Lahore came alive with glitz, color, and celebration during the recent Basant festival and actress Durefishan Saleem couldn’t hide her awe. The 30-year-old As Sher actress shared her reflections on Instagram, recalling her childhood memories while embracing the city’s vibrant energy. “Made it to Lahore for a few hours just because my FOMO wouldn’t let […]
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Durefishan Saleem celebrates Lahore’s vibrant Basant festival
LAHORE – Lahore came alive in a kaleidoscope of colors, kites, and festive energy during the recently celebrated Basant festival, and actress Durefishan Saleem couldn’t help but express her admiration. Read More: Dur-e-Fishan Saleem marks 30th birthday with gratitude amid loss The 30-year-old star of As Sher shared her reflections on Instagram, recalling childhood memories while […]
The three-day Basant festival concluded in Lahore
LAHORE: The three-day Basant festival concluded in Lahore on Monday, marking the return of the historic kite-flying celebration after more than two decades under strict safety regulations. Read More: Basant extended till 5am as Lahore celebrations continue citywide The festival transformed the provincial capital into a vibrant spectacle, as people of all ages gathered on […]
Stars add glamour as basant revives Lahore spirit
Lahore’s skies turned lively and colorful as the three-day Basant festival returned after more than two decades, filling the city with excitement, cultural pride, and renewed festive energy. The revival brought families, youth, and visitors onto rooftops and streets, where kite flying, music, and laughter dominated the atmosphere. Moreover, the celebrations reflected Lahore’s deep-rooted traditions […]
One killed, five injured in kite-flying incidents as Basant festival kicks off
A man lost his life, and at least five others were injured in separate kite-flying-related incidents across Lahore, rescue officials said on Friday. Basant festival began in Lahore shortly after midnight on Thursday, following Punjab’s formal lift of a more than 20-year ban, with authorities claiming strict safety measures to prevent accidents linked to kite […]
Lahore revives Basant amid tight security and soaring prices
Lahore awoke on Friday to a burst of colour as Basant returned to the city after nearly two decades, with vibrant kites dotting the winter sky and residents eager to relive one of Punjab’s most cherished cultural traditions. The long-awaited revival has drawn large crowds from across the country and abroad, filling hotels and guest […]
Lahore safari zoo comes alive for three-day basant festival
Lahore Safari Zoo has been adorned with colourful kites and decorations as the Punjab Wildlife Department prepares to host a three-day Basant Festival, reviving the traditional celebration after 25 years. Organisers plan to fly giant kites measuring up to 30 feet, alongside a range of entertainment including puppet shows, Wild on Beat performances, music […]
Basant returns to Lahore as markets thrive despite rising costs
Basant fever has once again swept across Lahore, as streets and rooftops fill with colorful kites and excited crowds, creating a festive mood that connects tradition with modern city life. Meanwhile, Mochi Gate has emerged as the busiest marketplace, where buyers from different parts of the city gather to purchase kites and strings, despite growing […]
Lahore sees kite sales soar ahead of Basant festival
LAHORE: Kite sales and string trade have surged in Lahore as the city gears up for the annual Basant festival, with vendors reporting record demand across markets. Malik Faizan, legal advisor for the Kite Flying Association (KFA), said that on the first day alone, around 400,000 kites were sold. In addition, 15,000 spools of kite […]
Lahore to observe five consecutive holidays starting from february 4
The Punjab government has announced five consecutive public holidays in Lahore from February 4 to February 8, giving residents a rare extended break filled with religious observance, national remembrance, and cultural celebration. According to the official schedule, the holidays will begin on February 4 with Shab-e-Barat, followed by a national holiday on February 5 to […]