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Soniah Kamal is an award-winning novelist, essayist, and public speaker. Her most recent novel, “Unmarriageable: Pride & Prejudice in Pakistan” is featured on PBS Books, while Publishers Weekly titled it a‘must read’ and Shelf Awareness stated “If Jane Austen lived in modern-day Pakistan, this is the version of Pride and Prejudice she might have written.” In this exclusive Q&A session, team Mindful delves deep into the mind of the gifted writer. Q: How did your writing journey begin? Ans: I never wanted to be a writer, instead I always wanted to be an actress. I actually have a complete TEDx talk on this! I’ve been an eager reader since I was a little childthough. I found my family, my home and myself in all the books…

Rice husk ash is the byproduct of rice milling and the medium of the future. It’s a substitute for inorganic fertilizer, used in combination with other composts as a soil amendment and a carrier of bio-fertilizer. The benefits of rice ash husk ash are many folds: It improves the structure of soil. When added in combination with press mud and leaf mold, it makes soil crumbly and increases aeration. This leads to better root development of plants. It has a good quantity of potash in it, so when added to flower fruiting plants and shrubs, it enriches their growth, quantity,…

Review by Dr. Muhammad Sharif Malik, MD Health and wellness are neither static nor passive, but a dynamic process of well-being, more than the absence of disease. Modern medicine has exalted over time, transforming the inevitable dangers of disease and injury from harrowing to manageable. When it comes to the inescapable realities of preventable infectious outbreaks and the reversible progression of diseases, what medicine could do runs counter to desired human expectations. The tumultuous times of the global pandemic flagrantly exposed vulnerabilities in not only the healthcare domains, but also in an individual’s health, social preferences and lifestyle choices. Mrs.…

Child labour is a crime against humanity. I’m reminded of a very moving story about one of the world’s greatest humanitarians, Abraham Lincoln. As a candidate for a congress seat, the day this incident took place, he had an important election speech to deliver. But he also had a far greater task to perform. A noble cause to fight for. ​Lincoln cancelled his election speech and entered ajam-packed court, which was already in session. Without being noticed, he sat down in the last row. As the case ended, the District Attorney rose and moved the trial of John Wilson for murder. There was a stir through the courtroom. In the doorway appeared the sheriff, leading a childish…

Here’s a look at the hottest accessories to get your hands on this summer. These standout pieces are bound to make your holiday looks catch everyone’s eye! Picnic Bag by Hermès Dioriviera Cropped Polo Shirt by Dior Chypre Sandal by Hermès Two Butterfly Pendant by Van Cleef and Arpels Margot Black-Gold Platform Sandal by Rene Caovilla

As travel restrictions ease post-pandemic, myriads continue making a beeline for tourist hotspots. T-Edit Fashion Editor, Amber Liaqat, zeroes in on vibrant Thailand as her timely getaway. Phuket Adventure, scenic beauty, water sports, shopping and delicious food you’ll keep wanting to come back for- Phuket has it all. One of the largest islands in Thailand, it’s also the most popular for attracting tourists from across the globe, many of whom consider it to be a dream beach destination. The luxurious white sand, tree-fringed landscape and exquisite, crystal-clear, jade waters of the Andaman Sea make this the perfect getaway, particularly for those in…

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As the plane made its descent, I peeked outside my window to catch a glimpse of Istanbul’s skyline. It was almost midnight, thus my hopes of catching a bird’s-eye view of the Bosphorus were dashed. Instead, looking out, I witnessed millions of stars, shining like diamonds. I couldn’t complain. As we stepped out of the aircraft, I realised the airport was huge-one could spend hours just exploring it. However, by the time we were done with immigration, all we really wanted to do was get to our hotel and call it a night! Before our trip, we were warned by…