Pakistan Unrest
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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
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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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The crackdown that followed Imran Khan’s arrest and what it means for Pakistan’s democracy
The government’s response to try the former prime minister’s supporters through military courts for violent protests will only worsen the situation.
Abdullah Zahid
Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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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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Pakistan: Hindu temple in Karachi vandalised
The police have filed an FIR but no one has been arrested yet.
Scroll Staff
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Two Sikh men shot dead in Pakistan’s Peshawar, India registers ‘strong protest’
Several political leaders, including Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, condemned the attack.
Scroll Staff
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Pakistan: 22 people sentenced to five years in prison each for vandalising Hindu temple
The anti-terrorism court acquitted the remaining 62 suspects, giving them a benefit of doubt.
Scroll Staff
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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Pakistan: Hindu temple vandalised last week has been restored, say authorities
A mob had attacked the temple as a reaction to the alleged desecration of a Muslim seminary.
Scroll Staff
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Mob attacks Hindu temple in Pakistan after minor gets bail in desecration case
Footage from the vandalism scene showed men smashing temple windows, doors and idols with sticks and stones.
Scroll Staff
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A death in Toronto brings attention again to the struggles in Pakistan’s Balochistan
Two Baloch activists in exile have been found dead this year – one in Canada, the other in Sweden.
Major General Yash Mor
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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Maulana Fazlur Rehman has pulled an Imran Khan on Imran Khan – and Imran Khan is rattled
The Pakistani prime minister has no strategy to counter the maulana’s narrative. Even if the maulana loses, he wins.
Fahd Husain, Dawn.com
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Protests by Pakistan’s Pashtuns pit human rights demands against the War on Terror
The movement known as the 'Pashtun Long March' and the 'Pashtun Spring' has emerged from a history of human rights abuses in the name of curbing terrorism.
Admir Skodo, The Conversation
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Explainer: Pakistan protests over a ‘clerical mistake’ are really about anti-Ahmedi prejudice
The changed law appeared to relax rules that made it difficult for Ahmedis to take part in elections, but have now been rolled back.
Rohan Venkataramakrishnan
The Field
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India wins nine medals including four gold on Day 2
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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