In an era where digital rights are increasingly viewed as fundamental human rights, Pakistan’s repeated internet shutdowns place it at odds with global democratic norms. Pakistan’s increasing reliance on internet shutdowns is more than a technical disruption; it is a glaring testament to the growing authoritarian impulses within its political

With rapid population growth, urbanization, and industrialization in Pakistan, the challenges in solid waste management and their impact on the ecosystem, environment, and people are aggravating. Solid waste management and recycling remain one of the primary sustainability challenges for Pakistan. According to the International Trade Administration, Pakistan generates around 49.6

Fiscal policy across the world has proven its potential towards improving equity. However, in Pakistan, the miniscule share of direct taxation in the total tax revenue – coupled with limited effort by the government to turn the situation around – has worsened income inequality. Fiscal policy determines how taxes and

Bonded labour, a modern form of slavery, continues to plague Pakistan despite its official abolition in 1992. This exploitative practice traps millions of vulnerable individuals, particularly in brick kilns, agriculture, and domestic work, through a vicious cycle of debt and poverty. Workers, often from marginalized communities, are forced to work

As 2024 comes to a close, Pakistan finds itself mired in political and social unrest. The anticipated democratic revival following the February elections has failed to materialize, leaving the nation grappling with heightened repression, human rights violations, and significant curbs on civil liberties. Activists argue that despite a change in