3-day Rafi Peer Puppet festival from April 19

ISLAMABAD, Apr 17 (APP):A three-day Rafi Peer Puppet Festival would be held at Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) from April 19 with aim of nurturing the knack of storytelling among children. The upcoming edition will also feature other activities including Story Telling Session, Art Camp, Puppet Making Workshop, Face Painting and other interactive… Continue reading 3-day Rafi Peer Puppet festival from April 19

PNCA to organize paper cutting art exhibition on April 22

ISLAMABAD, Apr 15 (APP):Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) would organize paper cutting exhibition titled “The Guiding Light” on April 22 at Gallery No 2. The artwork of famous artist Tusif Ahmad would be displayed at the exhibition.  “One honor that I am particularly proud of is that I am the only paper cutting… Continue reading PNCA to organize paper cutting art exhibition on April 22

PNCA hosting painting competition themed “land & People of Pakistan”

ISLAMABAD, Mar 26 (APP):Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) is hosting a drawing and painting competition themed ‘Land and People of Pakistan’ for individuals aged 6 to 25 years. The competition was specially being organized in connection with Pakistan Day celebrations. Director General PNCA Muhammad Ayoub Jamali told APP that the purpose of this… Continue reading PNCA hosting painting competition themed “land & People of Pakistan”

DG PNCA emphasizes the spiritual significance of calligraphy in Islamic culture

ISLAMABAD, Mar 20 (APP):Director General (DG) of the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) Muhammad Ayoub Jamali has said that calligraphy is a beautiful art form deeply rooted in Islamic scripture. Talking to APP, DG PNCA said that the ability to write calligraphy using the same tools available when the Quran was written centuries… Continue reading DG PNCA emphasizes the spiritual significance of calligraphy in Islamic culture

PNCA hosts calligraphy art exhibition to commemorate Ramazan

ISLAMABAD, Mar 14 (APP): In a tribute to the holy month of Ramadan, the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on Thursday unveiled a captivating Calligraphy Exhibition at the National Art Gallery in Islamabad. The exhibition was inaugurated by Ms. Humaira Ahmed a Secretary, National Heritage and Culture Division along with Director General PNCA,… Continue reading PNCA hosts calligraphy art exhibition to commemorate Ramazan

Celebrating Ramadan, PNCA’s calligraphy exhibition unveiled

ISLAMABAD, Mar 14 (APP):The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on Thursday unveiled a captivating Art Exhibition at the National Art Gallery in Islamabad. The exhibition features an array of exquisite calligraphic artworks from PNCA’s Permanent Collection, Director PR Bilal Karim said while talking to APP. The art enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the… Continue reading Celebrating Ramadan, PNCA’s calligraphy exhibition unveiled

A fusion of art, culture, creativity, Suzan Alsaid’s ‘Touch of Love’ exhibition unveiled at PNCA

ISLAMABAD, Feb 27 (APP):In a collaborative effort between the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), the National Heritage and Culture Division, and the Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the capital city of Islamabad on Tuesday witnessed the unveiling of a unique art exhibition, “Touch of Love,” by renowned Jordanian artist Suzan Alsaid.… Continue reading A fusion of art, culture, creativity, Suzan Alsaid’s ‘Touch of Love’ exhibition unveiled at PNCA

Jamal Shah’s painting exhibition unveiled at PNCA

ISLAMABAD, Feb 18 (APP):Acclaimed Miniature Painting Ustad Bashir Ahmed on Sunday inaugurated Jamal Shah’s painting exhibition titled “Celebration of a Dehumanized Existence” at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts. The collection, which bears a universal interpretation transcending peace, positivity, and harmony, was praised for its profound symbolism and message. Federal Minister for National Heritage… Continue reading Jamal Shah’s painting exhibition unveiled at PNCA

Federal Minister for National Heritage & Culture, Jamal Shah addresses the inaugural ceremony of the exhibition entitled Yakishime Earth Metamorphosis organized by The Japan Foundation, Embassy of Japan in Pakistan with the collaboration of PNCA at Pakistan National Council of the Arts

APP35-150224 ISLAMABAD: February 15 – Federal Minister for National Heritage & Culture, Jamal Shah addresses the inaugural ceremony of the exhibition entitled Yakishime Earth Metamorphosis organized by The Japan Foundation, Embassy of Japan in Pakistan with the collaboration of PNCA at Pakistan National Council of the Arts

APP38-150224 ISLAMABAD: February 15 – A lady visiting the displayed items during the inaugural ceremony of the exhibition entitled Yakishime Earth Metamorphosis organized by The Japan Foundation, Embassy of Japan in Pakistan with the collaboration of PNCA at Pakistan National Council of the Arts.

