Adil Najam Pakistan International Airlines’ (PIA‘s) earlier failure to sell Roosevelt Hotel, the prestigious New York property that it owns, because of political in-fights and charges of corruption may yet turn into a windfall for the beleaguered airline. The story of PIA and the Roosevel Hotel is a long and complicated one; it reads likea […]

Muzammil Shah and the Gun Battle at Lal Masjid

Posted on July 10, 2007
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Adil Najam The news is developing by the moment. But the bottom-line is clear. The security forces have taken control of the Lal Masjid from militants after a severe gun-battle. But the story is far from over. It will continue to unfold. There are too many unanswered questions. They will certainly be asked and discussed […]

Police Action, Pakistan Style

Posted on July 9, 2007
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Adil Najam Beware folks! If you ever have to visit a Police Station in Pakistan, make sure your car is not blocking the gate otherwise true to their motto which is: police ka hai farz, madad aap ki (it is our duty to help you) they might take swift action and help you in long […]

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