Patriarchy vs Matriarchy: Pros and Cons
If you know about different cultures, you would be aware of the varying social systems. History shows the existence of a system governed by women, respected by all genders. This situation is Matriarchy. But, the tide started to shift towards male dominance. The governance of a social group, community, and state is patriarchy. People expect […]
Superwoman – Breaking the Myths and Handed-Down Opinions
Becoming a strong and superwoman is following an arduous list of rules & techniques. Rather, it is an amalgam of resilience, patience, and the will to beat the odds. Being a wonder woman no more reflects the cliche swords clad woman. Infact, it has become about all mundane tasks managing through multitasking. Superwoman has this […]
Everything You Need to Know About Altered State of Consciousness
You may have heard that the act of dreaming is a result of our subconscious mind. It involves rapid eye movement. Hallucinations, trance, hypnosis, and daydreaming are somewhat related concepts. So, they are all affiliated with our conscious minds. In other words, these notions are an altered state of consciousness. Therefore, it can be spontaneous […]
Emerging Stand Up Comedians in Pakistan
The ability to make good jokes, spontaneous humor and brilliant stage theatrics are a few of the most essential ingredients of a good stand-up comedian. Pakistan is blessed with some mind-blowing comedians who always make the audience laugh hard with their fantastic performances. Related: Emerging comedic talent of Pakistan Stand-up Comedians in Pakistan Who Make […]
Makli Necropolis: One of the Largest Necropolis in the World
When it comes to going places, historical areas, monuments, museums attract the tourists more because there is a lot to learn from there. Every ancient structure or any necropolis preserved over the years has some story connected to it. In fact, some places have such sights that the moment you see them you know there […]
Pakistani Short Film Mulaqat is Nominated for Prestigious Venice Film Festival
Pakistani short film, Mulaqaat has been selected to be screened at the 78th Venice film festival. Mulaqaat is 20 minutes long short film featuring Parizae Fatima and Hamza Mushtaq and directed by Seemab Gul, who was also the lady behind bringing this short film to a prestigious film festival. Related: Pakistan Calling Film Festival […]
Gandhara Civilization in Taxila: Yearning for Preservation
In Taxila Pakistan, archeologists have found artifacts belonging to the Gandhara civilization. This particular culture existed around 3000 years ago. It belonged to a city named ‘Takshashila’ or ‘Taksasila’ from where the name of ‘Taxila’ evolved. These artifacts are at the National Museum, located in Karachi, Pakistan. Taxila is in Northern Pakistan and is a […]
Tent Pegging: One of the Popular Equestrian Sport
Tent Pegging is a popular sport played through the use of horses and pegs. To play this game, a person should be an expert horse rider. Overview Many professions include training sessions for the development of horse riding skills. For instance, military personnel train to ride a horse without any fear. Same is the case […]
Do “Unethical” Clothes Incite Sexual Harassment?
Sexual Harassment means unwanted physical advances towards a person. This act can humiliate a person’s dignity. It can result in life-long mental and physical health issues for the victim. Sexual Harassment and Violence in Pakistan Violence, discrimination, and sexual harassment are some of the top trending topics in Pakistan. The media regularly reports cases of […]
Remembering 33 Years of ‘Entanglement’ with Strings Band From Indian Music Industry to Coke Studio
The manner in which the Strings band took the world by surprise with their debut album is equivalent to the shock the team has given with their announcement of concluding Strings band on March 25th, 2021. The musical journey that started in the year 1988 gave their fans some worth-remembering songs and albums loved across […]
Authentic Pakistani Tea – The Way Pakistanis Drink Chai
Life does not seem to be moving in the right direction without a nice cup of chaitea. Chaa Peeso is an expression that is used almost every day by individuals of varying professions and this indicates the significance that this drink possesses in every field of life. If you have not tasted tea before then […]
Top 10 Desi Struggles Every New Pakistani Bride Goes Through
Hey girls! Many of you would have landed on this page to become more aware regarding all the struggles that you have to go through for arranging as well as moving on with a perfect marriage. Well, the article is just meant for you as we elaborate the top 10 struggles that every new Pakistani […]
Bhong Mosque: A Beauteous and Dazzling Architectural Vision
Bhong is a small town situated in Rahim Yar Khan District, and is 200 km away from Bhawalpur. In this unsusceptible place stands the Bhong Mosque that is like no other in Pakistan! The Construction of Bhong Mosque The town as well as Bhong Mosque was built by Sardar Raees Ghazi Muhammad. He was an […]
Hammal and Mahganj
Hammal and Mahganj is a Baluchi folk tale which portrays one man’s sacrifice for his religion and his people. The Historic Port of Kalmat Ruled by Sardar Jaihand On the coast of Makran, there is a very old port called ‘Kalmat’. It was quite famous in Baluchistan due to its greenery. The ruler of […]
Ali Mardan Khan and the Lamia
A Pakistani Folk Tale about Ali Mardan Khan Folk tales are stories that for centuries have been preserved orally, being handed down generation after generation, as there was no other means of safekeeping them. Folk tales are not only entertaining and engaging, but they are an invaluable method to pass along traditions, reiterate cultural and […]
70 Decades Old Shah Allah Ditta Village and Buddhist Caves
Shah Allah Ditta Village: A Picturesque Historical Place Strikingly, the old village is titled after a well known Mughal Dervish Shah Allah Ditta and holds a significant presence for its evergreen historical background and beauty that overflows like a river. The age of this village is over seven hundred years and it has been utilized […]
The Missionary Musician Par Excellence – Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan: The Legendary Qawwal Born on 13th October 1948; Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan became the torch-bearer of Qawwali; the one who popularized the art form that was little known in the West and took it to a whole new level. He was the greatest Qawwal the world had ever seen […]
Wonders of Pakistan Showcased at Google Cultural Institute
The Google Cultural Institute In 2011 Google initiated this highly interactive forum which is providing people all over the world the opportunity to digitally preserve their cultural heritage for the future generations as well as to reach out to a wider audience. The institute has a collection of around six million objects from over a […]