AbstractAfghanistan has always been an intrinsic part of the political, economic and cultural developments in Central Asia in the past. This nexus will certainly become even much stronger and interdependent in the future. Therefore, the paper sheds some light on the role of Afghanistan in the Central Asia’s yesterday, today and tomorrow. IntroductionThe ongoing conflict…
IntroductionI visited Lahore for the first time eighty years ago but the entire picture of those days is as clear in my eyes as daylight. After retirement as a Risaldar my maternal grandfather had built a house outside SHERANWALA gate close to the MAULVI FEROZE DIN KA CHAPA KHANA (Press). I was told by my…
IntroductionThe Muslims generally concentrate on worship, prayers and supplication to God but ignore the rights of fellow human beings and think that rituals are enough to earn pleasure of the Lord, which shall entitle them entry to paradise. This is not sufficient and there is need to restore balance. Islam expects the Muslims to perform…
Terrorist Activities in Pakistan Suicide AttacksTwo persons were killed in a suicide attack on the residence of Adezai peace Lashkar’s (tribal militia) chief Farmanullah Khan in Adezai area on the outskirts of Peshawar on June 19, reports Dawn. In addition, five others were also injured in the incident. Farmanullah Khan confirmed the incident saying two…
In the back drop of resonations about usage of Indian origin arms and ammunition by the attackers of Karachi airport and recovery of huge cache of such weapons and munitions, the Indian Prime Minister has condemned the terrorist attack on Karachi Airport. In a letter to his Pakistani counterpart he has expressed sorrow over the…
“The new law adds another layer to the national defense force to further protect our nation, secure its borders (and) preserve its achievements.”- His Highness Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of United Arab Emirates…
Better late than never, the much awaited assault on North Waziristan has begun, 75 days later than it should have. To quote my article, “Non-stop” of Mar 6, 2014, “The precision strikes of the PAF disrupted the TTP’s administrative and operational deployment. More importantly, ‘actionable intelligence’ was available for these to be carried out, that…
One is proud of the will, courage, commitment and sacrifice of our 34th PMA Sri Lankan course-mates, they fought terrorism for over 25 years through Sri Lanka’s darkest period. My good friend Maj Gen (Lucky) Wijayaratne, who when commanding 1st Sri Lanka Light Infantry (SLI) at Panagoda “inducted” me into his battalion, was killed in…
Waging guerilla warfare against the Mughals in the 18th century, the Khalsa Sikhs would cross the canals in the Punjab over temporary wooden bridges to launch surprise attacks, while retreating they would quickly dismantle these bridges by uprooting (Chak De) the wooden planks (Phatte) to prevent being chased. The phrase “Chak De Phatte” is commonly…
Dear Readers, One of the greatest misfortunes for a nation that prides itself on being on Islamic Republic is the pervasive corruption that eats away at its vitals like cancer. Despite the promises and vows of successive government functionaries to stop the rot, corruption hos thrived. Many institutions like NAB, FIA and Ehtesab Bureau were…
