The recent verdict by the Indian Supreme Court affirming the 2019 decision about the special status of Kashmir is undoubtedly a matter of concern, especially when scrutinized within the framework …
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Information technologies are emerging as powerful instruments in unconventional warfare. Social media platforms are often weaponized by states to project themselves as responsible, while discrediting their opponents as belligerent via …
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U.S.-PAKISTAN RELATIONS: UNRAVELING COMPLEXITIES, FORGING A SHARED FUTURE
The strategic significance of Pakistan, underscored by its geographic location and possession of nuclear capabilities, has rendered it a notable player on the global stage, exerting influence not only in …
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From Conflict to Cradle: Understanding the Multifaceted Causes of Alarming Fertility Rates in IIOJK
Conflict affects every part of life, causing problems in physical, social, economic, and psychological aspects. It not only damages physical structures but also disrupts family life in societies facing conflict. …
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Critically Analyzing ‘Evolving Cyber Operations’ And Implications For Pakistan
A recent report by RAND Cooperation titled “Evolving Cyber Operations” provides a comprehensive analysis of cyber operations and capabilities, particularly focusing on the lessons from the Ukraine conflict. It presents a …
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Evolving Nations of economic superpowers
by Rimsha Malikby Rimsha MalikIn the 1970s and 1980s, individuals from various nations sought the “American Dream” in the USA, attracted by the promise of economic opportunity and social mobility. The USA stood as …
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Sentinel: Modernization of US nuclear missile capabilities
by Hira Bashirby Hira BashirTHE US Air Force is embarking on a significant overhaul of its nuclear missile capabilities with the introduction of the Sentinel, a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) system. This modernization …
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Shrinking Space for Minorities in India
On this Minorities Rights Day in India, it is pertinent to mention that India tops the list of atrocities on minorities. Muslims, Sikhs, Christians, and lower caste Hindus are facing …
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Revolutionizing climate policy: Nuclear ascendance begins
by Hira Bashirby Hira BashirLEADERS and environmentalists have been meeting at the Conference of the Parties for the past 28 years to address strategies to combat global warming. They have primarily focused on renewable …
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Pakistan’s New Space Policy: Overcoming Historical Challenges and Embracing a New Era
Economic constraints, political instability, and a lack of technical infrastructure and expertise have long hindered Pakistan’s space efforts. Pakistan has reached a pivotal moment in its journey toward scientific advancement …