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Q for Qachas

Hassan Nasir April 7, 2005

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#9 Posted by khushiplus on September 11, 2005 8:39:16 am
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#8 Posted by ntsyed on April 8, 2005 12:19:35 pm
wonderful satire! Very funny indeed.
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#7 Posted by malik.m.imran on April 7, 2005 4:53:26 pm

Mr Nasir ... nice satire & good suggestions for improving the image of Pakistan.

Treasury gives timid response on vulgarity
BY RANA FAWAD
http://www.nation.com.pk/daily/apr-2005/7/index4.php

... The PML-N also demanded an answer on the government’s instructions to tehsil and district Nazims to hold women marathon races in their respective areas. Rana Sana argued that if the government was genuinely interested in promoting this activity, it should be held on The Mall and government officials including General Musharraf, Chief Minister, ministers, etc., should bring their daughters and wives to participate in marathon.
This outraged veteran PML-Q leader and Provincial Minister Abdul Hameed Rokhari and he took the floor on a point of order to warn Rana Sana about his statement. Rana Sanaullah regretted that the minister did not quote the context of his statement.
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#6 Posted by Kulharee on April 7, 2005 12:46:36 pm
Economies of scale can only be attained if the undies are shunned, i.e., no need to put an underwear underneath a Qacha. It is not required for Shalwar, so it should be optional for Qacha too. Bermuda Qachas use up pretty much same amount of material as a Shalwar, so Bermudas should be discouraged to realize as much savings in our GDP as possible. Not to mention how happy will the little buggers be to breathe fresh air.

The best Qachas are the running shorts, and if the merchandize is not too large, it is pretty good and provided excellent ventilation for front and back ends.

Mr. Hassan Nasir, my balls thank you.
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#5 Posted by echoboom on April 7, 2005 10:10:37 am
An Indian ( probably hindu) proud, honourable, defiant and one who condemns and hates western vulgarity writes in Time Magazine:

Keep Bollywood Clean

Your notebook item ``Bolly-bad!`` described some new Bollywood movies that portray promiscuity, prostitution and gay relationships [Dec. 13]. India is famous for its rich tradition and culture, but these days our media stars are blindly following vulgar Western trends emphasizing sexuality. Is this wise? Does one become modern by wearing a short dress?Rubbish! Modernity can only be achieved by having a free mind, a pure soul and fine thoughts. We Indians should never forget our cultural heritage; we should fight against spreading indecency. If we can defeat vulgarity, then other countries will follow our lead.

Anshuman S.S. Mohanty
Cuttack, India
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#4 Posted by paindupastry on April 7, 2005 9:05:49 am
hahaha....nice!
fun to read after a long tiring day.
thanks.
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#3 Posted by Subedar on April 7, 2005 6:57:08 am

Fizza ji: you have the answer right there

<< qacha [shorts in colloquial Punjabi] suggestion is rather prophetic in nature >>

In simple words: Qacha = shorts, knickers and / or underpants in Punjabi.
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#2 Posted by Fizza on April 7, 2005 5:32:06 am
What are qachas? Seriously?
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#1 Posted by catfischblues on April 7, 2005 5:13:14 am
An economically feasible, culturally sound, most convenient and rational in terms of the weather and ideal for the countries image plan that you have brilliantly developed deserves chief applause. I do hope the president is reading this.

I suggest that you take your proposal and discuss it on the 9.00pm New on PTV your ultimate goal to take it to Fox News. Our very own ‘Burn the Shallo Kameeze’ revolution, how nice is that. Indeed a definitive step towards a healthy progressive society in line with the American liberal ideal ‘the pursuit of happiness’. This outta show those Yankee’s!

:):):)

Peace!
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    #8 ntsyed
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    #3 Subedar
    #2 Fizza
    #1 catfischblues

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