LAHORE
The Punjab University Academic Staff Association (PU-ASA) has strongly condemned efforts of intervention in the process of proceedings against a University Law College teacher on her misconduct.
According to a joint press statement issued here Wednesday, ASA office-bearers said that the so-called Faculty Strengthening Forum was a branch of Academic Group which was not supported even by a few teachers of the university. They said that the basic purpose of the
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GCU VC Lahore condoles
LAHORE
GOVERNMENT College University Lahore Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Muhammad Khaleeq-ur-Rahman and faculty members have offered deep condolences on the sad demise of eminent teacher and GCU Political Science Department’s former chairperson Muhammad Azher Ch. Vice Chancellor also paid tribute to the services of Muhammad Azher Ch for GCU. According to a press release issued on Wednesday, in his condolence message to the bereaved family, Vice Chancellor prayed to the Almighty Allah
GOVERNMENT College University Lahore Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Muhammad Khaleeq-ur-Rahman and faculty members have offered deep condolences on the sad demise of eminent teacher and GCU Political Science Department’s former chairperson Muhammad Azher Ch. Vice Chancellor also paid tribute to the services of Muhammad Azher Ch for GCU. According to a press release issued on Wednesday, in his condolence message to the bereaved family, Vice Chancellor prayed to the Almighty Allah
US embassy official visits Punjab University
LAHORE
SENIOR Agriculture Attaché of US Embassy in Islamabad Mr Orestes Vasquez along with agriculture expert of USDA Mr Shafiq-ur-Rehman on Wednesday visited Punjab University Institute of Agriculture Sciences (IAGS).
According to a Press release issued here Wednesday, IAGS Director Dr Muhammad Saleem Haider briefed the delegation on the research programmes being continued at the institute. The delegation was also briefed on latest developments in international
SENIOR Agriculture Attaché of US Embassy in Islamabad Mr Orestes Vasquez along with agriculture expert of USDA Mr Shafiq-ur-Rehman on Wednesday visited Punjab University Institute of Agriculture Sciences (IAGS).
According to a Press release issued here Wednesday, IAGS Director Dr Muhammad Saleem Haider briefed the delegation on the research programmes being continued at the institute. The delegation was also briefed on latest developments in international
Education stressed for economic growth of Pakistan
LAHORE
FOCUSING on vocational and technical education is crucial for economic growth of Pakistan and if it is not done, 80 million youth can create problems for society.
These views were expressed by the discussants in Jang Economic Session on role of vocational education to improve socio-economic conditions here on Wednesday. The discussants were Sikandar M Khan, Imtiaz Cheema, Sohail Lashari, Altaf Baloch, Afzal Khayal, Muhammad Ali Mian, and Col (r) Javed Iqbal
FOCUSING on vocational and technical education is crucial for economic growth of Pakistan and if it is not done, 80 million youth can create problems for society.
These views were expressed by the discussants in Jang Economic Session on role of vocational education to improve socio-economic conditions here on Wednesday. The discussants were Sikandar M Khan, Imtiaz Cheema, Sohail Lashari, Altaf Baloch, Afzal Khayal, Muhammad Ali Mian, and Col (r) Javed Iqbal
Federal Minister for Information Technology summoned in YouTube case
LAHORE
THE Lahore High Court on Wednesday sought personal appearance of Federal Minister for Information Technology (MOIT) and its Secretary (Inter Ministerial Committee) to explain their point of view on the issue of restoration of YouTube after blocking all blasphemous contents.
The court observed that this issue has to be first tackled by the government through a robust and transparent Internet Policy.
The representative of MOIT has pointed out that in
THE Lahore High Court on Wednesday sought personal appearance of Federal Minister for Information Technology (MOIT) and its Secretary (Inter Ministerial Committee) to explain their point of view on the issue of restoration of YouTube after blocking all blasphemous contents.
The court observed that this issue has to be first tackled by the government through a robust and transparent Internet Policy.
The representative of MOIT has pointed out that in
Teachers move court for regular employee status
Karachi
Over 70 employees of the schools set up in Taiser Town - part of the Lyari Rehabilitation Project - have approached the high court for changing their status from contractual employees to regular ones.
A division bench of SHC issued notice to the chief secretary, the education secretary, the KMC administrator and the authorities of Lyari Expressway Resettlement Project, seeking their
Over 70 employees of the schools set up in Taiser Town - part of the Lyari Rehabilitation Project - have approached the high court for changing their status from contractual employees to regular ones.
A division bench of SHC issued notice to the chief secretary, the education secretary, the KMC administrator and the authorities of Lyari Expressway Resettlement Project, seeking their
Dow University of Health Sciences professor ‘forced’ to resign
Karachi
A leading educationist at the Dow University of Health Sciences, Ojha Campus has resigned over “the hurdles created for her by some opportunists that are making it impossible for her to make the school she set up at the university a success”.
Dr Sabeena Jalal, an assistant professor at the DUHS, Ojha Campus earned an MS degree and a PhD from the Harvard University and graduated from the DUHS. She was instrumental in setting up the School of Public Health at
A leading educationist at the Dow University of Health Sciences, Ojha Campus has resigned over “the hurdles created for her by some opportunists that are making it impossible for her to make the school she set up at the university a success”.
Dr Sabeena Jalal, an assistant professor at the DUHS, Ojha Campus earned an MS degree and a PhD from the Harvard University and graduated from the DUHS. She was instrumental in setting up the School of Public Health at
Allama Iqbal Open University announces result of FA exams
Islamabad: The Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has announced the final results of its FA programme for the Autumn Semester 2012 and placed the results on its website (www.aiou.edu.pk).
This was announced by AIOU Controller of Examinations Dr. Hamid Khan Niazi. Results cards, he said, are being sent by post to the students. If any student does not receive his or her result card till August 20, he or she should contact the deputy controller examinations (Abid Hussain Satti)
This was announced by AIOU Controller of Examinations Dr. Hamid Khan Niazi. Results cards, he said, are being sent by post to the students. If any student does not receive his or her result card till August 20, he or she should contact the deputy controller examinations (Abid Hussain Satti)
Health Tips: Medical errors
Medical errors are among the top causes of death and injury, the American Academy of Family Physicians says.
The academy says you can help protect yourself by becoming an active member of your health care team:
Health Tips
* Inform your doctors about all of your medications, including any over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and supplements.
* Tell your doctors about any allergies.
* Make sure your doctors have access to all of
The academy says you can help protect yourself by becoming an active member of your health care team:
Health Tips
* Inform your doctors about all of your medications, including any over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and supplements.
* Tell your doctors about any allergies.
* Make sure your doctors have access to all of
All Fata IT teachers seek reinstatement
PESHAWAR: The All Fata Information Technology (IT) Teachers Association Wednesday staged a protest and asked the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa governor to reinstate them.Led by the association president Ajmal Khan and secretary general Nisar Jan, the demonstrators gathered outside the press club and chanted slogans in favour of their demands. Speaking on the occasion, the protesters said around 155 teachers were performing duty against fixed pay scale in various schools and colleges in tribal areas for
LLM final year theses
Karachi
The students of Master of Laws (final year) can submit their theses in their respective law colleges without any late fee by September 15, announced the controller of examinations of the University of Karachi on Wednesday.
Six copies of the thesis in accordance with research methodology would be required about 12 subjects of LLM previous to final
The students of Master of Laws (final year) can submit their theses in their respective law colleges without any late fee by September 15, announced the controller of examinations of the University of Karachi on Wednesday.
Six copies of the thesis in accordance with research methodology would be required about 12 subjects of LLM previous to final
RBISE Rawalpindi announces schedule for SSC supplementary examinations
Rawalpindi
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE), Rawalpindi, on Wednesday announced the schedule for the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Supplementary Examination, which would start on September 12.
According to the schedule issued by the board officials, the candidates could submit their admission forms online till August 12.
The fee for regular students belonging to Arts Group is Rs600 for reappearing in the 9th class subjects.
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE), Rawalpindi, on Wednesday announced the schedule for the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Supplementary Examination, which would start on September 12.
According to the schedule issued by the board officials, the candidates could submit their admission forms online till August 12.
The fee for regular students belonging to Arts Group is Rs600 for reappearing in the 9th class subjects.
Process to appoint Agriculture University vice-chancellor begins
PESHAWAR: The government has finally advertised the post of vice-chancellor of Agriculture University that became vacant on completion of the tenure of Prof Khan Bahadur Marwat.
Prof Khan Bahadur Marwat had been told by the Higher Education Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, to hand over charge to the senior most faculty member as his tenure was about to end and he had already been selected as vice-chancellor of the Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University in Upper Dir district. However, he
Prof Khan Bahadur Marwat had been told by the Higher Education Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, to hand over charge to the senior most faculty member as his tenure was about to end and he had already been selected as vice-chancellor of the Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University in Upper Dir district. However, he
WWF supports workshop to support the formulation of a National Zoo Association in Pakistan
LAHORE - World Wide Fund for Nature-Pakistan (WWF-Pakistan) organised a workshop to support the formulation of a National Zoo Association in Pakistan. The workshop was attended by representatives of national zoos including Lahore Zoo, Lahore Zoo Safari, Karachi Zoo and Lalazar Wildlife Park (KP), Climate Change Division and WWF – Pakistan.
The workshop provided an opportunity for representatives of national level zoos and relevant stakeholders to share views regarding the formulation of a
The workshop provided an opportunity for representatives of national level zoos and relevant stakeholders to share views regarding the formulation of a
Press Council of Pakistan (PCP) for laying down journalism entrants’ criteria
ISLAMABAD - The Press Council of Pakistan (PCP) has constituted a committee to lay down the criteria for the minimum qualification for a new entrant in the field of reporting.
The four-member committee consists of Mujeeb-ur-Reham Shami, Wamiq-a-Zuberi, Nasir Zaidi and Dr. Shahjahan.
According to a statement issued here on Wednesday, the committee will consult all the stakeholders including APNS, CPNE, PFUJ, academia and other relevant organisations in this regard before submitting report for
The four-member committee consists of Mujeeb-ur-Reham Shami, Wamiq-a-Zuberi, Nasir Zaidi and Dr. Shahjahan.
According to a statement issued here on Wednesday, the committee will consult all the stakeholders including APNS, CPNE, PFUJ, academia and other relevant organisations in this regard before submitting report for
Citizens Eid shopping on
LAHORE/KHYBER - KHALID MALIK/aHMAD nABI - Braving security threats and rampant inflation, people started thronging markets for Eid shopping.
The citizens claimed the shopkeepers of these markets are fleecing the consumers in the name of quality products and charging a huge profit even on low-quality products. For instance, a citizen claimed that a pair of children shoes with price ranging Rs150-700 in local markets, being sailed at Rs300-1500 in major markets, the survey has exposed.
The citizens claimed the shopkeepers of these markets are fleecing the consumers in the name of quality products and charging a huge profit even on low-quality products. For instance, a citizen claimed that a pair of children shoes with price ranging Rs150-700 in local markets, being sailed at Rs300-1500 in major markets, the survey has exposed.
Notices issued on plea against end of MBBS evening programme Chandka Medical College (CMC), Larkana,
LARKANA, The Sindh High Court on Wednesday issued notices for Aug 7 to the vice chancellor of the Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University (SMBBMU) and others in a petition of 47 students who had been given admission to the MBBS evening classes in the Chandka Medical College (CMC), Larkana, but the provincial government later closed the programme.
The students — including Murk, Rukhsana Brohi, Shugufta, Sapna Samejo, Furqan Ali Abbasi, Ghazala Khokhar, Galib Hussain, Sonam Rani
The students — including Murk, Rukhsana Brohi, Shugufta, Sapna Samejo, Furqan Ali Abbasi, Ghazala Khokhar, Galib Hussain, Sonam Rani
Traffic police FM radio starting transmission today at FM88.6 frequency across the city
KARACHI, The Sindh police FM radio service will be launched on Aug 1 and it can be listened to at FM88.6 frequency across the city.
The channel will provide information on alternative routes in case of traffic jams. This was stated in a report presented by DIG of traffic police of Karachi Abdul Khaliq Sheikh to Inspector General of Sindh Police Shahid Nadeem Baloch.
He said in the report that the test transmission of the police FM radio service had already started from its office
The channel will provide information on alternative routes in case of traffic jams. This was stated in a report presented by DIG of traffic police of Karachi Abdul Khaliq Sheikh to Inspector General of Sindh Police Shahid Nadeem Baloch.
He said in the report that the test transmission of the police FM radio service had already started from its office
Study finds 43pc decrease in Indus River dolphin population across Sindh inhabiting the area between the Guddu and Sukkur barrages.
KARACHI, July 31: A recent study has shown that there has been a 43 per cent reduction over the past five years in the population of Indus River dolphin inhabiting the area between the Guddu and Sukkur barrages.
