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Pakistan’s Oval Victory and the auspicious August
The final Test between Pakistan and England commenced on August 11, 2016 — the day Hanif Mohammad ended his mortal innings at age 81. On August 17, 1954, it was Hanif who accomplished the runout throw...Aug 25, 2016 987 0 -
Indian literati in Washington area mark Independence Day with poetry
Aligarh Alumni Association, Washington (AAA-DC) and Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO)-Metropolitan Washington Chapter organized the 9th Annual Mushaira-Kavi Sammelan here at the Arlington Central Library. More than 120 writers and poets attended the event on...Aug 25, 2016 969 0 -
Indian actress faces sedition charges for praising Pakistani hospitality
Even a small gesture towards peaceful relations like acknowledging Pakistan’s hospitality comes at a cost in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s India, locked in a tit-for-tat escalation with its neighbor over Kashmir unrest. Appreciation for Pakistani hospitality...Aug 25, 2016 1857 0 -
Pakistan dethrones India to become world’s top cricket team
Leaving the uncertainties about its inclusion in next World Cricket Cup much behind, Pakistan have risen to number one position in International Cricket Council rankings for the first time. They have snatched the top position from...Aug 23, 2016 866 0 -
End humanitarian shame in Syria – UN
The United Nations humanitarian chief has appealed to the United States and Russia to rapidly reach agreement on the security guarantees and operational modalities for a ceasefire in the war-torn Syrian city of Aleppo so aid...Aug 23, 2016 794 0 -
Rio Olympics conclude with glitter, glory and spirit of togetherness
A glittering gathering with a riot of green and gold and samba dance all came together to say goodbye to Rio Olympics in Brazil’s bustling city, reflecting the triumph of talent and enthusiasm over odds in...Aug 22, 2016 874 0 -
Yemeni conflict uproots more than three million people
More than three million Yemenis have been displaced by the ongoing conflict between the Yemeni government and the Houthi group in Yemen, the UN said as the conflict continued to make life miserable for millions of...Aug 22, 2016 808 0 -
Pakistani American aide hopeful Trump will ratchet down rhetoric about Muslims
Sajid Tarar, founder of Muslims for Trump, is hopeful that Donald Trump would change his rhetoric about Muslims after the GOP candidate expressed regrets for sometimes saying things that caused personal pain to people. “It’s my...Aug 22, 2016 1508 1 -
Global Beat panel to discuss Election 2016 & South Asians at Sep. 3 event
The US presidential Election 2016 continues to generate both interest and confusion. Adding a new dimension are reports and polls that both the candidates, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are among the least popular major-party candidates...Aug 22, 2016 913 0 -
Biden to visit Turkey amid growing regional challenges
Vice President Joseph Biden will visit Ankara on Wednesday to “reaffirm our commitment to work together with Turkey, our valued NATO Ally and partner, to confront the scourge of terrorism,” the White House said Sunday. Biden’s...Aug 21, 2016 812 0