PARTLY FACETIOUS: Zardari sahib is back from Dubai “Aik Zardari sub pay bhari…I suppose translated it means Zardari is heavier than anyone else though in actual... Published 29 Jul, 2022 06:14am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: It’s not clear how long Shehbaz will stay in PM’s house “I heard many a spouse of a national leader is out of the country these days.” “Hey, stop referring to ... Published 28 Jul, 2022 04:41am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: Dar too is still waiting “Maryam Nawaz has come of age I reckon.” “You were against her for no reason.” “You as in who? I mean ... Published 27 Jul, 2022 05:23am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: But drinking water remains scarce “Water, water everywhere and ne’er a drop to drink.” “Coleridge right?” “Right.” “And who do you... Published 26 Jul, 2022 04:31am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: The SS team “Do you support the rather sanctimonious narrative of the Shehbaz Sharif team?” “I don’t think there is... Published 23 Jul, 2022 04:10am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: The front hitters “So who are the front hitters of the incumbent eleven-party coalition government?” “Front as opposed to back... Published 22 Jul, 2022 06:07am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: Nawaz’s return postponed indefinitely “I have it on good authority that after this Sunday past Mian Nawaz Sharif’s health has taken a turn for the... Published 21 Jul, 2022 05:40am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: All leaders are GBs “In our politics there are some unguided missiles — they fall back.” “Ah like a u-turn.” “I suppose... Published 20 Jul, 2022 05:48am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: Khan’s spiritual connections “You’ve gotta give it to The Khan.” “His spiritual connections…” “Don’t be facetious — 15 out of... Published 19 Jul, 2022 06:00am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: The elite capture in Pakistan “14 July was a momentous day.” “Indeed, it’s bastille day — the day the French stormed the bastille ... Published 16 Jul, 2022 04:20am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: The woes of global economy “So the Russian adventure in Ukraine has effectively destabilised the global economy.” “Well yes, in a way ... Published 15 Jul, 2022 06:20am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: Khan pitted against Maryam “20 by-elections in Punjab and election fever has gripped the entire country.” “Indeed The Khan is pitted... Published 14 Jul, 2022 05:00am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: Why has Ayaz Sadiq resigned? “Hear ye hear ye…” “That reminds me of Shakespeare — didn’t he use the phrase hear ye hear ye…”... Published 13 Jul, 2022 05:48am
Opinion Partly Facetious: Circle of politics in Pakistan “I had heard of a business cycle but this is a tad too much.” “Hey the circle of life is the... Published 07 Jul, 2022 05:35am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: Look at the glass as half full “What I don’t understand is why audio? I mean in this day and age where video can so easily be…” “Oye... Published 06 Jul, 2022 05:35am
Opinion Partly Facetious: Dar the samdhi “You say potaato and I say potato.” “Where do you hail from? Sialkot? For your information the difference in... Published 05 Jul, 2022 05:19am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: Forex reserves get the much-needed boost “OK so foreign exchange reserves are up again…” “The begging bowl reserves.” “Well that is no ... Published 02 Jul, 2022 04:10am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: All roads do not lead to The Khan “I hired a maid and she was stealing from me.” “Selections do not always pan out.” “I didn’t have much... Published 30 Jun, 2022 06:07am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: Decline in population growth rate “Pakistan’s population growth rate is declining – it was 1.9 percent in 2022 and…wait…this is contrary to ... Published 29 Jun, 2022 05:44am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: Redefining democracy “I would like to redefine democracy.” “Are you crazy! Democracy is universally defined as for the people, of... Published 28 Jun, 2022 06:10am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: What did Diego Maradona famously say? “You know there are certain positions, executive positions, where lies, lies and more lies can be beneficial.”... Published 25 Jun, 2022 04:42am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: The party’s name is even less respectful “Did you know that you can call three or even more people at the same time and, if you wish, neither of those you... Published 24 Jun, 2022 06:15am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: A black or white person “I like the colour grey.” “I am strictly a black or white person.” “Goethe, the great German writer, ... Published 23 Jun, 2022 06:05am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: TRM is closer to Maryam “Shehbaz Sharif needs to take serious note of the Finance Minister…” “I will have you know that Shehbaz... Published 22 Jun, 2022 05:58am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: IK’s daily presence in media reflects his boredom “People have very short memories.” “So?” “So The Khan doesn’t want to let any day pass without being... Published 21 Jun, 2022 05:51am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: It’s badminton! “Our politicians are playing badminton. Again.” “I will have you know that Nawaz Sharif has a platelet issue... Published 18 Jun, 2022 06:00am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: Do Mazari, Miftah have a counterpart in PPP? “The art of deflection is a key tool in politics and the more adept an artist the more successful the... Published 17 Jun, 2022 06:37am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: The Pakistani Rana “The Pakistani Rana is allergic to two elements.” “Pakistani Rana?” “There is the Indian Rana, a bad man... Published 16 Jun, 2022 06:03am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: The Khan’s narrative no longer effective? “The airwaves are full of pitching the coalition government’s narrative, or lack thereof, against The Khan’s... Published 15 Jun, 2022 06:30am
Opinion PARTLY FACETIOUS: Can I call a spade a spade? “So what do you reckon?” “Poor, poor, people of Pakistan is all I can say.” “You reckon The Khan…”... Published 14 Jun, 2022 05:56am
Attachment of bank accounts of taxpayers: FBR orders sales tax/FED recovery only after approval by field committees