However, there has also been a 44pc increase in the number of dolphins dwelling the area between the Taunsa and Guddu barrages over the past decade.
The study titled ‘Abundance of Indus River Dolphin (Platanista gangetica minor) in 2011 and 2012’, is conducted by the World
However, there has also been a 44pc increase in the number of dolphins dwelling the area between the Taunsa and Guddu barrages over the past decade.
The study titled ‘Abundance of Indus River Dolphin (Platanista gangetica minor) in 2011 and 2012’, is conducted by the World
Islamia College Peshawar, needs a full-time vice-chancellor
FOUNDED in 1913, Islamia College Peshawar, now a chartered university, is celebrating its centenary. The occasion should be of great importance for the faculty members, students and alumni of this great seat of learning. However, ground situation in Islamia College is quite disappointing as its performance has been marred by grouping among the teachers and tussle between the administration and a group of faculty members, who claim that they are being victimised for no fault of their.
After
After
Commission for school exams being set up Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education (E&SE) Department
PESHAWAR, The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Elementary and Secondary Education (E&SE) Department has decided to establish an examination commission for conducting centralised external examinations of grade-V and VIII students in government schools for improving quality of education, according to officials.
The commission would be established at provincial level, which would be responsible for conducting examinations of grade-V and VIII students in educational institutions across the
The commission would be established at provincial level, which would be responsible for conducting examinations of grade-V and VIII students in educational institutions across the
Varsity board approved appointment of members Academic Council of the University of Malakand
Varsity board members
TIMERGARA, July 31: The Academic Council of the University of Malakand on Wednesday approved appointment of members of the advanced study research board.
The decision was taken at the third meeting of the council chaired by vice-chancellor Professor Johar Ali.
The council also recommended launch of different undergraduate and postgraduate courses for the affiliated colleges of the university. It also approved by-laws for MS, MPhil, and PhD programmes.
On the
TIMERGARA, July 31: The Academic Council of the University of Malakand on Wednesday approved appointment of members of the advanced study research board.
The decision was taken at the third meeting of the council chaired by vice-chancellor Professor Johar Ali.
The council also recommended launch of different undergraduate and postgraduate courses for the affiliated colleges of the university. It also approved by-laws for MS, MPhil, and PhD programmes.
On the
Sacked teachers block road Fata information technology teachers
Sacked teachers block road
PESHAWAR, July 31: The sacked Fata information technology teachers on Wednesday blocked the Sher Shah Suri road demanding of the government to reinstate them.
Holding banners and placards inscribed with their demands the protesters shouted slogans against the Fata secretariat.
Talking to reporters on the occasion All Fata IT teachers association president Ajmal Khan and general secretary Amanullah said 55 teachers had been sacked when they demanded their
PESHAWAR, July 31: The sacked Fata information technology teachers on Wednesday blocked the Sher Shah Suri road demanding of the government to reinstate them.
Holding banners and placards inscribed with their demands the protesters shouted slogans against the Fata secretariat.
Talking to reporters on the occasion All Fata IT teachers association president Ajmal Khan and general secretary Amanullah said 55 teachers had been sacked when they demanded their
Admission date extended University of Swat
Admission date extended
MINGORA, July 31: The University of Swat on Wednesday extended last date for submission of admission forms in different disciplines in the newly established Collage of Home Sciences till August 15.
A press release issued here stated that initial merit list would now be displayed on August 16 and interviews would be conducted on August 19 and 20, while classes will be commenced from August 26.
Initially, four-year programmes would be offered in the collage. The
MINGORA, July 31: The University of Swat on Wednesday extended last date for submission of admission forms in different disciplines in the newly established Collage of Home Sciences till August 15.
A press release issued here stated that initial merit list would now be displayed on August 16 and interviews would be conducted on August 19 and 20, while classes will be commenced from August 26.
Initially, four-year programmes would be offered in the collage. The
Ban on appointment of teachers termed illegal Peshawar University Teachers Association
PESHAWAR The Peshawar University Teachers Association has termed the ban imposed by provincial government on promotion and appointment of teachers as illegal and against the autonomy of the public-sector universities.
In a press release, Peshawar University Teachers Association (Puta) president Jamil Chitrali criticised the ban imposed by higher education department few days ago and termed it interference in the affairs of the educational institutions.
The Puta president said that
In a press release, Peshawar University Teachers Association (Puta) president Jamil Chitrali criticised the ban imposed by higher education department few days ago and termed it interference in the affairs of the educational institutions.
The Puta president said that
Project to protect snow leopard launched in central Chitral.
CHITRAL, With the financial assistance of the USAID, the Snow Leopard Foundation here on Wednesday launched a project for protecting snow leopard in central Chitral.
Speaking at the launching ceremony, the director conservation of SLF Hafeez Buzdar said the pastures of six villages in central Chitral were habitats of the wild beast. He said local people often killed the wildcat to prevent their cattle from its attacks in the pastures.
“The project has evolved a two-pronged strategy of
Speaking at the launching ceremony, the director conservation of SLF Hafeez Buzdar said the pastures of six villages in central Chitral were habitats of the wild beast. He said local people often killed the wildcat to prevent their cattle from its attacks in the pastures.
“The project has evolved a two-pronged strategy of
Sports gala of the Capital Development Authority (CDA)
ISLAMABAD, July 31: The four days sports gala of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) will
start from Thursday (August 1) at the grounds of I-10 sector.
On the special directives of CDA chairman Nadeem Hassan Asif, Sports and Culture Directorate has arranged sports gala to provide healthy sports opportunities to the talented youth of Islamabad. —
start from Thursday (August 1) at the grounds of I-10 sector.
On the special directives of CDA chairman Nadeem Hassan Asif, Sports and Culture Directorate has arranged sports gala to provide healthy sports opportunities to the talented youth of Islamabad. —
training Workshop for waste management firms providing guidance on administrative, operational, legal, financial and technical matters
LAHORE, July 31: The Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC) on Wednesday organised a daylong training workshop for officials of waste management companies, recently established in six major districts of Punjab.
The workshop was aimed at providing guidance on administrative, operational, legal, financial and technical matters to officials from Sialkot, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Multan and Bahawalpur, according to a spokesperson.
LWMC Managing Director Waseem Ajmal Chaudhry
The workshop was aimed at providing guidance on administrative, operational, legal, financial and technical matters to officials from Sialkot, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Multan and Bahawalpur, according to a spokesperson.
LWMC Managing Director Waseem Ajmal Chaudhry
Lahore High Court to hear IT minister on issue Federal Minister of Information and Technology
LAHORE, Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah of the Lahore High Court has directed the Federal Minister of Information and Technology and Inter-Ministerial Committee secretary to appear in person and explain their views about banning controversial stuff on the internet as the matter to be first tackled by the government through a robust and transparent Internet Policy.
The judge was hearing a petition against the ban imposed on access to YouTube which is run by Google.
A representative of the
The judge was hearing a petition against the ban imposed on access to YouTube which is run by Google.
A representative of the
PU controversy heats up Punjab University Law College’s woman Punjab University Academic Alliance (PUAA)
LAHORE, The controversy over issuance of an explanation letter to Punjab University Law College’s woman lecturer is heating up as the Punjab University Academic Alliance (PUAA) has announced its support along with the Faculty Strengthening Forum (FSF) for a resolution adopted by law college faculty members.
However, the PU Academic Staff Association condemned ‘interference’ in proceedings against the law college teacher on her ‘misconduct’.
The PUAA has issued a circular,
However, the PU Academic Staff Association condemned ‘interference’ in proceedings against the law college teacher on her ‘misconduct’.
The PUAA has issued a circular,
Lecturer alleges harassment by VC Punjab University Law College refusing to bow against his illegitimate demands.
LAHORE, July 31: A Punjab University Law College lecturer has leveled harassment charges against the Punjab University vice-chancellor (VC) for trying to punish her for refusing to bow against his illegitimate demands.
In a four-page complaint submitted with the Punjab Ombudsperson office on Tuesday subsequent submission of the complaint to the VC office on July 26, Law College lecturer Khujista Rehan alleged VC Prof Dr Mujahid Kamran was punishing her for her refusal to provide him with
In a four-page complaint submitted with the Punjab Ombudsperson office on Tuesday subsequent submission of the complaint to the VC office on July 26, Law College lecturer Khujista Rehan alleged VC Prof Dr Mujahid Kamran was punishing her for her refusal to provide him with
SSC part-II Matric result announced by BISE Larkana board
LARKANA, The result of Secondary School Certificate Part-II (class-X) annual examinations for both science and general groups was announced by the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Larkana on Wednesday.
A total of 33,042 students appeared for the matric exam in science group out of whom only 1,504 could clinch A-1 grade while 7,787 students bagged A grade. Out of the remaining, 11,533 acquired B grade, 5,889 C grade, 697 D grade and only nine E grade. The passing
A total of 33,042 students appeared for the matric exam in science group out of whom only 1,504 could clinch A-1 grade while 7,787 students bagged A grade. Out of the remaining, 11,533 acquired B grade, 5,889 C grade, 697 D grade and only nine E grade. The passing
Malakand varsity approves graduate postgraduate courses BS 4 year program in semester system
M. Haleem Asad
CHAKDARA (APP): The University of Malakand is striving to achieve excellence in the field of education as it has not only formally constituted the statuary bodies but has also held their meetings to further the cause of education.
In this regard, MS, M.Phil, PhD classes have commenced and the BS 4 year program in semester system has been implemented in letter and spirit.
This was stated by the Vice Chancellor of the Univeristy Prof. Johar Ali while chairing the 3rd meeting of
CHAKDARA (APP): The University of Malakand is striving to achieve excellence in the field of education as it has not only formally constituted the statuary bodies but has also held their meetings to further the cause of education.
In this regard, MS, M.Phil, PhD classes have commenced and the BS 4 year program in semester system has been implemented in letter and spirit.
This was stated by the Vice Chancellor of the Univeristy Prof. Johar Ali while chairing the 3rd meeting of
Workshop: Disabled want govt jobs, other facilities "Decent Work and Person with Disabilities"
MULTAN (APP): In a seminar on "Decent Work and Person with Disabilities" held at local hotel the speakers mostly disable persons urged their other fellows to put their energies into action in order to get their due rights in the society.
Representatives of International Labour Organisation (ILO) observed that their was need to encourage the special persons residing in home.
They shared some experiences of working with the disabled persons and stressed for creating awareness about rights of
Representatives of International Labour Organisation (ILO) observed that their was need to encourage the special persons residing in home.
They shared some experiences of working with the disabled persons and stressed for creating awareness about rights of
University of Malakand approves graduate, postgraduate courses
CHAKDARA (APP): The University of Malakand is striving to achieve excellence in the field of education as it has not only formally constituted the statuary bodies but has also held their meetings to further the cause of education.
In this regard, MS, M.Phil, PhD classes have commenced and the BS 4 year program in semester system has been implemented in letter and spirit.
This was stated by the Vice Chancellor of the Univeristy Prof. Johar Ali while chairing the 3rd meeting of the Academic
In this regard, MS, M.Phil, PhD classes have commenced and the BS 4 year program in semester system has been implemented in letter and spirit.
This was stated by the Vice Chancellor of the Univeristy Prof. Johar Ali while chairing the 3rd meeting of the Academic
Govt praises services of Pvt schools: Provincial Minister Mujtaba
LAHORE (APP): Provincial Minister for Finance Mian Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman has said private schools are playing a pivotal role for the provision of quality education and government highly appreciates services of private sector for the enhancement of literacy rate and considers it an active partner in the struggle of promotion of education in country.
The minister said provision of education was constitutional obligation of the government but the government could not do this duty single
The minister said provision of education was constitutional obligation of the government but the government could not do this duty single
Punjab mega project to facilitate 50,000 students
LAHORE (NNI): Realizing the importance of phrase 'Education is the most powerful weapon a country must afford', Punjab Government is working on the policy to upgrade education standard in the country.
Finance Minister Mian Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman said that Rs. 244 billion to be invested in education sector that will comprise of 26% of Punjab budget.
"Under the Punjab Endowment Fund, more than 50,000 students are getting stipend," he further said and added that promotion of modern and quality
Finance Minister Mian Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman said that Rs. 244 billion to be invested in education sector that will comprise of 26% of Punjab budget.
"Under the Punjab Endowment Fund, more than 50,000 students are getting stipend," he further said and added that promotion of modern and quality
Workshop: Disabled want govt jobs
MULTAN (APP): In a seminar on "Decent Work and Person with Disabilities" held at local hotel the speakers mostly disable persons urged their other fellows to put their energies into action in order to get their due rights in the society.
Representatives of International Labour Organisation (ILO) observed that their was need to encourage the special persons residing in home.
