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How can the generational gap be seen through academics, and how Gen-Zs are different in nature and live in a full on hum...
19/05/2026

How can the generational gap be seen through academics, and how Gen-Zs are different in nature and live in a full on humor mode. which doesn't mean Gen-Zs are not serious or they don't want to learn. Being a Gen-Z is name of a vibe and a feeling which low-key feels fire and kinda slayyyy😏🙂‍🤩

Do vandalizing historical and archaeological sites solve anything?Through ages we have seen a common practice of destroy...
22/04/2026

Do vandalizing historical and archaeological sites solve anything?
Through ages we have seen a common practice of destroying important places of minorities especially religious places throughout the world. Either they're demolished or converted into sites like hospitals, schools, residential areas, or turned into official use for event hosting.
Which not only wipes out the history but also questions about the sustainability of the site.
Is it biased hatred or religion?
Throughout history we have seen a common practice of demolishing sites after conquest especially sculptures but we have also seen the respectful attitude from Salah ud din Ayubi when he conquered the Hagia Sofia. We have also seen the destruction of Muslim mosques and in return the destruction of a Jain temple.
No religion teaches violence. As a responsible citizen and being a human it is our responsibility to save our history for our future generations. So that we will be known forever. We have also heard about the concept of not visiting a historical site where it is believed to be a religious taboo while in the Quran it is mentioned to visit and explore the history so that humans will get educated about the certain topics and races.
What do you think about it..let us know.

Pakistan is a part of the Middle East? Recently, has declared Pakistan as a part of Middle East. But as we all know the...
19/04/2026

Pakistan is a part of the Middle East? Recently, has declared Pakistan as a part of Middle East. But as we all know the history of Pakistan which strongly mentions Pakistan being a soul part of South Asia. From the start Pakistan came into being through the flow of Indus river as a part of indus valley civilization. After which the later invasions from central Asia, middle east and others majorly signified the present region of Pakistan as a part of South Asia.
Even if we take the DNA of most Pakistanis, it also resembles the DNAs of North Indians. Although due to influence of Persia and Arab invasions we share a small trait of middle eastern DNA but according to historical evidence and fragments, we are the past of South Asia and we will forever be the part of South Asia.
Being declared as a part of Middle East is nothing more geopolitical classification which makes it easier and convenient for the authorities to run multiple projects of well being and raise funds which is definitely controlled by the
But Pakistan is loudly and clearly a PART OF SOUTH ASIA!!!

The Grand Egyptian Museum has finally opened. That means we will now be able to see some of the most iconic artifacts th...
07/11/2025

The Grand Egyptian Museum has finally opened. That means we will now be able to see some of the most iconic artifacts that have never been seen before.
King Tutankhamun, also referred to as the Golden King, has his own gallery in the museum, which perfectly showcases his wealth, earning him the title of the Golden King.
King Tutankhamun loved gold. And he believed that his wealth would help him in the afterlife as well. That's why multiple gold artifacts were excavated from his tomb.
Some of my favorites include his Golden Burial Mask, the Canopic Coffinette, the Golden Throne, the Anubis on a Chest, the cow head, a fancy perfume vase, and the Royal diadem.
What are your favorites out of them? let me know...

03/11/2025

The grand Egyptian Museum is now finally open and let's manifest one museum like this for Indus valley civilization too ✨
This museum took 20+ years to complete construction as long as it takes to build the great pyramids.
And as an archaeologist, this museum is now my dream place to visit as Egyptology took me here in this field ❤️.
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During the last 3 decades, the flood of 2025 is believed to be the deadliest of all. And because of these floods, multip...
01/09/2025

