March 9, 2006

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Where do Pakistani women stand? On February 28, the first National Women''s Day was observed in the United States by the Socialist Party of America to honour the 1908 garment workers'' strike in New York for better working conditions....		Ever the crossbearer Bilkees, my new maidservant was a great find as she took over the housework and quickly settled in the quarter with her bright little daughter Rubina....
In the hope of a drop "She sends me to fetch water very early in the morning Oh! Grandfather, it is very difficult for me My pot never fills up fully The water is so deep that...		A man’s point of view It is that time of year again when the females in our lives take centre-stage and call world attention to their distinct and irrevocable status as human beings....
The flip side of Basant We are in the midst of Jashn-i-Baharaan, a time when flowers bloom and with them comes the sweet smell of a life laden with happy memories....		A fighting spirit ‘I don''t think I will ever completely overcome the loss due to my illness, but I have learned how to adjust and live a contented life,’ writes Noorudin. S. Bhamani...
Fistula–understanding the problem Obstetric fistula is one of the most devastating pregnancy-related disabilities, which affects many women in South Asia, reports Rumaisa Aslam...		Welcoming immigrants This week, the UK government will unveil its new points system for immigrants, designed to smooth the flow of those coming here to work or study. Like every immigration initiative, it will excite the usual comments from the usual suspects....
With strings attached Chickens are out and kites are in, though only for a tad more than two weeks. The Punjab government sought and got a five-day extension in the kite-flying period granted by the Supreme Court from Feb 25 to March 10, as the Basant fever grips Lahore....		Making magic with trash Papier mâché is an affordable and lucrative enterprise for anyone who wants to start a business, writes Meera Jamal...
Cultural fusion The brilliant confluence of eastern and western influences in a harmonious and refreshing manner is evident in the present cosmopolitan lifestyles. Whether you switch on your TV, visit a trendy restaurant,...		Functional elegance This abode is a testament to the fact that it is possible to merge elegance with functionality, writes Shanaz Ramzi...
The fountain of youth QI am a very active 75-year-old man. I have lifted weights and jogged since I was young. I am losing some of the muscle size I used to have....		The tantalising tukh-malanga Zahrah Nasir throws light on the history and botanical characteristics of sweet basil and provides useful information on growing the herb...
Eight Days a Week Bluffmaster is the second teaming of director Rohan Sippy (son of Ramesh Sippy of Sholay fame) and star Abhishek Bachchan after Kuch Na Kaho, a movie which I really liked....		Paratha delights Muli ke parathay Ingredients 1 medium sized muli (radish)...