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Womens Conference Calls for Action Against Gender-Based Violence

Karachi103 mins

On the occasion ofInternational Womens Day, theWorking Women Welfare Trust (WWWT), in collaboration with theKarachi Press ClubandHelping Hand, organized a powerfulWomens Conferenceunder the theme“Accelerating Action for a VAW-Free Pakistan.” The event served as a platform to celebrate womens achievements while addressing the urgent issue ofviolence against women (VAW)in Pakistan. Speakers from diverse backgrounds, including activists,…

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Gas Supply Issues Discussed in Meeting Between Governor Sindh and SSGC MD

Gas Supply Issues Discussed in Meeting Between Governor Sindh and SSGC MD

Karachi102 mins

KARACHI: Governor Sindh Kamran Khan Tessori held a meeting with Ameen Rajput, the Managing Director of Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC), to discuss the ongoing gas supply issues in the city. The discussion focused on the unavailability of gas, especially during SehriandIftarhours, as well as ensuring uninterrupted gas supply to industrial areas. Governor Sindh emphasized…

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Aqeel Karim Dhedhi Hosts Fundraising Dinner for Charity Right Pakistan

Aqeel Karim Dhedhi Hosts Fundraising Dinner for Charity Right Pakistan

Karachi102 mins

Karachi:Aqeel Karim Dhedhi, Chairman of AKD Group, hosted a fundraising dinner forCharity Right Pakistanat his residence in DHA. The event brought together prominent business leaders and philanthropists committed to making a difference in the lives of the underprivileged. The fundraiser was attended byHussain Dawood, Chairman ofEngro GroupandDawood Group,Abdullah, Chairman ofSapphire Group, renowned philanthropistMushtaq Chhapra,Irfan Amanullah,…

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Consultative Session Held on UN List of Issues Concerning Child Rights Convention

Consultative Session Held on UN List of Issues Concerning Child Rights Convention

Karachi102 mins

The Federal Ministry of Human Rights, in collaboration with the Treaty Implementation Cell of the Human Rights Department, Government of Sindh, organized a consultative session to discuss the UN List of Issues related to Pakistans combined 6th and 7th Periodic Reports on the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). The session was chaired…

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Mohammed Akbar Ali Khan

Newly-Elected AMUOBA President Pledges to Restore Past Glory

Karachi115 mins

By Abdul Qadir Qureshi Pakistan News & Features Services KARACHI Mohammed Akbar Ali Khan, the newly-elected President of the Aligarh Muslim University Old Boys Association (AMUOBA) and Chancellor of Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET), has vowed to revive the past credibility and prestige of the organization while focusing on its cherished objectives….

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Book Launch Event Highlights Inclusive Education for Differently-Abled Children

Book Launch Event Highlights Inclusive Education for Differently-Abled Children

Karachi102 mins

A heartwarming evening dedicated to differently-abled children was celebrated with the launch of the bookChild Developmentby Shoaib Ghaziani. The event, organized by IHRI, brought together educators, parents, and advocates for inclusive education, emphasizing the need for a more compassionate and supportive future for every child. Ghazianis book serves as a vital resource for understanding child…

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Allama Iqbal Open University Karachi Region: A Hub of Distance Learning

Allama Iqbal Open University Karachi Region: A Hub of Distance Learning

Karachi102 mins

Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) Regional Campus Karachi has been serving students since its establishment in 1976. The campus, which shifted to its own building in 2003, plays a crucial role in providing quality distance education to students across Karachis seven districts, covering an area of 3,780 km. Currently, the Karachi region has eight study…

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Sultana Siddiqui: The Woman Who Redefined Pakistan’s Media Industry

Sultana Siddiqui: The Woman Who Redefined Pakistans Media Industry

Karachi103 mins

Some people dont just live their lives; they write history. One such trailblazer is Sultana Siddiqui, a visionary who not only carved a place for herself in Pakistans media industry but also transformed its identity. Her journey began in1974, when she knocked on the doors ofPTVwith a passion for creativity and a determination to make…

