Monday, 21 May 2012
Kidnapping of student protested from Nowshera district
PESHAWAR A group of students from Nowshera district staged demonstration outside the press club on Monday, protesting the alleged kidnapping of their colleague and his blackmailing afterwards. Led by Asad Khan, the students carrying banners and placards chanted slogans and asked the government to take action against the criminals. The demonstrators alleged the criminals kidnapped Waqas Khan seven months back and later videoed him for blackmailing. They alleged a case against the criminals had
Khyber Medical University KMU asked to ensure quality teaching at affiliated colleges quality teaching facilities
KMU asked to ensure quality teaching at affiliated colleges PESHAWAR: Governor Masood Kausar has said Khyber Medical University (KMU) should ensure ample opportunities of studies and research to the students of medical sciences and develop a mechanism for provision of quality teaching facilities at the affiliated colleges.
Presiding over the fifth meeting of the KMU senate on Monday, the governor particularly referred to working of private medical colleges affiliated to it and
Presiding over the fifth meeting of the KMU senate on Monday, the governor particularly referred to working of private medical colleges affiliated to it and
University of Peshawar UoP announces special admission quota for minority students
PESHAWAR The University of Peshawar (UoP) has announced special quota for minority students for admission to various disciplines. The announcement was made at an open forum held for minority students at the university with Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Qibla Ayaz in chair.
The item of quota allocation for the minority students would be put on the agenda of upcoming meeting of the academic council for final approval, the vice-chancellor said. The forum was organised by Directorate
The item of quota allocation for the minority students would be put on the agenda of upcoming meeting of the academic council for final approval, the vice-chancellor said. The forum was organised by Directorate
International Conference on Culture in Patiala University returns from India FAKHAR Zaman, Chairman, World Punjabi Congress
LAHORE Fakhar returns from India
FAKHAR Zaman, Chairman, World Punjabi Congress and International Sufi Council has returned from India after finalising the dates of International Conference on Culture in Patiala University on 7th-10th of September. The WPC has finalised a list of 70 delegates, comprising writers, scholars, educationists, journalists, poets and artists who will attend four conferences at Amritsar, Chandigarh, Patiala and Delhi on these
FAKHAR Zaman, Chairman, World Punjabi Congress and International Sufi Council has returned from India after finalising the dates of International Conference on Culture in Patiala University on 7th-10th of September. The WPC has finalised a list of 70 delegates, comprising writers, scholars, educationists, journalists, poets and artists who will attend four conferences at Amritsar, Chandigarh, Patiala and Delhi on these
Teachers sit-in on 25th demands of increase in salaries, Muttahida Mahaz Asataza Punjab (MMAP)
LAHORE Teachers sit-in on 25th
THE Muttahida Mahaz Asataza Punjab (MMAP) will organise a protest sit-in in front of the Chief Minister Secretariat on May 25 to press the government for its demands of increase in salaries, upgrade of posts and timescale
THE Muttahida Mahaz Asataza Punjab (MMAP) will organise a protest sit-in in front of the Chief Minister Secretariat on May 25 to press the government for its demands of increase in salaries, upgrade of posts and timescale
All Pakistan Inter-University Quiz Competition 2012 GOVERNMENT College University’s GCU quiz
LAHORE Quiz Competition 2012
GOVERNMENT College University’s All Pakistan Inter-University Quiz Competition 2012 with a title “GCU Brain of Pakistan” concluded on Monday. About 37 universities from across the country took part in the quiz contest organised by GCU Ravians Quiz Society, and the title was won by Agriculture University Faisalabad (UAF). Quaid-e-Azam University (QAU) Islamabad secured second position while University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore stood
GOVERNMENT College University’s All Pakistan Inter-University Quiz Competition 2012 with a title “GCU Brain of Pakistan” concluded on Monday. About 37 universities from across the country took part in the quiz contest organised by GCU Ravians Quiz Society, and the title was won by Agriculture University Faisalabad (UAF). Quaid-e-Azam University (QAU) Islamabad secured second position while University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore stood
First postgraduate course in engineering and financial management, concludes organised by the Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) and Ghulam Ishaq Khan (GIK)
LAHORE First postgraduate course concludes
THE first postgraduate certificate course in engineering and financial management, jointly organised by the Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) and Ghulam Ishaq Khan (GIK) Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, concluded at WAPDA Administrative Staff College.
The eight-week course, the first of its kind in Pakistan held at WAPDA Administrative Staff College for technical, administrative and
THE first postgraduate certificate course in engineering and financial management, jointly organised by the Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) and Ghulam Ishaq Khan (GIK) Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, concluded at WAPDA Administrative Staff College.
The eight-week course, the first of its kind in Pakistan held at WAPDA Administrative Staff College for technical, administrative and
Punjab University (PU) faculty emerged faculty divided over boycott
LAHORE Punjab University (PU) faculty emerged faculty divided over boycott
A CLEAR divide among the Punjab University (PU) faculty emerged on Monday with some teachers opposing the ongoing academic boycott by teachers while others wanted to extend the same until May 24.
The PU Academic Staff Association (ASA) on Monday announced to continue observing the academic boycott against hooliganism by the Islami Jamiat Talaba (IJT) on campus till May 24
A CLEAR divide among the Punjab University (PU) faculty emerged on Monday with some teachers opposing the ongoing academic boycott by teachers while others wanted to extend the same until May 24.
The PU Academic Staff Association (ASA) on Monday announced to continue observing the academic boycott against hooliganism by the Islami Jamiat Talaba (IJT) on campus till May 24
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degrees awarded at 15th Fatima Jinnah Dental College (FJDC), auditorium
Karachi
The Fatima Jinnah Dental College (FJDC), Karachi, held its 15th Convocation at the Bahria Auditorium, where 91 students were awarded the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degrees.
Vice-Chancellor University of Karachi (KU) Prof Dr Muhammad Qaiser conferred the degrees on 25 male and 66 female graduates. Besides 93 distinctions in various subjects, 18 Gold Medals for Role of Honours (highest marks in the subject in the university examination), and 12 shields for top
The Fatima Jinnah Dental College (FJDC), Karachi, held its 15th Convocation at the Bahria Auditorium, where 91 students were awarded the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degrees.
Vice-Chancellor University of Karachi (KU) Prof Dr Muhammad Qaiser conferred the degrees on 25 male and 66 female graduates. Besides 93 distinctions in various subjects, 18 Gold Medals for Role of Honours (highest marks in the subject in the university examination), and 12 shields for top
Karachi Doctors boycott OPD duties to protest against kidnappings doctors in province.
Karachi Doctors boycott OPD duties to protest against kidnappings
The out-patient departments (OPDs) of the Civil Hospital Karachi (CHK), Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) and Lyari General Hospital were shut at noon on Monday as a result of a token strike called against the kidnapping of doctors in the province.
The call was given by the Pakistan Medical Association (Sindh), People’s Doctors Forum (Karachi), Sindh Doctors Welfare Association, Young Doctors
The out-patient departments (OPDs) of the Civil Hospital Karachi (CHK), Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) and Lyari General Hospital were shut at noon on Monday as a result of a token strike called against the kidnapping of doctors in the province.
The call was given by the Pakistan Medical Association (Sindh), People’s Doctors Forum (Karachi), Sindh Doctors Welfare Association, Young Doctors
Sindh High Court (SHC) stays lower court’s order to book Aslam, Gabol and Interior Minister Rehman Malik
Karachi SHC stays lower court’s order to book
The Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday stayed the order of a lower court that sought registration of an FIR against a ruling party MNA and Crime Investigation Department (CID) Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Chaudhry Aslam.
The court was hearing the application of the SSP, who sought the quashment of an order passed by the Additional District and Sessions Court South regarding registration of a case against him for an
The Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday stayed the order of a lower court that sought registration of an FIR against a ruling party MNA and Crime Investigation Department (CID) Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Chaudhry Aslam.
The court was hearing the application of the SSP, who sought the quashment of an order passed by the Additional District and Sessions Court South regarding registration of a case against him for an
exhibition of art by Masuma Halai Khwaja display at Khaas Art Gallery Karachi-based artist
Islamabad Masuma Halai refreshes Islamabad’s art scene with an absorbing collection
An absorbing exhibition of art by Masuma Halai Khwaja goes on display at Khaas Art Gallery here today (Tuesday). Masuma’s recent work raises questions about personal and collective identity; of belonging and estrangement; and of the kind of morals that we safeguard and the mindsets that steer the course of our collective future.
“The issues surrounding identity are bigger than
An absorbing exhibition of art by Masuma Halai Khwaja goes on display at Khaas Art Gallery here today (Tuesday). Masuma’s recent work raises questions about personal and collective identity; of belonging and estrangement; and of the kind of morals that we safeguard and the mindsets that steer the course of our collective future.
“The issues surrounding identity are bigger than
Professor Dr. Irfan-ul-Haq, appointed acting VC of Pir Mehr Ali Shah-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi AAUR
Rawalpindi Dr Irfan appointed acting VC of AAUR
Professor Dr. Irfan-ul-Haq, Dean, Faculty of Crop and Food Sciences and senior most professor of the university, has been appointed as acting Vice Chancellor of Pir Mehr Ali Shah-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi.
Professor Dr. Irfan carries a remarkable academic career throughout his education.He got Doctorate Degree in Plant Pathology from University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, USA. He was also awarded Merit
Professor Dr. Irfan-ul-Haq, Dean, Faculty of Crop and Food Sciences and senior most professor of the university, has been appointed as acting Vice Chancellor of Pir Mehr Ali Shah-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi.
Professor Dr. Irfan carries a remarkable academic career throughout his education.He got Doctorate Degree in Plant Pathology from University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, USA. He was also awarded Merit
Non-release of development funds: Higher Education Commission (HEC) stops work on 152 projects
Islamabad Non-release of development funds: HEC stops work on 152 projects
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has completed only 23 projects out of the total 175 initiated in the current fiscal year 2011-2012 due to non-release of development funds.
Credible sources told ‘The News’ here on Monday that work on the remaining 152 projects was started, but it remained incomplete due to non-release of total development funds under the PSDP.
According to
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has completed only 23 projects out of the total 175 initiated in the current fiscal year 2011-2012 due to non-release of development funds.
Credible sources told ‘The News’ here on Monday that work on the remaining 152 projects was started, but it remained incomplete due to non-release of total development funds under the PSDP.
According to
Bananas: Rs400 per dozen in fruit shops of twin cities All Pakistan Fruit Wholesalers Association
Rawalpindi Bananas: Rs400 per dozen
Bananas are being sold at the rate of Rs400 per dozen in fruit shops of twin cities. All Pakistan Fruit Wholesalers Association President Shaikh Sajjad Ahmed told ‘The News’ that they were importing bananas from India and Dubai. “Most of the banana trees were damaged in floods. Therefore, we are facing worst kind of shortage of bananas and importing them from other countries at high prices,” he claimed.
‘The News’ has
Bananas are being sold at the rate of Rs400 per dozen in fruit shops of twin cities. All Pakistan Fruit Wholesalers Association President Shaikh Sajjad Ahmed told ‘The News’ that they were importing bananas from India and Dubai. “Most of the banana trees were damaged in floods. Therefore, we are facing worst kind of shortage of bananas and importing them from other countries at high prices,” he claimed.
‘The News’ has
awareness and education of masses about laws urged addressing human rights issues like National Commission for Human Rights Bill,
Awareness, education of masses about laws urged Islamabad
The implementation of recently introduced legislations on human depends upon the awareness and education of the masses about these laws.
This was stated by the Advisor to Prime Minister on Human Rights Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar in a meeting with UN Special rapporteur on Independence of Judges and Lawyers Gabriela Knaul.The advisor apprised Knaul about recent legislative initiatives of the government for addressing human
The implementation of recently introduced legislations on human depends upon the awareness and education of the masses about these laws.
This was stated by the Advisor to Prime Minister on Human Rights Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar in a meeting with UN Special rapporteur on Independence of Judges and Lawyers Gabriela Knaul.The advisor apprised Knaul about recent legislative initiatives of the government for addressing human
Chicago summit on Afghanistan and centrality of Pakistan the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, to be held in Chicago, United States,
The 2012 Chicago summit is a meeting of the heads of state and heads of government of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, to be held in Chicago, United States, on 20 and 21 May 2012. The Chicago summit was originally planned as an “implementation summit” to follow up the 2010 summit in Lisbon. However, the group is now likely to discuss the impact of recent events, such as the Arab Spring, Libyan civil war, global financial crisis, and transition for Nato forces in Afghanistan. The
life of around 500 students lives at stake Government Christian Higher Secondary School, Raja Bazaar,
Rawalpindi 500 students lives at stake
The life of around 500 students of the Government Christian Higher Secondary School, Raja Bazaar, is at stake because the owner of a nearby plaza has placed a huge power generator on the rooftop of two rooms of the academic institution, which was built way back in 1856.
