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Author: No-Win War,The Scorpion's Tail, Frontline Pakistan, Face to face with Benazir and Hybrid rule in Pakistan.Ex The Times London,WSJ Newsweek. Dawn

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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
2 years
My new book is out.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
4 years
Imran Khan's address has highlighted the crisis of leadership in the country. A confused and divisive leadership cannot deliver.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
7 years
After listening to PML(N) leaders hurling threats to JIT and to the SC I now tend to agree with Justice Khosa's description of "God father".
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
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Kakar while going to New York desired to go via Paris just to have dinner with family at restaurant on the top of the affel tower. The special flight was diverted and he had dinner there with wife and two children. bill was paid by the embassy Dinner per person was 300 euro.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
6 years
Who says constitution and parliament are supreme in this country? No more. It is back to Mullah -military alliance. God save this country.
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@hidhussain
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6 years
This army cannot even defend its Cheif. Pathetic
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
5 years
The CJ does not have the right to humiliate an honorable citizen. Despicable behavior. Unbecoming of his position.
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AHMAD WALEED
5 years
آج عدالت میں سپریم کورٹ کے چیف جسٹس ثاقب نثار نے سینئر صحافی حسین نقی کو طلب کیا اور یہ تکرار ہوئی۔
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@hidhussain
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5 years
Sad to see Imran Khan speaking unprepared on such a critical issue. Going into history without addressing the main issue does not inspire much confidence.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
4 years
Mufti said some General Iftikhar has sighted moon. After that that mufti didn’t have any choice. Eid Mubarak to everyone
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
6 years
Third resignation. It is end of the EAC. No respectable person can work with a spineless government.
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Imran Rasul
6 years
With a heavy heart, I have resigned from the EAC this morning. The circumstances in which Atif was asked to step down are ones I profoundly disagree with. Basing decisions on religious affiliation goes against my principles, or the values I am trying to teach my children. (1/5)
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@hidhussain
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3 years
A memorable picture with Bacha Khan ( Khan abdul Ghaffar Khan). Interviewed him in Bannu in 1986
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@hidhussain
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5 years
So petty of Imran Khan to change the name of Benazir Income support Program(BISP).
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
4 years
His daily change of stance on " lockdown" raises question about the PM's capacity to lead the nation at this time of crisis. Scary
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
6 years
Good speech by the PM. Main focus on structural reform , education and education. No rhetoric
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
4 years
IK has misquoted Narendra Modi on lock down. The Indian prime minister has apologized for the hardship suffered but said there was no choice but to go for lock down.
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zahid Hussain
6 years
We stand with @SaleemKhanSafi . The right of free expression is being threatened by growing intolerance. Will the PTI leadership this nonsense?
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
3 years
PM's speech at the NA was like listening to a broken record. Same lesson in history and self Righteousness. Don't seem to have learnt any lesson from his mistake. Sad
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zahid Hussain
7 years
Can't understand why ISPR was in so much hurry in rejecting the Dawn Leak notification through a tweet? Highly irresponsible attitude.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
6 years
Bilawal Butto’s speech was certainly most impressive
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
6 years
Buzdar as CM and Chauhan as information minister. Cant' get worse. That's how the PTI seeks to build " Naya Punjab"?
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5 years
Imran Khan's talk with anchor persons has further exposed his ignorance and contradictions. While finance minister attributed the fall in rupee value to the market, the PM accused the State Bank.
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@hidhussain
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7 years
Government sponsored chaos in Islamabad.Roads are blocked and business is shut. Never seen such pathetic scene leaving people suffer.
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zahid Hussain
5 years
Should DG ISPR pontificate on politics and other issues that does come under his domain? Then he should not object when the military is criticized.
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zahid Hussain
5 years
Imran Khan's speech would have been more effective if was condensed to 25 minutes. Should have confined to Kashmir and climate change.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
5 years
This pathetic character should be in prison
@ShamilaGhyas
Shamila Ghyas
5 years
This is Qari Muhammad Salaam who along with 2 other women lied about Asia Bibi committing blasphemy. It has been proven in court that they lied. Because of him, Asia bibi had to spend over 8 years on death row. He and the other two culprits should be jailed and an example set.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
2 years
A memorable picture with Bach’s Khan. I interviewed him in October 1985
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
7 years
With Babar awan as new PTI spokesmen the credence of Imran Khan's claim of clean politics becomes more doubtful.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
5 years
Wise words. He is a better citizen of this country than those who call him traitor.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
4 years
Its scary to see a confused prime minster at the helms as the nation faces existential crisis.
