Gallery 6 presenting Sadequain’s Mystic Expression today

Calligraphic art, biographical notes and a collection of over 160 calligraphic paintings of renowned artist Sadequain are being presented at Gallery 6 here from...

X-ray machines dysfunctional at public hospitals

Not everyone can afford to have themselves treated in private clinics, but upon going to public hospitals in the capital city they learn the...

AIOU to start admissions to MBA from Aug 1

Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) is going to offer admissions in 3.5 years Master of Business Administration (MBA) with four specialisations (HRM, Marketing Management,...

Workshop series on gender equity from today

Individual Land Pakistan, a non-profit Organisation, is holding the first series of its workshops from July 25 to July 27, 2011, on sensitisation of...

Begging at traffic signals on the rise

The number of beggars is increasing in the federal capital while children and women can be seen at every traffic signal asking for alms....

‘We dig trenches in the day, locals fill them at night’

Thinking that trenches could protect the city against suicide vehicle attacks, the police have failed to conceptualise the reaction that may come from the...

Pirwadhai bus stand in a derelict state

Heaps of garbage and sewage gushing out of drains at the Pirwadhai bus stand is posing health hazards to the public while the authorities...

16th PTV Awards ceremony honours artists

Upholding its tradition of recognizing outstanding artists of the nation and nurturing creative talent in performing arts, the Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV) held a...

AIOU offers admissions to associate degree

Allama Iqbal Open University is going to offer Associate Degree in Commerce with specialization in Accounting and Finance, Banking and Finance, Marketing Management, Human...

Lack of cleanliness irks Bhara Kahu residents

Residents of Bhara Kahu are facing a lot of problems, as the authorities concerned seem least interested in cleaning the locality. The residents of...

Iquera exhibits contemporary designs on traditional cuts

Traditional embroideries, striking colour combinations, innovative designs and quality fabrics were put on display in an exhibition of women’s formal and casual wear by...

PAC board to revive cultural activities at Shakarparian

The Potohari Art and Craft (PAC) Board has decided to hold fortnightly festivals until the end of December in Shakarparian. The board meeting was...

FIA submits report on Musharraf’s property in ATC

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on Saturday submitted in the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) the details of movable and immovable property of former president Pervez...

Meat prices go up

Meat prices have increased in the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad and butchers fear that it will further go up in Ramazan. Butchers...

Safe, modern road network key to country’s development: PM

Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Saturday said safe and improved communication and proper road infrastructure is mandatory for the development of a...

Brick kiln owners stage protest

Brick kiln owners on Saturday staged a protest against the imposition of General Sales Tax (GST) on the brick industry. Holding placards and chanting...

Diabetics given advice for Ramadan

Senior consultants at Shifa International Hospital (SIH) urged people with diabetes to take extra care to manage their blood glucose levels in order to...