Adil Najam
These pictures from the Associated Press are truly astounding (story in Dawn).

Darwaish
Last two days have been dramatic in Pakistani politics. Since February Elections, we have been hearing good news, atleast on political fronts. It seemed that Pakistan is finally moving towards national reconciliation and this time politicians are really coming together and serious about solving public problems. But things have suddenly changed since yesterday. In separate […]

Deeda-i-Beena
They are happening everyday but receive attention only as news of the day. Next day there is a new bombing and another report. Here is a sampling of headlines:
“…..(number).. died.” “Head of the suicide Bomber found.” “President – PM (and other “notable Leaders”) condemn the dastardly attack.” “President – PM issue strict orders to catch […]

Darwaish
Today is 23rd March, 2008. On this date in 1940 the historic Lahore Resolution (Later Pakistan Resolution) was passed.
Last year in the series of March 23 posts (here, here and here), Adil Najam had written about ‘Owning Mohammad Iqbal.’ This year I thought it would be a good idea to share some of my […]

Adil Najam
A bomb blast at Luna Caprese - a top-end Islamabad restaurant, located in the very heart of the Federal Capital (near Super Market, Islamabad) frequented often by foreign diplomats and high-level government officials - extremist violence to Islamabad.

According to The News:
Two persons including Turk female citizen have died and over 15 others have injured […]

Adil Najam
The judiciary issue remains an irritant to the mainstream political forces in Pakistan - including not just the current establishment but the current opposition forces struggling to become part of the new establishment.
The announcement from Asif Ali Zardari and Nawaz Sharif that they intend to restore the judiciary within 30 days of the formation […]