because science is no rocket science
In light of the recent terrorist attack in Phalgam and the rising tensions between India and Pakistan, a chilling question resurfaces: What if a regional skirmish spirals into nuclear war? A scientific paper by Richard P. Turco and colleagues paints a harrowing picture—not just for South Asia, but for the world. A Local War with … Read more
The Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan remains one of the most prolonged and complicated territorial conflicts in modern history. Its origins trace back to the partition of British India in 1947. During the partition, princely states were given the option to join either India or Pakistan based on geographic contiguity and demographic composition. Jammu … Read more
As the war in Ukraine drags on into its third year, Russia finds itself at a critical economic crossroads. The Kremlin’s war chest is rapidly depleting, and sanctions are tightening the noose around key revenue streams. With the National Wealth Fund almost exhausted and budget deficits ballooning, Russia’s ability to sustain the current pace of … Read more
The Ukraine war and its aftermath may lead to a significant shift towards greener energy sources. Even before the war, businesses, investors, and political leaders had been positioning themselves to take advantage of the economic benefits of clean energy sources, such as wind, solar, and hydrogen. However, the pace of this transition was slow, and … Read more