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Will Sindh schools remain closed tomorrow?

The education department issues statement after notification goes viral on social media

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More than 1,000 transgender people received training through the Punjab Skills program.

More than 980 of those trained have secured employment with established organisations

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Habib University founding chancellor, philanthropist Rafiq Habib passes away

He was the founding chancellor of Habib University Foundation

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Private academy’s principal arrested for allegedly raping student in Rawalpindi

FIR states accused repeatedly subjected her to rape, exploited victim under marriage pretext

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Raghu Rai: The photographer who helped India see itself Rich tributes continue after the passing of Raghu Rai at the age of 83. He stood as one of India’s most respected photojournalists. Over more than five decades, he documented the country with depth, honesty, and sharp visual clarity. His photographs did more than record events. They helped people understand them. His work influenced how India viewed its political shifts, cultural icons, and social struggles. Early career and rise in photojournalism Raghu Rai began his professional journey in 1966 with The Statesman newspaper. He quickly developed a strong eye for real life moments. His work later expanded into editorial roles at India Today and Sunday magazine. He joined Magnum Photos in 1977. This step marked a major point in his career. Henri Cartier Bresson supported his entry, and this connection shaped his visual style and thinking. Political history through his lens Rai documented key political moments in India with rare access and sensitivity. His photographs of Indira Gandhi stand among his most recognized work. He captured her in public rallies, campaign trails, and private party meetings. He focused on expression, body language, and atmosphere rather than staged poses. His images gave the public a closer view of political power and decision making in India. Documenting conflict and crisis Raghu Rai also covered some of India’s most difficult periods. He worked in Bhopal after the gas tragedy and captured its human impact. He also documented Punjab during the militancy period in the 1980s, where violence affected thousands of lives. His photographs from these events carried emotional weight. He showed suffering, tension, and resilience without turning away from uncomfortable realities. Portraits of culture and creativity Rai photographed many well known cultural figures including Lata Mangeshkar, Satyajit Ray, M F Hussain, and Amitabh Bachchan. He focused on natural expressions and real interaction rather than formal staging. His portraits often revealed respect between the subject and their audience. He captured the human side of fame and creativity. A philosophy beyond technique Raghu Rai often described photography as more than skill or equipment. He treated it as a way to observe life closely and truthfully. His approach shaped generations of photographers in India and beyond. His work continues to influence visual storytelling today.
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