Wars are Now Won on the Basis of Regular Supplies of Viagra

Imagine a pack of blue pill doing the wonders for war mongers, isn’t it an awesome tool, a tactical weapon to ensure war victory. I am sure sun tzu along with Machiavelli would laugh, shy and feel amazed to hear about the tricks of trade of modern warfare used during the period of Mr. BUSH. Come on guys I am not joking, when one of my fellows shared the story, published in Washington Post “Little Blue Pills Among the Ways CIA Wins Friends in Afghanistan” I thought It might be a joke or funny read, but it was damn serious story.

Report says “The Afghan chieftain looked older than his 60-odd years, and his bearded face bore the creases of a man burdened with duties as tribal patriarch and husband to four younger women. His visitor, a CIA officer, saw an opportunity, and reached into his bag for a small gift. Four blue pills. Viagra.

"Take one of these. You'll love it," the officer said. Compliments of Uncle Sam

The enticement worked. The officer, who described the encounter, returned four days later to an enthusiastic reception. The grinning chief offered up a bonanza of information about Taliban movements and supply routes -- followed by a request for more pills.

I lament, these stupid oldies are selling prime information in exchange of one pack of Viagra, simply absurd.

I am sure Hakeem Sahib ‘using traditional herbal stuff to revitalize the sexual energy’ would be in demand in Pakistan; Pakistani agencies could ask them to come up with Desi NUSKHA to win over the war lords and Taliban in FATA.

Come on guys if it works for Americans in Afghanistan, cant this do wonders in our wild mountains’ give it a thought.

These oldies may find Viagra, an Ego Booster, Chill Pill.

BB We Miss You…..

BB is one of the charismatic leaders, at least for my generation. First I saw BB, when I was in school, she came over to our town to address the crowd and support Hakeem Baloch’s election campaign. My first ever direct interaction took place at Beach Luxury Hotel in the year 2000; she was invited by SZABIST as guest speaker. I was one of the organizers so I had brief interaction with her, as well as got a group photo. Her communication skills, the way she used to present, was simply awesome. I don’t see any other political leader having those skills. Her personality was attractive and dominating, the cool part was she was heading the political party, having roots deep down in villages. She was managing all those Waderas and Sardars, being a woman it was courageous. She was symbol for Pakistani women; she introduced and initiated women rights related legislations. She was the hope for women, what ever brief period she ruled; women rights were center of focus. Her struggle was recognized across the globe, UN awarded her prestigious Human Rights Prize. BB, we still miss you, we know you were brutally removed from political scene but what ever you did in short span of time we value all. We will miss you; horror of 27th Dec will haunt Pakistani society and ask why a mother was brutally killed, and society does not have any answer.

Guardian writes around 200,000 attended BBs first anniversary. I believe, for BB it was the best moment to make her exit, for her people the worst. She became a symbol of hope for dictatorship after thirty years of struggle and sacrifice, triumph and tribulation. BB of the legend is far more powerful than the 54 year old politician some foolish criminals tried to destroy.

Who Owns Pakistan?

Today over lunch, numbers of colleagues were critical of Mr. Zardari ‘even I am not an ardent follower of him’ however I fail to understand, why people simply are blind to real source of power, plundering country’s resources on permanent basis since the birth of the country. Real source lead by Military, followed by civil bureaucracy ‘permanent institution’ along with corrupt businessmen, mullahs and feudal. Hope educated class gets inquisitive and try to find out the truth rather than forming perception through unfiltered media trash.

This months Herald magazine shares an interesting report, it says during Musharraf period around Rs 100 billions worth of loans ‘issued by NBP, IDBP, ADBP’ were written off. Top ten defaulters who were the beneficiary were retired army officers, list also includes crony capitalists and government sponsored politicians 'Chaudhry Shujat, Pervaiz Ilahi, Jam Yusaf' (sorry A** for mentioning your uncles name, but it was published in Herald). During last 15 years of democracy ‘Junejo, BB and Nawaz’ written off loans were half the value as compared to Musharraf regime. During, both PPP tenures, written off loans were just 8% as compared to Musharraf era loan write off. Military Inc, A Case of Exploding Mangoes, two books are worth reading, and give good account of power politics of Pakistan.

What???? Taking Cell Phone to Grave, Height of Gadget Love!!!

Whenever I read history of ancient civilization, I come across intriguing information about culture and ancient life, people burying various things along with the dead body. In case of women, gems and jewelry or anything human adored, took them all the way to grave. Taking cell phones to grave is the norm, being set by modern creatures. If ancient Greek and Egyptian can do all that why not modern person…hmmm tit for tat. I was aware modern creature used to take along with them the dinner table, the bedroom, even the bathroom stall. But in recent years, some of us have started taking our beloved cell phones someplace really startling: the grave. MSNBC shares an interesting report it says “It seems that everyone under 40 who dies takes their cell phone with them, it’s a trend with BlackBerrys, too, even one guy was buried with his Game Boy”. Anecdotal evidence suggests being buried with a favorite tech device is on the upswing. The Future Laboratory, a London-based think tank, has commented on the behavior, noting it in places like the United Kingdom, Australia and South Africa. But experts are seeing it happen in the United States as well. People have even heard of cases where people are being buried with their iPod. But it’s the cell phone, in particular, that seems to be the burial gadget of choice. Why, exactly, are people going to the grave with their gadgets? Experts say there are a number of reasons. Some do it for the same reason people have always tucked mementos into a casket (or tomb, as in the case of King Tut). People want to surround themselves (or their loved ones) with the things they hold dear, whether that’s their cell phone and headset or some family photos, a fishing rod, a piece of treasured jewelry. Report further says “A lot of people say the phone represents the person, that it is part of their legacy, It’s an extension of them, like their class ring.” Modern era is getting us acquainted with intriguing norms, changing at fast pace….i still remember my conversion with my LUMS fellow ‘Ahmed Murad’ wish we were born in future ……….

Religion is not all About Rituals……Follow Rituals or Burn in Hell!!

My religious perspective mostly generates discussions with range of people across society. Lately, one of our friend “he is one of the leader in the largest Political Party’ was blamed that he drinks alcohol, its Haram etc. I hardly do the religious rituals yet claim to be a Muslims or rather good human being and at times people comment that you guys will be burn to hell. I won’t mind social drinking, having deep down respect for Hindus, Jews, and Christians rather for humans.

I am completely skeptic of Pakistani society, a twin faced, people wearing mask, using religion to look pious and do moral policing yet deep down living a monstrous life.

People do all kind of rituals, mosques are full, Umrah & Haj rituals are not missed yet our society is turning ugly, crime, corruption, tax evasion, exploitation of labor, brutality against women, killing in the name of religion & honor, sectarianism is witnessing rising trend.

Does anyone care? Or we are blinded by rituals or turned into unthinking ritualistic society!! Lately I was reading Nadeem Paracha “NAKED LUNCH: To Burn or Not to Burn in Hell” in daily dawn, he initiates an interesting discussion. People emphasize religious rituals yet society is turning ugly.

People emphasize on offering prayers “its essence is to stop and remind Muslims that curtain things are bad, to be avoided” rather prayer is way forward to becoming a good human being and social person. However, the essence is practically missing from our acts and dealings rather as a society we are too focused on rituals ‘focus is, how to hold hands during prayers, what should be length of shalwar ….. Shalwar takhnoon say kitni oopar honi chahiyeh etc’

He asks an interesting question “don’t you think had Muslims spent more time philosophically and rationally determining and investigating the message of the Qu’ran instead of reducing the intellectual discourse in this regard to the basic levels of ritual and dogma handed down to us by some rigid old men, the sight of mosques full of worshippers could have really meant something more than mere ritualism?”

He further writes “Quran needs interpretation according to the needs of Muslims in every day and age. It is full of metaphors. It is meant to be interpreted, isn’t it? That’s what most rational Islamic scholars have been trying to do for so long.”

He laments that there is no awakening happening among young Muslims, it seems like, we are collapsing inwards with outdated talk about laws made hundreds of years ago by Ulema of their times and their followers who would now like to see Muslim groups turn into static, unthinking totalitarian societies.

This discussion makes me think that science, philosophy and reason is need of the hour to rationally interpret religion rather pushing people into rituals.

No Fourth Warning; Pakistan; Get Ready for War!!!

Today’s Dawn says Dr Rice “US Secretary of State” warned Pakistan to understand the gravity of situation. Three warning already communicated; there won’t be any fourth. It seems world is losing patience and want to push Pakistan to do more, even Times of India quotes US defense intelligence sources that war clouds are rising in India. It seems alarming; hawks are playing their cards for a final showdown. Report says “You need to deal with the terrorism problem,” said the top US diplomat when asked what her message was to Pakistan. “And it’s not enough to say these are non-state actors. If they’re operating from Pakistani territory, then they have to be dealt with.”

