Holi is celebrated by Hindus each year on the full moon day of the 12th month (Phagun) on the Hindu calendar. The tradition of throwing colors at one other started way back before India and Pakistan were two separate countries. The tradition of Holi began from the city of Multan at a time when the […]
The Church Choirs of Pakistan
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Christmas in Pakistan
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Sikh Community in Peshawar
Even though racism is at an all time high during this trying time. The Sikh and Christian community are still living peacefully in Pakistan. Promoting Inter-faith religious tolerance and showing the hidden side of diversity still existing in Pakistan – with acts of acceptance like these demonstrated in Peshawar, why can’t we do the same? […]
Friendship beyond faith
These two friends make beautiful music together and remind us that humanity is above all else. Related posts: Morali Laal : A Hindu living in Pakistan Sounds of Cholistan: The Marwari community of Pakistan Pakistan’s love with Qawali A tale of Hindu-Muslim friendship
A tale of Hindu-Muslim friendship
While Pakistan might not be the safest and most nurturing environment for it’s hindu minority population, these two girls studying at the government school in Southern Punjab, prove otherwise. Kashaf is a muslim, Rani is Hindu and they are best friends. The town of Ahmad Pur Sharkia located near Bahawalpur has an extensive hindu population. […]