Selective implementation of axle load limit disturbs overall balance of industry players: Abbas Khan
Askari Cement's Manager Sales & Logistics Abbas Khan says the government no longer looks serious about implementing the axle load limit. He suggests that if the government decides to implement the policy, then it should do it in two or three phases over the next couple of years so that a balance can be maintained by the cement industry.
Reforming Pakistan Railways
The author draws attention to the dire situation of Pakistan’s railway sector. He evaluates how to improve the institutional performance of Pakistan Railways and argues that it is essential to reduce road traffic, especially in light of climate concerns, which has profusely been adding to air and noise pollution.
What happened to those who broke up Pakistan in 1971?
Former Ambassador to Bangladesh looks at the sad saga behind the breakup of East & West Pakistan through the lens of examining what happened to the major characters involved during and after that period.
Christian rights activists pin hopes on PPP after PTI disappoints
A prominent journalist and a vocal member of Pakistan’s Christian community looks at how PTI has backed out of pursuing changes to the archaic Victorian Christian marriage and divorce laws. He argues that hopes of the Christian community in Pakistan now lie with the PPP in Sindh.
Pakistan Re-emerging: Perspectives
The writer shares her and a fellow American blogger’s traveling experiences in Pakistan while clarifying misconceptions about the country. She believes Pakistan has taken a monumental leap from the narrative of past decades with the help of the security forces.
Malika-e-Tarannum Noor Jehan: the icon of the East
Generations of Pakistanis fondly remember Madam Noor Jehan’s contributions to the Pakistani film and music industry. On her 19th death anniversary, GVS takes a moment to walk through her legacy.
Is the time ripe for the Sharda Temple Corridor?
After the unprecedented success of the Kartarpur Corridor amongst the Sikh community, GVS explores the idea of opening the Sharda Temple Corridor, which is said to be one of the oldest ancient Hindu temples in AJK and holds immense significance amongst the Kashmiri Pandit community and Hindus from all across Northern India.
Kaaf Kangna – Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar’s mediocre foray into filmmaking
The film fails as a masala film, a musical, and a politically conscious drama, and ultimately, there is little in the ARY and Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar's film that is worth anyone wasting three hours of their time.
The Laundromat – Panama Papers leak to big screen
On paper, Writer-Director Steven Soderbergh would be the perfect man to bring forth the Panama Papers leak to the big screen. However, the screenplay lacks cohesion, and there is nothing at all smart about it.
Ready or Not – a blast from start to end
With a talented cast and sharp writing, the horror-comedy is likely to be remembered with the likes of films such as Game Night, in light of how they both brought something new to their genres.
Editorial – Magazine
While we are rushing to press, Maulana Fazal ur Rehman’s so-called “Azadi March” is winding towards an end – without achieving anything substantial on...
Policing Dilemma: Reform or control?
Retired IG Police Balochistan, and former Federal Secretary Narcotics gives us a historical perspective to understand the evolution of Pakistan’s police, from the Mughal era to date. He offers a critique of the proposed changes to the police by the government and shares recommendations on how to remove the ‘thana’ culture.