Peace has taken a backseat By: Rahmat Shafique on February 17, 2019Absence of war is peace for any nation. Peace is healthy for everyone as it gives wings to positive thoughts, whereas war gives birth to negativity often making people fed up of life. Peace is the concept of harmonious well-being and freedom from hostile aggression. In a social sense, peace is commonly used to mean a lack of conflict and freedom from fear of violence between individuals or … [Read more...] about Peace has taken a backseat
Overcoming challenges By: Shakeel Phullan on February 17, 2019"Mom? Dad? Please end the discussion now. It is unbearable for me to face such mountainous challenges in my life. I'm a student, not a machine to remember all of the information which the book contains and also explain it to thousands of people confidently," Shakeel rejected his parents when they told him to take part in a book presentation forum at district level. "Relax! If today you are afraid … [Read more...] about Overcoming challenges
Mirza Ghalib remembered on 150th death anniversary By: News Desk on February 17, 2019The 150th death anniversary of legendary poet Mirza Ghalib was observed by poetry lovers on Friday. One of the greatest poets of Urdu, Mirza Ghalib's real name was Asadullah Khan. He was born in December, 1797 in Agra to Abdullah Baig. Ghalib married Umrao Begum, daughter of Mirza Elahi Bukhsh Khan Maaroof at the age of 13. He became a permanent resident of Delhi soon after his marriage. The … [Read more...] about Mirza Ghalib remembered on 150th death anniversary
Depicting the importance of women in society By: Saira Agha on February 16, 2019Seasoned watercolourist, city and landscapist Mahboob Ali held a solo show painting exhibition with the theme of depiction of mythological characters and dreams of peace at the Oyster Art Galleries that opened on Thursday and will conclude on Monday, but the paintings will still be available for purchase at the art gallery's premises. The price range is between Rs 30,000 to Rs 100,000. "I … [Read more...] about Depicting the importance of women in society
Gama Pehalwan — the undefeated star By: Tania Qureshi on February 16, 2019Today, let me take you to a famous but forgotten legend of Lahore, Gama Pehalwan, a wrestler! He was known all over the world as Rustam-e-Hind (Champion of India) and Rustam-e-Zamana (Champion of the Universe) because of his wrestling skills which were matchless in those times. He was such a celebrated and renowned wrestler that these titles given to Gama Pehalwan cannot do justice in describing … [Read more...] about Gama Pehalwan — the undefeated star
Korea to support Pakistan in preserving its heritage By: Staff Report on February 16, 2019South Korean Ambassador Kwak Sung-kyu on Friday re-emphasised the importance of promoting cultural ties between the two friendly countries. He also stressed for reviewing the co-projects that were completed in the last two years such as Gandhara Art Exhibition titled Alexander the Great Meets Buddha and a seminar titled Hyecho in Gandhara - Footsteps of a Korean Monk in Pakistan in the 8th … [Read more...] about Korea to support Pakistan in preserving its heritage
French youth avail 500 euro credit for culture app from govt on February 16, 2019Young people in five French departments are to be given a free "culture pass" app pre-loaded with 500 euros worth of credit each, to improve their access to cultural and artistic activities in their area. Young people aged 18 in the Bas-Rhin, Finistère, Hérault, Seine-Saint-Denis and French Guiana are currently eligible for the 500 euros voucher: around 12,600 young people in total. The new scheme … [Read more...] about French youth avail 500 euro credit for culture app from govt
Lovesick on Valentine’s? Museum of broken hearts has the antidote By: AFP on February 15, 2019Even some couples sought out an unorthodox way to celebrate Valentine's at Zagreb's Musem of Broken Relationships Forget romantic dinners and roses, the place to be on Valentine's Day is Zagreb's Museum of Broken Relationships, a paean to personal objects and stories of heartbreak. From a toaster to an exercise bike and a pair of lacy bras, the small museum imbues seemingly ordinary objects … [Read more...] about Lovesick on Valentine’s? Museum of broken hearts has the antidote
Voice — power, force and impact By: Jovera Shakeel on February 15, 2019I have often pondered over an old saying which says, "Be a voice, not an echo."Interestingly enough, the practicality of this is slim in a world where ambition is barred by competition and success is riddled with obstacles. A question we must ask ourselves is, why do we choose to remain silent even though the human voice is the most perfect instrument of all? The struggle for Pakistan was based on … [Read more...] about Voice — power, force and impact
Landscape painting exhibition displaying works of students held at Alhamra By: Agencies on February 15, 2019To highlight the talent of young fine arts students from different universities, a painting competition was held at the Alhamra Cultural Complex, Qaddafi Stadium. The competition was organised by the Lahore Arts Council with aim to promote the talent of fine arts students and to encourage their painting skills. The competition was sponsored by Master Paints which provided students the easels, … [Read more...] about Landscape painting exhibition displaying works of students held at Alhamra
