Dubai Expo 2020 kicks off
Dubai: The United Arab Emirates spent eight years and billions of dollars turning 1,080 acres of Dubai desert into the site of Expo 2020, the...
World Maritime Day Being Celebrated Today
Islamabad: World Maritime Day 2021 is being observed on Thursday with the theme ‘Seafarers at the core of Shipping’s Future’. In his message, Chief of...
Today Is World Heart Day
Web Desk: We’re often told that regular exercise is great for our health – particularly preventing major diseases like cardiovascular disease. But does that mean...
Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) Observed With Due Solemnity
Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and his devoted companions was observed with due solemnity on Tuesday. To pay tribute to martyrs of Karbala, mourning...
Urs Of Hazrat Data Ganj Baksh Commences In Lahore
Lahore: The three-day urs of Hazrat Ali Bin Usman Data Ganj Bakhsh has begun in Lahore. Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar will visit the Data...
Veteran Actor Talat Iqbal Passes Away
Renowned film and TV star Talat Iqbal has passed away in the US, Iqbal’s family confirmed on Friday. The actor was reportedly hospitalised in Dallas,...
Annual Urs of Hazrat Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai Begins
BHITSHAH: The celebrations of the 278th anniversary of the great Sufi saint and poet of Sindh Hazrat Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai have started in Bhitshah...
95th Birth Anniversary of Malika-e-Tarannum Noor Jahan Being Observed
Malika-e-Tarannum Noor Jahan also known the queen of melody and has had voices of sentiments and feelings as her fans are celebrating 95th birthday today. Noor...
International Democracy Day Observed
ISLAMABAD: International Democracy Day observed today (Wednesday) to raise public awareness about the democratic system. The United Nations Secretary General António Guterres, in his message...
56th Martyrdom Anniversary of Major Raja Aziz Bhatti Being Observed Today
ISLAMABAD: The 56th Martyrdom Anniversary of Major Raja Aziz Bhatti Shaheed, Nishan-e-Haider, is being observed today. He was born in Hong Kong in 1928 and...
Pakistani Peacekeeper Embraces Martyrdom
RAWALPINDI: One Pakistani peacekeeper embraced martyrdom while on duty in Darfur. According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lance Naik Adil Jan, FC Balochistan...
21st Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks Being Observed
NEW YORK: This day marks 21 years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, during which thousands of New Yorkers lost their lives, and the area...
Senior Journalist Rahimullah Yusufzai Passes Away
PESHAWAR: Senior journalist and columnist Rahimullah Yusufzai passed away in Peshawar on Thursday after protracted illness. He was 66 and was suffering from cancer. Rahimullah...
New Island Appears In The Sea Near Kund Malir Beach In Balochsitan,
QUETTA: A new island has appeared in the sea near Kund Malir beach in Balochsitan, it emerged on Thursday. The Islands had emerged at the...
Navy Day Being Celebrated Across The Country Today
Islamabad: Navy day is being celebrated across the country with national zeal and fervor. In a message in connection with the day, Naval Chief Admiral...
Death Anniversary Of Ashfaq Ahmad Being Observed Today
The 17th death anniversary of eminent writer, playwright and broadcaster Ashfaq Ahmad is being observed on Tuesday. Ashfaq Ahmad wrote dozens of TV dramas and...
Air Force Day Being Observed Today With National Zeal
Islamabad: Air Force Day is being observed today (Tuesday) with national zeal to commemorate the dexterity and valour of the defenders of air space of...
Defence and Martyrs’ Day Being Observed
ISLAMABAD: Defence and Martyrs’ Day is being observed today to pay tributes to the martyrs and Ghazis and reaffirm commitment to defend the motherland against...
Junaid Jamshed Remembered on his 57th Birth Anniversary
WEB DESK: The 57th birth anniversary of singer-turned-preacher Junaid Jamshed observed today (September 3). ‘Dil Dil Pakistan’ fame Junaid Jamshed was born in Karachi on...
Hurriyat Leader Syed Ali Gilani Passes Away
SRINAGAR: Veteran Hurriyat leader Syed Ali Gilani passed away in Srinagar today. According to Kashmir Media Service, he has passed away later this evening, a...
DG ISPR Pays Tributes to Martyrs, Ghazis, Releases Sixth Video
RAWALPINDI: Director General Inter Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Major General Babar Iftikhar on Wednesday paid tributes to the martyrs, ghazis and their loved ones...
PAF Releases Second Episode Of Defence Day Documentary
Islamabad: The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) on Wednesday released the second episode of the short documentary being released in series on the occasion of Defence...
Lady Diana’s 24th Death Anniversary Being Observed Today
LONDON: Late British princess, Lady Diana’s 24th death anniversary is being observed today. The mystery of her death in an accident could not be solved....
Pilot Maqsood Gets Award For Handling Crisis at Kabul Airport
KARACHI: President Arif Alvi on Tuesday awarded a presidential gold medal to a PIA pilot Maqsood Bajrani for his presence of mind when he decided...
ISPR Releases New Video Ahead of Defence Day
RAWALPINDI: Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) has released a video paying tribute to the families of the martyrs ahead of the Defence and Martyrs Day...
Holy Kaaba Washed With Rose Water, Zamzam Water
Riyadh: Prince Khalid washed the Kaaba from inside with a mixture that consists of the finest rose water and Zamzam water. President of the General...
