Karachi, Pakistan- April 2026: Renowned designer and cultural icon HSY (Hassan Sheheryar Yasin) is set to speak at the prestigious Pakistan Conference at Harvard 2026, taking place on April 12, 2026 at Harvard University. Recognized as the largest Pakistan-focused conference in North America, the event convenes global leaders, policymakers, and thought leaders to engage in […]
Cultural heritage
Volunteers work to restore Gaza historic Great Omari Mosque library
Gaza City is witnessing a painstaking effort to salvage cultural heritage after the Great Omari Mosque library, one of the oldest libraries in the Palestinian territories, was severely damaged during the war that erupted in October 2023. Volunteers are working amidst rubble and dust to restore what remains of the collection. Read More: Historic Bannu library awaits revival […]
Dubai preserves Ramadan tradition with daily cannon blasts
DUBAI — As Ramadan approaches, residents and visitors in Dubai continue to experience a centuries-old tradition: announcing iftar with cannon fire. While many Pakistani cities such as Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad have seen the pre-dawn drumbeats of sehri fade from urban life, Dubai has maintained its historic ritual throughout the holy month. Read More: Eid […]
CM Maryam Nawaz marks Basant with the official anthem #PhirAaiBasant
The Government of Punjab has released the official Basant anthem #PhirAaiBasant, marking the recognition of Basant as a cultural tradition in the province under the leadership of CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz. The initiative reflects a cultural vision long associated with Nawaz Sharif, centered on the preservation of Punjab’s heritage and shared traditions. The release of […]
Kalash tribe celebrates ancient Chawmos festival in Chitral
ISLAMABAD: The Kalash tribe in Chitral valley has begun its annual Chawmos festival, an ancient winter celebration that attracts both local and foreign tourists. The festival, which lasts for two weeks, combines traditional rituals, music, dance, and feasting, preserving the unique culture of Pakistan’s smallest minority community. Read More: Chomos — the longest and most […]
Karachi Bar Association to protest against Karoonjhar Hills cutting
KARACHI: The Karachi Bar Association (KBA) has announced a protest against the ongoing cutting of Karoonjhar Hills in Tharparkar, calling for the preservation of the ancient heritage site. Read More: Amir Nawaz Warraich re-elected as Karachi Bar Association President The association will organize a rally on November 26, 2025, starting from the City Court at 11:30 a.m. […]
Colombia recovers artefacts from San Jose
Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Thursday oversaw the recovery of historical artefacts from the 300-year-old shipwreck of the San Jose galleon. The operation, carried out aboard Colombian Navy vessels, included the extraction of a cannon, a porcelain cup, and ancient coins. Read More: Tragedy in colombia: 10 dead, 11 injured in university field trip bus crash […]
Hand-carved mountain museum becomes Chaman’s cultural gem
CHAMAN: In the heart of the Chaman mountain range, a remarkable museum has emerged, carved entirely by hand into the rugged hillside. What looks like a simple mountain from afar reveals five intricately sculpted rooms that showcase the region’s rich history and culture. The museum, the vision of local resident Ibrahim Khan, combines heritage with […]
Gazans begin restoring historic Pasha Palace after war damage
Gaza City workers have begun restoring the historic Pasha Palace Museum damaged during two years of fighting. Over 70% of the palace’s buildings were destroyed, and thousands of artefacts disappeared. UNESCO identified the palace among 114 damaged heritage sites across Gaza. A dozen workers in high-visibility jackets manually cleared sand, rubble, and crumbling mortar from […]
Roma Riaz reclaims the sari as shared South Asian heritage
PHUKET – Representing Pakistan at the 74th Miss Universe pageant, Roma Riaz turned heads at the Moonlight Sky Gala Welcome Dinner this week — not just for her stunning silver-beige sari by designer Kanwal Malik, but for the powerful message that followed. Riaz’s choice of attire drew criticism from some online commentators who questioned why […]