Mohenjo-Daro is a historical marvel. A part of the Indus valley civilization, this ancient city is now a part of Larkana district located in the Sindh province of Pakistan. The city was first discovered by archeologists in 1911. Excavations then regularly took place in the 1920’s and 1930’s, with final major digs taking place in 1950 and 1964. The History of Mohenjo-Daro The city was inhabited in the third millennium
Pakistan is abundant with natural beauty. And one of the most beautiful places in Pakistan is the Kaghan valley. For me, if heaven were located on earth, then – besides Kashmir – Kaghan valley would be it! Kaghan is named after the town of Kaghan that lies within it and is also known as the valley of lakes. The Dudipatsar, Lulusar and Saiful Muluk (the most popular) lakes are some
The Australian PM Abbott has a planned visit to India next month. This visit is not like similar visits though. This one has a very important agenda point on it. After months of debate, the Australian PM is expected to sign a deal to export Uranium to India. Australia recently has confirmed uranium resources that total one third of the world’s recoverable low-cost uranium. It currently sells this nuclear fuel
Remember when we were kids and had to do algebra? Every kid has once in his/her lifetime asked the question “What’s the use of Algebra?” Some grew up to find the answer, while others – like myself – remained totally confounded… that is until now! Yes my dear countrymen I have finally found the answer! I have discovered what the real purpose of algebra is! The purpose is *drum roll*
QMobile is an amazing success story to come out of Pakistan! As you may know, QMobile is the largest selling phone brand in Pakistan today. It’s a Karachi based company which was set up approximately 6 years ago by Mian Pervez Akhtar. The growth that it has seen in the last six years is staggering. QMobile began its journey by selling low-end phones to the Pakistani people. Back then people
A new study has concluded that there is a very important correlation between healthy eating and a child’s success in school. The study concludes that if you want your child to be successful in school and give a high-level performance he/she needs to be on a healthy diet. Doing well in school is not an option these days. Everyone wants their children to pass with flying colors as this is
Everybody knows what’s happening in Gaza. The massacre of civilians – innocent men, women and children – by the Israelis and the world’s silence on the matter. I have actually heard some ignoramuses argue that it was Hamas that started all this by firing rockets. Why are the Gazan’s Fighting? Firing rockets? Gaza has been under a vicious siege for years. The people of Gaza have no access to clean
The craze has begun people! No, not the “azaadi” craze or the “inqalaab” craze. Those are just passing fads. This is a craze to surpass all crazes! It’s the Pakistani Wedding Craze!! Every Pappu, Raju and Munni knows that the wedding season in Pakistan begins by the mid of October and continues till mid-March. In these 5 months you won’t find a hall or lawn empty i.e. unless you have
I am sure most Pakistani readers have at least heard of Monal. If you haven’t, let me introduce it to you. It is a restaurant that serves local and international food in Islamabad. But not just anywhere in Islamabad! Monal is situated at Pir Sohawa road, atop a mountain in the Margala Hills. There is no other word to describe the experience at Monal, other than mesmerizing! You start off
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls and children of all ages. The post you have been long awaiting is finally here; a post about cars! There are cars of all shapes and sizes available in the Pakistani market today. You can still get a 70’s ki Datsun, or a Land Cruiser from Chaman, or a Mercedes from the sleek Merc showroom. But the question arises, what is the best car