Stories by Taha Ali
The debate over cryptocurrency in the Muslim world is still evolving, raising questions not only about digital assets but about the nature of money and the financial systems built around it.
Updated 07 Oct, 2026 11:08am
A bold national experiment once promised to transform Pakistan into a ‘knowledge economy.’ But, a little over two decades later...
Published 19 Apr, 2026 09:05am
A follow-up to one man’s recounting of whimsical stories from his life retains the original’s wit and nostalgic narration of an...
Published 25 Jan, 2026 09:33am
In an era of rampant public distrust — where governments lie, scientists manipulate and history is rewritten — conspiracy theories
Published 29 Jun, 2025 10:48am
Our phones have become our constant companions, yet research shows their mere presence drains our focus and fuels addiction…
Published 06 Apr, 2025 05:59am
This season has made it abundantly clear that smog will continue to get worse.
Updated 19 Jan, 2025 10:26am
The memoirs of a decorated army officer’s wife describes the idiosyncrasies of military life, the glamour of travel, and also the
Published 10 Nov, 2024 10:02am
Life has certainly gotten faster over the years, with technology a key reason for the acceleration. But is this desire for speed,
Published 06 Oct, 2024 09:12am
The ancient practice of yoga is a worldwide phenomenon due to its many touted mental and physical health benefits. But do these
Published 23 Jun, 2024 08:07am
A relatively slim but erudite and insightful book provides a guided tour, traversing nature, science, economics and politics, into
Published 02 Jun, 2024 08:09am
A book of autobiographical episodes is a brisk and witty narrative about adventures of all types, that leaves the reader craving
Published 19 Nov, 2023 07:50am
A reprint of a long out-of-publication book has the great A.H. Kardar himself recounting how the Pakistan cricket team cemented...
Published 27 Aug, 2023 08:57am
Conspiracy theories now dominate the mainstream. Two British journalists provide a quick and entertaining primer to this topsy
Published 02 Apr, 2023 09:18am
An American author provides a simplified introduction to French thinker Rene Girard’s compelling insights into human desire
Published 25 Sep, 2022 12:00pm
Despite the misgivings of the opposition, overseas voting is now officially the law of the land in Pakistan. With one of the
Updated 27 Feb, 2022 10:25am
Making sense of crypto
Updated 31 Oct, 2021 01:26pm
An important documentation of popular Thari folk songs not only introduces the reader to their rustic beauty, but also...
Published 03 Oct, 2021 07:11am
How can we make electronic voting count?
Updated 15 Aug, 2021 10:03am
Instead of simply focusing on outdated machines, shouldn’t Pakistan be building an electoral system where individual...
Published 16 May, 2021 05:45am
A taut and fast-paced debut novel shines a bright light on the marginalisation of the minority and poor communities of Pakistan...
Published 11 Apr, 2021 07:08am
