MONTREAL: Packages containing a human foot and hand were discovered at two schools in Vancouver on Tuesday, in what could be the latest gruesome twist in the case of a Canadian porn actor suspected of dismembering and eating his former lover.
Police said they could not immediately confirm if the body parts in question were the missing extremities of Chinese student Jun Lin, whose hand and foot were discovered last week when they were mailed to Canada's top political parties.
The suspect,
Tuesday, 5 June 2012
Registration of 148 schools cancelled: Summer vacations
FAISALABAD: The Education Department on Tuesday cancelled registration of 148 private schools in the district for not closing for summer vacations in violation of the government’s directive for summer vacations from June 1.
Executive District Officer (Education) Imran Sohaib confirmed cancelling the registration.
He told The Express Tribune that the Education Department had last month issued a circular to all schools directing them to close for summer vacations from June 1. He said
Executive District Officer (Education) Imran Sohaib confirmed cancelling the registration.
He told The Express Tribune that the Education Department had last month issued a circular to all schools directing them to close for summer vacations from June 1. He said
Govt likely to introduce six-hour work day: Energy conservation
LAHORE: The provincial government may reduce work hours for secretariat workers by an hour, replacing 8am- to-3pm work day with a 7am-to-1pm one, in a bid to conserve electricity.
The decision was taken in a recent cabinet meeting presided over by Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif at the camp office set up in Minar-e-Pakistan, a cabinet member who attended the meeting told The Express Tribune on Tuesday.
He said the decision would be implemented after formal approval by the chief
The decision was taken in a recent cabinet meeting presided over by Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif at the camp office set up in Minar-e-Pakistan, a cabinet member who attended the meeting told The Express Tribune on Tuesday.
He said the decision would be implemented after formal approval by the chief
Rare historical documents
ISLAMABAD: The National Archives of Pakistan (NAP) here on Tuesday displayed over 300 rare historical photographs and documents related to Pakistan Movement in connection with World Archives Day. The collection served the visitors with glimpses of rare events and archival records of historical value.
The event was an attempt to visualize the history and educate the young generation about their history through informative visuals. The exhibition of black and white and some coloured
The event was an attempt to visualize the history and educate the young generation about their history through informative visuals. The exhibition of black and white and some coloured
Medical students lauded for sparing time for artwork as the RAC
ISLAMABAD: Medical students were on Tuesday praised for sparing time for artwork as the Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) arranged a painting exhibition-cum-competition by the students of Rawalpindi Medical College (RMC). The exhibition was divided into two categories 1) calligraphy and 2) paintings. Professor Dr Musadiq Khan and Dr Syed Irfan inaugurated it. Naheed Manzoor and Resident Director Waqar Ahmed were also present on the occasion. More than 20 students participated in the exhibition,
Concerted effort required for promotion of education
KARACHI: Concerted efforts are required to be made for the promotion of education. This was stated by Sindh Education and Literacy Minister Pir Mazhar ul Haq. He was speaking as chief guest at a ceremony held here on Tuesday to hand over the SB Fatima Girls School Garden Karachi to the Zindagi Trust. Chief of Zindagi Trust Shahzad Roy also spoke on the occasion and apprised of the role and achievements of his organisation.
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YDA: KEMU being subjected to huge electricity overbilling
LAHORE: The Young Doctors Association (YDA) has claimed that King Edward Medical University (KEMU) was being subjected to electricity overbilling.
YDA office-bearers, during a media briefing on Tuesday, stated that KEMU’s electricity bill for April stood at Rs 16.5 million, while that of the adjoining hospital – Mayo Hospital – was Rs 10 million. The total electricity bill of the university was even greater than that of the hospital for the month of April.
They added that the over
YDA office-bearers, during a media briefing on Tuesday, stated that KEMU’s electricity bill for April stood at Rs 16.5 million, while that of the adjoining hospital – Mayo Hospital – was Rs 10 million. The total electricity bill of the university was even greater than that of the hospital for the month of April.
They added that the over
Dust storm, light rain bring mercury down in Lahore city
LAHORE: A dust storm with light rain in the provincial capital and some other parts of the country brought the mercury down on Tuesday, providing some relief to the people facing scorching heat since the beginning of June.
The Meteorological Department had forecasted a partly cloudy weather with chances of dust storm and rain for Tuesday. The city’s temperature was recorded at 45 degrees Celsius maximum and 30 minimum.
