The Hinglaj Yatra is a special festival for Hindu people. It is a time when many Hindus go on a pilgrimage to the Hinglaj Mata temple in Pakistan. This temple is very old and holds a lot of importance for Hindu believers. During the festival, people travel from different parts of the world to visit…
As May 1st gets closer, many Pakistanis are excited to know if Labor Day will be a public holiday this year. Although it’s marked as a day off, the government hasn’t officially said anything yet. According to the Cabinet Division’s 2024 circular, May 1st is supposed to be a public holiday. It’s expected that the…
Eid, the joyous festival marking the end of Ramadan, is an occasion celebrated with immense fervor and zeal in many parts of the world. In Lahore’s Model Bazar Township, this Eid promises to be an extraordinary affair, brimming with colorful festivities and cultural delights. The Eid Mela at Model Bazar Township is a spectacle not…
For over twenty years, Sardar Jitendar Singh and his family have upheld a unique tradition rooted in their faith. They organize an ‘Iftar Langar’, offering meals to impoverished Muslims throughout the month of Ramadan. Langar, a communal meal, is a longstanding tradition in Sikhism, practiced in Gurdwaras where everyone is treated equally. This principle dates…
Eid al-Fitr is a significant festival celebrated by Muslims worldwide, marking the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. In Pakistan, this joyous occasion is observed with great enthusiasm, with families coming together to share meals, exchange gifts, and offer prayers. However, one particular custom that has gained prominence in recent years is the…