Hira Bashir

On World Cancer Day 4th February, the world is reminded that cancer is not only a medical challenge but also a policy challenge that requires effective planning, preventive measures, and equitable …

The growing cooperation between the International Atomic Energy Agency and major financial institutions shows a clear shift in global energy governance. Nuclear energy is no longer seen only as a …

TRUMP Administration has asked to place a nuclear reactor on the moon by 2030.China and Russia are also working on their own bases. Moon race has become the political agenda. …

AbstractThe Atoms for Peace programme was launched by U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1953 to help countries use nuclear technology for peaceful purposes like energy, medicine, and agriculture. However, …

PLASTIC pollution is one of the most significant environmental challenges of our time.As plastics continue to fill our oceans and land the urgency to find effective solutions becomes very critical. …

As global energy demand rises, so does concern about ensuring a cleaner and more-sustainable electricity supply. How can countries meet this growing demand for reliable energy while keeping carbon emissions …

THE Pahalgam attack on 22 April 2025 significantly altered the India-Pakistan conflict, highlighting the media’s role as a battleground.How can media narratives influence national identities and global perceptions during times …

THE global nuclearization campaign began in the early 1940s with the US Manhattan Project, which transformed uranium into radioactive elements.In 1945, the US dropped “Little Boy” and “Fatman” on Hiroshima …

Energy insecurity is not something new to Pakistan. As a result of growing energy demands and power shortage, the nation is in the grips of an increasing crisis that is …

FOOD security is not just about food availability, but also the economic well-being of people.It is a critical element of human security, addressing both traditional and non-traditional threats. Ignoring these …