Manzoor Ali Shah Amir Haider Hoti was sworn in on tuesday as the newly elected Chief Minister of NWFP. This for the first time in 61-year-long history of Pakistan, brings Awami National Party (ANP) led government in power in NWFP. The ANP rise to the power marked the end of hardliner religious alliance Mutthahida Majlis […]

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 […]

Adil Najam I am in Islamabad for a short trip right now and all that anyone can talk about is the new Prime Minister and his new cabinet. Indeed, the place is abuzz with talk of the “new” politics of Pakistan. But, in typical Islamabad style, mixed with the unending cynicism about just how “new” […]