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Express Tribune
25-05-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
Pottery session offers art therapy
Adults and children alike enjoy making different types of pottery out of clay, which allows them to flex their creative muscle and relax their minds through a communal activity at a session organised by the PNCA in the federal capital. PHOTO: EXPRESS The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) hosted a deeply engaging and therapeutic pottery workshop titled "The Art of Pottery", led by renowned artist and educator Noor Fatima. The hands-on session focused on calming hand-building techniques such as coiling and pinching, offering participants an opportunity to slow down, reconnect with their senses, and embrace creative expression. Held under PNCA's ongoing Art for Therapy initiative, the workshop welcomed over 25 participants ranging in age from young children to elderly community members. The inclusive environment fostered intergenerational learning, personal growth and artistic exploration, highlighting the universal and healing nature of working with clay. The artist Noor Fatima, whose practice is deeply rooted in themes of emotion, fragility and strength, guided attendees through the meditative process of shaping clay by hand. Participants were encouraged to explore the tactile, grounding qualities of the material as a means of self-expression and emotional release. The workshop was a creative outlet and a space for mindfulness and reflection. "The Art of Pottery" is part of PNCA's broader commitment to mental health advocacy through the arts. The Art for Therapy series aims to spotlight the importance of integrating creative practices into daily life as a tool for emotional resilience, mental wellbeing and social connection. PNCA organises such workshops monthly, ensuring continuous access to arts-based therapeutic experiences for the wider community. These initiatives reaffirm PNCA's role as a cultural institution that nurtures not only artistic excellence but also holistic wellness.
Express Tribune
07-04-2025
- Express Tribune
Four-year-old girl murdered in Vehari
A four-year-old girl was murdered after allegedly being abducted on her way to a madrasa in Basti Chand Mari, Vehari. Her body, bearing marks of assault with a sharp object, was found dumped in a nearby street, sparking outrage and grief across the local community. Police said the incident occurred around 4pm when Noor Fatima, who had gone with her sister to a neighbour's house to study the Quran, stepped out briefly and never returned. Shortly after, her body was discovered and residents immediately alerted the authorities. District Police Officer (DPO) Mansoor Aman and SP Farooq Kamiana arrived at the scene with a police team, launched a search operation, and began collecting forensic evidence. DPO Aman described the case as deeply regrettable and assured the public that a thorough investigation was underway. "The entire police force is mobilised to bring the perpetrator to justice. No stone will be left unturned," he said. The preliminary investigation suggests the child was murdered using a sharp weapon. A post-mortem examination is expected to provide further details. The victim's father, Naveed Mughal, stated that his family is poor and has no known enemies. Her mother, Sameena, made an emotional appeal for justice, calling her daughter's murder "unimaginable and cruel."