Board of Governors PNCA approves various initiatives

ISLAMABAD, Feb 06 (APP): The Board of Governors (BoG), Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) in its 21st meeting has approved various initiatives including the establishment of a dedicated proposed Heritage channel. The meeting, chaired by Caretaker Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Jamal Shah, discussed various agenda items including the establishment of a… Continue reading Board of Governors PNCA approves various initiatives

Movie “Kazakh Khanate –Diamond Sword” screened at PNCA

ISLAMABAD, Jan 31 (APP):Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) and the Embassy of Kazakhstan organized a screening of a movie titled “Kazakh Khanate –Diamond Sword” here at PNCA, auditorium on Wednesday. Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs Murtaza Solangi, Caretaker Minister for National Heritage & Culture Jamal Shah and Ambassador of… Continue reading Movie “Kazakh Khanate –Diamond Sword” screened at PNCA

Minister Jamal Shah shares plan of Second CPEC Cultural Caravan with Ambassadors of Central Asian States

ISLAMABAD, Jan 23 (APP):Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Jamal Shah, on Tuesday held a meeting with Ambassadors of Central Asian States Russia and China to discuss the initial plan of second  ‘CPEC Cultural Caravan 2024, aimed at strengthening cultural bonds between Pakistan, China, Russia and Central Asian States. The high level meeting held… Continue reading Minister Jamal Shah shares plan of Second CPEC Cultural Caravan with Ambassadors of Central Asian States

PNCA ignites theatrical passion with Three-Day workshop

ISLAMABAD, Jan 23 (APP):In a bid to nurture the flames of artistic fervour, the Pakistan National Council of Arts (PNCA) orchestrated a three-day theater workshop at the PNCA Lecture Hall here on Tuesday. This educational initiative, organized by the Department of Repertory Theater, unfolded under the expert guidance of Muhammad Waqar Azeem, the program organizer… Continue reading PNCA ignites theatrical passion with Three-Day workshop

PNCA hosts grand opening of “Mashq-e-Ishq” calligraphy exhibition

ISLAMABAD, Jan 19 (APP):The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on Friday unveiled the grand opening of the captivating calligraphy exhibition, “Mashq-e-Ishq,” by the esteemed Lt. Gen. (R) Humayun Khan Bangash. The event witnessed a diverse audience eager to explore the exquisite world of calligraphy by the seasoned artist, Director Public said while talking… Continue reading PNCA hosts grand opening of “Mashq-e-Ishq” calligraphy exhibition

Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Division Jamal Shah cutting ribbon to inaugurate calligraphic exhibition titled “Mashq-e-Ishq” by Gen. (R) Humayun Khan Bangash at PNCA

APP50-190124 ISLAMABAD: January 19 - Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Division Jamal Shah cutting ribbon to inaugurate calligraphic exhibition titled "Mashq-e-Ishq" by Gen. (R) Humayun Khan Bangash at PNCA. APP/SMR/TZD

APP51-190124 ISLAMABAD: January 19 – Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Division Jamal Shah addressing during opening ceremony of the calligraphic exhibition titled “Mashq-e-Ishq” by Gen.(R) Humayun Khan Bangash at PNCA. APP/SMR/TZD

PNCA’s 3-day theatre workshop from Jan 23-25

ISLAMABAD, Jan 18 (APP):In a stride towards fostering artistic prowess, the Repertory Theatre Department of the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) is orchestrating a three-day theatre workshop from January 23 to 25, 2024. The event, hosted at the PNCA Lecture Hall, aimed to imbue young and theatre enthusiasts with the finest techniques, unravelling… Continue reading PNCA’s 3-day theatre workshop from Jan 23-25

Jamal Shah visits PAF-IAST, inaugurates innovation lab

HARIPUR, Jan 12 (APP):Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Jamal Shah on Friday visited Pak-Austria Fachhochschule Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology (PAF-IAST), Haripur and praised the efforts of the institute for education, research and innovation. Adviser National Heritage and Culture Muhammad Kashif Irshad, Director General PNCA Muhammad Ayuob Jamali, Director Lok Virsa… Continue reading Jamal Shah visits PAF-IAST, inaugurates innovation lab

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