Workers Rally in Karachi Calls for Abolishment of Contract Labor System

Karachi: A large rally organized by the National Trade Union Federation Pakistan (NTUF) and the Home-Based Women Workers Federation Pakistan (HBWWF) took place in Karachi, drawing attention to a range of labor issues. Protesters marched from Regal Chowk to the Karachi Press Club, voicing their opposition to wage nonpayment, the contract labor system, and other … Read more

Peaceful Demonstration in Karachi Urges Biden to Release Dr. Aafia Siddiqui

Karachi: On the eve of President Joe Biden’s final day in office, a significant gathering took place in Karachi, where citizens implored the U.S. president to grant clemency to Dr. Aafia Siddiqui. The demonstration, organized by Friends of Aafia, saw participants assemble outside the Karachi Press Club to voice their appeal for Siddiqui’s release on … Read more

Nation Should Take Steps to Break Free from Debt Trap: Altaf Shakoor

Karachi: Expressing grave concern over rising loans, Pasban Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman Altaf Shakoor stated that the nation must make efforts to break free from its debt trap. Reports indicate that the per person loan in Pakistan is now Rs320,000, highlighting the country’s escalating financial burden. According to a statement by Pasban Democratic Party, every … Read more

Advocates Await Clemency Decision for Dr. Aafia Siddiqui as Biden’s Term Ends

Fort Worth: With only 24 hours remaining in President Joe Biden’s term, supporters of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui are anxiously awaiting a decision on her clemency request. The anticipation follows a personal appeal from Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, which has yet to receive a presidential response. According to a statement by Aafia Movement, the pressing … Read more