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Mukhtaran Mai: A story of extraordinary courage
How one woman turned an ordeal into an inspiration for the nation.
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Lack of political will the real problem
The primary source of the economic malaise is the government's inability to make hard decisions.
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Tax evasion: Bring the pain
Why the FBR must not be afraid of getting tough in its crackdown.
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Right on the money
Who profits when cricket fever hits the masses?
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The culture of pessimism: Why businessmen lie to make things sound worse
The least reliable source of information about the state of the Pakistani economy are its businessmen.
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The myth of Pakistan’s infinite gas reserves
How former president Musharraf has left the country with a gas shortage.
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Cautious optimism, despite outstanding month
Exports and remittances rise by over 40 per cent, inflation falls.
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Energy crisis: Time for Sindh to do the right thing
When it comes to energy, it is time for Sindh to cast off its traditional role as the smaller province.
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Why the PIA-Turkish Airlines deal is a good idea
Agreement will transform PIA into a “super connector,” to connect growing mass of intercontinental air travellers.
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The sad history of International Mother Tongue Day
Most Pakistanis are unaware that International Mother Tongue Day began with the killing of four students in Dhaka.
 
    








