Pakistan is a land full of many inclusive narratives and that’s what makes it so beautiful. Swat valley was home to a thriving Buddhist civilization and they left behind some beautiful architectural landmarks including a relief sculpture of Buddha. This is the story of that sculpture and it’s restoration. This video is for informational purposes […]
Aurat March 2019
On 8th March 2019 women marched for freedom in Lahore, Islamabad and Karachi and it was a beautiful thing to be a part of. This video is for informational purposes only. No copyright infringement intended. Related posts: Maati Explains | Climate Change in Pakistan | Ep 1 Swat’s Buddhist History Maati TV | Climate Change […]
Aurat March – The Inside Story
It was the second consecutive year that women marched on the streets of Pakistan. Under the umbrella of Aurat March, women from all walks of life marched for their basic rights. If you compare the march with that of the last year, you will find a greater representation of women and support of the male […]
Sounds of South Punjab | Episode 2
Pakistan has a diverse culture and nothing is a greater testament to that diversity than our music. Various regions of the country have a distinct musical style that has been kept alive by our folk musicians. In this web series, we explore the musical sounds of South Punjab and the local musicians behind it. Related […]
Take This Quiz To Find Out How Much You Know About Anarkali
I am sure many of you residents of Lahore are quite familiar with the Anarkali bazaar. A place as old as time. The market dates back to 200 years and remains one of the oldest surviving markets in South Asia. Many say that the bazaar got its name from the nearby mausoleum thought to be that of a courtesan girl...
Is Mainstream Education Killing Our Creativity?
Ever since I can remember, books surrounded me. So much so that past the piles and piles of undiscovered stories, I could not hear the outside world. Especially, when my Amma called for me. I was deeply mesmerized by the beautiful mythological characters. But more so, I was in awe of how a few words can […]
What Do You Think Of The Saudi Crown Prince’s Visit To Pakistan? Take This Poll!
The recent visit by the Saudi Crown Prince, Muhammad Bin Salman (MBS), has been debated a lot. While many have welcomed the investments in the economy, there has been critique as well. The welcoming comments highlight how investments expand to several sectors including a preferential trade agreement (PTA) to promote bilateral trade and investment, and the signing […]
It Is National Women’s Day And Here’s Why We Celebrate It
Have you ever heard of the National Women’s Day in Pakistan? No? It’s okay. February 12 was declared National Women’s Day by former Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gillani in 2012. This was done to commemorate the efforts of women against the Zia regime. On this day in 1983, several women congregated at the Lahore High […]
Here Is How You Can Run For Office In Pakistan
Politics in Pakistan has always been a very distant activity. The narrative surrounding politics is that it is a dirty game and politicians generally are looked down upon but have you ever thought about participating in the process? Would you like to run for an office in the provincial or the national assembly? We are […]
How Well Do You Know Noor Jehan? Take This Quiz!
Noor Jehan, also known as Malika-e-Tarannum (the queen of melody), was a Pakistani playback singer and actor. During her lifetime, she worked both in India and Pakistan. Her career lasted more than six decades (the 1930s–1990s). She was known as one of the most influential singers of all time, especially throughout South Asia. Many say that her persona […]