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NADRA Launches Special Women’s Registration Week to Mark International Women’s Day

NADRA Launches Special Womens Registration Week to Mark International Womens Day

Karachi101 mins

In celebration ofInternational Womens DayonMarch 8, 2025, theNational Database and Registration Authority (NADRA)has announced aWomens Registration WeekfromMarch 10 to March 14, 2025. This initiative aims to facilitate womens registration and ensure their access to official identification. To enhance accessibility,NADRA has introduced special measures, including: 50% of registration countersat NADRA centers dedicated exclusively to women. Special…

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Sindh High Court Bar Association Opposes Water Allocation Decisions

Sindh High Court Bar Association Opposes Water Allocation Decisions

Karachi112 mins

KARACHI, March 5, 2025 The Sindh High Court Bar Association (SHCBA) has strongly opposed the issuance of water availability certificates by the Indus River System Authority (IRSA) for canal projects, calling for their immediate withdrawal. In a press release issued today, the association condemned what it described as an unfair distribution of water resources, particularly…

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Public Alert: Warning Issued for Eid Travelers

Public Alert: Warning Issued for Eid Travelers

Karachi101 mins

Authorities have issued a public warning regarding suspicious activities at bus stands, railway stations, and passenger hotels across the country. According to reports, a group of individuals is involved in deceptive schemes targeting travelers, particularly those heading home for Eid celebrations. Passengers are urged to remain vigilant and avoid engaging in unnecessary conversations with strangers….

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Pakistan to Host First International Conference on Transplantation in 2025

Pakistan to Host First International Conference on Transplantation in 2025

Karachi102 mins

Karachi The Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) is set to host theFirst International Conference on TransplantationfromApril 11 to April 13, 2025, at the Marriott Hotel in Karachi, Pakistan. This groundbreaking event will bring together leading medical experts, researchers, and professionals in the field of organ transplantation to discuss advancements and challenges in renal, liver,…

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SoulMind Hospital Highlights the Importance of Quality Sleep for Cognitive Health

SoulMind Hospital Highlights the Importance of Quality Sleep for Cognitive Health

Karachi101 mins

In a recent awareness campaign,SoulMind Hospital The Center for Well-Beinghas emphasized the crucial role of sleep inmemory enhancement and decision-making skills. According to their latest information drive, getting7-9 hours of quality sleepsignificantly improves brain function, aiding in better learning, concentration, and mental clarity. The campaign aims to educate individuals about thescientific benefits of adequate rest,…

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Zafa Pharmaceuticals Carries Out Nationwide Ramadan Drive to Support Families in Need

Zafa Pharmaceuticals Carries Out Nationwide Ramadan Drive to Support Families in Need

Karachi101 mins

In the true spirit ofRamadan,Zafa Pharmaceuticalshas once again demonstrated its commitment tocompassion and givingthrough its annualCSR Ramadan Drive. Under the leadership ofChairman Mr. Jawad Amin Khan, the company distributed essential food packages across Pakistan, ensuring that struggling families receive much-needed support during the holy month. This initiative aligns with Zafa Pharmaceuticals core belief“Medicines for All”extending…

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KCCI Holds Meeting with UAE Consulate Staff

KCCI Holds Meeting with UAE Consulate Staff

Karachi101 mins

Karachi, Pakistan – Senior Vice President Zia ul Arfeen and Vice President Faisal Khalil Ahmed of the Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) convened a meeting with staff from the UAE Consulate at the KCCI headquarters. The meeting aimed to foster stronger ties between the business communities of Karachi and the UAE, exploring avenues…

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Dr Tahir Saghir

Experts Highlight Importance of Patient Safety at Karachi Press Club

Karachi102 mins

Karachi:Leading healthcare professionals gathered at the Karachi Press Club to stress the critical need for improved patient safety and healthcare quality in Pakistan. The press conference featuredProf. Tahir Saghir, Executive Director of NICVD & Vice President Sindh Chapter of the Healthcare Quality & Safety Association of Pakistan (HQSAP), along withDr. Zakiudin Ahmed(Chairman of Patient Safety)…

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