According to the Met office, dust and thunderstorm with light rain
The Meteorological Department had forecasted a partly cloudy weather with chances of dust storm and rain for Tuesday. The city’s temperature was recorded at 45 degrees Celsius maximum and 30 minimum.
According to the Met office, dust and thunderstorm with light rain
Painting exhibition tribute to Zubeda Javed
LAHORE: The Punjab University College of Art and Design (PUCAD) organised a painting exhibition on Tuesday as a tribute to an eminent painter, teacher and former chairperson of college, Zubeda Javed.
Nayyar Ali Dada inaugurated the exhibition, which was held at the Anna Molka Galleries of the college. Zubeda Javed was the guest of honour at the event, whereas PUCAD Principal Dr Rahat Naveed Masood, students, dignitaries, scholars, painters, art-critics and art historians were also present on
Nayyar Ali Dada inaugurated the exhibition, which was held at the Anna Molka Galleries of the college. Zubeda Javed was the guest of honour at the event, whereas PUCAD Principal Dr Rahat Naveed Masood, students, dignitaries, scholars, painters, art-critics and art historians were also present on
Court summons top officials over teachers’ petition
KARACHI: A division bench of the Sindh High Court on Tuesday issued notices to chief secretary, education secretary and other officials in a petition filed by 42 primary school teachers, all hailing from district Naushehro Feroz.
The petitioners Israr Ahmed and 41 other submitted through their counsel that after successfully completing all formalities including test, interviews, etc, they were still waiting for posting orders since many years but the education department instead
The petitioners Israr Ahmed and 41 other submitted through their counsel that after successfully completing all formalities including test, interviews, etc, they were still waiting for posting orders since many years but the education department instead
Pakistan still has a long way to go with regard to green energy
KARACHI: Green energy is pricier in Pakistan than it is in other countries and the components required for it are being imported. Experts gathered on Tuesday at a World Environment Day seminar organised by the Institute of Business Mangement in which they discussed this issue as well as environmental problems faced by Pakistan.
Wind energy costs more in Pakistan than other countries. In fact, it is nearly twice as expensive as it is in India. Akthar Ali, a former research fellow of
Wind energy costs more in Pakistan than other countries. In fact, it is nearly twice as expensive as it is in India. Akthar Ali, a former research fellow of
Come and taste the khas mangoes of Mirpurkhas
KARACHI / MIRPUR KHAS: If you’re looking for mangoes which are succulent and beautifully scented, then head towards Mirpurkhas —host of the National Mangoes and Summer Fruit Festival for the past 47 years.
The drive from Karachi leading up to the city, known for its mango cultivation, is lined with trees with red, green and yellow mangoes hanging from them. While the vendors can be found on the sideways of the roads, who offer the juiciest mangoes at the best prices available. The
The drive from Karachi leading up to the city, known for its mango cultivation, is lined with trees with red, green and yellow mangoes hanging from them. While the vendors can be found on the sideways of the roads, who offer the juiciest mangoes at the best prices available. The
University of Peshawar students win 30 percent Mentoring a Talent
Courses for Tourism Hotel Management; Health, Physical Education; Criminology to be chalked out
PESHAWAR (APP): The University of Peshawar Academic Council in its meeting held on Tuesday has agreed in principle for the establishming three new Departments.
The new departments are Department of Tourism and Hotel Management, Health and Physical Education and Department of Criminology.
A committee headed by Dean Faculty of Arts and Humanities Prof. Dr. Farooq Swati, was constituted for the same
PESHAWAR (APP): The University of Peshawar Academic Council in its meeting held on Tuesday has agreed in principle for the establishming three new Departments.
The new departments are Department of Tourism and Hotel Management, Health and Physical Education and Department of Criminology.
A committee headed by Dean Faculty of Arts and Humanities Prof. Dr. Farooq Swati, was constituted for the same
Students cannot cheat in exams of BA/B.Sc without invigilators' cooperation
PESHAWAR: Students who dislike cheating in exams complained that most secondary and college students were copying answers and using other means of cheating in examinations halls with the blessing of examination hall superintendents and examiners.