They shared some experiences of working with the disabled persons and stressed for creating awareness about rights of
Representatives of International Labour Organisation (ILO) observed that their was need to encourage the special persons residing in home.
They shared some experiences of working with the disabled persons and stressed for creating awareness about rights of
Muhammad Atif orders to start training, refresher courses for teachers
PESHAWAR: Elementary and Secondary Education Muhammad Arif directed the officials of his department to start training and refresher courses of the teacher of elementary and secondary.
The minister gave these directives while presiding over a meeting of RITI of education department on Wednesday. Additional Secretary Qaiser Alam, Director RITI Bashir Hussain Shah, Director Education Rafique Khattak, Senior Planning Officers Hasmat Ali and other were also present at the meeting.
He also directed
The minister gave these directives while presiding over a meeting of RITI of education department on Wednesday. Additional Secretary Qaiser Alam, Director RITI Bashir Hussain Shah, Director Education Rafique Khattak, Senior Planning Officers Hasmat Ali and other were also present at the meeting.
He also directed
Police FM radio service to start
KARACHI: The police FM radio service which will commence on August 1, will air its broadcast in two shifts, said a police spokesman on Wednesday. He said that the DIG Traffic Karachi, Abdul Khaliq Shaikh, in a report to Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh, Shahid Nadeem Baloch, said listeners could tune in frequency 88.6. “They can stay themselves informed about the flow of traffic around any thoroughfare, market, shopping centre and about alternate routes in case of any traffic jams,”
CDA’s sports gala
ISLAMABAD: The four-day sports gala of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) will start tomorrow (Friday) at sector I10 ground.
On the directives of CDA Chairman Nadeem Hassan Asif, Sports and Culture Directorate is holding a sports gala during the last Ashra of Ramazan to provide healthy sports opportunities to the talented youth of Islamabad.
The sports gala includes cricket, football, basketball and other sports, Sports Director Malik Attaullah Awan told APP. He said that CDA
On the directives of CDA Chairman Nadeem Hassan Asif, Sports and Culture Directorate is holding a sports gala during the last Ashra of Ramazan to provide healthy sports opportunities to the talented youth of Islamabad.
The sports gala includes cricket, football, basketball and other sports, Sports Director Malik Attaullah Awan told APP. He said that CDA
World Hepatitis Day 2013: SIH organises awareness seminar on hepatitis
ISLAMABAD: Shifa International Hospital (SIH) Chief of Medicine & Gastroenterology Dr Nasir Khokhar on Wednesday said that hepatitis has become a devastating global healthcare issue.
Addressing a hepatitis awareness seminar organised by Shifa International Hospital in connection with World Hepatitis Day, Dr Nasir Khokhar said that around one million people die each year from hepatitis B (HBV) infection, making it the ninth leading cause of death in the world. 350 million people worldwide
Addressing a hepatitis awareness seminar organised by Shifa International Hospital in connection with World Hepatitis Day, Dr Nasir Khokhar said that around one million people die each year from hepatitis B (HBV) infection, making it the ninth leading cause of death in the world. 350 million people worldwide
Northern Consortium United Kingdom student ambassadors take oath
LAHORE: The Northern Consortium United Kingdom (NCUK) organised an oath-taking ceremony for its student ambassadors on Wednesday at Alhamra Hall. British Council Lahore Director General Richard Weyers, NCUK Director Nayyer Ali Shah and a large number of students were present on the occasion. Around 400 students belonging to 50 different institutions, including the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), Lahore School of Economics (LSE), Beaconhouse School System (BSS), The City School,
Record of back-door appointments: Federal Directorate of Education works overtime to meet IHC deadline
Many teachers of the Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) will be spending sleepless nights these days after the Islamabad High Court (IHC) sought details of appointments made during the last three years, especially in the final days of the PPP-led government.
Over 1,000 people were appointed during the last week of the previous government in FDE educational institutions as well as organisations like National Institute of Science and Technical Education and Special Education Centre for
Over 1,000 people were appointed during the last week of the previous government in FDE educational institutions as well as organisations like National Institute of Science and Technical Education and Special Education Centre for
Manifold increase in federal government colleges fee
The federal government colleges have increased fee by three and four times for the year 2013-14, sources said on Tuesday.
The increase has come as a shock for the poor parents who cannot afford the raise, Dawn has learnt.
The residents of federal capital preferably go for private colleges. But those who cannot afford their fee prefer model colleges.
But for the parents whose monthly income is less than Rs20,000 the FG college was the best option.
There are 11 FG colleges in
The increase has come as a shock for the poor parents who cannot afford the raise, Dawn has learnt.
The residents of federal capital preferably go for private colleges. But those who cannot afford their fee prefer model colleges.
But for the parents whose monthly income is less than Rs20,000 the FG college was the best option.
There are 11 FG colleges in
Row erupts between Sindh University, workers’ leaders
Sindh University (SU) registrar Mohammad Nawaz Narejo has said that some office-bearers of the SU Employees and Workers Association are creating disturbance on the campus and have launched a smear campaign against the administration after it issued show-cause notices to them for their absence from duty for three months.
Speaking at a news conference at the local press club on Tuesday, Mr Narejo said employees’ leaders including Ghulam Nabi Bhalai, Allah Dayo Sehto, Mohammad Ali Ghangro and
Speaking at a news conference at the local press club on Tuesday, Mr Narejo said employees’ leaders including Ghulam Nabi Bhalai, Allah Dayo Sehto, Mohammad Ali Ghangro and
Department of Pharmacy is offering preparatory courses for candidates Lahore College For Women University
Department of Pharmacy is offering preparatory courses for candidates appearing in competitive examinations (PPSC/FPSC) in Pharmacy discipline
LAST DATE OF REGISTRATION:16-8-13 (TIMINGS 8:00 am TO 3:00 pm)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION: Pharm. D
START OF TRAINING:20-8-13
DURATION: Two Weeks
REGISTRATION FEES/ CANDIDATE: 5000 PKR
The courses are designed to prepare candidates in different disciplines of pharmacy like pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, clinical pharmacy,
LAST DATE OF REGISTRATION:16-8-13 (TIMINGS 8:00 am TO 3:00 pm)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION: Pharm. D
START OF TRAINING:20-8-13
DURATION: Two Weeks
REGISTRATION FEES/ CANDIDATE: 5000 PKR
The courses are designed to prepare candidates in different disciplines of pharmacy like pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, clinical pharmacy,
Spelling Error Detecting digital pen check for spelling mistakes in handwriting
A pair of German inventors have created a digital pen that can check for spelling mistakes in handwriting.
Spelling Error Detecting digital pen heck for spelling mistakes in handwriting learning pen,
The Lernstift, which is German for learning Smart pen, has a built-in sensor that recognises writing movements and tracks the shape of the letters to recognise words. It then vibrates when a mistake is made.
Lernstift also has Wi-Fi built-in and the pen can be connected a
Spelling Error Detecting digital pen heck for spelling mistakes in handwriting learning pen,
The Lernstift, which is German for learning Smart pen, has a built-in sensor that recognises writing movements and tracks the shape of the letters to recognise words. It then vibrates when a mistake is made.
Lernstift also has Wi-Fi built-in and the pen can be connected a
‘Hurouf’ celebrates the essence of Ramazan at Satrang Gallery
Islamabad
Celebrating the essence of Ramazan, Satrang Gallery presents an exhibition of calligraphy titled ‘Hurouf’. The exhibition opening on Monday features eight exceptional artists of international repute, Tajammul Hussain, Gohar Qalam, Rasheed Butt and Ahmed Khan along side emerging artists Arif Khan, Bin Qulander, and Mussarat Arif.
Introducing the artists to the visitors and giving details about the exhibition, Asma Rashid Khan, the director of Satrang
Celebrating the essence of Ramazan, Satrang Gallery presents an exhibition of calligraphy titled ‘Hurouf’. The exhibition opening on Monday features eight exceptional artists of international repute, Tajammul Hussain, Gohar Qalam, Rasheed Butt and Ahmed Khan along side emerging artists Arif Khan, Bin Qulander, and Mussarat Arif.
Introducing the artists to the visitors and giving details about the exhibition, Asma Rashid Khan, the director of Satrang
Tuesday, 30 July 2013
Rawalpindi Grammar Public School students shine in SSC exam Secondary School Certificate examination
Rawalpindi
Students of the Grammar Public School, Saidpur Road, Satellite Town showed 100% result in the Secondary School Certificate examination of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Rawalpindi, says a press release.
Saba Nimal got 943 marks and bagged first position and gold medal in the board in General Science Group.
Among girls, Aqsa Malik got first position with 1000 marks in the school, Zarnab Rizwan stood second with 989 marks and Shahneel Fatima stood third with
Students of the Grammar Public School, Saidpur Road, Satellite Town showed 100% result in the Secondary School Certificate examination of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Rawalpindi, says a press release.
Saba Nimal got 943 marks and bagged first position and gold medal in the board in General Science Group.
Among girls, Aqsa Malik got first position with 1000 marks in the school, Zarnab Rizwan stood second with 989 marks and Shahneel Fatima stood third with
Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences PIMS holds awareness walk to mark World Hepatitis Day
Islamabad
The Department of Gastroenterology at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences arranged a walk to raise awareness among public and patients in the hospital about various aspects of hepatitis.
Head of Gastroenterology Department at PIMS Professor Dr Tashfeen Adam and Deputy Director at PIMS Dr. Wasim Ahmed Khawaja led the walk that was organised to mark World Hepatitis Day. Doctors and nurses serving at gastroenterology department of the hospital participated in the walk that was
The Department of Gastroenterology at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences arranged a walk to raise awareness among public and patients in the hospital about various aspects of hepatitis.
Head of Gastroenterology Department at PIMS Professor Dr Tashfeen Adam and Deputy Director at PIMS Dr. Wasim Ahmed Khawaja led the walk that was organised to mark World Hepatitis Day. Doctors and nurses serving at gastroenterology department of the hospital participated in the walk that was
Higher Education Commission (HEC) to introduce online learning scheme in higher education institutions, says Laghari
Islamabad
To approach the youth living in far-flung and underdeveloped areas, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) plans to introduce online learning scheme in the higher education institutions. The policy of new learning scheme will be introduced after extensive consultation with all stakeholders.
The information was shared by the Higher Education Commission Chairman Dr. Javaid Laghari in an interview with ‘The News’. He said that besides ensuring quality at higher education
To approach the youth living in far-flung and underdeveloped areas, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) plans to introduce online learning scheme in the higher education institutions. The policy of new learning scheme will be introduced after extensive consultation with all stakeholders.
The information was shared by the Higher Education Commission Chairman Dr. Javaid Laghari in an interview with ‘The News’. He said that besides ensuring quality at higher education
MoU signed Riphah International University (RIU) and SKANS School of Accountancy
Islamabad
Riphah Institute of Public Policy (RIPP), Riphah International University (RIU) and SKANS School of Accountancy singed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at RIPP campus in Islamabad here on Monday.
The MoU was signed by the Director and the chief Executive of SKANS on behalf of their respective organizations The MoU will provide a framework for academic and professional cooperation to both the institutions in the fields of Public Financial and Expenditures, Audit, Accountancy,
Riphah Institute of Public Policy (RIPP), Riphah International University (RIU) and SKANS School of Accountancy singed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at RIPP campus in Islamabad here on Monday.
The MoU was signed by the Director and the chief Executive of SKANS on behalf of their respective organizations The MoU will provide a framework for academic and professional cooperation to both the institutions in the fields of Public Financial and Expenditures, Audit, Accountancy,
Research projects being undertaken on food security issues Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistani higher education institutions
Islamabad
Under facilitation of the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistani higher education institutions are conducting research to resolve food security and agricultural issues in the country in collaboration with leading American universities.
Food security refers to the availability of food and one’s access to it. The food security in Pakistan seems extremely chaotic as despite the fact that farmers are producing more and more, especially wheat, and the country is enjoying
Under facilitation of the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistani higher education institutions are conducting research to resolve food security and agricultural issues in the country in collaboration with leading American universities.
Food security refers to the availability of food and one’s access to it. The food security in Pakistan seems extremely chaotic as despite the fact that farmers are producing more and more, especially wheat, and the country is enjoying
SSC par-ii result 2013 X-Science Group Annual Examination -2013 announced on Thursday 01-Aug-2013 Karachi
Result-2013
The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) has announced results of the annual exams for 2013 class X-Science Group Result Annual Examination -2013 (Result will be announced on Thursday 01-Aug-2013 after 12:00 PM)
Students of general group and special group will also be awarded on the day by Board of Secondary Education Karachi BSEK’s Chairman Fasihuddin Khan,” Controller Examination Noman Ahsan announced on Tuesday.
