Across The Border
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How Imran Khan’s populist tactics have put Pakistan on the boil
His rhetoric has stoked divisions in society, leading to extreme polarisation and the violent reactions.
Zahid Shahab Ahmed, The Conversation
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Opinion: Bangladesh is about to shed ‘least development country’ tag but key areas must be addressed
An editorial from Dhaka Tribune.
Dhaka Tribune
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Why Imran Khan’s agenda recalls the tale of a Pakistani hailed for kit that let ‘cars run on water’
Just as the water car violated thermodynamics, the former prime minister’s plans for his country violate commonsense.
Pervez Hoodbhoy, Dawn.com
Trending
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Canada: Amid anti-immigration rhetoric, curbing international students is a knee-jerk reaction
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Expelled BJP Minority Morcha leader Usman Ghani arrested in Rajasthan
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Instant ‘gate-cane’ weddings in parched Marathwada supply desperate labour to sugar industry
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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Why Calcutta HC struck down 25,000 teachers’ appointments and how it could impact the election
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View from Dawn: Why Pakistan must stop blocking YouTube telecasts of Imran Khan’s speeches
Throttling the former prime minister’s broadcasts only appears to be making him an even greater martyr in the eyes of his supporters.
Dawn.com
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Pakistan floods: Why well-meaning but inappropriate medical aid may do more harm than good
Administrators must understand what medical conditions most frequently afflict residents when their homes and surroundings are water-logged.
Zafar Mirza, Dawn.com
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How a wax statue of Gandhi in Islamabad helps Pakistan nurture a sense of being a tolerant nation
The uses and abuses of the Mahatma across the border.
Ammad Ali
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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Bangladesh traffic deaths soar during Eid holidays as key safety recommendations stay unimplemented
Road accidents kill 12,000 people and cause 35,000 injuries in the country each year.
Faisal Mahmud
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Opinion: Why Pakistani schools must shift their focus from English to regional languages
Students face tremendous stress and loss of identity when forced to learn and think in a foreign language.
Ajay Pinjani, Dawn.com & Minha Khan, Dawn.com
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Opinion: In Karachi, violence seems to be the quickest route to a better life
Last week’s investigative reports into three high-profile criminal cases are the latest examples.
Arifa Noor, Dawn.com
The Reel
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Aditi Rao Hydari on playing diverse characters: ‘I want the audience to take me home with them’
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The story of India’s unique ‘Milk Revolution’ is going to the Cannes Film Festival
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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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By demonising Hindus, Pakistan’s nationalist history overlooks colonial atrocities
Pakistan is erasing its Hindu heritage but seems to have no problem with the racist, colonial officials still commemorated on its streets.
Haroon Khalid
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In Sindh, mystery and controversy surround the marriages of Hindu women with Muslim men
Everyone has a say in the matter but the girls.
Naeem Sahoutara and Ali Ousat, Dawn.com
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After 150 years, Pakistan is trying to change the laws governing Christian marriages and divorce
The proposed Christian Marriage and Divorce Act accords four million citizens the rights denied to them so far.
Yaqoob Khan Bangash, Dawn.com
The Field
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: Harshit Kumar wins hammer throw gold as India’s medal tally increases
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Indian compound archers sweep all three team event gold medals
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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