According to US and diplomatic sources a much stronger message was conveyed to Pakistan at a meeting Ms Rice had with Islamabad’s national security adviser, Mahmud Ali Durrani.

“The curt message that Mr Durrani and the Pakistani team received from the Americans was: this is not 2002 and you cannot do what President Musharraf did after 9/11,” said a senior diplomatic source familiar with the talks. “In the past, you swept everything under the carpet while the problems were allowed to fester. No more.”

The Americans, according to these sources, told the Pakistanis that the Mumbai attack was no ordinary event and the tendency in Pakistan to deal with this as a minor incident was going to hurt the country.

The Americans insisted that they had enough evidence to prove that Lashkar-e-Tayaba and Jamaat-ud-Dawa were involved in the Mumbai attacks and they wanted concrete action against all such groups, the sources said.

“They told the Pakistanis to understand the gravity of the situation and the seriousness of the evidence that exists to Pakistan’s links to this event,” said one such source.

“The message the Americans gave was: this is the third time, we are saying such a thing. We may not be able to bail you out the fourth time,” the source said. “Global terrorism is not just an India-Pakistan dispute. We see LeT and Jamaat-ud-Dawa at par with Al Qaeda. Pakistan should stop thinking of this as just another round of India-Pakistan altercations.”

It seems tough time ahead for Pakistan, it seems the gravest moment in the history of sub continent is looming, hope sanity prevails before dooms day. Lastly, it is the responsibility of Pakistan to assure world & India that concrete steps are being taken to wipe out menace of terrorism....

Hey Confused Pakistani Fellows, Stop Faking; Be Original!!

Whenever I have a look at my home library books esp. “The Indus Saga” written by Aitezaz Ahsan, one question comes in my mind, who is Pakistani, what is Pakistani identity?? Wherever I see, it seems, as we are a confused nation, don’t know who we are? What is our identity? Are we Indians ‘South Asian’, Muslims with Arabic cultural influence or an unknown creature? I am glad ‘without prejudice’ at least Baloch culture is clear about its identify & every one says “ It has been over 5,000 years we are Baloch, 1,400 years we are Muslim, around 60 odd years we are ‘forcefully’ Pakistanis” It seems everyone is wearing a social mask. We hate Hindus, all our wedding culture is inspired by Indian society, we adore Indian movies, soap operas, Indian food, it seems there is not much difference, yet we hate India! Ironic. Everyone tries to connect their past to some weird place, some one claims to be having Afghan heritage, others link up to Central Asia and at times to various places in Iran such as Shiraz etc. but deep down historically most of the Pakistanis are either convert Muslims or Jat tribe ‘ later split into Punjabi speaking Hindu, Sikh & Muslims’. On the other hand especially in Sind, who so ever you talk esp. having surname of Syed “claiming that they have roots all the way to Arabia” Bukharis claim to be from Bukhara…at times I wonder if everyone is from Arabia then who is Sindhi ??? Our brown families, they try to be more English then Englishmen, these days they are testing the BABY SHOWER Rituals & they lament that they can not be part of Christmas because ‘Christians over here are looked down upon”. My fellows at LUMS are busy with Halloween “at times not knowing the background & Plague story behind it”. At times people feel good to have fake English accent, take the pride…weird. People try to look modern ‘not having modern thoughts i.e. lack openness of mind & heart, having lots of confusion, completely filled with perceptional & judgmental errors. No wonder we are a confused nation, completely hollow nation…..Maulvi from mind and heart yet wearing modern attire…ridiculous.

What???? Girls Buying Slim Body Without Losing Weight…Oops Its Magic Knickers…Sounds Weird!!

No more bulges babes, no more strenuous workout…..instant slim body. Guardian “UK Paper” writes, gone are the days when you think of lengthy weight losing exercise and gaining confidence, it is the magic dress ‘control pants’ makes you instantly fit for the party.

The thong looks suitably revolting - cheese wire attached to a fleshy cummerbund to absorb all fat. All of the control pants make you sit up straighter, cant move much here and there. It's also fairly obvious that you're not going to be able to eat a four-course meal in any kind of control underwear without seriously unpleasant results heheheh

Eliminating bulges is control pants reason for existence. Pants go right up to your chest and a little way down your legs, so you're seamless and bulge-free along your entire mid-section (sort of like a sausage). There is brand called ‘Charnos’ is good for those with smaller bums and big tummies, as it tends to cut into your cheeks but leave the rest of you sucked in. The other bonus is that you can wear it with strapless dresses and feel thoroughly supported, thanks to its built-in bra.

All fat babes, give it a try, expert believe it’s worth it to regain confidence instantly. How fast life gets, we want everything instantly without making any effort, eat a lot, no workout yet dying to buy slim body. Wow…round of applause for modern age.

Oh Really!!! Beauty Lies in the Eyes of Beholder….Big Butt, Thick Ankles, & Small Nose!! Wow

I wonder what exactly beauty is, never been able to solve that riddle! Frankly, to me beauty is one of the important aspects in personal self esteem; I believe one should guard it closely with efforts. When I have cross cultural interaction regarding beauty, I always get mesmerized with different definition of beauty. Lately I was watching Oprah Winfrey show on Beauty Around the World, it shared cool stories and insight to help in understanding the beauty. How do you define beauty? Is it a small waist and large breasts? A perfect smile and straight hair? When I get into fashion magazines I find beauty is narrowly defined. Oprah show shared that people defined beauty from thick ankles to small noses and women from five continents revealed what’s considered beautiful in their countries.

It reminds me my beauty talk with a Japanese girl in Tokyo, she defined that their skins is key to true beauty, ideal skin is fair, smooth and everyone goes crazy for that. I remember she also informed that instead of American style Botox injection to fight wrinkles they consume healthy and rich food “Collagen infused food and lots of water for sexy skin” hey girls it’s a hint for you to have gorgeous skin: P They also use chemicals and heat to straighten their hair for gorgeous look. Hmmm straight hair… I was surprised to see face slimming belt at one of the GINZA store in Tokyo, over here all my friends only know about sauna belt to fight fatness. If anyone is concerned that her face may be too puffy or chubby or whatever, there is a belt that they can wrap around face. It makes face thinner….I was informed that it is kind of thing with sauna properties. Interesting stuff regarding beauty goes around the world; National Geographic once showed girls at the age of 5 on Burmese & Thai to Kenyan region start wearing brass rings around neck to enhance beauty, giraffe like neck is considered gorgeous. Whereas indigenous people in various tropical region believe that women with tattooed blue lips look sexy.

 Oprah show also shared that Indian Desi babes are known across the world for their beautiful skin and hair, they mostly rely on turmeric lemon and honey on skin, herbal secrets are behind beauty. No wonder I fall for desi babes, they are attractive esp. the ones with semi dark complexion with big eyes. In Brazil, people are weight conscious, they use weight reduction pills as well as plastic surgery to achieve beauty, no wonder they look gorgeous, hmm lots of effort behind beauty. Most girls have curly hairs; they spend hell lot of time and money to achieve straight hair. Brazilian women also go through pressure to have big breast, blonde hair to look gorgeous. Iran is becoming the nose job capital of world, surgeon are minting money. Nose is considered the sign of beauty. In Mauretania beauty is all about having big butt, bigger is better is acceptable. Women are expected to be fat and guys to be skinny…wow. Girls are willing to do anything to have fuller figure, all the way going through using animal pills….that’s bizarre, isn’t it? In France, slimness is the key; girls spend a lot of time in getting slim body after that lingerie comes second along with range of body and personal care products. In France turning 60 is sexy….wow….sexiness is eternal !! It seems beauty is more of a cultural phenomenon and lies in the eyes of beholder. Hey guys and girls, focus on beauty aspect that beholder values heheh good tip, isn’t it??

Killing in the Name of Religion- Hatered Everywhere - Hey World, Stop Immaturity!!

Today I was watching HBO, came across a movie on Saudi terrorists rocking USA, and killing innocent civilians. Then turned to Time & Newsweek magazine it was all about Mumbai killings & post attack crackdown. Dawn newspaper also contained most of the news related to Jihadi crackdown and possible nuclear war. If I look back my history class books, all the way I find score of religious wars, Muslims vs. Christians or Jews to impose religious superiority of one group over other. In response, most of the time ‘the will’ of one group was forcefully imposed over others, however in the back of all, economic and political interests along with hegemonistic desires of one group was hidden. On the one hand, all religions ‘mainly Semitic’ talk of same GOD, preach the same philosophy of Love, Peace, Brotherhood and on the other hand religion have been used for division, hatred and war. History is witness of crusade and holy wars etc Material instincts of human being along with male dominating ego are catalyst in using the religion as a tool to further their personal and group goals. This brings me to conclusion that human being progressed materially all the way marching from dark ages to modern and post modern age but yet basic instinct of greed and dominance still thrives. This brings me to another question, does world lack maturity? Is couple of thousand of years not sufficient for human generation to learn and move forward as human being instead of material being? Is Utopian society is an impractical dream? Do we need religion to be good human? Will ever in this world people stop thinking as Jew, Muslim, Christian or Hindu? Will ever in this world, people experience human connection instead of socially imposed dividing bullshit?? I am completely lost on my way in the search of the answers to above questions …..