The constant vibration of the power generator has damaged the school building and despite submitting several applications with police and local education
The life of around 500 students of the Government Christian Higher Secondary School, Raja Bazaar, is at stake because the owner of a nearby plaza has placed a huge power generator on the rooftop of two rooms of the academic institution, which was built way back in 1856.
The constant vibration of the power generator has damaged the school building and despite submitting several applications with police and local education
Dr Khalil Chishty, to lead proposed virus control centre at University of Karachi (KU)
Karachi
Dr Khalil Chishty, who was recently released by India after 20 years of incarceration, will be leading a proposed virus control centre at the University of Karachi (KU).
The university has been planning to set up a ‘Vector-borne Viral Disease Control and Surveillance Centre’, owing to rapid spread of multiple virus ranging from influenza to dengue in the city and other parts of the country, and Dr Chishty agreed to run it, said Pro Vice Chancellor of KU Dr Shahana
Dr Khalil Chishty, who was recently released by India after 20 years of incarceration, will be leading a proposed virus control centre at the University of Karachi (KU).
The university has been planning to set up a ‘Vector-borne Viral Disease Control and Surveillance Centre’, owing to rapid spread of multiple virus ranging from influenza to dengue in the city and other parts of the country, and Dr Chishty agreed to run it, said Pro Vice Chancellor of KU Dr Shahana
Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE) workshop on April 2
FAISALABAD National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE) will organize a 5-day national training workshop on 'Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry' here on April 02-06.According to a spokesman of the NIBGE, young faculty members, researchers, postgraduate students and relevant technicians with MSc degrees in Physical/Life Sciences working in academia, research institutions and industries will participate in the workshop for which registration has been completed.
However,
However,
“as soon as possible” Nato urges Pakistan to reopen supply route
CHICAGO: Nato leaders on Monday called on Pakistan to reopen a key supply route into Afghanistan “as soon as possible” after talks with Islamabad on the border crossing faltered.
In a declaration at a summit in Chicago, the alliance expressed appreciation to Russia and Central Asian governments for allowing supply convoys through their territory and said “Nato continues to work with Pakistan to reopen the ground lines of communication as soon as possible.”
“The countries in the
In a declaration at a summit in Chicago, the alliance expressed appreciation to Russia and Central Asian governments for allowing supply convoys through their territory and said “Nato continues to work with Pakistan to reopen the ground lines of communication as soon as possible.”
“The countries in the
7th Connect IT Exhibition 2012 in Pakistan
7th Connect IT Exhibition 2012, the finest B2B exhibition of Pakistan will be displaying newest technologies & leading business concepts in the local IT sector.
With the passage of time, Connect IT Exhibition has cemented its status as a one stop solution for the local businesses in the IT industry with finest arrangements. 7th Connect 2012 will take place from 22-24th May 2012 and will concentrate on luring industry leaders from all over the globe to display modern ICT solutions &
With the passage of time, Connect IT Exhibition has cemented its status as a one stop solution for the local businesses in the IT industry with finest arrangements. 7th Connect 2012 will take place from 22-24th May 2012 and will concentrate on luring industry leaders from all over the globe to display modern ICT solutions &
AIOU final exams start today
TAXILA, May 20: Heavy Industries Taxila Education City (HITEC) is playing highly productive role in imparting quality education to the students in different fields.
Corps Commander Peshawar Lt General Khalid Rabbani expressed these views during his visit to the Education City on Saturday. He said that the educational facilities provided to the students from pre-school to university level were highly appreciative and the students of this prestigious institution would excel in their
Corps Commander Peshawar Lt General Khalid Rabbani expressed these views during his visit to the Education City on Saturday. He said that the educational facilities provided to the students from pre-school to university level were highly appreciative and the students of this prestigious institution would excel in their
HITEC Education City’s role lauded
ISLAMABAD, May 20: The final examinations for matriculation and postgraduate programmes of the Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) for semester autumn-2011 will begin today (Monday) through the country.
It was stated by AIOU Controller of Examinations Muhammad Bashir Chaudhry. He said that the roll number slips had already been dispatched to all the eligible enrolled candidates at their given addresses.
He said that candidates who had not received their roll number slips so far were
It was stated by AIOU Controller of Examinations Muhammad Bashir Chaudhry. He said that the roll number slips had already been dispatched to all the eligible enrolled candidates at their given addresses.
He said that candidates who had not received their roll number slips so far were
NLA of 4 books being launched today
ISLAMABAD, May 20: The National Language Authority (NLA) will hold the launching ceremony of four books today (Monday).
According to a press release, ‘Tareekh Adabiyat-e-Multan’ by Dr. Rubina Tareen and ‘Urdu Afsanay main Jila Watni ka Izhar’ by Rubina Almas will be launched.
The other two books are ‘Mashahir-e-Adab, Khaar Zaar-e-Siyasat Main’ by Muhammad Khawar Nawazish and ‘Kohat ki Ilmi-o-Adabi Khidmaat’ by Sajjad Ahmed.
According to a press release, ‘Tareekh Adabiyat-e-Multan’ by Dr. Rubina Tareen and ‘Urdu Afsanay main Jila Watni ka Izhar’ by Rubina Almas will be launched.
The other two books are ‘Mashahir-e-Adab, Khaar Zaar-e-Siyasat Main’ by Muhammad Khawar Nawazish and ‘Kohat ki Ilmi-o-Adabi Khidmaat’ by Sajjad Ahmed.
PU will opened today for academic activities
WILL the Punjab University will open and resume academic activities on Monday (today) – after the turbulent last week that witnessed protests and strikes in the aftermath of IJT leader’s murder and thrashing of university teachers on campus?
This is the question students are asking. A simple answer is that the classes may not resume.
However, the situation within Punjab University is not so simple. The PU Academic Staff Association was on strike last week and had urged (even
This is the question students are asking. A simple answer is that the classes may not resume.
However, the situation within Punjab University is not so simple. The PU Academic Staff Association was on strike last week and had urged (even
Plan to build medical college in Swabi district
SWABI, May 20: The Awami National Party-led provincial government has decided to build a medical college in the name of late Khan Abdul Wali Khan near Bacha Khan Hospital Complex at Shahmansoor in Swabi district.
In this connection, Senator Azam Hoti, provincial ministers Zar Shaid Khan and Sitara Ayaz, MPAs Sikandar Irfan and Yasmeen Jasim, party’s district president Rehmanullah, general secretary Tamraiz Khan and Dr Mohammad Ishfaq visited the site of the proposed college here on Sunday.
In this connection, Senator Azam Hoti, provincial ministers Zar Shaid Khan and Sitara Ayaz, MPAs Sikandar Irfan and Yasmeen Jasim, party’s district president Rehmanullah, general secretary Tamraiz Khan and Dr Mohammad Ishfaq visited the site of the proposed college here on Sunday.
Dwarfism Chitral boy’s education dream
CHITRAL, May 20: Ihteshamul Haq has a burning desire to go to school but the fear of being teased by students is forcing this markedly short boy from Warijun village of Upper Chitral to stay home.
The 15-year-old, whose height is 27 inches and weight seven kilogrammes, suffers from achondroplasia, a disorder of bone growth that causes dwarfism.
He told Dawn on Saturday that he had a very strong desire to be enrolled in a school but was out of school only because he feared that his
The 15-year-old, whose height is 27 inches and weight seven kilogrammes, suffers from achondroplasia, a disorder of bone growth that causes dwarfism.
He told Dawn on Saturday that he had a very strong desire to be enrolled in a school but was out of school only because he feared that his
Fun games, music, food feature at Mardan spring peace festival
MARDAN, May 20: A three-day spring peace festival concluded here on Sunday with the message to uproot militancy from the society and restore normalcy in parts of the Pakhtun region as well as the country.
The festival was organised by local traders led by Lal Mohammad Toru and Pir Iftikhar in association with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Tourism Corporation at the Mardan Sports Complex.
Traders hailing from Multan, Lahore, Hyderabad, Faisalabad, Haripur, D.I. Khan, Peshawar, Charsadda,
The festival was organised by local traders led by Lal Mohammad Toru and Pir Iftikhar in association with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Tourism Corporation at the Mardan Sports Complex.
Traders hailing from Multan, Lahore, Hyderabad, Faisalabad, Haripur, D.I. Khan, Peshawar, Charsadda,
Summer vacation in July, August: Students, parents displeasure by late decision
KARACHI, May 20: A large number of people, including parents and schoolchildren, have expressed their disappointment and displeasure over the sudden and late announcement of change in the routine summer vacation schedule.
The Sindh government on Friday announced that the two-month summer vacation in schools and colleges would begin on July 1 instead of June 1.
Speaking to Dawn, students and parents said that many of them had already planned their activities for the vacation, outings and
The Sindh government on Friday announced that the two-month summer vacation in schools and colleges would begin on July 1 instead of June 1.
Speaking to Dawn, students and parents said that many of them had already planned their activities for the vacation, outings and
KU exams, announced extension of interviews & vacation
KARACHI, May 20: The University of Karachi has announced extension of semester examinations-2012 till June 4 and declared summer vacation from June 5 to 15.
In a statement issued on Sunday, it said that the academic calendar of the university’s evening programme would remain unchanged.
In a separate announcement, it said that the interviews of successful candidates of MPhil/PhD/MS/MD aptitude test would be held on May 24 and of PhD in law on May
In a statement issued on Sunday, it said that the academic calendar of the university’s evening programme would remain unchanged.
In a separate announcement, it said that the interviews of successful candidates of MPhil/PhD/MS/MD aptitude test would be held on May 24 and of PhD in law on May
SUTA: Appointment of VC urged
HYDERABAD, May 20: The Sindh University Teachers Association (SUTA) has regtretted that the university has been without a permanent vice-chancellor for three months.
It said that if Governor and Chancellor of the university Dr Ishratul Ibad did not resolve the issue through negotiation, the Sindh chapter of the Federation of All Pakistan Universities Academic Staff Association would hold its next meeting in Karachi to chalk out its plan of action which might include a demonstration outside
It said that if Governor and Chancellor of the university Dr Ishratul Ibad did not resolve the issue through negotiation, the Sindh chapter of the Federation of All Pakistan Universities Academic Staff Association would hold its next meeting in Karachi to chalk out its plan of action which might include a demonstration outside
Date announce for interviews for MPhil, PhD, MS, MD admissions
KARACHI - Convener Post Graduate Admission Committee, University of Karachi, Prof Dr Shahana Urooj Kazmi announced that those who have passed M.Phil/PhD.MS/MD aptitude test should appear for interview in their respective departments on May 24.
A university statement issued here on Sunday pointed out that for admission in M.Phil Programme the candidates will have to write one page research proposal on the spot and a two page proposal for admission in PhD Programme.
However, interviews for
A university statement issued here on Sunday pointed out that for admission in M.Phil Programme the candidates will have to write one page research proposal on the spot and a two page proposal for admission in PhD Programme.
However, interviews for
Colgate-Palmolive holds “My Bright Smile” Global Art Contest
Karachi - For the past 12 years, Colgate-Palmolive has been organising the “My Bright Smile” Global Art Contest. The contest falls under the umbrella of Colgate's Oral Health Education Program Bright Smiles, Bright Futures (BSBF), which not only gives children all over the world a creative outlet to showcase their artistic skills but also inculcates good oral are habits in them.
The “My Bright Smile” Global Art Contest is open across Pakistan to all school-going children between the
The “My Bright Smile” Global Art Contest is open across Pakistan to all school-going children between the
UVAS to approved the launching of new degree programmes
LAHORE - The Academic Council of the University of Animal and Veterinary Sciences (UVAS) chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Talat Naseer Pasha approved the launching of new degree programmes.
It was decided during an Academic Council’s 29th meeting which was held at Syndicate room. VC said the university would ensure the quality of education because we could not afford any discrepancy at all.
He said that competent teachers had been engaged to equip the students with latest knowledge and
It was decided during an Academic Council’s 29th meeting which was held at Syndicate room. VC said the university would ensure the quality of education because we could not afford any discrepancy at all.
He said that competent teachers had been engaged to equip the students with latest knowledge and
IIU starts admissions for fall semester can be submitted by June 29
ISLAMABAD - International Islamic University (IIUI) has started admissions for the fall semester and applications for admissions can be submitted by June 29.
The details for admission tests are available on university website and no other letter would be issued to students in this regard, says a circular issued by university administration.
According to circular, the university has started its admissions in Faculties of Arabic, Basic and applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology,
The details for admission tests are available on university website and no other letter would be issued to students in this regard, says a circular issued by university administration.
According to circular, the university has started its admissions in Faculties of Arabic, Basic and applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology,
Group show on modern miniature art continues at Rohtas gallery
ISLAMABAD - The exhibition of modern miniature paintings by three artists at Rohtas art gallery here will continue till May 23 with a focus on promoting contemporary techniques that merge the theme and compositions.
The collection of over 20 miniature paintings has been put on display by Fahad Hameed, Noureen Rasheed and Shiblee Munir with title “Neo World Order”.
