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Hymn for the Kalash
Lost in their carols and folklores, Kalashas lead independent lives, free of conservative societal pressures
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Shrouded in myth and mystery: the origins of the Kalasha
A popular narrative links them to Alexander the Great. Their true origins, however, perhaps lie much closer to home
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Only locals to celebrate Chilam Joshi festival in Chitral
Festivities limited to three days from today
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New constructions banned in Kalash Valley
New constructions could affect the uniqueness of Kalash buildings
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The incredible journey from Kalash to Coke Studio
The untold story of Amrina Kalash is full of dreams that can melt a majestic mountain
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With an arm and a leg, a Kalash man carves his fortune
Instead of letting his disabilities be a burden, Wali has put his artistic talents towards the welfare of his people
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'In a zoo': Kalash community battles tourism deluge
The community warns an influx of domestic tourists is threatening their unique traditions
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Snow golf means joys, laughter and feast in Chitral
Losing village slaughters cattle to treat the winners; king-of-the-day is selected to command the game
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Kalash Winter Festival: K-P govt to facilitate tourists heading to Chamos
Provincial govt bans construction in three Kalash valleys to preserve ancient civilization
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Protecting cultural heritage
The Kalash indigenous community is one of the several mystical peoples that inhabit this land
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UNESCO lists Kalash culture as ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage’
Suri Jagek plays a pivotal role in the Kalash community's observance of significant social events
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Kalash celebrate as Wazirzada makes his way to assembly
He becomes the first Kalash to become an MPA
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Female police officials arrest man harassing, filming Kalash women in Chitral
DPO Chitral thanked public for highlighting issue of women harassment on social media
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In a first, PTI nominates Kalash man for minority seat
Wazirzada's philanthropic services and struggle for communal rights are evident in the area
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Transition: Moving from one existence to the next
No less intriguing are the last rites of the Kalash people
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A tale of bigotry
Not without reason is Pakistan considered one of the most dangerous countries in the world for minorities
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Clash in Chitral over Kalash girl’s ‘forced’ conversion to Islam
Police fired tear gas to disperse the crowd attacking a house in the Kalash tribe's valley
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Faces of Kalash: Untold stories of the valley
This photo series documenting Chillum Joshi -- Kalash's annual festival -- will make your day
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Pakistan's Kalash fight for their identity with UNESCO bid
Today, the Kalash say their traditions are under threat
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Protesting: Wrecked roads become permanent feature for Kalash
Councillor says dilapidated routes will be inconvenient for Chilam Joshi festival
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Conversions threaten ancient Kalash tribe
They are now a minority in the region with their population reduced to just a third of the 12,000 residents
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The Rustam of Kalash
For the residents of Kalash, Rustam Shah is the man of the hour
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'Earthquake was Allah's wrath for Kalash community's immoral ways'
Many Muslims feel Allah, angered by their un-Islamic practises, has smited the region with natural disasters
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As floods hit, Kalasha people fear for their way of life
Climate change is presenting growing threat not just to lives and homes but to cultures around the globe
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Hard nut to crack: Walnut trees in Kalash stand tall amid threats
Floods in Chitral, swindlers threaten fruit’s local use
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Traditional celebrations : Kalash festival in full swing in Chitral
Participants pray for peace, say the outgoing year has been a difficult one.
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Saving the Kalash
People like Maureen Lines need to be provided protection by govt in areas where they live rather than be relocated.
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Bibi Dow of Kalash forced to leave home
Briton Maureen Lines dedicated her life to Kalash people, but is harassed by security personnel.
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Spotlighting Kalash: ‘Saving this culture is really important’
Rotary Club screens film on life and traditions of polytheistic tribe.
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Development project: For Kalash Valley, a new hydel power station
More than 7,000 people from six villages of Kalash Valley will get access to electricity through the power station.
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Cross-border incursions: Afghan militants kidnap shepherd from Kalash Valley
The militants came from Nuristan province and stole a herd of goats too.
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Afghan militants storm Kalash Valley, steal herd of goats
The militants crossed the border immediately, also killed at least 20 goats.
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Culture preservation: Experts, scholars for preservation of Kalash culture
The Kalash population fell from 10,000 in 1951 to 3,700 in 2011.
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Ignoring traditions: Modernisation threatening unique Kalasha culture
The 3,500-year-old culture might be lost if efforts are not taken to preserve it.
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Kalash: Culture shock
The origins of the Kalash tribe are shrouded in doubt and speculation.
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Colours of the Kalash
The midsized Kalash valley of Rumbur is the land that time — and electricity, mobile service and hot showers —...
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Preserving Kalash culture: The big fat Greek festival
The Joshi fest is all about the Kalash endeavouring to appease their gods.
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The Kalash struggle to preserve their culture
Greek philanthropist who aided indigenous people, prevented from returning.
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Chatarmus: Kalash religious festival ends
Festival ends with grand concluding ceremony.
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Kalash’s ‘uncrowned queen’ at centre of funds probe
A Kalash lady who runs an NGO is being accused by the ministry of women development of misappropriating public funds.
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Kalash kidnappings
The violence directed — so we assume — against the Kalash people of the Bumburate Valley of Chitral continues.