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First Family Gur Festival Held in Abbottabad
News Desk
Abbottabad: The Agriculture Departments of Abbottabad and Mardan, in collaboration with Model Farm Services, organized the inaugural Family Gur (Jaggery) Festival at the Agriculture Department office in Abbottabad on Tuesday.…
Chitral, Swat Woolen Caps Spark Fashion Trend Across Pakistan
APP
Islamabad: Traditional woolen caps from Chitral, Swat, and Peshawar are experiencing a resurgence as a fashion trend, particularly among the younger generation in various Pakistani cities.
These vibrant, intricately designed caps…
The Hidden Cost of Warmth: Dry Fruit Prices Surge Across KP
Fakhar e Alam
Peshawar: On a foggy winter morning in Peshawar, Muhammad Zakir, a 58-year-old dry fruits trader, opens his shop in the bustling Firdus Bazaar.
Dressed in a traditional chaddar and a Chitrali woolen cap, Zakir…
South Punjab’s Hand Embroidery Weaves Bridal Dreams
Muhammad Atif Ismail
Multan: Dress enhances the wearer's appearance to exude confidence and grace by leaving an indelible impression on others, especially during festivities.
It is a silent but powerful expression of one’s identity…
Seraiki Music: A Timeless Symphony of Culture and Emotions
M Atif Ismail
Multan: Seraiki music stands as a profound embodiment of emotions, deeply intertwined with the rich poetry and traditions of South Punjab. While music in Pakistan enjoys universal appeal, Seraiki melodies hold a unique charm,…
Saag’s Role in South Punjab’s Winter Culture
M Atif Ismail
Multan: Seasonal cuisines bring more than just culinary pleasure—they are a thread that weaves together traditions, relationships, and communities. One such winter specialty is saag, a beloved dish in South Punjab,…
Taliban Ban Threatens Afghanistan’s Rubab Tradition
AFP/APP
Herat: In a cramped workshop in Herat, Afghan craftsman Sakhi meticulously shapes another rubab, Afghanistan's national instrument, despite the ongoing crackdown on music under the Taliban regime.
Sakhi, who has been crafting…
Blue Pottery: A Timeless Craft Facing Modern Challenges
M Atif Ismail
Multan: Despite its centuries-old roots and global recognition, Multan’s famed blue pottery and Kashigari (designing) profession are under significant threat due to rising costs, a lack of finances, and diminishing skilled…
Historical Mosque Restored to Glory in AJK
Iftikhar Ahmad
Multan: In a significant achievement for heritage conservation, a mosque with deep historical ties to renowned Sufi poet Hazrat Mian Muhammad Bakhsh has been meticulously restored to its original grandeur at Samwal Sharif…
Peshawar’s Qehwa: A Cultural Tradition in the Age of Social Media
APP
Peshawar: Despite the pervasive influence of social media, the centuries-old tradition of enjoying Qehwa (green tea) remains vibrant in Peshawar's iconic Qissa Khwani Bazaar.
Known as the "Street of Storytellers," this historic…