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20th April, 2013
Two days, two videos: Political satire galore
Beyghairat Brigade hits out against the establishment in a powerful new song while 'Naa Maloom Afraad' have their own message.
Beyghairat Brigade hits out against the establishment in a powerful new song while 'Naa Maloom Afraad' have their own message.
4th April, 2013
Poll: Pakistani youth disenchanted with democracy
''You keep looting national wealth, and you tell us to bear with it because it's democracy,'' a surveyed youth lashes.
''You keep looting national wealth, and you tell us to bear with it because it's democracy,'' a surveyed youth lashes.
4th April, 2013
Democracy to flourish despite conspiracies: Zardari
We took bold decisions in the larger interest of the country and people, and to secure the future of our coming generations despite so many challenges.” said Zardari.
We took bold decisions in the larger interest of the country and people, and to secure the future of our coming generations despite so many challenges.” said Zardari.
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18th March, 2013
South Asia ‘Democracy’ Express (Slow)
Does this train have a destination? Or will it perennially remain between stations? Hop on with Amit Baruah.
Does this train have a destination? Or will it perennially remain between stations? Hop on with Amit Baruah.
27th February, 2013
Herald exclusive: Men on a mission
Qadri’s spiel about saving the state is a time-tested trope with strong historical roots and one that unfortunately still seems to resonate, writes Umair Javed.
Qadri’s spiel about saving the state is a time-tested trope with strong historical roots and one that unfortunately still seems to resonate, writes Umair Javed.
21st February, 2013
Democratic forces to foil all conspiracies against democracy: Kaira
Federal Information Minister Qamar Zaman Kaira said that conspiracies against democracy were not something new but democratic forces would foil all such efforts to derail the system.
Federal Information Minister Qamar Zaman Kaira said that conspiracies against democracy were not something new but democratic forces would foil all such efforts to derail the system.
11th February, 2013
Political forces must unite against plot to delay polls: Sattar
The MQM’s deputy convener told media representatives that violence could be used in an attempt to postpone the elections.
The MQM’s deputy convener told media representatives that violence could be used in an attempt to postpone the elections.
31st January, 2013
No turning back from democracy now, says PM
Prime Minister Raja Pervaiz Ashraf also said that the military, judiciary and media would stand with political forces to thwart attempts to sabotage the people's mandate.
Prime Minister Raja Pervaiz Ashraf also said that the military, judiciary and media would stand with political forces to thwart attempts to sabotage the people's mandate.
16th January, 2013
Democracy seen in decline around the world: US study
The annual report by the Freedom House non-governmental organization found 90 countries now enjoyed full freedom.
The annual report by the Freedom House non-governmental organization found 90 countries now enjoyed full freedom.
3rd January, 2013
Qadri not a threat to any party: Kaira
The information minister said Tahirul Qadri should explain his reform agenda to the media if he was hesitant to discuss it with the government or opposition.
The information minister said Tahirul Qadri should explain his reform agenda to the media if he was hesitant to discuss it with the government or opposition.
30th December, 2012
Democracy cannot be derailed, says Raja
Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf announced categorically that the general election would be held on time in accordance with the Constitution in a fair, free and transparent manner.
Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf announced categorically that the general election would be held on time in accordance with the Constitution in a fair, free and transparent manner.
25th December, 2012
A transforming reminder of Ceausescu
While the Palace of the Parliament remains one of the most controversial projects of Ceausescu's rule, it is one that has gradually found a place in the nation's psyche.
While the Palace of the Parliament remains one of the most controversial projects of Ceausescu's rule, it is one that has gradually found a place in the nation's psyche.
24th December, 2012
Qadri wants electoral reforms, interim govt in three weeks
Tehrik-i-Minhajul Quran chief Dr Tahirul Qadri has given Islamabad three weeks to announce an independent interim government which could hold fair and transparent elections within 90 days.
Tehrik-i-Minhajul Quran chief Dr Tahirul Qadri has given Islamabad three weeks to announce an independent interim government which could hold fair and transparent elections within 90 days.
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16th November, 2012
A tale of two rickshaws
“I’ll vote for the party that promises to cut down the prices for three things: Coffins, roses and two yards of land in any graveyard. Not a bad deal if the winning party makes it easier for the poor to die?”
“I’ll vote for the party that promises to cut down the prices for three things: Coffins, roses and two yards of land in any graveyard. Not a bad deal if the winning party makes it easier for the poor to die?”
25th September, 2012
Obama vows before UN to halt Iran bomb
“Make no mistake. A nuclear-armed Iran is not a challenge that can be contained. It would threaten the elimination of Israel, the security of Gulf nations, and the stability of the global economy,” Obama said.
“Make no mistake. A nuclear-armed Iran is not a challenge that can be contained. It would threaten the elimination of Israel, the security of Gulf nations, and the stability of the global economy,” Obama said.
23rd September, 2012
Rabbani wants NLC generals tried in civil courts
Senator Rabbani said: “It appears strange that retired generals will be reinstated and then tried. Serving military officers should face court martial, but the retired ones be tried in civil courts.”
Senator Rabbani said: “It appears strange that retired generals will be reinstated and then tried. Serving military officers should face court martial, but the retired ones be tried in civil courts.”
9th September, 2012
Call to foil Sept 13 strike: Altaf lashes out at PML-N, nationalists
Mr Hussain vowed that the MQM and the PPP would not only save democracy but would also save the country by enforcing the new local government ordinance.
Mr Hussain vowed that the MQM and the PPP would not only save democracy but would also save the country by enforcing the new local government ordinance.
7th September, 2012
PML-F, PML-Q oppose local govt set-up
Jam Madad Ali wondered why the PPP wanted to enforce the new system through an ordinance when it could easily get a bill passed by its members in the house.
Jam Madad Ali wondered why the PPP wanted to enforce the new system through an ordinance when it could easily get a bill passed by its members in the house.
15th August, 2012
Regenerating our democracy
All South Asian nations – at various stages of democratisation – are confronting an entrenchment of political dynasties and a consequent increase in inequality.
All South Asian nations – at various stages of democratisation – are confronting an entrenchment of political dynasties and a consequent increase in inequality.
8th August, 2012
No confrontation between govt and judiciary: Kaira
Federal Information Minister Qamar Zaman Kaira said that legislation is the right of parliament and that no institution has the right to intervene in the legislative process.
Federal Information Minister Qamar Zaman Kaira said that legislation is the right of parliament and that no institution has the right to intervene in the legislative process.