Commenting on the ongoing exams of BA/B.Sc, these said that before these exams commences, deals were already made between students and the staff assigned to supervise the students
Irshad Afridi informed that most students involved in cheating secure
Commenting on the ongoing exams of BA/B.Sc, these said that before these exams commences, deals were already made between students and the staff assigned to supervise the students
Irshad Afridi informed that most students involved in cheating secure
University of Peshawar okays plan to set up 3 new departments
Courses for Tourism Hotel Management; Health, Physical Education; Criminology to be chalked out
PESHAWAR (APP): The University of Peshawar Academic Council in its meeting held on Tuesday has agreed in principle for the establishming three new Departments.
The new departments are Department of Tourism and Hotel Management, Health and Physical Education and Department of Criminology.
A committee headed by Dean Faculty of Arts and Humanities Prof. Dr. Farooq Swati, was constituted for the same
PESHAWAR (APP): The University of Peshawar Academic Council in its meeting held on Tuesday has agreed in principle for the establishming three new Departments.
The new departments are Department of Tourism and Hotel Management, Health and Physical Education and Department of Criminology.
A committee headed by Dean Faculty of Arts and Humanities Prof. Dr. Farooq Swati, was constituted for the same
Elmo caught with his hand in the cookie jar! USAID-funded project, Pakistan Children’s TV (PCTV) Rafi Peer Theatre Workshop (RPTW)
LAHORE - The Rafi Peer Theatre Workshop has been allegedly found involved in financial misappropriation of millions of dollars received as a part of the USAID-funded project, Pakistan Children’s TV (PCTV).
Reliable sources told Pakistan Today that USAID has already issued notifications regarding the suspension of aid for the programme meant to educate Pakistani children, over ‘severe’ irregularities.
According to the details, the USAID pledged $20 million to the Rafi Peer Theatre
Reliable sources told Pakistan Today that USAID has already issued notifications regarding the suspension of aid for the programme meant to educate Pakistani children, over ‘severe’ irregularities.
According to the details, the USAID pledged $20 million to the Rafi Peer Theatre
See Venus cross Sun, it's today or 2117 the time of sunrise till 9:50 am (PST) pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Another once-in-a-lifetime kind of transit of planet Venus (a planet crossing the face of Sun) has started this morning (Wednesday June 6).
The rare transit started at O3:00 AM and would last till 09:49 AM.
This stellar treat could be relished in Pakistan from the time of sunrise till 9:50 am (PST), an official of the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) told media.
In expert words today's historic Venus transit is a marathon event lasting nearly
The rare transit started at O3:00 AM and would last till 09:49 AM.
This stellar treat could be relished in Pakistan from the time of sunrise till 9:50 am (PST), an official of the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) told media.
In expert words today's historic Venus transit is a marathon event lasting nearly
Government MAO College, Lahore, teachers ‘victim of principal’s egocentricity’ both teaching and non teaching staff
The Government MAO College, Lahore, has become a perfect example of mismanagement, with frequent reshuffling and a growing sense of anxiety among both teaching and non teaching staff of the college.
Reportedly, what has widened the gulf between the college staff and the principal, Prof Dr Farhan Ebadat Yar Khan, is the latter’s egocentric behavior. A number of the college teachers, on condition of anonymity, complained against the principal’s insulting behavior towards faculty members,
Reportedly, what has widened the gulf between the college staff and the principal, Prof Dr Farhan Ebadat Yar Khan, is the latter’s egocentric behavior. A number of the college teachers, on condition of anonymity, complained against the principal’s insulting behavior towards faculty members,
Education minister Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman, yet to know his department giving wrong answers questions put by assembly members
Education Minister Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman, even after the passage of four and half years, is still struggling to maintain his writ in the department as his department officials are habitual of giving wrong answers to the questions put by assembly members.
The minister always invoked the wrath of assembly members and the Speaker for giving falsified responses amidst promises and commitments that he would take stern action against the responsible but nothing concrete had happened. Even on
The minister always invoked the wrath of assembly members and the Speaker for giving falsified responses amidst promises and commitments that he would take stern action against the responsible but nothing concrete had happened. Even on
University of Peshawar Academic Council to have 3 more departments
PESHAWAR: The University of Peshawar Academic Council in its meeting held on Tuesday decided to establish three new departments.
These include the departments of Tourism and Hotel Management, Health and Physical Education and Criminology.
The decision was taken in a meeting presided over by Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Qibla Ayaz.
A committee headed by the Dean Faculty of Arts and Humanities Dr Farooq Swati, was constituted to recommend relevant courses for the departments for
These include the departments of Tourism and Hotel Management, Health and Physical Education and Criminology.
