Introduction Agriculture is the backbone of Pakistan’s economy, with rice and wheat feeding millions and driving rural livelihoods. Yet, farmers and other relevant stakeholders (policymakers, crop breeders, researchers) alike face a common challenge: knowing the right time to sow, irrigate, and harvest crops. Traditionally, this knowledge has been based on experience and local weather patterns….
Across the world, industries face mounting pressure to shrink their carbon footprint. Yet, the machines that power our factories — from textile mills to pharmaceutical plants — still rely heavily on fossil fuels, a major source of greenhouse gas emissions. Among them, industrial gas turbines stand out as the workhorses of modern manufacturing. The challenge…
Imagine a world where surgical tools could “feel” the pressure they apply or where wearable devices could monitor movement with surgical precision without needing a power source. At the Department of Mechatronics Engineering, NUST College of EME, Dr. Hassan Elahi and his research team have made a major leap toward this future. Their latest innovation,…
Background Dengue is a major public health problem in many tropical and subtropical regions including the capital of Pakistan. In recent times the need for robust and active dengue surveillance system has become more pressing. Such system is not only for early outbreak detection but also for monitoring circulating dengue serotypes and quantifying the disease…
For millions of people across Pakistan, herbal medicines are not just supplements — they are trusted remedies, passed down through generations and relied upon daily for healing. From roadside dispensaries to household kitchen shelves, plant-based treatments remain the first line of care for countless communities where modern healthcare is distant. But behind this deep cultural…
The Pakistani government in fiscal year budget 2025-26 has decided to initially reduce and eventually eliminate tariffs, or tax on imports, on car imports by 2029 which is currently at 40%. This policy may seem as a step toward rationalising trade and increasing accessibility, but it may as well be the government’s recipe for disaster….
