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Benazir Bhutto, Only Pakistani featured in Madame Tussauds

9Jan

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Pakistan

Benazir Bhutto, Only Pakistani featured in Madame Tussauds

Like her name, she was one of a gem. Benazir Bhutto first woman who represented the country on the highest level. The legendary personal; it featured in Madame Tussauds in 2016. Benazir Bhutto, the iron lady of Pakistan who fought against poverty, oppression, and injustice. Her personality was so enlightening that authorities obey her quietly. First Muslim politician that rules a country being a president. She was the first lady who addressed to UN bravely and put her stance courageously. Even after 14 years of her merciless death, she is still remembered as the bravest and kindest lady in history. Born on June 21. 1953 in a prestigious family of Bhutto's. His father Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto was already a big name in politics at that time. She completed her education at Oxford Universit...

30Dec

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Culture, Pakistan

Traditional Caps worn by Pakistanis

Every country has unique dress code that makes them eccentric in the crowd. One of the main accessory is traditional caps or head wear. There are various cultural diversely styles of caps in Pakistan, famous in all kind of people. Pakistan is one of those countries that witnesses each kind of culture and traditions. Its colorful tradition is clearly visible in its dress code. Caps is one accessory that loved by both male and female equally. No festival or occasion is complete without its traditionally accurate cap. Pakistan has 4 provinces, each province and region has its own kind of traditional caps. People irrespective of their ethnicity, loves every kind of caps and wore them accordingly. Here are few caps that are common and famous in general public. We will discuss its for...

Basant, A dead Lahori tradition to welcome spring season

28Dec

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Basant, A dead Lahori tradition to welcome spring season

Sky of Lahore filled with colors and air with joyful screams is what we think of whenever the festival of Basant is talked about. A long lost tradition which is now a blurred memory for many people. If you are a 90s kid or more accurately a "Millennial", you certainly remember the Festival of Basant - A festival full of colors, fun, chaos and welcoming spring. It is one of the most beautiful memories for many people. The time when we filled our mouths with scrumptious food and flied kites with much enthusiasm. No fear of terrorism or inflation came in the way of this glee. A joyous festival of Basant was the highlight of Lahore. Alas now its just a slipping memory that new generation has not experienced. Basant, a kite flying festival started in Lahore. At the time of part...

Hafeez Jalandhari, National Anthem author forgotten by nation

25Dec

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Pakistan

Hafeez Jalandhari, National Anthem author forgotten by nation

Experimental, Classy, brave, and writer of National Anthem of Pakistan, Hafeez Jalandhari possesses a special place in our heart. But despite in the middle of city, his tomb is neglected by public. There are heroes who are remembered by fans for life. But few remain unnoticed or unrecognized in their lives. After their death people realize their greatness. But few are loved in their life but after their death they went into grave ignorance. One of such hero cum poet is Hafeez Jalandhari. He was the writer of Pakistan's National Anthem. Other than that he served Pakistan in so many ways. He was the freedom fighter who raised his voice against racial and religious violence through his poems and literature. Hafeez Jalandhari was born on 14th January, 1900 in Jalandhar, Punjab of...

Punjab Govt to renovate Pyala Lake near Ghazi Ghat

22Dec

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Pakistan

Punjab Govt to renovate Pyala Lake near Ghazi Ghat

CM Usman Buzdar announces the complete renovation of Pyala Lake near Ghazi Ghat, district DG Khan. These steps taken to preserve nature as well as increase tourism. Government of Pakistan is very keen in promoting tourism in country. They are taking each steps to lure foreign tourists in country. Indus river is one of the longest and fertile river in the country. It helps irrigation of thousands acres of land. On the same belt a beautiful and appealing lake is present. Due to its bowl shape and deep water body, known as Pyala Lake. You can find this lake near Dera Ghazi Khan belt of Indus River near Ghazi Ghat. Pyala Lake near Ghazi Ghat is also known as Ghazi Ghat Seasonal Lake as it becomes a water reservior only seasonaly during the monsoon season. Pyala Lake is one of the...