Author: Rashid Dar

Opinion

A Society at War With Accountability

For decades, Pakistan has struggled with a deep-rooted mindset of disregarding rules. Law-breaking has become so normalized that many citizens now treat it as a personal right rather than a wrongdoing. Whether it is traffic, business operations, public behavior, or civic responsibility, the prevailing attitude remains the same: do the […]

Opinion

Upholding Brotherhood: Pakistan’s Unwavering Stand on Palestine

The enduring bond between Pakistan and Palestine is far more than a political alignment; it is a profound, historical, spiritual, and moral connection rooted in the Islamic concept of brotherhood. Islam teaches, “A Muslim is the brother of another Muslim” (Sahih Bukhari). Likewise, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said that the believers […]

Opinion

Reforming the Police Department: A Call for Balance, Education, and Accountability

The Government of Pakistan must undertake serious and far-reaching steps to improve the work-life balance and professional standards within the police department. At present, police officers are overworked, under-trained, and often deprived of basic human needs such as proper rest, family time and predictable schedules. This unrelenting pressure directly impacts […]