Stories by Taha Ali
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
Electronic voting machines can have numerous benefits but are no panacea for electoral fraud. In fact, they may be more vulnerable
Updated 18 Nov, 2021 04:27pm
