
- By Aijaz Ahmad
- May 18, 2025
The world watched closely as India, armed to the teeth with some of the most ad-vanced military technology, marched into conflict. With French Rafale fighter…

NBP’s decline: Pensioners betrayed
- By Aijaz Ahmad
- April 30, 2025
The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), once a hallmark of public service, now presents a troubling picture of decline — most notably in how it…

NBP’s decline
- By Aijaz Ahmad
- April 22, 2025
AS of 21 April 2025, digital services of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) remain suspended for the 11th consecutive day. Customers across the country…

Sindh’s water rights: A matter of national unity
- By Aijaz Ahmad
- April 17, 2025
PAKISTAN’S strength lies in the unity of its provinces, each contributing uniquely to the federation. But unity is built on mutual respect and fairness. At…

The Internet dilemma in Pakistan
- By Aijaz Ahmad
- April 15, 2025
IN today’s world, internet access is as essential as electricity and water. From education and business to healthcare and governance, everything depends on fast and…