(By Faraz Ahmed) Introduction In the early hours of February 22, 2026, the volatile border between Pakistan and Afghanistan once again became a flashpoint of conflict. Pakistan’s military launched a series of airstrikes targeting alleged hideouts of the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and affiliates of the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) in Afghanistan’s eastern provinces of…
(By Faraz Ahmed) Introduction Balochistan—the land of endless horizons, towering mountains rich with copper, gold, and gas, and the strategic jewel of Gwadar Port—is more than a province; it is the beating heart of Pakistan’s future. From the Arabian Sea shores to the Afghan border, this vast territory holds the promise of the China-Pakistan Economic…
(By Quratulain Khalid) As the crescent moon is likely to herald the arrival of the months of Ramadan on February 18, 2026, millions of Pakistanis will embark on a month of fasting, prayer, and communal reflection. . This sacred period, rooted in Islamic traditions of empathy, charity, and self-discipline, should be a time of spiritual…
The India-Pakistan Cricket Clash, a mammoth Drama, and the World’s Most Watched Sporting Spectacle is set to unfold tomorrow, February 15, 2026, at the R. Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka. This Group A fixture of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 (co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka) is Match 27, starting at…
(By Quratulain Khalid) As I write this from Lahore on February 8, 2026, the final day of Basant, the city’s rooftops are still dotted with colorful kites cutting through the afternoon sky. Laughter echoes from streets lined with food stalls selling spicy chaat, falooda, and jalebi. Families gather on terraces, children shout “Bo-kata!” as one…
(By Quratulain Khalid) Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilayhi Raji’un. On the afternoon of Friday, February 6, 2026, a place of worship turned into a scene of unimaginable horror. At Khadija-Tul-Kubra Imambargah in Tarlai Kalan, on the southeastern outskirts of Islamabad, a suicide bomber detonated his explosives during crowded Jumu’ah prayers. The blast claimed at least…
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction Tomorrow, February 5, 2026, Pakistan will observe Kashmir Solidarity Day (Yaum-e-Yakjehti Kashmir) as a nationwide public holiday. At exactly 10:00 AM, the entire country—from bustling Lahore streets to remote areas in Gilgit-Baltistan—will fall silent for one minute to honor the sacrifices of Kashmiri martyrs (shuhada). This moment of collective reflection captures…
(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 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…
