Explainers Desk

In Karachi, a new kind of nightlife is drawing young crowds under neon lights. There is loud music, dancing and social media posts in real time. What is missing is alcohol. The music ends early. The venues are licensed. Cameras monitor the space. These “sober raves” reflect a broader shift in how young Pakistanis socialise … Read more

In international cricket, gestures of principle often dominate headlines. Strategy, by contrast, tends to unfold more quietly. Pakistan’s decision to go ahead with its February 15 T20 World Cup match against India fits more into the latter category, reflecting a calculation shaped by financial, diplomatic and competitive realities. The initial announcement of a boycott achieved … Read more