On 29th December 2018, Pakistan’s first trans pride parade was held in Lahore to celebrate the landmark Transgender rights law passed earlier this year. The transgender community has historically been marginalized in Pakistan but this parade was a celebration of their identity, visibility and their progress. Related posts: Maati TV | Unsung Transgender Hero During […]
The Shaadi Diaries: Jawab-e-Shikwa
I left my last piece with the promise that I will talk about the preparations. And that’s precisely what I am going to do. I believe the preparation for marriage should be divided into two types: mental and physical. I took my time to deal with the mental aspect of it so that nothing feels […]
Things we want in 2019!
Pakistan has a long way to go yet but the youth has great expectations from the country. We asked millennials what they hope to achieve in 2019 and their hopes and wishes for Pakistan for the upcoming year. Let us know what you think in the comments below! Related posts: Maati Explains | Climate Change […]
Is Bulleh Shah for Everyone?
We went to Baba Bulleh Shah’s Mazar and found out that women were not allowed inside. Related posts: Women Volleyball Championships A virtual tour inside the future of Punjab Police Women of Hazara Town, Quetta The city of Pehalwans
The Church Choirs of Pakistan
Our religious identity and cultural identity are two separate things so this Christmas, find out a bit more about our Christian Pakistani brothers and sister. Related posts: Christmas in Pakistan Lahore is cultural and artistic hub of Pakistan Morali Laal : A Hindu living in Pakistan Sikh Community in Peshawar
Which Language Should Our Leaders Speak?
Have you ever given a thought to how language impacts our day to day dealings? What would you do if you did not have this tool to communicate with people? Remember a time when you were either traveling up North in Pakistan or perhaps out of the country? The feeling of finding someone who can […]
Take This Quiz To Find Out How Well You Understand Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment is a commonly occurring crime in Pakistan. Due to the “me too” movement, many people are starting to talk about it. The movement has opened up different aspects of the problem and come to terms with them. Often, at times, we get confused about an action and think whether or not to categorize ...
Take A Guess At Pakistan’s Political History
We all mess up our political history every now and then. Take this quiz to find out how well you know your Presidents and your Prime Ministers. If you get all right, mention your name in the comments below and we will give you a shoutout! Don’t forget to take a screenshot! Good luck! […]
The Shaadi Diaries: Shikwa
Don’t get me wrong. I cannot compete with our revolutionary poet, Sir Allama Muhammad Iqbal, and his ideas on Shikwa and Jawab e Shikwa but the words seemed perfect to describe my own journey of marriage. I wanted to share with you all how I came to terms with it and all that I ever felt […]
The story of Barood Khana Haveli
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