Faraz Ansari, Author at Focus Pakistan

Author: Faraz Ansari

Amid Mounting Debt Pressure PTCL Accumulated Losses Cross Rs50bn

Faraz AnsariFebruary 16, 2026

KARACHI: The Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has further deteriorated its financial position, with its accumulated losses exceeding Rs50.15 billion, following a net loss of Rs10.46 billion in FY2025. These latest results, reflected in the Annual Aggregate Report on State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) for FY25, highlight the increasing challenges faced by the telecom giant. PTCL Losses […]

US Prepares for Prolonged Military Operation Against Iran

Faraz AnsariFebruary 14, 2026

WASHINGTON: Senior American officials have claimed that the United States is preparing for a US military operation against Iran that could be prolonged and complex in nature. According to officials speaking to international media, Washington is not considering a short or symbolic strike but rather a sustained military campaign that could significantly raise risks for […]

Sober raves in Karachi as Gen Z youth attend an alcohol-free nightlife event

How Gen Z Is Redefining Nightlife Without Alcohol in Karachi

Faraz AnsariFebruary 13, 2026

KARACHI (Reuters): Sober raves in Karachi are transforming nightlife in Karachi as Gen Z embraces alcohol-free parties focused on music, safety, and wellness. Under glowing neon lights at a sports club, young professionals dance with iced lattes instead of liquor glasses. The music ends at 10pm sharp, and there is no alcohol, no drugs, and […]

Is $5 Billion Dubai Moon Project Taking Off?

Faraz AnsariFebruary 12, 2026

DUBAI: The idea of Dubai Moon project refuses to fade. Once every few months, speculation surrounding the $5 billion planned mixed-use development in the shape of the Moon starts doing the rounds on social media, complete with dramatic launch dates and specific locations. In fact, the project first gained traction in 2022 when Moon World […]

Ultra-processed food health risks highlighted in global addiction study

Ultra-Processed Foods ‘As Dangerous as Cigarettes’, Researchers Warn

Faraz AnsariFebruary 5, 2026

NEW YORK – That bag of crisps or the bottle of soda in your hand might be more than just a “guilty pleasure”, it could be a highly engineered addiction. Ultra-processed food health risks are drawing global alarm after a groundbreaking study by researchers from Harvard University, University of Michigan, and Duke University warned that […]

Record Number of Doctors Left Pakistan in 2025

Historic Exodus: Nearly 4,000 Physicians Left Pakistan in 2025

Faraz AnsariFebruary 4, 2026

ISLAMABAD: Nearly 4,000 doctors emigrated from Pakistan in 2025, marking the highest annual outflow of medical professionals in the country’s history. According to newly released data from the Bureau of Emigration (BOE), and corroborated by an independent report published by Gallup Pakistan in February 2026, this mass departure represents a significant demographic shift within the […]

Systems Limited’s rise as the top IT exporter of Pakistan highlights the growing strength of Pakistan IT exports in 2025 and the company’s global expansion.

Systems Limited Awarded for Top IT Exporter of Pakistan in 2025

Faraz AnsariFebruary 3, 2026

Islamabad: Pakistan’s leading technology and system integration company, Systems Limited has reached a major milestone in its development trajectory with the award of Top Exporter in the IT Sector for 2024-2025, an award that recognizes the company’s growing global footprint and export success. The award was received by the company’s Group Chief Executive Officer and […]

Govt allows Pakistan Cricket team to play against India in T-20 World Cup

Pakistan May Consider Boycotting India Match in T20 World Cup Amid ICC Dispute

Faraz AnsariJanuary 26, 2026

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan boycott of its high-profile match against India in the T20 World Cup is under consideration as tensions rise following Bangladesh’s exclusion from the tournament, sources close to the matter said on Thursday. Sources said the option of a Pakistan boycott is being evaluated as a symbolic protest against the ICC’s handling of Bangladesh’s […]

Pakistan Moves Toward Pakistan Economic Stability as Global Confidence Grows

Faraz AnsariJanuary 22, 2026

Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, has stated that the country is emerging from a challenging economic phase and steadily moving toward Pakistan economic stability. He noted that positive improvement is now visible across all major sectors of the economy, reflecting the effectiveness of recent policy measures and reforms. Addressing the Pakistan Breakfast Session at […]

Sufi Islam promoted under US soft power strategy in the Muslim world

Soft Power, Hard Lines: How Washington Shaped Faith and Crushed Politics Across The Muslim World

Faraz AnsariJanuary 20, 2026

Sufi Islam has quietly emerged as a central pillar of US soft power strategy in the Muslim world. For over two decades, the United States has pursued a convoluted and contentious strategy , which critics characterize as a dual-track policy of promoting “moderate” religious expressions while systematically suppressing political Islam. At the heart of this […]

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