The Evening Star

  I recently took a trip to Swat, and let me tell you, it was a wild ride. I stayed at the Post Office Rest House, which was definitely showing its age. But you know what they say, "don't judge a book by its cover." Despite the shabbiness of the place, it was actually quite cozy and welcoming. And the sweet old man who ran the place was an absolute delight. He regaled us with stories of his youth. Classic.   PTDC: Miandam Now, onto the real adventure. We visited Malam Jabba, the biggest ski resort in Pakistan. I have to admit, I was a little apprehensive about skiing, considering the last time I tried, I ended up face down in a snowdrift. But the Samson group had done an amazing job maintaining the resort, so I decided to give it a shot. And let me tell you, it was an absolute blast! The slow chair lift gave us plenty of time to take in the stunning scenery. And the best part? No face plants this time! I did fell on my arse though :D   After a day of skiing, we he...

Education is the backbone of any country, and it plays a significant role in shaping its future. Pakistan is no different. However, unfortunately, the education system in Pakistan has been facing several challenges that are eroding its roots. The education system in Pakistan comprises primary, secondary, higher secondary, and tertiary education. The primary education system in Pakistan has several issues, including a lack of proper infrastructure, teacher absenteeism, and outdated teaching methodologies. Most of the schools in rural areas do not have proper facilities such as electricity, clean water, and toilets, making it difficult for students to attend classes. This results in a high dropout rate, and many children remain illiterate. The secondary and higher secondary education systems in Pakistan also face numerous challenges, including outdated curriculum, inadequate teacher training, and insufficient resources. The syllabus taught in these institutions has not been revised in de...