Karachi Airport operations handed over to women on International Women’s Day
- 08-Mar-2025
Karachi Airport witnessed a unique initiative where women took charge of all critical operations, including ground handling in celebration of International Women’s Day, ARY News reported. The step was taken to recognize and appreciate the importance of women in the workforce. Women employees demonstrated exceptional skills and expertise in handling complex tasks, such as international […]
Women of disABILITIES
- 07-Mar-2025
International Women’s Day, celebrated on March 8 each year, serves as a global tribute to the achievements and contributions of women. While acknowledging and supporting women should be a continuous effort, dedicating a specific day to amplify their voices is invaluable. However, one critical yet often overlooked aspect is the advocacy for women with disabilities. […]
BHC hosts International Women’s Day conference
- 09-Mar-2024
The British High Commission (BHC) in Pakistan brought together senior businesswomen from across the country to mark International Women’s Day . According to a news release, the UK has convened women in tech, business, and trade to highlight their achievements and discuss shared challenges.” “The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is: ‘Invest in […]
Lasting toll of multiple climate disasters on Pakistan’s women
- 08-Mar-2023
Panahi welcomes visitors warmly into the dwelling she now calls home: a bare structure with a mud floor and thatched roof, through which sunlight is streaming in. There are no chairs or charpoys (traditional woven beds). A jerrycan for carrying water, a couple of bedsheets, a few utensils and a prayer mat are all the […]
Women’s stories stand out in Oscars race, but Hollywood lagging in gender parity
- 08-Mar-2023
Michelle Yeoh battles her way through a multiverse, Angela Bassett leads a grieving nation at war, and Cate Blanchett deviously manipulates members of a world-class orchestra. Wide-ranging stories led by female actors fill the list of movies vying for Academy Awards on Sunday, reflecting gains in an industry that has long relegated women to secondary […]
Women march as rights under threat across the globe
- 08-Mar-2023
MADRID: Women were beginning to hit the streets en masse across the globe on Wednesday to defend rights that are coming under increasing attack. To mark International Women’s Day, capitals across the world are hosting marches, rallies and demonstrations, including Madrid, where broad tree-lined boulevards are regularly packed with a sea of purple, a colour […]
Int’l Women’s Day: President, PM emphasize need to empower women
- 08-Mar-2023
ISLAMABAD: International Women’s Day is being celebrated across the world including Pakistan today to recognize the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The theme of this year’s day is DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality. A number of functions and events will be organized in connection with the day. President Dr Arif […]
Politicians pay tribute to women on International Women’s Day
- 08-Mar-2022
International Women’s Day (IWD) is being observed today worldwide including in Pakistan to honor the achievements of women in various fields of life. This year’s theme of the day is “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”. Various ceremonies are scheduled to be held countrywide to highlight the importance of the day. Addressing the event […]
Indian capital teems with marchers as Women’s Day reinvigorates protests
- 08-Mar-2021
Representing colour of mustard fields the women wore bright yellow scarves & took centre stage chanting slogans against farm laws
Women contributed immensely to glory, honour of our nation: COAS Bajwa
- 08-Mar-2021
'Women in uniform have proved their mettle'