Peshawar: Twenty-eighth death anniversary of legendary poet, writer and critic of Urdu literature Farigh Bukhari was observed on Sunday. His real name was Ahmad Shah, and he was born in Peshawar on November 11, 1917. According to Radio Pakistan, Farigh Bukhari made significant contributions to literature and poetry, writing in
Lahore: Renowned television and stage comedian Javed Kodu passed away in Lahore last night after a protracted illness. He has been laid to rest at Singhpura Graveyard in Lahore. According to Radio Pakistan, Javed Kodu was celebrated for his roles in famous television plays such as Khawahish, Ainak Wala Jinn,
Islamabad: A high-level delegation comprising overseas Pakistanis, coordinated by the Overseas Pakistanis Foundation, visited the Lok Virsa Heritage Museum in Islamabad on Sunday. According to Radio Pakistan, during the visit, the delegation watched live musical performances by traditional drummers and folk artists. The visit also included an exploration of the
Islamabad: Punjab Disaster Management Authority has issued a heatwave alert, warning of extreme temperatures across the province. According to Radio Pakistan, a spokesman of the authority stated that the temperature in Southern Punjab areas is expected to remain six to eight degrees centigrade higher than usual. Meanwhile, in Upper Punjab
Islamabad: The first phase of the development fund for the Reko Diq project has been approved. With the support of the Special Investment Facilitation Council, the project has entered a new phase of practical progress. According to Radio Pakistan, the project, which boasts a free cash flow of 74 billion
Mirpur: The Azad Jammu and Kashmir Government has initiated the feasibility process for establishing an international airport in Mirpur. Addressing a function in Mirpur, AJK Minister for Physical Planning Yasir Sultan Chaudhry said that the city has a significant population of over a million UK-based Kashmiri expatriates. According to Radio
Gilgit: Government of Gilgit Baltistan has decided to adopt a modern financial system to promote transparency in all departments. According to Radio Pakistan, a meeting was held at Gilgit under the chairmanship of Secretary Finance Department Gilgit-Baltistan Aziz Ahmed Jamali. The meeting reviewed financial system and dashboard-based reforms.
Islamabad: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz met Vice President of Turkiye, Cevdet Yilmaz on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. Both the leaders discussed bilateral issues of interest and ways to boost cooperation. According to Radio Pakistan, the discussions centered on promoting Pak-Turkiye educational projects and exploring joint economic