February 10, 2026 06:57 pm (IST)
Pakistan court bans V-day celebrations in public places
Islamabad, Feb 13 (IBNS): A Pakistani court on Mondayprohibited celebration of Valentine’s Day in public places in the nation.
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) issued the ban.
Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui solicited replies from the Islamabad High Commission, Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra), and the Federal Ministry of Information today, regarding the immediate execution of the court’s order, reported Geo News.
Valentine's Day will be celebrated across the globe on Tuesday.
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