Noureen displayed her work with portrayal of experiences of her life as surviving among the set rules where she finds
The collection of over 20 miniature paintings has been put on display by Fahad Hameed, Noureen Rasheed and Shiblee Munir with title “Neo World Order”.
Noureen displayed her work with portrayal of experiences of her life as surviving among the set rules where she finds
AIOU to host Asian Association Open Universities annual conference 2013
ISLAMABAD - The Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) will host the Asian Association Open Universities annual conference 2013 to strengthen regional cooperation to fight illiteracy and ensure quality education through distance-learning and e-learning system. “All the necessary preparations for this purpose are already underway” this was stated by Prof. Dr. Nazir Ahmed Sangi while addressing the 25th meeting of Board of Advanced Studies and Research (BASR).
According to a AIOU press
According to a AIOU press
Students to appear in first term exams sans having read English book
ISLAMABAD - Students of the educational institutions working under Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) will appear in the first term exams without having a glimpse of the English book.
The FDE has failed to provide all textbooks to the students for the new academic session, which started more than a month ago and students are unable to prepare themselves for the exams. The directorate has announced the schedule of the first term exams of class I-V, commencing from this week while the
The FDE has failed to provide all textbooks to the students for the new academic session, which started more than a month ago and students are unable to prepare themselves for the exams. The directorate has announced the schedule of the first term exams of class I-V, commencing from this week while the
Nato supplies: Truckers ready but heightened security concerns
KARACHI – Transporters are ready to carry fuel and logistical supplies to the NATO forces albeit with heightened security concerns, as they have been issued threats by certain banned outfits, informed sources say.
Around 5,000 tankers had been carrying supplies to the NATO before the deadly attack on Salala. In all, 30,000 people have been directly or indirectly involved in this transportation process.
Although it would be a welcoming gesture for all drivers and their helpers, who were
Around 5,000 tankers had been carrying supplies to the NATO before the deadly attack on Salala. In all, 30,000 people have been directly or indirectly involved in this transportation process.
Although it would be a welcoming gesture for all drivers and their helpers, who were
Dr Abdul Qadeer lauds Nazeer Hussain University (NHU)
KARACHI - Renowned nuclear scientist Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan visited Nazeer Hussain University on Saturday and praised MQM leader Altaf Hussain for establishing a university for the people belonging to the poor. He said the NHU would prove to be a milestone in the field of education in the country and hoped that such more institutions would be established in the future.
He regretted that a uniform system of education did not exist in the country and acknowledged its importance. Dr Khan
He regretted that a uniform system of education did not exist in the country and acknowledged its importance. Dr Khan
Sunday, 20 May 2012
BSEK has announced that Enrolment sans ‘B-Form’ for 9th class papers
KARACHI - The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) has announced that it has notified all heads of institutions, affiliated with the board, that the enrolment forms of class ninth for SSC Part-I (IX-Class), Annual Examination-2013 can be submitted without “B-Form” in case of unavailability of the form.
BSEK Secretary Hoor Mazhar said that in case of unavailability of “B-Form” enrolment forms of class ninth (science and general group) can be submitted without “B-Form”
BSEK Secretary Hoor Mazhar said that in case of unavailability of “B-Form” enrolment forms of class ninth (science and general group) can be submitted without “B-Form”
Government committed to promoting education: Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh
ISLAMABAD - More than 370 students of various disciplines were awarded degrees in the 2nd Convocation of Iqra University on Saturday.Federal Minister for Finance and Economic Affairs, Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh, presided over the ceremony. Chief of Naval Staff Asif Sandila Chancellor and Vice Chancellor of the university, besides a large gathering of students, their parents, faculty members and board of governors, also attended the event.The students have been awarded degrees in the disciplines of
Dr. Samar Mubarakmand: AQ Khan angry with me over nuclear test
ISLAMABAD : Responding back to harsh criticism by Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan, leading Pakistani scientist Dr. Samar Mubarakmand on Saturday said that Dr Qadeer is angry at him due to Chagai nuclear explosion in 1998. ‘I respect Dr Khan but he should tell that how have I committed intellectual dishonesty about Thar Coal Project’, Mubarakmand commented.
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Expelled Quaid-e-Azam University students demand reinstatement
ISLAMABAD – A group of 11 students of Quaid-e-Azam University Saturday called for their reinstatement and staged a peaceful demonstration for solution of their genuine demands.A QAU official says the students were expelled after they motivated other students to disrupt a three-day social sciences conference last month. He told Online that the disciplinary body, comprising of teachers, of the varsity had taken the decision to expel the students for their misconduct. He said that the
PCE and SAQE organised Seminar calls for making education free, compulsory
The Pakistan Coalition for Education and Society for Access to Quality Education (SAQE) organised a consultative seminar on ‘Education for all: Role of Media’ here at a local hotel on Saturday. The objective of the meeting was to create a liaison between the media and civil society to minimise the gap in the enactment of Article 25-A. Dr Bela Raza Jamil gave an overview of the Pakistan Coalition for Education and informed the participants about the progress on Right to Education Article
Dolly Bindra: Veena was bringing shame to both Pakistan and India
LAHORE – ‘Big Boss’ fame Indian actress Dolly Bindra on Saturday fulminated against Pakistani controversy queen Veena Malik, dubbing her as a stigma for not only Pakistan and India but also womanhood.
Dolly, who is visiting Pakistan these days, was addressing a press conference at the Lahore Press Club on Saturday. She said that Veena was bringing shame to both Pakistan and India.
“She (Veena) ruined the career of cricketer Mohammad Asif and looted his money. She had relations
Dolly, who is visiting Pakistan these days, was addressing a press conference at the Lahore Press Club on Saturday. She said that Veena was bringing shame to both Pakistan and India.
“She (Veena) ruined the career of cricketer Mohammad Asif and looted his money. She had relations
Punjab Health Dept’s plans to control gastro
LAHORE – The Punjab Health Department has directed heads of medical institutions and public hospitals and all Health EDOs to adopt measures to control epidemics of waterborne diseases, especially gastroenteritis.
A control room has also been set up at the Directorate General Health. A spokesperson for the Health Department said that the control room would collect reports daily from teaching hospitals and other sources and forward them to the higher authorities.
The administrations
A control room has also been set up at the Directorate General Health. A spokesperson for the Health Department said that the control room would collect reports daily from teaching hospitals and other sources and forward them to the higher authorities.
The administrations
Three-day training workshop concludes
LAHORE – A three-day training workshop for providing basic life support to the students of King Edward Medical University (KEMU), Lahore, concluded on Saturday.
The workshop was organised by the Punjab Emergency Service (Rescue 1122). As many as 250 students were imparted training on initial patient assessment, rescue breathing, treatment of foreign body airway obstruction, cardio pulmonary resuscitation and management of spinal injury patients.
The specially designed training
The workshop was organised by the Punjab Emergency Service (Rescue 1122). As many as 250 students were imparted training on initial patient assessment, rescue breathing, treatment of foreign body airway obstruction, cardio pulmonary resuscitation and management of spinal injury patients.
The specially designed training
Teachers to continue boycott against the manhandling
LAHROE – Punjab University Academic Staff Association (PUASA) will continue boycott of classes on Monday against the manhandling of teachers by Islami Jamiat-e-Talaba a couple of days back. According to ASA, the association’s general body’s meeting will be held to formulate further plan. ASA will also organise a solidarity walk at 11:00AM in PU new campus.
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launch of a book ‘Maqamat-e-Dil’ launched at the Bashir A Malik Auditorium SSUET
Karachi
The Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET) hosted the launch of a book “Maqamat-e-Dil” at the Bashir A Malik Auditorium.
Chancellor SSUET Z A Nizami presided over the ceremony, which was attended by noted writers, scholars and other literary personalities.
Inaugurating the ceremony, he said that the SSUET supported the cause of promotion of Urdu language and literature. Despite the fact that the university was an engineering
The Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET) hosted the launch of a book “Maqamat-e-Dil” at the Bashir A Malik Auditorium.
Chancellor SSUET Z A Nizami presided over the ceremony, which was attended by noted writers, scholars and other literary personalities.
Inaugurating the ceremony, he said that the SSUET supported the cause of promotion of Urdu language and literature. Despite the fact that the university was an engineering
University of Karachi KU extends semester exams 2012 date till June 4
KU extends semester exams date till June 4 Karachi
The registrar of the University of Karachi (KU) on Sunday announced that the schedule for the Semester Examinations – 2012 has been extended till June 4, while the summer vacation would continue from June 5 till July 15.
The academic calendar of the evening programme would remain unchanged.
Meanwhile, the convener of the Postgraduate Admission Committee, Prof Dr Shahana Urooj Kazmi, announced that those
The registrar of the University of Karachi (KU) on Sunday announced that the schedule for the Semester Examinations – 2012 has been extended till June 4, while the summer vacation would continue from June 5 till July 15.
The academic calendar of the evening programme would remain unchanged.
Meanwhile, the convener of the Postgraduate Admission Committee, Prof Dr Shahana Urooj Kazmi, announced that those
Teachers demand 100pc increment in salaries Senior Federal Minister and Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML Q)
Teachers demand 100pc increment in salaries
LAHORE: A delegation of Punjab Teachers Union (PTU) on Sunday called upon Senior Federal Minister and Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML Q) leader Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi.
The delegation presented its problems and demands to the minister and requested for help.
PTU President Sajjad Kazmi said the teachers wanted 100 percent increment in salaries in the upcoming budget, upgrading of teachers, regularisation of teachers employed on contract
LAHORE: A delegation of Punjab Teachers Union (PTU) on Sunday called upon Senior Federal Minister and Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML Q) leader Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi.
The delegation presented its problems and demands to the minister and requested for help.
PTU President Sajjad Kazmi said the teachers wanted 100 percent increment in salaries in the upcoming budget, upgrading of teachers, regularisation of teachers employed on contract
Board of Advanced Studies and Research, University of Karachi KU’s first female student to complete Commerce PhD
KU’s first female student to complete Commerce PhD
KARACHI: Board of Advanced Studies and Research, University of Karachi (KU) recently approved a PhD degree in commerce to be conferred upon Prof Dr Dilshad Zafar. Prof Zafar holds the privilege of being the first lady doctor from the KU in the field of commerce. Dr Zafar completed her thesis under the supervision of Prof Dr Abuzar Wajidi, Dean Faculty of Management and Administrative Sciences. She has served the Department of Commerce as
KARACHI: Board of Advanced Studies and Research, University of Karachi (KU) recently approved a PhD degree in commerce to be conferred upon Prof Dr Dilshad Zafar. Prof Zafar holds the privilege of being the first lady doctor from the KU in the field of commerce. Dr Zafar completed her thesis under the supervision of Prof Dr Abuzar Wajidi, Dean Faculty of Management and Administrative Sciences. She has served the Department of Commerce as
University of Karachi (KU) announces interview dates for postgraduate admissions
KU announces interview dates for postgraduate admissions
KARACHI: The University of Karachi (KU) Postgraduate Admissions Committee Convener Prof Dr Shahana Urooj Kazmi on Sunday announced that the interviews of MPhil PhD MS MD aptitude tests’ successful candidates will be held in the respective departments on May 24. It is noteworthy that for the admission in MPhil programme, candidates will have to write a one-page research proposal and a two-page proposal for admission in the PhD
KARACHI: The University of Karachi (KU) Postgraduate Admissions Committee Convener Prof Dr Shahana Urooj Kazmi on Sunday announced that the interviews of MPhil PhD MS MD aptitude tests’ successful candidates will be held in the respective departments on May 24. It is noteworthy that for the admission in MPhil programme, candidates will have to write a one-page research proposal and a two-page proposal for admission in the PhD
National University of Modern Languages (NUML) Mehfil-e-Mushaira today
NUML to arrange Mehfil-e-Mushaira today
ISLAMABAD The National University of Modern Languages (NUML) will hold a ‘Mehfil-e-Musharia’ today as a part of its literary initiatives. The Mushaira will be arranged by the Department of Urdu Language. A number of literary personalities will participate in the event, that will be presided over by Aftab Iqbal Shahmeem and Anwar Masood while Dr Tauseef Tabsum and Mrs Shabnam Shakeel would be chief guests in Mehfil-e-Musharia.
ISLAMABAD The National University of Modern Languages (NUML) will hold a ‘Mehfil-e-Musharia’ today as a part of its literary initiatives. The Mushaira will be arranged by the Department of Urdu Language. A number of literary personalities will participate in the event, that will be presided over by Aftab Iqbal Shahmeem and Anwar Masood while Dr Tauseef Tabsum and Mrs Shabnam Shakeel would be chief guests in Mehfil-e-Musharia.
International Islamic University IIUI admissions for fall semester
IIUI admissions for fall semester
ISLAMABAD: The International Islamic University has started admissions for the fall semester and applications for admissions can be submitted by June 29.
The details for admission tests are available on the university’s website and no other letter would be issued to students in this regard, says a circular issued by university administration.
