The Centrum Media
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TCM Presenter

Talha Ahad

Host & Executive Producer

25 episodes8 articles

Founder of The Centrum Media. Host of The Big Question and Talha Ahad Podcast.

Episodes

10 published

Articles

8 published
SECURITY

Pakistan's Defence Modernization: What Lies Ahead in 2025

From JF-17 Block III to Project AZM, Pakistan's defence industry is undergoing a transformation. We look at the key programs shaping the country's military future.

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ECONOMY

CPEC Phase II: Can It Revive Pakistan's Economy?

With new SEZs, railway upgrades, and agricultural corridors, CPEC Phase II promises economic transformation. But can Pakistan deliver on the ground this time?

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GEOPOLITICS

How the Iran-Israel Conflict Is Reshaping the Middle East

The escalating tensions between Iran and Israel are redrawing alliances and threatening stability across the region. We analyze the key flashpoints and what they mean for Pakistan.

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ECONOMY

Pakistan's Tech Startup Boom: From Karachi Garages to Global Markets

Pakistani startups raised over $300M last year. From fintech to edtech, a new generation of founders is building for scale. We profile the ecosystem.

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MEDIA

The Changing Face of Pakistani Media: From TV Studios to YouTube Channels

Traditional TV viewership is declining while digital-first creators are capturing millions. TCM examines how Pakistan's media landscape is being reshaped by the internet.

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GEOPOLITICS

Kashmir in 2025: Geopolitical Shifts and the Road Ahead

Five years after the revocation of Article 370, what has changed in Kashmir? We examine the ground reality, diplomatic shifts, and what lies ahead.

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POLITICS

Balochistan's Development Paradox: Rich Resources, Poor People

Pakistan's largest province by area is its poorest by every development metric. What systemic failures keep Balochistan trapped, and what would real change look like?

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SECURITY

Inside Pakistan's Organised Crime Networks

From land mafias to smuggling cartels, organised crime operates in the shadows of Pakistan's economy. An investigation into networks that thrive on institutional gaps.

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