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Traditional games shine in Kalash spring festival

RUMBUR: Local athletes thrilled audience with traditional games like archery, buzkashi, and wrestling during the weeklong Shkanda Festival in Rumbur. Al-Quraish Welfare Society and Kalash Valley Development Authority jointly organized the event, attracting participants and guests from across the country. The organizers aimed to preserve indigenous heritage and engage the youth with their cultural roots. […]

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Rekindling the Kalash narrative

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) and Nomad Gallery arranged an exhibition and documentary screening, “Rekindling: the Kalash narrative.” The cultural event emerged from a unique three-part residency conducted by curator Nageen Hyat, focusing on the rich traditions and contemporary challenges of the Kalash people of Chitral. The exhibition showcased powerful works by

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Kaghlasht festival concludes, polo final on hold

BOONI (CHITRAL): After interruptions by rain, the three-day Kaghlasht festival 2025 concluded after almost a week on Thursday (April 24). The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Department of Culture and Tourism organized the annual cultural event at the scenic Kaghlasht plains in Upper Chitral, drawing thousands of local and foreign tourists. Throughout the week, teams competed in football,

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Kaghlasht festival continues after rain interruptions

Jamshaid Ahmed BOONI: The Kaghlasht Festival 2025 continued in full swing on its third day after interruption by rain.  After the rain cleared, the weather turned pleasant, allowing the resumption of sports competitions. Thrilling matches of football, cricket, and volleyball took place, accompanied by traditional Chitrali dance and cultural shows that added vibrant color to

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