2012

A group essay of five eminent academicians Introduction A business professor Robert E. McNulty, Director of Programs of Center for Business Ethics at Bentley University, USA gathered four business professors ‘two from India and two from Pakistan, respectively to discuss how to use their expertise to improve the relationship between the two countries by promoting business. The participants are as …

The legal system provides little effective recourse for any shareholder, let alone the minority shareholder whose rights have been violated They are more than two hundred in number.  Many of them are winners. They were provided with an opportunity by a few to make windfalls and they did so smartly. Others are the losers. They are ditched by a few …

Whatever may it be? The fifth and the last budget of Pakistan Peoples’ Party-led coalition government is a populace one. Pakistan’s apex court disqualifies the premier Syed Yousef Raza Gillani. The two-member court’s verdict was short and precise. It plucked all feathers attached on the shoulder of the chief executive of Pakistan from April 26. Supreme Court of Pakistan strips …

Pakistan and China have enjoyed mutually beneficial and cordial relations since 1951 when diplomatic ties were formally established. Mainly, the pragmatic and farsighted approach of the early leadership of the two countries paid the dividends. The mature decisions that were taken such as lending recognition to China by Pakistan and amicable boundary demarcation in 1962 etc. are the convincing reasons …

The joint communique, issued at the conclusion of two-day extraordinary meeting of NATO countries held in Chicago, voiced the resolve of NATO to hand over the security responsibilities to the Afghan National Security Force and stick to 2014 deadline for a complete exit of their forces from Afghanistan. However, trainers will continue to stay back to train the Afghan forces. …

China has been Pakistan’s steadfast friend and a partner not only in its legitimate security needs and economic development but also in contributing to regional peace and stability.  Both countries have pursued their friendship with the objective of mutual benefit and never at the cost of their relations with any other country or countries. They are against hegemony or exploitation, …

Jahangir’s World Times: What was the vision of the Quaid-e-Azam for the economic future of Pakistan; and have you ever seen any glimpse of his vision in the past 65 years?   Dr. Rafiq Ahmad: Well I would say yes, I have seen glimpses on the lines suggested by the Quaid-e-Azam for the economic future of Pakistan. But, first of …

There is nothing new in what the judiciary is doing There are four key attributes of political parties. They have a mission statement and stated objectives. They have leaders and loyal party members, supporters and activists. They seek to woo citizens for their cause and seek support and adulation from the public. And they offer themselves as a mix of …

The growing population of man on earth and unending human needs have adversely affected environmental balance, as a result of which, we are faced with serious environmental problems and challenges. Our life style, food production, social and economic activities are also being greatly affected by environmental changes. Effective voices are, therefore, being raised all over the world to make human …

Heat disorders can be mild or severe: Heat rash While not life-threatening, heat rash can certainly interfere with vacation fun. In hot, humid environments, sweat cannot evaporate easily, leading to plugged sweat glands and a consequent skin rash. The rash can be treated by cool showers and cornstarch-containing powders. To prevent heat rash, keep the skin dry and wear fast-drying …