During the last 3 decades, the flood of 2025 is believed to be the deadliest of all.
And because of these floods, multiple cities are affected, and the archaeological and heritage sites as well.
It is believed that 55-70 heritage and archaeological sites are affected and at risk due to the recent flood.
which are,
-Takht-i-Bahi (UNESCO World Heritage, Buddhist monastery)
-Sahr-i-Bahlol (UNESCO, ancient Gandhara settlement)
-Shahbaz Garhi (Ashokan rock edicts)
-Hund (ancient Gandhara capital, Indus riverbank)
-Bhamala Stupa (UNESCO Tentative List, on Haro River)
-Other Buddhist mounds near Khanpur Dam, Butkara Stupa (Saidu Sharif)
-Saidu Sharif Buddhist remains
-Udegram stupa & fort
-Barikot (Bazira – ancient city excavations)
-Amluk Dara stupa
-Numerous minor stupas (Shangla, Buner, etc.)
-Jamrud Fort (Khyber Pass, erosion risk)
-Shinkiari stupa (Mansehra)
-Hazara Buddhist remains (Haripur/Mansehra scattered sites)
-Plus 20–30 smaller stupas, monasteries, and mounds scattered in Buner,
-Shangla, Mansehra, Haripur, Swat
-Lahore Fort (UNESCO)
-Shalimar Gardens (UNESCO)
-Badshahi Mosque (adjacent, near Ravi embankments)
-Tomb of Jahangir
-Tomb of Nur Jahan
-Tomb of Asif Khan
-Akbari Serai
-Hiran Minar (Sheikhupura, in floodplain)
-Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur (confirmed flood damage)
-Other Sikh-era gurdwaras (smaller sites in Narowal & Sialkot)
-Multan Fort (partially urbanized, still heritage)
-Shrine of Shah Rukn-e-Alam
-Shrine of Bahauddin Zakariya
-Shrine of Shams Tabrez
-Eidgah Mosque (historic, Mughal-era)
-Shrines along Chenab (Sufi saints, small mosques)
-Rewas Bridge (historic bridge, flood-damaged)
-Caravan serais & minor sites near Chenab floodplain.
Lets pray for pakistan for the sake of humanity.

For the first time in nearly two centuries, the River Ravi has touched the walls of Lahore Fort once again. Once a lifel...
31/08/2025

For the first time in nearly two centuries, the River Ravi has touched the walls of Lahore Fort once again. Once a lifeline of the Mughal capital, the Ravi flowed beside the Fort during the Mughal and Sikh eras, shaping Lahore’s history, trade, and culture. Over the years, shifting riverbeds pushed it miles away—until the recent floods brought it back dramatically to the Fort’s edge.
A moment both historic and alarming, it reminds us of Lahore’s deep ties with the Ravi and the urgent challenges of climate and flood management today.
Today, the Ravi River is just 3 km away from the walls of Lahore Fort.

Pakistan is in Danger! Our society, our home, our future, and also our past. the change is in our hands. Pakistan is hom...
20/08/2025

Pakistan is in Danger! Our society, our home, our future, and also our past. the change is in our hands. Pakistan is home to 900+ recorded archaeological and historical sites, out of which only 389 archaeological sites and monuments are under federal protection. And 6 archaeological sites are under the administration of UNESCO.
But over the decades, these sites have been destroyed, vandalized, and have been the victim of global climate change. Because of our negligence and limited measures, our environment has been polluted constantly, causing hazardous impacts not only on humans but also on our heritage sites, which are the true assets of our country.
Due to climate change, multiple natural disasters are occurring these days, which is an alarming situation for our sites.
And now, this is the time when we think and put our efforts together to bring change to our country and conserve and preserve our precious history from being demolished.
This is not only for us but for our upcoming generations, too.
Think before it's too late.

18/04/2025

April 18... World heritage day!!!
But let's just talk about some of our steps which are leading our heritage sites towards destruction.
Recently Meela charaghan was held at Shalimar Garden Lahore which is Pakistans one of the largest and UNESCO world heritage site by . We really appreciate this step of bringing back our culture in the form of a festival in this society to bring back the essence of our heritage and this is also a good step to revive our rich history.
But somehow this step wasn't that good and goes wrong when they choose a site for this Meela.
Shalimar Garden is a mughal era site which is more than 300 years old. Because of which site conditions are not that good to hold a big festival like this where there's loud music causing walls to shake.
People climbing onto the walls of the site causing multiple scratches and shaking them.
Having tourists more than the actual capacity of the site.
And many more.
Moreover the site became a true crime scene causing pick pockets, child kidnapping and other illegal crimes which directly impact the sustainability of the site.
The actual reason for this post is to raise awareness about protection and conservation of our heritage and archaeological sites and I would like and to review this issue so that this will not happen again.
All I wish and want is the conservation of our heritage sites.

Bundu khan....a famous sweets shop which is known for its mind blowing and unremarkable taste both in Pakistan and outsi...
20/12/2024

Bundu khan....a famous sweets shop which is known for its mind blowing and unremarkable taste both in Pakistan and outside of Pakistan. Knowing their popularity, Bundu khan did the assignment to let people understand about our heritage, history and culture. They introduced The Royal Packaging which shows mughal Art, Emperors and beautiful Frescos which created buzz among the foreigners who visited Pakistan and made them understand the beauty and journey behind modern Pakistan.
Bundu khan not only serves the taste but also influences people to understand the beauty of our vibrant culture and indeed the sweets like ghulab jamun was the favorite dessert of Mughal emperors.
What do you think about it. Let us know.
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