Climate change is an undeniable reality impacting human health and livelihoods globally, with Pakistan being one of the most affected countries. The direct effects of extreme heat and heatwaves on human health are severe, leading to heat-related illnesses such as heat cramps, exhaustion, stroke, and hyperthermia. Chronic conditions like cardiovascular, respiratory, cerebrovascular diseases, and diabetes-related...
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“Less is the New More”
Education plays a pivotal role to shape great nations as very well-said by Sydney J Haris “The purpose of Education is to turn mirrors into windows “; so as individual, we need to try least even to change the world for the betterment. Education is the fundamental right of every child to acquire it and...
Lets get a review of the global climate change impacts, adaptation, and sustainable mitigation measures
Pakistan is highly susceptible to climate change, despite having a minimal contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions. Addressing climate change is no longer a choice for the country; it has become an inevitable reality due to the increasing occurrence of devastating floods and droughts. The potential effects of climate change outlined in this paper are...
Concerns Rise Over Environmental Impact of Chemical Sprays in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Anti-Dengue Campaign
The Health Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in collaboration with other line departments, has initiated anti-dengue activities as part of the approved Dengue Action Plan 2024. Dengue, caused by the Aedes aegypti mosquito, poses a significant threat due to its preference for breeding in various containers with clean water, complicating control efforts. The control of...
Pioneers of Space Exploration: Pakistan’s Leading Scientists in the Chang’e-6 Lunar Mission
In the vast expanse of space, where dreams merge with the infinite possibilities of discovery, the Chang’e-6 lunar mission stands as a beacon of scientific achievement and international collaboration. At the heart of this monumental endeavor are two visionary scientists from Pakistan, Dr. Ali Khan and Dr. Ayesha Ahmed, whose remarkable contributions have propelled their...
The Dragon’s Embrace: China’s Soft Power in South Asia
China’s rapid rise in South Asia since the 2000s, with deepening and expanding engagements with all countries is now felt in every corner of the world. China’s growing economic capabilities and interdependence are pushing it to protect and promote its expanding interests abroad through a combination of traditional and new instruments. China’s influence in South...
STORY OF MULTIGRADE TEACHING
After completing graduation in education, Laila came back to see the village of her grandparents. She came out in the morning with her mother for a walk. Fresh air was blowing, birds were singing and trees were dancing. The people were working in the fields and the children were ready to go to school. The...
An amendment to the Christian Marriage Act is necessary to prevent child marriages
Finally, the Senate of Pakistan has passed the Christian Marriage Act 1872 amendment bill. It will be sent back to the National Assembly for discussion, and if it is not sent for discussion, it will not be able to take the form of an amendment act until the President gives his approval. The Christian Marriage...
Climate Change and Water Resources
Climate change is significantly impacting water resources in Pakistan, posing challenges to the country’s water security and sustainability. Climate change is leading to erratic rainfall patterns, resulting in more frequent and intense droughts in certain regions of Pakistan. This variability in precipitation is affecting the availability of water for agriculture, drinking, and industrial purposes, exacerbating...
TRIBUTE TO DEPARTED NOBLE SOUL
The little girls were calling their baba and crying badly Baba, Baba, don’t leave us, and don’t leave us. Their sound was full of pain which shows that it was their first trauma. All the others around were also crying. I entered their home with my sisters and stopped after seeing the pain on the...