The decision was taken in a meeting presided over by Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Qibla Ayaz.
A committee headed by the Dean Faculty of Arts and Humanities Dr Farooq Swati, was constituted to recommend relevant courses for the departments for
Militants destroy 22nd Nowshera school militants blew up the government-run school for boys in Mera Kheshgi
NOWSHERA: The number of schools destroyed in the district reached 22 after the militants blew up the government-run school for boys in Mera Kheshgi on Tuesday, official sources said.
The sources said the militants had planted explosives in a water cooler and placed it inside the Government Middle School Sher Afzal Korona in Mera Kheshgi that went off and destroyed two rooms.
Deputy Superintendent of Police, Nowshera Cantonment Riaz Khan said two motorcyclists had placed the explosive
The sources said the militants had planted explosives in a water cooler and placed it inside the Government Middle School Sher Afzal Korona in Mera Kheshgi that went off and destroyed two rooms.
Deputy Superintendent of Police, Nowshera Cantonment Riaz Khan said two motorcyclists had placed the explosive
Research poster exhibition 2012 Department of Chemistry, Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST)
PESHAWAR: A research poster exhibition is scheduled to be organised at the Department of Chemistry, Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST) on June 14.
According to a press release, research scholars from all the faculties of the KUST at MPhil and PhD as well as MSc and BS levels were encouraged to participate in the exhibition.
There would be three prizes in each faculty including physical, biological and
According to a press release, research scholars from all the faculties of the KUST at MPhil and PhD as well as MSc and BS levels were encouraged to participate in the exhibition.
There would be three prizes in each faculty including physical, biological and
PUNJAB University (PU) College of Art and Design Exhibition of paintings to pay tribute to Zubeda Javed,
PUNJAB University (PU) College of Art and Design organised a seminar and exhibition of paintings to pay tribute to Zubeda Javed, an eminent painter and teacher, on Tuesday.
Students, dignitaries, scholars, painters, art-critics and art historians attended the seminar to pay their respect to this wonderful painter who actually founded a modern and conceptual style in landscape painting in Pakistan. Zubeda Javed was the guest of honour and renowned architect Nayyar Ali Dada was the chief
Students, dignitaries, scholars, painters, art-critics and art historians attended the seminar to pay their respect to this wonderful painter who actually founded a modern and conceptual style in landscape painting in Pakistan. Zubeda Javed was the guest of honour and renowned architect Nayyar Ali Dada was the chief
‘Billing scandal’ at King Edward Medical University (KEMU), Lahore Young Doctors Association (YDA), Pakistan,
THE Young Doctors Association (YDA), Pakistan, has claimed to unearth a scandal regarding electricity bills of inflated billing at the King Edward Medical University (KEMU), Lahore.
In a press statement issued here, YDA office-bearers, including Dr Rana Sohail, Dr Salman Kazmi and Dr Talha Sherwani said the electricity bill for the month of April, 2012 of the KEMU was Rs 10.6 million while that of Mayo Hospital was over Rs 10 million.
They said the bill of KEMU was Rs 6.5 million more
In a press statement issued here, YDA office-bearers, including Dr Rana Sohail, Dr Salman Kazmi and Dr Talha Sherwani said the electricity bill for the month of April, 2012 of the KEMU was Rs 10.6 million while that of Mayo Hospital was over Rs 10 million.
They said the bill of KEMU was Rs 6.5 million more
Robbers kill General Manager of Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority (TEVTA) Javaid Iqbal
obbers kill Tevta’s GM FOUR dacoits shot dead General Manager of Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority (TEVTA) Javaid Iqbal on Tuesday.
He was on his way back home from Allama Iqbal International Airport Lahore after receiving his daughter. Police said four dacoits, riding on three bikes, intercepted Javaid Iqbal’s car on Canal Road near Gulzar underpass in the limits of Muslim Town police station and made the car riders hostage at gunpoint. Meanwhile, Javed Iqbal
He was on his way back home from Allama Iqbal International Airport Lahore after receiving his daughter. Police said four dacoits, riding on three bikes, intercepted Javaid Iqbal’s car on Canal Road near Gulzar underpass in the limits of Muslim Town police station and made the car riders hostage at gunpoint. Meanwhile, Javed Iqbal
19th century British India encapsulated launch of his book, “Kitabain Apne Abaa Ki” by BBC Urdu commentator Raza Ali Abdi at the Arts Council
Warm tributes were heaped on noted BBC Urdu commentator Raza Ali Abdi at the Arts Council on Tuesday evening at the launch of his book, “Kitabain Apne Abaa Ki”.
