5 bizarre political moments that raised your eyebrows in 2016
- 31-Dec-2016
Politics in Pakistan is more about drama and less about politics and that’s what exactly we saw in the year 2016 too. We bet 2017 will not be any different…for sure. For now, here is a quick round-up of how our politicians made us wonder…Did actually vote for them??? When Khawaja Asif called […]
2016 in focus: A look back at top entertainment stories of Pakistan
- 27-Dec-2016
The current year is almost gone, and soon we will be welcoming an entirely fresh 2017 with hopes and lots of dreams. The year 2016 has, so far, been a promising year for the entertainment industry in Pakistan during which we saw new film releases, prestigious international awards and some great performances. Here’s a look […]
General Qamar Javed Bajwa gets Pakistan army’s baton of command
- 29-Nov-2016
RAWALPINDI: The baton of succession, the ‘Malacca Cane’ has been passed. General Raheel Sharif on Tuesday handed over the command of Pakistan army to Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa. General Bajwa took charge as the 16th army chief of the world’s sixth-largest army by troop numbers in a formal colourful handover. […]
When stars came down for premiere celebrations of ‘Dobara Phir Se’ in Karachi
- 24-Nov-2016
KARACHI: The sky above the city was certainly clear Wednesday night because almost all the stars were walking on the red carpet premiere of Mehreen Jabbar’s heavily anticipated Pakistani film ‘Dobara Phir Se’ with a high-glam glitz. The red carpet film premiere held at Nueplex Cinema Karachi where leading actors of the film including Hareem […]
Change of command to bring new army chief on November 29
- 22-Nov-2016
RAWALPINDI: Arrangements to welcome new army chief begins in the garrison city after Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Raheel Sharif began a round of farewell visits on Monday, damping speculation he might receive an extension when his three-year term ends this month. Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif had named the then Lieutenant-General Raheel Sharif, […]
Abdul Sattar Edhi – The Incomparable
- 09-Jul-2016
Some People called him saint some mad. For the world, he was the founder of a global charity, but for Pakistan, he was just EDHI. The heart which was feeling the pain of ailing humanity, stopped to beat yesterday- Edhi is no more with us.
Happy Cake Day Chief! At 60 you are still young
- 16-Jun-2016
KARACHI: Sometimes in life, you need someone to encourage you and keep you focused despite tough situations. Pakistan would not wait for a second to propose General Raheel Sharif’s name as its source of inspiration and courage.
10 fantastic tips to stay healthy and active this Ramazan
- 06-Jun-2016
KARACHI: Ramazan is finally here...Can you imagine! A whole year has just gone. Wow, time flies. I hope you all got enough time to prepare for the holy month.
World No Tobacco Day 2016: Keep trying, quit today
- 31-May-2016
KARACHI: This year’s initiative by the World Health Organization (WHO) insists on keeping (standardized) packaging of tobacco products plain and simple. The main idea is to discourage people from using tobacco by preventing advertising and promotion, limiting misleading packaging through using colours and enhancing health warnings.
Menstrual Hygiene Day: Breaking Taboos in South Asia
- 28-May-2016
While across the world, people are talking about periods and celebrating the ‘International Menstrual Hygiene Day’ today, women in the South Asian region are still in the process of breaking the silence over a taboo subject.