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Street Justice
Published on 2010-08-26 02:48:00
Just when flood water was inundating more in Indus basin down the country, and international community was contemplating about how they can insure the aid is spent on the purpose for which they want to give, electronic media broke the news of the brutal mob-lynching of two teenaged brothers in Sialkot. But horrific as the incident may be, it did not come out of the blue.On Gujranwala Sialkot Road, where a small road bifurcates to village Butter and near the 1122 Rescue Center, the savage murder
Party with Squirrels
Published on 2010-08-25 01:05:00
It's easy to love a place where residents make efforts to feed the squirrels. In the Shalimar Garden, a few senior citizens party with the squirrels every morning. When my friend Hussain Qazi who is naturalist and a photographer told me about people feeding birds and squirrels, I planned to skip my ‘ritual morning walks’ and decided to visit Shalimar Garden instead; hopping to find more about the party with the squirrels.The care and feeding of squirrels in Shalimar Garden is a recent phenom
Benefits of extended car warranty
Published on 2010-08-24 09:45:00
Biggest expense after purchasing any automobile, new or used, is on continuous repair and maintenance to keep the vehicles worthy. I was doing my own personal research on the subject when I came upon US Direct – a company that offers extended warranty and other coverage including bumper-to-bumper, comprehensive, Powertrain and ironclad coverage. Best thing is that their coverage plans are backed by insurance companies and have affordable monthly installments. They also help in Interest fr
Is Karachi in Afghanistan?
Published on 2010-08-21 02:58:00
I saw this beautiful image in Time, Today in Pictures section (Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010 issue) . The caption reads "A child lines up food in preparation for the break of fast on the first day of Ramadan at the Memon Mosque in Karachi, Afghanistan."I was wondering if the editors at Times really don't know in which country Karachi is located or is this just an error. Hope some one takes note and correct. This type of desk journalism does reflect lack of knowledge.
Introducing Appropriate Technology in Cameroon
Published on 2010-08-20 02:35:00
Readers at Light Within are familiar with the work of NGOs and how Thatta Kedona (and also SPARC) is making difference in a small village Thatta Ghulamka Dheroka situated on the bank of River Ravi near Gogera. Dr. Senta Siller (mother of dolls) and Dr. Norbert Centre (fondly called by village community as chaudhry sahib) keep toggling between Germany and the remote village with fresh ideas and people of the village keep making new products (dolls, tin toys and other decorative cultural mementos)
Flood 2010 Update
Published on 2010-08-20 01:35:00
United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has said the Pakistan flooding is the worst natural disaster he has ever seen - as more heavy rain heads towards the worst-hit areas, reports Geo.With the first case of cholera reported, Ban has also urged foreign donors to speed up aid to the country.The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said as many as 300,000 people may contract cholera and up to seven million will suffer from diarrhoea.Up to 1,600 people have died in the disaster and around 20 m
Re-organize and get your finances back on track
Published on 2010-08-20 00:05:00
Debt from all over, garnished remunerations, no savings, resulting into tougher times: Credit repair may be anything but simple. But you can’t just sit and do nothing. You have to take a start. Do you know where to take a start and how?Have a look at ArcherCredit – one of the best credit restoration and debt management services around and take a first informed step. Their credit repair guide will help improve your credit scores. Many people have used their suggested steps to help their credi
Flood 2010 update
Published on 2010-08-19 12:17:00
The number of Pakistani flood victims in need of urgent humanitarian relief has risen from six million to eight million, the United Nations said on Thursday.
Through the hinterland
Published on 2010-08-19 02:24:00
While traveling, off the National Highway, not only you travel in soot free and serene environment but you see more too. Lately, I got a chance to explore the lush green plains of Punjab, riding my trusted old motorbike on Band Patri of Lower Bari Doab Canal (LBDC) from Sahiwal to Balloki Headworks. Many new and interesting things came in the way, which normally remain hidden from commuters on the National Highway or travelers in the area. The journey embraces you with lovely colors, atmosphere,
Speed up your promotions
Published on 2010-08-19 02:20:00
There are many savvy ways to promote your business concerns. One of the easiest and effective methods is through promotional products and giveaways that keep reminding customers about what they are about. Thanks to aptly named company Speedy Promotions that they offer wide range of promotional products and ideas that can really speed up your promotions. Have a look at the site and see what they are offering and how. Looking for ideas online, I came across Speedy Promotions product list includin
Bigger picture - Flood 2010
Published on 2010-08-18 22:38:00
More than 1,400 people have been killed and a staggering 20 million people have been affected by devastating monsoon rains in Pakistan. Entire villages, roads, bridges and millions of hectares of crops have been washed away by the ongoing deluge. See CNN images here.
