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Views and News Editorial : Sharif vs Khan tussle must not harm democracy
EDITORIAL BOARD There is a pattern with Pakistani politics that despite the obvious benefits of democracy, some segments including those genuinely frustrated with economic deprivation, and a typical class of politicians – motivated by self-interest- show...Nov 1, 2016 1070 0 -
Amnesty International slams Pakistan crackdown on opposition; urges release of activists
As the Nawaz Sharif government continued heavy-handed action against PTI protesters, Amnesty International urged Islamabad to “immediately and unconditionally” release hundreds of opposition activists and “lift restrictions on their movement. In a statement the AI asked...Nov 1, 2016 812 0 -
Hillary Clinton calls email development deeply troubling; demands clarity
Hillary Clinton has demanded immediate release of more information about the latest FBI probe related to her private emails as secretary of state and criticized timing of the development days ahead of November 8 election. At...Oct 30, 2016 929 0 -
What will shape relationship between Congress and new US president?
If current opinion polls are right, on November 8th Hillary Clinton is likely to be elected America’s 45th president. If that happens she will be inaugurated early next year, and will then begin to lead a...Oct 28, 2016 976 0 -
Political discussion on social media – interesting or annoying?
Do you like or dislike political stories and opinions on the social media while offline and all over the electronic and print media as well the talk of a long bitter campaign reaches pretty much all...Oct 28, 2016 1441 0 -
US backs Pakistan’s democratic government; upholds peaceful right of protest
As Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf leader Imran Khan threatens to stage a mass protest against Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif in Islamabad, the United States has indicated its support for the elected government while also upholding the right to...Oct 26, 2016 751 0 -
IMF Chief favors transparency, as Pakistan braces for political fight over corruption allegations
FEATURED IMAGE above shows Constitution Ave, Islamabad, Photo: By Zacharie Grossen via Wikimedia Commons Managing Director International Monetary Fund, Christine Lagarde has called Panama and Bahamas Leaks a matter of honesty, transparency and accountability. On the...Oct 26, 2016 1079 0 -
‘Spread Hummus, Not Hate’ rallying cry echoes at American University
A rally of religious leaders, interfaith activists, academics and students at the American University pledged to work toward thwarting religious discrimination and bigotry in accordance with American ideals of pluralism and inclusiveness. Assembling under the banner...Oct 25, 2016 1661 1 -
Bill Murray capitvates Washingtonians with Mark Twain Prize, White House appearances
Bill Murray, King of Comedy, took Washington by storm with appearances at the White House briefing room and the Kennedy Center, which celebrated his art with award of Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. The actor...Oct 24, 2016 1015 0 -
New Hillary Clinton campaign ad features Pakistani American Khizr Khan
Nearly four months after he first spoke out against Donald Trump at the Democratic National Convention, Khizr Khan is taking on the Republican presidential candidate yet again. A new commercial released by Hillary Clinton’s campaign Friday...Oct 22, 2016 962 0