German Unity Day

A Celebration of Freedom, Progress and Partnership Background and Importance of Celebrating German Unity DayEvery year on October 3, the people of Germany commemorate one of the most defining moments in their modern history — the Day of German Unity (Tag der Deutschen Einheit). The day marks the reunification of East and West Germany in…

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The Spirit of Teamwork

How Pakistan Regained its Global Respect I still remember the 1982 Hockey World Cup with a sense of pride and nostalgia. At that time, Pakistan’s hockey team stood as an embodiment of excellence, discipline and teamwork. The field was graced by legends such as Manzoor-ul-Hassan Senior, Qazi Muhib-ur-Rehman, Rasheed-ul-Hassan, Abdul Rasheed Junior, Hassan Sardar, Kaleem…

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Global and Regional Terrorism

A Comparative Review of Asia’s Security Landscape AbstractThis paper analyses the evolving terrorism landscape in Asia with a particular focus on Pakistan, Afghanistan, and India. Drawing on the Global Terrorism Index (GTI) 2025 and regional data, it argues that Pakistan remains the principal victim of terrorism—not its exporter. The evidence reveals that most terrorist violence…

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Veon and Starlink Link – UP

Pakistan’s National Security Dilemma According to a recent corporate announcement VEON, the parent company of JAZZ, has partnered with STARLINK to launch Direct-to-Cell satellite services in VEON-operated markets, aiming to expand connectivity to remote and underserved areas. Jazz is Pakistan’s leading mobile network and digital services provider. This collaboration will integrate Starlink’s technology into Jazz’s…

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Empowering the Future with Smart Solutions

An insightful event was organised by the Pathfinder Group on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at AmaaniBagh Angoori, Islamabad. The event “Empowering the Future with Smart Solutions” highlighted the Group’s digital financial revolution by its Digital Revolution Division (DRD). Distinguished corporate leaders, technologists, policymakers, and innovators deliberated on the future of smart technologies and digital transformation…

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Maj Shabbir Sharif Shaheed

A Hero for All Seasons The soldier on the DJ Cover, Maj Shabbir Sharif Shaheed, obtained Shahadat on Dec 6, 1971 in the Sulemanki Sector. He belongs to an illustrious family, his maternal uncle Maj Raja Aziz Bhatti Shaheed won the Nishan-e-Haider in 1965, his younger brother Gen Raheel Sharif became the COAS Pakistan Army…

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Operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos

Strategic Repercussions of the 2025 Indo-Pak Conflict The astounding success of Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos (OBM) has severely dented the ‘Hindutva’ ideology in general and hurt its proponents in particular. The modern day India and its governance have over-arching influence of not only Hindutva ideology bit also draws inspiration from the centuries old Chanakya ideology….

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