According to circular, the university has started its admissions in Faculties of Arabic, Basic and applied
ISLAMABAD: The International Islamic University has started admissions for the fall semester and applications for admissions can be submitted by June 29.
The details for admission tests are available on the university’s website and no other letter would be issued to students in this regard, says a circular issued by university administration.
According to circular, the university has started its admissions in Faculties of Arabic, Basic and applied
Dr Shafiq’s services hailed at book launching ceremony book titled “Kuch yadain, kuch safar” (Some memories, some journeys)
PESHAWAR: Speakers, including doctors and academicians, paid tributes to the services of known psychiatrist and writer Prof Dr Mohammad Shafiq in the field of medicine and literature here at the launching ceremony of his book.
The book titled “Kuch yadain, kuch safar” (Some memories, some journeys) was launched at an event at the Iranian Cultural Centre. It is the second Urdu book authored by Dr Shafiq.The book contains personal experiences and professional problems faced by
The book titled “Kuch yadain, kuch safar” (Some memories, some journeys) was launched at an event at the Iranian Cultural Centre. It is the second Urdu book authored by Dr Shafiq.The book contains personal experiences and professional problems faced by
School blown up in Swabi
SWABI A primary school for boys was blown up in Kalu Dher area on Sunday, police said.Officials said one of the two locally-made bombs, planted in the veranda of the Government Primary School for Boys Kalu Dher went off early in the day. The other device, they said, did not explode and was defused later by the bomb disposal unit officials.The explosion destroyed the rooms and entrance gate of the school. A case was registered in the Kalu Khan Police Station. Several educational institutions
International Museum Day marked painting competition to highlight the significance of the day, at Hazara University
MANSEHRA: The Department of Archeology of the Hazara University in collaboration with the Abbott Museum, Abbottabad observed the International Museum Day by holding a painting competition to highlight the significance of the day, which was attended by special students.
The event was arranged to join hands with over 30,000 museums across the world celebrating International Museum Day, which was observed on May 18.Dr Abdul Samad, chairman Department of Archaeology, Hazara University,
The event was arranged to join hands with over 30,000 museums across the world celebrating International Museum Day, which was observed on May 18.Dr Abdul Samad, chairman Department of Archaeology, Hazara University,
ASME Student Design Competition and student profession conference of Bits Pilani University held on Dubai campus
LAHORE Distinction
MOEEZ Riaz stood third in a student profession conference of Bits Pilani University held on Dubai campus under the auspices of the American Society of Mechanical Engineering. Moeez of University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, presented four car designs, elastic potential energy car, solar energy car, wind power energy car and electric energy car in the ASME Student Design Competition and got third
MOEEZ Riaz stood third in a student profession conference of Bits Pilani University held on Dubai campus under the auspices of the American Society of Mechanical Engineering. Moeez of University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, presented four car designs, elastic potential energy car, solar energy car, wind power energy car and electric energy car in the ASME Student Design Competition and got third
Folk gala and ‘Musical Nites’ ends encourage folk artists at Al Hamra Arts Council, The Mall,
LAHORE Folk gala ends
THREE days long ‘Musical Nites’ to encourage folk artists at Al Hamra Arts Council, The Mall, concluded on Sunday night. Folk song and dance extravaganza enthralled large number of audience at the event. Folk singers and dancers from Seraiki, Potohar and Punjabi belts presented their highly entertaining performances to the audience on the
THREE days long ‘Musical Nites’ to encourage folk artists at Al Hamra Arts Council, The Mall, concluded on Sunday night. Folk song and dance extravaganza enthralled large number of audience at the event. Folk singers and dancers from Seraiki, Potohar and Punjabi belts presented their highly entertaining performances to the audience on the
SENIOR Minister for Defence Production and Industry Pervaiz Elahi assures teachers of resolving problems
LAHORE Pervaiz assures teachers of resolving problems
SENIOR Minister for Defence Production and Industry Ch Pervaiz Elahi assured Punjab Teachers Union (PTU) of his all-out efforts to take up issue of increase in teachers’ salaries and other benefits at the federal cabinet meeting.
A press statement here on Sunday said a PTU delegation called on the former chief minister Punjab and urged him to highlight problems being faced by schoolteachers across the province.
SENIOR Minister for Defence Production and Industry Ch Pervaiz Elahi assured Punjab Teachers Union (PTU) of his all-out efforts to take up issue of increase in teachers’ salaries and other benefits at the federal cabinet meeting.
A press statement here on Sunday said a PTU delegation called on the former chief minister Punjab and urged him to highlight problems being faced by schoolteachers across the province.
Nussrat Manzoor Khan’s novel “Ufaq Ky Uss Par Ki Chahat Mae” institution of family launched
LAHORE Novel on institution of family launched
Nussrat Manzoor Khan’s novel “Ufaq Ky Uss Par Ki Chahat Mae” is perhaps the best account of the importance of family institution and losses and gains of immigrants.
This was the unanimous opinion of the speakers about the Nussrat Manzoor’s novel at its launch on Sunday. They speakers included Murtaza Burlas, Amjad Islam Amjad, Oriya Maqbool Jan, Ahmed Aqeel Rubi, Khalid Sharif, Sajjad Ahmed, Prof Akram and Dr
Nussrat Manzoor Khan’s novel “Ufaq Ky Uss Par Ki Chahat Mae” is perhaps the best account of the importance of family institution and losses and gains of immigrants.
This was the unanimous opinion of the speakers about the Nussrat Manzoor’s novel at its launch on Sunday. They speakers included Murtaza Burlas, Amjad Islam Amjad, Oriya Maqbool Jan, Ahmed Aqeel Rubi, Khalid Sharif, Sajjad Ahmed, Prof Akram and Dr
Insaf Students Federation ISF demo against attack on camp by activists of the Muslim Students Federation (MSF) and PML-N workers
LAHORE ISF demo against attack on camp
DOZENS of Insaf Students Federation (ISF) activists on Sunday staged a demonstration against Saturday night’s attack on its membership camp allegedly by activists of the Muslim Students Federation (MSF) and PML-N workers and demanded action against them.
The demo was organised in front of the Police Station Factory Area, Walton Road, in which leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), including Omer Sarfraz Cheema, also
DOZENS of Insaf Students Federation (ISF) activists on Sunday staged a demonstration against Saturday night’s attack on its membership camp allegedly by activists of the Muslim Students Federation (MSF) and PML-N workers and demanded action against them.
The demo was organised in front of the Police Station Factory Area, Walton Road, in which leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), including Omer Sarfraz Cheema, also
launch of a book ‘Maqamat-e-Dil’ launched at the Bashir A Malik Auditorium SSUET
Karachi
The Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET) hosted the launch of a book “Maqamat-e-Dil” at the Bashir A Malik Auditorium.
Chancellor SSUET Z A Nizami presided over the ceremony, which was attended by noted writers, scholars and other literary personalities.
Inaugurating the ceremony, he said that the SSUET supported the cause of promotion of Urdu language and literature. Despite the fact that the university was an engineering
The Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET) hosted the launch of a book “Maqamat-e-Dil” at the Bashir A Malik Auditorium.
Chancellor SSUET Z A Nizami presided over the ceremony, which was attended by noted writers, scholars and other literary personalities.
Inaugurating the ceremony, he said that the SSUET supported the cause of promotion of Urdu language and literature. Despite the fact that the university was an engineering
All families fight etc, but functional families bounce back a haven in a heartless world?
Karachi
Remember: All families fight etc, but functional families bounce back from adversity because they are bonded through love. You come from a long evolutionary chain of successful parents (Harvey Karp) — trust your instincts, no one knows your children like you do.
“Building functional families was the third of the series of talks organized at the Reading Lab, an initiative that aims to help children read early and read fluently because reading is not only the
Remember: All families fight etc, but functional families bounce back from adversity because they are bonded through love. You come from a long evolutionary chain of successful parents (Harvey Karp) — trust your instincts, no one knows your children like you do.
“Building functional families was the third of the series of talks organized at the Reading Lab, an initiative that aims to help children read early and read fluently because reading is not only the
10th Anniversary of the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development
World Day for Cultural Diversity today Islamabad
The 10th Anniversary of the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development will be celebrated across the world today (May 21) to raise awareness worldwide about the importance of intercultural dialogue, diversity and inclusion.
The day aims to encourage people to ‘live together better’. It was established by the United Nations in November 2001 following the adoption of a Universal Declaration on
The 10th Anniversary of the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development will be celebrated across the world today (May 21) to raise awareness worldwide about the importance of intercultural dialogue, diversity and inclusion.
The day aims to encourage people to ‘live together better’. It was established by the United Nations in November 2001 following the adoption of a Universal Declaration on
6th Engineering and IT Fair held at AIT a Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET)
6th Engineering and IT Fair held at AIT Karachi
Chancellor Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET) Z A Nizami on Sunday said that technical education provided a boost to economic advancement and played a significant role in the national human resource development creating skilled manpower, enhancing industrial productivity and improving the quality of life.
He was speaking at the Sixth Engineering and IT Fair organised by the Aligarh Institute of
Chancellor Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET) Z A Nizami on Sunday said that technical education provided a boost to economic advancement and played a significant role in the national human resource development creating skilled manpower, enhancing industrial productivity and improving the quality of life.
He was speaking at the Sixth Engineering and IT Fair organised by the Aligarh Institute of
Short film contest Kuch Khaas, Centre for Arts,
Short film contest Islamabad Screen My Shorts — a theme based short film screening competition will give appreciation and critique to the budding filmmakers with useful tips and tricks here on May 25.
Kuch Khaas, Centre for Arts, Culture and Dialogue is organising the event to screen short film/video, animations and documentary for showcasing the talent of budding filmmakers of the country to the audience of twin cities.
Short films of diverse genres based on
Kuch Khaas, Centre for Arts, Culture and Dialogue is organising the event to screen short film/video, animations and documentary for showcasing the talent of budding filmmakers of the country to the audience of twin cities.
Short films of diverse genres based on
Women skill development training held Rahnuma-Family Planning Association of Pakistan (FPAP),
Women skill development training held Rawalpindi: Rahnuma-Family Planning Association of Pakistan (FPAP), Regional Office, Islamabad organised a two-day Skill Development Training on Handicrafts prepared through waste management, decoration pieces and dough work at the Female Youth Resource Centre, situated at Lukhan, Rawalpindi, says a press release.
15 girls attended the skill development training, which was aimed at women empowerment through skill development.
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15 girls attended the skill development training, which was aimed at women empowerment through skill development.
The
Today’s Health Tips When your baby has a fever
When a baby has a fever, parents may be unsure if this warrants a call to the paediatrician.
The American Academy of Paediatricians offers these guidelines:
Today’s Health Tips
* You must call your paediatrician immediately if your infant is age 2 months or younger, with a rectal temperature of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher.
* Call the doctor if your child is between 3 months and 6 months old with a fever of 101 degrees or higher, or if
The American Academy of Paediatricians offers these guidelines:
Today’s Health Tips
* You must call your paediatrician immediately if your infant is age 2 months or younger, with a rectal temperature of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher.
* Call the doctor if your child is between 3 months and 6 months old with a fever of 101 degrees or higher, or if
1st International Conference on Emerging Trends in Management: ICETM 2012, at Mohammad Ali Jinnah University MAJU
Moot on emerging trends in management held at MAJU Islamabad
The Mohammad Ali Jinnah University held 1st International Conference on Emerging Trends in Management: ICETM 2012, at its Islamabad Campus, says a press release.
The purpose of this conference was to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas on the latest business developments in the field of management among researchers and practitioners in universities and industries and to seek opportunities for
The Mohammad Ali Jinnah University held 1st International Conference on Emerging Trends in Management: ICETM 2012, at its Islamabad Campus, says a press release.
The purpose of this conference was to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas on the latest business developments in the field of management among researchers and practitioners in universities and industries and to seek opportunities for
9th International Plastic and Reconstruction Surgery Workshop at Benazir Bhutto Hospital (BBH) from May 21 to May 28
Plastic, reconstruction surgery workshop today Rawalpindi
The 9th International Plastic and Reconstruction Surgery Workshop is being held at the Surgical Unit-1 of the Benazir Bhutto Hospital (BBH) from May 21 to May 28.
Head of Department at SU-1 of the BBH Professor Dr. Hamid Hassan is organising the workshop in collaboration with Dr. Charles Viva of the Interplast, UK. A total of 120 patients would be operated for various congenital and acquired disfigurements
The 9th International Plastic and Reconstruction Surgery Workshop is being held at the Surgical Unit-1 of the Benazir Bhutto Hospital (BBH) from May 21 to May 28.
Head of Department at SU-1 of the BBH Professor Dr. Hamid Hassan is organising the workshop in collaboration with Dr. Charles Viva of the Interplast, UK. A total of 120 patients would be operated for various congenital and acquired disfigurements
A contemporary spin to Islamic art Artist Adil Akhtar
Artist Adil Akhtar explores the history of Islam through a series of painting titled ‘Revelations’. The series traces, in a chronological manner, the message from God to Mohammad (PBUH) and ends with his return to Makkah.