Maradona Mania Still Alive; We Love You.

Diego Maradona is one of the person I adored since childhood, he is my hero, my icon, my ideal; he is one of the most adorable character I have ever come across in my life. While growing up, to me he was the person used to bring smile on my face, early 90s world cup loss against Germany & Maradona’s cry, made me burst into tears & sleepless. His relationship with Hugo Chavez, Castro and political ideals simply sets him apart from the rest of the football heroes. He is people’s hero, people call him GOD, & he is! I am glad his legacy still thrives and mania and frenzy still alive. His recent Indian visit attracted 100,000 people. People forget about Mumbai terror attack & Maradona brought healing smile on the face of ordinary public. BBC reports “Hordes of autograph-hunters and photographers broke the police cordon at the stadium and mobbed Maradona before he ran on to the field to display his ball skills. Hundreds of young footballers, doubling up as ball boys, rushed in to touch his feet or embrace him”. "He is God for us, so we touch his feet," said schoolboy footballer Kajal Das. Maradona was showered with gifts - a golden boot, a golden ball, a full statue of him in his blue-and-white Argentina jersey and much else. Amazing thing happened was, he set Calcutta on fire, what one would expect Football, Politics & Maradona Flamboyance :)

Shobhaa Attacks Male Chauvinist Pigs “Yes, I do wear lipstick. But no powder”

Shobhaa De is one of the writer with marvelous thoughts is always on the top of my mind. She is the symbol for females in male chauvinist world. I thought Indian democracy has been catalyst in producing best political brains with mature open minds and hearts but it was sad to see male chauvinist Mukhtir Naqvi & his personal bashing of a female. At times I think we South Asian are moving one step forward but two steps backward. I am impressed the way Shobhaa fights back the stupid thoughtless Male Chauvinist Pig) politician, she is the South Asian hope……wish we had more female activists like Shobhaa. She writes “Yes, Mr.Mukhtir Naqvi. I do wear lipstick. But no powder. And I do live in South Mumbai in what is considered an ‘elite’ locality ( though ‘elite slum’ is a more accurate description). I also frequent 5- Star hotels close by, notably the magnificent Taj Mahal. I unashamedly refer to it as my second home – for that it what it has always been. My lifestyle can be loosely described as a privileged one, by most standards. So bloody what?? I have worked long and hard for these perks. I have earned them through honest means. I did not inherit a fortune and was raised in a middle class home. Like every Indian, my parents dreamt of giving their children a better life by educating them. We fulfilled their dreams…. and a few of our own. Is that a crime??I proudly pay my taxes…. and my bills. Which is more than can be said for most of your tribe - the real ‘elite’ today - politicians with zero accountability and all the advantages they criticize in others. I refuse to be apologetic for the way I live. As they say, living well is still the best revenge! Unlike a lot of so-called netas, I do not have a criminal record. When I leave home, it is in a nice car, but not a mobile fortress with a cavalcade of state-paid gunmen to protect me. Traffic is not diverted along the routes I take, inconveniencing others. And I am frisked at airport, like everybody else. So…. Mr. Naqvi, how dare you put me (and other women) down by making such an impertinent and uncalled for remark ?We are professionals doing our jobs to the best of our abilities. Can you claim the same? Whether we apply lipstick, cake our faces with powder, wear wigs or fake eyelashes – that is our exclusive prerogative and business. It does not concern anyone else. This remark only displays your pathetically biased attitude towards women – particularly a class of urban careerists who defy the stereotype as determined by the likes of you.The subtext of your remark ( and the remarks of other self-styled intellectuals who have discovered a new sport - ‘elite bashing’ ) comes at a time when our attention should be on more vital matters – survival under a siege. To target people who belong to a more affluent\educated segment of our society, is to display a perverse narrow mindedness. My voice is as valid as the voice of the anonymous vegetable vendor – we are both citizens of India. Are you trying to say tv anchors sans lipstick\powder are better at their jobs? Should women in politics shun cosmetics in order to be taken more ‘seriously’ (by men, of course!) ? Should female public figures dress down so they can add to their credibility factor and look the part assigned to them by society?? Does lipstick take away from their contribution\competence? Must ask Condileeza Rice (a woman who tops the world’s ‘Most Stylish’ lists year after year). Must also ask Sonia Gandhi, who is nothing if not impeccably turned out at all times, and definitely wears lipstick. Oh…. and how can I forget my new best friend , Jayanthi Natarajan??

It is a great pity Naqvi brought gender into the present crisis and trivialised the issue . George Fernandes lost the plot when he decided to wage war against a cola. Perhaps Naqvi’s battle is against poor lipstick??

A pity that the nightmare suffered by Mumbai has been reduced to some sort of a class war, in which the elite are supposed to ‘defend’ themselves and say, “ No, no, no…. we are really not like that…. we feel equally for the lives lost at CST.” Come on…. grow up. Tragedy IS like that – it is personalized and intense when it hits home as ferociously as these attacks did. Tragedy too, needs a ‘face’…. or an ‘image’ that encapsulates collective grief. It so happens, the Taj Mahal Hotel became that image…. that icon, symbolizing the horror of this incomprehensible tragedy that has left the nation reeling in its wake.Why bring class divides into it? Don’t our politicians insist on the best rooms (gratis), at 5-star hotels?At least, the rest of us pay the hefty tariffs ourselves. Don’t India’s unwashed, scruffy jholawala intellectuals quaff gallons of moofat Scotch, whenever and wherever?? First pay your own booze bills, guys, then save the world. It is believed Narayan Rane’s sons drive around in a Bentley with eight commandos to ‘protect’ them. Who pays?? Suckers like us . It is our Billionaires and Bollywood stars we flaunt internationally when we need to boost our country’s image. It is also the elite who donate generously towards rehabilitation efforts in a crisis. I am sick of being told off by the likes of Naqvi. I am sick of attempts to somehow make me feel ‘guilty’ for being who I am, looking the way I do.

Sorry, Mr. Naqvi. Read my lips : Much more lipstick! Darker and brighter! You are welcome to borrow some…"

Paki Guys, Oh Please, Don’t Pee on the Road, Stop Voyeurism !!

Today I was going to the car parking along with friends, we reached the parking gate, saw a guy peeing on the main road along side the parking lot wall. It was disgusting to see a peeing guy in public, its height of messy voyeurism.

It is understood that Karachi lacks public toilets, hmmm but still, one can find a better hidden place to have leak. Ohhh this brings me to another thought, city’s Nazim has been declared number two in the world “I guess source is some rating agency in Namibia, Niger, Togo or Burkina Faso ;-) ”, am sure Tokyo, London, Paris, New York, Seoul, Moscow Mayors would get mesmerized to see Karachi competing with global cities... wow ;-)

My friend had a point, she was so right that we lack manners, she was about to kick on the guys butt but we stopped her. Now I understand why she hates men esp. Pakistani men, if she were Queen Cleopatra of Pakistan, she would have killed all men in Pakistan except few ‘that includes me and few others :)

Let me conclude on funny note; one of my friend from Quetta, shared that there are various public places where guys frequently pee in public, to deter or to stop he saw this sentence on one of the wall; "yeh dekho gaadha peshab kar raha hai –look here, donkey is peeing" OMG heheheheh very very funny.

To add more, I thought pee voyeurism is just Paki phenomenon, once I posted my blog after one wek, I received various comments. My cousin saw girls and guys peeing in public in London esp. over weekend when they are usually drunk, people gone to an extent, utilizing tall red phone booth for sex. He also mentioned that guys in Pakistan pee in a descent way but British girls pee in an awkward sex position :P yuckkkkkkkkkk. I also received another comment from a friend who lives in France ‘near Swiss border” he has seen pee voyeurism in Switzerland & he shared a pic and asked me to post on the blog, instead of bashing Paki guys :-)

I guess I have been bit harsh on Paki guys, it seems pee voyeurism is a global phenomenon, somewhere common and at places rare :P

“Hang Out With Happy People; It Transfers into You… Avoid Unhappy lot, Its Contagious”

Hey all my unhappy friends, plzzzzzzzzzz avoid interaction with me, else you become happy to enjoy my companionship. At times I interact with people having negative and pessimist thoughts , I feel it really transfers into me, and I also start having negative perspective vis a vis life. I just came to know it’s contagious, hang out with unhappy people, you also become unhappy….. Seriously, I came across an interesting research it says “Happiness is contagious”. The more happy people you know, the more likely you are yourself to be happy. And getting connected to happy people improves a person's own happiness; this was reported in the British Medical Journal. Harvard Medical School Professor believes that "What we are dealing with is an emotional stampede

Study suggests “People with the most social connections -- friends, spouses, neighbors, relatives -- were also the happiest, the data showed. “Each additional happy person makes you happier”.

