From Kashmir to the Moon: The Peculiar Rise of Moon Land 'Owners'
The report explores the curious trend of individuals in Kashmir claiming ownership of lunar land. The article narrates the story of Hina Bashir, who, on her husband's birthday, bought a plot on the moon, triggering a frenzy in the region after a doctor and a businessman also claimed lunar ownership. The scam originated in the US through Dennis Hope, who exploited a legal loophole, selling certificates of ownership for celestial bodies. Legal experts challenge this, asserting that the UN Outer Space Treaty applies to individuals. Despite controversy, Hope envisions leveraging lunar propert...