In recent years, Pakistani television shows have increasingly concentrated on the adversities encountered by women, providing spectators with insight into their experiences.

Below are five dramas that have adeptly emphasised these significant themes:

Udaari (2016): This innovative play addressed the delicate issue of child protection, centring on a man who jeopardises the safety of his young stepdaughter and niece.

Featuring Urwa Hocane and Farhan Saeed, ‘Udaari’ initiated significant discussions around child protection and the necessity for awareness.

Baaghi: Inspired by the life of model Qandeel Baloch, ‘Baaghi’ depicted the challenges women encounter in claiming their autonomy. The drama depicted Qandeel’s odyssey in a society where conventional norms frequently eclipse women’s rights.

Hadsaa: Inspired by a true event, ‘Hadsaa’ chronicles a woman’s quest for justice following a tragic experience witnessed by her children. The drama underscored perseverance and the significance of advocating for one’s rights, while illustrating the victim’s post-trauma challenges.

Juda: Focused on the emotional odyssey of a lady confronting a difficult marriage, Juda poignantly illustrated the intricacies of love and support, highlighting the fortitude required to pursue an improved existence.

Cheekh: Starring Saba Qamar, this gripping series chronicles a woman’s quest for justice on behalf of her companion. The drama emphasised societal constraints and the importance of championing women’s rights.

These shows not only entertain but also stimulate intelligent discourse on women’s empowerment and social issues, resonating with audiences and fostering awareness.

Following a substantial surge the prior day, gold prices in Pakistan are ascending to unprecedented levels with an additional gain on Thursday, coinciding with a rise in global precious metal rates.

The price of 24-karat gold in the local market rose by Rs700 per tola, reaching Rs277,900, as reported by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA).

Likewise, the cost of 10 grams of 24-karat gold increased by Rs600, currently priced at Rs238,254.

Globally, gold prices exhibited an upward trend, increasing by $7 throughout the day. The APGJSA reports that the international gold price was $2,682 per ounce.

Notwithstanding the increase in gold prices, the silver market exhibited stability, with the price of silver maintained at Rs3,050 per tola.

In the previous month, gold prices in Pakistan reached an unprecedented high of Rs 277,000 a tola, driven by substantial gains in the worldwide market.

Following the Prime Minister’s directions, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) persists in delivering humanitarian assistance to the war-affected populations of Gaza and Lebanon.

The second cargo of supplies was sent from Karachi to Lebanon today.

The relief package, dispatched by the NDMA in partnership with the Al-Khidmat Foundation, consists of roughly 100 tons of provisions, including pharmaceuticals, ready-to-eat meat, tents, tarpaulins, thermal bedding, winter apparel, and powdered milk.

The assistance was sent by air from Jinnah International Airport in Karachi to Beirut, Lebanon.

The farewell ceremony at Jinnah International Airport was attended by representatives from the NDMA, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Al-Khidmat Foundation, and local authorities.

The delegates underscored the pressing necessity to deliver assistance to the war-affected populations of Palestine and Lebanon, in light of the continuing conflict and the requirements of the impacted communities.

They reiterated the Government’s dedication to assisting their compatriots in need and emphasized the significance of cooperation among welfare groups and the Pakistani populace in enhancing these initiatives.

This constitutes Pakistan’s twelfth aid shipment to Palestine and Lebanon. Previously, ten relief shipments were dispatched to Palestine.

The Government of Pakistan persists in dispatching relief supplies according to the need of the war-affected populations in Lebanon.