by Faisal Shakeel


Ever thought what would happen if a van or a truck in front of your car at a traffic signal blew up? It is a scary thought, which crawls up your spine to the back of your head.

by Asif Akhtar

Over the past few days I've been having conversations with different people about multiculturalism versus cultural isolationism. My interest in this dichotomy was sparked to a greater extent after encountering the public display of affection v. cultural values debate raging on one of Lahore's posher university campuses.

by Asif Akhtar


Like any sprawling urban metropolis, Lahore has a rich historical tradition driven by the raids, conquests, and repossessions of many a power-broker reigning supreme over the region. Through the ebb and flow of history, the heart of Punjab has swapped several hands, and has been the jewel of many empires.

by Faisal Shakeel

Eleven years old Ali Ahsan breathed his last under the debris of a wall, which collapsed in a stampede caused by baton-wielding policemen dispersing a crowd buying subsidised wheat flour on September 2.