Truth Tracker (April 16-30, 2018)
Editorial Section: Editorial: Honourable Chief Justice, sir, the people expect . . . Special Note: The Sharif Verdict News Stories: Sharif’s life-time disqualification poses threats to PMLN Peshawar suffers a huge supply of adulterated milk Jaggery (Gurr) making is still a substitute of sugar industry in KP IN KP, trend of shaving head increases for …
Truth Tracker (April 01-15, 2018)
Editorial Section: Editorial: PM-CJ meeting puts Supreme Court’s credibility and Sharif’s narrative at stake Special Note: Who is Malala? News Stories: Return of Malala raises the deep-down war of ideologies in Pakistan Silent refusals and distrust of vaccines is a big challenge for vaccination teams Federal Government struggles to upgrade schools Interview: In conversation with …
Truth Tracker (March 16-31, 2018)
Editorial Section: Editorial: Asking agencies to probe into horse-trading Special Note: The cost of delay in elections 2018 News Stories: As ruling party loses Senate chair more challenges feared next Inflation tide continues to hit the consumers Global warming, water pollution jeopardise Sher Mahi’s existence in KP Interview: In conversation with Wajid Shamsul Hasan: ‘PPP …
Jam Mohammad Saqi, 73, Hyderabad.
Jam Saqi’s name is synonymous with the leftist politics in Pakistan. As a social rights worker, his life was invested in a struggle against the feudal powers oppressing the poor downtrodden masses. His political journey started during his school days with his signature campaign demanding education to include mother tongue. Formal political work commenced upon …
Stephen Hawking, 76
BBC Stephen Hawking – who died aged 76 – battled motor neurone disease to become one of the most respected and best-known scientists of his age. A man of great humour, he became a popular ambassador for science and was always careful to ensure that the general public had ready access to his work. His …
Truth Tracker (March 01-15, 2018)
Editorial Section: Editorial: Stepping up as PML-N’s president under the hanging sword Special Note: The end of an affair News Stories: PMLN eyes majority in Senate amid political turbulence Despite huge investment the outlook of Education in KP remains questionable Crippling Polio disease moving towards the finish line KP introduces Smart Screens in Schools Promise …
Truth Tracker (February 16-28, 2018)
Editorial Section: Editorial: Vague policies are leading to crisis Special Note: Lodhran Elections The Writing on the Wall News Stories: Pakistan’s efforts to uproot terrorist Organisations In KP, police lost over how to deal with thriving meth addiction Wild Olive forests in Balochistan under threat Classical instruments disappear with centuries of culture heritage Promise Tracking: …
Qazi Wajid, 87. Karachi.
The blue-eyed veteran actor, Qazi Wajid, was a consummate artist with a golden voice. He was born in Lahore. His career began with radio in 1950s when he started working as a 13-year old child actor. His finest vocal skills were commended for Qazi Ji and Hamid Mian ke Haan. Among many other dramas, he …
Asma Jahangir, 66. Lahore.
Asma Jahangir. The mere name synonomises with struggle for human rights in Pakistan. The lawyer and activist spent her whole life to ensure reparation and dignity to the underdogs, otherwise conveniently swept under the proverbial carpet. Fiercely independent in her opposition to the might, Asma had not learnt to mince words and despite threats to …
Ustad Nazar-e-Hussain, 80+, Lahore
A mighty musician, Ustad Nazar-e-Hussain was a legend in his right. Gifted with a soulful voice, the Ustad’s semi classical compositions were his forte. His style was unique. Truly methodical and meticulous in his craft, he was the most sought after composer in the heydays of Pakistani music. Famous singers like Bilqees Khanum and Madam …