In this video he explains his version of Islamic art, identifying as a Muslim in America as well as why he chose this medium. -Video by
In this video he explains his version of Islamic art, identifying as a Muslim in America as well as why he chose this medium. -Video by
Twitter Blocked Banned in Pakistan due to blasphemous and inflammatory content
ISLAMABAD: Social networking website Twitter has been blocked in Pakistan. According to the Ministry of Information Technology, twitter was blocked because it failed to respond and take action regarding the publishing of blasphemous content.
The IT ministry claims that calls made to Twitter authorities over the matter remained unanswered. The micro-blogging website is used quite often for the promotion of a blasphemous competition run on Facebook.
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Saturday, 19 May 2012
Proposal to hand over music school to culture dept Mehran Music School to the provincial culture department.
Proposal to hand over music school to culture dept HYDERABAD, May 19: The chairman of the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Culture, Syed Ameer Ali Shah Jamote, and MNA Pir Aftab Shah Jilani have recommended the Sindh government should hand over control of Mehran Music School to the provincial culture department.
The school set up in the Mehran Art Council here this year, is being run under the Benazir Bhutto Youth Development Programme.
They told journalists after visiting the
The school set up in the Mehran Art Council here this year, is being run under the Benazir Bhutto Youth Development Programme.
They told journalists after visiting the
Sindh Taraqqi Pasand Party STP urges govt to remove new province graffiti MQM submitted the 20th constitutional amendment bill,
HYDERABAD, May 19: The Sindh Taraqqi Pasand Party has said that protest will be observed throughout the province and the party, with the support of Sindhi people, will remove signboards, posters and graffiti calling for carving a new province out of Sindh should the PPP-led government fail to do so within 72 hours.
The government and the Muttahida Qaumi Movement would be responsible for consequences, warned STP vice chairman Hyder Shahani at a news conference at the press club here on
The government and the Muttahida Qaumi Movement would be responsible for consequences, warned STP vice chairman Hyder Shahani at a news conference at the press club here on
Advertising professionals rewarded at PAS Awards at the Karachi Expo Centre popular TV show Mad Men,
Advertising professionals rewarded at PAS Awards
KARACHI, May 19: According to Don Draper, the main protagonist on the popular TV show Mad Men, which centers on New York’s advertising community of the 1950s, advertising is about one thing — happiness. For the advertising professionals at the second Pakistan Advertisers’ Society Awards, at the Karachi Expo Centre on Friday, happiness was about winning an award for their work.
Qamar Abbas, the exertive director of the PAS (the
KARACHI, May 19: According to Don Draper, the main protagonist on the popular TV show Mad Men, which centers on New York’s advertising community of the 1950s, advertising is about one thing — happiness. For the advertising professionals at the second Pakistan Advertisers’ Society Awards, at the Karachi Expo Centre on Friday, happiness was about winning an award for their work.
Qamar Abbas, the exertive director of the PAS (the
Golden jubilee of College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan (CPSP)
Golden jubilee of College of Physicians held ABBOTTABAD May 19: The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan (CPSP) will facilitate 85 per cent doctors of the country in doing specialisation in their respective fields over the next five years.
Speakers said this at a function arranged in connection with the golden jubilee celebrations of the CPSP at Ayub Medical Complex auditorium here on Saturday. They said that the college would soon become one of the leading institutions in Islamic
Speakers said this at a function arranged in connection with the golden jubilee celebrations of the CPSP at Ayub Medical Complex auditorium here on Saturday. They said that the college would soon become one of the leading institutions in Islamic
Special persons seek increasein job quota different parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Special persons seek increasein job quota PESHAWAR, May 19: The physically handicapped persons of different parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have expressed concern over the government’s inaction to solve their problems and demanded increase in their job quota from the current two to five per cent.
Speaking at a press conference at Peshawar Press Club on Saturday, Special Abilities Development Association president Khurshid Alam said that special persons were not given attention in the society,
Speaking at a press conference at Peshawar Press Club on Saturday, Special Abilities Development Association president Khurshid Alam said that special persons were not given attention in the society,
Peshawar Press Club is starting second term of offering classes in Persian language classes
Persian language classes
PESHAWAR, May 19: The Peshawar Press Club is starting second term of offering classes in Persian language to journalists from Monday. The students will be provided books free of cost.
Examination for the first term, which was initiated from March 5, was held on May 10. Director General of Iranian Consulate in Peshawar Syed Mohammad Zakiri will distribute certificates among those who had passed the examination.
Classes in Persian language were started for media
PESHAWAR, May 19: The Peshawar Press Club is starting second term of offering classes in Persian language to journalists from Monday. The students will be provided books free of cost.
Examination for the first term, which was initiated from March 5, was held on May 10. Director General of Iranian Consulate in Peshawar Syed Mohammad Zakiri will distribute certificates among those who had passed the examination.
Classes in Persian language were started for media
Pashto as compulsory subject: Pashto-speaking areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Private schools defy govt orders
Pashto as compulsory subject PESHAWAR, May 19: The administrations of private schools in Pashto-speaking areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have failed to implement the provincial government’s decision to introduce Pashto as a compulsory subject from class 1 to 6th from the current academic year.
During a survey of private schools by this correspondent the administrations of various private schools even claimed they were unaware of any such orders for introduction of Pashto as compulsory
During a survey of private schools by this correspondent the administrations of various private schools even claimed they were unaware of any such orders for introduction of Pashto as compulsory
Pakistan Studies teacher and parents Dengue mosquito lectricity shortage, corruption, gas shortage
When 6th graders were asked what the biggest problems with Pakistan are, the first response was: “Dengue mosquito”. Then other voices pointed the other important ones, “Electricity shortage, corruption, gas shortage…” and down the line came “terrorism”.
Our curriculum right now simply does not address the last decade of history. How do parents and teachers feel about education our children on current affairs? Why are things they way they are?
“Children should be taught
Our curriculum right now simply does not address the last decade of history. How do parents and teachers feel about education our children on current affairs? Why are things they way they are?
“Children should be taught
Pashto film on CD is an enviable figure breeding violence among youth
Pashto CD films breeding violence among youth The hero of a typical Pashto film on CD is an enviable figure. He is characterised by a thick flowing mustache and is always accompanied by his trusted Kalashnikov. The roaring hero is a figure of inspiration, a Robin Hood of sorts, but simultaneously has flaws.
He drinks heavily and picks up any girl he likes at gunpoint and makes a mockery of law. As a source of income, he trades in arms and drugs and bribes the police so that they do not
He drinks heavily and picks up any girl he likes at gunpoint and makes a mockery of law. As a source of income, he trades in arms and drugs and bribes the police so that they do not
Scholarships worth Rs3.5m distributed among 525 children of Pakistan Ordinance Factories (POF) employees
Scholarships worth Rs3.5m distributed
TAXILA, May 19: The scholarships worth Rs3.5 million were distributed among 525 children of Pakistan Ordinance Factories (POF) employees.
POF chief Lt-Gen Mohammad Ahsan Mehmood was the chief guest at the ceremony organised at a local hotel on Saturday.
The students of various medical and engineering colleges as well as religious institutions have clinched prominent positions in their respective disciplines.
They were awarded scholarships under
TAXILA, May 19: The scholarships worth Rs3.5 million were distributed among 525 children of Pakistan Ordinance Factories (POF) employees.
POF chief Lt-Gen Mohammad Ahsan Mehmood was the chief guest at the ceremony organised at a local hotel on Saturday.
The students of various medical and engineering colleges as well as religious institutions have clinched prominent positions in their respective disciplines.
They were awarded scholarships under
the Supreme Court, Race for Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) head begins new minister for Capital Administration and Development Division (CADD)
Race for FDE head begins
ISLAMABAD, May 19: With the removal of Atif Mehmood Kayani on the directives of the Supreme Court, a race for the post of the director general, Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) has started.
A number of hopefuls having links with influential politicians have jumped into the foray. The new minister for Capital Administration and Development Division (CADD) can also play a role in the appointment.
On the other hand, educationists have expressed the hope that
ISLAMABAD, May 19: With the removal of Atif Mehmood Kayani on the directives of the Supreme Court, a race for the post of the director general, Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) has started.
A number of hopefuls having links with influential politicians have jumped into the foray. The new minister for Capital Administration and Development Division (CADD) can also play a role in the appointment.
On the other hand, educationists have expressed the hope that
LUMS, Lahore University and Girl Guide Association students get Basic Life Support (BLS) training
LAHORE, May 19: The Punjab Emergency Service Rescue 1122 has conducted a three-day training workshop to impart training of the Basic Life Support (BLS) to students of the King Edward Medical University.
At least 250 students were trained on initial assessment of patients, rescue breathing, treatment of foreign body airway obstruction, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and management of spinal injury patients, a press release issued here on Saturday said.
Organised at the KEMU auditorium by
At least 250 students were trained on initial assessment of patients, rescue breathing, treatment of foreign body airway obstruction, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and management of spinal injury patients, a press release issued here on Saturday said.
Organised at the KEMU auditorium by
Rs20m IT award for remote area students third convocation of the Virtual University of Pakistan at Expo Centre,
Rs20m IT award for remote area students
LAHORE, May 19: Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said the opposition forces, who are vying to remove him in an unconstitutional manner, should know that he did not come from a back door but was elected with the power of people.
“We will continue to rule so long as the public is with us,” he added. He stressed that all should adopt a democratic and constitutional course of action.
The prime minister was speaking at the third
LAHORE, May 19: Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has said the opposition forces, who are vying to remove him in an unconstitutional manner, should know that he did not come from a back door but was elected with the power of people.
“We will continue to rule so long as the public is with us,” he added. He stressed that all should adopt a democratic and constitutional course of action.
The prime minister was speaking at the third
postponed HSC papers May 12, 19 and May 26 hold on May 29, 30 and 31 Board of Intermediate Education Karachi
HSC papers KARACHI, May 19: The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi has once again rescheduled the HSC papers which were originally to be held on Saturdays, i.e. May 12, 19 and May 26.
Earlier this month it had announced to hold the postponed papers on May 29, 30 and 31.
However, a BIEK communication lately said that now the papers scheduled for May 12 would be held on May 29, papers of May 19 would be held on May 31 and those of May 26 will be held on June 4.—Staff
Earlier this month it had announced to hold the postponed papers on May 29, 30 and 31.
However, a BIEK communication lately said that now the papers scheduled for May 12 would be held on May 29, papers of May 19 would be held on May 31 and those of May 26 will be held on June 4.—Staff
FOURTH death anniversary of Ch Sadiq Hussain,
Death anniversary
FOURTH death anniversary of Ch Sadiq Hussain, father of Prof Dr Masood Sadiq and Brig Mahmood Sadiq, will be held at 82/2-K Model Town, Lahore, at 11am today.Ch Sadiq was retired deputy commissioner of Azad
FOURTH death anniversary of Ch Sadiq Hussain, father of Prof Dr Masood Sadiq and Brig Mahmood Sadiq, will be held at 82/2-K Model Town, Lahore, at 11am today.Ch Sadiq was retired deputy commissioner of Azad
THREE Pakistani students Distinction award-winning project at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair 2012
LAHORE
THREE Pakistani students Shiza Gulab, Mahnoor Hassan and Bushra Shahed have represented Pakistan with an award-winning project at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair 2012.
The world’s largest high school science research competition, the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, a programme of Society for Science & the Public, announced its top winners in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Shiza Gulab, Mahnoor Hassan and Bushra Shahed were
THREE Pakistani students Shiza Gulab, Mahnoor Hassan and Bushra Shahed have represented Pakistan with an award-winning project at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair 2012.
The world’s largest high school science research competition, the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, a programme of Society for Science & the Public, announced its top winners in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Shiza Gulab, Mahnoor Hassan and Bushra Shahed were
MBA Banking and Finance and BS (Hon) Food Nutrition & Dietetics approves new degree programmes UNIVERSITY of Animal and Veterinary Sciences (UVAS)
LAHORE
UNIVERSITY of Animal and Veterinary Sciences (UVAS) Academic Council on Saturday approved the launch of new degree programmes including MBA Banking and Finance and BS (Hon) Food Nutrition & Dietetics.
The Academic Council’s meeting chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Talat Naseer Pasha also approved not to offer admissions to those graduates who had passed DVM from non-accredited institutions.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof Pasha said UVAS, the
UNIVERSITY of Animal and Veterinary Sciences (UVAS) Academic Council on Saturday approved the launch of new degree programmes including MBA Banking and Finance and BS (Hon) Food Nutrition & Dietetics.
The Academic Council’s meeting chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Talat Naseer Pasha also approved not to offer admissions to those graduates who had passed DVM from non-accredited institutions.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof Pasha said UVAS, the
Lahore High Court against Plea for laptops for private students laptop scheme
LAHORE Plea for laptops for private students
A WRIT petition has been moved in the Lahore High Court against ignoring students of private educational institutions in the laptop scheme.
