If someone dies in space, What happens to the body? There’s no question that sending human beings to space is an extraordinarily difficult and perilous proposition. Since human space exploration began just over 60 years ago, 20 people have died – 14 in the NASA space shuttle tragedies of 1986 and 2003, three cosmonauts during the 1971 Soyuz 11 […]
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Dust to Development: The remarkable journey of mining in Pakistan
The Islamic Republic of Pakistan, nestled at the crossroads of South Asia and the Middle East, embraces a glittering tapestry of mineral riches that tell an enthralling tale of its mining industry’s rise. Home to an abundance of precious minerals, including copper, gold, iron, and a myriad of dazzling gemstones, such as rubies, sapphires, and […]
Democracy and Cyberwarfare
Cyberwarfare has emerged as a critical challenge for democracies worldwide, posing a significant threat to their stability, security, and integrity. As the digital landscape expands and technology evolves, the potential for cyber-attacks on democratic institutions, processes, and critical infrastructure has become increasingly pronounced. This research article aims to explore the multifaceted aspects of cyberwarfare and […]
Rampant child abuse: Poverty is the root cause
“Child abuse is not an isolated incident but rather a consequence of broader social and economic inequalities.” – Sara McLanahan, Sociologist A recent incident of a civil judge’s wife allegedly torturing a teenage girl working as a maid at her home is a very heart-wrenching incident. The girl was a resident of district Sargodha, Punjab, […]
Analysis of food additives and preservatives in food products
Food additives and preservatives are widely used in the food industry. They are added to food products to enhance their flavor, texture, and appearance, as well as to prevent spoilage. In recent years, concerns have been raised about the safety of these additives and their impact on human health. This article aims to analyze food […]
Daunting Hashtag : The Case of Noor Mukaddam
Daunting Hashtag : The Case of Noor Mukaddam In the general discourse surrounding gender-based violence in Pakistan, physical violence in the private sphere is an oft-ignored phenomenon. Not only that, but the various forms of violence in the private sphere are unregulated by the law and state machineries – whether that is psychological violence, physical […]
Sex, Bhagavad Gita and Oppenheimer
Before Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer was released, the Indian media was excitedly discussing how the film incorporates a quote from the Gita by the story’s protagonist. The press happily reported that Cillian Murphy, who portrays the titular character, immersed himself in the Gita to prepare for the role. In one of the interviews, he was quoted as saying, “I […]
Climate in jeopardy by Sanitary Pads
“Climate change is the biggest threat to security that modern humans have ever faced”, Naturalist David Ateenborough. In this century of advancement, where World has achieved many milestones by progressing in the journey of Science and Technology, it has to face many risks among which climate change can be said as the biggest one. The […]