Despite a promising start, how did the Pakistani space program face setbacks?
- 26-Aug-2023
After the success of India’s Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission, while celebrations are taking place in one neighboring country, Pakistan, on the other hand, has many people wondering: When will Pakistan finally conclude its space experiment? In the last few days, an image from 1962 has resurfaced on social media, depicting the Pakistani scientist conducting the country’s […]
Meet Alishba, an artist with Down Syndrome who opened a cafe in Karachi
- 26-Jun-2023
In the bustling city of Karachi, a unique cafe has emerged, blending fusing the flavours of innovation and inclusivity. Meet Alishba Aminuddin, a gifted artist with Down Syndrome, who defies societal norms and expectations by opening her own Art ń Cafe. This extraordinary enterprise serves as a symbol of empowerment and advocacy for people with […]
From a Village Without Girls' School to District Council Membership
- 13-Jun-2023
In a remote area located approximately 45 kilometers away from Dadu, there exists a neglected region called Wahi Pandi. Deprived of basic necessities, this community has been overshadowed by the lack of essential services. However, amidst these challenges, a remarkable girl named Kanwal Qadir has emerged as a beacon of hope. Not only was she […]
The Story Behind the Viral Hit 'Hum Sindh Mein Rehne Wale Sindhi'
- 16-May-2023
In the age of viral sensations and social media, Mumtaz Ali Chandio, better known as Mumtaz Molai, has emerged as a rising star from Interior Sindh. His soulful rendition of the song “Hum Sindh Mein Rehne Wale Sindhi” has taken the internet by storm, propelling him from being a renowned singer in his local region […]
Tackling Plastic Waste with Sustainable Construction
- 03-May-2023
As the world grapples with the growing problem of plastic waste, one Karachi-based startup has taken a unique approach to tackle the issue while simultaneously promoting sustainable construction. Bigger Bricks, founded by housewife Majeda Muhammad and her engineer husband, aims to recycle plastic waste and turn it into large bricks that can be used for […]
From classroom to counter: The story of a teacher-turned-shopkeeper
- 09-Feb-2023
A small shop in the heart of the city is not just another ordinary shop, it’s a place where you can find a woman with a heart full of kindness, courage and determination. Mrs. Safia Sohail, a retired English teacher, who spent 11 long years teaching and molding the young minds, has now added another […]
Bees, Business, and Bonding: A Mother-Daughter Partnership in the World of Honey Production
- 20-Jan-2023
The Hunza-born ambitious entrepreneur Nosheen Barkat is a founder of the local honey brand ‘Asqurr’. Nosheen works tirelessly to empower women in her community through honey bee farming with her mother. Nosheen comes from a family of beekeepers, realized the potential of honey bee farming as a means of empowering women and decided to take […]
This place in Karachi will give your old leather jacket 'A New Life'
- 01-Dec-2022
Wearing a leather jacket is very common in the winter season, while there are various leather jacket stores in Karachi, there is one in Saddar where worn-out coats are transformed into new ones. Usually, customers don’t know about this place as it is located on the second floor of Zainab Market, Saddar. This place looks […]
Ismail Tara - the shining star of comedy
- 25-Nov-2022
Renowned Pakistani artist and comedian Ismail Tara passed away at the age of 73. According to his family, the actor was admitted to a private hospital three days ago and died due to kidney failure. Born in Karachi, on November 16, 1949, Tara started working when he was in his early teens. He was the […]
Who was the young Qatari boy at the FIFA World Cup 2022 opening ceremony?
- 22-Nov-2022
At the opening ceremony of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, Hollywood star Morgan Freeman shared the stage with a young physically-challenged Qatari boy, who captured the world’s attention with his inspiring speech and Quranic recitation. “We sent out the call, because everyone is welcome. This is an invitation to the whole world,” said the young […]