لینی میسن
ماہ گذشتہ میں سائنٹفک رسالوں نے دنیا کے فربہ ترین لڑکے کی خبرِ وفات شائع کی ہے، اس کا نام لینی میسن تھا، وہ لیسٹر انگلستان کا باشندہ تھا، اس کا سن پندرہ سال کا تھا، اس کی کمر کی پیمائش ۲؍۱۔۱۶۴ انچ کی، سینے کی ۶۹ انچ کی، اور ران کی ۳۸ انچ کی تھی، اس کی وفات کے بعد بلحاظ فربہی اس کی جانشینی کا قریمۂ انتخاب امریکہ کے ایک ہشت سالہ لڑکے کے پر پڑا ہے۔ (اپریل ۱۹۲۰ء)
This research explores the dynamic interaction between social media and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, revealing a complex culture war unfolding in the digital landscape. The study examines how social media platforms have become arenas of competition, where traditional Islamic values collide with the global influence of digital communication. By examining the ways in which social media have shaped and reflected Pakistani cultural identity, the research examines the tension between modernity and conservatism, as well as challenges to established social norms. Additionally, it analyzes the role of social media in promoting communication, political discourse, and diverse voices in the context of Pakistan's cultural landscape. By shedding light on this culture war, this research contributes to understanding the complex relationship between social media and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.
Keywords: Social media, Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Clash of Civilizations, digital communication, Islamic Culture.
After the 18th Constitutional Amendment the role of all provincial Textbook Boards has changed. Since no study has been conducted so far to understand changing role of the Balochistan Textbook Board, this study investigates the changing role of Balochistan Textbook Board after the 18th Constitutional Amendment. This qualitative study comprises semi-structured interviews, focused group discussions and analysis of relevant documents. The study uses a purposive sampling strategy. The study finds that the changing role of Balochistan Textbook Board has helped in developing a sense of responsibility and ownership, making progress in textbooks development and speeding up the process of textbooks development including improving the quality of textbooks. However, the Balochistan Textbook Board has faced some challenges. These include; limited capacity, lack of effective coordination with different stakeholders, lack of teachers’ effective participation in textbooks development, lack of effective evaluation and to ensure quality of textbooks. The study recommends effective coordination among the stakeholders, effective participation of different stakeholders, effective evaluation process, and devising new strategies and mechanisms for textbooks development.