Articles by Shizza Jasmin

The Chatroom: Ali Salman on Pakistan's energy, television and career lessons

Television host, entrepreneur and chemical engineer Ali Salman joins The Chatroom with Shizza to discuss Pakistan's investment opportunities, television industry, entrepreneurship and the experiences that shaped his career across media and business.

July 2, 2026

The Chatroom: Umar Saleem on comedy, viral content and breaking conventions

Digital creator, comedian and actor Umar Saleem joins The Chatroom with Shizza to discuss his journey from online content to television, the realities of Pakistan's creator economy, stand-up comedy, family expectations and the challenges of staying relevant in the digital age.

June 27, 2026

The Chatroom: Dan Qayyum on diplomacy, branding and geopolitics

Media strategist Dan Qayyum joins The Chatroom with Shizza to discuss Pakistan's global image, nation branding, public diplomacy and regional geopolitics, offering insights into strategic communications, international narratives and the country's evolving role in world affairs.

June 4, 2026

'Cheese paratha guy' Luke Damant and Don Rob on Pakistan's food, people, and hospitality

Renowned vloggers Luke Damant, associated with Globie.io, and Don Rob joined Chatroom with Shizza for a conversation about Pakistan's food, people and hospitality

May 27, 2026

How Islamabad celebrated Chand Raat before Eid al-Adha festivities

Families crowd markets and cattle bazaars across Islamabad during Chand Raat as residents make last-minute preparations ahead of Eid al-Adha celebrations in the Pakistani capital.

May 27, 2026

Pakistan cuts circular debt by $2.87 billion, targets zero by term-end

Talking to Pakistan TV Digital, Energy Minister Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari says Pakistan is preparing to sharply reduce imported fuel dependence, reform electricity subsidies, expand renewable energy capacity and prevent summer power shortages nationwide.

May 16, 2026

How identity politics keeps putting Indian stars in power

May 8, 2026

In last 24 hours: Pause in US-Iran talks, but both sides praise Pakistan's peace efforts

In last 24 hours: Pause in US-Iran talks, but both sides praise Pakistan's peace efforts

April 26, 2026

Why Islamabad matters as US-Iran talks shift global focus

Upcoming negotiations follow a fragile two-week ceasefire, brokered through Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement, positioning the country as a neutral facilitator between two long-standing adversaries.

April 10, 2026