The book encapsulates a hundred books pertaining to various aspects of the 19th century British India dealing with its political, cultural, literary, and sociological aspects and the changes occurring therein.
Dr Jaffer Ahmed, Director, Pakistan Studies Centre, University of Karachi, in his tribute to Abdi, said that his
The book encapsulates a hundred books pertaining to various aspects of the 19th century British India dealing with its political, cultural, literary, and sociological aspects and the changes occurring therein.
Dr Jaffer Ahmed, Director, Pakistan Studies Centre, University of Karachi, in his tribute to Abdi, said that his
CNG stations to remain closed today in karachi city All Pakistan CNG Association,
All the CNG filling stations in the city will remain closed on Wednesday on the call of the three CNG associations which are protesting against the proposed government levy on the product.
The strike call was jointly given by the All Pakistan CNG Association, the CNG Station Owners Association and the CNG Dealers Association at a meeting held in the city a couple of days back.
However, there is some confusion over the duration of the strike, whether it is for a day or for an indefinite
The strike call was jointly given by the All Pakistan CNG Association, the CNG Station Owners Association and the CNG Dealers Association at a meeting held in the city a couple of days back.
However, there is some confusion over the duration of the strike, whether it is for a day or for an indefinite
Times of India and the Jang Group have plans Exchange programme for Pak, Indian journalists planned
The Times of India and the Jang Group have plans as part of the Aman ki Asha initiative to begin a journalist exchange programme under which journalists from each side will have an opportunity to work in a newspaper of the neighbouring country.
Tahir Hasan Khan, president of the Karachi Press Club and senior political correspondent of The News, told a press conference on Tuesday that a suggestion in this regard was accepted by Editorial Director Times of India J Deep Bose during a Pakistani
Tahir Hasan Khan, president of the Karachi Press Club and senior political correspondent of The News, told a press conference on Tuesday that a suggestion in this regard was accepted by Editorial Director Times of India J Deep Bose during a Pakistani
International business degrees at fraction of cost of going abroad Management Development Institute (MDi), Pakistan,
Management Development Institute (MDi), Pakistan, Programme Director Asad Zaidi has said that MDi is providing an authentic and high quality international BBA and MBA programme at a fraction of the cost of studying overseas.
“In the case of fresh graduates and working professionals seeking to differentiate themselves, a high-quality international business degree can often help clinch the right job. For local employers and multinational organisations looking to fill executive positions, an
“In the case of fresh graduates and working professionals seeking to differentiate themselves, a high-quality international business degree can often help clinch the right job. For local employers and multinational organisations looking to fill executive positions, an
Students urged to help save environment clean and green, Federal Minister for Climate Change
The standard of living could be made better by keeping environment clean and green, said Federal Minister for Climate Change Rana M. Farooq Saeed Khan.
“Carbon emissions should be lowered to promote a greener environment and green economy. Water and land should be saved from being polluted by the joint efforts of people. On this day, we should pledge to save and purify our environment from pollutants,” he stated while addressing a seminar on World Environment Day titled ‘Green
“Carbon emissions should be lowered to promote a greener environment and green economy. Water and land should be saved from being polluted by the joint efforts of people. On this day, we should pledge to save and purify our environment from pollutants,” he stated while addressing a seminar on World Environment Day titled ‘Green
Reproductive health should be part of curriculum: Melesse International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)
International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) Director General Tewodros Melesse has stressed the need to make reproductive health part of the curriculum in schools.
In an exclusive interview with ‘The News’, he said that children enjoy access to all kind of information through internet and television. “It is better for their safety to provide them with proper education about these issues at the right stage,” he said.
Originally belonging to Ethiopia, Melesse is on a
In an exclusive interview with ‘The News’, he said that children enjoy access to all kind of information through internet and television. “It is better for their safety to provide them with proper education about these issues at the right stage,” he said.
Originally belonging to Ethiopia, Melesse is on a
New status of designated as Engineering Technologist and B-Tech degrees Pakistan Technology Council
Islamabad: Pakistan Technology Council Chairman Professor Javed Iqbal has said that in future B-Tech (Hons) will be designated as Engineering Technologist and B-Tech (Pass) will be designated as Associate Engineering Technologist, says a press release.
