Tag: Eid-ul-Fitr
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Four Pashto films to dazzle cinemas on Eid-ul-Fitr, revive regional film industry
The screening of four Pashto films on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr is all set to dazzle the cinemas with hopes to revive the ailing regional film industry through providing a spice of entertainment and a blend of emotions to the cinegoers. “The much anticipated movies with quality production, dialogues, casts, locations and soulful music will…
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Inflation hits Pakistanis hard as they prepare for Eid-ul-Fitr festivities
Eid-ul-Fitr is an important religious holiday celebrated by Muslims around the world, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset and abstain from food, drink, and vices like gossip and lying. It is a period of self-reflection and a reminder to be charitable to the less…
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Transporters overcharge passengers after fresh increase in fuel prices
The recent hike in petroleum prices has been met with public outcry, with many stating that the significant increase in petrol prices has severely impacted the common man, as transporters have raised fares just ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr. This rise in oil product prices is also expected to have repercussions on the cost of daily commodities,…
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Govt announces relief for employees with early salary and pension release ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr
To ease the burden of inflation on the public, the federal government has decided to release salaries to employees of public sector departments before Eid-ul-Fitr. This decision was made after consultations between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Finance Minister Ishaq Dar.
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Punjab Transport Department increases non-AC bus fares by over 250%
The Punjab Transport Department (PTD) has announced that it will increase the fares of non-AC buses in response to the rising prices of diesel and petrol. This decision will place an additional burden on the poor, as fares will increase by more than 250 per cent. The new fares for both inter and intra-city non-AC…
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The ultimate guide to Eid TV, telefilms
With no Eid milan parties, a ban on travelling and Apa keeping a close eye on all the pappiyan and jhuppiyan, Pakistanis are left with no other choice but to enjoy Pakistani television in the comfort of their homes. This is the second Eid ul Fitr we will be spending in unusual circumstances where we…