Politics of provincesThere is no good argument against the creation of more provinces. Then what cause withholds us to start that process? Politics. Our parochial, self-serving and divisive politics. This government led a...
Flogging fundamental rightsWe have often heard of the quote, 'I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it'. The quote is often attributed to Voltaire. However, interestingly, it wasn't coi...
Checklist for Pakistan visitI do not know about you but when I visit Pakistan, in addition to friends and relatives, I try and see politicians, civil servants, journalists and you know who. This fills in my blanks and also gives...
Overcharging by DSSSir: I am deeply dismayed by the dishonesty of the Diplomatic Shuttle Service (DSS), Islamabad in grossly overcharging the visa seekers who are compelled to use the shuttle service to go to the embass...
Injustice anywhereSir: 'Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.' Whenever I hear, see and experience injustice anywhere in the society, these afore-quoted words Martin Luther King Jr who wrote in his famo...
Understanding AmericaSir: For the past few months, unnecessary arguments and inappropriate controversies have been shrouding the USA, unnecessarily and for no fault. American President Donald Trump has been facing a lot o...
Shahjan MusjidSir: Shahjan Musjid is located in Thata. It was built by Mughal king Shahjan. Recently I have visited this mosque and found it in worst condition. It is our heritage, why we have neglected it? It is m...