GenderEquality

Lahore, November 4, 2025: In a groundbreaking development, the Lahore Railway Police has appointed a woman Station House Officer (SHO) for the first time in its history. The appointment marks…

In a landmark move, the Government of Pakistan has announced that new passports will now feature the mother’s name alongside the father’s—a first in the country’s history. The decision, hailed…

Portugal’s parliament has officially approved a controversial bill banning the wearing of full-face veils such as the burqa and niqab in most public spaces, introducing fines of up to €4,000…

In a landmark move towards gender inclusivity and empowerment, Islamabad has appointed its first-ever woman Station House Officer (SHO), marking a historic moment for the federal capital’s police force. Inspector…

Google has marked International Women’s Day 2025 with a special Google Doodle, honoring the achievements and contributions of women across the globe. The animated Doodle, displayed on Google’s homepage, features…

Abu Dhabi: In a significant step towards women’s empowerment, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has amended its personal status laws, allowing women to marry without the approval of a male…

Anita Karim is rewriting the narrative for women in combat sports, as Pakistan’s first female Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter. Hailing from the mountainous region of Gilgit-Baltistan, Anita’s rise in…

Renowned Pakistani actress Saba Faisal has sparked a conversation on the importance of female empowerment in household decision-making. In a recent interview, Faisal stated, “Wo ghar bohot kamiyab hotay hain…

In a move that has drawn both support and criticism, the government of Pakistan has introduced a new policy requiring women to obtain written permission from their husbands or guardians…

The Vice-Chancellor of Islamabad’s prestigious Post-Graduate Institute has been fined Rs. 500,000 after being found guilty of harassing female staff members. The court ruled in favor of the victims, highlighting…