Pakistan's Youngest Tennis Star
“I want to win more Grand Slams than Serena Williams and be number one in the world.” Ten-year-old Haniya Minhas is rewriting Pakistan’s tennis history. From her first tournament in Dubai to chasing global glory, this feature explores what fuels her ambition, the ultimate dream—and the role of financial support.
RISC-V and the Future of Chip Design
Naveed Sherwani, Silicon Valley–based CEO of SiFive, leads a fabless semiconductor company building customized silicon with RISC-V, highlighting its transformative potential and the importance of collaboration with China to develop secure chips and reduce reliance on foreign technology.
Golfing In Green
Aania Farooq, Pakistan’s top female golfer and seven-time CAS Open Golf Champion, balances golf with dental studies while pursuing pro dreams. In this piece, she shares insights on life in cricket’s shadow, national pride, and advice to her younger self.
The 'Baloch Bolt'
Pakistani sprinter Mueed Baloch, known as the “Baloch Bolt,” began his journey in a small-town race and went on to win medals on the international stage. Yet even with his success, he highlights the lack of support and recognition for athletes in Pakistan.
The Pakistani Hornet
“Wearing the Pakistani shirt in the final of the US Junior Open was a proud moment for me,” says Huzaifa Ibrahim, who began playing squash at five and now dreams of becoming a world champion. From his first win in Peshawar to titles in Qatar, his passion has only grown.
A Champion Spirit: Kulsoom Hazara
Kulsoom Hazara, a multiple gold medalist in Asian and South Asian karate championships, reflects on growing up too soon, her Hazara heritage, representing Pakistan on the international stage, and mentoring the next generation of female athletes.
Doctors in Your Smartphone
Dr. Sara Saeed Khurram and Dr. Iffat Zafar Aga’s Sehat Kahani addresses Pakistan’s female doctor shortage through video consultations and clinics, emerging as a key telemedicine provider. This blog explores their journey, mobile app for online healthcare, and future expansion plans.
Valuing the Journey, Not Just the Goals
Muzaffar Bukhari, founder of VLC challenges traditional teaching methods, emphasizing emotional development alongside academics. In this feature, he discusses VLC’s play-centered approach and nurturing self-awareness in children.
Fatima Bhutto and the stories around us
"People are fundamentally allergic to intolerance, hate, and division," says Fatima Bhutto, acclaimed Pakistani writer and columnist. She speaks about the performative vulgarity of today’s leadership, the growing toxicity of social media, and the power of culture to both manipulate and elevate public perception.
Capital Market Insights with Nasir Ali Shah Bukhari
Nasir Ali Shah Bukhari, Chairman of KASB Group, has shaped Pakistan’s capital markets for over four decades. In this blog post, he reflects on his family legacy, global investment deals, market sustainability, and Pakistan’s tech-driven future.
A Moving Tale of Resilience - The Story of KDSP
“We were made to believe… that our daughter’s life was not worthy of living,” says Ali Allawala. Ali and Farzeen’s daughter, born with Down syndrome, inspired them to found KDSP - A Down Syndrome Organisation in 2014. The nonprofit supports families, champions inclusion, and challenges stigma.
Of Wit, Wisdom, and Service to the Written Word - In Conversation with Mohammed Hanif
The acclaimed author and journalist Mohammed Hanif, author of A Case of Exploding Mangoes, discusses the solitude and struggle of writing, the challenges of censorship, and connecting through social media.
Heroes among us: Air Cdre. (r) Shabbir Ahmed Khan and the story of Rashidabad
This is the story of two wars and two generations—of a young PAF officer named after a fallen hero, and of Air Commodore (R) Shabbir Ahmed Khan who dedicated his life to building a welfare city.
La France à Karachi — Florence Villiers and Café Flo
Born in France, Florence Willers travelled far beyond what she imagined. In this feature, the founder of Karachi’s Café Flo reflects on falling in love, raising a family in Pakistan, and building one of the city’s most enduring restaurants.
Dr. Ishrat Husain's book - The Economy of Modern Sindh
“Work means nothing without passion. If you don’t have passion, life becomes distress,” says Dr. Ishrat Husain, reflecting on his journey from being Governor, State Bank of Pakistan to Dean, IBA Karachi. In this interview, he discusses the process and key insights behind his book The Economy of Modern Sindh.
A Passion to Serve - The Story of Dr. Bari and The Indus Hospital
“Dreams are not what you see while sleeping. They are what keep you awake at night,” says Dr. Abdul Bari Khan, founder of Indus Hospital, reflecting on his journey of building a nationwide, free healthcare network.
The story behind SIUT and Pakistan's national treasure: Dr Adeeb Rizvi
“The future of SIUT is very bright, because it is not run by one person…but by the people who are working here,” says Dr. Adeeb Rizvi, Founder of SIUT, as he speaks about the remarkable, not-for-profit hospital.
Meet Pakistan's pret wear pioneer - TeeJay
“I didn’t invent the shalwar qameez — I just caught hold of the modern version of it, and then it didn’t stop,” says pioneering designer Tanveer Jamshed aka TeeJay. He reflects on his journey through fashion and advertising, his father's influence, and how his daughter Feeha carries his legacy forward.
Usman Riaz and Pakistan's First Hand-Drawn Animation Studio
“Bloom where you are planted,” says Usman Riaz, founder of Mano Animation Studios, who chose to stay in Pakistan and create the country’s first hand-drawn animated feature — proving that this art form could thrive in Pakistan.
The Story of One of Pakistan's Largest Textile Producers
"For the company's culture to change, I had to transform myself first," says Fawad Anwar, Managing Director of AlKaram Textile Mills (Pvt) Ltd., one of Pakistan’s largest textile producers. In this rare interview, he speaks about the the company's legacy, his leadership, and Pakistan's textile exports.