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Belarusian President Arrives in Islamabad for Three-Day Visit

25Nov

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Business, Pakistan

Belarusian President Arrives in Islamabad for Three-Day Visit

Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko arrived in Islamabad on Monday for a three-day state visit. Multiple agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) are expected to be signed, signaling strengthened collaboration. Security in Islamabad has been heightened due to opposition-led protests, with the Red Zone, sealed to protect key areas. Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko arrived in Islamabad on Monday for a three-day state visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The visit aims to strengthen ties between Pakistan and Belarus through high-level discussions and agreements. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif warmly received President Lukashenko at Nur Khan Airbase. He was accompanied by senior officials including Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Interior Ministe...

Couple’s Unique Wedding Photoshoot Amid PTI Protest

25Nov

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global, Opinion, Pakistan

Couple’s Unique Wedding Photoshoot Amid PTI Protest

An Islamabad couple, Khola and Qasim, chose an unconventional wedding photoshoot amid the ongoing PTI protests. The containers are painted in vibrant red and blue. They were placed to block PTI convoys demanding the release of their leader, Imran Khan, and other political concessions. An Islamabad couple embraced the unusual for their wedding photoshoot in a turn of events that mixed romance with political tension. Amid the ongoing Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest, Khola and Qasim posed in front of the large, colorful containers set up by the government to block roads. The city has been on lockdown due to the protests, with schools closed and movement restricted. The couple, unable to access typical scenic venues, turned the makeshift barricades into a backdrop for their big d...

Pakistani Film Wakhri Wins Big at Indian Festival

24Nov

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Global, Pakistan, Showbiz

Pakistani Film Wakhri Wins Big at Indian Festival

Pakistani film Wakhri won the Best Director Feature Film award at the Yellowstone International Film Festival in India. It is directed by Iram Parveen Bilal and stars Faryal Mehmood, Gulshan Majeed, and Shees Sajjad Gul. Moreover, Wakhri also won the Community Award at the 40th VC Film Fest. Pakistani cinema shines on the global stage as Wakhri secures the Best Director award at the fifth Yellowstone International Film Festival (YIFF) in New Delhi, India. Directed by Iram Parveen Bilal, the Pakistani film Wakhri stood out among many independent movies showcased at the event. Iram expressed her gratitude on Instagram, thanking the festival's jury, her team, and the audience. “Deep gratitude to my entire team, cast, and crew for enhancing my vision every step of the way," she wrote. ...

Protests to Persist Until Demands Are Met: CM Gandapur

23Nov

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Pakistan

Protests to Persist Until Demands Are Met: CM Gandapur

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur reaffirmed his support for PTI Founder Imran Khan and vowed to continue November 24 protest until meeting their demands. Speaking to reporters, Gandapur urged the public to join protest and support Imran Khan’s fight for Pakistan. “We will reach D-Chowk and continue our protest until we secure the release of former prime minister and party workers,” Gandapur declared. He stressed that protecting Constitution remains a key demand. Gandapur accused federal government of obstructing their path with tear gas and firing. “If any damage occurs, I will hold federal government fully responsible,” he warned. He promised to follow Imran Khan’s directives, stating that they would only begin negotiations with the government after Khan’s rel...

Pakistan’s ‘The Glassworker’ Competes for Oscars in 2 Categories

23Nov

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Pakistan, Showbiz

Pakistan’s ‘The Glassworker’ Competes for Oscars in 2 Categories

"The Glassworker" has become Pakistan's first animated feature to enter the Oscar race! Moreover, Critics and audiences praised the film for its stunning animation, compelling story, and beautiful score. It tells the story of a young glassworker who falls in love with a talented violinist, set against a war-torn country. Pakistan's animation industry has reached a historic milestone as The Glassworker, directed by Usman Riaz, secures a place on the longlist for the 97th Academy Awards. Mano Animation Studios produces this hand-drawn animated feature. Moreover, it is competing in two categories: Best Animated Feature and Best International Feature Film. This marks Pakistan's first animated film to qualify for Oscars consideration, a proud moment for the country’s budding animation in...