You're subservient, or you're mistaken, PM tells military Sumera Khan / Zia Khan
In one of the most audacious speeches by a sitting prime minister in recent memory, Yousaf Raza Gilani on Thursday unexpectedly let loose a barrage of accusations and reservations against the country's all-powerful military establishment. _______________________________________________ National/City Mistrust, confusion led to NATO airstrike: Pentagon Huma Imtiaz The Pentagon finally lifted the veil on investigations into the controversial Nato airstrike, but offered little surprise. And to Pakistan's disappointment, nothing they were hoping for was said. Memogate case: President can't presume immunity, warns SC Faisal Shakeel President Asif Ali Zardari cannot avoid proceedings in the Memogate case by presuming that he enjoys immunity under Article 248 of the Constitution, the Supreme Court said on Thursday. Clandestine congregation: PPP in 'hush-hush' meeting over strategies Ifran Ghauri The top leadership of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has decided to confront challenges facing incumbent regime upfront. Tribune Take: Gilani's comments signify new rift between military, civilian govt Mahawish Rezvi In today's episode of the Tribune Take we take a look at Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani's comments in the National Assembly. Gilani's comments point towards a new spat between the military and the government after the Memogate scandal. On schedule: Imran Khan arrives with promise of historic rally Saba Imtiaz / Shaheryar Mirza Jinnah airport turned into a sea of red and green as Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) supporters flooded it to receive Imran Khan who declared that Sunday's public rally would not only go ahead but would also be a "historic" one. _______________________________________________ Business Strategic retreat: NBP, OGDC burst the IP gas pipeline bubble Zafar Bhutta The government has faced a major set back in the Iran-Pakistan (IP) gas pipeline project as the country's largest bank National Bank of Pakistan and the country's largest exploration company Oil and Gas Development Company Limited on Thursday refused to finance it due to possible sanctions by the US. MFN status to India: Pakistan proposes safeguards for local industry Shahbaz Rana Pakistan has asked India to sign three pacts to ensure level playing field for its exporters before implementing free trade regime, as Islamabad decides to ensure "effective protection" for local industries against threats of Indian products capturing Pakistani markets. _______________________________________________ Sports High-flying Pakistan upbeat on 'sterner' tests Fawad Hussain Pakistan coach Mohsin Khan has said his team was capable of beating any side in the world and stands a very good chance in the forthcoming series against England, provided the players complement the effort they put in with a fighting spirit. Afridi, Razzaq hammered in run-spree News Desk Perth Scorchers lived upto their name after they chased down the 189-run target set by Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League, losing just two wickets in the process. _______________________________________________ Life & Style Tete-a-tete with Abid Ali Saadia Qamar Abid Ali's name has been synonymous with the Pakistani entertainment industry for many years. Currently in talks with the Express Entertainment Channel about the development of a TV series based on humorist Shafiqur Rehman's writing and creating a soap opera "Naseebon Walian", it seems the veteran TV actor has big plans. The Express Tribune recently sat down with Ali to talk about his past acting endeavours as well as his future plans. PLBW Day 4: Fourth time's a charm Hani Taha It may have started off insipidly, but the manner in which PFDC L'Oreal Paris Bridal Week (PLBW) picked up pace and delivered wholeheartedly was phenomenal. _______________________________________________ | Opinion Diminishing external inflows Mekaal A Ahmed A tinpot despot Zafar Hilaly At odds with common perception Dr Pervez Tahir The mad who drink their own blood Farrukh Khan Pitafi Only for Muslims Yaqoob Khan Bangash Blogs Journalism and sensationalism Kazim Alam Ignoring CNG cylinders Muhammad Bilal Iqbal (Almost) swindled at the toll-booth Palwasha S What MI 4 taught me Sami Saayer Poll In your opinion, should PTI be allowed to hold a rally at Mazar-e-Quaid in Karachi? Yes (85%, 1182 Votes) No (15%, 214 Votes) Total Voters: 1396 Links Contact us Tribune on Facebook Tribune on Twitter About us RSS Feed Subscribe to the Paper Careers Copyrights Jobs Classifieds |