Study also discovered that happiness is more contagious than unhappiness.

"If a social contact is happy, it increases the likelihood that you are happy by 15 percent and a friend of a friend, or the friend of a spouse or a sibling, if they are happy, increases your chances by 10 percent”. Study also reveals, a happy friend is worth about $20,000…… All my happy friends you are worth $20,000 each to me “not being materialist here :P” my new year resolution is to have an account of happy friends and maximize my friends’ worth “value $ one million”. How about you doing the same, will help me, as well as to you and all others who are connected to you.

Lets make happiness web ;-)

Leave Office....Go Home & Produce Babies!!

Today I was browsing UK paper Guardian, came across an interesting title “Go Home & Produce Babies!!

I started wondering what if it gets published in Pakistan for Pakistanis; I guess there won’t be any space left to breathe esp. in Karachi.

Anyways, it is for Japanese, article says, Japan’s workers are being urged to switch off their laptops, go home early and use what little energy they have left on procreation, in an attempt to avert demographic disaster.

The drive to persuade employers that their staff would be better off at home than staying late at the office comes amid warnings from health experts that many couples are simply too tired to have sex.

A survey of married couples under 50 found that more than a third had not had sex in the previous month. Many couples said they didn't have the energy. A study by Durex found that the average couple has sex 45 times a year, less than half the global average of 103 times.

Japan's birth rate of 1.34 is among the lowest in the world and falls well short of the 2.07 children needed to keep the population stable. If it persists, demographers say the population will drop to 95 million by 2050 from its 2006 peak of 127.7 million.

It is so true, even during my trip I came across many oldies all around…..let us see how Durex & Japanese government would induce couples to produce more & spend less time at work….

If nothing works, they should advertise in Pakistan .......(Pakistani Labor Required to Increase Birth Rate in Japan, Productive Person would Get Extra Bonuses ;-)

No Country Takes Toilets as Seriously as Japan !!

Lately I was sharing my Japanese trip experience with few of my friends, I shared one thing “when it comes to lavatories, Japan is step ahead of the rest of the world, no country takes toilets quite so seriously as Japan”.

Today I was browsing BBC news for an update on post Mumbai showdown, I came across an interesting article titled “The art of the toilet in Japan” it reminded me of my stay at Imperial Hotel in Tokyo. Toilet having flat screen satellite TV along with many many other weird digital options: P At times I also joke around with friends that if any guest needs massage in Japan, a lady comes out from a pipe fixed nearby the changing area hehehe.

The surprising thing I experienced was machines with heated seats, built-in bidets and a dynamic range of flushing options are almost ubiquitous in homes and public buildings.

BBC article shares an interesting story, it says in general life is fast, esp salaried men are stressed in Japan, one such guy recently published poetry, he says "The only warmth in my life is the toilet seat," he mourned heheheh.

The interesting thing which I never shared with friends, these lavatories can do much more than keep you warm. One even sends a tiny electrical charge through the user's buttocks to check their body-fat ratio. Hey my weight conscious friends, you count on import option & it’s worth it: P

Over here, we are just aware of Panasonic consumer electronics but in Japan well known master of the modern loo convenience is the Panasonic Corporation.

BBC guy shared his interesting visit to Panasonic showroom; he saw, there was a loo that glowed in the dark and another that had built-in loudspeakers.

Surprisingly the booming market for luxury loo is ageing women, never knew women could fall in love with luxury tetchy loo, I thought they only love shopping for personal care & dresses. However, these days guys also in personal care stuff :P

Another interesting fact BBC guy shared that there is also a dark underground trade in DVDs filmed in ladies' toilets by hidden cameras, and only last week a man was arrested for placing "spycams" in the lavatories of a girls' school.

He also shared that most of the time, though, the Japanese are happy to think of a toilet as their comfort and their friend.

Friends, lastly, let me share another fact through this blog post, I also experienced an interesting loo greeting, when I slowly walked towards a loo, it automatically raised its lid to greet, and that was awesome.

Fearful Mumbai Pigeons; Facing Terrorist Wrath

It has been few days everybody is focusing on Mumbai ordeal, I was sad to read the ordeal poor pigeons had to go through. It is well known that Taj Hotel is the gate way of India, just in the front area, pigeons welcome the incoming people & people love to take pictures with friendly pigeons along with historic Taj in the background. Every day, lots of people feed these friendly pigeons.

Pigeons were the ones who witnessed the killing spree from close, sound of blast, fear, blood, anger, cry, they witnessed all. Once the Operation Cyclone was complete, there were dead pigeons all around along with injured ones. It is not the people of Mumbai faced the wrath; Pigeons are also going through the ordeal, pain, fear and loss.

People were surprised to see fearful & grieved pigeons, for once everyone realized it is not the people who go through the pain but animals and birds are also sensitive.

I just wonder, these pigeons may start assembling in front of Taj so will people; all will forget the horror and move on. However, one question really bothers everyone, this time fear will remain in the minds of people for a long time.

Pigeon are the ambassadors of peace, yet they had to face the terror, isn’t it ironic?

Pakistan; A Global Taboo, an Outcast, Will be Forced to Act Decisively!!

Everyday passes with any terrorist event anywhere in the world, blame goes to Pakistan and all links connected to Pakistan. It seems Pakistan is becoming a global taboo and it is feared that US & world power would further pressurize & force Pakistan to act decisively. As per media, Indian captured terrorist has revealed that a group of terrorist entered in Indian Gujarat from Karachi, trained by LASHKAR E TAIBA in Pakistan. Indian Prime Minister asked Pakistan to send ISI chief & our Foreign Minister has already cut short Indian trip.

Here are news heading in Indian Urdu papers......

Pakistan always dreamt about having Afghanistan its subsidiary, subservient, providing strategic depth. US blame Pakistan infiltrating into Afghan & neighboring India through supporting proxy terrorists. I just wonder, as a nation “if involved or not” can we really afford such adventures all across the region. What will be impact of Indian nightmare on Indian Muslims??? Can Pakistan afford to respond to Indian & US military might?? Every blame affects ordinary Pakistani, who travels across the globe; it seems we as a nation are becoming a global outcast. I fear Indo Pak relations will touch nose down, future of Pakistan in the midst of regional power pressure seems bleak. Hope sanity prevails before it is too late.

On the other hand US & Indians have to play a productive role in vanishing the insecure feeling of Pakistan so that a trust could be built for a better DAWN.

Anyone cares? Anyone thinks?

Lastly, i just want to share my lament, i always adored Tata dynasty, one of my favorite book is also about Tatas "Creation of Wealth". Sad to see 1880s great monument burning & bleeding.

Hoping for Hope…Do We Have Right to Hope?

Yesterdays' Mumbai attacks terrorized everyone across the globe; people are in shock and awe…….traumatized!! Horrific to see, the way innocent people were murdered by cruel and inhuman animals. Today, while reading Times of India I came across an interesting article, question was how long it does take people to get normal after a disastrous ordeal? Do people have right to hope?? Article says “Under normal circumstances, it's natural to lose and regain hope, because no one mood can last eternally in any of us. But what happens when you are a victim of a terrorist attack? The angst of losing a loved one, the trauma of being a hostage or the apprehension that your family may or may not come home tonight ...some experiences are so painful that it seems as if all hope is lost.

"But nobody can live without hope, even if it were only for the smallest things which give us satisfaction, even under the worst of conditions. Without hope, the tension of our life towards the future would vanish, and with it, life itself. So, do we have a right to hope? Is there justified hope for each of us, for nations and movements, for mankind and perhaps for all life? Do we have a right to hope, even, against hope? Even against the reality of death? You may be living through a terrible trial right now, but even though you feel as if darkness has defeated you, there is a way to regain your and it is only positive thoughts & HOPE itself…. Hoping for the hope in the dust of disaster is need of the hour…… I just want to say to people “hope makes us reach out to family and friends and to make plans for

the future. Hope is energy, so don't let it go!".

I pray, God gives our Indian brothers courage to accept the loss & move on with hope for new & prosperous DAWN.

Crotch Groping Security Search & Weapons of Mass Destructions!!

Today I went through the weirdest crotch groping security search at Faisalabad Airport, I was furious and disgruntled with the security search experience. The way they were doing the crotch groping search, for one minute I thought they probably suspect and believe that I might be carrying weapons of mass destruction in my underpants to blast the Airplane.

