First Woman Speaker of Pakistan National Assembly Elected

Wednesday, March 19th, 2008

Women felt elated and people generally hailed as Pakistan had its first ever woman Speaker of the National Assembly. Born on December 20, 1956 in Karachi, Dr. Fehmida Mirza took over the chair from outgoing Speaker Chaudhry Amir Hussain after her election by overwhelming two-third majority in the secret ballot. An ...

Muslim Women Pilots in Pakistan Air Forces

Tuesday, March 18th, 2008

Two women pilots of Pakistan Air Forces at an air base. This picture is for those who believe that Muslim women are not allowed to take part in activities other than just stay at home and take care of children.   Souce: Jang