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[28 Mar 2013 | Comments Off | ]
Interview:  Amar Sindhu

“I don’t expect the urbanised class to understand the level of slavery the rural women experience”

Opinion, Society »

[23 Mar 2013 | 3 Comments | ]
Say No to NGOs?

Non-government organisations are mushrooming in Pakistan. But how many are effecting meaningful change and how many are simply following the dictates of foreign donors?

Lifestyle, Society »

[9 Dec 2012 | Comments Off | ]
Exotic Paradox: Expats Blog in Saudi Arabia

The most interesting and informative news about Saudi Arabia lies beyond the pages of Arab News

News & Politics, Society »

[24 Oct 2012 | Comments Off | ]
Swim and Sink

With a dire lack of lifeguard and rescue services, Karachi’s beach goers put their lives on the line with every plunge.

Society »

[20 Oct 2012 | Comments Off | ]
When Foreign Watchdogs Fail

Are multinational corporations failing to ensure that Pakistan’s factories comply with international labour standards?

Business, Society »

[12 Oct 2012 | Comments Off | ]
Celebrating Excellence

The 21st Century Business and Economics Club hosted its first get together for Karachi’s elite business community earlier in September.

Society »

[25 Sep 2012 | Comments Off | ]
Women’s Rights Activists Under Attack in Pakistan

The brutal murder of Farida Afridi brings into focus the dangers that come with being a woman in this country – let alone a women’s activist.

Society »

[24 Sep 2012 | Comments Off | ]
Queer and South Asian in Canada

Toronto’s vibrant Gay Pride Parade reveals how South Asian communities are no longer willing to remain confined to the closet.

People, Q & A, Society »

[31 Aug 2012 | Comments Off | ]
Interview: Syed Asaad Ayub Ahmed, CEO (TCF)

“We have a chowkidar who was a dacoit and who now has grandchildren studying in the school.”

Society »

[31 Aug 2012 | Comments Off | ]
Student By Day

The Citizen’s Foundation offers study opportunities to children who need to work to sustain themselves and their families.