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Good War Or Bad Peace?

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  There was Never A Good War Or A Bad Peace😊😊😊😊😊😊😊 Wars don’t heal societies—they loot them.  Politicians and profiteers carve borders, cut deals, and funnel contracts while the rest of us bury children, patch homes, and wear shortages like skin. History keeps the speeches; streets keep the craters. When the flags come down, regimes count gains in power and cash, and ordinary people count the missing. Every “victory” leaves classrooms hollow, hospitals exhausted, and generations taught that violence is policy. Humanity pays the bill long after the generals cash their checks. A Regime Is the way a government holds and uses power—the rulers, institutions, and methods that keep control at a given time. It shapes citizens’ daily lives: what they can say, how they earn and spend, whether police protect or intimidate, how fair courts feel, and how safe schools and hospitals are. In short, the regime sets the rules that decide how free, secure, and heard people feel in their o...

Same Gate, Different Priorities

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 “ Same gate, different priorities—kindness is daily, competence is non-negotiable. ” When we were kids our compound felt like one big family.   Rows of identical town-houses circled a shared courtyard, and every wedding, funeral, even a neighbour’s exam results made the rounds before lunch.  We grew up knowing who Auntie Fatima’s brother was, which guard’s daughter was learning piano, and when the street vendor would bring mangoes from Multan, the winter peanut, gajak, kulfi and many more fun behind each memory. The security guards were polite, always with a “salaam” and a joke, and years passed without a single break-in. The workers who swept the lanes and tended the garden came from Punjab, Khyber, Sindh, Baluchistan and Kshmir—our little Pakistan in miniature. When the area got famous, a flashier compound went up a few streets away: sleeker gates, a gym, a pool, price tags we couldn’t imagine. People from across the country moved in for the cachet, but none of us...

The Pet Family

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The Pet Family Pets bring joy, companionship, and emotional support to millions of people worldwide.  They come in various forms, each offering unique benefits.  Common types include dogs, known for loyalty and protection;  cats, cherished for independence and affection; birds, admired for their beauty and ability to mimic speech;  and small mammals like rabbits and guinea pigs, loved for their gentle nature.  Other pets, such as fish, reptiles, and even horses, provide therapeutic benefits and teach responsibility. Whether providing comfort or promoting physical activity, pets enrich lives in countless ways. Below are some details of  family pets. A.Nori 1. Name of cat: Nori 2. Gender: female  3. Country of birth: US 4. City of residence: Chicago  5. Adoption date (year/month): July 2016 6. Age: 9 years and 10 months  7. Breed: American shorthair  8. Color: Orange  9. Does your cat travel? Local/International: very rarely  1...

Iran Economic Crisis 2026

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  The Iran Economic Crisis 2026 Iran's economy is facing its deepest and longest crisis in modern history, triggered by a combination of international sanctions, domestic mismanagement, corruption, and geopolitical instability.  The Iranian rial has plummeted to record lows, with the exchange rate hitting 1.42 million rials per US dollar in late December 2025, a 56% devaluation in just six months. The economic downturn has led to widespread protests across the country, with demonstrators calling for regime change and economic relief. The protests, which began in Tehran's Grand Bazaar, have spread to 110 cities across Iran's 31 provinces, with reports of at least 45 deaths and over 2,000 arrests. Crisis Fact: - International Sanctions:   US sanctions, particularly those reimposed under President Donald Trump, have severely limited Iran's oil exports and access to the global market. The US imposed sanctions on Iran in 1979, following the Iran hostage crisis. However, the ...

The Sub Continent and Two Nation Theory

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  The Sub -Continent & Two Nation Theory Pakistan gained independence on August 14, 1947.  Following partition, Muslims from various regions of British India migrated to West Pakistan, East Pakistan, and some to Burma (Myanmar).  Burma gained independence on January 4, 1948. However, after General Ne Win's 1962 military coup, Burma became a strict socialist state, prompting many Muslim migrants to relocate again, mainly to East Pakistan, for business and family survival.  Those who settled in East Pakistan were labeled "Bihari" (outsiders), while West Pakistan settlers were called "Muhajir" (immigrants).  Post-Dhakka fall, some Biharis migrated to West Pakistan. Around  0.6  million Biharis are still in refugee camps of Bangladesh and living as stateless people. So, both the terms "Behari" and "Mohajir" have the similar meaning as muslim immigrant from India and settled in East or West Pakistan. Likewise hindus and Sikh families also migr...

Deen,State & Political Islam

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  Deen And State What You will read in this article? "The relationship between Deen (faith) and State has been a topic of discussion and debate among scholars, politicians, and the general public, particularly in the context of Islamic governance. The concept of an Islamic state, where the principles of Islam guide the governance of a country, has been a subject of interest and controversy. This article aims to explore the concept of Deen and State, examining the different perspectives on Islamic governance, democracy, and the role of religion in the state." Democracy Democracy is a system of government where power is held by the people, either directly or through elected representatives.  The word " democracy " comes from the Greek words "demos" (people) and "kratos" (power). In a democracy, citizens have the right to participate in the decision-making process, usually through voting, and have certain fundamental rights and freedoms protected. T...