When I first entered the airport, went through initial security search, on the left side there was toilet with no Urinals, after using, I was again asked to go through same security search , that was the first weird encounter.

Believe you me, you will get surprised, airport lounge had separate space for pets: P I came across cats, it reminded me of Japanese Airport. I thought I may see some puppies and dogs around but could only see Haji Sahibs all around.

Waisay, everybody is Haji Sahibs in Faisalabad, it is the trend, if one does one thing, and everyone follows…hmmm societal pressure. In terms of business dealing its funny, they keep aside their Knighthood “Haji Title” and start doing all kind of unethical things, they need not to be blamed, and it is our national character “Twin Faced, Mask Wearing Pakistani Nation”.

I was disgruntled with airport lounge experience, just before landing I went to toilet for face wash, closed the doors, here comes the weirdest bang on the door, one bang, second bang and last was big, I thought guy may break the door, so I opened the door, I guess guys was dying to get the oxygen through using the occupied toilet with force. Hmmm, its not his fault that’s what army does, they bang with force and grab the prime lands all around even though those lands may be public property.

Crotch groping experience made me wonder, if I had to land in Peshawar, security search may start with deep down butt search :P after all its security, one can not argue, irrespective, they grope your crotch or finger deep down arse to make sure weapons of mass destructions are not hidden.

Funny country , funny people & all this only happens in Pakistan.

Stop Judging! Stop Bitching !

Lately I had an interesting discussion on relationship, one of my friend shared interesting thought “if one summarizes all interpersonal problems, he or she ends up with one word “communication gap”.

For sure, talking and listening are probably the most important ingredients in healthy relationship. There'll always be tensions and disagreements, but if one communicates well, he or she can overcome almost any problem.

In terms of relationship I classify myself the failed person yet aspiring to learn with every mistake and failure.

Furthermore, an interesting discussion we had in one of the behavioral sciences interactive session, important thing I always consider is that we people always have our judgments about people and situations. These judgments are always subjective perceptions, mostly wrong and usually results in complicated thoughts, lethal & poisonous for healthy relationship.

At times I think how come people have so much time to Bitch & back bite …isn’t it true “life is too short to be nostalgic” !!!!

Pakistan is Facing One Real Danger, You Know What????

Pakistan is facing one real danger; it is one of the replies of the Lebanese origin French participant of 25th World Performing Arts Festival held in Lahore, he mentioned “Who so ever “GIRL” you see you fall in LOVE…wow ...that was scintillating, dazzling and awe inspiring reply. Lahore beauty and charm has always mesmerized me, my LUMS visit always make me engrossed, lots of distracting & killer beauty all around, make you visit Lahore again and again. Apart from Lahori girls, Lahore’s historical preserved buildings always make you fall in love, especially in the surrounding of old walled city.

Cocco's Den Restaurant, food, ambiance, bold paintings are one of its kind, it gives you the flamboyance of past of Diamond Market “Mughal Era Brothel”. The owner Iqbal, always adds his creative pieces and thoughts to make the visitors fall deeply in love with the place. Mughal era architecture especially the Badshahi Mosque along with Lahore fort are so grandeur and inviting , one just can not avoid the scenic beauty from the top of the restaurant.

People in Pakistan Love Poking Their Nose in Others Affairs, WHY !!!

I have written in the past and feel like writing again; we Pakistani never learn to mind our own business. Poking nose into others affairs seems to be the best available hobby and time pass. In every other thing we bring the religion, talk of morality but when it come to human connection, we forget everything and start moral policing, passing judgements & envy of others. It reminds me of another story, Stephan Covey shared, he says, “There are two kinds of people, Deficient Mentality DM & Sufficient Mentality SM. DM people think that every resource is scare in the world, if someone gains something, he or she may be the victim or loser, seem like a Zero Sum Game, other people are SM, they believe that planet is bestowed to human being with abundance, if someone gains, it has nothing to do with his or her gain or loss, everybody runs their own race”. At times I just think for a moment, if one starts noticing or getting influence from people, start acting the way sick society want every human being to act, people would stop having their control over their destiny, the way they want to live, complete loss of freedom. I am glad that God has given us thoughts, or upbringing, that we tend to enjoy the freedom, live the way we want, keep blind eye to sick society. On my drive back home, I was sharing the same thoughts with my friend, her thought really inspired me and for a moment I thanked God that I am glad and lucky that I have got such awesome friends, with complete belief in personal freedom of thoughts and action.

Ladies Dream Boy, Seductive John Dominates Planet Bollywood

Guys, enough of serious topics, I am already strained due to hectic LUMS, today i thought of writing something for girls. None other but John could attract more blog traffic esp. for female readers.

I do browse bollywood spicy stuff once in a while. I was surprised to read that John Abraham is the girls craze these days; every other web site posting hot pictures of John, ultimate eye smoothing sight for girls.

In the past Jacky Sheroff was known to be ladies men, that was the last seductive craze I came across but John has extreme seductive appeal for girls as I browsed spicy readings. At times I wonder there are so many girls used all over the world to provide respite to hungry male libido. Here comes the bollywood creativity with ultimate girls focused stuff, surprised to read about his showing off the BUTT Cracks. Am sure girls & gays would have watched the movie back and forth with quick and constants rewinds.

Be honest, haven’t you watched back & forth: P

I was having talk with my Lahori friend, she told me that she goes to bed early so that she could fantasize about John, see him in her dreams. Wow, that’s the ultimate craze, guy is lucky, am sure days are not far when he would be the girls’ kings of planet Bollywood.

Today I heard two females saying “John is the Gods creation for world peace” & “John is the best eye candy” ….

John don't come here, female will bite to death.

Untouchable Women; Sad Story of Wazeeran Bibi

I was sad to read the story of 40 year old Wazeeran on BBC; she is being treated as untouchable, no body interacts with her, her kids are taken away, her kitchen is separate, she has been put in quarantine. She says in depressing voice “I am suffering from HIV AIDS”. Her husband died two year back because of AIDS; it is likely that he was the one, who transmitted the disease to Wazeeran. It is reported that in Sindh, there are 2,354 registered AIDS patients, out of every 7 men there is one women who is suffering from AIDS Pakistan is spending a lot of money on Aids awareness program but it is sad to see the plight of poor Wazeeran bibi, people call her BADNASEEB, EVIL, some of them call her BITCH. She didn’t know that HIV can transmit from husband to wife; she is still hopeful and searching for a doctor who could cure her disease and get her out of social and physical quarantine. It is sad that lack of awareness is creating disastrous consequence for poor patient…..doesn’t she need support or healing hand….. It seems society is DEAD, not one thinks!!! It reminds me of the sentence my friend shared “it is the worst thing to live as women in Pakistani society”.

Awesome Balochi Norwegian Fusion Music Concert

I always love the Balochi Norwegian duo, fusion music. Rustam Mir Lashari along with Abdul Rehman’s master Banjo skills are awe inspiring.

Just wanted to share my favorite song, simply cool.

Lahori Accent, Insecure Karachi & Lust for Food :-)

Whenever I am in Karachi, I end up with Lahore- Karachi debate with my friends. Karachi is my first home and Lahore is second “LUMS my academic abode” Apart from Arabian Sea, Karachi is a cosmopolitan city yet very very insecure. One can not think of carrying expensive cell phone, mugging and cell phone snatching is so common that even congested main roads are not spared. Insecurity of Karachi sucks, whereas in Lahore, it is not that bad, people roam around late, muggings is not common, it is peaceful life as compared to crowded and chaotic Karachi. However, charm of cosmopolitan port city is not comparable. Hey my Karachi friends, don’t get offended, am being pro Lahori here!! let me amuse you guys. Lahori accent is funny, food lack spice “my type though”, my favorite restaurant POLO LOUNGE is also in Lahore. Let me share few funny words, Lahori pronounce “Hour, Ghanta as GHAAINTA” “Seventeen, Satra, SAATAARA” “Street, SATREET” “Screen, SAKREEN” “School, SAKOOL”, “Round About, GOL CHAKKAR” “Company, KOMPAANY” "Dahi Bhallay" "Tree, Darakht, DARAKHAAT" "Round About, CHOUNKK" " Brother, Bhai Jan, PAI YAAN" hehe

On the other day my friend from Karachi visited me, on our way, we had an interesting discussion, she said, she would love to live in Lahore provided if you transfer the people from Karachi to Lahore and vice versa ;-)

There are so many funny and hilarious accent bloopers, hey Karachites, you would love them. On the other hand Lahori are more sociable than Karachites, outgoing and friendly. They love FOOD, lust for cuisines is amazing. I would rather call both Karachi & Lahore my home towns, after Karachi, it is the only city where I feel at home.

