KARACHI : After serving for over four decades on the state-run channel Pakistan Television (PTV), the veteran news-anchor Shaista Zaid announced her retirement. Zaid who earned millions of fans with her graceful personality and eloquent style became a household name over the period of her service. Her name was synonymous with English news in Pakistan. On the last day of her job, Zaid read usual evening news and then informed of her departure saying, “People’s love and affection are my real asset and I am proud to have it.