Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Echoes of Gandhara

Echoes of Gandhara

PESHAWAR: Archaeologists have found Buddhist artefacts in the northwest region of Pakistan that date back 1,800 years, an official has said. The rare artefacts have been found in the Swabi district located some 83 kilometres from Peshawar, the Provincial Director Archaeology Department, Abdul Samad informed the Anadolu Agency. “We have found around 400 new antiquities … Read more

Can religious tourism bridge the gap?

religious tourism

The Pakistan Hindu Council (PHC) recently proposed religious tours to shrines and temples in India, rekindling hope that the neighbouring countries can find a common ground to build relations upon. The PHC approached New Delhi recently after receiving a positive response from Islamabad. “The Indian authorities have appreciated our initiative. But they say it would … Read more