Chaniot's claim to fame
Published on 2010-08-18 02:25:00
Chaniot - the name is enough to start the furniture lovers, travelers and cautiously curious dreaming. Antiquity is the first message of the town. And, international quality furniture "made in Chaniot" is collectors delight with potentials for marketing all over the world.On the bank of River Chenab in area called Sandal Bar, Chaniot town is an exotic place in the foot of series of hillocks that seem to be man made rather than evidence of old mountains. The town is very ancient. It was inhabited
Flood Economy
Published on 2010-08-18 00:33:00
Pakistan faces economic catastrophe after the devastating floods that have wiped out farmland and ruined infrastructure, with feared losses of billions of dollars likely to set back growth by years.The country's worst ever-humanitarian disaster has ravaged an area roughly the size of England, affected 20 million people, exacerbated a crippling energy crisis and raising fears of social unrest."It seems we're doomed to walking through a dark tunnel. We're on an unending path of misery," said Morio
Earning an Online Degree to Further Your Career
Published on 2010-08-17 23:36:00
With anything in life there are challenges and obstacles one must overcome to be successful. An online college degree program is no different. It’s important to do your due diligence and really think things through before signing up for any particular program online. I mean, with all the degrees to pick from on the internet today, which one is going to be the most beneficial to you?No matter what college program you enroll in, whether it’s an online business degree, online teaching degree, o
Thanks Angelina Jolie for doing what you can
Published on 2010-08-16 23:53:00
Hollywood star Angelina Jolie has pledged to “do what she can” for flood-ravaged Pakistan. The Oscar-winning actress, 35, was asked what she would do in her role as goodwill ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) as she promoted her new action thriller, Salt, in London’s West End.“I’m doing what I can. I’m talking to Ambassador [Richard] Holbrooke, the UN and people on the ground about how we can spend our money,” she said at the film’s premiere
More rains, more floods,
Published on 2010-08-16 04:22:00
UN chief Ban Ki-moon flew into Pakistan on Sunday to visit areas ravaged by floods and urged the world to speed up aid for up to 20 million people hit by the country's worst humanitarian disaster. The United Nations has appealed for 460 million dollars to deal with the immediate aftermath of the floods but has warned that billions will be required in the long-term with villages, businesses, crops and infrastructure wiped out. The government has appealed to the international community to help cop
Wildlife in your backyard
Published on 2010-08-15 23:03:00
Have you ever thought of bringing wildlife to your own home? It may be wonderful adventures to attract more birds, fireflies and or butterflies and so many other creatures to your own garden in courtyard, backyard or rooftop?All wild species have four basic requirements for existence: food, water, shelter, and places to breed. Look around and one notices that the home garden, how small it may be, may already be providing habitat for some of the wildlife. Plants in the garden provide food in the
Islamabad/Rawalpindi Chapter get together
Published on 2010-08-14 12:03:00
Jalal Hameed BhattiOn 7 August 2010, the Islamabad/Rawalpindi Chapter met at the lush green Golf Club of Islamabad Club, which looked dreamy and impressive at night. A large number of course mates along with their wives attended. Although many more had confirmed their attendance, but as usual to the agony of the course secretary did not turn up.Col Asif, the course secretary got the male participants fall-in outside the dinning hall for the update on accounts. He also informed that the dinner wa
In the lighter side
Published on 2010-08-14 10:59:00
By RAO DILSHAD HUSSAINThe tendency of politicising sports has been a continual trend since many decades, but what is more deplorable is that this trend is on a rise. The current scenario has become rather interesting, as the ruling elites and politicians have started taking keen interest in domestic sports. Recently during Waqt News’ popular sports show ‘Game Beat,’ the former Prime Minister Ch. Shujaat Hussain, President of Pakistan Kabbadi Federation, donated Rs.10 million to the Pakista
In case you wish to donate into Pak Army relief fund
Published on 2010-08-14 10:23:00
For donations and contribution in to Pakistan Army Relief Fund , following are the account numbers for Pakistani Rupee and foreign currencies.ROUTING - PAKISTANI RUPEEAll branches of ASKARI COMMERCIAL BANK IN PAKISTANACCOUNT NUMBER 0028010121825-8ROUTING - US DOLLARPlease remit proceeds to JP MORGAN CILASE BANK,NEW YORK USA.SWIFT BIC CODE: CHASU33 for the credit of Askari Bank Limited, Karachi Branch, Account number: 001-1-1678273 SWIFT BIC CODE : ASCMPKKA for onward credit to Askari Bank Limite
Published on 2010-08-14 05:25:00
Jalal Hameed Bhatti, Zafar Iqbak Durrani, your truly and all Men at Their Best salute Pakistan on Independence Day 2010.
How the heatwave in Russia is connected to floods in Pakistan?
Published on 2010-08-13 13:32:00
AS RUSSIA burns to a crisp, thousands of kilometres to the south-west torrential storms visit unprecedented flooding on Pakistan. Both events can be attributed to the same large-scale pattern of atmospheric circulation. They are also both the sort of thing climate scientists expect more of in a warming world.The upper atmosphere (the part through which the jet streams run) is gently rocked by what are known as Rossby waves—movements of air towards and away from the poles. These waves usually t
Impediments to relief
Published on 2010-08-13 12:57:00
Rao Dilshad HussainPakistan has faced various disasters since its birth till date and contemporary floods is one of them. It is the worst disaster in the history of Pakistan in which more than 13 million people have become homeless while more than three thousand have perished. So far Pakistan has lost trillions of rupees in terms of property, crops and livestock. With this emerging state of affairs it was the need of the hour to help the flood victims. However, in the beginning the process of co
Gift economy
Published on 2010-08-12 23:31:00
In a 'market' economy, the highest status belongs to those who have acquired the most. In a Gift Economy, the highest status belongs to those who have given the most. But important is that the gift must always move. This idea was recently popularized by the terrific little movie called Pay it Forward. Every gift is its own reward, but that reward is multiplied, without limit, when the gift, or any gift, is passed along to others. A story is a gift. Blogs are gifts. Ideas and insights and teachin
It [flood] showed ordinary Pakistanis that the government isn’t there for them
Published on 2010-08-12 23:28:00
Besides sharing the wrenching loss of loved ones, homes, possessions, farms, livestock, livelihoods, and businesses, many of Pakistan’s millions of flood victims also seem to have another loss in common: their faith in government and its ability to help them. More than a score of those displaced by the raging flood waters in the hard-hit northwestern district of Nowshera, some 90 miles west of Islamabad, told Paula Bronstein today that they had received no aid from the government, nor any visi