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Eighth Women International Film Festival Lights Up Islamabad

4Mar

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Showbiz

Eighth Women International Film Festival Lights Up Islamabad

The eighth Women International Film Festival (WIFF) began in Islamabad on Saturday. Over two days, the event will feature 31 short and full-length films from various countries including Britain, Iran, France, Germany, and many more. This festival is a major boost to female directors in this competitive world. The silver screen is shining a spotlight on female filmmakers as the Eighth Women International Film Festival (WIFF) kicks off in Islamabad. Moreover, this two-day celebration of cinema brings together international and Pakistani talent. This festival will significantly showcase a diverse range of stories told through film. This year's WIFF boasts an impressive lineup of 31 short and feature-length films. Submissions hail from a wide range of countries, including Britain, Iran,...

Leopard caught in DHA by authorities without any casualty

17Feb

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Pakistan

Leopard caught in DHA by authorities without any casualty

Now we are all aware of the leopard fiasco in Islamabad yesterday that injured six people. It took the Islamabad Wildlife Management Board and Capital Development Authority more than five hours to capture the leopard. On Thursday, a leopard caused a man to sustain injuries. When it broke into a house that was still in the process of being built in Phase II of the Defence Housing Authority (DHA) in Islamabad. After the event, the Assistant Commissioner (AC) of Rural Zukhruf Fida Malik issued orders for the inhabitants of the region. Telling them to remain inside their homes. Since a leopard spotted in DHA 2 had been seen in the residential section. He stated that members of the ICT administration as well as the wildlife department were attempting to locate the animal. The AC also sta...

An earthquake of 6.3 magnitude hits Islamabad

29Jan

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Pakistan

An earthquake of 6.3 magnitude hits Islamabad

Pakistan faced a heavy jolt from the earthquake in the Islamabad region today. The source of the tremor was Tajikistan. Delhi, India also reports massive jolts in the vicinity. An earthquake hit several parts of the country, including Islamabad, Lahore, and Rawalpindi on Sunday. The magnitude of the earthquake was recorded at 6.3 on the Richter scale and the epicenter was Tajikistan. National Seismic Monitoring Centre said the earthquake had a longitude of 69.65 East and a latitude of 38.65 North. There were no reports of any damage from the tremors that were also felt in other cities of the country. Residents of different cities also took to Twitter to report the earthquake. It was reported that several neighboring countries including Iran, India, and other regions also witnessed ...

5 event planners you should consider for your D-Day

30Nov

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Opinion

5 event planners you should consider for your D-Day

Weddings are a great affair in all desi households. For the best services and management, we come up with the 5 best event planners for your D-Day. They will bring your dreams into reality for sure. In recent years weddings have become a royal affair. Every bride and groom wants their big day to be unique and extravagant. To complete their vision, in reality, a lot of event planner companies came into the market. These event planners make sure that all the events of your wedding go smooth and without fail. Whether you want some extra dance routine on your mehndi, or special entrance on barat, these companies has it all. The main tasks of these companies are Program design and style Scouting location Photography Interview couples and parents to identify their needs. ...

Why HIV cases are increasing in Islamabad?

26Nov

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

Health

Why HIV cases are increasing in Islamabad?

The capital city, Islamabad is facing yet another fear with its rising HIV cases. The authorities are estimating that over 800 young people tested positive for HIV in the past 1 year. HIV is a viral disease that spreads from human to human. It comes under the category of Sexually Transmitted Diseases. The disease can spread from an infected person to a healthy person through sexual contact or through using used needles. Yes, using already-used needles can also result in the transmission of this disease. The healthcare workers are responsible for keeping us healthy. However, It is regrettable that they are the reason the disease is so prevalent in our country. They unquestionably appear to contribute significantly to the increase in HIV cases across Islamabad as well as the Countr...