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Water crisis and national unity

29.01.2025 100

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Facebook and TikTok, the apps that control us

22.01.2025 30

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

How social media destroys youth

15.01.2025 200

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Education — the lifeblood of democracy

DESPITE differences in caste, creed or race, all humans share common characteristics. Their shared existence on this planet grants them the right...

08.01.2025 200

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

AI’s role in shaping education’s future

FROM the dawn of technology, humans have been relentlessly striving to use it in all areas of life. Technology has been a key driver of change in...

31.12.2024 5

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Unity, faith, and discipline: A universal message from Quaid to Muslims.

THOUGH leaders’ lifespan is limited to decades, their wisdom is immortal. The world is governed by nations that heed their leaders’ guidelines....

25.12.2024 10

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Strong minds & values, pillars of nation-building

SUPPOSE this world is underdeveloped, humans live in caves and their prosperity is dependent on exceptional minds. Who would be your best choice as...

18.12.2024 7

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Global competition for resources: A threat to peace & stability

BEYOND mere commodities, natural resources are fundamental to a nation’s lifeblood, supporting its economy, people and technological innovation....

10.12.2024 3

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Global climate crisis: Inequality and action

Climate change is happening so fast that humans can’t adapt or survive. The devel-oped world’s progress has demonstrably contributed to climate...

04.12.2024 6

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Asian integration: A path to a better future

THE rising economic power and global importance of Asia have led many to label the 21st century the “Asian Century.” Asia, the most populated...

26.11.2024 4

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Power dynamics and global inequalities

GLOBAL economic trends are significantly influenced by political factors in the modern world. The concentration of economic power in the hands of a...

19.11.2024 3

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Pakistan’s urgent governance reforms

NATIONS advance by maximizing their resources to enhance citizens’ well-being. This development hinges on good governance, ensuring responsible...

12.11.2024 5

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Can South Asia’s giants become superpowers?

THE world is observing a surge of countries advancing in economic, political and social spheres. States that were once lacking in development have...

05.11.2024 4

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Are exams in South Asia competitive?

Competition, by definition, requires a fair and equal playing field. However, in developing countries like Pakistan, the reality often diverges....

31.10.2024 2

The Nation

Waqar Hassan

CSS exam and need for timely reforms in FPSC

CAREER development plays a pivotal role in shaping one’s life, offering fulfilment and a sense of achievement. In Pakistan, the CSS exam is a...

30.10.2024 6

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

The SCO and what it entails

COOPERATION and integration among regional countries have always been essential for prosperity. Europe’s prosperity is mainly attributed to...

23.10.2024 6

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Social media — an agent of chaos?

THROUGHOUT history, humans have always sought ways to improve communication, build relationships, and exchange ideas due to their social nature....

08.10.2024 3

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

China-Pakistan friendship: An unbreakable bond

“China can give up gold but not its friendship with Pakistan” —Ex-President Hu Jintao. HAVING a neighbouring country that supports us in all...

01.10.2024 5

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Sustainable Urban development in Pakistan

CITIES were established to provide residents with enhanced lives through the integration of safety and convenience in vibrant and secure...

24.09.2024 2

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Climate change and food security

HUMAN survival leads them to search for ways to ensure it. Moreover, peaceful coexistence on this planet is nearly impossible for humans without an...

17.09.2024 7

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Population explosion: A natural phenomenon & its implications

THE desire to create communities is ingrained in human nature, offering a feeling of security. The preservation of identity in the human mind...

10.09.2024 4

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Managing and overseeing social media

IMAGINE sitting peacefully, only to discover that someone with a fake name has falsely accused you on social media. You now face the challenge of...

03.09.2024 3

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Tarbela, Mangla, Chashma’s cumulative water storage exceed five-year average

LAHORE – Cumulative water storage in major reservoirs – Tarbela, Mangla, and Chashma – has been recorded 11.506 million acre feet (MAF) on...

29.08.2024 2

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Chief Minister Internship Program launched in Punjab with Rs 25,000 stipend

If you are a fresh graduate and looking to start your career, the government of Punjab rolled out paid Chief Minister Internship Program. With the...

29.08.2024 2

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Weather update for Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Pakistan; heavy rains predicted

ISLAMABAD – More widespread rains with scattered heavy to very heavy and isolated extremely heavy falls are predicted in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and...

29.08.2024 6

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Weather update for Karachi, Hyderabad, Sindh; more heavy rains expected

KARACHI – More widespread rains with gusty winds are expected in Karachi, Hyderabad and most parts of Sindh on Thursday night and remainder of this...

29.08.2024 3

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

German Embassy likely to limit Visa Processing for Pakistani students – here’s why

29.08.2024 5

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Arshad Nadeem gets Rs5 Lac Prize from Maulana Tariq Jamil for Olympic victory

Arshad Nadeem made history with his javelin throw at Paris Olympics 2024, where he was awarded gold medal, and the star athlete got huge praise...

14.08.2024 2

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

More monsoon rains predicted in Pakistan till August 18

14.08.2024 2

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Petrol Price in Pakistan from August 14, 2024

ISLAMABAD – The government of Pakistan has announced relief on petrol, diesel prices by up to Rs8.47 per litre as gift on Independece Day. In...

14.08.2024 3

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Saudi Riyal to PKR rate today – 14 August 2024

KARACHI – The buying rate for Saudi Arabia Riyal in Pakistan stands at Rs73.85 while the selling rate stands at Rs74.55 on Wednesday in open...

14.08.2024 2

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Services Chiefs felicitate nation on Independence Day

14.08.2024 2

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Research & education: Twin pillars of societal development

06.08.2024 2

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

CPEC: Prospects and challenges

HISTORY shows that alliances enable states to prosper greatly. Global power dynamics shift when states unite to showcase their economic and...

31.07.2024 4

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan

Dealing with corruption

CORRUPTION is perceived differently in various societies. The individual deemed corrupt is usually the one who opts for immoral tactics to amass...

23.07.2024 2

Pakistan Observer

Waqar Hassan