Lahore Lahore EE ;-) & Karachi Rocks :-)

Ofcourse i have to be diplomat here:P......after all , i am a LIBRA ;-) 

Shari, Protesting Baloch Girl Asks Pakistan, “Where is My Father?”

Tonight I came across a sentimental video on BBC on gross human rights violation in Baluchistan. Video showed little 9 year old girl Shari, protesting in Karachi, her father Wahid Kambar is one of the several men who have disappeared. It is alleged that government and law enforcement agencies are behind such disappearance. Wahid disappeared on 14th March last year and Shari explained that govt has also informed that he has been arrested. If there is any allegation he and other guys must be produced before court. She protested in crying voice, “we are on street I will commit suicide, it is better to die, my father is the only bread earner for family” innocently she questioned “why we baloch have to face all brutalities?” Sitting in Lahore in my dorm, Shari’s appeal made me sentimental, made me cry, I set aside my books and started thinking deep about the plight of my people in Baluchistan. Next segment showed interview of Karema Baloch, she said our protest is as per UN charter, right of self determination is every nation’s right, be it Kashmir or Palestine. As per Karema around 8,000 men and women have been disappeared. I started asking questions to myself “How long this brutal game will continue? Isn’t it enough, been over 60 years, for God sake!!!….history teaches us, it is not possible to enslave people and depress the free will. Peace is the product of justice, no justice no peace. Bleeding wounds of Baluchistan need healing hand.

Hypocrisy, Social Mask or Be Your True Self...Ultimate Freedom !!

Today, I had an interesting discussion with friends at LUMS; some of them perceive that I tend to have ultra liberal views regarding life, religion, relationship. It is perceived that in my interactions I express my thoughts openly, totally in contrast to acceptable values. They believe that I hardly care about others in expressing my views; either they perceive my thoughts negatively or positively in terms of image. It made me think about our society in general, it is common belief that one should look good in the eyes of others yet inspired or desirous of doing all natural things. There are people in our society who strongly advocate that it is wrong to watch sensual movies, wrong to have relationship with any girl, drinking, partying and they back such thoughts with confused religious or social citing. It sounds fine but believe you me, as human being it is hard to get rid of natural urges so to the core people in our society act like a natural person, yet deny liking for natural urges, wear a social mask, hide their true self behind the words such as social values, tradition, morality etc “not all but most of them” At times I think these words sound subjective and society in general be it good or bad impose its definition and impose set of acceptable behaviors on individuals if anyone does not follow out of logic he or she is termed rebel or outcast. At times I think, shouldn’t one be allowed to have his or her value system, belief regarding life as long as these are not in contrast or hurt other individuals . What if they respect people with conformist views or conservative views? Shouldn’t we live a natural life, live and let others live with respect irrespective of views, thoughts, perceptions or attitudes towards life, or we live in self denial, wear a social mask and say yes to hypocrisy……give it a thought!!!

The Corporation; A Ruthless "LEGAL" Person Without Soul !!

Documentary The Corporation (2003) by Mark Achbar and Jennifer Abbott initiates an interesting discussion, it is an intriguing discussion. It talks about origins of Corporation as Legal entity, its development till today and its influence on our life.

The interesting question behind is: what is the connection between structure which corporation has set up and current social structure?

Does Corporation which has every legal right as human being, but lack of soul and emotions, produces pathological employees or at least pathological top managers which represent it? Corporations have limited liability, who suffers, who pays for the pitfall, it is the tax payer....doesn't this sound absurd!!! Tax payers are bailing out US Corporations.....why????

The most evident trait of psychopaths is lack of empathy and emotions (what surly corporation as legal but not alive personality misses).

The interesting argument documentary present is that "In corporate culture the one with lack of emotions survives the best", that's what i have noticed in my last seven year experience, working for Corporations.

There are several theories about Psychopathology from mental disorder to just adoption strategy. With social structure as we have is it than psychopath’s adoption strategy the most efficient one?

Is this the way how evolution allow survivor to the most adopted organisms? Are the people with empathy and social consciousness extinction species? Is life simply a utility? Are corporation all about bottom line, even beyond the public GOOD?Is civilization just all about materialist quest, in ruthless fashion?

Think over, intriguing question, as business graduate & corporate executive, questions loom in my mind but i have no answer!

Fallen in Love With Sensation White

You may wonder what kind of love I am talking about here, hey it’s not about any girl: P Tonight I attended an in house virtual Sensation White party at villa called Woodstock villa. Guys had their share of smoke then everyone plunged into madness of sensation white.

Sensation is an indoor dance-event which originated from the Netherlands. The original event which ran exclusively in the Amsterdam Arena A for a period of five years until 2005 is now located throughout Poland, Spain, Chile, Germany, Belgium, Hungary, Czech Republic, Latvia, Russia, Denmark and Lithuania.

Everybody dresses up in white, dance and plunge into madness in the darkness and noise. Simply stimulate the ecstasy related feeling deep inside.

Sensation (White) is mostly a trance and house event. All the attendees are required to wear white and the Amsterdam ArenA itself is decorated to match. Sensation White's slogan is "Be Part Of The Night - Dress in White". Every event has around 40,000-45,000 tickets available. The Amsterdam ArenA event takes place every year on the first Saturday in July.

Fun experience, was virtual but love to be part of live show.

Stop Child Abuse; Anti Child Abuse Day Celebration At LUMS

Today when I went for lunch at Pepsi Dinning C,LUMS, came across banners, posters and stalls, creating awareness regarding the child abuse. November is the official child abuse awareness month, LUMS is making efforts to create awareness, and it is inspiring and impressive.

Lately I came across a new report on attitudes to child sex abuse in Pakistan's North-West Frontier Province paints a horrifying picture of widespread abuse.

The report shows that many of the population believe that the sexual abuse of young boys is a matter of pride. Imagine, how absurd it sounds and so called society, norms and traditions are cruel.

Recently, UN conducted survey of Child Abuse; one third of those who took part in the survey did not even believe that child sexual abuse was a bad thing - let alone a crime.

The UN believes the sexual abuse of young children is widespread in some areas of the country but that until now it has been hidden behind a wall of silence.

In Pakistan much of the population lives in squalid slums where children are forced to play their part in the day to day survival of the family. That means working in places such as the notorious Pirwadhai bus station in Rawalpindi.

Here there are hundreds of young boys at work in the grimy workshops and sleazy hotels on which the bus station's reputation is based. For this is a centre of child sexual abuse. One boy told me that local hotels encouraged the trade: "The hotel-owners employ children who are used to attract customers. The customers are then told what kind of services are provided and that they can do what they want with the children. The hotels here are very well known for these services. And it's good money for us."

Their clients are men from all backgrounds - travelling from one part of the country to another - thus freed from the constraints of life at home in this conservative society. With girls mostly kept at home - they prey on these working boys who are extremely vulnerable to abuse.

Inhuman acts prevail yet we keep silence; & we let people abuse children, disgusting and gruesome. Isn’t it the time to speak up and voice against the worst crime one could ever imagine????? at least speak up!!!

Two Sticks from Barack Hussein Obama for Pakistan!

Democracy is the beauty of USA, a country, provides equal opportunities to people from across the globe.

You may wonder what two stick means here in the context of Pakistan and Obama. Well, I am mentioning two carrots would be there for Pakistan, one for eating and other one to put it deep down the Arse. Obama said he is willing to strike Al Qaeda targets inside Pakistan, adopting a tough tone. He is willing to continue the war on terror fund “carrots in the mouth” and also continue hot pursuit and drone attacks on FATA “carrot in Arse” It was funny to see ordinary Pakistani to believe that Barack Hussein is going to make a difference for Pakistan; he got Muslims roots etc, fail to understand that US policy is not for few years. Grand strategy is well focused and developed by think tanks. It is must for Pakistani to stop supporting religious extremists “as alleged”, stop interference in neighboring countries, and remain democratic and responsible. Pakistani must understand that world is not going to accept the adventurist Pakistan, marching ahead with nuclear black marketing. Now time will tell how much carrot would be in the mouth and how long for the other end. It is really a defining moment the way Democracy marched in US, it is transition and change. I am sure Democrats are the hope to take the great country in future, marching with more human, capitalistic and democratic principles.

Americans have given equal chance to all to make a difference in choosing WORLDs PRESIDENT "Obama, an African American".

It is the victory of freedom, victory of American dream & victory of world .Obama secured his position in history, am sure change is coming to America.

Hard to see JC Jackson in tears, really unbelievable. Viva Obama, Viva US.

Kissing Students, Exploring Youth, Hey What’s Wrong???

