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In Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: The lensman and the lashkar
K-P has really been the centre of attention ever since the War on Terror broke out. But what is there to see?
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Karachi: Mixed and matchless
“Karachi is a mini-Pakistan.” You may roll your eyes at this, but that doesn’t make it any less true.
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Challenges faced by Pakistan will strengthen its will: Kayani
Kayani says 14th August 1947 is an indication that will of Muslims to establish a separate homeland was indomitable.
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President offers message of hope on Independence Day
“We will rise from the ashes and build a strong Pakistan,” said President Zardari.
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Festivities: Schools plans colourful activities
Students at all levels must be educated about the history and culture of the country.
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The Independence Day’s usual suspects
Islamabad to celebrate August 14 with all its eccentricities.
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The green flag unfurled: a pictorial account
RAC organised a photo exhibition, displaying pictures of freedom fighters and leaders on the eve of Independence Day.
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Pakistan creates new anthem record
Karachi creates national anthem singing record
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Political parties begin ceremonies
Nawaz Sharif to give speech at Hazoori Bagh today.
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Distorting reality: From ‘Like a Prayer’ to the journey of Adam and Eve
Today, we are at a point where we do not know if we should be happy or afraid, says curator.
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No tickets for dangerous driving today
Traffic police say they will hand ‘dangerous drivers’ over to district police.
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SAFMA seminar: ‘Pakistan, India should develop common interests’
Nawaz Sharif says two countries should bond over shared heritage, culture.
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Celebrating freedom: Going green for the day
DCO says everyone should mark today with a vow to change.
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Patriotic zeal: City braces for I-Day celebrations
The Mall to be hotspot for cars and motorcycles.
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Celebrating August 14 (II)
The day is one where we commemorate the sacrifices given by those who came before us.
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Green unfurled
Distinguishing mark of our celebrations is confusion of whether we cherish our Muslimhood or our Pakistani identity.
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Islamabad police arrest two alleged terrorists
Suspects revealed, during interrogation, their plan of terrorist activities on independence day.
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The pros and cons of partitions
Partition of British India did not begin with a war, but perpetual conflict on Kashmir resulted in nuclear arsenals.
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On this Independence Day
The Pakistani mind is as subject to disorder as society itself.
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Keep the flag of hope flying
Flag-makers in Lahore celebrate Independence Day in the hope that patriotic fervour will pick up in the country.
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Rediscovering Pakistan
Our list can provide an intriguing insight into some of the gems of Pakistan.
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Sixty-four years of failure?
Each year August 14 generates empty rhetoric by ruling classes and corresponding cynicism by shrinking intelligentsia.