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Top Celebrated Festivals Around the World

26Jun

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Culture, Global

Top Celebrated Festivals Around the World

Each nation and culture is bonded by a set of beliefs that shows their eccentricity around the world. Whether it's Judaism, Islam, Christianity, or Hinduism, there are multiple festivals celebrated that show their values and practices. However, here are the top most celebrated festivals around the globe. No matter what they celebrate—life or death, wildlife, religious figures, rowing, or ice sculpting—festivals make your travels even more exciting. The streets fill with music and colorful parades, unique traditions come to life, and you get to join in with the locals as they celebrate. Here are some most celebrated festivals from around the world that are worth experiencing: Diwali, India Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, takes place between mid-October and mid-Novem...

Pakistan to Reinstall Ranjit Singh’s Statue at Kartarpur

25Jun

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Culture, Global, Pakistan

Pakistan to Reinstall Ranjit Singh’s Statue at Kartarpur

Pakistan's Punjab government announced the reinstallation of a restored Maharaja Ranjit Singh's statue, the founder of the Sikh Empire, at Kartarpur Sahib. The reinstallation, scheduled for June 26th, is expected to be attended by local and Indian Sikhs. In a significant move, Pakistan has decided to reinstall Maharaja Ranjit Singh's statue at Kartarpur Sahib. This decision has been met with widespread appreciation, particularly among the Sikh community worldwide. Tomorrow June 26th, 2024 is a historic day when the statue will be reinstalled. Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the founder of the Sikh Empire in the early 19th century, is a revered figure in Sikh history. His reign is remembered for its justice, secularism, and protection of religious freedoms. The statue, which captures his lega...

Pakistani Carpet Art Steals the Show at Tehran Exhibition

24Jun

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Culture, Pakistan

Pakistani Carpet Art Steals the Show at Tehran Exhibition

Pakistani carpet artistry took center stage at a recent Tehran exhibition, dazzling visitors with its vibrant colors and intricate designs. The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) hosted the regional exhibition, showcasing the finest handwoven carpets from member countries. Moreover, it also paves the way for further cultural exchange and collaboration between ECO member states in preserving this treasured art form. The beautiful art of Pakistani carpets was on full display at the Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO) regional Tehran exhibition. Countries from the ECO region showcased their stunning carpet designs, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the area. Alongside the exhibition, a workshop on restoring old carpets was also held. Saad S. Khan, President of the Ec...

KPK Sees Over 400,000 Tourists During Eid-ul-Azha Holidays

23Jun

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Culture, Pakistan

KPK Sees Over 400,000 Tourists During Eid-ul-Azha Holidays

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) saw a surge in tourism during the recent Eid-ul-Azha Holidays. Reports say over 415,000 tourists visited the province, with most being domestic tourists but also some international visitors. The scenic areas like Naran, Kaghan, and Galiyat were trendy, attracting hundreds of thousands of people. The beautiful landscapes of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) are attracting a huge number of tourists this Eid. So far, over 200,000 local and foreign tourists have visited various destinations, drawn by the region’s natural beauty, cultural diversity, and historical sites. The number of tourists is expected to exceed 400,000 during the three-day Eid-ul-Azha holidays. According to the report 237,000 tourists visited Galliyat, 151,900 Malam Jabba, 92,000 Kumrat Valley, and 77...

Sindh Suspends Pakistan’s First Human Milk Bank

22Jun

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Culture, Islam, Pakistan

Sindh Suspends Pakistan’s First Human Milk Bank

Pakistan's first Human Milk Bank program is recently halted for religious reasons. The Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology (SICHN) launched it earlier this month. However, it ran into a hurdle due to a new fatwa issued by Darul Uloom Karachi. This fatwa casts doubt on the permissibility of the milk bank from an Islamic perspective. Pakistan's first human milk bank, launched earlier this month by the Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology (SICHN) in collaboration with UNICEF, has been suspended. This decision follows a new religious ruling from Darul Uloom Karachi, a prominent Islamic institution, issued on June 16, 2024. The milk bank was seen as a major step forward in maternal and child health. The institute aimed to provide pasteurized donor breast milk to ba...