 I wanted to share a story my friend shared, he was back at his university; he was upset because of moral policing attitude of few guys there. It's weekend, music concert was also going on, few couple getting closer probably hugging and few of them ended up kissing and one girl was sitting on guys lap. He has seen people have no problem with their lives, they practice what they believe but they want every other person to follow the moral code as per his or her interpretation. All mullahs have also got problem with other people, they are concerned what others are doing! He just fail to understand, as long as someone is not bothering others, getting closer to someone or getting intimate with someone he or she adore. What’s wrong in it??? He believes that we have to live with it, let people have their freedom and follow the moral code that suits each one of us. Believe you , to him all these guys envy, what they can't do ' but they want to;-)" , if you leave them on a Greek naturist beach, they would be the first one to enjoy instant copulation on white sandy beach, without thinking about morality. He agrees, public places are to be spared but double standard of our society really sucks.

Karo Kari; The Honor Killing, Even Animals Are Not Spared

Lately i have been writing about honor killing and women is the only victim, but i never knew even animals esp COW has to go through brutal killing.

Villagers from Julah in Tejakula, Buleleng, Indonesia, tow a pregnant cow behind a boat into open sea as part of a local traditional ritual.

The cow, which is five months pregnant, was thrown out to the sea about 3 kilometers from land. The villagers believe the animal was impregnated by a village elder.

During the ritual the man, who was caught red-handed having sexual intercourse with the cow two months ago, joined the boat trip in order to throw away his clothes to to symbolize him discarding his sins.

Women Thrown to Dogs, Sheer Barbaric Killing; who’s Honor is this???

The sanctity of human body has never been valued in medieval society in dark ages. It seems world has moved ahead but medieval dark ages still looms over the so called Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

Over 90% population is Muslims yet they don’t know what Islam is all about, as it used to be known as the religion of PEACE. Killing in the name of religion and social values is always justified.

I wonder, why every victim is women???????

Seems, male chauvinist pigs rule this part of territory with actions that suits their ego. Self made social rules are disgracing the sanctity of human body esp. female body.

Few months back Taslima Solangi was brutally killed in Pirgoth area near Hajna Shah in Khairpur district. It is believed that she was thrown in front of dogs before killing

She was another victim of alleged sexual relationship, she hurt the male ego and male dominated society . Her husband Ibrahim decided to kill her because she allegedly had sexual relations with other guy.

To teach others a lesson, it was best suited that first she be thrown to dogs then let her hug bullets.

Whose honor is this? Is this Islam?

Another email story I received today , it made me sad, furious, disgusting, a family was moving for dinner at BBQ in Karachi, they just parked their car, they were looted, gangster , after looting, grabbed one of women around 30s, took her by force. Her husband smashed his head with stone and died on spot and no body knows the whereabouts of the poor lady.

These gangster could have bought sex ‘easily available’, why this sheer frustration and brutality.

Aren’t we still in Dark Ages? Why women have to suffer?

Islamabad Calling; Diplomatic Enclave, Serene Serena, Afghan Jirga, Playboy Mullah in Land Cruiser, Saidpur Village & Sexy Hot Spot

People may wonder Mullah abhor US & other Western powers but I was taken aback when I saw cheerful mullah, excited after getting to know that his visa application had been accepted by one of the Western embassy. Well, religious people hate WEST yet love to go there, strange love hate relationship. Well, I had an appointment in an Embassy in Diplomatic Enclave, when I was done, headed to serene Serena Hotel, when I entered the hotel I saw scores of bearded afghan men with exotic turbans. When I entered the lobby I found there was mini jirga being held, headed by Abdullah Abdullah “Afghan Foreign Minister”. When I saw all these guys, horror stories of Marriott Islamabad came in my mind, thought; it would be right place for bombers to explode. Well, I got out of the lobby and sat on green open top coffee shop, enjoyed my delicious Double CHEST Margalla Burger, got pleasure from the scenic beauty of green mountains and loved the fresh air and sun. After a while my LUMS fellow who is also a NAVAL PILOT joined me at Serena, we headed for ice-cream, he introduced me to one of the sexiest place in Islamabad, it is called The HOT SPOT, located in sector F-7. Parlor is surrounded by lush green trees, wooden bamboo entrance welcome you along with cool breeze. It is in a compact place as if one is in an empty BUS body, decorated with loads of painting and pictures; it also gave a look of an old American suburban PUB.  Then we headed to Saidpur model village, it is not very far away from the Constitutional Avenue as well as diplomatic enclave. Place gives a village look, just across modern Islamabad; it is simply a modern village just in the arms of green Margalla Hills. My friend, shared an interesting story about all those big fat mullahs, they have got the most expensive fleet of vehicles. Imagine Fazal Rehman, with loads of beards and big fat tummy living a PLAYBOY life in ISLOO, cheer for Paki politics. Mullah’s historical lust for power, money & “guys ;-)” doesn’t end.

Let’s see what comes ahead in fearful Isloo; will political climate remain hazy or clear sky stay longer? Time will tell, but I foresee, dusty weather with black clouds may contain a strong gale force, powerful enough to shatter the status quo “wishful thoughts ;-) maybe”

When I Took Off Shalwar……..Then I Got to Know, It is Bloody Hindu Conspiracy!!!!

Hey don’t get strange ideas about the title; it is recent blogpost of Muhammad Hanif, the author of the book “A Case of Exploding Mangoes”.

It was very interesting & intriguing blog, I thought of sharing the crux.

He writes, when every other news predicts the future & current affairs program starts inviting astrologists, then how an ordinary person would think!!

Obviously people will come up with conspiracy theories and blame Jews for the pitfalls of Muslim and furthermore they believe that in every Jew there is a staunch Hindu resides deep inside his thoughts, rather they try to find out shrewd Hindu inside every Jew.

He refers that an old man in Karachi believes that “people who are killing on the name of religion, are not Taliban. How could people, who offer five time prayers, with long beards, kill their brother Muslims?”

He believes that who so ever is killing the Army in Fata are not Taliban. It is actually Indian conspiracy!!!!

That old man further says “when army kills those Taliban’, obviously army scrutinize the dead body, when they take off Shalwar, they find, Oh Gosh, they are Hindus”!!!!!!!!

He further says that “History give evidences, that such nasty things could only be the brain child of a bloody Hindu!!!”…… he ends the talk.

Well, frankly speaking, I found these thoughts common over here, blaming everything on others, at times its Jewish Conspiracy and mostly it is Indian/Hindu Conspiracy.

I personally feel, believe me, in present state of affairs, we don’t need any enemy……there are enemies within to do the wonders!!!

Waisay, haven’t we stopped thinking, we always come up with conspiracies, rather than addressing the root cause. We are blind, dumb, and thoughtless or we have become too much individualistic and no time to think about society and poor people all around.

Give it a thought, you will find conspiracies every where…..in every discussion.

Pirates of the Caribbean; Axis of Hope

Lately everyone was talking about the Axis of Evils, here comes Tariq Ali with his new book title Pirates of the Caribbean; Axis of Hope.

Recent global financial crisis has started a discussion among political economist; last night few friends posed following questions;

Was Marx right?

Is Capitalism teetering at the brink of disaster?

Socialism is the answer!

Greedy Capitalism dying natural death!

Interesting discussion, fruit for thoughts.

Well, anyways, Tariq Alis book is about Cuba, Venezuela and Bolovian leaders, he writes "Since 1998, the Bolivian revolution in Venezuela has brought Hugo Chávez to world attention as the foremost challenger of the neoliberal consensus and American foreign policy. While Chávez's radical social-democratic reforms have brought him worldwide acclaim among the poor, he has attracted intense hostility from Venezuelan elites and Western governments.

Tariq Ali draws on first-hand experience of Venezuela and meetings with Hugo Chávez to analyse the Bolivarian revolutionary process. He discusses the influence of Castro on Chávez, Bolivia’s Evo Morales and Ecuador's Rafael Correa, the latest addition to the 'Axis of Hope’."

Sex on Zamzama Street, Oohhhhhh, Sounds Liberal Pakistan

Tonight I was getting bored at my apartment; my coolest Arab friend offered me coffee. We ended up at CIAO, on Zamzama Street, Clifton. While parking my car, we guys saw a black tinted car, with AC on, a couple making out in the parking lot just near CIAO. It has hardly been a week I wrote about Sex on the Beach in Dubai, here comes Paki guys losing their sexual vigor on the street. Well, as long as they were not bothering us, at least I ignored. But at CIAO I ended up with an intellectual discussion with my Arab friend. He was noticing the car from upper window of CIAO; to distract him I started asking lots of questions. My questions were; 1) Was it right to do it public? 2) If it were Saudi what would have been the reaction. 3) Should society stop all with force? 4) Or we should feel ok as long as they are not bothering us. At least we both agreed that personal freedom has limits, public places should be spared, and they can do whatever they want elsewhere in privacy “within limits of freedom” Question comes, who is to decide the limit or interpret the limits of freedom! I pushed on one point, isn’t it the duty of society to not to shy away, shouldn’t we educate our kids socially, shouldn’t we break the taboo of sexual discussion within the family???????? Why we always think about lashing kids or youngsters, why do we always find brute force as only answer, justified by religion. My friend made me laugh, he shared, if there were Saudi “Mutawa; the religious police” on Zamzama, he would have lashed the couple and kicked them outside the city for one year. Imagine if Pakistan had Mutawa, lashing couple naked in front of Costa Coffee on Zamzama Street and kicking them out to TANDO ADAM or GUJRAT ;-) Anyways, I always push for opening up, discussing, speaking up….sex is natural…let’s not shy away, at least from healthy discussion. We can only get rid of pitfall of sexual revolution through educating our kids about right and wrong. But I am afraid, our society is wearing social mask, media influence will lure kids or youngsters to explore sexual terrain, get intoxicated with toxic pleasure of sex. 