He said that the decision to this effect was made at a meeting attended by the vice chancellors of all universities, executive director HEC, representatives of PEC, representatives of industries from private sector, representatives of MOST
He said that the decision to this effect was made at a meeting attended by the vice chancellors of all universities, executive director HEC, representatives of PEC, representatives of industries from private sector, representatives of MOST
Condolence book placed at embassy of Kazakhstan national mourning day due to the tragic death of its soldiers at the boundary post of Arkankergen,
Islamabad: The Republic of Kazakhstan marked June 5 as a national mourning day due to the tragic death of its soldiers at the boundary post of Arkankergen, says a press release.
A condolence book will be placed today (Wednesday) and tomorrow (Thursday) at its embassy, House no. 11, Street 45, Sector F-8/1, from 11 a.m. to 1
A condolence book will be placed today (Wednesday) and tomorrow (Thursday) at its embassy, House no. 11, Street 45, Sector F-8/1, from 11 a.m. to 1
First Former inspector general of police (IGP) of Islamabad Malik Muhammad Nawaz dies
First IGP of Islamabad dies Former inspector general of police (IGP) and first head of the Islamabad Police Malik Muhammad Nawaz passed away on Tuesday at the age of 78.
He was known as an efficient police officer, who served the Islamabad Police as an IGP from January 1, 1981 to September 3, 1986.
The Police Service of Pakistan (PSP) Association has expressed its grief and sorrow over the demise of former IGP Malik Muhammad Nawaz.
A statement issued by the Police Services of
He was known as an efficient police officer, who served the Islamabad Police as an IGP from January 1, 1981 to September 3, 1986.
The Police Service of Pakistan (PSP) Association has expressed its grief and sorrow over the demise of former IGP Malik Muhammad Nawaz.
A statement issued by the Police Services of
painting exhibition and competition by Medical students at Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC)
Rawalpindi Medical students take time out for artwork
The Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) organised a painting exhibition and competition by students of the Rawalpindi Medical College (RMC) here on Tuesday.
The exhibition was divided into two categories, calligraphy and painting. The wife of Professor Dr. Mussadiq Khan and Dr. Syed Irfan inaugurated the exhibition. Naheed Manzoor and RAC Resident Director Waqar Ahmed were also present on the occasion.
More than 20 students
The Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) organised a painting exhibition and competition by students of the Rawalpindi Medical College (RMC) here on Tuesday.
The exhibition was divided into two categories, calligraphy and painting. The wife of Professor Dr. Mussadiq Khan and Dr. Syed Irfan inaugurated the exhibition. Naheed Manzoor and RAC Resident Director Waqar Ahmed were also present on the occasion.
More than 20 students
740 people killed in Karachi in 5 months say Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP)
KARACHI: Ethnic, sectarian and politically-linked violence in the country’s financial capital Karachi has killed at least 740 people so far this year, the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) said on Tuesday.
Parts of the port city have become battlegrounds, with authorities unable to prevent violence blamed on activists from political parties representing rival ethnic groups.
“About 740 people have been the victims of violent shootings in the last five months,” Zohra Yusuf,
Parts of the port city have become battlegrounds, with authorities unable to prevent violence blamed on activists from political parties representing rival ethnic groups.
“About 740 people have been the victims of violent shootings in the last five months,” Zohra Yusuf,
Education minister Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman, yet to know his department giving wrong answers questions put by assembly members
Education Minister Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman, even after the passage of four and half years, is still struggling to maintain his writ in the department as his department officials are habitual of giving wrong answers to the questions put by assembly members.