PAF Releases Short Documentary on Rashid Minhas Martyrdom Day
ISLAMABAD: To pay homage to Pakistan’s valiant son and the youngest recipient of Nishan-e-Haider, Pilot Officer Rashid Minhas Shaheed, the Directorate General Public Relations of...
Rashid Minhas Shaheed Being Remembered Today
The 50th martyrdom anniversary of Nishan-i-Haider recipient Rashid Minhas is being observed today (Friday). Born on February 17 1951, he remains the youngest officer to receive...
PFF Chairperson Muhammad Ali Shah Passes Away
KARACHI: Pakistan Fisherfolk Forum (PFF) chairperson Mohammad Ali Shah, who spent his life fighting for the rights of fishermen, passed following Covid-related complications. He was...
24th Death Anniversary of Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan Observed
KARACHI: The 24th death anniversary of Shahenshah-e-Qawwal Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan observed on Monday. Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan was born on 13th October...
Google Marks Pakistan’s Independence Day With Doodle
Google has commemorated Pakistan’s Independence Day with a doodle artwork that depicted the medieval Derawar Fort located in Punjab’s Cholistan Desert. The tech giant said,...
Nation Celebrates Independence Day
ISLAMABAD: The nation celebrates Independence Day on Saturday with renewed resolve to work with the spirit of Pakistan Movement to make the country a true...
Nazia Hassan’s 21st Death Anniversary Observed
The 21st death anniversary of Pakistani pop queen Nazia Hassan observed across the country and music-lovers around the world. The renowned singer passed away almost...
Pakistan Navy Releases Special Promo On Independence Day
Islamabad: Pakistan Navy released special promo on Independence Day. The promo titled ” پاکستان تیرے لیے دل ایک ہوا” is a beautiful reflection of interfaith...
Preparations in Full Swing to Celebrate Independence Day Tomorrow
KARACHI: Preparations are in full swing to celebrate the Independence Day on Saturday in a befitting manner across Pakistan, including Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir. Buildings...
Pakistan Sets World Record By Planting 50,000 Saplings in One Minute
Pakistan has set a world record by planting 50,000 saplings in one minute in Gujranwala, Punjab. As per details, 13,000 students in Gujranwala planted 50,000...
Hanif Muhammad’s 5th Death Anniversary Observed
The fifth death anniversary of Pakistani legendary cricketer Hanif Mohammad marked on Wednesday. Hanif famously known in the cricketing world as the ‘Little Master’ —...
Death Anniversary Of Dr. Ruth Pfau Being Observed Today
Karachi: The fourth death anniversary of Dr. Ruth Katherina Martha Pfau, who devoted more than 55 years of her life to fighting leprosy in Pakistan,...
Martyrdom Day of Hazrat Umar RA Being Observed Today
WEB DESK: The day of martyrdom of one of the most trusted companions of Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) Hazrat Umar Farooq Razi...
Muharramul Haram Moon Sighted, Ashura on August 19
LAHORE: The Muharramul Haram crescent has been sighted and Youm-e-Ashur will be observed on August 19 (Thursday), the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee announced on Thursday. The...
410 Kashmiris Martyred Since Narendra Modi’s Illegal Act of Aug 5
SRINAGAR: Two years has been completed since India revoked the special status in Illegally Occupied jammu and Kashmir (IOJK) as the people of Kashmir observe...
Tourists Visit To Hazara and Malakand divisions Break All Previous Record
PESHAWAR :Tourists in millions thronged to scenic resorts of Hazara and Malakand divisions of KP, causing rush of people and vehicles besides generating around Rs...
Pakistan Navy Participates In Russian Naval Parade In St Petersburg
A Pakistan Navy ship participated in the Russian Navy Day Parade, which was held in St Petersburg on Sunday. Russian President Vladimir Putin inspected the...
Veteran Actor Shahid Turns 71
LAHORE: Legendary Lollywood actor Shahid has turned 71 years old. Even today, his prolific style impresses everyone. He has distinguished himself from contemporary actors by...
Sheikh Rashid Buys Three Camels For Sacrifice
RAWALPINDI: Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid reached the cattle market to buy sacrificial animals. Sheikh Rashid had a good time with the businessmen. Interior Minister Sheikh...
Veteran Actor Nadeem Baig Turns 80 Today
One of the finest actors Pakistan has ever produced, Nadeem Baig has turned 80 today (Monday). Pakistan has produced many legendary actors and directors in...
Hajj Sermon 2021: O believers, Fear Allah Almighty By Obeying His Commands
MECCA: Sheikh Bandar Bin Abdulaziz Baleelah, urged people to follow Prophet’s (PBUH) teachings regarding pandemics, saying that the Prophet (PBUH) had asked people to not...
Annual Hajj rituals begin today with arrival of pilgrims in Mina
Annual Hajj rituals begin in Makkah today (Sunday) with the arrival of pilgrims in Mina. Due to coronavirus pandemic, no foreign pilgrims have been allowed...
Funeral Prayers For Former President Mamnoon Hussain Offered
KARACHI: Funeral prayers for former President of Pakistan Mamnoon Hussain, who passed away at the age of 80, were offered in Karachi. Former prime minister...
Kashmiris Observing Kashmir Martyrs Day Today
Islamabad: Kashmiris on both sides of the Line of Control (LoC) and world over are observing Kashmir Martyrs Day today to pay homage to martyrs...