Journalistic Integrity is Just Like Virginity
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on September 30, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Here at Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, all students watch a movie related to journalism on the second floor, which is also called the First Amendment Forum, on every Wednesday. An interesting and integral part of the Wednesday night movies is the distribution of free popcorn for everyone who turns up. Tonight’s … Read more
Joining the Establishment
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on September 30, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Chief Minister Raisani has recommended the Baloch youth to give up support to the nationalist movement and become a part of the establishment to live a better life. He insisted that the Baloch youths were wasting their time and energy by becoming a part of a movement which was allegedly backed by some international powers. … Read more
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Jatoi: A True Friend of Balochistan
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on September 28, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Acting like a typical military dictator, Prime Minister Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has removed minister of state for defense production Abdul Qayyum Jatoi, from his position over speaking against the country’s military and the judiciary. The prime minister has reminded the entire nation that we still live in the age of ‘controlled democracy’ where “personal … Read more
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“Impossible is nothing”
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on September 28, 2010 · Leave a Comment
In the first series of exclusive interviews with The Baloch Hal, we bring you fascinating stories from across the globe of successful, inspiring and struggling leaders. Read the life stories and thought-provoking ideas of several outstanding international students, professionals, young leaders and role models presently striving to make a difference in the US and other … Read more
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The YouTubed Chief Minister
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on September 16, 2010 · Leave a Comment
By Malik Siraj Akbar Do you know how many people in Balochistan know Croatia? I guess not many. And how many people in Croatia do you think know Balochistan? Probably no one except this fifty-year old woman I met today while traveling in the light rail from Downtown Phoenix to Tempe. “Are you from Balochistan?” … Read more
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Eid Mubarak
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on September 11, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Hello Everyone, I know I have not been blogging enough from American since I came here. Only lazy bloggers would make an excuse like saying ” Oh I was too busy to post anything on the blog”. You are justified not not accepting such lam excuses. Anyway, no fights today. I wish you all a … Read more
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The Paradox of US-Baloch Relationship
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on September 11, 2010 · Leave a Comment
By Malik Siraj Akbar During her recent visit to the Baloch capital, Quetta, Anne Woods Patterson , US ambassador to Pakistan, reiterated Washington’s decision to establish a consulate in Balochistan. The announcement came weeks after rumors that the government of Pakistan, after coming under pressure from the right-wing religious parties within the Balochistan coalition government, … Read more
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Rehman Malik’s War
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on September 11, 2010 · Leave a Comment
By Malik Siraj Akbar Among all journalists that I have worked with, Shahzad Baloch of Express Tribune has got the best sense of humor. People like him are a great asset to work with as a journalist in a stressful place such as Balochistan. While living amid constant fear of dying in a bomb blast … Read more
GoB’s Double Standards Vis-à-vis Malik’s New Policy
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on September 11, 2010 · Leave a Comment
By Malik Siraj Akbar Federal Interior Minister Rehman Malik has announced Islamabad’s decision to take stern action against Baloch armed groups. As a part of the new plan, five armed groups have been banned and the Frontier Corps (FC), a federal paramilitary force, has been given the policing powers. Read More
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PANJGUR DIARY: Abid Shah-II
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on September 11, 2010 · 2 Comments
By Malik Siraj Akbar Dr. Abid Shah and I went to the sme English langauge class at the American English Language Center in February 1996. Known now as the Oasis Academy, the then American English Language Center of Sir Zahir Baloch, is indeed the greatest thing that has ever happened to Panjgur. Educated in the … Read more
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