The minister always invoked the wrath of assembly members and the Speaker for giving falsified responses amidst promises and commitments that he would take stern action against the responsible but nothing concrete had happened. Even on
The minister always invoked the wrath of assembly members and the Speaker for giving falsified responses amidst promises and commitments that he would take stern action against the responsible but nothing concrete had happened. Even on
launches vocational training programme for youths International Labour Organisation (ILO) collaboration with STEVTA
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) in collaboration with the Sindh Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority (STEVTA) has initiated a competency-based training and assessment programme in the province.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the workshop on Tuesday, Farida Khan, National Project Coordinator, Gender Equality for Decent Employment (GEDE), said the latest techniques of competency-based training and assessment (CBTA) would be taught to 30 skilled trainers
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the workshop on Tuesday, Farida Khan, National Project Coordinator, Gender Equality for Decent Employment (GEDE), said the latest techniques of competency-based training and assessment (CBTA) would be taught to 30 skilled trainers
Madagascar 3 online free download full movie
Madagascar 3 - Europe's Most Wanted - Trailer: Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Gloria the Hippo, and Melman the Giraffe are still fighting to get home to their beloved Big Apple and of course, King Julien, Maurice and the Penguins are all along for the comedic adventure. Their journey takes them through Europe where they find the perfect cover: a traveling circus, which they reinvent Madagascar style. Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted comes to theaters June 8, 2012
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Pakistan successfully test-fires Hatf VII cruise fifth nuclear-capable missile
Pakistan on Tuesday tested a fifth nuclear-capable missile since India launched a new long-range weapon capable of hitting China just over six weeks ago.
The Hatf VII cruise missile has a range of 700 kilometres, can carry conventional warheads and has stealth capabilities, the military said.
It described the “low flying, terrain hugging missile with high maneuverability” as having “pinpoint accuracy” and “radar avoidance features”.
Tuesday’s test was Pakistan’s fifth
The Hatf VII cruise missile has a range of 700 kilometres, can carry conventional warheads and has stealth capabilities, the military said.
It described the “low flying, terrain hugging missile with high maneuverability” as having “pinpoint accuracy” and “radar avoidance features”.
Tuesday’s test was Pakistan’s fifth
Monday, 4 June 2012
Laptops Distribution ceremony: 1,116 evening students get laptops
As many as 1,116 students of evening classes received laptops in a distribution ceremony at the Government College University Faisalabad (GCUF) on Monday.
The event was presided over by GCUF Vice Chancellor Prof Zakir Hussain. MNA Begum Khalida Mansoor and MPA Khwaja Muhammad Islam were the chief guests.
In his address following the distribution, the vice chancellor urged the students to use the laptops to enhance their knowledge.
“Computers can help you call upon a
The event was presided over by GCUF Vice Chancellor Prof Zakir Hussain. MNA Begum Khalida Mansoor and MPA Khwaja Muhammad Islam were the chief guests.
In his address following the distribution, the vice chancellor urged the students to use the laptops to enhance their knowledge.
“Computers can help you call upon a
Fire erupts at Ferozsons bookshop
LAHORE: Fire erupted inside a known bookstore located on Mall Road, near the Punjab Assembly on Wednesday.
The fire broke out on the ground floor of the Ferozsons bookshop which gradually grew and reached the upper portion.
An employee named Touqeer said that the fire started at around 12:40pm, when there was no electricity in the shop. He further added that the shop does not have a generator backup.
He said that he saw smoke coming out from the back side of the shop, which alarmed
The fire broke out on the ground floor of the Ferozsons bookshop which gradually grew and reached the upper portion.
An employee named Touqeer said that the fire started at around 12:40pm, when there was no electricity in the shop. He further added that the shop does not have a generator backup.
He said that he saw smoke coming out from the back side of the shop, which alarmed
Fire fighters hope to finish job today: Ferozsons fire
Fire at two sections of the Ferozsons building’s basement, still burning on the seventh day, may be extinguished on Tuesday (today), Rescue 1122 Executive officer (Operations) Dr Rizwan Ahmed told The Express Tribune on Monday.
He rejected a suggestion that the fire fighting effort had not been up to the mark and said that firefighters had been careful to avoid unnecessary damage to the historic building.
Rescue 1122 officials on the site told The Tribune that they had made an opening
He rejected a suggestion that the fire fighting effort had not been up to the mark and said that firefighters had been careful to avoid unnecessary damage to the historic building.
Rescue 1122 officials on the site told The Tribune that they had made an opening
All under one roof: Healthcare and luxury go hand in hand
KARACHI: The clinic suites at the new doctors’ plaza look over at the neighbourhoods around Do Talwar. The rooms are extremely well-furnished and spacious, according to what the doctors felt that the clientele living in the area wanted.
It has been established by the Machiyara Group of Companies. It was launched on Sunday as an out-patient facility on the fifth floor of The Plaza Shopping Mall. Although the project had been completed six months ago and patients had been coming the
It has been established by the Machiyara Group of Companies. It was launched on Sunday as an out-patient facility on the fifth floor of The Plaza Shopping Mall. Although the project had been completed six months ago and patients had been coming the
Summer vacation in capital schools
ISLAMABAD, June 4: Capital Administration and Development Division (CADD) on Monday announced that summer vacation in the capital schools would start from 16th of this month and end on August 26.