The petition has been moved by a local lawyer who says that Punjab Chief Minister Mian Shahbaz Sharif launched a laptop distribution scheme but it had been restricted only to the students of public sector institutions while the students of private institution had been ignored
A WRIT petition has been moved in the Lahore High Court against ignoring students of private educational institutions in the laptop scheme.
The petition has been moved by a local lawyer who says that Punjab Chief Minister Mian Shahbaz Sharif launched a laptop distribution scheme but it had been restricted only to the students of public sector institutions while the students of private institution had been ignored
Date extended last date for submission of application for the jobs of primary, junior and high school teachers
Sindh Education Department Karachi Date extended
The Sindh Education Department (SED) extended the last date for submission of application for the jobs of primary, junior and high school teachers up to June 20. This was announced by an official of SED here on
The Sindh Education Department (SED) extended the last date for submission of application for the jobs of primary, junior and high school teachers up to June 20. This was announced by an official of SED here on
Pakistan Navy to increase investment in education cadet college and a Bharia School in Ormara
Navy to increase investment in education in Ormara
Karachi
For the first time in the history of Pakistan coastal community of Balochistan particularly that of Ormara there will be a cadet college and a Bharia School — a social welfare project of the Pakistan Navy. Recently a state-of-the-art hospital of Pakistan Naval Station (PNS) Darmaan Jah has also been established.
The Navy’s social projects that the Coastal Command is providing are in the Area of
Karachi
For the first time in the history of Pakistan coastal community of Balochistan particularly that of Ormara there will be a cadet college and a Bharia School — a social welfare project of the Pakistan Navy. Recently a state-of-the-art hospital of Pakistan Naval Station (PNS) Darmaan Jah has also been established.
The Navy’s social projects that the Coastal Command is providing are in the Area of
Chishty’s homecoming to be celebrated Chancellor University of Karachi (KU) Prof Dr Ishratul Ebad
Karachi Chishty’s homecoming to be celebrated
Chancellor University of Karachi (KU) Prof Dr Ishratul Ebad has invited Dr Khalil Chishty to celebrate the homecoming of Pakistan’s first virologist and former KU professor on Monday (tomorrow) at the Governor House.
On this occasion, tributes will be paid to the scientist who spent 20 years of his life in an Indian prison, says a KU handout. The chancellor intends to extend his greetings on his return to the homeland
Chancellor University of Karachi (KU) Prof Dr Ishratul Ebad has invited Dr Khalil Chishty to celebrate the homecoming of Pakistan’s first virologist and former KU professor on Monday (tomorrow) at the Governor House.
On this occasion, tributes will be paid to the scientist who spent 20 years of his life in an Indian prison, says a KU handout. The chancellor intends to extend his greetings on his return to the homeland
`Between Clay and Dust’ Book launch author and translator Musharraf Ali Farooqi,
Book launch Karachi
The launch of `Between Clay and Dust’, the new novel by author and translator Musharraf Ali Farooqi, will be held here on May 20 at The Second Floor in
The launch of `Between Clay and Dust’, the new novel by author and translator Musharraf Ali Farooqi, will be held here on May 20 at The Second Floor in
Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddique as Khadim-e-Islam’ conference Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC)
RAC organises Hazrat Abu Bakr conference Islamabad: Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) on Saturday organised Siddique Akbar Conference in connection with death anniversary of the first caliph of Islam Hazrat Abu Bakar Siddique.
The conference titled, ‘Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddique as Khadim-e-Islam’ was arranged in collaboration of Anjman Jalalia Rizvia Rawalpindi.
Dr. Riaz Ahmed, Director Research, Nazirya Pakistan Council Trust accompanied by Resident Director Waqar Ahmed
The conference titled, ‘Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddique as Khadim-e-Islam’ was arranged in collaboration of Anjman Jalalia Rizvia Rawalpindi.
Dr. Riaz Ahmed, Director Research, Nazirya Pakistan Council Trust accompanied by Resident Director Waqar Ahmed
Every 10th Pakistani suffers from hepatitis patient Central President of Pakistan Islamic Medical Association
Islamabad
Every 12th person in the world and 10th person in Pakistan is a hepatitis patient.
This was stated by Central President of Pakistan Islamic Medical Association Dr. Misbahul Haq on Saturday as the World Hepatitis Day was marked.
The PIMA president said that hepatitis had emerged as the third major disease in Pakistan with 10.5 million people suffering from it.
He said that use of contaminated drinking water and infected syringes, and
Every 12th person in the world and 10th person in Pakistan is a hepatitis patient.
This was stated by Central President of Pakistan Islamic Medical Association Dr. Misbahul Haq on Saturday as the World Hepatitis Day was marked.
The PIMA president said that hepatitis had emerged as the third major disease in Pakistan with 10.5 million people suffering from it.
He said that use of contaminated drinking water and infected syringes, and
Seminar on World Press Freedom Day at Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU) with the Department of Communication and Media Studies
FJWU Seminar on World Press Freedom Day
Rawalpindi
The Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU), under the umbrella of Susan B Anthony Reading Room, celebrated World Press Freedom Day in collaboration with the Department of Communication and Media Studies. FJWU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Samina Amin Qadir was the chief guest of the occasion.
The programme started with the recitation of verses from the Holy Qur’aan. FJWU Librarian Zafar Javed Naqvi welcomed the
Rawalpindi
The Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU), under the umbrella of Susan B Anthony Reading Room, celebrated World Press Freedom Day in collaboration with the Department of Communication and Media Studies. FJWU Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Samina Amin Qadir was the chief guest of the occasion.
The programme started with the recitation of verses from the Holy Qur’aan. FJWU Librarian Zafar Javed Naqvi welcomed the
International Islamic University (IIU) admissions for fall semester start apply for bachelor and master’s programmes
Islamabad IIU admissions for fall semester start
The International Islamic University (IIU) has started admissions for the Fall Semester and applications in this regard can be submitted by June 29. Details for admission tests are available on university’s website and no other letter would be issued to students in this regard, said a circular issued by university administration.
According to circular the university has started its admissions in Faculties of Arabic,
The International Islamic University (IIU) has started admissions for the Fall Semester and applications in this regard can be submitted by June 29. Details for admission tests are available on university’s website and no other letter would be issued to students in this regard, said a circular issued by university administration.
According to circular the university has started its admissions in Faculties of Arabic,
Oath-taking ceremony of prefects at St Mary’s Academy ceremony started with recitation from Holy Bible and Holy Qura’an
Oath-taking ceremony of prefects at St Mary’s Academy Rawalpindi
The Prefects Board of the St. Mary’s Academy, Lalazar, held the oath-taking ceremony of prefects. Brother Remegius Fernando, Ex-Principal St. Mary’s Academy, Lalazar, from 1974-1977 and 1982-1983, was the chief guest, says a press release.
The ceremony started with recitation from Holy Bible and Holy Qura’an.
After the National Anthem Deputy Head Boy Raja Asad delivered his welcome
The Prefects Board of the St. Mary’s Academy, Lalazar, held the oath-taking ceremony of prefects. Brother Remegius Fernando, Ex-Principal St. Mary’s Academy, Lalazar, from 1974-1977 and 1982-1983, was the chief guest, says a press release.
The ceremony started with recitation from Holy Bible and Holy Qura’an.
After the National Anthem Deputy Head Boy Raja Asad delivered his welcome
Lahore College of Physiotherapy Delegation from Lahore visits Isra Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences (IIRS), Isra University, Islamabad,
Delegation from Lahore visits Isra University Islamabad: Faculty and students of the Lahore College of Physiotherapy Friday visited the Isra Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences (IIRS), Isra University, Islamabad, says a press release.
Students of IIRS welcomed the visitors to its state-of-the-art campus, where students of Doctor of Physical Therapy elaborated the importance of physiotherapy and rehabilitation through speeches, presentations, skits and personal
Students of IIRS welcomed the visitors to its state-of-the-art campus, where students of Doctor of Physical Therapy elaborated the importance of physiotherapy and rehabilitation through speeches, presentations, skits and personal
Punjab Chief Minister CM approves Rs100m for construction of Bhousa Godown College for Boys
CM approves Rs100m for boys College Rawalpindi: Punjab Chief Minister Mian Shahbaz Sharif has approved a grant of Rs100 million for construction of Bhousa Godown College for Boys in cantonment area. The college building would be constructed at an area of 15 kanals and seven marlas. The college would help facilitate students of Dokh Rata, Hazara Colony, Babu Lal Hussain, Dokh Haso, Dokh Matkial, Railways Colony. According to local MPA Sharyar PML-N has started many development projects in the
Private sector urged to set up more educational institutions Federal Minister for Finance and Planning
Islamabad
Federal Minister for Finance and Planning Dr. Abdul Hafeez Sheikh said that the government is doing a lot for the socio-economic development of the education sector.
“The government is taking measures to facilitate the accessibility of education to students, but here it is pertinent for the private sector to cooperate with the government and build more educational institutes for the development of education sector so that the target to achieve the access to
Federal Minister for Finance and Planning Dr. Abdul Hafeez Sheikh said that the government is doing a lot for the socio-economic development of the education sector.
“The government is taking measures to facilitate the accessibility of education to students, but here it is pertinent for the private sector to cooperate with the government and build more educational institutes for the development of education sector so that the target to achieve the access to
Water therapy reduces risk of cancer lowers the risk clotting and blood pressure : Study
Islamabad
Drinking sufficient amount of water daily reduces the risk of cancer of any sort as well as lowers the risk clotting and blood pressure.
According to a Washington University study, Drinking five glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45 per cent, slashes the risk of breast cancer by 79 per cent, and decreases the risk of bladder cancer by 50 per cent, private news channel reported.
It says that one glass of water will shut
Drinking sufficient amount of water daily reduces the risk of cancer of any sort as well as lowers the risk clotting and blood pressure.
According to a Washington University study, Drinking five glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45 per cent, slashes the risk of breast cancer by 79 per cent, and decreases the risk of bladder cancer by 50 per cent, private news channel reported.
It says that one glass of water will shut
third annual convocation at Lahore Expo Centre Virtual University (VU) of Pakistan
Virtual University holds third annual convocation
Staff Report
LAHORE: The Virtual University (VU) of Pakistan held its third convocation at Lahore Expo Centre on Saturday.
Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani was the chief guest of the event, which was attended by Minister of Information Technology Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, VU Rector Dr Sadaqat Mehdi, and VU Board of Governors Chairman and Information Technology Secretary Farooq Awan. Dignitaries, personalities from academia and parents of
Staff Report
LAHORE: The Virtual University (VU) of Pakistan held its third convocation at Lahore Expo Centre on Saturday.
Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani was the chief guest of the event, which was attended by Minister of Information Technology Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, VU Rector Dr Sadaqat Mehdi, and VU Board of Governors Chairman and Information Technology Secretary Farooq Awan. Dignitaries, personalities from academia and parents of
third annual convocation at Lahore Expo Centre Virtual University (VU) of Pakistan
Virtual University holds third annual convocation
Staff Report
LAHORE: The Virtual University (VU) of Pakistan held its third convocation at Lahore Expo Centre on Saturday.
Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani was the chief guest of the event, which was attended by Minister of Information Technology Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, VU Rector Dr Sadaqat Mehdi, and VU Board of Governors Chairman and Information Technology Secretary Farooq Awan. Dignitaries, personalities from academia and parents of
Staff Report
LAHORE: The Virtual University (VU) of Pakistan held its third convocation at Lahore Expo Centre on Saturday.
Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani was the chief guest of the event, which was attended by Minister of Information Technology Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, VU Rector Dr Sadaqat Mehdi, and VU Board of Governors Chairman and Information Technology Secretary Farooq Awan. Dignitaries, personalities from academia and parents of
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg wedding with longtime love girlfriend Priscilla Chan
NEW YORK: Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg wed longtime girlfriend Priscilla Chan on Saturday, announcing the nuptials through a status update on the social networking site.
Tens of thousands of people "liked" his status change, which was accompanied by a photo of the couple in wedding attire.
The 28-year-old billionaire is also the CEO of Facebook, which had a historic initial public offering on the Nasdaq stock exchange on Friday.
Zuckerberg co-founded the site Facebook in a
Tens of thousands of people "liked" his status change, which was accompanied by a photo of the couple in wedding attire.
The 28-year-old billionaire is also the CEO of Facebook, which had a historic initial public offering on the Nasdaq stock exchange on Friday.
Zuckerberg co-founded the site Facebook in a
Camel milk for health
Camel's milk has supported Bedouin, nomad and pastoral cultures since the domestication of camels millennia ago. Herders may for periods survive solely on the milk when taking the camels on long distances to graze in desert and arid environments.
