Pakistan's Northern Paradise Gives Respite to Overheated & Underpowered

As the weather turns pleasant, tourists flock to Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) after a harsh winter this year. The rising mercury coupled with extended hours of loadshedding compels families to break away from the humdrum of routine and breathe afresh in the hilly areas.

“We are very happy to be here and Skardu is next up, on our list,” said Sultan, a teenager visiting Gilgit with his family this week.

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Tennis under a cloud of drones?

In a bid to bring sporting action to war-stricken Waziristan, the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) is planning to hold an event in the mountainous region featuring top national players of the country, according to the federation’s secretary.

Waziristan has been affected by drone attacks since the start of war against terrorism and Taliban resurgence. Well aware of the dangers the area possesses, the PTF has started preparations for holding an event in the region.

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Plan afoot to establish nine food streets

After the demise of Gawalmandi Food Street owing to political pressure in 2008, the Punjab government has planned to set up nine food streets to appease the traditional and continental food lovers, Pakistan Today has learnt. According to the plan, the proposed food streets will be established in Gulberg, Shalimar Town, Nishtar Town, Samnabad, Allama Iqbal Town, Wahgah Town, Aziz Bhatti Town, Ravi Town and Data Gunj Baksh Town.

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