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ISLAMABAD, 18 September, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Pakistani-born, Lahore-born painter Salman Toor has been named among TIME magazine’s 100 most influential figures in art, featuring in the inaugural TIME100 Art list that recognises people shaping the global contemporary art world. The New York-based artist is included alongside museum directors, curators, gallerists, collectors and other influential figures in the fine arts. Speaking to TIME, Toor said he “straddles two cultures,” reflecting the influence of growing up in Pakistan before moving to the United States. His paintings depict people experiencing friendship, love, solitude and alienation, with fictional scenes rooted in personal memories and experiences. Toor gained international prominence after his first museum solo exhibition, How ...

 MAKKAH, 18 September, 2026 (Nosheen): Pakistani actress and host Kiran Khan has married prominent businessman Ishtiaq Baig in Makkah, where the couple solemnised their nikah alongside her first Umrah. Pictures from the nikah ceremony have emerged on social media, showing Kiran Khan and Ishtiaq Baig together on their special occasion. According to Kiran, it was her first Umrah, and being able to perform Umrah and solemnise her nikah during the same trip felt like two major blessings coming together for her. In a social media post, Kiran thanked Allah and prayed for the acceptance of their Umrah and nikah, expressing hope that they would become a source of peace and goodness for each other. Ishtiaq Baig was previously married to legendary Pakistani pop singer Nazia Hassan. The coup...

KARACHI, 18 September, 2026 (Ghufran): Visually impaired sixth-grade student and artist Fawad Alam has won the inaugural season of Pakistan’s Got Talent after receiving the highest number of votes from viewers. The 17-episode talent show concluded last week, with Fawad securing the top position through public voting and becoming the first-ever winner of the competition. Following his victory, he was presented with a trophy and a brand-new car as prizes. Fawad captured viewers’ attention throughout the competition with his exceptional talent, passion for music and confident performances. Despite being visually impaired, he competed against dozens of contestants and demonstrated his artistic abilities on stage. His journey reflected his determination to pursue his dreams without allowing his...