Secured First Three Position in
The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) has announced results of the annual exams for 2013 class X-Science Group Result Annual Examination -2013 (Result will be announced on Thursday 01-Aug-2013 after 12:00 PM)
Students of general group and special group will also be awarded on the day by Board of Secondary Education Karachi BSEK’s Chairman Fasihuddin Khan,” Controller Examination Noman Ahsan announced on Tuesday.
Secured First Three Position in
SSC part-ii Result 2013 Karachi announced tomorrow BSEK’s Board of Secondary Education Karachi
The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) has announced results of the annual exams for 2013 calss X will now be announced on Thursday tomorrow first august 2013 instead of the earlier scheduled date of July 31, due to Yaum-i-Ali jaloos in all city will be close for the youm e ali day Karachi board show the Results for science group will be announced at 11am in the board office’s conference hall on Thursday 1st August. all Students of general group and special group will also
CAP admission 2013 Karachi open forms available
Centralized Admission Policy (CAP) announced the admission shades class Xi in all karachi colleges for the male and female candidates all girls and boys apply for the admission of pre-engineering, pre-medical, computer science, commerce, humanities home economics in the all karachi intermediate academical institutions and CAP admission forms available in all bank Branch of National banks habib banks in Karachi
The system of Centralized Admission Policy (CAP) introduced in the year
The system of Centralized Admission Policy (CAP) introduced in the year
CAP 2013 Admissions open pre-engineering, pre-medical, computer science, commerce, humanities home economics
Welcome to Centralized Admission Policy - CAP 2013
The system of Centralized Admission Policy (CAP) was introduced in the year 2000 by the Education Department, Government of Sindh for granting admissions in class XI in the colleges and higher secondary education.
The very objective of the policy is to streamline the process of Admissions and root out every sort of irregularities as well as to provide equal opportunity to the students for getting admission in the colleges of their choice on
The system of Centralized Admission Policy (CAP) was introduced in the year 2000 by the Education Department, Government of Sindh for granting admissions in class XI in the colleges and higher secondary education.
The very objective of the policy is to streamline the process of Admissions and root out every sort of irregularities as well as to provide equal opportunity to the students for getting admission in the colleges of their choice on
CAP 2013 admission forms available from today online for admissions in class XI karachi
Karachi:
Placement forms for admission in 133 colleges (68 male and 65 female) and 25 higher secondary schools (11 male and 14 female) will be available from Wednesday (today).
This announcement was made at a press conference held by Director Colleges Dr Nasir Ansar on Tuesday.
Like previous years the price of the Centralised Admission Policy brochure is Rs60 this year as well.
August 19 is the tentative last date of procuring placement forms. If required, the cut-off date may be
Placement forms for admission in 133 colleges (68 male and 65 female) and 25 higher secondary schools (11 male and 14 female) will be available from Wednesday (today).
This announcement was made at a press conference held by Director Colleges Dr Nasir Ansar on Tuesday.
Like previous years the price of the Centralised Admission Policy brochure is Rs60 this year as well.
August 19 is the tentative last date of procuring placement forms. If required, the cut-off date may be
Consultations underway for uniform education system: Baligur Rehman Minister of State for Education, Training and Standard,
ISLAMABAD,: Minister of State for Education, Training and Standard, Mian Baligur Rehman has said the government is making consultations with the provinces for introduction of uniform system of education in the provinces.Talking to a private news channel, he said that the government would provide free education to the brilliant students of the less developed areas of the country. He said the government had also announced to provide free education at higher level to the students at
Resolve energy issue, bring peace in Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,
ISLAMABAD, : Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pervaiz Khattak has said that the government of Pakistan Tehreek-Insaf (PTI) was committed to resolve the issue of energy and bring peace in the province to revive economic activities in KPK. He said that top priority of the provincial government was to provide cheap energy to the industrial sector, which provides employment opportunities to the people. The Chief Minister said the provincial government will bring change within 90 days in major
President-elect history of Mamnoon Hussain hails from conservative Muslim family
KARACHI, : President-elect Mamnoon Hussain, was born to a conservative Muslim family in Agra city of undivided India on December 23, 1940. After Independence, his family migrated to Pakistan in 1949. Mamnoon Hussain got his basic education at home. His father Haji Azhar Hussain hired the services of the best teachers for him, having command on Arabic, English, Persian, Maths, Algebra, and calligraphy.
He passed Matric examination as a private student in 1958.He did graduation in 1963 from
He passed Matric examination as a private student in 1958.He did graduation in 1963 from
KU students can deposit semester fee and the examination forms without late fee up to Oct 31
KARACHI: The Karachi University students can deposit their semester fee and the examination forms without late fee up to October 31.
An official of the institution said on Tuesday that these can be submitted with a late fee of Rs 500 from November 1 to 9 and with Rs 1,000 from November 11 to
An official of the institution said on Tuesday that these can be submitted with a late fee of Rs 500 from November 1 to 9 and with Rs 1,000 from November 11 to
Sizable number of Emirati pupils in private schools Emirati parents find best schools for children
Emirati parents expect to use evaluation reports to find best schools for children
Abu Dhabi
It is well-known that the majority of pupils in Abu Dhabi emirate are enrolled at private schools, and this includes 41,690 Emirati pupils, senior education officials said in the capital today (Tuesday).
Emirati parents therefore expressed their delight at the announcement of private school evaluation reports, and said that the Abu Dhabi Education Council (Adec) reports echoed their
Abu Dhabi
It is well-known that the majority of pupils in Abu Dhabi emirate are enrolled at private schools, and this includes 41,690 Emirati pupils, senior education officials said in the capital today (Tuesday).
Emirati parents therefore expressed their delight at the announcement of private school evaluation reports, and said that the Abu Dhabi Education Council (Adec) reports echoed their
How Abu Dhabi’s schools rated UAE reports about schools’ educational standards
Find out which band your child’s school is in UAE
Band A
1. Outstanding:
No schools
2. Very good:
Yasmina School
GEMS American Academy
German International School
Pearl Primary School
The British School – Al Khubairat
The Cambridge High School
3. Good
Al Ain International School
Al Ain Juniors Private School
Al Bashair Private School
Al Bateen Secondary
Band A
1. Outstanding:
No schools
2. Very good:
Yasmina School
GEMS American Academy
German International School
Pearl Primary School
The British School – Al Khubairat
The Cambridge High School
3. Good
Al Ain International School
Al Ain Juniors Private School
Al Bashair Private School
Al Bateen Secondary
Reports help parents to evaluate and choose wisely Monitoring of schools could create healthy competition
Abu Dhabi: In the absence of comprehensive reports about schools’ educational standards, parents in Abu Dhabi have so far chosen schools for their children based on word-of-mouth recommendations and points made on informal forums.
When told about the Abu Dhabi Education Council’s (Adec) Irtiqaa system, and the availability of detailed reports, parents said the initiative would greatly ease the search for schools and expressed hope that it would be a harbinger for positive change in the
When told about the Abu Dhabi Education Council’s (Adec) Irtiqaa system, and the availability of detailed reports, parents said the initiative would greatly ease the search for schools and expressed hope that it would be a harbinger for positive change in the
66% of private schools need improvement Abu Dhabi Education Council (Adec)
Adec announces school evaluation results to aid parents about facilities
Abu Dhabi: A total of 100 private schools in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, representing 66 per cent of the schools, need significant improvement in their educational standards, the results of a series of inspections by the Abu Dhabi Education Council (Adec) has revealed.
The results also show that 15 per cent of the private schools, numbering 23 institutions, are considered to be high-performing. A further 19 per cent,
Abu Dhabi: A total of 100 private schools in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, representing 66 per cent of the schools, need significant improvement in their educational standards, the results of a series of inspections by the Abu Dhabi Education Council (Adec) has revealed.
The results also show that 15 per cent of the private schools, numbering 23 institutions, are considered to be high-performing. A further 19 per cent,
Hajj training to start
MULTAN (APP): The Hajj Directorate Multan will start training of pilgrims at tehsil level from August 18.
According to Assistant Hajj Directorate Multan Nawab Khan, more than 6,000 pilgrims from Multan, DG Khan and Bahawalpur divisions would leave for Saudi Arabia from Multan airport.
Nawab Khan added that officials of the Hajj Directorate would visit all tehsils of south Punjab and train pilgrims.
He said talks were in progress for custom clearance and boarding facilities at the airport.
According to Assistant Hajj Directorate Multan Nawab Khan, more than 6,000 pilgrims from Multan, DG Khan and Bahawalpur divisions would leave for Saudi Arabia from Multan airport.
Nawab Khan added that officials of the Hajj Directorate would visit all tehsils of south Punjab and train pilgrims.
He said talks were in progress for custom clearance and boarding facilities at the airport.
Karachi University announces semester exam form schedule
Karachi (PPI): Karachi University here Tuesday announced the schedule of semester exam forms and fees.
The forms could be accepted without any late fee up to October 31.The semester exam fee is Rs100 per course while Rs200 per course for repeaters.
Moreover, the students of M Phil and PhD Quran and Sunnah, Islamic Learning and Usool-e-Din could submit their fees and forms by July31,2013 which has already been declared last
The forms could be accepted without any late fee up to October 31.The semester exam fee is Rs100 per course while Rs200 per course for repeaters.
Moreover, the students of M Phil and PhD Quran and Sunnah, Islamic Learning and Usool-e-Din could submit their fees and forms by July31,2013 which has already been declared last
200 government colleges adopts online admission option
LAHORE (NNI): In a bid to match the working way of education department with changing trends of Information Technology, Punjab government launches an Online Colleges Admission System for about 200 public colleges. According to state media, Punjab Information Board is running this project as a pilot project for the provincial government of Punjab.
The project has been launched in a time when boards of secondary education across the province have announced their results. All passing students of
The project has been launched in a time when boards of secondary education across the province have announced their results. All passing students of
Pakistan Software Export Board working on projects to promote IT
ISLAMABAD (APP): Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) this year will encourage development of incubators to help entrepreneurs set up and promote their information technology businesses. According to official sources, PSEB will work on projects of human resource development, IT industry development, e-government and infrastructure development.
Under Internship Phase-III programme run by Pakistan Software Export Board, fresh graduates will be groomed by engaging them with software companies so
Under Internship Phase-III programme run by Pakistan Software Export Board, fresh graduates will be groomed by engaging them with software companies so
Five-year-old girl ‘raped’ in hostel
ISLAMABAD: Police have arrested a university student over allegations of raping a five-year-old girl in a public toilet of his hostel.
The victim’s family lives in a room on the rooftop of the hostel in Sector F8. Her father, a sweeper in the same hostel, said that when he returned home on Sunday evening, he found bruises on his daughter’s body. “She was traumatised and couldn’t speak a word when I asked what had happened. The next day, she told me that a boarder had assaulted
The victim’s family lives in a room on the rooftop of the hostel in Sector F8. Her father, a sweeper in the same hostel, said that when he returned home on Sunday evening, he found bruises on his daughter’s body. “She was traumatised and couldn’t speak a word when I asked what had happened. The next day, she told me that a boarder had assaulted
Mamnoon Hussain rises to Presidency
* Secures 432 electoral votes from NA, Senate, Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan and KP assemblies, against PTI’s Justice (r) Wajihuddin who bagged 77 electoral votes
* Oath on Sept 9
By Tanveer Ahmed
ISLAMABAD: Mamnoon Hussain, a veteran politician and Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s trusted ally, was elected president on Tuesday in a vote by legislators for the largely ceremonial post of head of state.
Mamnoon Hussain was elected as new president with overwhelming majority in the
* Oath on Sept 9
By Tanveer Ahmed
ISLAMABAD: Mamnoon Hussain, a veteran politician and Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s trusted ally, was elected president on Tuesday in a vote by legislators for the largely ceremonial post of head of state.
Mamnoon Hussain was elected as new president with overwhelming majority in the
Pakistani Universities undertake projects to address food security
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani universities are collaborating with leading American universities to address food security in joint research projects throughout the country.
Pakistani higher education institutions are playing a pivotal role in resolving food security and agricultural issues in the country under the facilitation of Higher Education Commission (HEC).
Food security refers to the availability of food and one’s access to it. The food security situation in Pakistan seems extremely chaotic,
Pakistani higher education institutions are playing a pivotal role in resolving food security and agricultural issues in the country under the facilitation of Higher Education Commission (HEC).
Food security refers to the availability of food and one’s access to it. The food security situation in Pakistan seems extremely chaotic,
800m allocated for Sindh Madressatul Islam University’s new campus
KARACHI: Vice Chancellor Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU) Dr Muhammad Ali Shaikh announced that Sindh government has allocated Rs 800 million for new campus of SMIU through its Annual Development Programme for three years.
