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Employment and politics
The economy is neither growing at that rate nor is the government placing emphasis on developing the sectors.
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Dual nationality and cricket
The issue calls for greater sensitivity and right mindedness to ensure long lasting solution.
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The fourth estate
During the current political crisis we have not censored what one side said to the other and it should be appreciated.
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The PML-N mandate
If the PML-N overcomes the current crisis, it will have to totally review its governance and political management.
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A purely personal view of the debacle
Occasional outbursts, while frightening entrenched leaders, reminds them that they are not sacrosanct.
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Modi’s first major mistake
Though most Indian newspapers supported Modi on pulling out of talks, I think it is a mistake.
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Evolution on Steroids?
One wrong move and things could topple over. And then it will not just be the baby that gets thrown out.
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Lose-Lose
Survival perhaps will be granted, however on harsh terms, survival is rarely granted on anything less.
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Pot calling the kettle black?
Don't understand why PTI, PML-N, biggest beneficiaries of poll rigging, are pushing country to abyss via...
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Nations not wedded to peace
The talks between India and Pakistan have just not been given a chance, being broken almost as soon as they start.
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Pride and passion
When maximal is costly, optimal can be the best take-away. Take it.
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The foreign side of the Long March
It’s disappointing to see that even after 67 years of independence, this country is still under economic...
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How to be successful in forty days
Recognise that every one and every circumstance has value. And, more importantly, that you have value.
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Dharnomics
Dharnas are a feature of democracy, but turning them into vehicles against it is a worst political economy move.
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A burning kiln
Balochistan is in a political crisis and needs a well-sequenced road map and good will to undo the damage.
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How and why the MDGs remain elusive
UN need to engage with other development aid agencies to channel aid to achieve human development goals like the MDGs.
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Need for peace in Afghanistan
It seems West will leave Afghanistan again in shambles just as it left Iraq which practically split along ethnic lines
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Celebrating extraordinary Pakistanis
If we don’t share stories about Pakistan, no one else will.
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A weary state
The very last thing that our leaders want is a vibrant and energetic people with ideas above their station.
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High noon at midnight
The Nawaz regime is now only a few miles from midnight.
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End of Politics
The current march would not do anything but push the country towards the ‘end of politics’.
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Ideology and power
Political salvation lies in political means alone
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A political tailspin?
Imran Khan has matured intoa formidable political assets, a leader with ability to connect with the masses in a flash
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Modi’s dream for India
Modi understands the geo-strategic importance of neighbouring countries and wants to secure there total alignment.
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Just add women
The infusion of a novel perspective may be very welcome indeed. Just add women.
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A look at India’s new Army Chief
I hope political masters remain in charge of preventing a military chief from implementing a ‘military extravaganza’
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March as a microcosm
The solution, in the end, comes from not another long march. Instead the solutions will come from better planning.
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Tackling the menace of Boko Haram
Most pivotal issue requiring unified attention is the potential harm misogynistic groups can cause to generations.
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Meetha bolo, meetha socho
There is no need to carry your issues with the outside world into your home.
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The Islamic State — implications for Pakistan
The IS's grisly treatment of minorities and Shias will be a source of inspiration and financing for groups like LeJ
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Marches and forward movement
Sustained economic progress will not come about without political stability.
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Civil war & true democracy
It is certainly a matter of serious concern for all Pakistanis if army is hauled into this trap of political showdown
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Change the psyche
If we need to change things, we should start with our mindset.
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Directionless: trapped in a vicious cycle
The inability to learn from our history — or the writing on the wall — drifts us further to the abyss.
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A contrast in celebrating Independence
Why media is referring to PTI carnival as the Azadi March. I always thought Pakistan had gotten her freedom in 1947.
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Modi’s Independence Day speech
What India needs is internal change and social reform, and most of that is not the work of government.
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Pakistan’s Wretched of the Earth
Pakistan's Ahmadis have come perilously close to bearing resemblance with situation faced by the Jews of Nazi...
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Are you ‘free’?
All we can hope for is that the machinations of the monsters will ultimately lead to their devouring themselves.
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Behind the world’s anger
In the past decade like it or not our bonds with our states that connect emotions with their narratives grew stronger.
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Ziaul Haq, my grandfather
Zia did not run any political party like a family business, pass on mantle of power to his son, spouse, or sibling.
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Quaid’s betrayed legacy
With our dismal record in democratic tradition, we are now on crucial trial to determine how to restore Quaid’s legacy
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School enrolment is not enough
Our education policymakers have to acknowledge and address the lingering constraints plaguing education sector.
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One hundred years ago…
War is with us in abundance. And 2014 is the hundred-year anniversary of the start of World War 1.
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Hamas’s unwavering struggle
Hamas's demands for ending the occupation and allowing Palestinians to lead lives of dignity are fully justified.
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Am I Pakistani, or am I Indian?
For my family, the border between India and Pakistan has borne nothing but tears and heartaches.
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The tragedy of Partition
If someone were to tell me that Hinduism is greater in generosity or that Islam emits more love, I would beg to differ
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India and Pakistan: remembering why we parted
Each time we isolate different ethnic or religious groups from others, we sow seeds of alienation, separatism.
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Democracy & national security
Can we afford to have habitual liars and perennial cheats as our leaders?
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Unbearable heaviness of being
Principally, nationalism anywhere can get suffocating, but more so in a country morphing into newer shapes.
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Happy birthday, Pakistan
I would rather aspire towards the Pakistan that could have been than lament the Pakistan that is.