The majestic mountains of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, a haven for adventure seekers and nature lovers, also present a unique challenge: landslides. These unpredictable events can have devastating consequences, disrupting lives and infrastructure. This article dives into understanding landslides in Gilgit-Baltistan, exploring the causes, impacts, and ongoing efforts to mitigate these risks. Why Do Landslides Occur in…
The Location of Pakistan is situated in South Asia, bordered by India to the east, Afghanistan and Iran to the west, China to the north, and the Arabian Sea to the south. Its geographical coordinates range approximately from 24 to 37 degrees north latitude and 60 to 77 degrees east longitude. The country’s location plays…
Pakistan shares a small border with Iran to the southwest, influencing cultural exchanges and regional dynamics. These neighboring countries contribute to Pakistan’s diverse geopolitical relationships, impacting its foreign policy, trade, security concerns, and regional stability. The interactions between Pakistan and its neighbors shape the nation’s political and economic landscape. Pakistan shares borders with several countries,…
The Monsoon Season (July to September) During monsoon season low pressure over subcontinent in May and June Attracts winds from Indian Ocean. Pakistan receives the tail-end of the monsoon winds, which enter Pakistan after crossing India. The monsoon gains strength until July, remain constant to the end of the August. In some years the monsoon…
In summer season (Hot weather), the western disturbance move in northerly latitude and cause thunderstorms over mountainous area and dust raising winds over the plains. The air pressure due to advent of summer falls rapidly and low pressure begins to appear over the indo-Pakistan. In May and June temperature over 40oC is not uncommon -40…
In cold weather season, over Central Asia and Middle East a high pressure with anti-cyclonic conditions are established. This season is characterized by fine weather, low humidity and large diurnal range of temperature. But cool season is generally effected by cold waves Western Disturbances. These western disturbance cause fairly widespread rain over the region with…
We have learned that sir Syed Ahmed khan was the man who led the awakening of Muslims to the need of modern life and that was many years ago, and it will be asked-who were the man who thought of the idea of Pakistan and made that idea real and workable? After all, it is…
