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By: Asim Nawaz New York/Cairo: UN Women launches its latest Gender Alert on Gaza. Six months into the war, 10,000 Palestinian women in Gaza have been killed, among them an estimated 6,000 mothers, leaving...

Maha: Pioneering Transgender Superhero Advocates for Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights

By: Maleeha Irfan ISLAMABAD: In a groundbreaking collaboration between Pathfinder International, 120 Under 40, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, and the PINK center, a new superhero named Maha emerges. Maha is an...

Dilemma of Women’s Security in Pakistan

By: Aneesa Ajmal To write about women in our society is a sensitive topic, and sometimes it is considered as a traumatic issue. The Islamic Republic of Pakistan is a developing country, where...

Hadiqa Bashir Wins Global Citizen Youth Leader Award for Women’s Rights Advocacy in Pakistan

WEB DESK Hadiqa Bashir, a 22-year-old gender equality advocate from Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is the first Pakistani to claim the prestigious Global Citizen Youth Leader Award. Through a range of initiatives addressing issues like early...

PAKISTAN

Historical Review: Interwoven Past of Allama Mashriqi, Bhuttos, and Zardaris

By: Nasim Yousaf A historical review of Pakistan's political landscape reveals intriguing connections that have shaped the course of the nation's history. Delving into the intertwined past of Allama Mashriqi, the Bhuttos, and the...

Lok Virsa Inaugurates ‘Center for National Cohesion’ to Foster Unity Through Cultural Initiatives

NEWS DESK ISLAMABAD: Today, Lok Virsa unveiled its newest initiative, the "Center for National Cohesion," dedicated to fostering unity and solidarity across the nation through cultural means. The center's mission encompasses extensive research, analytical...

Global Survey Reveals Varied Perceptions on Democracy, Highlighting Concerns Over Electoral Integrity

NEWS DESK ISLAMABAD: A global survey conducted recently in 43 countries sheds light on the diverse perspectives regarding democracy and governance, revealing both widespread support and significant challenges. According to the findings of the...

Special Investment Facilitation Council Takes Action on Aviation Industry Failures

By: Faheem Anwar Khan KARACHI: The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has taken notice of a white paper issued by the Aircraft Owners and Operators Association (AOOA) on the shortcomings of the aviation industry.Sources...

HEALTH

Health Activists Urge Pakistan Government to Boost Economy Through Increased Tobacco Taxes

WEB DESK ISLAMABAD: In a press release by the Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC), Health activists urged the government to pat the economy by increasing tobacco taxes. This...

A Guide to Pet Food Ingredients

By: Kamran Abbas With so many choices of pet foods available today, selecting the appropriate food for your pet can be challenging. From freeze-dried, dry to wet organic food options with high protein levels...

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Tracking & Managing Infections in Pakistan

By: Samsaam Fazal In Pakistan, the impact of artificial intelligence on tracking and managing infections is increasingly recognized as a transformative force in bolstering public health initiatives. The country, like many others, faces...

Rare Diseases Need Government Attention

NEWS DESK Karachi: In recognition of Rare Disease Day, Roche Pakistan Limited held a panel discussion and press briefing to raise awareness about rare diseases in Pakistan, and to emphasize the unmet needs of...