Archive for: April, 2012

Most Determined and hard working creatures – Beaver

Beaver is a large furry rodent with a flat tail that chops down trees and builds dams. There is a saying “busy as a beaver” which might take on an entirely new meaning when you consider how active beavers truly are. They are considered nature’s engineers because these long-toothed mammals are very adept at and […]

Can donors endorse good governance in Pakistan?

Can donors endorse good governance in Pakistan? ‘Governance’ has always been a matter of concern for the dwellers of Pakistan. Governments, both democratic and dictatorial, despite declaring and recognizing it as an important point in their manifestos, have rarely gone beyond rhetoric. They tend to overlook the existence of mal-governance while in power, and only […]

Omar Ahmad Hashim tumbles down as Mohammad Majid Ali hits a major upset

United Arab Emirates’ Omar Ahmad Hashim was not able to perform up to the mark and received a major blow in the opening round of the 2012 Asian Under-21 Snooker Championship in Goa, India. The UAE potter had no chances to come back into the game against Thailand’s Ratchayothin Yotharak and slipped down at his […]

We believe we can achieve a balanced approach in our relation – says Thomas Nides

We believe we can achieve a balanced approach in our relation – says Thomas Nides Thomas Nides, Deputy Secretary United States, after meeting with Pakistan’s foreign minister Hina Rabbani Khar has said that the US is looking forward to build a relationship with Pakistan that is based upon mutual respect and that is considerate of […]

This was the day when democracy was murdered

This was the day when democracy was murdered Today is the 33rd death anniversary of Quaid-e-Awam Shaheed Zulifkar Ali Bhutto. April 4 is marked as a black day in the history of the country when dictator General Zia-ul-Haq hanged the first democratically elected Prime Minister of Pakistan and tried to extinguish a blazing candle of […]

President Zardari says ZA Bhutto’s day of martyrdom is a day to commemorate

President Zardari says ZA Bhutto’s day of martyrdom is a day to commemorate PPP Co-Chairman President Asif Ali Zardari has said that the day of martyrdom of party’s Founder Chairman was also a day of celebration to commemorate what Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and the Party had achieved in its long and arduous struggle for […]

Yahoo announces over 2000 layoffs

Yahoo officially announced that they are going to cut more than 2,000 employees, equivalent to 14% of its global workforce, while making a major step to reshape the company’s future.  Thus, the company is expecting to claim annual savings of $ 375 million (285.5 million Euros) after the layoffs. This will be their first short listing […]

Fitness and bench strength keys to win IPL, says Wasim Akram

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram believes fitness and bench strength are key elements to win fifth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), getting underway on Wednesday. This season is expected to be quite entertaining, as nine quality sides will take on each other. Akram, who is currently shouldering responsibilities as Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) […]

Human Rights Commission of Pakistan condemns killings in Karachi

Human Rights Commission of Pakistan condemns killings in Karachi Karachi, April 4: The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) is extremely concerned at the latest cycle of violence and the utter breakdown of law and order in Karachi yet again, which has claimed scores of lives already. HRCP has called upon the government and the main political parties […]

Prime Minister Gilani says that rules of engagement must respect sovereignty

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani Wednesday said the ongoing Parliamentary review process would bring transparency and credibility to the rules of engagement with the US, NATO and the ISAF. Talking to the US Deputy Secretary of State Thomas Nides here at the Prime Minister House, Gilani said relations with US must be based on […]

Landmark trial awaits coup leaders in Turkey

Leaders of the 1980’s failed attempt for a political coup in Turkey are now involved in a landmark trial. After 30 years of the scandal, a court in Ankara will hear the case against 94-year-old Kenan Evren who became president after the coup. 50 people were executed and over half a million were arrested while […]

The new iPad: Reason why the iPad 2 is still the better choice – Part 1

The iPad was launched on the 7th of March to spice up the market for its release on the 16th of March in the US and 23rd March worldwide. By the end of first week’s business, Apple had sold around 3 million of its latest device in the US and Europe. Although the product has […]

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