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Man seals niece, sister-in-law in wall over property dispute in Hyderabad
Police say they acted on a neighbour's tip-off, broke the wall, and rescued the two women
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Denying women inheritance goes against Islamic teachings: CJP Isa
CJ Isa condemned misuse of honor killings in name of dignity, reiterated equal treatment for women
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‘Women’s role crucial for national progress’
Scores of women from diverse backgrounds participate in Women’s Day event
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The women barred from voting by their husbands
Women face barriers to voting imposed by male elders, challenging gender norms for political participation
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Waziristan woman jumps into electoral fray
Abida emphasises need to grant women their rights without violating tribal traditions
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Female K-P cop helps widow reclaim encroached land
ASP Nayab Ramzan stood with Naheed Akhtar whose plot in Mansehra had been occupied for 3 years
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US seeks consensus against Afghan Taliban after deviation from Doha deal
US special envoy Thomas West held a series of meetings in Islamabad to recalibrate the Afghan strategy
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Exiled Afghan MP says Taliban 'erasing' women
‘There is nothing left except that the next edict might be that woman should not breathe’, says Fawzia Koofi
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Afghan Taliban order NGOs to ban female employees from work
Some female employees were not adhered to the Islamic dress code for women, reads letter
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Students defy Iran protest ultimatum, unrest enters more dangerous phase
Across the country, security forces try to block students inside university buildings, firing tear gas
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Women students tell Iran's president to ‘get lost’ as unrest rages
Raisi addressed students at Alzahra University in Tehran, reciting a poem that equated ‘rioters’ with flies
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Iran denies security forces killed 16-year-old girl during protests
Officials say Sarina Esmaeilzadeh committed suicide by falling off a roof
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UN says three Afghan female staff temporarily detained by Taliban
Taliban spokesperson rejects allegations saying officials ‘wanted to know about a gathering of women’
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Taliban violently disperse rare women's protest in Kabul
About 40 women — chanting ‘bread, work and freedom’ — marched in front of the education ministry building
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US envoy meets Taliban diplomat, presses women's rights
The two also discuss economic stabilisation in Afghanistan and concerns over attacks on civilians
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Qadri urges PM to ban ‘anti-Islam slogans’ during ’Aurat March’
Religious affairs minister asks premier to mark ‘Int’l Hijab Day’ on March 8 to highlight issues of religious freedom
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Taliban warn against dissent, women's rights activism
Nobody should create turmoil, because it disrupts peace and order, says spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid
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Taliban fighters pepper spray women protesters calling for rights
Around 20 women gathered in front of Kabul University, chanting ‘equality and justice’
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Supreme Court laments male heirs defrauding females
Court orders property of deceased to be distributed among legal heirs in accordance with Muslim laws of inheritance
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Women can choose to mention husband’s name in CNIC
Nadra chairman says revolutionary steps taken to increase women's registration, protect their rights
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A curtain divides male, female students as Afghan universities reopen
Guidelines listed measures such as the mandatory wearing of hijabs and separate entrances for female students
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Taliban must decide if they want international recognition: Biden
US president says he does not think the group has changed its fundamental beliefs
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PML-N- demands forensic audit of Sialkot by-polls
Submits application with ECP alleging rigging in the contest
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Women from across the country take to the streets to celebrate their day
Marchers aim to highlight the plight of womenfolk in Pakistani society and demand changes
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Mamond jirga warned over women decree
District administration Bajaur has warned local elders of legal action if they create hurdles for local women
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Anoushey Ashraf sets up initiative to bring awareness to abuse
Ashraf will be sharing horrific sexual abuse stories on her platform for the next 4-5 days
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How is Covid-19 pandemic affecting women litigants, lawyers?
Legal experts point out women’s woes in seeking justice during the worst health crisis
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Bilawal, Shehbaz reject federal budget
Two leaders agree to call APC next week
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‘Right to own land crucial for empowering rural women’
Experts call for bridging gender pay gaps, implementing property laws
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Slogan controversy hurting women’s cause: Kashmala
Ceremony to mark International Women's Day held at the President House in Islamabad
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Indian court finds lawmaker from Modi's BJP guilty of rape
After facing criticism for failing to act swiftly, Modi-led BJP expelled Kuldeep Singh Sengar from party in August
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‘Improved laws needed to safeguard women’s rights’
Speakers call for greater representation of women in decision-making processes to end violence
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India gangrape protests mount as schoolgirl killed
Spark for the protests is the gangrape and murder of a 27-year-old vet on the outskirts of Hyderabad
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‘Nation responsible for protecting women’s rights’
President Alvi says all necessary laws to safeguard women exist
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Anti-harassment cells to address problems: Buledi
Says provision and implementation of rights of women can help stop violence against them
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Afghanistan must do more to prevent violence against women: UN
The rate of violence against women in Afghanistan has increased in recent months, research reveals
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‘About 35% women workers are harassed, tortured at brick kiln'
Large number of women suffer bounded labour conditions in 10 sectors including brick kiln, agriculture and fishing
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SCSW launches Sindh’s first strategic plan for women empowerment
The plan is aimed at reviewing laws from a gender perspective, taking steps to end violence against women
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Morocco TV show censured for guest's boast of 'beating wife'
Singer Adil Miloudi says in Morocco, this is normal, anyone can do what he wants with his wife, hit her, kill her
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Saudi women allowed to travel abroad without male guardian’s permission
The reforms are widely celebrated in the kingdom, but they also draw backlash from some people
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Female paleontologists don beards to get level playing field
'If I just put a beard on, then maybe they would listen to what I have to say'
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Proposed New Zealand abortion law to give women right to choose
The bill, to be introduced to parliament on Thursday, will be a conscience vote rather than along party lines
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Saudi Arabia allows women to travel without male 'guardian' approval
The reform erodes longstanding guardianship system of men exercising arbitrary authority over women
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Afghan radio station shuts down after threats by suspected Taliban
Taliban commander objects to women working as presenters, officials at radio station
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Meesha Shafi, Chris Evans, Lady Gaga and others condemn #AbortionBan
'This is awful. Outrageous. Unconstitutional'
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Islam gives unprecedented rights to women: scholars
Scholar says women are allowed to work and run business to earn money
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In pictures: International Women's Day celebrated across the world
The day marks the celebration of women's achievements and aims to further their rights
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France to tighten online bullying laws after media 'boys' club' scandal
French minister says change in legal status of social networks is considered to apprehend cyber bullies
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African-American hijabi rapper hopes to change ‘derogatory’ rap through her music
"My hair's covered cuz there's layers to read my mind," Neelam Hakeem raps.
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Women march for safe streets after murder of Israeli student
Part of the Women's March campaign held around the world