Author: Maxter ʚïɞ

This author has written 2722 articles

SUMMARY of the Article “Two Struggles” by Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry, Published on November 5, 2023

The article highlights the parallel struggles of Palestine and Kashmir, two longstanding disputes originating in 1947, both rooted in the right to self-determination and resistance to foreign occupation. The genesis of these conflicts can be traced back to British geopolitics. In the case of Palestine, the Balfour Declaration in 1917 expressed Britain’s intent to create a Jewish homeland in Palestine while preserving the rights of non-Jewish communities. However, Israel has consistently disregarded these commitments, including the UN resolution for a two-state solution. In Kashmir, the dispute arose when the Maharaja hesitated to join Pakistan despite the state’s Muslim-majority status. India deployed forces, and the matter was taken to the UN, which called for a plebiscite. However, India has refused to comply with UN resolutions, and the conflict remains unresolved. The commonalities between these disputes are striking, including territorial and religious dimensions, defiance of international community will, and strong US support for the occupying powers. While there are differences, such as » Read More…

 SUMMARY of the article “The Killing Air,” by Omar Mukhtar Khan, Published on October 30th, 2023

The World Air Quality report reveals that Lahore was named the most polluted city in the world for 2022. The factors contributing to this alarming pollution include a population of 15 million people, 6 million vehicles emitting foul air, and poorly regulated industries that use tires and wood as fuel. Surprisingly, Peshawar ranked as the fifth most polluted city globally, despite having a smaller population (4 million) and fewer vehicles (around 1 million). Alarming statistics from the Air Quality Life Index show that if the World Health Organization’s air quality guidelines were met, the life expectancy of citizens in Lahore and Peshawar would increase by six to eight years. Research also indicates that air pollution disproportionately affects children, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immunity. A study in low-income areas of Lahore found that public awareness about air pollution influences behavior, with people more likely to use masks or stay indoors during high pollution periods. In Peshawar, nearly 60% of air pollution results from transport-related activities, followed by dust, industry, and household wood burning. In Lahore, almost 80% of air pollution stems from transport vehicles, with the remainder attributed to industry and » Read More…