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Tourists Thrilled by Kalash Choimus Winter Festival

18Dec

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Tourists Thrilled by Kalash Choimus Winter Festival

Choimus, also known as Chitirmas, marks the Kalash people's new year and celebrates their unique faith and traditions. Tourists get to participate in some traditions, like dancing around the fire or joining a communal feast, becoming part of the festive spirit. In a bid to promote peace in Chitral, the Kalash tribe's winter festival, known as Choimus, has commenced with immense enthusiasm. Believed to be over 2,000 years old, Choimus predates Islam and has roots in Indo-Iranian traditions. However, it celebrates the victory of light over darkness and the renewal of life.The festival honors the Kalash pantheon of gods and spirits. With offerings made to Shomal (the supreme god), Jestak (the goddess of fertility), and Balomain (the protector god). The remarkable Choimus festival of th...

Tragic Tragedy As Attack on Police Headquarters in Tank District

15Dec

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Tragic Tragedy As Attack on Police Headquarters in Tank District

The police headquarters in Tank district came under attack by militants on Friday morning. Three policemen were martyred and two were injured in the exchange of fire. Moreover, the attackers were also killed in the retaliatory action by security forces. In a tragic incident today, three courageous policemen lost their lives, and two others sustained injuries during an attack on the local police headquarters in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Tank district. This shocking news comes as a stark reminder of the dangers our law enforcement officers face in the line of duty. Tank District Police Officer Iftikhar Ali Shah confirmed this heartbreaking development. He revealed that among the fallen heroes was a sub-inspector who had dedicated his life to protecting the community. The attack unfolded...

Pakistan Condemns Indian Supreme Court’s Kashmir Decision

12Dec

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Pakistan Condemns Indian Supreme Court’s Kashmir Decision

The Pakistani government has strongly condemned the recent verdict delivered by India's Supreme Court regarding the status of Kashmir. Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani denounced the decision as "a travesty of justice" based on distorted historical arguments. Pakistan's caretaker Foreign Minister, Jalil Abbas Jilani, has strongly criticized the recent decision by the Indian Supreme Court to uphold the 2019 revocation of occupied Jammu and Kashmir status. In a press conference, Mr. Jilani condemned the ruling, calling it a product of a "pliant judiciary" and asserting that it holds no legal significance. Mr. Jilani expressed Pakistan's longstanding stance on the Kashmir dispute. He emphasized that the decision did not recognize the internationally disputed nature of the region. He ...

Nishat Linen Unveils New Outlet at Kartarpur Corridor

28Nov

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Nishat Linen Unveils New Outlet at Kartarpur Corridor

Nishat Linen, a leading Pakistani textile brand, has opened its new outlet at the Kartarpur corridor. The outlet is located at the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib complex. Moreover, it will offer a wide range of Nishat's products, including bed linen, towels, and home décor items. In a heartening development, Nishat Linen, a prominent Pakistani textile brand, has inaugurated its latest outlet at the Kartarpur corridor. It is Nestled within the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib complex. This outlet boasts an extensive array of Nishat's offerings, encompassing bed linen, towels, and home décor items. The Kartarpur Corridor is a 4.7-kilometre (2.9 mi) long corridor that connects Dera Baba Nanak Sahib in India to Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Pakistan. The corridor was opened in 2019 by Imran Khan. Moreover, it h...

Allama Iqbal: Unveiling the Genius and Visionary Leader

8Nov

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Allama Iqbal: Unveiling the Genius and Visionary Leader

Allama Iqbal is a famous poet and philosopher in Urdu and Persian. He made important contributions to literature and culture in South Asia. His writings still inspire and provoke thought in readers, making him a respected figure in literature and leadership. In the heart of South Asia, the spirit of Allama Iqbal—a poet, philosopher, and dreamer—touches the sky. This man of words began his journey in the world of learning at the young age of five. His curious mind was nurtured by the wisdom of the Quran. His father, a humble tailor, saw the spark in his son and set him on a path of education that would illuminate his future. With a mind that danced fluently across languages—Urdu, Persian, English, Arabic, and German. Iqbal spoke to hearts in many tongues, weaving his thoughts into th...