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NUST Achieves 127th Rank Globally in Engineering & Technology

14Mar

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Pakistan, Sci-Tech

NUST Achieves 127th Rank Globally in Engineering & Technology

The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) has achieved a significant milestone in the QS Subject Rankings 2025. This represents a 17-position jump from the previous year. With the addition of Architecture/Built Environment, the institution now has subjects ranked in all five broad subject areas. The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) has made significant progress in global rankings. The esteemed university has secured the 127th position in Engineering and Technology in the QS Subject Rankings 2025. This marks an impressive improvement of 17 places from the previous year. For the first time, NUST has been ranked among the top 200 universities worldwide in four subjects: Computer Science, Mathematics, Chemical Engineering, and Electrical Engineering....

March 2025 Brings a Stunning Blood Worm Moon Lunar Eclipse

11Mar

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Sci-Tech

March 2025 Brings a Stunning Blood Worm Moon Lunar Eclipse

The Blood Worm Moon will appear red as it passes through Earth’s shadow. The eclipse will be visible across the Western Hemisphere, including Parts of Europe, Africa, and the Pacific region and North & South America. The March 2025 total lunar eclipse is a spectacular event for stargazers. Astronomy enthusiasts have an exciting event to look forward to this March. A total lunar eclipse, also known as the Blood Worm Moon, will take place on the night of March 13 and the early morning of March 14, 2025. During this event, the moon will appear red as it passes through Earth’s shadow. What Causes a Lunar Eclipse? A lunar eclipse happens when the sun, Earth, and moon align, causing Earth’s shadow to cover the moon. In a total lunar eclipse, the entire moon moves into the darkest p...

Harvard Astrophysicist Suggests Math Points to God’s Existence

9Mar

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Islam, Sci-Tech

Harvard Astrophysicist Suggests Math Points to God’s Existence

Dr. Willie Soon has presented a theory that a mathematical formula could provide evidence for God's existence. His theory heavily relies on the "fine-tuning argument." This argument suggests that the universe's physical laws and constants are so precisely calibrated to allow for life that it's highly improbable they occurred by chance. A Harvard astrophysicist has sparked discussion by proposing that a mathematical formula may support the idea of an intentional design behind the universe. This theory can change the way people look at the idea of God's existence. Dr Willie Soon, an astrophysicist and aerospace engineer, shared his perspective in a recent interview, citing the fine-tuning argument as evidence of deliberate creation. This concept suggests that the universe’s physical l...

Internet Blackouts Reach Record High in 2024

3Mar

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Global, Sci-Tech

Internet Blackouts Reach Record High in 2024

A report by Access Now documented 296 internet shutdowns across 54 countries in 2024, surpassing the previous year's total. Myanmar, India, and Pakistan were among the top countries imposing internet blackouts. In essence, 2024 saw an alarming increase in governments using internet shutdowns as a tool of control. Governments worldwide increased internet shutdowns in 2024, setting a new record for digital blackouts. A report by Access Now placed Myanmar, India, and Pakistan among the worst offenders, highlighting how authorities used internet blackouts to control protests and suppress dissent. The #KeepItOn coalition, led by the digital rights group, documented 296 shutdowns across 54 countries. This marked a sharp rise from 283 shutdowns in 39 countries in 2023. By the end of 2024, ...

Pakistan’s First Astronauts to Fly to Space Really Soon

28Feb

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Pakistan, Sci-Tech

Pakistan’s First Astronauts to Fly to Space Really Soon

Pakistan is set to make history as its first astronauts prepare to fly into space. Two Pakistani astronauts will receive specialized training at the Astronaut Center of China. As Pakistan prepares for its first human spaceflight, this mission paves the way for future space collaborations. Pakistan will make history as its first astronauts prepare to fly to space. The Pakistan Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has signed an agreement with the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) to send astronauts to the Tiangong space station. This marks a major milestone in the country’s space journey. The signing ceremony took place at the Prime Minister's Office of Pakistan. In the presence of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Lin Xiqiang, deputy director of the China ...