Muhammad Amir Rana

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
No talks with TTP

No talks with TTP

If the TTP had been abandoned by the Taliban, much of their strength would have evaporated. Updated 16 Jun, 2024 10:07am
Price of peace

Price of peace

Colombians took 50 years to assess the strength of the resistance movement. Updated 09 Jun, 2024 10:24am
Chinese advice

Chinese advice

One can take precautionary steps against terrorist groups, but what about intolerance? Updated 02 Jun, 2024 09:25am
Mainstream Pakistan

Mainstream Pakistan

The state needs to navigate a delicate balance between satisfying citizens and meeting IMF goals. Updated 19 May, 2024 10:00am
Insurgency and social change

Insurgency and social change

Whenever anger flares against the state’s flawed policies, settlers become the targets. Updated 12 May, 2024 09:58am
Faizabad inquiry debate

Faizabad inquiry debate

Faizabad commission report neglects imperative for state institutions to abandon the use of religious groups for political purposes. Updated 21 Apr, 2024 10:12am
The big test ahead

The big test ahead

A concerning scenario could emerge if Iran utilises the full potential of its alleged proxies in the region, including in Pakistan. Updated 14 Apr, 2024 09:41am
Never-ending insurgency

Never-ending insurgency

The ‘securitisation’ standpoint has overshadowed political initiatives in Balochistan. Updated 07 Apr, 2024 09:37am
Maintaining security

Maintaining security

Handling security-related affairs in Pakistan is considered a slippery slope. Updated 17 Mar, 2024 09:37am