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Skardu

 Skardu is a beautiful city located in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, surrounded by majestic mountains. Here are some things that make Skardu special:  * Mountain paradise: Skardu is a gateway to the mighty Karakoram mountain range, home to some of the world's highest peaks, including K2, the world's second-highest mountain.      * Adventure hub: Skardu is a popular destination for adventure activities like trekking, mountaineering, and camping. If you're looking for a thrill, you can try white water rafting on the Indus River or jeep safaris through the mountains.  * Cultural heritage: Skardu has a rich cultural heritage with ancient forts, mosques, and shrines. You can visit the Skardu Fort, built in the 16th century, or the Shangri-La Mosque, known for its beautiful wooden architecture.      * Scenic beauty: Skardu is surrounded by stunning scenery, including crystal-clear lakes, glaciers, and valleys. You can go for a boat ride on Upper K...

ThE POlitical pitch

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**Title:** *The Political Pitch: How Cricket and Politics Collide* **Introduction:** Cricket, often described as more than just a sport, holds a unique place in the world of politics. Its profound influence, both historically and in contemporary times, has made it a powerful symbol of diplomacy, nationalism, identity, and change. This article delves into the intricate web of relationships between cricket and politics, shedding light on the sport's historical background and its impact on global affairs. **Historical Background:** The roots of cricket's connection to politics run deep. During the British Empire's expansion, cricket became a symbol of colonialism, introduced to various parts of the world. As nations gained independence, they grappled with the legacy of cricket as a colonial import and sought to define their cricketing identities. For example, the West Indies, despite being comprised of multiple independent nations, has a unified cricket team, showcasing how cr...

America's role in Pakistan politics

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  America's role in Pakistan politics Pakistan's political landscape is full of allegedly US interventions since its inception. few famous are: Memo Gate, Usama Bin Laden operation in Abbotabad and recent VO NC are major allegations.  The importance of countries sovereignty and dignity can be seen in in current India and Canada spate of conflicts on the alleged assassination prominent Sikh separatist cum Pakistan movement head by RAW. Canada has put their diplomatic ties in verge of risk by making a clear and bold stance on murder of their citizen; which shows the importance of self sovereignty of a country, Islamabad must learn lesson from Canada.The key issues that currently affect Pakistan-U.S. relations include counterterrorism cooperation, nuclear proliferation, trade, and regional stability. In recent years, there have been tensions between the two countries over issues such as the U.S. drone strikes in Pakistan, Pakistan's alleged support for militant groups, and th...

Current political situation of Pakistan

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                 Current political   situation of Pakistan                                       There are ups and downs in the current politics of Pakistan. The economic situation in Pakistan is very bad. About five million people are living below the poverty line. In this situation, holding elections in Pakistan is a momentary concern. In the current situation, Pakistan is not getting loans from the IMF.Pakistan continues to face multiple sources of internal and external conflict. Extremism and intolerance of diversity and dissent have grown, fuelled by a narrow vision of Pakistan’s national identity, and are threatening the country’s prospects for social cohesion and stability.    The inability of state institutions to reliably provide peaceful ways to resolve grievances has encouraged groups to seek violence as an altern...