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Pakistan’s Cultural Crossroads

By: Waqas Ahmed When the name 'Pakistan' comes...

The Dire Need to Have More Algae in the World

By: Muhammad Daniyal Kamal We will be talking...

Health Advocates Call for Immediate Review of Heated Tobacco Products Approval in Pakistan

STAFF REPORTER ISLAMABAD: Concerns mount as health advocates...

YOUTH

Opinions

WOMEN

Women Deliver 2023 Conference Concludes, Pledging Global Commitments for Gender Equality and Youth Empowerment

By: Asim Nawaz Abbasi Kigali, Rwanda: The Women Deliver 2023 Conference (WD2023) concluded in Kigali, Rwanda, after a week of productive discussions and commitments. Over 6,300 feminists, 100+ journalists and content creators, 600 scholars,...

Empowered Girls from African Nations Call for Action to End Violence at Women Deliver Conference in Kigali

By: Asim Nawaz KIGALI, RWANDA: Girls hailing from Mozambique, Rwanda, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and Niger took center stage at a Women Deliver side event hosted by World Vision...

Legal Framework of Feminism in Pakistan

By: Maira Nadeem The legal framework regarding feminism in Pakistan involves various legislation and constitutional provisions anticipated at promoting gender equality, protecting women's rights, and addressing gender-based discrimination. Liberal feminism, Radical feminism, Black feminism, Marxist...

Pakistan Launches ‘Women on Wheels’ Program, Empowering 22,000 Women with Affordable Vehicles

STAFF REPORTER ISLAMABAD: In a groundbreaking move to empower women and promote their participation in society, Pakistan's federal government has introduced the 'Women on Wheels' program. Under this initiative, 22,000 women working in the...

PAKISTAN

Yardimeli Türkiye Delegation Pledges Strong Support for Humanitarian Efforts in Pakistan

By: Asim Nawaz ISLAMABAD: In a remarkable display of solidarity and support, a two-member delegation from Yardimeli Türkiye embarked on a four-day visit to Pakistan to oversee the inspiring humanitarian activities of its...

KP Assembly Leads in Transparency, Sindh Assembly Excels in Productivity: PILDAT Analysis

STAFF REPORTER ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Institute of Legislative Development and Transparency (PILDAT) has unveiled a comprehensive analysis of the performance of four Provincial Assemblies in Pakistan, shedding light on significant disparities in transparency, productivity,...

Senior Journalist Faheem Anwar Takes Helm as Chairman of Yardimeli Pakistan, Strengthening Pakistan-Turkey Philanthropic Ties

STAFF REPORTER ISLAMABAD: The Board of Governors (BoG) of the Turkey-Pakistan non-governmental organization Yardimeli, a prominent charitable organization, convened in Islamabad on Thursday to elect senior journalist and social worker Muhammad Faheem Anwar as...

15th National Assembly’s Actions Undermined Democracy’s Core in Pakistan

By: Faheem Anwar ISLAMABAD: A recent analysis by PILDAT sheds light on how the conclusion of the 15th National Assembly has left Pakistan's democracy in a precarious state, resembling its vulnerability at the time...

HEALTH

DeafTawk and Sightsavers Continues to Support entrepreneurs with disabilities

STAFF REPORTER ISLAMABAD: DeafTawk, a pioneering Pakistani startup committed to improving the lives of the deaf community, Sightsavers, an international organization dedicated to preventing avoidable blindness and promoting disability inclusion welcomed the second cohort...

PILL to Take Landmark Initiative for Suicide Prevention in Pakistan

STAFF REPORTER KARACHI: The Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning (PILL), the National Centre for Research on Suicide Prevention, the Health Department Government of Sindh, and the University of Manchester are proudly launching the...

Sightsavers Calls World Leaders for Disability Inclusive Approach Towards Achieving SDGs

STAFF REPORTER ISLAMABAD: Demanding a transformative and accelerated action that is inclusive of people with disabilities and in line with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), Sightsavers calls upon political...

Challenged or Re-challenged

By: Arisha Irshad Ali Pakistan is experiencing tremendous inflation, as evidenced by the country's high percentage of poverty and scarcity of essentials. Due to their fixed incomes, low- and middle-class families are more likely...

LAST COME

SPORTS

World’s Largest Women’s Marathon Invites Pakistani Women to Join Virtual Race

By: Mehwish Qamas Khan ISLAMABAD: The Nagoya Women’s Marathon, known...

Asian Games Launch Legacy Inspired Hangzhou Charms Short Film

By: Faheem Anwar Khan Hangzhou: The Hangzhou Asian Games launched...

Government Commits to Uplifting Late Porter’s Family and Empowering Porters Through New Initiatives

By: Muhammad Faheem Anwar ISLAMABAD: In a heartfelt display of...

Commissioner and Chairman of Rawalpindi Gymkhana Club Inaugurate State-of-the-Art Grass Court, Unveil New Facilities

By: Faheem Anwar Khan Rawalpindi: In an exciting development, Commissioner...

INTERNATIONAL

Commonwealth Senior Officials and Youth Leaders Unite in Preparation for Landmark Youth Minister’s Meeting

By: Sarmad Shahbaz LONDON: Senior officials and emerging leaders from...

Ghanaian NGO HRRG Receives Top UN Global Entreps Award for Advocacy Excellence

By: Asim Nawaz GHANA: In a momentous achievement, Human Rights...

IAS 2023 Conference Highlights Australia’s Progress Against HIV and Urges Global Efforts

By: Asim Nawaz BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA: The 12th IAS Conference on...

Environment

Cheezious Partners with WWF to Combat Food Loss and Waste on International Awareness Day

STAFF REPORTER LAHORE: Cheezious, a leading name in the food industry, is thrilled to announce its partnership with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)...

River Delta Communities Unite to Combat Climate Crisis at UN-CCRD Event

STAFF REPORTER ISLAMABAD: A mere 0.5% of Earth's water is both usable and not categorized as freshwater. The pervasive influence of climate change poses a...