President Asif Ali Zardari has approved Pakistan’s ratification of three key ILO instruments to strengthen workers’ rights, combat forced labour, enhance seafarers’ protections and improve labour data collection. ISLAMABAD, Pakistan (TW) – In a historic move, Pakistan has ratified three International Labour Organization (ILO) instruments that will improve workers’ rights and protections as well as help empower evidence-based policy formulation...
A devotional gathering at Iftar in Washington Metropolitan area
Springfield, Virginia.March 14, 2025 : (TW) __ A devotional gathering at Iftar dinner was organized at ‘Des Pardees Restaurant’ in Washington Suburban area by two admirable and respected brothers: Akram. Butt & Imran Butt. Both brothers are widely known and prominent community leaders in Washington, metropolitan area. Akram Butt is the CEO of ‘The Insaniyat Foundation’ which has a mission...
Pakistani candidate Nadeem Khan has won a stunning and significant victory in the elections for the Austrian Vienna Chamber of Commerce.
Vienna Austria, 14 March,2025 __ Pakistani candidate Nadeem Khan has won a stunning victory in the elections for the Austrian Vienna Chamber of Commerce. Pakistani candidate Nadeem Khan was a candidate from The Green Economy Party. He has the distinction of being the first Pakistani to be elected to a major position in Austrian politics. Pakistani political, business, social, religious,...
PSL Signs 5-Year Partnership Deal with Red Bull
Islamabad (By: Muhammad Abdullah Shahzad) – Pakistan Super League (PSL) has entered into a significant 5-year partnership with global energy drink brand, Red Bull. This strategic collaboration will see Red Bull become the official energy drink of the league, enhancing the overall experience for players, fans, and sponsors alike. The move is expected to boost PSL’s brand visibility and marketing...
Women earn 25% less per hour than men in Pakistan for work of equal value – ILO
A new ILO policy brief highlights the key structural barriers and discrimination fuelling the gender pay gap in Pakistan, calling for urgent policy action to promote equal pay, strengthen labour law enforcement, and enhance economic opportunities for women. ISLAMABAD – Women in Pakistan continue to earn significantly less than men, with the gender pay gap (GPG) standing at 25% when...
Customs Challengers Crowned Champions Of The TBCPL 10 Aviation Premier League
Dubai : The Customs Challengers emerged victorious in the 9th edition of the TBCPL 10 Aviation Premier League (APL) cricket tournament, defeating DFS Daredevils in a thrilling final match on the 9th of March at the Mumbai Cricket Association BKC grounds in Mumbai. The Challengers successfully chased down the target of 74 runs, finishing at 74/3 in just 8.3 overs...
Banning Awami Action Committee will not serve the purpose of peace and stability in the Valley.
Dr. Ghulam Nabi FaiChairmanWorld Forum for Peace & Justice March 11, 2025 As the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council begins to discuss its agenda item #8 which is ‘follow up to and implementation of the Vienna Declaration and Programme of Action’, there is always an opportunity for an aggressive program to elevate human rights issues to...
Vienna – Pakistan Leads Global Counter-Narcotics Efforts with Major Seizures and Calls for Enhanced International Cooperation.
VIENNA, 10 March.2025 __ Pakistan Leads Global Counter-Narcotics Efforts with Major Seizures and Calls for Enhanced International Cooperation to Combat Drug Trafficking. Pakistan reaffirmed its strong commitment to global efforts against illicit drug trafficking and substance abuse during the 68th Session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) being held in Vienna. The Director General of the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF),...
UNDP and Government of the People’s Republic of China Launch ‘Tailored Intelligence for Actionable Early Warning Systems’ Project to Strengthen Climate Resilience in Pakistan
Islamabad — The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Government of the People’s Republic of China have officially launched the ‘Tailored Intelligence for Actionable Early Warning Systems’ (TIAEWS) project in Pakistan. Supported by China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA) through its Global Development and South-South Cooperation Fund (GDF), the initiative aims to strengthen Pakistan’s capacity to anticipate and respond to climate change impacts. As...
BARDC and FAO Renew Agreement to Enhance Operational Facilities for Agricultural Development Initiatives in Balochistan
Islamabad, – FAO and the Balochistan Agriculture Research & Development Canter (BARDC) have renewed their long-term agreement for operational support to FAO programme for Balochistan, ensuring continued facilitation of FAO’s projects within BARDC’s premises, with the prior approvals of Chairman PARC and FAOR Pakistan. This includes dedicated office space, warehouses that serve as a hub for essential agricultural and livestock support—for farming equipment,...