What was your first job as a journalist?
Sub-editor on the web desk of The Express Tribune.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
Never, but always wanted to.
How is social media changing news?
Twitter has brought about the era of 'real-time journalism', which has a huge impact on how news is shared.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Will McAvoy, Newsroom TV series.
What's your favorite social network?
Twitter, by far. It's my ultimate source of news.
Who do you wish followed you?
Najam Sethi, Nadeem F. Paracha, Declan Walsh, Matthew Green, Paul Danahar, Trevor Timm, Dave Weigel, Blake Hounshell
Why did you become a journalist?
I wanted to be a part of the national and global conversation about Pakistan. I also wanted to help shape that conversation.
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
No, my high school didn't offer one.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
I have yet to write an original piece that I've reported on.
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Do you value your sanity? If yes, this is not the profession for you.
