(By Faraz Ahmed) In the high-stakes world of international cricket, few events generate more excitement, revenue, and raw emotion than an India-Pakistan clash. These matches transcend sport—they become symbols of national pride, historical rivalry, and geopolitical tension. The upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to…
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction On 2 February 2026, in a development that unfolded with remarkable speed, US President Donald Trump announced via Truth Social that the United States and India had reached a bilateral trade agreement following a phone call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The centrepiece of the announcement was an immediate reduction…
(By Mohsin Tanveer) In the evolving landscape of global energy and geopolitics, a new paradigm has emerged: the “electrostate”. Unlike traditional petrostates reliant on finite fossil fuels for power and influence, an electrostate harnesses abundant, renewable electricity as its core energy carrier—driving economic growth, technological supremacy, and strategic resilience. China stands as the world’s pioneering…
(By Ayesha Mahnoor) As of February 1, 2026, the streets of Lahore are alive with anticipation. Kite shops have opened their doors, vendors hawk bundles of colorful paper and cotton string, and social media buzzes with photos of families in yellow outfits planning rooftop gatherings. The Punjab government has declared a special five-day period from…
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction: From Coordinated Terror to Decisive Victory On January 31, 2026, starting around 3:00 AM local time, Fitna al-Hindustan (FAH) terrorists—primarily the banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA)—launched a brazen, multi-site offensive across Balochistan. Nearly a dozen coordinated attacks targeted police stations, paramilitary outposts, high-security prisons, civil administration buildings, and other installations in…
(By Quratulain Mahnoor) As tensions in the Middle East reach a fever pitch in late January 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump has issued stark warnings to Iran: negotiate a nuclear deal swiftly or face consequences far more severe than previous actions. In a Truth Social post on January 28, Trump declared, “Hopefully Iran will quickly…
(By Faraz Ahmed) The conclusion of the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on January 27, 2026, during the 16th India-EU Summit in New Delhi marks a pivotal moment in global trade dynamics. Dubbed the “mother of all deals” by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Indian leaders, the pact creates preferential access…
(By Khalid Masood) In late January 2026, the United States has significantly bolstered its military presence in the Middle East, centering on the deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group to waters near Iran. President Donald Trump has described this as a “massive armada” positioned to act with “speed and violence” if necessary,…
(By Quratulain Khalid) Introduction The Tirah Valley in Pakistan’s northwestern Khyber District has once again become a symbol of the fragile intersection between security operations, civilian vulnerability, and administrative preparedness. Long shaped by militancy, counterterrorism campaigns, and difficult terrain, Tirah’s population is no stranger to displacement. Yet the most recent episode of civilian movement reveals…
(By Khalid Masood) In the first weeks of 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump has returned to the White House with an intensified version of his signature “America First” playbook. Tariff increases on long-standing allies such as South Korea, explicit threats of 100% tariffs against Canada over deepening economic links with China, and unusually blunt military…
