Urging the nation to act urgently, President Asif Ali Zardari has said that the attackers of Malala Yousafzai were making efforts to destroy Pakistan, adding that the young peace activist represents the resilience of our girls and women. In his message on International Malala Day, the president said that that the young girl was […]
Former Director Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) Lt-Gen (Retd) Asad Durrani has said Rs140 million were collected for politicians, out of which Rs 70 million were distributed while the rest went into the ISI’s fund. While interviewing to a private TV channel, the former spy chief said that he was not aware of the funds being […]
Nov 10 2012 | Posted in
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The United Nations (UN) is observing November 10 (Saturday) as Malala Day, honoring the courage of 15-year-old education activist Malala Yousafzai, who was shot in the head by Taliban when she was in way home from school. In the meantime, over million people have signed global petitions calling for Pakistani schoolgirl activist Malala Yousafzai […]
Newly appointed American Ambassador to Pakistan Richard Olson has said that a military operation in North Waziristan is the internal matter of Pakistan. “We share the concern of the government of Pakistan. The country has made more sacrifices in the war against extremism that any other country,” Olson said. In an interview to […]
Nov 9 2012 | Posted in
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President Asif Ali Zardari urged the nation to rebuild Pakistan in accordance with the dreams and vision of the great visionary and poet of east, Allama Muhammad Iqbal. In his message on the 135th birth anniversary of Allama Muhammad Iqbal, he said that this could best be done by understanding Islam in the light […]
Pakistan is probably the only place now where the Chief Justice and Army Chief make political statements whenever they deem it necessary to, which is exactly the reason why we have been forced to be living with a weakening system of government ever since independence. Had the Army Chief been of the United States, […]
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif has called for complete harmony among all state institutions for the progress and prosperity of the country. His statement came to the light amidst talk of confrontation between the military and the judiciary. A statement issued by him stated, “Everyone – including politicians, judges and generals […]
Nov 8 2012 | Posted in
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Finally, the letter to Swiss authorities for reopening graft cases against President Asif Ali Zardari was written and sent through the Foreign Office on November 5. According to PTV the letter was sent to Swiss authorities by Foreign Office and the text of the letter is same as agreed between SC and Law Minister. […]
Nov 8 2012 | Posted in
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Rejecting the impression of ISI’s support for establishing his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan said that he would quit politics if anyone could prove he had taken money from Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). While interviewing to an Indian daily, the cricketer-turned-politician stated, “I will quit politics if anyone can prove I have taken […]
At least six people including a senior police officer were reported killed while over 30 sustained severe injuries when a blast targeting police vehicle exploded in Qissa Khawani Bazaar area of Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Wednesday. According to the reports, a blast targeted the vehicle of Assistant Superintendent Police (ASP) Investigations, Hilal Haider. The blast […]
Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf has said full potential of South Asia could only be realized by resolving differences peacefully and solving problems purposefully. Addressing the SAARC parliamentarians, the premier said the SAARC countries should develop a comprehensive and holistic strategy to address the challenges faced by the region. He was of the opinion that […]
Apparently, President Barack Obama will win a second term. One doesn’t have to have psychic powers, a crystal ball or a deck of Tarot cards to predict how the presidential election will pan today. But Barack Obama has a solid record and few flip flops on important issues. By contrast, Republican Mitt Romney is […]
Nov 6 2012 | Posted in
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