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[30 Sep 2011 | Comments Off | Newsline Editorial Staff]
Looking Back at Mirza’s Game-Changing Press Conference

Newsline asked three analysts, Amir Zia, Ghazi Salahuddin, and I.A. Rehman to give their take on what they heard during Zulfiqar Mirza’s two-hour solo diatribe.

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[30 Sep 2011 | Comments Off | I. A. Rehman]
Loose Cannon?

What are the consequences of Zulfiqar Mirza’s diatribe for the PPP, Sindh and the crises-ridden state of Pakistan?

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[30 Sep 2011 | Comments Off | Amir Zia]
The Shape of Things to Come

Zulfiqar Mirza’s diatribe will be damaging to the PPP’s policy of reconciliation and to democracy itself.

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[30 Sep 2011 | Comments Off | Ghazi Salahuddin]
Whirlwind of Change?

The timing of Mirza’s flaming disclosures lends credence to the rumours that the doctor may prove to be a game-changer.

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[30 Sep 2011 | Comments Off | Maheen Bashir Adamjee]
The Art of Survival

Bereft of faith in the country’s leadership, Karachi’s residents realise that self reliance may be their only option.

Blog Row, Globetrotting »

[30 Sep 2011 | Comments Off | Farieha Aziz]
To Heaven and Back: Summer in Skardu

There are few places left in Pakistan that are not plagued by the menace of terrorism or constant security threats. Gilgit-Baltistan is one of them.

Fashion, Lifestyle »

[29 Sep 2011 | One Comment | Ayesha Nasir]
Interview: Isma Meer

“I like to create jewellery for the feet,” says footwear designer Isma Meer.

News & Politics »

[29 Sep 2011 | Comments Off | Salam Dharejo]
The Politics of Murder

Justice eludes the family members of two fishermen who were murdered by the land mafia for waging a struggle to protect local mangrove forests.

Arts & Culture, Books »

[28 Sep 2011 | Comments Off | Leena Hassan]
Book Review: Invisible Lines

Ruby Zaman’s debut novel offers an intimate first-hand look at the creation of Bangladesh.

Arts & Culture, Music »

[27 Sep 2011 | Comments Off | Raisa Vayani]
Almost Famous: The Underground Music Scene in Karachi

Some of Karachi’s underground musicians are stepping into the mainstream, making waves and some very good music. Newsline investigates the new music culture.