Lok Virsa plans to establish heritage museums in big cities

ISLAMABAD, Feb 14 (APP):The National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) has planned to establish heritage Museum in every major city of the country to preserve local and regional history of cultural heritage. In an exclusive interview with APP Executive Director Lok Virsa, Talha Ali Khan Khushvaha on Sunday said Lok virsa was… Continue reading Lok Virsa plans to establish heritage museums in big cities

PNCA to hold “Mother Languages Literature Festival” on Feb 21

ISLAMABAD, Feb 14 (APP):Pakistan National Counsil of the Arts (PNCA) will hold 6th edition of Pakistan Mother Languages Literature Festival to highlight the potential of Pakistan’s linguistic and cultural diversity on Feburary 21. In collobration with Indus Cultural Forum (ICF),  the event is meant to pay tribute to living legends who have dedicated their lives… Continue reading PNCA to hold “Mother Languages Literature Festival” on Feb 21

Germany assisted portable health clinics to reach underprivileged in KP, Punjab ; German Envoy

ISLAMABAD, Feb 12 (APP): German Ambassador to Pakistan Bernhard Schlagheck Friday said portable health clinics, a German initiative for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) and Punjab, were significantly providing access to under-served on maternal and child health issues. Access to the health facilities for every mother and child was imperative and a pressing challenge in creation of… Continue reading Germany assisted portable health clinics to reach underprivileged in KP, Punjab ; German Envoy

PNCA launches book “darya ki tashnagi”

ISLAMABAD, Feb 11 (APP): Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on Thursday launched latest book of famous columnist, poetess and women rights activist Kishwer Naheed “darya ki tashangi”. Author Kashwer Naheed has dedicated this book to four women activists, Tahira Abdullah, Fouzia Saeed, Samar Minallah and Fauzia Minallah. Speaking on the occasion, Fouzia Saeed… Continue reading PNCA launches book “darya ki tashnagi”

Interfaith harmony imperative for better social, prosperous society: EU Envoy

ISLAMABAD, Feb 7 (APP): European Union Ambassador to Pakistan Androulla Kaminara Sunday said in the modern era, promoting interfaith harmony among different nations and religions was more imperative and a way forward for a better social and prosperous society. The EU was celebrating the World Interfaith Harmony Week with an aim to found all possible… Continue reading Interfaith harmony imperative for better social, prosperous society: EU Envoy

Acting classes under master professionals at PNCA in full swing

ISLAMABAD, Feb 07 (APP): Acting classes at Pakistan National Counsil of the Arts (PNCA) is continued to attract the aspirants of acting and to provide the students with practical experience about acting. Renowned professionals and teachers were giving training with a detailed and unique study plan to equip the students with the skills they would… Continue reading Acting classes under master professionals at PNCA in full swing

Stunning spots of KP back on radar of tourists

Stunning spots of KP back on radar of tourists

By Naveel Ahmed ISLAMABAD, Feb 06 (APP): Stunning and snowy tourist resorts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) are back on the radar of adventurous tourists with thousands thronging snow festivals and winter sports competitions being held at its snow-capped mountains and valleys in the ongoing winter season. It is, indeed, vindication of the world’s stance that… Continue reading Stunning spots of KP back on radar of tourists

PNCA launches a book titled “Tragedy in Kashmir”

ISLAMABAD, Feb 03 (APP): Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) in collaboration with Dr. Zarqa Suharwardy Wednesday launched a book titled “Tragedy in Kashmir”. Written by (late) Abdul Haq Suharwarday the first and only Kashmiri origin Chief Secretary of Azad Kashmir after partition, the author has comprehensively covered the struggle for freedom by Kashmiri… Continue reading PNCA launches a book titled “Tragedy in Kashmir”

KMC to uplift mausoleum of legendary singer Mehdi Hassan

KARACHI, Feb 01 (APP):Karachi Administrator Laeeq Ahmed Monday said the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) would fulfill its responsibilities to uplift mausoleum of renowned singer Mehdi Hassan. In a statement issued here, the administrator said that Mehdi Hassan was a great singer who served Pakistan with his art. Taking notice of news regarding dilapidated condition of… Continue reading KMC to uplift mausoleum of legendary singer Mehdi Hassan

DG PNCA condoles death of Nelo Begum

ISLAMABAD, Jan 31 (APP): Director General Pakistan National Counsil of the Arts (PNCA) Dr Fouzia Saeed Sunday expressed her deep sorrow and grief over the sad demise of the leading Pakistani actress of the past Shaun’s mother Nelo Begum. “On behalf of myself and staff of PNCA we pay our highest homages to the great… Continue reading DG PNCA condoles death of Nelo Begum

