The recent visit by the Saudi Crown Prince, Muhammad Bin Salman (MBS), has been debated a lot. While many have welcomed the investments in the economy, there has been critique as well. The welcoming comments highlight how investments expand to several sectors including a preferential trade agreement (PTA) to promote bilateral trade and investment, and the signing […]
It Is National Women’s Day And Here’s Why We Celebrate It
Have you ever heard of the National Women’s Day in Pakistan? No? It’s okay. February 12 was declared National Women’s Day by former Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gillani in 2012. This was done to commemorate the efforts of women against the Zia regime. On this day in 1983, several women congregated at the Lahore High […]
Here Is How You Can Run For Office In Pakistan
Politics in Pakistan has always been a very distant activity. The narrative surrounding politics is that it is a dirty game and politicians generally are looked down upon but have you ever thought about participating in the process? Would you like to run for an office in the provincial or the national assembly? We are […]
How Well Do You Know Noor Jehan? Take This Quiz!
Noor Jehan, also known as Malika-e-Tarannum (the queen of melody), was a Pakistani playback singer and actor. During her lifetime, she worked both in India and Pakistan. Her career lasted more than six decades (the 1930s–1990s). She was known as one of the most influential singers of all time, especially throughout South Asia. Many say that her persona […]
Are These Facts About Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah Correct?
In a recent survey by Gallup, Pakistanis are the most patriotic nation in Asia. According to the survey, 89 percent of the Pakistani population is patriotic. With that information, we decided to test your knowledge about Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. As the founding father of the country, we are all greatly indebted to his services […]
Fathers Can Now Enjoy 10 Days Of Paternity Leave In Pakistan
The Federal Minister for Human Rights Shireen Mazari has approved the extension of paternity leave for a period of 10 days. This means that those fathers working in the government can now avail 10 paid days off from work after the birth of their child. The idea of paternity leave is new in Pakistan. This is […]
Log kya kahain gay? ( What will people say? )
“What will people say” is a phrase that has stopped many from going after their dreams and doing what makes them truly happy. We as Pakistanis hear ” Log kya kahain gay” more often than most. This very phrase sometimes keeps us from enjoying our basic freedoms and giving the same freedoms to the people […]
Take This Quiz To Find Out What You Know About Pakistan’s Constitution
A Constitution of a country is any document which outlines the fundamental principles upon which a country will be governed. The Constitution highlights what rights people of the country will get, what functions and roles the representatives will perform, the kind of government the country will have ...
The Battle Between Periods And Society
Periods. Periods. Periods. Uncomfortable? Periods. Periods. Periods. Better? No? Well… tough. A period is a biological process that occurs among (mostly) all women, for a majority of their lifetime. A bleeding process which is accompanied by mood swings and pain. Its intensity varies from one person to another. And we didn’t really ask for it. […]
Pakistan’s First Trans Pride Parade
On 29th December 2018, Pakistan’s first trans pride parade was held in Lahore to celebrate the landmark Transgender rights law passed earlier this year. The transgender community has historically been marginalized in Pakistan but this parade was a celebration of their identity, visibility and their progress. Related posts: Maati TV | Unsung Transgender Hero During […]