The new campus of SMIU would be set up in the Education City on 100 acres of land, which was also given by the Sindh government to SMIU free of cost. Shaikh was speaking at a press briefing on “Past, Present and Future of SMIU”.
He said SMIU is going to
The new campus of SMIU would be set up in the Education City on 100 acres of land, which was also given by the Sindh government to SMIU free of cost. Shaikh was speaking at a press briefing on “Past, Present and Future of SMIU”.
He said SMIU is going to
Life in Karachi: A little easier, a little more beautiful? in Pakistan’s biggest and busiest city Karachi
This film documents the voices of workers who migrated to Karachi looking for work.
KARACHI: A Little Easier, A Little More Beautiful is an exploratory film that documents the voices of a diverse group of workers who make everyone’s lives a little easier and hence a little more beautiful in Pakistan’s biggest and busiest city.
“We’ve come to Karachi because the floods destroyed our farms. We live in a room with 10 people, and it doesn’t have a fan,” say construction workers,
KARACHI: A Little Easier, A Little More Beautiful is an exploratory film that documents the voices of a diverse group of workers who make everyone’s lives a little easier and hence a little more beautiful in Pakistan’s biggest and busiest city.
“We’ve come to Karachi because the floods destroyed our farms. We live in a room with 10 people, and it doesn’t have a fan,” say construction workers,
Registering a protest: Cheating accused tries to burn himself in front of BISE MULTAN office Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education office in Muzaffarhgarh
To protest the jury’s decision, Tahir set himself on fire shortly after he left the building
MULTAN: A boy, accused of cheating in exams, set himself on fire on Monday in front of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education office in Muzaffarhgarh. He was taken to the trauma centre, from where he was later shifted to the district headquarters hospital in Dera Ghazi Khan.
Police said Muhammad Tahir, a resident of Chowk Qureshi, was caught cheating in his matriculation examination
MULTAN: A boy, accused of cheating in exams, set himself on fire on Monday in front of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education office in Muzaffarhgarh. He was taken to the trauma centre, from where he was later shifted to the district headquarters hospital in Dera Ghazi Khan.
Police said Muhammad Tahir, a resident of Chowk Qureshi, was caught cheating in his matriculation examination
Medical education: Colleges allowed to replace dropouts in first two years Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC)
The council decided that any student who failed to pass their first and second professional exams in four chances would not be eligible to continue their medical or dental studies
LAHORE: The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has allowed medical colleges to admit students in the first two years in place of those that drop out.
“In lieu of dropout students/vacant seats in the first two years, the institution may admit students in subsequent admissions so as to maintain the
LAHORE: The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has allowed medical colleges to admit students in the first two years in place of those that drop out.
“In lieu of dropout students/vacant seats in the first two years, the institution may admit students in subsequent admissions so as to maintain the
Education seminar: ‘Slim chances of education sector improving in Sindh’ government is initiating O level education programme and plans
HYDERABAD: Despite receiving the largest chunk in the provincial budget, prospects of a turnaround in the education fortunes remain grim.
These views were shared by the speakers, including education minister Nisar Khuhro, at a seminar on Sunday evening. “Senior high school teachers are drawing as much as Rs100,000 a month but the standard of education has seen little improvement,” said Khuhro. He requested the civil society to help the government monitor the performance of such teachers
These views were shared by the speakers, including education minister Nisar Khuhro, at a seminar on Sunday evening. “Senior high school teachers are drawing as much as Rs100,000 a month but the standard of education has seen little improvement,” said Khuhro. He requested the civil society to help the government monitor the performance of such teachers
“LAVI-The Child of Clay”: Short Film Competition Lahore College for Women University got 1st position
Department of Mass Communication, Lahore College for Women University got 1st position in short film competition for “LAVI-The Child of Clay” and got 2nd position in documentary competition for “Iron Hearts” in an international competition conducted by International Labor Organization with the collaboration of European Union.
The award ceremony was held in Pak- China tower Islamabad on 1st July 2013. Seven universities have participated in the competition. Mass communication
The award ceremony was held in Pak- China tower Islamabad on 1st July 2013. Seven universities have participated in the competition. Mass communication
Study Tour to Philippines Dr Asma Shahid Kazi (Coordinator ADE) from the Institute of Education, Lahore College for Women Universit
Dr Uzma Quraishi (Director IoE), and Dr Asma Shahid Kazi (Coordinator ADE) from the Institute of Education, Lahore College for Women University were nominated/selected to be a part of eleven day study tour to the Philippines, organized by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).
Faculty members from Pakistani universities and senior officials from the provincial education departments were sent for this study tour. The tour was hosted by the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education
Faculty members from Pakistani universities and senior officials from the provincial education departments were sent for this study tour. The tour was hosted by the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education
Participation as Public Stakeholders Lahore College for Women University, Lahore
Students of BS and MS, Environmental Sciences of
Lahore College for Women University, Lahore
actively participated asPublic stakeholders in Public Hearing as
stakeholders of expansion Project of Waste Buster. Ltd. On 22nd July,
Lahore College for Women University, Lahore
actively participated asPublic stakeholders in Public Hearing as
stakeholders of expansion Project of Waste Buster. Ltd. On 22nd July,
Prof. Dr. Shagufta Naz has been awarded cash prize from
Prof. Dr. Shagufta Naz has been awarded cash prize from
Lahore College for Women University on her outstanding performance in the field of
Lahore College for Women University on her outstanding performance in the field of
Mamnoon Hussain elected 12th President of Pakistan
FP MONITORING DESKISLAMABAD: Mamnoon Hussain, the candidate of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), was elected on Tuesday as the 12th President of Islamic Republic of Pakistan for the next five-year term after securing a massive majority (unofficial results) from the Electoral College comprising the Senate, National Assembly and provincial assemblies.Hussain was contesting the election against PTI candidate Justice (retd) Wajihuddin Ahmed.According to the break up of votes, Mamnoon Hussain
Mamnoon Hussain elected 12th President of Pakistan
FP MONITORING DESKISLAMABAD: Mamnoon Hussain, the candidate of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), was elected on Tuesday as the 12th President of Islamic Republic of Pakistan for the next five-year term after securing a massive majority (unofficial results) from the Electoral College comprising the Senate, National Assembly and provincial assemblies.Hussain was contesting the election against PTI candidate Justice (retd) Wajihuddin Ahmed.According to the break up of votes, Mamnoon Hussain
Mamnoon Hussain elected 12th President of Pakistan
FP MONITORING DESKISLAMABAD: Mamnoon Hussain, the candidate of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), was elected on Tuesday as the 12th President of Islamic Republic of Pakistan for the next five-year term after securing a massive majority (unofficial results) from the Electoral College comprising the Senate, National Assembly and provincial assemblies.Hussain was contesting the election against PTI candidate Justice (retd) Wajihuddin Ahmed.According to the break up of votes, Mamnoon Hussain
English medium schools in Khyber Agency
The Fata education secretariat has converted 25 Urdu medium government schools into English medium in Khyber Agency.
These schools include five high and 20 primary schools with ten for girls and the rest for boys. Agency education officer Ateequr Rehman told Dawn on Monday that a training programme for teachers of these English medium schools was under progress. “My department is trying to raise a new cadre of teachers for these schools,” he said.
“The aim of converting Urdu medium
These schools include five high and 20 primary schools with ten for girls and the rest for boys. Agency education officer Ateequr Rehman told Dawn on Monday that a training programme for teachers of these English medium schools was under progress. “My department is trying to raise a new cadre of teachers for these schools,” he said.
“The aim of converting Urdu medium
PML-N leader’s relative proposed for International Islamic University Islamabad rector’s post
Another scandal seems to be simmering in International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI). A family member of top gun of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has been recommended to the President for the post of IIUI rector.
A letter in this regard was sent to the office of the President by the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
However, the office of the President has returned the letter to the university with the instruction to send the consent of IIUI President Professor Dr. Ahmad
A letter in this regard was sent to the office of the President by the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
However, the office of the President has returned the letter to the university with the instruction to send the consent of IIUI President Professor Dr. Ahmad
Pakistani students have won Honourable Mention
Three Pakistani students have won “Honourable Mention” for Pakistan at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) held at Santa Marta, Colombia. As many as 96 countries participated in the Olympiad from July 18 to 28.
Pakistan participated in the event with a team of six students selected from thousands of students from all over the country.
The team was led by mathematician of world fame Prof Dr Barbu Berceanu, a foreign faculty at the Abdus Salam School of Mathematical Sciences
Pakistan participated in the event with a team of six students selected from thousands of students from all over the country.
The team was led by mathematician of world fame Prof Dr Barbu Berceanu, a foreign faculty at the Abdus Salam School of Mathematical Sciences
Sindh High Court notice issued to ex-MPA in fake degree case
The Sindh High Court on Monday issued a notice to a former member of the provincial assembly for producing a fake educational degree during the general election in 2008.
A two-judge bench headed by Justice Ghulam Sarwar Korai was seized with the petition of Dildar Ahmed who impleaded ex-MPA Mir Hassan Khoso, the chief secretary, Election Commission of Pakistan, Higher Education Commission of Pakistan and the secretary of the Sindh Assembly as respondents.
The petitioner, represented by
A two-judge bench headed by Justice Ghulam Sarwar Korai was seized with the petition of Dildar Ahmed who impleaded ex-MPA Mir Hassan Khoso, the chief secretary, Election Commission of Pakistan, Higher Education Commission of Pakistan and the secretary of the Sindh Assembly as respondents.
The petitioner, represented by
Using education as a best weapon
“THE most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obliterate their own understanding of their history,” Eric Arthur Blair, better known by his pen name George Orwell.
The iconic teenager Malala Yousafzai’s speech to youth assembly at the United Nations headquarters on her 16th birthday on July 12 generated extensive discussion in print, electronic and especially the social media which is gradually assuming the role of ‘fifth pillar of the state’.
Commentators, experts
The iconic teenager Malala Yousafzai’s speech to youth assembly at the United Nations headquarters on her 16th birthday on July 12 generated extensive discussion in print, electronic and especially the social media which is gradually assuming the role of ‘fifth pillar of the state’.
Commentators, experts
Heads of government schools to get more powers
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government’s working group on reforms in education sector has recommended delegation of maximum financial and administrative powers to the grassroots level to improve performance of government schools, according to officials.
“Actually quality of education in the public sector educational institutions has been on decline for around two decades owing to poor administration and centralised power,” according to an educationist, who is part of the working
“Actually quality of education in the public sector educational institutions has been on decline for around two decades owing to poor administration and centralised power,” according to an educationist, who is part of the working
Karachi university announced B.A. Part- II private and regular 2013 Karachi download Result BA Both Parts (External) Annual Examination 2012
According to University of Karachi (KU) private and regular BA result Karachi Students both private and regular 812 candidates pass-out in 1st division, 2397 and 2nd division and 20 3rd division total 9774 karachi students make own registration for the BA external Examination and 9284 candidates take the exams of Ba part-ii in Both Parts (External) Annual Examination 2012, and Both Parts (Regular) students for Annual Examination 2012, 9774 own register for the B.A Exam of in
Monday, 29 July 2013
International Day of Friendship
Islamabad
International Day of Friendship will be observed today (July 30) to promotes the role which friendship plays in promoting peace in many cultures.
In 2011, the UN proclaimed the International Day of Friendship with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, and cultures can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.
The UN wanted for the day to involve young people, as future leaders, in community activities that
International Day of Friendship will be observed today (July 30) to promotes the role which friendship plays in promoting peace in many cultures.
In 2011, the UN proclaimed the International Day of Friendship with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, and cultures can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.
The UN wanted for the day to involve young people, as future leaders, in community activities that
Pakistan Engineering Council team visits PMAS-AAUR
Rawalpindi: The two-member team of Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) consist of Prof. Taj Ali Khan, UET Peshawar, and Engineer Jahanzaib Khan, Deputy Registrar (PEC), Peshawar, visited Pir Mehr Ali Shah-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi to assess the facilities and infrastructure for granting the accreditation of Agricultural Engineering programme in the University.
The team met with University Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Rai Niaz Ahmad and was elaborated about the objectives
The team met with University Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Rai Niaz Ahmad and was elaborated about the objectives
Minor girl allegedly raped
Islamabad
A minor girl was allegedly raped by the student of a private university in a private hostel of Sector F-8/1 on Sunday night, police sources said on Monday.
Sarfaraz Masih, son of Rehmat Masih, lodged a complaint with the Margalla Police Station, saying that he has two children — five and a half years old daughter and four-year-old son. He was living in a small room of the private hostel in Sector F-8/1 and always accompanied his kids because his wife has
A minor girl was allegedly raped by the student of a private university in a private hostel of Sector F-8/1 on Sunday night, police sources said on Monday.
