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Modernity is a Fable
Modernity may be the name for our current historical epoch, allegedly characterised by unfettered progress, liberty, and the conquest of religion and superstition in the name of truth and science. But it is also a story, a fiction. Specifically, it is a fable – a linear morality tale: ultimate redemption in the face of, in…
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The Global War on Terror
a. Satanic Cycle. Fourteen years ago, the United States and its allies began a major operation against al-Qaeda called the “Global War on Terror” (GWOT). That war, which is ongoing, began in Afghanistan but then expanded to include large swathes of the planet – from the Philippines to Nigeria. States, built after great sacrifice and difficulty,…
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Balochistan: Between Dr. Malik and a Hard Place.
Image: Protesters demand the right to education in Balochistan.   Dr. Malik Baloch, Chief Minister of Balochistan, in a recent talk with Dawn media group claimed that the security situation in Balochistan had improved and that there has been a drastic reduction in human rights abuses against the Baloch. As evidence for his claim he pointed…
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On Sindhi Culture
Below we present a speech by Mir Muhammad Ali Talpur on Sindh and its culture that was read-out on an occasion celebration Sindh Culture Day, in Dallas, Texas.   Respected Ladies and Gentleman, I would first like to thank the organizers of the event for kindly according me the opportunity to talk to you on…
INTERVIEWS POLITICS
The War on the Baloch: An Interview with Meerain Baloch
Qalandar Bux Memon: It has been widely acknowledged that the Pakistani establishment has used right-wing Sunni jihadi organisations as a way to counter Baloch insurgents, who are secularist in their philosophies. Would you agree with this statement, and what examples are there of the complicity between jihadis and the state?  Meerain Baloch - Yes, that is…