@shazbkhanzdaGEO
Shahzeb Khanzada
4 years
دیکھیں وزیر اعظم کی مختلف مواقع پہ لاک ڈاؤن کے حوالے سے کیا رائے رہی ہے
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@hidhussain
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6 years
A sad day when the state surrendered to the extremists. Now there is no stopping of those bigots.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
7 years
The PML(N) may have retained NA 120, but lower margin of victory shows its loosening control over its political heartland.
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zahid Hussain
7 years
There is a complete silence from Sharifs and PML(N) leaders on Capt Safdar's hate speech. Seem they endorse it.
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zahid Hussain
7 years
Allegations made by Ayesha Gullelai must be investigated. It was pathetic the way PTI members interrupted her speech in the assembly.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
7 years
What happened to JIT on Panama case. It is already 10 days since the ruling. It was supposed to be formed within seven days.
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zahid Hussain
7 years
Capt Safdar must be tried for making hate speech. He had earlier hailed Mumtaz Qadri.
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7 years
The silence of Prime Minister and some other political parties over the brutal murder in Mardan is pathetic. Shocked by this apathy.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
4 years
Imran Khan's calling Bin Laden a "martyr" was not a slip of tongue. It is what he believes. He is not called Taliban Khan without a reason.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
5 years
Swati back in the cabinet and Ijaz Shah appointed home minister- its change for the worst.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
6 years
Wonder why so many "Doctors" have taken up the job of T.V anchor. And almost all of them are accused of sensationalism.Any explanation?
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@hidhussain
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10 years
Sheikh Rashid says leaders like IK are not born every day. We must thank God for this.
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4 years
Where is foreign office? It is not the job of the military spokesman to speak on foreign policy issues. Pakistan will not allow its soil to be used against anyone, says DG ISPR
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@hidhussain
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7 years
Islamabad is virtually under siege with few hundred Mullahas blocking all the entry points Where is the State's authority?
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@hidhussain
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6 years
Terrorists have killed thousands of Pakistanis but Imran Khan still insists it was not our war. Amazing logic
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
5 years
Wonder why should the army spokesman be commenting on everything from politics to foreign affairs? His statement was top story on every channel ahead of PM. ISPR chief reflects on nation’s fault lines, says Pakistan is at ‘watershed of history’
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
6 years
Political parties must support the police action against the terrorist occupying Faizabad interchange.
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zahid Hussain
4 years
In fact it was Pakistan’s position from the outset. Imran khan has always confused Pakistani Taliban with Afghan Taliban. He can’t see the distinction.
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عمران خان یہ بات شروع دن سے کہہ رہے ہیں۔ اس مسلۂ کا حل بات چیت سے ہو گا جنگ سے نہیں @ImranKhanPTI
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10 years
Very impressive PTI rally in Lahore. IK takes the battle to the Sharif' bastion of power.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
6 years
Watching Bilawal Bhutto interview on GEO. He is really matured. Impressive.
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zahid Hussain
6 years
Great gesture. LUMS' students visit Rabwah to express solidarity with Ahmadis via @RabwahTimes
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
6 years
Imran Khan's two hour long speech could have been condensed to 30 minutes. More rhetoric than substance. A big show of strength nevertheless.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
6 years
Professor Atif Mian was a keynote speaker at a conference in Mecca
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zahid Hussain
7 years
Interestingly Zulfikar Ali Bhutto is being remembered by PML(N) leaders while many of those adoring the stage were partner in the crime.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
6 years
Deplorable decision by the PTI government. Surrendering to the extremists.
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5 years
Sad news. Newsline is closing down. End of 30 year long journey . A memorable picture at the inaugural issue of the magazine in July 1989
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
3 years
Received first copy of my book. Thrilled. Will be available in bookshops and on line next week
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
4 years
Pathetic. Pity those who projected the JUI Dharna as battle for democracy.
@noshigilani
Noshi Gilani
5 years
“نوجوت سنگھ بنیادی طور پر قادیانی ہے” غفور حیدری #JUI
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@hidhussain
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6 years
The treason trial of journalist Cyril Almeida and two former prime ministers is despicable and indicates a shrinking space for democratic freedom.
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zahid Hussain
7 years
Very strange ruling on Benazir Bhutto murder case. Officials who were on duty have been convicted. But the accused are set free.
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5 years
Pathetic and shameful. Not heard this kind of filth on Pakistani media. Competing with the vulgarity of Indian T.V anchors.