Sarfaraz Masih, son of Rehmat Masih, lodged a complaint with the Margalla Police Station, saying that he has two children — five and a half years old daughter and four-year-old son. He was living in a small room of the private hostel in Sector F-8/1 and always accompanied his kids because his wife has
Hazrat Ali martyrdom day
LAHORE
The martyrdom anniversary of fourth Caliph Hazrat Ali (RA) will be observed with traditional religious solemnity and spirit on Wednesday (tomorrow) amidst tight security, as the faithful will hold Majalis, conferences and take out Tazia processions in various cities to highlight his personality and achievements.
In Lahore, the traditional Tazia Alam procession will be taken out from Mubarak Haveli inside Mochi Gate early Wednesday morning which will reach
The martyrdom anniversary of fourth Caliph Hazrat Ali (RA) will be observed with traditional religious solemnity and spirit on Wednesday (tomorrow) amidst tight security, as the faithful will hold Majalis, conferences and take out Tazia processions in various cities to highlight his personality and achievements.
In Lahore, the traditional Tazia Alam procession will be taken out from Mubarak Haveli inside Mochi Gate early Wednesday morning which will reach
Aitkaf in Pakistan from today
LAHORE
MILLIONS of believers will start observing Aitkaf from Tuesday (today) after Maghrib prayers in thousands of mosques across the country.
Aitkaf is observed by the Muslims while remaining confined to a small place inside the mosque (or inside the house for women) throughout the last 10 days of Ramazan and performing a multitude of worships. It has been Sunnah of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and carries a multitude of blessings of The Almighty which are enviable for
MILLIONS of believers will start observing Aitkaf from Tuesday (today) after Maghrib prayers in thousands of mosques across the country.
Aitkaf is observed by the Muslims while remaining confined to a small place inside the mosque (or inside the house for women) throughout the last 10 days of Ramazan and performing a multitude of worships. It has been Sunnah of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and carries a multitude of blessings of The Almighty which are enviable for
Accord with Chinese firm for solar energy to be finalised soon: Chief Minister
LAHORE
CHIEF Minister Shahbaz Sharif has said that the maximum resources are being utilised for controlling the energy crisis as electricity is essential for strengthening of economy and development of the country.
He said the government was attaching top priority to resolving energy problem and local and foreign investors were being encouraged in this regard. He was talking to a delegation of prominent Chinese company, Norinco International, at the Chief Minister’s
CHIEF Minister Shahbaz Sharif has said that the maximum resources are being utilised for controlling the energy crisis as electricity is essential for strengthening of economy and development of the country.
He said the government was attaching top priority to resolving energy problem and local and foreign investors were being encouraged in this regard. He was talking to a delegation of prominent Chinese company, Norinco International, at the Chief Minister’s
Faisal elected Islamia College University teaching staff association president
PESHAWAR: Faisal Shehzad was elected as president and Qazi Ubaidur Rehman general secretary of the teaching staff association of Islamia College University on Monday.
Dr Salimur Rehman had already been elected as vice president unopposed. According to the results, other office-bearers included Amirullah joint secretary, Dr Muhammad Salim Khan finance secretary, Amirullah Khan sports secretary and Arif Mohmand press secretary.
The executive council members were Syed
Dr Salimur Rehman had already been elected as vice president unopposed. According to the results, other office-bearers included Amirullah joint secretary, Dr Muhammad Salim Khan finance secretary, Amirullah Khan sports secretary and Arif Mohmand press secretary.
The executive council members were Syed
Youth festival after summer vacation this year
LAHORE
THE Punjab government has planned the youth festival comprising 240 co-curricular events after the summer vocation this year.The festival is aimed at flourishing the healthy mentality and positive state of mind in the youth.
According to a handout issued Monday, this was said by Provincial Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, Sports and Tourism Rana Mashhood Ahmed while addressing the participants of a provincial level competition of Quran recitation with
THE Punjab government has planned the youth festival comprising 240 co-curricular events after the summer vocation this year.The festival is aimed at flourishing the healthy mentality and positive state of mind in the youth.
According to a handout issued Monday, this was said by Provincial Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, Sports and Tourism Rana Mashhood Ahmed while addressing the participants of a provincial level competition of Quran recitation with
Scottish scholarships for young women in Pakistan
Islamabad
The Scottish government has announced scholarships for young women in Pakistan.The scholarship scheme is aimed at helping women from disadvantaged backgrounds to study at the master level in Pakistan universities, said a press release here.
The British Council Pakistan will administer the scheme and coordinate with the selected scholars. The Pakistan Scottish Scholarship Scheme will facilitate award-holders with tuition fee for master courses, university
The Scottish government has announced scholarships for young women in Pakistan.The scholarship scheme is aimed at helping women from disadvantaged backgrounds to study at the master level in Pakistan universities, said a press release here.
The British Council Pakistan will administer the scheme and coordinate with the selected scholars. The Pakistan Scottish Scholarship Scheme will facilitate award-holders with tuition fee for master courses, university
Ombudsman orders reinstatement of Karachi Medical and Dental College professor
Karachi
Sindh Ombudsman Asad Ashraf Malik has ordered the reinstatement of Prof Muhammad Tameem Akhtar of the Karachi Medical and Dental College (KMDC).
He directed the administrator of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) and the principal of the college to reinstate the service of Prof Akhtar and treat the intervening period as “extraordinary leave” to ensure continuity in his service.
He issued this order in a case registered on the
Sindh Ombudsman Asad Ashraf Malik has ordered the reinstatement of Prof Muhammad Tameem Akhtar of the Karachi Medical and Dental College (KMDC).
He directed the administrator of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) and the principal of the college to reinstate the service of Prof Akhtar and treat the intervening period as “extraordinary leave” to ensure continuity in his service.
He issued this order in a case registered on the
Sindh govt mulling over setting up technical university, says chief minister
Karachi
The Sindh government has been mulling over establishing a technical university for the promotion of technical education and related skills among the youth of the province, said the chief minister on Monday.
CM Qaim Ali Shah was chairing the 13th meeting of the board of governors of the Sindh Technical Education & Vocational Training Authority (Stevta).Shah said negotiations were under way with the International Labour Organisation and a technical university
The Sindh government has been mulling over establishing a technical university for the promotion of technical education and related skills among the youth of the province, said the chief minister on Monday.
CM Qaim Ali Shah was chairing the 13th meeting of the board of governors of the Sindh Technical Education & Vocational Training Authority (Stevta).Shah said negotiations were under way with the International Labour Organisation and a technical university
Rental allowance cut adds to teachers’ troubles
ISLAMABAD - No doubt this was the first time in the history of Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) that a record amount of Rs 1,292 million was allocated to the education department in the head of rental allowance for teachers in the new fiscal year against Rs 361.746 million of the previous year. However, at the same time an immediate cut of 30 per cent is imposed before its payment to the teachers, which has caused unrest among them. The net amount after deduction of 30 per cent cut will
121th birth anniversary of Madr-e-Millat
LAHORE - A special ceremony to mark 121th birth anniversary of Madr-e-Millat Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah will be held at Aiwan-i-Karkunan-i-Tehreek-i-Pakistan today (Tuesday). Nazaria Pakistan Trust (NPT) Chairman and TheNation Editor-in-Chief Dr Majid Nizami will preside over, while Prof Dr Rafique Ahmad, Begum Surayya Khurshid, Provincial Minister Begum Zakia Shahnawaz, Begum Bushra Rehman, Begum Safia Ishaq, MPA Begum Nasim Lodhi, Rahila Khadim Hussain and Prof Dr Parveen Khan will address the
Pakistan complete West Indies T20 sweep
KINGSTOWN - Pakistan held off a desperate late surge by the West Indies to take the second and final Twenty20 international by 11 runs at the Arnos Vale Stadium in St Vincent on Sunday.
In restricting the hosts to 124 for nine in reply to their total of 135 for seven, the tourists took the series 2-0 and moved up to second in the international rankings behind Sri Lanka. West Indies, the world T20 champions, dropped to fourth in what was yet another setback following hard on the heels of the
In restricting the hosts to 124 for nine in reply to their total of 135 for seven, the tourists took the series 2-0 and moved up to second in the international rankings behind Sri Lanka. West Indies, the world T20 champions, dropped to fourth in what was yet another setback following hard on the heels of the
UET Peshawar announces examination schedule
PESHAWAR: The University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Peshawar, has announced examination schedule for B.Tech, first, second, third and fourth year (four years programme), new course and B.Tech part-I & II (pass & honours) old course Annual Examination 2012-13.
According to the notification of controller of examinations, examinations of the B.Tech first year (four years programme new) part-I (pass & honors) old course will commence from 22nd August, 2013, examinations of the
According to the notification of controller of examinations, examinations of the B.Tech first year (four years programme new) part-I (pass & honors) old course will commence from 22nd August, 2013, examinations of the
Lahore Waste Management Company observes Anti Dengue Day
LAHORE: Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC) organized an anti dengue awareness walk in order to show solidarity with Punjab government aiming at taking collective and comprehensive measures against dengue and imparting awareness among citizens. Manager operations Mr. Asif Iqbal led the walk which started from Saffaan Wala chowk at Temple road and finished at Mozang adda. MPA Majid Zahoor also joined LWMC staff and representatives of Turkish contractor companies Albayrak and OzPak.
Unblocking of YouTube delayed
ISLAMABAD (NNI): Pakistan has postponed the decision to unblock the Google's video sharing website, YouTube, as the concerned committee excused to remove blasphemous material in the meeting held over the issue on Monday. The high-level officials of Information Ministry told web-based news gathering TheNewsTribe that the meeting finished without any results as the concerned committee refused the possibilities for removal of insulting material. Inter-ministry committee is comprised of officials
Consultations underway for uniform system of education in the provinces
ISLAMABAD (INP): The Minister of State for Education and Training Mian Baligur Rehman has said the government is making consultations with the provinces for introduction of uniform system of education in the provinces.
He said that the government would provide free education to the brilliant students of the less developed areas of the country. He also said that the government had announced to provide free education at higher level to the students at Bahawalpur, Multan and D.G. Khan divisions
He said that the government would provide free education to the brilliant students of the less developed areas of the country. He also said that the government had announced to provide free education at higher level to the students at Bahawalpur, Multan and D.G. Khan divisions
Formation of Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) on cards
ISLAMABAD (INP): The federal government has decided to establish Federal Board of Technical Education. Steps will also be taken to raise the status of Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE), increase the number of affiliations of educational institutions, improve the examination system and form curricula and text books for the technical education institutions. The formation of summary by Ministry of Education, Training and Standards in Higher Education for the formation
Education top priority of PTI in KP: Minister Elementary & Secondary Education
ISLAMABAD (Online): Minister Elementary & Secondary Education (E&SE) Muhammad Atif Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) has said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government considers education as its top priority and has the requisite political will to reform the education sector.
He said this during chairing the joint sessions of the working groups along with secretary E&SE Joudat Ayaz and discussed various aspects of the actions required for implementation of the reforms in the education
He said this during chairing the joint sessions of the working groups along with secretary E&SE Joudat Ayaz and discussed various aspects of the actions required for implementation of the reforms in the education
Efforts on to improve healthcare in teaching hospital
HYDERABAD(APP): The Medical Superintendent Liaquat University Hospital Hyderabad and Jamshoro Branches, Dr. Khalid Hussain Shaikh has said that all out efforts are being made to provide maximum facilities to all wards of the hospital and during last 30 days, a numbers of step have been made in bringing improvement in the hospital.
Talking to this scribe, Dr. Khalid Hussain Shaikh who assumed the charge of the Medical Superintendent on June 28, 2013, said that Labour Room of Gynecology Ward of
Talking to this scribe, Dr. Khalid Hussain Shaikh who assumed the charge of the Medical Superintendent on June 28, 2013, said that Labour Room of Gynecology Ward of
PUICS declares MPhil, PhD test exam results
LAHORE: Punjab University Institute of Communication Studies (PU ICS) declared the result of MPhil and PhD entrance test exam on Monday.
According to the result, 27 candidates have qualified for PhD admission interview, 48 for MPhil (research track) and 42 for MPhil (professional track).
The successful candidates will appear before the Departmental Doctoral Programme Committee comprising senior most faculty members for interview on August 19, 20 and 21. According to details for PhD, a
According to the result, 27 candidates have qualified for PhD admission interview, 48 for MPhil (research track) and 42 for MPhil (professional track).