Camel dairy farming is an alternative to cow milk in dry regions of the world where bovine farming consumes large amounts of water and electricity to power air-conditioned halls and cooling sprinkler systems. Camel farming, by utilising a
Camel dairy farming is an alternative to cow milk in dry regions of the world where bovine farming consumes large amounts of water and electricity to power air-conditioned halls and cooling sprinkler systems. Camel farming, by utilising a
One student dead, seven hurt in school blast in southern Italy
ROME: A bomb went off in front of a school in the southern Italian city of Brindisi on Saturday, killing one student and injuring seven as they were going into class, a local emergency official said.
A girl, whose age was not given, “did not survive”, Fabiano Amati, said on the television news channel Sky TG24, adding that “two other pupils are in a critical condition.”
The blast went off around 7:45 am (0545 GMT) as the students were arriving at the Francesca Morvillo
A girl, whose age was not given, “did not survive”, Fabiano Amati, said on the television news channel Sky TG24, adding that “two other pupils are in a critical condition.”
The blast went off around 7:45 am (0545 GMT) as the students were arriving at the Francesca Morvillo
Teachers’ absence shuts lone school in Pasedkhel village of Landi Kotal
LANDI KOTAL, May 18: The only primary school for girls in Pasedkhel village of Landi Kotal is closed for the last one month due to the absence of teaching staff.
Zar Shah, a resident of the area, told Dawn that while one female teacher had gone on maternity leave some two months back and had deputed an unqualified lady in her place on half salary, the other teacher had not been attending to her duties without any reason.
He said around 250 girls students had to stop attending their
Zar Shah, a resident of the area, told Dawn that while one female teacher had gone on maternity leave some two months back and had deputed an unqualified lady in her place on half salary, the other teacher had not been attending to her duties without any reason.
He said around 250 girls students had to stop attending their
13-year-old Student burns himself to avoid school censure
FAISALABAD, May 18: A 13-year-old boy set himself ablaze on Friday when his father reportedly refused to go with him to his school on the call of teachers. The boy later succumbed to his burns.
Umer, son of Khalid Pervaiz, of Bilal Town, went to his school (MC High School, Yasinabad) after a two-day absence. The teachers asked him to bring his father to the school to give reasons for his absence.
Umer returned home and requested his father to go with him to the school but the latter
Umer, son of Khalid Pervaiz, of Bilal Town, went to his school (MC High School, Yasinabad) after a two-day absence. The teachers asked him to bring his father to the school to give reasons for his absence.
Umer returned home and requested his father to go with him to the school but the latter
Lahore Arts Council hosts Seraiki music night featuring folk singers
LAHORE, May 18: The Lahore Arts Council on Friday organised a colourful music night featuring folk singers and instrumentalists from Multan.
The event was organised at the Alhamra Art Center and the stage had the ambience of a village. A door made of mud had the welcome remarks ‘Ji ayan noo’.
“We have arranged this Seraiki music night to redress the grievance of the artistes from less privileged areas, who deeply feel being left out from the mainstream entertainment scene,” said
The event was organised at the Alhamra Art Center and the stage had the ambience of a village. A door made of mud had the welcome remarks ‘Ji ayan noo’.
“We have arranged this Seraiki music night to redress the grievance of the artistes from less privileged areas, who deeply feel being left out from the mainstream entertainment scene,” said
IHC Notices issued in teachers’ promotion case
ISLAMABAD, May 18: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) issued notices to the Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) and the federal government on a petition of 109 junior lady teachers of Islamabad model colleges seeking their upgradation.
Advocate Qamar Afzal, the counsel for the teachers, adopted before IHC Chief Justice Iqbal Hameedur Rehman that the prime minister on October 8, 2010, had announced upgradation of all the junior teachers from BPS-16 to BPS-17 but the FDE did not implement the
Advocate Qamar Afzal, the counsel for the teachers, adopted before IHC Chief Justice Iqbal Hameedur Rehman that the prime minister on October 8, 2010, had announced upgradation of all the junior teachers from BPS-16 to BPS-17 but the FDE did not implement the
The four-man show at Unicorn art Gallery
KARACHI: The province of Sindh has always produced artists with great skill and craft. The trend continues.
Today there are many artists from Sindh who have earned a name in the world not only in the realm of Pakistani art but all genres of art.
A four-person exhibition that commenced on Friday at the Unicorn Gallery highlights the versatility in technique and variety of content that painters and sculptors from that particular region are known for.Let’s begin with Nusrat Raza Mangi’s
Today there are many artists from Sindh who have earned a name in the world not only in the realm of Pakistani art but all genres of art.
A four-person exhibition that commenced on Friday at the Unicorn Gallery highlights the versatility in technique and variety of content that painters and sculptors from that particular region are known for.Let’s begin with Nusrat Raza Mangi’s
Board of Secondary Education: Students’ enrolment condition relaxed
KARACHI, May 18: The Board of Secondary Education, Karachi, on Friday said that Class IX (science and general groups) students would not be required to submit a copy of their ‘B’ form, issued by Nadra, for enrolment for the time being.
The board had earlier announced that no enrolment form would be accepted if applicants failed to provide a copy of their ‘B’ forms along with it. However, the board lifted the condition because it was a time-consuming process as many students and
The board had earlier announced that no enrolment form would be accepted if applicants failed to provide a copy of their ‘B’ forms along with it. However, the board lifted the condition because it was a time-consuming process as many students and
SLS students visit Edhi Home Islamabad
Youngsters should practically participate in social activities to play their role effectively in society. They should understand and realise the importance of helping the underprivileged so that a continued effort is made to comfort the suppressed and deprived people, said SLS Montessori and School Managing Director Asiya Talha.
She conveyed this message to the class V students of the SLS School, Islamabad Branch, who visited the Edhi Home here on Friday as a gesture of goodwill
She conveyed this message to the class V students of the SLS School, Islamabad Branch, who visited the Edhi Home here on Friday as a gesture of goodwill
Exquisite pottery put on display at PNCA
Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) here Friday displayed rare collection of exquisite pottery items by Sheherezade Alam with depiction of artistic skills that bring unique style in crafts.
The National Art Gallery of PNCA in collaboration with Ministry of National Heritage and Integration opened the show with title ‘I am vessel, I am the vessel maker, I am the clay of the vessel’.
As many as 150 art pieces have been exhibited featuring various styles of
The National Art Gallery of PNCA in collaboration with Ministry of National Heritage and Integration opened the show with title ‘I am vessel, I am the vessel maker, I am the clay of the vessel’.
As many as 150 art pieces have been exhibited featuring various styles of
Tributes paid to Professor Khalid Mahmood, leader of academicians in PU
Professor Khalid Mahmood, a leader of academicians in Punjab University, an Indialogist at Institute of Regional Studies, an analytical journalist at ‘The Muslim’ and a loving husband at home, was paid glowing tributes by his colleagues, friends and disciples at a packed memorial ceremony organised by TVO here on Friday.
Begum Rukhsana Mahmood was also present in addition to other close family members at the function.
Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed recalled his
Begum Rukhsana Mahmood was also present in addition to other close family members at the function.
Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed recalled his
Self-access centres (SAC) to be set up in two universities
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has awarded Self Access Centres (SAC) to Sardar Bahadur Khan Women University (SBKWU), Quetta and Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET), Jamshoro.
In this regard, HEC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the establishment of Self Access Centre (SAC) under the English Language Teaching Reforms Project (ELTR) Phase-II with SBKWU, Quetta, and MUET, and Jamshoro.
At SBKWU, Provincial Minister of Women
In this regard, HEC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the establishment of Self Access Centre (SAC) under the English Language Teaching Reforms Project (ELTR) Phase-II with SBKWU, Quetta, and MUET, and Jamshoro.
At SBKWU, Provincial Minister of Women
The International Islamic University (IIU) starts admissions for fall semester
Islamabad: The International Islamic University (IIU) has started admissions for the Fall Semester and applications in this regard can be submitted by June 29. Details for admission tests are available on university’s website and no other letter would be issued to students in this regard, said a circular issued by university administration.
According to circular the university has started its admissions in Faculties of Arabic, Basic and Applied Sciences, Engineering and
According to circular the university has started its admissions in Faculties of Arabic, Basic and Applied Sciences, Engineering and
Friday, 18 May 2012
Paintings come to capital to create fairyland effect again titled “Vivid Vistas”
ISLAMABAD: An exhibition of outstanding landscapes by Matloob Baig, titled “Vivid Vistas”, opens today at Gallery 6. A total of 25 paintings in oil on canvas in various sizes will be showcased.
The Lahore-based artist, who received Masters in Fine Arts from the Punjab University in 1999, has been participating in numerous group- and solo-exhibitions since then. This is his second solo exhibition in Islamabad after the thundering success of the first show in 2010.
Matloob has travelled all
The Lahore-based artist, who received Masters in Fine Arts from the Punjab University in 1999, has been participating in numerous group- and solo-exhibitions since then. This is his second solo exhibition in Islamabad after the thundering success of the first show in 2010.
Matloob has travelled all
No male vaccinator to be sent to girls schools in connection with the anti-Hepatitis campaign
KARACHI: No male vaccinator would be sent to any girls school in connection with the anti-Hepatitis campaign in the schools. This was stated by Sindh Helath Minister Dr Sagheer Ahmed, here on Friday. He said that this directive should be strictly maintained, otherwise departmental action would be initiated against the violators. Meanwhile, the minister took strict notice of the media reports that in connection with the anti-Hepatitis campaign, male vaccinators were sent to a girls school in
Inaugurated the Health Sector Reforms and Support Unit
KARACHI - Edward Birgells, Regional Director of USAID, along with Dr. Sagheer Ahmed, Sindh Government's Minister for Health, today inaugurated the Health Sector Reforms and Support Unit, which is being established with Rs270 million grant from the United States Agency for International Development.
With support from USAID, the Department of Health is able to establish the Reforms and Support Unit to improve governance and make the health system more efficient and effective. United States
With support from USAID, the Department of Health is able to establish the Reforms and Support Unit to improve governance and make the health system more efficient and effective. United States
PU ASA Teachers’ boycott continues
LAHORE – The Punjab University Academic Staff Association (PU ASA) on Friday boycotted the classes to show solidarity with the teachers who were tortured by activists of Islami Jamiat-e-Tulaba on Wednesday. In a statement issued on Friday, PU ASA showed satisfaction over the operation clean up in PU hostels initiated on the orders of Punjab CM on Thursday night. During the operation, police arrested some illegal IJT occupants and recovered liquor and weapons.
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University of the Punjab Spokesman: Goons unveiled
LAHORE - University of the Punjab Spokesman Friday said that the recovery of liquor and weapons has unveiled the character of rogue elements. In a statement issued on Friday, he said that the recent incidents supports stance of administration that student wings of political parities should not exist in universities. The spokesman said that only one student organisation and its some ex-members were behind all the incidents of lawlessness on campus.
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Revolution through edu at any cost
MARDAN - Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, Ameer Haider Khan Hoti, on Friday said that due to the entrance of Russia our region got disturbed and our one generation remained far from education and now we are struggling to make the situation normal of this region, safe for our next generation and through education we can easily achieve this aim.
“Those people who created this disturbance in the region now are giving lectures to us about this situation,” he said while addressing a
“Those people who created this disturbance in the region now are giving lectures to us about this situation,” he said while addressing a
PU faculty’s book ‘Design of a Low Voltage Induction Motor Drive’
LAHORE – Germany’s Lambert Academic Publishing will publish a book titled ‘Design of a Low Voltage Induction Motor Drive’, which has been co-authored by University of the Punjab Department of Electrical Engineering Assistant Prof Umar Farooq. PU Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Mujahid Kamran has congratulated Prof Farooq on his achievement and on earning good name for the university.
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IJT rally baton-charged; arrested over 50 activists
LAHORE – Police on Friday arrested over 50 activists of the Islami Jamiat-e-Tulaba (IJT) who were protesting against the Punjab government for not arresting the murderer of their comrade and also against operation clean up in University of the Punjab hostels.
Armed with batons, hundreds of IJT workers gathered at Nasir Bagh and took out a protest rally. The activists burnt old tyres and pelted police and Punjab University Old Campus building with stones. The Mall and Lower Mall roads
Armed with batons, hundreds of IJT workers gathered at Nasir Bagh and took out a protest rally. The activists burnt old tyres and pelted police and Punjab University Old Campus building with stones. The Mall and Lower Mall roads
PU Examinations Department has declared results
LAHORE - University of the Punjab Examinations Department has declared the results of MBBS 1st Professional (part-II), supplementary 2011; BFA Painting (semester system), Morning, Session 2007-11; BFA Painting (semester system), Replica, Session 2007-11; BFA Textile Design (semester system), Morning, Session 2007-11; BFA Textile Design (semester system), Replica, Session 2007-11; Bachelor of Architecture (semester system), Session 2006-11; Bachelor of Architecture (semester system), Session
Summer vacation would begin from from July 1
KARACHI – Two-month long summer vacation in educational institutes across Sindh would begin from July 1. Chief Minister Qaim Ali Shah approved the summary to this effect here the other day.
