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By Abdul Qadir Mahesar DADU: The 22nd anniversary of Asad Production Dadu was celebrated in Dadu with a vibrant event at Latif Labour Hall, bringing together art, literature, and entertainment. The celebrations included a cake-cutting ceremony and a tribute to the organisation’s 22-year journey, highlighting its services and achievements in promoting cultural and creative activities. The event featured renowned poet and writer Syed Tabish Bukhari, alongside stage and television actors Deedar, Khadim Samoon, Khalil Arif Soomro, and Khadim Hussain Thaheem, who captivated the audience with performances blending poetry, humour, and drama. The ceremony was attended by poets, writers, journalists, social…
A former US official has laid bare a persistent Israeli plea: Benjamin Netanyahu, across decades, has urged successive American presidents to launch military strikes on Iran. Reports reveal that the Israeli prime minister lobbied Bill Clinton, George W Bush, Barack Obama and Joe Biden alike, pressing for action against what Israel has long viewed as an existential nuclear threat. Time and again, Netanyahu piled on the pressure, demanding Washington unleash force to neutralize Tehran’s atomic ambitions. Yet every one of those presidents demurred, shunning direct confrontation. The calculus was stark: the specter of all-out war engulfing the Middle East, havoc…
By Atiq Raja In an era dominated by the relentless churn of social media likes, quarterly earnings reports and the dopamine hit of viral fame, the notion of legacy feels almost quaint, like a relic from a slower age. Yet it persists as a quiet rebellion against our obsession with the now. A legacy mindset isn’t about etching your name in stone or amassing a fortune to rival the billionaires who dominate headlines. It’s a profound shift: from asking “What can I grab today?” to pondering “What will endure because I was here?” It’s the art of planting seeds whose…
By Asghar Ali Mubarak Despite the storm of war and economic turmoil in the Middle East, Pakistan’s government has chosen not to pass the entire burden on to the people. Instead, it has leaned into a strategy of austerity at the top and targeted relief at the bottom, attempting to cushion the impact of globally spiraling oil prices through a mix of subsidies, fare freezes, and political sacrifice. In a late‑night address, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif framed the government’s moves as a moral as much as an economic decision: at a time when the powerful economies of the world are…
By Eason Pan Pakistan, a South Asian nation with profound cultural heritage and diverse ethnic traditions, is home to countless unique folk cultures that reflect the creativity, faith and life attitude of its people. Among all these precious traditional cultures, truck art stands out as one of the most iconic and beloved cultural symbols, not only spreading across every corner of Pakistan but also gaining worldwide fame for its dazzling colors and rich cultural connotations. This distinctive art form is far more than simple decoration; it is a living heritage that carries the history, beliefs and daily emotions of Pakistani…
A former US official has laid bare a persistent Israeli plea: Benjamin Netanyahu, across decades, has urged successive American presidents to launch military strikes on Iran. Reports reveal that the Israeli prime minister lobbied Bill Clinton, George W Bush, Barack Obama and Joe Biden alike, pressing for action against what Israel has long viewed as an existential nuclear threat. Time and again, Netanyahu piled on the pressure, demanding Washington unleash force to neutralize Tehran’s atomic ambitions. Yet every one of those presidents demurred, shunning direct confrontation. The calculus was stark: the specter of all-out war engulfing the Middle East, havoc…
By Mujeeb Rahman Qambrani MEHAR: A protest sit-in on the Indus Highway in Mehar disrupted traffic between Karachi and Hyderabad after demonstrators blocked the road against rising fuel prices. The protest was held on the call of the Sindh United Party, causing severe difficulties for hundreds of passengers. The sit-in took place near the Mehar CNG station under the leadership of district president Sikandar Sodhar, Ali Akbar, Abdul Majeed Sodhar, Akhtiar Ali and Comrade Hashim Rind. Due to the blockade, traffic remained suspended for several hours, affecting commuters travelling to and from Karachi and Hyderabad. Protesters raised strong slogans against…
By Abdul Qadir Mahesar DADU: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) marked the 47th death anniversary of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto in Dadu with a large and dignified ceremony attended by thousands of party workers and leaders. The event highlighted Bhutto’s legacy and his contributions to democracy and public welfare. The ceremony was held at Pir House, Peoples Secretariat Dadu, where a large number of party leaders, workers, and admirers gathered to pay tribute to the late leader. Addressing the gathering, District President Barrister Pir Mujeeb-ul-Haq and other speakers said that Bhutto devoted his life to the rights of the people, the…
By Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal Nations are not forged in an instant, nor do they attain dignity without endurance and sacrifice. The story of Pakistan is, at its core, a testament to conviction sustained against the odds, a narrative shaped as much by vision as by hardship. From the resolute leadership of Muhammad Ali Jinnah to the countless unnamed individuals who labored in obscurity, the Pakistan Movement was never the achievement of a single figure alone. It was a collective act of faith, carried forward by those who believed in the possibility of a sovereign homeland, even when its realization seemed…