The successful candidates will appear before the Departmental Doctoral Programme Committee comprising senior most faculty members for interview on August 19, 20 and 21. According to details for PhD, a
University of Karachi announces BA private and regular results
KARACHI: University of Karachi (KU) has announced the results of BA Part- II regular and external annual examination 2012, here on Monday. Total 37.84 percent of 8,836 enrolled students cleared the exam. Around 8,535 students attempted the exam, of which 812 students cleared in first division; 2,397 students got second division and 20, third division. Anum Junaid d/o Junaid Haji Razzak secured first position; Shamsa Hadi d/o Hadi Karim secured second position and Sidra Naz d/o Khursheed Akhtar
Juvenile prisoner under trial ‘escapes’ on Sunday
KARACHI: A prisoner under trial managed to escape on Sunday afternoon from the Youthful Offenders Industrial School (YOIS), also known as the juvenile jail, situated next to Karachi Central Jail. As per details, inmate Jameel Hussain, despite the presence of dozens of armed personnel, managed to escape ‘easily’ from jail premises.
Jail authorities, as per tradition, remain ‘tightlipped’. An official on condition of anonymity told Daily Times that since the incident took place on
Jail authorities, as per tradition, remain ‘tightlipped’. An official on condition of anonymity told Daily Times that since the incident took place on
BISE for rechecking their papers and correction of marks
LAHORE: Soon after the announcement of Matriculation results, a large number of students along with their parents, guardians and teachers thronged the Lahore Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) for rechecking their papers and correction of marks.
Although for last two years BISE Lahore is declaring error-free results but still problems are being faced by students about rechecking. Due to erroneous results in 2011, BISE Lahore and other boards already faced criticism. The
Although for last two years BISE Lahore is declaring error-free results but still problems are being faced by students about rechecking. Due to erroneous results in 2011, BISE Lahore and other boards already faced criticism. The
Matric results and admission
WITH the declaration of matriculation examination results, admission frenzy has begun all over Punjab and the fresh matriculates are looking for admissions to the choicest colleges. The major rush and competition for admissions is in Lahore – “the city of colleges”.
The boys are facing a tough competition as the number of colleges for them is almost half the girls’ colleges. Overall, there are little more than 25,000 seats in first-year classes in the public-sector colleges and
The boys are facing a tough competition as the number of colleges for them is almost half the girls’ colleges. Overall, there are little more than 25,000 seats in first-year classes in the public-sector colleges and
Matric results and admission
WITH the declaration of matriculation examination results, admission frenzy has begun all over Punjab and the fresh matriculates are looking for admissions to the choicest colleges. The major rush and competition for admissions is in Lahore – “the city of colleges”.
The boys are facing a tough competition as the number of colleges for them is almost half the girls’ colleges. Overall, there are little more than 25,000 seats in first-year classes in the public-sector colleges and
The boys are facing a tough competition as the number of colleges for them is almost half the girls’ colleges. Overall, there are little more than 25,000 seats in first-year classes in the public-sector colleges and
Bahauddin Zakariya University sub-campus in Lahore: Dept to withdraw prohibitive letter
The Punjab higher education department has consented to withdraw its letter directing the Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU), Multan, to immediately close down its sub-campus in Lahore only a day after the university conveyed that its Syndicate had granted permission for the campus on July 13.
The Punjab higher education department issued a letter on July 26 stating that the BZU was allowed to open a sub-campus in Lahore subject to approval of the Syndicate of the BZU and an NOC from the
The Punjab higher education department issued a letter on July 26 stating that the BZU was allowed to open a sub-campus in Lahore subject to approval of the Syndicate of the BZU and an NOC from the
Hepatitis control day observed by Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation (SIUT)
At least 300 people, including senior medics, students and paramedics, stood in 12 queues on the top floor of the Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation (SIUT) medical complex and rendered a 10-minute performance on the three mystic apes’ proverbial principle ‘see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil’ depicting society’s mediocre attitude towards the severity of hepatitis, which is fast inflicting millions across the world.
The programme was organised by the SIUT on this
The programme was organised by the SIUT on this
Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre mortuary facing neglect by university
The Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre mortuary is in a state of utter neglect and disregard owing to lack of attention by the Sindh Medical University, with whom it is affiliated.
The medico-legal officers work here without proper equipment, such as drills, gloves, forceps or rib shears, to perform autopsies. There is room for performing only one post-mortem at a time in a room lit by a couple of tube lights.
The only basin across the examination hall is covered by a thick layer of dirt,
The medico-legal officers work here without proper equipment, such as drills, gloves, forceps or rib shears, to perform autopsies. There is room for performing only one post-mortem at a time in a room lit by a couple of tube lights.
The only basin across the examination hall is covered by a thick layer of dirt,
10 years for government employees, three for jobless: Age limit for SPSC exam candidates relaxed
Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah has allowed a 10-year age relaxation for government employees and three- year relaxation for jobless people willing to appear in the Sindh Public Service Commission’s combined competitive examination, being held this year with a gap of four years.
Thousands of candidates are expected to take the exam by the four-year delay disqualified a large number of them as they crossed the maximum age limit, i.e. 28 years, specified by the government.
The aggrieved
Thousands of candidates are expected to take the exam by the four-year delay disqualified a large number of them as they crossed the maximum age limit, i.e. 28 years, specified by the government.
The aggrieved
BISE Mirpurkhas declares class-X results
MIRPURKHAS, July 28: The chairman of Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) in Mirpurkhas, Shafique Ahmed Khan, on Sunday announced the result for secondary school certificate annual exams of class 10 held earlier this year in April for science, general and oriental groups.
In the science group, first position was secured by Ammara Aftab Ahmed from the Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Tando Jan Muhammad, with 779 marks.
Amir Anwer from the Faran Public Higher
In the science group, first position was secured by Ammara Aftab Ahmed from the Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Tando Jan Muhammad, with 779 marks.
Amir Anwer from the Faran Public Higher
FA students can now join LLB: Quaid-e-Azam University
Quaid-e-Azam University (QAU) Islamabad has decided to launch admissions for LLB classes on the basis of F.A certificates.
F.A students will be allowed to get admission in the international standard LLB programme being started soon.
The degree would be equivalent to degree of any internationally reputed law university. The programmes will consist of 10 semesters spanning over a 5 year period. As many as 26 seats have been allocated for different provinces while 24 seats have been
F.A students will be allowed to get admission in the international standard LLB programme being started soon.
The degree would be equivalent to degree of any internationally reputed law university. The programmes will consist of 10 semesters spanning over a 5 year period. As many as 26 seats have been allocated for different provinces while 24 seats have been
Sunday, 28 July 2013
Bring the government run to boost education in Khyber Agency
BARA: To bring the government run-educational institutions on a par with private ones, Secretary for Education for the Federally Administered Tribal Areas Abid Majid has granted English medium status to 25 government-run schools in Khyber Agency. Talking to reporters, Agency Education Officer (AEO) Atiqur Rehman said the department had selected five government high and 20 primary schools where medium of instruction would be changed from Urdu to English in the coming academic session. The
Plight of two blind students of the GC University
LAHORE
Ehsan Khan and Zeeshan Khan are brothers and students of the GC University.
They are suffering from ‘Retina Pegmentosa’ an eye disease that has inflicted misery on their family and a dark cloud over their future while they are braving all odds for education and to become productive citizens. Ehsan Khan and Zeeshan Khan are residents of Garhi Shahu, are the sons of Shehzad Khan, who, with his four blind children, is creating awareness among society to treat
Ehsan Khan and Zeeshan Khan are brothers and students of the GC University.
They are suffering from ‘Retina Pegmentosa’ an eye disease that has inflicted misery on their family and a dark cloud over their future while they are braving all odds for education and to become productive citizens. Ehsan Khan and Zeeshan Khan are residents of Garhi Shahu, are the sons of Shehzad Khan, who, with his four blind children, is creating awareness among society to treat
University of Karachi to confer 10 PhD degrees
Karachi
The Board of Advanced Studies & Research of the University of Karachi has accorded approval for the conferment of 10 PhD degrees in various disciplines, said a KU official.
PhD candidates
Saima Shamim in Marine Biology, Sitara Rashid in Applied Chemistry, Gul Naz Malik in Botany, Ihsanullah Khan in General History, Ghazal Khwaja Humayun in Public Administration, Ishrat Niaz in Botany, Maimoona Khatoon in Chemistry (Hussain Ebrahim Jamal
The Board of Advanced Studies & Research of the University of Karachi has accorded approval for the conferment of 10 PhD degrees in various disciplines, said a KU official.
PhD candidates
Saima Shamim in Marine Biology, Sitara Rashid in Applied Chemistry, Gul Naz Malik in Botany, Ihsanullah Khan in General History, Ghazal Khwaja Humayun in Public Administration, Ishrat Niaz in Botany, Maimoona Khatoon in Chemistry (Hussain Ebrahim Jamal
Sindh government to set up power plants on canals
Karachi
The Sindh government could go for setting up several smaller power generation plants of six to seven megawatts capacity each on the banks of canals at its large irrigation network in order to meet the electricity needs of agriculture sector of the province.
This option was discussed at a high-level meeting chaired by Syed Qaim Ali Shah at the Chief Minister House the other day to discuss the deliberations made at the recent meeting of the Council of Common
The Sindh government could go for setting up several smaller power generation plants of six to seven megawatts capacity each on the banks of canals at its large irrigation network in order to meet the electricity needs of agriculture sector of the province.
This option was discussed at a high-level meeting chaired by Syed Qaim Ali Shah at the Chief Minister House the other day to discuss the deliberations made at the recent meeting of the Council of Common
Interfaith League Against Poverty (I-LAP) goes ahead with its initiative on education
Islamabad: The Interfaith League Against Poverty (I-LAP), which recently announced to start an ‘education initiative’ by adopting 150 young students, mainly girls, as a tribute to the efforts made by Malala Yousafzai, is all set to launch yet another programme, this time focusing the women in slum areas.
The Executive Director of the I-LAP, Ms Nazia Ansari, said that her organisation is all set to launch this new ‘Women Education Centres’ initiative in Islamabad and
The Executive Director of the I-LAP, Ms Nazia Ansari, said that her organisation is all set to launch this new ‘Women Education Centres’ initiative in Islamabad and
History and historic books
A banker by profession, Salim Ansar has a passion for history and historic books. His personal library already boasts a treasure trove of over 7,000 rare and unique books.
Every week, we shall take a leaf from one such book and treat you to a little taste of history.
BOOK NAME: Revolution in Pakistan
AUTHOR: Herbert Feldman
PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press - London
DATE OF PUBLICATION: 1967
The following excerpt has
Every week, we shall take a leaf from one such book and treat you to a little taste of history.
BOOK NAME: Revolution in Pakistan
AUTHOR: Herbert Feldman
PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press - London
DATE OF PUBLICATION: 1967
The following excerpt has
Health Tips: Sleepiness
If you spend most days trying to keep your eyes open, you may have a deeper problem than ordinary lack of sleep. The National Sleep Foundation mentions these possible causes of excessive sleepiness:
Health Tips
* Self-imposed sleep deprivation.
* Performing shift work, causing you to sleep during the day and work at night.
* Sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea.
* Other disorders, such as insomnia, narcolepsy or restless leg
Health Tips
* Self-imposed sleep deprivation.
* Performing shift work, causing you to sleep during the day and work at night.
* Sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea.
* Other disorders, such as insomnia, narcolepsy or restless leg
Book on Professor Ejaz Cyprian’s articles published
Islamabad
Professor Ejaz Cyprian is one of the most respected and renowned journalists in Pakistan who is remembered with love and affection by his colleagues and students alike. The Sanjh Publication had been entrusted with the publication of his book ‘Discourse of Life’ by his wife Amtul Karim, who herself is a respected educationist, says a press release.
This book is a reminder to all of us that Professor Ejaz Cyprian was an eminent political activist, social
Professor Ejaz Cyprian is one of the most respected and renowned journalists in Pakistan who is remembered with love and affection by his colleagues and students alike. The Sanjh Publication had been entrusted with the publication of his book ‘Discourse of Life’ by his wife Amtul Karim, who herself is a respected educationist, says a press release.
This book is a reminder to all of us that Professor Ejaz Cyprian was an eminent political activist, social
Internet service for matric students
LAHORE - The Punjab government has introduced an internet service for the students to apply for admissions in colleges.
This facility is available for over 200 public colleges across the province.
“One who passes matriculation examination can enter roll number in given website, select any college or programme in which he wants to take admission,” claimed an official of education department adding the applicants could submit their forms in different colleges and programmes
This facility is available for over 200 public colleges across the province.
“One who passes matriculation examination can enter roll number in given website, select any college or programme in which he wants to take admission,” claimed an official of education department adding the applicants could submit their forms in different colleges and programmes
Two security men injured in IED attack in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: At least two security forces’ persons were injured Sunday when a roadside Improvised Explosive Device (IED) targeted their vehicle in Peshawar’s Wazir Bagh area.According to a source, the police mobile van was targeted with a roadside IED in Wazir Bagh on the outskirts of Peshawar.The vehicle was completely damaged and two security forces’ persons were injured.No loss of life was reported in the incident.Peshawar is the gateway to Pakistan's troubled northwestern tribal region
Hero behind-the-scenes: When life’s a ticking bomb
In a country plagued by terrorism, unsung heroes like DSP Tahir Awan defuse bombs and save countless lives. DSP Malik Tahir Mehmood Awan.