PNCA announces winners of musical talent hunt

ISLAMABAD, Jan 25 (APP): Pakistan National Council of the Ats (PNCA) on Monday announced the winners of PNCA Talent Hunt Programme to discover best singers and musicians from across the country. On daily basis hundreds of aspirants were giving auditions at PNCA under the supervision of different maestros. Winner of People’s choice was Abdul Manan while… Continue reading PNCA announces winners of musical talent hunt

PNCA to start Music, Arts classes from January 26

ISLAMABAD, Jan 24 (APP): Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) has planned to start Music and Art classes  to attract aspirants of  Music lovers and art learners under the supervision of music professionals and master artisans of painting and calligraphy from January 26. Competent musicians and skillful artisans in different specialized craft will impart … Continue reading PNCA to start Music, Arts classes from January 26

PNCA to hold three-day long musical, tabla performance from Jan 21

ISLAMABAD, Jan 19 (APP):Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) will hold three day long musical and tabla performance from Jamuary 21 to 23. The evening titled “Saaz Samandar” will feature legendary Tabla player of subcontinent Ustad Abdula Sattar Tari Khan aiming to keep alive the culture of the classical music. Legendary Tabla maestro,Tari was… Continue reading PNCA to hold three-day long musical, tabla performance from Jan 21

Iconic Sindhi actor ‘Gulab Chandio’ remembred

ISLAMABAD, Jan 18 (APP):Iconic Sindhi and Urdu TV drama actor Gulab Chandio was remembered on his second death anniversary today (January 18). Gulab Chandio emerged as TV actor in early 80s and started his carrier in Sindhi dramas. Gulab was born on January 6,1958 in Shahmir Chandio village, Nawabshah district in an agriculturer’s house. He… Continue reading Iconic Sindhi actor ‘Gulab Chandio’ remembred

Lok Virsa, Embassy of Iran to collobrate for promotion of Culture

ISLAMABAD, Jan 17 (APP):The National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) has planned to start cultural projects with embassy of Iran in Pakistan to promote culture and traditional heritage of both countries. Executive Director Talha Ali Khan Khushvaha told APP here the other day that Islamic Republic of Iran is marking its active… Continue reading Lok Virsa, Embassy of Iran to collobrate for promotion of Culture

Heritage Library continues to serve cultural heritage of Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Jan 17 (APP):”Heritage Library” at the National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) is devoted to provide assistance to scholars, students, common citizens on folklore and cultural heritage. It is purely dedicated for accumulating field research, collecting cultural studies, oral traditions, indigenous cultural, inheritance and traditional culture. Library offers unparalleled opportunities for… Continue reading Heritage Library continues to serve cultural heritage of Pakistan

PNCA to hold second episode of “Seen Studio” on Jan 16

ISLAMABAD, Jan 12 (APP): Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) will hold second episode of musical series titled “Seen Studio” on January 16. In second episode PNCA will feature one of the leading singer Bano Rehmat who will remix old songs with modern tunes. The series named “Sur Surgam Sangeet” aimed  to medley old… Continue reading PNCA to hold second episode of “Seen Studio” on Jan 16

Lok Virsa, Embassy of Iran to collobrate for promotion of Culture

ISLAMABAD, Jan 11 (APP): The National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) has planned to start cultural projects with embassy of Iran in Pakistan to promote culture and traditional heritage of both countries. Executive Director Talha Ali Khan Khushvaha on Monday told APP that Islamic Republic of Iran is marking its active contributions… Continue reading Lok Virsa, Embassy of Iran to collobrate for promotion of Culture

World’s first sufi-opera singer Saira Peter to release her two new songs next week

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ISLAMABAD, Jan 6 (APP):London-based British Pakistani soprano Saira Peter is all set to release her two new songs next week in Pakistan and all over the world as a new year gift for her fans. The new songs include “Ye Zindagi Ye Zindagi” and unreleased song of legend musician Khawaja Khurshid Anwar “Bajey Dil ki… Continue reading World’s first sufi-opera singer Saira Peter to release her two new songs next week

PNCA to hold three-day long program titled “Raagistan” from Dec 29

ISLAMABAD, Dec 27 (APP): Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) will hold a three- day long series of musical programs tilted “Raagistan” to promote classical music among youth from December 29. The musical program  is aimed to revive the traditional aspects of classical music like khayal, thumri and kafi giaki etc. They will feature… Continue reading PNCA to hold three-day long program titled “Raagistan” from Dec 29

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