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SC takes notice of " The News" report on IJT finding. Such speculative reporting violates journalistic ethics. Sadly it has become a norm.
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@hidhussain
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7 years
The power shortfall has crossed 7000 megawatt, higher than five year ago. What happened to the PML(N) claim of ending load shedding.
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4 years
IK's anti lock down narrative continues. Its like a broken record stuck in a groove. What message is he sending to the people ? Not to obey the administration's directive to stay home? God save us
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6 years
So this state cannot protect its citizen. We are hostage to Mulkahs. What happened to the prime ministers “ grand” speech?
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6 years
Yet another U turn. Better to think before speaking. S. Arabia not to be made part of CPEC
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5 years
Ramiz is the most irritating commentator. Instead of crisp comments he tends to sermonize. Should take some lessons from Nasir Hussain and Mike Athertan; short and crisp.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
7 years
Sharif's speech in Dir today was unbecoming of a prime minister. He seems to be losing it even before the court ruling.
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7 years
65 people killed, but any word from the Interior minister ? Perhaps it is not important enough for him to give a lengthy presser.
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4 years
A very hard hitting speech by Nawaz Sharif. The gloves are off. Target is not IK but his "backers".
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zahid Hussain
5 years
Wonder why Imran Khan needed to make this rambling speech at midnight. Haven't we heard this before?
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6 years
So military must wind up Radul Fasad after tarbitrating this deal between the government and the extremist clerics. The last nail in Jinnah's Pakista
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Each time I hear IK i get more convinced that it will be a great disaster for Pakistan if he ever comes to power.
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zahid Hussain
10 years
IK introduced a new polit culture of abusing anyone and everyone who doest' agree with his madness.His supporters following his example.
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5 years
Imran khan is on container. Sad
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6 years
The state must take action against these lunatics inciting violence in the name of religion. No more appeasement.
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zahid Hussain
5 years
Maulana's glorious U turn. Those who tried to present him as great democrat and anti establishment should have heard his speech targeting a particular religious group.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
8 years
Travel ban on Cyril @cyalm for doing his job is shameful.
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zahid Hussain
2 years
Return of Gullu Butts. PML(N) government is back to its old ways of using force against opposition. Despicable
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Mubashir Zaidi
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Police attacks vehicle of Dr Yasmin Rashid 1/2
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zahid Hussain
7 years
The judgement may remove the life support from NS. He had lost moral and political legitimacy after split ruling of the five member bench.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
5 years
Wow.
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Amir Mateen
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Vow. She sings Bulleh Shah so well. Anybody know her name??
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zahid Hussain
6 years
Afghanistan demolished Bangladesh. Earlier they defeated Sirilanka. My bet is on Afghanistan to win the Asia Cup.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
7 years
MPA Majeed Achakzai trying to buy over family of slain police officer.It's how rich and powerful get away with murder.Will SC take notice?
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7 years
It is really remarkable piece of investigative journalism that entire JIT report was revealed while still being written. Hats off
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zahid Hussain
7 years
He didn't say " Mujahe Kun Nikala".
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The Express Tribune
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Australian deputy prime minister disqualified from parliament for having dual nationality. Read more:
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zahid Hussain
7 years
The day terrorists killed 25 people in Mastung and 10 others in Gawadar. The interior minister was warning against danger from "secularists"
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
3 years
My upcoming book. Will be available end of January
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
7 years
Why MP Achakzai is not yet booked for murder? He is on every T.V channel. Where is the law?
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zahid Hussain
7 years
With two judges already ruled against him it just need one more judge to remove the prime minister. I think it could be 5-0 against PM.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
5 years
کراچی بار نے فروغ نسیم اور اٹارنی جنرل پاکستان کی رکنیت منسوخ کردی -
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
8 years
How can British government allow its citizen incite violence in Pakistan. Action must be taken against Altaf Hussain
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zahid Hussain
8 months
Interestingly PM Kakar’s extravagant gallivanting is not be reported in any tv channel or print.
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
10 years
Now the PML(N) has unleashed its radical sectarian allies to counter Qadri. A very dangerous game is going on in Islamabad .
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zahid Hussain
6 years
Unbecoming of a chief justice to act like this in public. This kind of populism is extremely damaging for judiciary. CJP chides Larkana judge over mobile phone in courtroom
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@hidhussain
zahid Hussain
7 years
End of Sharif era. Reference against the entire family is sent to the NAB.
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zahid Hussain
7 years
It is 29th death anniversary of General Zia the dictator who pushed Pakistan into dark ages.His legacy of religious extremism still survives
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