SUKKUR:
His life is more dangerous than the hero of an action film. He is a real-life hero. Imagine defusing eight rockets, all in a day’s work! Such is the life of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Malik Tahir Mehmood Awan, in charge of the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) in Sukkur.
“The most unforgettable incident of my
SUKKUR:
His life is more dangerous than the hero of an action film. He is a real-life hero. Imagine defusing eight rockets, all in a day’s work! Such is the life of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Malik Tahir Mehmood Awan, in charge of the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) in Sukkur.
“The most unforgettable incident of my
Rs44 billion scandal: Interpol approached for EOBI ex-chief’s arrest
Investigators fear Zafar Gondal may have fled the country. Investigators fear Zafar Gondal may have fled the country. PHOTO: FILE
ISLAMABAD:
After failing to find former Employees’ Old Age Benefits Institution (EOBI) chairman Zafar Gondal at his home, the Federal Investigation Agency has approached Interpol for the arrest of the main accused in the Rs44 billion EOBI scandal.
Talking to the Express Investigation Cell (EIC) via telephone from Karachi, FIA Director
ISLAMABAD:
After failing to find former Employees’ Old Age Benefits Institution (EOBI) chairman Zafar Gondal at his home, the Federal Investigation Agency has approached Interpol for the arrest of the main accused in the Rs44 billion EOBI scandal.
Talking to the Express Investigation Cell (EIC) via telephone from Karachi, FIA Director
Dengue Day: Awareness walks held
The rescue teams visited shops and residential areas and checked potential breeding places for Aedes mosquitoes. The rescue teams visited shops and residential areas and checked potential breeding places for Aedes mosquitoes.
RAWALPINDI:
In line with the directions of Chief Minister Punjab, Rescue 1122 Rawalpindi marked Dengue Day on Saturday by holding walks from all rescue stations in the district to create awareness about the viral disease.
RAWALPINDI:
In line with the directions of Chief Minister Punjab, Rescue 1122 Rawalpindi marked Dengue Day on Saturday by holding walks from all rescue stations in the district to create awareness about the viral disease.
Dalliance with PML-N: MQM has a lust for power, says Sharjeel Memon
Insists the PPP has given up on expectations from the incumbent judiciary. Sharjeel Memon.
KARACHI:
Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Saturday accused the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) of carrying on its routine political practice of supporting the ruling party.
Speaking to media at an Iftar dinner on Saturday, Memon said, “The MQM enjoys power politics and cannot live without being in power”.
The minister said he only wished that the prime
KARACHI:
Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Saturday accused the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) of carrying on its routine political practice of supporting the ruling party.
Speaking to media at an Iftar dinner on Saturday, Memon said, “The MQM enjoys power politics and cannot live without being in power”.
The minister said he only wished that the prime
Bowing out: End of advisory road for Shujaat
The premier’s aviation adviser hands in his resignation after the SC ruling. Shujaat Azim.
ISLAMABAD:
The prime minister’s adviser on aviation, Shujaat Azim, tendered his resignation on Friday. Azim’s figurative walkout came after the top court’s ruling on the dual nationality status of high-ranking government officials, as he holds Canadian nationality.
Just this Thursday, a three-person bench, headed by Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry,
ISLAMABAD:
The prime minister’s adviser on aviation, Shujaat Azim, tendered his resignation on Friday. Azim’s figurative walkout came after the top court’s ruling on the dual nationality status of high-ranking government officials, as he holds Canadian nationality.
Just this Thursday, a three-person bench, headed by Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry,
Rising temperatures: AIOU employees protest against top management
Varsity’s press release says protesters incompetent. The protesters vowed to continue their struggle until the VC meets their demands.
ISLAMABAD:
There is a growing feeling of resentment among employees of the Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Islamabad against the vice chancellor and the top management over a plethora of issues ranging from non-regularisation of contractual employees to posting of ‘favourites’ allegedly on important positions.
The
ISLAMABAD:
There is a growing feeling of resentment among employees of the Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Islamabad against the vice chancellor and the top management over a plethora of issues ranging from non-regularisation of contractual employees to posting of ‘favourites’ allegedly on important positions.
The
Unwelcome neighbours: ‘Illegal’ hostels posing threat to I-8 residents’ security
CDA recently served notices to over 1,000 homeowners for violating bylaws. CDA recently served notices to over 1,000 homeowners for violating bylaws.
ISLAMABAD:
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has made a habit of serving notices to the capital’s land use violators and then failing to take the necessary follow-up action against them.
On July 27, the civic agency had served notices to over 1,000 owners of residential properties who were found to have
ISLAMABAD:
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has made a habit of serving notices to the capital’s land use violators and then failing to take the necessary follow-up action against them.
On July 27, the civic agency had served notices to over 1,000 owners of residential properties who were found to have
Meeting with Olson: Pakistan committed to Afghan peace, says PM Nawaz
He also shared the outcome of his adviser Sartaj Aziz’s recent trip to Kabul. Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.
ISLAMABAD:
Pakistan desires a strong, cooperative relationship with the United States and will support any initiative for peace in Afghanistan, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif told US ambassador to Pakistan Richard Olson on Friday.
In his meeting with the US envoy, held ahead of US Secretary of State John Kerry’s visit to Pakistan, the premier reiterated his
ISLAMABAD:
Pakistan desires a strong, cooperative relationship with the United States and will support any initiative for peace in Afghanistan, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif told US ambassador to Pakistan Richard Olson on Friday.
In his meeting with the US envoy, held ahead of US Secretary of State John Kerry’s visit to Pakistan, the premier reiterated his
Pro-business agenda: CDA will facilitate commerce, says Asif
A strategy will be formulated to deal with non-conforming use of properties while taking the ICCI on board, he said. The CDA is conducting a survey on non-conforming activities in industrial, commercial and residential areas of the city.
ISLAMABAD:
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) will facilitate businessmen in the smooth growth of business activities in the capital, CDA Chairman Nadeem Hassan Asif said while meeting representatives of the Islamabad
ISLAMABAD:
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) will facilitate businessmen in the smooth growth of business activities in the capital, CDA Chairman Nadeem Hassan Asif said while meeting representatives of the Islamabad
Rangers under fire: Killing unarmed civilians a serious matter, says CJ
AG directed to personally look into shooting deaths of two men in Karachi. Murad Ali's taxi.
ISLAMABAD:
A three-judge bench of the apex court directed Attorney General Muneer A Malik on Friday to personally supervise investigations into the shooting deaths of two civilians by Rangers personnel in Karachi.
Taxi driver Murid Abbas was gunned down on July 16 while Ghulam Haider shot on June 4.
“Prime facie, we are of the opinion that the culprits are not being
ISLAMABAD:
A three-judge bench of the apex court directed Attorney General Muneer A Malik on Friday to personally supervise investigations into the shooting deaths of two civilians by Rangers personnel in Karachi.
Taxi driver Murid Abbas was gunned down on July 16 while Ghulam Haider shot on June 4.
“Prime facie, we are of the opinion that the culprits are not being
‘Markhor 2013’: A youth leadership conference in the wild
The four-day conference will be held from October 3 to 6, 2013 at the lush Mukshpuri mountain top in Nathiagali. The youth leadership conference aims to bring a high number of young men and women together to inculcate a spirit of social leadership among them.
A youth leadership conference, titled ‘Markhor 2013’, was announced on Friday by Youth Impact — a non-profit youth development organisation known for its wilderness based training sessions.
The
A youth leadership conference, titled ‘Markhor 2013’, was announced on Friday by Youth Impact — a non-profit youth development organisation known for its wilderness based training sessions.
The
Not a great bargain: Two-member body formed to fix prices
Stall holders throw blame on wholesalers, customers call exercise futile. Stallholders and customers at the Attock Sasta Bazaar. PHOTO: RASHID ALI/EXPRESS
ATTOCK:
After the stallholders and shopkeepers at the Attock Sasta Bazaar locked horns with the local administration over official rates of daily-use commodities. A two-member committee has been formed to fix rates agreeable to both sides.
The committee was formed after the retailers at the sasta bazaar
ATTOCK:
After the stallholders and shopkeepers at the Attock Sasta Bazaar locked horns with the local administration over official rates of daily-use commodities. A two-member committee has been formed to fix rates agreeable to both sides.
The committee was formed after the retailers at the sasta bazaar
Protracted power cuts: ‘City of Pirs’ erupts in violent protests
Demonstrators in Multan attack police, ransack MEPCO offices. A police officer looks at the damage caused to the Mepco office. PHOTO: INP
Irate protesters burnt and vandalised Multan Electric Power Company (Mepco) offices and police stations on Friday in protest against unscheduled load-shedding and non-replacement of obsolete electricity transformers.
The first demonstration was organised near Garden Town Colony on the National Highway connecting Multan with South
Irate protesters burnt and vandalised Multan Electric Power Company (Mepco) offices and police stations on Friday in protest against unscheduled load-shedding and non-replacement of obsolete electricity transformers.
The first demonstration was organised near Garden Town Colony on the National Highway connecting Multan with South
KP takes lead in imposing emergency in health, edu sectors: KP Senior Minister
PESHAWAR (APP) The KP Senior Minister Sirajul Haq has said that his govt has imposed health and education emergency earlier than the Punjab and hinted at introducing new interest free loan with initial fund of Rs.2bn.
He vowed this govt came at helm of affairs with agenda of change and would thus provide relief to the poor masses by restoring supremacy of law and merit as well as the menaces of corruption, inability and nepotism would be eliminated all over the province.
He was talking to
He vowed this govt came at helm of affairs with agenda of change and would thus provide relief to the poor masses by restoring supremacy of law and merit as well as the menaces of corruption, inability and nepotism would be eliminated all over the province.
He was talking to
Ramazan festival at national press club
Islamabad (PPI) National Press Club (NPC) Islamabad has organized a 3-day Ramazan festival for the families of journalists at Rawalpindi-Islamabad Press Club. All journalists along with their families have been invited to attend the function‚ which would continue till today
Two million people join pope on Rio beach: Vatican
RIO DE JANEIRO: Two million people packed Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana beach on Saturday for a prayer vigil with Pope Francis, the Vatican said."There are two million people," spokesman Federico Lombardi told AFP on the second to last day of the pontiff's trip to Brazil, which coincides with World Youth Day, a gathering of young Catholics.
Students demand Qaim for age relaxation in competitive exams 2013
DADU: Graduate and post-graduate students have collectively demanded from Sindh chief minister, Syed Qaim Ali Shah to provide age relaxation at least 10 years in upcoming combine competitive examination of 2013 of Sindh Public Service Commission � SPSC here in dadu town on Saturday.
Students organized a demonstration before press club against age relaxation and they appealed sindh chief minister and other political representatives of provincial and national assemblies belonging to Dadu
Students organized a demonstration before press club against age relaxation and they appealed sindh chief minister and other political representatives of provincial and national assemblies belonging to Dadu
World Hepatitis Day: Going viral
In the wake of an epidemic of viral hepatitis, more needs to be done to save more lives from being lost in Pakistan. In the wake of an epidemic of viral hepatitis, more needs to be done to save more lives from being lost in Pakistan.
ISLAMABAD:
She looks weak and exhausted. Pregnant with her second child, Sonia Bibi, a resident of Chuadhrian ka Mohalla, Bhara Kahu, is a patient of hepatitis C. “I am not worried for myself but about my baby. I don’t know whether
ISLAMABAD:
She looks weak and exhausted. Pregnant with her second child, Sonia Bibi, a resident of Chuadhrian ka Mohalla, Bhara Kahu, is a patient of hepatitis C. “I am not worried for myself but about my baby. I don’t know whether
Siemens boss Peter Loescher to go after poor results
BERLIN: German engineering giant Siemens announced late Saturday that chief executive Peter Loescher was to be fired after failing to get the company back on track.In a brief statement, the company said it would "decide on the early departure of the President and CEO" and the appointment of his replacement at a meeting Wednesday.The company is due to report its third-quarter results next Thursday.Loescher, 55, has led the company since 2007, but his pending departure comes just a few days after
Parts of Sindh receive intermittent rain
KARACHI: Various cities of Sindh province received sporadic rain that turned weather pleasant, Geo News reported. Umerkot, Tharparkar, Nangarpar and adjacent areas received shower.Met office has forecast light rain in Kashmir, Hazara, Multan, Bahawalpur, Sukkur, Mirpurkhas and Hyderabad during next 24
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