Baloch; Refugees on Their Own Land, Why??????

It has been three years army operation started in Dera Bugti & Kohlu areas of Baluchistan. It resulted in internal displacement of 80,000 people. Men and women along with children found refuge on barren land in various places in Sind, Punjab & Baluchistan. Since then, these people are forgotten by state, political parties and so called NGOs. These internally displaced refugees are living in temporary shelter/hut, facing harsh weather. Little to eat, clean clothes is a distant dream, water and enough food is missing. Irony is that last year international donor agencies wanted to help these people but state did not allow them to rescue malnourished children and impoverished families. Why it is so? Aren’t they Pakistani? Aren’t they Human? What is their crime? Is anybody listening…..…can anyone tell me, why??????

"Beyond Women Body", Respect the Sanctity, Its Not for Pleasure

The female body is very delicate thing. In a conservative and patriarchal society like Pakistan, it is often used as a commodity. It is used is a symbol of desire plastered on vibrant billboards. And it is a force that can give birth to new ideas and change. Nausheen Saeed, a professor of sculpture at the National College of Arts, Lahore, presented her sculptures “Beyond Body”, an exhibition of six casted full body sculptures of women that opened at the Canvas Art Galley . Each sculpture mesmerized me, sculptures speaking volumes about abuses and discrimination against women in our society. Here are few;

Thanks to our friend Abro for sharing thought provoking arts.

Dubai Says No Sex-on-Beach Please!!!!!

 Today I was browsing bbc for news update, came across news on acceptable behavior in Dubai. It says a British man and woman have been sentenced to three months in jail in Dubai after being found guilty of having sex on beach. I started wondering, if something is allowed and acceptable in hotel rooms, people are liberal enough to accept the strip bars. If everything is acceptable then why there is such hue and cry on having sex on beach. Even people have been arrested for just kissing and hugging in public…..hmmmmmm... But on the other hand it’s imperative to respect the local customs. what do you think :) To me the hypocrisy sucks………………….. Moral of the story is …..Dude, avoid the wrong places ;-)

Pakistan at Cross Road, Looming Unknown Future!

It seems that Pakistan is at cross road, past policies of finding strategic depth in Afghanistan has made Pakistan to pay the price. Changing dynamics are fast turning against us, be it US policy on war on terror or Indian encircling of Pakistan.

On the same issue I came across an interesting article published in today dawn, titled How Our Spymasters View the World, written by Irfan Hussain;

Writer argues that “IT is difficult to read an article about Afghanistan, the Taliban and Al Qaeda in the UK or the US without coming across a reference to Pakistan’s ubiquitous Inter Services Intelligence (ISI). In fact, the ISI has become our only instantly recognised brand name abroad”.Normally, spooks operate out of the glare of publicity. However, the ISI has become so intertwined with many of the region’s trouble spots that it is blamed for almost every terror attack, whether it is guilty or not.With this mindset, when they “Military” analyse threats to Pakistan, to the east they see a powerful India — a country that has locked horns rather successfully with our army four times.

To the west lies Iran, a neighbour with which we have no territorial disputes. To the north and north-west is Afghanistan, a troubled, turbulent country that our army has traditionally viewed as its backyard, especially after the Soviet incursion and Taliban rule. This is where our generals have looked in their search for an elusive ‘strategic depth’.To prevent this from happening, it is in the ISI’s interest to destabilise Afghanistan. In order to achieve this, the Taliban have to be covertly supported. However, as we have seen, this policy has caused serious problems with our home-grown extremists. Balancing the competing demands of a resurgent Taliban in Afghanistan, and peaceful extremists within Pakistan, is testing the capabilities of our intelligence agencies, and exposing the limits to their power.

More and more, Pakistan is being blamed for the losses being incurred by western forces in Afghanistan. With mounting casualties, the Americans are being drawn into our tribal areas to combat militants our forces are unwilling or unable to take on. Against their wishes and interests, Pakistan and the US are being sucked into a conflict that can benefit only the forces of extremism.

Writer rightly concludes that “It’s high time we took a close look at the dangers facing us; but to do so, we cannot look through military eyes any more.”

Think over, it is right time to make right choice for desired future…….

Young Days Lost in the Dust of Fear; Anybody Listening???

Fun and frolic seems to be a distant dream for Pakistanis. In the past it was common belief that if someone got money can maximize the fun and frolic. Today, country is engulfed with suicide bombing, be it rich or poor both are fighting the battle for survival. Fun and frolic has simply disappeared in the sand storm of extremist politics of 21st century and it is fought on Pakiland. Last evening, I had an awesome chat with my friend at Indulge Park Towers, over a cup of coffee, she shared interesting thoughts about her recent LONDON trip and so did I, shared my Tokyo trip. When she said, Imran look at our weekend, we are planning Karahi Gosht ‘only food’ or no plans coz of fear, on the other hand in London, people in groups standing in queues in front of the clubs and bars, to enjoy every bit of weekend. In disgruntled tone, she mentioned, over here our prime age is being wasted in fear and boredom. Similarly, in Tokyo, over weekend guys and girls flock in groups on an island party area to have blasting fun after hard working week. I am sure, present pathetic plight of the quality of life in Pakistan kills the creativity and shuts the doors of progress, this may be catalyst for the negative activities, and all kind of drugs may find en-route. My friend was not optimist so was I, let us see how this drama will unfold and how long will it take us to get rid of this mess.

My Love for HOGs

I have been passionate about many things “excluding hot women over 40s :P” on top of the list is Sports esp. soccer. Lately at LUMS I did a strategy analysis of Harley Davidson & also watched the movie Incredible HOGS.

I have truly fallen in love with “Not any girl plzzz” Harley Davidson Cult, the bikes, & their philosophy.

I love the way Harley Owners Group travel in an organized way to share their passion and show their pride.

One day, I would love to be part of HOGs.

Here Comes ‘Bra Bandit’ OMG….Karachites Forget About Street Crimes

Here comes interesting news regarding the Bra Bandit, a gang of bra buglers…I never knew how valuable accessories could be…we Karachites are just sick of street crimes…

News reports say, “There’s a bra bandit on the loose in southwest Florida. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office was searching for an individual they say stole 160 bras valued at nearly $6,000 on Thursday from a Victoria Secret store, the latest in a string of bra burglaries in the area. Since February, authorities say 452 bras valued at nearly $19,000 have been stolen from two of the chain’s southwest Florida locations. Six different bra thefts at the stores have been reported during that time. Investigators said a female customer walked into the store Thursday and immediately went to a four-drawer cabinet with new bras of the Pink brand name. The store manager told deputies the woman waited until employees were busy helping customers and then thrust the bras into a bag and exited the store”.

Women burglars are doing wonders, creative though…..USD 19,000 means Rs 1.5 million….wow, hefty sum to party around….Keep it up babes.

Hey girls beware of women burglars, they won’t mug you and forcefully grab your cell phone ….but rather: P ;-)

What ???? Odourless Underpants ! Gr8 Service to Humanity ;-)

I was scanning today's Daily Times, was surprised to see the news title "Odourless Underpants" Subtle Butt, a disposable gas neutralizer has all the answers..........

News report says "A US company has performed a great service to humanity by inventing an underwear fabric that absorbs all smells. The material is inserted into a pair of pants with two self-adhesive strips and traps any pongs or whiffs.

The ‘gas neutralisers’ are made from carbon fabric that has undergone activated carbon anti-microbial treatment. Called Subtle Butt, they sell in five-packs for about £5. They were invented by a company called Garment Guard which already sells disposable cotton underarm inserts which absorb perspiration to prevent embarrassing wet marks.

The company blurb says: From the brilliant minds at Garment Guard comes our newest product, Subtle Butt. This pack of 5 saving graces effectively filters the odour caused by flatulence. Simply stick it in the right place and you’re ready for a chilli cook-off.

However, the fabric, called Subtle Butt, does not silence noises - so does not signal the end of embarrassing flatulence :P