ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Education has approved a bill aimed at ensuring 33 per cent representation of women across federal boards, statutory bodies, public sector organisations and affiliated committees, marking a significant step toward gender inclusivity in governance. Read More: Islamabad on high alert amid foreign delegations’ arrival The meeting, chaired by Senator Bushra Anjum Butt, […]
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Muamma challenges comfort with a complex heroine
Pakistani television has long relied on familiar archetypes: the silent, suffering wife or the scheming antagonist. The drama Muamma disrupts that formula by presenting a protagonist who refuses to fit neatly into either category. Read More: Saba Qamar reflects versatility again as ‘Muamma‘ teaser releases Starring Saba Qamar, the series introduces Jahan Ara, also known […]
Unions reject changes to ICT local government law
Labour unions and civil society organisations have rejected recent amendments to the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) local government law, calling them a direct assault on constitutional rights. The criticism comes ahead of local government elections scheduled for February 15 across Islamabad’s 125 union councils. In a joint statement, the groups said the amendments allow businessmen […]