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Maleeha Lodhi, Dawn.com
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After 76 years of independence, can Pakistan break free from its past?
The country has weathered many storms and crises, but the systemic challenges it faces today are fundamentally different.
Maleeha Lodhi, Dawn.com
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Opinion: Why the present crisis in Pakistan is unlike any it has faced in the past
The view that ‘this too shall pass’ is a rather naive assessment of what’s been happening the country.
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From SC to EC, every state institution in Pakistan has got caught in a raging political storm
The country is sliding into uncharted territory where the standing, credibility and integrity of state institutions is increasingly being called into question.
Maleeha Lodhi, Dawn.com
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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Opinion: Pakistan’s failure of economic governance has made it perennially dependant on others
For decades, successive governments, civilian and military, pursued policies that contributed to, or reinforced, Pakistan’s structural economic problems.
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Opinion: Pakistan has to meet multiple challenges in 2023 in a deeply fractured and polarised state
The political and economic crisis that began last year is very likely to dominate the nation’s politics for the foreseeable future.
Maleeha Lodhi, Dawn.com
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Opinion: Will early elections end Pakistan’s political crisis?
A solution is needed and fast, as more political turmoil will exact a heavier price on the country's economy, which is already on the brink of collapse.
Maleeha Lodhi, 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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Opinion: Pakistan may have changed, but its politics is the same – a competition among elites
Throughout its history, Pakistan’s politics has been characterised by intolerance and lack of respect for democratic norms.
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Opinion: Pakistan’s political troubles are pushing it to the edge of an economic precipice
Despite cash injections from friendly countries and other international financial institutions, Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves are at a three-year low.
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Even in a national emergency, Pakistan’s politicians are busy fighting one another
A lawmaker from Imran Khan’s party called on overseas Pakistanis not to send funds for flood relief in response to the federal government’s appeal.
Maleeha Lodhi, Dawn.com
The Reel
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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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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Opinion: Pakistan needs champions of reform, not champions of empty rhetoric
As the country faces overlapping challenges of complex nature, politicians should rise above partisan interests and consider evolving agreements on core issues.
Maleeha Lodhi, Dawn.com
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With Imran Khan snapping at its heels, Pakistan’s new government has got off to an unsteady start
For Shehbaz Sharif’s government, the economy is a make-or-break issue.
Maleeha Lodhi, Dawn.com
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Shehbaz Sharif’s government faces daunting economic and political challenges in a polarised Pakistan
The ruling coalition has to dispel scepticism and meet the expectations of the public that yearns for stability.
Maleeha Lodhi, Dawn.com
The Field
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Badminton, Thomas and Uber Cup 2024: Two years on, Indian men’s team hope to defend crown jewel
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day