Our Odium For Minorities
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on March 7, 2011 · Leave a Comment
The assassination of the lone Christian minister, Shahbaz Bhatti, in Islamabad is a clear reiteration of our contempt for the minority word. This Muslim-dominated country has once again proven its hostility toward the minorities. Historically, our attitude with the ethnic minorities and political rivals has not been very impressive either. But the recent developments indicate … Read more
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The Baloch Culture Day
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on March 7, 2011 · Leave a Comment
The Baloch Culture Day was celebrated with an unprecedented zeal and enthusiasm across the country on March 2. It was the first time that this significant day was observed by Balochs belonging to different political parties and regions with the same spirit. People living in Karachi as well as in Balochistan took this day as … Read more
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J. For Justice J. For Judges
Posted by Malik Siraj Akbar on March 7, 2011 · Leave a Comment
Lawyers and judges in Balochistan are justified in their anguish. They are boycotting the courts and marching on the roads. They feel insecure and helpless as well. They feel almost betrayed because the lawyers’ community in rest of Pakistan is not forthcoming to join them in the movement. Lawyers have been kidnapped, so have the … Read more
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