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Thespianz Foundation is performing “American Desi Family” Theatre Play in Chicago in January 2024

Javed Mahmood — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 06:38:07 +0000

The Thespianz Foundation is performing a stage drama “American Desi Family” in Chicago in January 2024. The play will be performed on Saturday (January 27, 2024), at the auditorium of South Asia Institute – 1925 S Michigan Ave, Chicago United States of America, Comedy Urdu Hindi Theatre Play name is “American Desi Family” which is […]

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Chitral’s Kalash Community Commences 15-Day Chaumos Festivities

Romana Afsheen — Sun, 17 Dec 2023 18:58:34 +0000

The vibrant 15-day annual Chaumos festivities of the Kalash community have commenced in Chitral, unfolding with traditional customs and colors. This celebration, held every December, marks the onset of the new year for the community, symbolizing aspirations for a brighter future. Notably, the festival aligns with the winter solstice. During the festivities, men and women […]

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Christmas Blessing: Christian Employees to Receive Salary and Pension in Advance

Kanwal Munir — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 17:37:56 +0000

Christian Employees The federal government has issued a notification ensuring that employees from the Christian community working in federal government positions will receive their salaries and pensions on December 20, five days ahead of Christmas. The announcement aligns with Rule-217 of the Federal Treasury Rules (Vol-I), highlighting the government’s commitment to facilitating the Christian community […]

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Pakistan’s Embassy in Turkiye holds 6th edition of Jinnah Writers Award in Ankara

Javed Mahmood — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 05:27:57 +0000

ANKARA/ISLAMABAD: Awards ceremony for the 6th edition of the ‘Jinnah Young Writers Award’, essay competition was held in Ankara today. The prize distribution ceremony was graced by the Turkish Minister for National Education, H.E Yusuf Tekin, and the Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkiye Dr. Yousaf Junaid. Named after Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of […]

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Supreme Court says woman can demand ‘Haq Mehr’ when desires

Javed Mahmood — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:06:14 +0000

In a ruling, the Supreme Court has affirmed that husbands are obligated to pay ‘haq mehr’ to their wives upon request. The written verdict, issued by the SC in response to Khalid Parvez’s challenge against the Shariah provision, spans three pages. Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Qazi Faez Isa wrote the order. Highlighting the significance […]

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Pakistan and Turkiye joint production drama serial “Salah Uddin Ayubi” premiered at the Arts Council in Karachi

Javed Mahmood — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 06:46:21 +0000

The narrative traced the great leader's footsteps from his humble beginnings in the rugged terrains of the Middle East to his triumphant rise to power.

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Moenjo Daro Yields Historic Coins in Recent Discovery

Kanwal Munir — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 09:13:05 +0000

Historic Coins SUKKUR: During conservation efforts at Moenjo Daro, a stupa yielded a pot brimming with copper coins in an excavation on Thursday. Laborers, engaged in the restoration work, discovered the pot amid the excavation of a collapsed wall. Syed Shakir Shah, Director of Conservation and Preservation, confirmed the recovery of numerous historic coins carefully […]

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Karachi Hosts Its Inaugural Transgender Festival

Kanwal Munir — Sat, 11 Nov 2023 07:00:32 +0000

Transgender Festival On Friday, the transgender community, led by an organizing committee including Dr. Sara Gill, Hina Pathani, Nisha Rao, Bebo Haider, and Kami Sid, organized a rally and festival at the Arts Council. The event, named the “Hijra Festival,” demanded immediate rights and job opportunities. Transgender individuals, hailing from various parts of the country, […]

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Pablo Picasso’s ‘Femme à la montre’ Breaks Records with $139 Million Auction Sale

Daniyal Wali — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 04:50:14 +0000

Pablo Picasso’s 1932 artwork titled “Femme à la montre” achieved a record-breaking sale of over $139 million at a Sotheby’s auction in New York on Wednesday, establishing it as the most valuable artwork sold at auction globally this year. This piece was a highlight of New York City’s autumn art auction season and is often […]

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Three-day Islamabad Literature Festival to start on November 3

Romana Afsheen — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 17:27:54 +0000

ISLAMABAD: The 9th Islamabad Literature Festival (ILF), a three-day celebration of literature, is scheduled to take place at the Gandhara Citizen Club in F-9 Park from November 3 to 5. This highly anticipated event is organized by Oxford University Press (OUP) and will be set against the backdrop of the spacious park grounds. The festival, […]

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NAPA celebrates the life and works of Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai in Karachi

Javed Mahmood — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 06:30:05 +0000

Bhitai KARACHI: The National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA) organized an event titled “Haasil-e-Zeest” to celebrate the life and works of famed Sufi mystic and poet Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai. Seasoned politician Mahtab Akbar Rashdi read some excerpts from Shah Jo Risalo. It is a masterpiece collection of Shah Abdul Latif’s poetry. It contains universal […]

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Musical Concert in Swat Valley Faces Cancellation Amidst Local Protests

Daniyal Wali — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:41:54 +0000

Local residents’ protests have led to the cancellation of a musical concert in Kalam Valley, Swat. The scheduled event, set to take place at a local hotel from October 6 to 8, aimed to showcase renowned Pashto singers. Zahid, the organizer, informed that this was more than just a musical concert; it also included various […]

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