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Veteran Actor Talat Hussain Passes Away in Karachi

26May

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Pakistan, Showbiz

Veteran Actor Talat Hussain Passes Away in Karachi

Legendary Pakistani actor Talat Hussain passed away in Karachi on Sunday. His daughter confirmed the news. He was a prominent figure in Pakistan's entertainment industry, known for his roles in films and TV dramas. Talat Hussain, a famous TV and stage actor, died on Sunday in Karachi at the age of 83. He had been ill for a long time. Talat was born on September 18, 1940. Hussain's daughter confirmed his passing, which sent shockwaves through the industry.pen_spark Ahmed Shah, the President of the Arts Council of Pakistan in Karachi, confirmed Talat’s death. Shah said Talat had been in treatment at a private hospital. He praised Talat as a unique actor and mentioned that he had a strong connection with the Arts Council. Talat Hussain received many awards during his career, includi...

UN Declares May 24th International Day of the Markhor

23May

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Global, Pakistan

UN Declares May 24th International Day of the Markhor

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) recently recognized May 24th as the International Day of the Markhor. It's a great step towards raising awareness about this majestic, endangered species. Moreover, the Markhor is also the national animal of Pakistan! In exciting news from the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), May 24 has been officially named the International Day of the Markhor, Pakistan's national animal! This decision came through a resolution supported by Pakistan and eight other countries. Moreover, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the Markhor and its conservation. The Markhor, also known as the "screw-horned goat," holds a special place in Pakistan's heart. Moreover, it is found in the mountainous regions of Central and South Asia and plays a vital r...

PM Shehbaz Departs for Iran to Offer Condolences on President Raisi’s Death

22May

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Pakistan

PM Shehbaz Departs for Iran to Offer Condolences on President Raisi’s Death

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has traveled to Iran to offer condolences on the tragic deaths of President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian. Both Iranian officials died in a helicopter crash in the Eastern Azerbaijan province on Sunday. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, and Information Minister Attaullah Tarar join the Prime Minister. During his visit, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will meet Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Imam Khamenei and Acting President Dr. Mohammad Mokhber. He will convey condolences on behalf of the people and government of Pakistan. Earlier this week, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei led funeral prayers for President Raisi, the foreign minister, and others who died in the crash. These prayers took plac...

Summer Holidays in Punjab Schools to Now Begin on May 25

21May

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

Latest, Pakistan

Summer Holidays in Punjab Schools to Now Begin on May 25

Due to the severe heat wave, the Punjab School Education Department has decided to start summer holidays earlier than initially planned. All schools will now be closed from May 25. In response to a severe heat wave, the Punjab School Education Department has changed the schedule for summer holidays in public and private schools across the province. According to a new notification, all government and private schools in Punjab, including Lahore, will now be closed from May 25. Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat said many private schools contacted the government to request early summer holidays. Private schools holding exams this week are allowed to remain open, but the heat is expected to intensify next week. The Punjab School Education Department decided to start summer ho...

Pakistan’s Sirbaz Khan Scales Mount Everest Without Oxygen

21May

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global, Pakistan

Pakistan’s Sirbaz Khan Scales Mount Everest Without Oxygen

Pakistan's very own Sirbaz Khan did something amazing! He climbed Mount Everest, the world's tallest mountain, without special breathing equipment. This is a huge accomplishment because the air gets very thin up there, making breathing hard. In addition, Sirbaz is a true adventurer! Pakistan's top mountaineer, Sirbaz Khan, achieved an extraordinary feat on Tuesday by reaching the summit of Mount Everest without using supplementary oxygen. This remarkable accomplishment makes Sirbaz the second Pakistani ever to do so, following in the footsteps of Sajid Sidpara. Hailing from Hunza, Sirbaz Khan is also the first Pakistani to climb 11 peaks over 8,000 meters without the help of bottled oxygen. In total, he has conquered 13 of these towering mountains, using oxygen only on Annapurna and...