The instructions are applicable to both the private and public sector institutions.
“The order’s implementation will be ensured strictly across the province,” the education secretary said.
According to sources, this decision has been taken in the view of Ramazan and monsoon starting this
The instructions are applicable to both the private and public sector institutions.
“The order’s implementation will be ensured strictly across the province,” the education secretary said.
According to sources, this decision has been taken in the view of Ramazan and monsoon starting this
PMA hopes hefty raise in health budget for the fiscal year 2012-13
KARACHI –The Pakistan Medical Association’s Sindh chapter hopes allocation of a minimum three percent of the GDP for the health sector in the provincial budget for the fiscal year 2012-13.
“Ideally it should be six percent of the total GDP, however, in the given situation we hope that it would be at-least two and a half percent to three percent of the GDP,” Dr. Samrina Hashmi, President PMA-Sindh told APP Friday.
PMA-Sindh’s President said the government must also ensure
“Ideally it should be six percent of the total GDP, however, in the given situation we hope that it would be at-least two and a half percent to three percent of the GDP,” Dr. Samrina Hashmi, President PMA-Sindh told APP Friday.
PMA-Sindh’s President said the government must also ensure
Schools carry out cleaning the beach campaign
KARACHI - DHA educational institutions organized a 'cleaning the beach campaign', at Sea View beach, it was organized by students of DHA. The ceremony was held near Floating Kitchen.
More than 500 students of DA Model High School, wearing colourful caps and specially prepared aprons and gloves, along with the teaching staff and a large number of janitorial work forces participated in the massive cleaning of the beach with great zeal and enthusiasm.
The students reaffirmed the motto
More than 500 students of DA Model High School, wearing colourful caps and specially prepared aprons and gloves, along with the teaching staff and a large number of janitorial work forces participated in the massive cleaning of the beach with great zeal and enthusiasm.
The students reaffirmed the motto
BIEK has announced New schedule for postponed papers
KARACHI - Board of Intermediate Education (BIEK) has announced new schedule for Saturday holidays for Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Part-I & II Annual Examinations-2012. As per announcement, issued on Friday, the paper that was scheduled for May 12 will now be held on May 29, May 19 paper will now be on May 31 and May 26 paper will be on June 4. However, the place and time will be the same.
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IJT activists protest student’s murder
A large number of Islami Jamiat Talba (IJT) activists agitated on Benazir Bhutto Road (BBR) Friday to press the government and law enforcement agencies to arrest the killer of their colleague was been shot dead in Punjab University, Lahore. The protest demo, led by IJT city Nazim Usama Uzair, was participated by IJT Islamabad Nazim Noor-al-Bashar, IJT Islamic International University Islamabad (IIUI) Nazim Afzal Mehmood, besides scores of members of other educational institutions. Torching
Colleges staff stages protest
ISLAMABAD – Teaching and non-teaching staff of both boys and girls colleges of Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF) protested Friday against the proposed privatisation of the educational institutions run by the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis across the country.Nearly 300 employees of the colleges gathered in front of the OPF Girls College, F-8, and demanded of the ministry to withdraw the advertisement appeared in a section of press on Thursday demanding partnership from private companies to
Numl arranges funfair for old for new students
ISLAMABAD – To set a new tradition of bringing new and old students of Mass Communication together under the one roof along with colours of creativity, entertainment, fun, leisure, learning and reunion, Mass Communication Department of National University of Modern Languages (NUML) arranged entertaining Mass Communication Festival 2012 on Friday. Faces were glowing with shining bliss, hall was echoing with cackles of students, feet were thumping on the beat of the music and course clapping
Lok Virsa celebrates World Museum Day
ISLAMABAD – Lok Virsa, National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage on Friday celebrated International Museum Day, enlightening younger generation about culture, heritage and history of the country and highlighting its importance in development of any society. Lok Virsa celebrated the day with due fervour and festivity. Pakistan National Museum of Ethnology, popularly known as Heritage Museum depicted living cultural traditions and lifestyles of the people of Pakistan, while
Shah Rukh Khan banned from entering Wankhede for 5 years
Mumbai: Actor and Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner Shah Rukh Khan has been banned for five years from entering the Wankhede Stadium over the alleged scuffle with the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) officials and the security staff.
This came even as Shah Rukh claimed that it was the MCA officials who started the scuffle by manhandling children at the stadium.
When asked whether the children were manhandled, MCA chief Vilasrao Deshmukh said, "We have no such complaint from him. He can also
This came even as Shah Rukh claimed that it was the MCA officials who started the scuffle by manhandling children at the stadium.
When asked whether the children were manhandled, MCA chief Vilasrao Deshmukh said, "We have no such complaint from him. He can also
Summer vacations in Sind Colleges and schools from 1st July
The Sindh government has declared that the summer vacations would start from July 1st till 31st August in the Sindh province.
Chief Minister Qaim Ali Shah has permitted the summary to this purpose.
However, Secretary Education said that the execution of the instruction would be confirmed throughout the province. Both the public and private sector organizations are bound to follow the instructions.
Chief Minister Qaim Ali Shah has permitted the summary to this purpose.
However, Secretary Education said that the execution of the instruction would be confirmed throughout the province. Both the public and private sector organizations are bound to follow the instructions.
Free eye camp at Miramshah in North Waziristan Agency
PESHAWAR, May 17: As part of providing latest healthcare facilities to the under privileged people of tribal areas at their doorsteps, Army Medical Corps with the help of doctors of agency headquarters hospital organised a three-day free eye camp at Miramshah in North Waziristan Agency, according to a press release issued here on Thursday.
In the camp, 553 patients, including males, females and children from all over NWA, were examined and treated by the team of army eye specialists, and 26
In the camp, 553 patients, including males, females and children from all over NWA, were examined and treated by the team of army eye specialists, and 26
BA/BSc part-I-II Exam schedule
PESHAWAR, May 17: The BA/BSc part-I-II annual examination 2012 of Kohat University of Science and Technology will commence from May 31.
The roll number slips of regular/late college candidates will be delivered to their respective colleges, whereas roll number slips of the private candidates will be dispatched on their respective postal addresses.
A statement issued here on Thursday said the B.Ed annual examination of the university will commence from June 13.
Roll number slips of the
The roll number slips of regular/late college candidates will be delivered to their respective colleges, whereas roll number slips of the private candidates will be dispatched on their respective postal addresses.
A statement issued here on Thursday said the B.Ed annual examination of the university will commence from June 13.
Roll number slips of the
Militants blew up the College
JAMRUD, May 17: Militants blew up the building of government degree college for women in Jamrud tehsil of Khyber Agency by detonating powerful bomb with a remote control device. No casualty was reported, officials said on Thursday.
According to the political administration, the improvised explosive devices (IED) was planted at the outer wall of the college, which was blasted with a remote control device.
The building and boundary wall were severely damaged but no casualty was reported in
According to the political administration, the improvised explosive devices (IED) was planted at the outer wall of the college, which was blasted with a remote control device.
The building and boundary wall were severely damaged but no casualty was reported in
Survey to identify govt teachers having children in private schools
PESHAWAR, May 17: The education departments in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have launched a survey to collect record of teachers of public sector educational institutions whose children are studying in private schools and colleges, according to officials.
A month ago the Peshawar High Court had directed the elementary and secondary education department, higher education department and technical education department to collect the record and take action against those government teachers who have not
A month ago the Peshawar High Court had directed the elementary and secondary education department, higher education department and technical education department to collect the record and take action against those government teachers who have not
Punjab University Academic Staff Association holds back major demands
LAHORE, May 17: The Punjab University Academic Staff Association within a day held back its three demands made at a press conference.
An official statement issued after association’s general body meeting on Thursday no more demands cancellation of admissions of all IJT nazims in hostels and academic departments, and immediate vacation of hostels. It also did not press the authorities for removal of the IGP.
The meeting, chaired by president Amer Sarwar, stuck to its executive body
An official statement issued after association’s general body meeting on Thursday no more demands cancellation of admissions of all IJT nazims in hostels and academic departments, and immediate vacation of hostels. It also did not press the authorities for removal of the IGP.
The meeting, chaired by president Amer Sarwar, stuck to its executive body
Children festival held for the special children
ISLAMABAD, May 17: Special children needed special attention and extra-curricular activities could bring them back to the normal life.
It was stated by the Minister of Capital Administration and Development Division (CADD) Nazar Mohammad Gondal at the children festival held for the special children at F-9 Park on Thursday.
The federal minister said the special persons should also get opportunities just like normal people in every field of life.
He visited the art gallery and
It was stated by the Minister of Capital Administration and Development Division (CADD) Nazar Mohammad Gondal at the children festival held for the special children at F-9 Park on Thursday.
The federal minister said the special persons should also get opportunities just like normal people in every field of life.
He visited the art gallery and
NCA students bring freshness to the art scene
ISLAMABAD, May 17: Content-wise, Islamabad’s galleries have failed to satisfy. It stays clichéd, shallow and unexpected.
But the work of the NCA students, with material and thought fresh as morning dew, brought a pleasant change to the local art scene.
Sundas Tariq celebrated pain from different experiences in her life. “Suffering gives me a push to move forward,” said the painter standing before her two larger-than-life self-portraits in which she depicted herself bruised and in
But the work of the NCA students, with material and thought fresh as morning dew, brought a pleasant change to the local art scene.
Sundas Tariq celebrated pain from different experiences in her life. “Suffering gives me a push to move forward,” said the painter standing before her two larger-than-life self-portraits in which she depicted herself bruised and in
‘Museums should be interactive’ at a seminar
KARACHI, May 17: Speakers gave detailed presentations at a seminar organised by the Sindh culture department to celebrate the International Museum Day at the National Museum here on Thursday.
State Bank Museum Director Dr Asma Ibrahim was the first presenter. She briefly touched on the theme of the seminar ‘Museums in a Changing World’ and then gave a comprehensive account of how she was able to turn the State Bank Library Building into a museum and art gallery. She was of the view that
State Bank Museum Director Dr Asma Ibrahim was the first presenter. She briefly touched on the theme of the seminar ‘Museums in a Changing World’ and then gave a comprehensive account of how she was able to turn the State Bank Library Building into a museum and art gallery. She was of the view that
Exhibition at Unicorn gallery
KARACHI, May 17: An exhibition of artworks by Hussain Chandio, Jam Depar, Manzoor Solangi and Nusrat Raza Mangi opens at the Unicorn gallery at 6pm on
Number of Errors detected in textbooks
THATTA, May 17: A number of errors have been found in textbooks for primary schools published by the Sindh Textbook Board (STB) which have been distributed free of cost among students.
Teachers and students are facing hardships because of mistakes and misprinting.
According to a teacher who did not want to be named, the textbook of Sindhi for class-II has blank pages numbered 51, 54 and 59.
Book of mathematics book class-III starts from page number 17 while material for 16 pages was
Teachers and students are facing hardships because of mistakes and misprinting.
According to a teacher who did not want to be named, the textbook of Sindhi for class-II has blank pages numbered 51, 54 and 59.
Book of mathematics book class-III starts from page number 17 while material for 16 pages was
Teachers demand for release of colleague, student
KHAIRPUR, May 17: Office-bearers and members of the Government Secondary Teachers’ Association (GSTA) and Primary Teachers Association (PTA) taluka Kotdiji and relatives of the kidnapped high school teacher (HST) and student of taluka Kotdiji held a demonstration at the main Kumb town chowk on Thursday, demanding release of the hostages.
They burnt tyres and blocked road, suspending traffic towards Khairpur, Nawabshah, Ranipur and other areas.GSTA leaders said that HST Pyar Ali Keerio of
They burnt tyres and blocked road, suspending traffic towards Khairpur, Nawabshah, Ranipur and other areas.GSTA leaders said that HST Pyar Ali Keerio of
Thursday, 17 May 2012
AIOU will host AAOU’ annual conference 2013
ISLAMABAD - Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) will host the Asian Association Open Universities’ (AAOU) annual conference 2013 to strengthen regional cooperation to fight illiteracy and ensure quality education through distance-learning and e-learning systems.
The preparations for this purpose are already underway” this was stated by Prof Dr Nazir Ahmed Sangi while addressing the 25th meeting of Board of Advanced Studies and Research (BASR).
Dr Sangi further said AIOU will promote
The preparations for this purpose are already underway” this was stated by Prof Dr Nazir Ahmed Sangi while addressing the 25th meeting of Board of Advanced Studies and Research (BASR).
Dr Sangi further said AIOU will promote
Lok Virsa celebrates International Museum Day on 18th May
ISLAMABAD - The World Museum Day is observed annually all over the world today (18 May) with a view to highlight the importance, necessity and role of museums for educating and enlightening people, specially younger generation about culture, heritage, history, flora and fauna, and progress of a country. Lok Virsa (National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage), Ministry of National Heritage and Integration, has announced to celebrate World Museum Day on 18 May.
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