The 2026 Taliban Criminal Code institutionalizes a rigid theocratic hierarchy, criminalizes religious diversity, and enforces gender and social oppression across Afghanistan. This analysis examines its
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Pakistan has cautioned the United Nations that India’s unilateral moves on the Indus Waters Treaty pose a serious threat to the country’s water security and
Karachi’s deadly Gul Plaza fire highlights deep failures in urban safety, regulation, and accountability.
Pakistan is emerging as a central player in a new trilateral defense framework with Saudi Arabia and Turkey, combining military strength, technology, and strategic influence.
Hate speech against Muslims has shifted from sporadic incidents to a politically endorsed campaign, with 1,318 events in 2025 averaging four per day and nearly
Cricket as a Historical Bridge Cricket has historically been more than a sport in South Asia; it has been a bridge across political divides, a
The International Crisis Group labels Pakistan the worst-hit by the Taliban’s return, highlighting cross-border militancy, TTP inaction, and the urgent need for regional security.
Cricket in South Asia is increasingly reflecting regional politics, power dynamics, and assertions of sovereignty.
Iran’s latest wave of protests reflects deep domestic economic strains. External reactions, however, suggest the persistence of long-standing geopolitical patterns.