• Taskeen Zafar is a renowned newscaster in Pakistan.
• She has passed away at the age of 67.
• Taskeen was recently awarded the Presidential award for her services.

Renowned newscaster Taskeen Zafar has passed away. Born in Rawalpindi, Taskeen Zafar was a prominent figure in Pakistani Urdu news broadcasting and radio announcing, with a career spanning over four decades since 1957. She served both PTV and Radio Pakistan with distinction, hosting numerous programs and conducting current affairs shows.

Taskeen Zafar passed away in Rawalpindi today at the age of 67 after a brief illness. The news of her demise was announced by Radio Pakistan and the Pakistan Television Network. Her funeral prayers were held at 4:30 pm at Eidgah, Lalkurti in Rawalpindi that afternoon.

Taskeen Zafar joined the Pakistan Television Network as an announcer in 1980 and made significant contributions to broadcasting.

Last year, she was honored with the Presidential Award for her services. Her passing is a significant loss for both PTV and Radio Pakistan. May Allah grant her a high place in Jannah. Ameen.

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