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Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
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Pakistan: Verdict loud and clear, but people’s mandate seems to have been stolen yet again
It is not the first time that the country witnessed a mysterious overnight turnaround of results. But what happened this time has hardly any precedent.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
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For Arab nations, Gaza catastrophe a mere blip in normalising relations with Israel
What has provided Israel complete impunity is the increasing indifference of Arab countries towards the Palestinian right to a state.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
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Israel-Palestine conflict: The Western media has made it clear which side it is on
Much of their reporting of show a dominant pattern biased in favour of the Zionist colonisers.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
Trending
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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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‘Be freed from what holds you back’: Poems by Buddhist women from the Murty Classical Library
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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Yamini Aiyer interview: With jobless growth, welfare has become a ‘compensation’, not a public right
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In backing Israel’s bombardment of the Gaza strip, Western powers fail to see their hypocrisy
For the so-called civilised world, the oppressed do not even have the right to resist the colonisation of their land and fight for their freedom.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
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The fresh wave of violence in Pakistan highlights its inability to deal with the militant threat
The recent spate of killings demonstrates the expanding capacity of militant groups to carry out increasingly audacious operations.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
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In Pakistan, soaring electricity rates amid high inflation could topple an unsteady government
The prospect of a nuclear-armed nation collapsing under its own contradictions is frightening.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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As the noose tightens around Imran Khan, he faces the most serious test of his political career
As the PTI crumbles, the former Pakistan prime minister is paying the price for taking on, simultaneously, rival political forces and the establishment.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
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Empire strikes back? Crackdown on Imran Khan’s supporters, party leaders is foreboding sign
Some of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leaders and supporters could face trial under the Army Act. The creeping shadow of army rule is becoming more pronounced.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
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Political storm in Pakistan over phone-tapping, leaked audiotapes ahead of key court hearing
It is evident that the latest spree of audio leaks, targeting Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leaders, is part of a political agenda involving central agencies.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
The Reel
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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Opinion: Dissenting voices within Pakistan SC have spotlighted the need for judicial reforms
The trust in the judiciary has been shaken by revelations in the case against the postponement of polls by the Election Commission.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
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Opinion: Any move to arrest Imran Khan or ban his party could push Pakistan towards civil strife
Removing one of the largest parties in the country from the political process will have serious consequences.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
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Opinion: Pakistan is drifting towards anarchy
With constitutional bodies at loggerheads, the democratic process is all but dead in the country.
Zahid Hussain, Dawn.com
The Field
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IPL 2024: Jonny Bairtsow shines as Punjab Kings beat Kolkata Knight Riders in record-breaking match
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IPL 2024: ‘Save the bowlers’ – Reactions as Punjab chase down record total against Kolkata
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Paris Olympics 2024: Nethra Kumanan secures India’s second quota in sailing
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ISL: Kerala Blasters FC axe Ivan Vukomanovic as head coach
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Jyothi Vennam and Abhishek Verma reach the mixed compound final