Muhammad Amir Rana

Why the numbers matter

Why the numbers matter

With proper registration and an accurate count of madressahs, the state can assess their true potential and impact on the education sector. Updated 15 Dec, 2024 09:07am
Rethinking Afghan policy

Rethinking Afghan policy

Pakistan has yet to identify useful diplomatic tools to plug the growing gap with Afghanistan. Updated 08 Dec, 2024 08:55am
Spoiling the youth potential

Spoiling the youth potential

The powers that be along with other state insti­t­u­­­­­tions and political parties have undermined Pak­istani youth’s potential. Updated 01 Dec, 2024 09:02am
Connecting with South Asia

Connecting with South Asia

Pakistan should prioritise South Asia in its core external policies for the future and avoid falling into India’s trap of curtailing its regional ties. Updated 17 Nov, 2024 08:54am
Dream of political stability

Dream of political stability

IT is often believed that engineering political stability is the solution to a nation’s economic and security... Updated 10 Nov, 2024 09:32am
Beefing up security

Beefing up security

The issue lies not in the sincerity and dedication of Pakistan’s law enforcement but in their capacity and access to effective surveillance equipment. Updated 03 Nov, 2024 08:24am
Women and change

Women and change

The role of women significantly shapes the ongoing struggle against religious bigotry in the country. Updated 20 Oct, 2024 09:12am
Rising trend of bigotry

Rising trend of bigotry

When civil society cannot influence the public discourse, it should review its approach. Updated 06 Oct, 2024 09:16am
Anthems and perceptions

Anthems and perceptions

Perceived violations of national symbols can quickly become flashpoints in international relations. Updated 22 Sep, 2024 08:58am
An ideal justice system?

An ideal justice system?

The implications of a democratically elected judiciary in Pakistan are intriguing. Updated 15 Sep, 2024 08:56am
Crisis in Balochistan

Crisis in Balochistan

Political parties can facilitate the process of inclusion by initiating dialogue. Updated 08 Sep, 2024 09:15am
Problem with Punjab CNIC

Problem with Punjab CNIC

In conflicts, the identities of the real perpetrators and victims often become blurred. Updated 01 Sep, 2024 08:52am
Winning the argument

Winning the argument

State narratives are seen as overly controlled and biased. Published 18 Aug, 2024 08:52am
The question of reform

The question of reform

The madressah leadership understands that there is no immediate threat of state intervention. Published 11 Aug, 2024 08:31am
The TLP challenge

The TLP challenge

The group’s threats to the judiciary are not new; neither has it spared the top military brass. Updated 04 Aug, 2024 09:00am
Dichotomous behaviour

Dichotomous behaviour

Surveys suggest that most Pakistanis lack faith in the government and consider elections an exercise in futility. Updated 21 Jul, 2024 09:02am
Dialogue with TTP again?

Dialogue with TTP again?

Any attempt to initiate negotiations with the TTP would be a significant blow to the country. Updated 14 Jul, 2024 09:13am
Making of a movement

Making of a movement

Political experts predict a significant protest movement nationwide, particularly in urban areas. Updated 07 Jul, 2024 09:00am
Dangerous majoritarianism

Dangerous majoritarianism

In such a society, where the state and society nurture and protect an infrastructure of extremism, who can hope for change? Updated 23 Jun, 2024 10:29am