On the other hand, teachers and students gave the news a guarded welcome saying with mercury already touching over 41 degree Celsius, holidays for junior section should have been announced from June 11, Dawn has learnt. According to sources, Federal Directorate of Education (FDE), under which the
On the other hand, teachers and students gave the news a guarded welcome saying with mercury already touching over 41 degree Celsius, holidays for junior section should have been announced from June 11, Dawn has learnt. According to sources, Federal Directorate of Education (FDE), under which the
Lahore Arts Council to list local artistes for programming
LAHORE, June 4: The Lahore Arts Council is collecting data on entertainers and performers in various branches of performing arts not only for swift programming at Alhamra Art Center but also for a fair evaluation of those seeking financial assistance from the council, officials told Dawn on Monday.
They said under the initiative launched on the directives of culture secretary Muhayyudin Wani, the Lahore-based artistes would have to fill a form mentioning details about their professional
They said under the initiative launched on the directives of culture secretary Muhayyudin Wani, the Lahore-based artistes would have to fill a form mentioning details about their professional
Karachi University (KU) slams protest over results
KARACHI, June 4: Reacting to protests by students against the recently announced results of the first professional bachelor of dental surgery and MBBS, Karachi University said on Monday it was not responsible for students’ poor or good results in their examinations.
In a statement the KU said the preparation of the question paper and nomination of examiners for assessment of answer scripts was done by the boards of studies of BDS and MBBS and the university’s role was only restricted to
In a statement the KU said the preparation of the question paper and nomination of examiners for assessment of answer scripts was done by the boards of studies of BDS and MBBS and the university’s role was only restricted to
Dr Shah: Teaching takes students beyond books
HYDERABAD, June 4: Acting Vice-Chancellor of Sindh University Professor Dr Parveen Shah has said that teaching is not about just imparting information and transfer of knowledge but is about taking students beyond books.
She was speaking at the inauguration ceremony of one-week refresher course on trends in teaching methods of Chemistry.
It was organised by Dr. M.A Kazi Institute of Chemistry in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission here on Monday.
College teachers of
She was speaking at the inauguration ceremony of one-week refresher course on trends in teaching methods of Chemistry.
It was organised by Dr. M.A Kazi Institute of Chemistry in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission here on Monday.
College teachers of
Clerks boycott duties to protest transfer of colleague in Larkana
LARKANA, June 4: A strike by clerks paralysed work in the offices of the education department in Larkana on Monday.
They were protesting against the transfer of a colleague from here to Karachi.
On a protest call of the All Pakistan Clerks Association (APCA), Larkana chapter, clerks boycotted their duties. At a meeting, they condemned the transfer of Mohammed Kamil Sargani, an assistant in the education office, and called for withdrawal of the orders.
Later, they took to the roads and
They were protesting against the transfer of a colleague from here to Karachi.
On a protest call of the All Pakistan Clerks Association (APCA), Larkana chapter, clerks boycotted their duties. At a meeting, they condemned the transfer of Mohammed Kamil Sargani, an assistant in the education office, and called for withdrawal of the orders.
Later, they took to the roads and
International Environment Day tomorrow
ISLAMABAD - World Environment Day (WED) will be observed on 5th June with the theme “Green Economy: Does it include you?” to raise global awareness of the need to take positive environmental action.
Evidently, there are two parts to this theme and the first tackles the subject of the Green Economy. This is where some people shut off their minds because they find the concept of the Green Economy a little too complex to understand.
The UN Environment Programme defines the Green Economy as
Evidently, there are two parts to this theme and the first tackles the subject of the Green Economy. This is where some people shut off their minds because they find the concept of the Green Economy a little too complex to understand.
The UN Environment Programme defines the Green Economy as
Group show by women artists ends at Jharoka Gallery
ISLAMABAD - A group show of as many as 32 paintings by eight women artists concluded here Monday at Jharoka Art Gallery offering a variety of eye-catching innovative arts merged with various themes.
The visitors termed the show as a treat of visual arts that combine the taste of women artists from different perspectives and backgrounds.
The participating artists of the show included Riffat Aara Baig, Shehila Anjum, Samina Fasil, Zahra Kazmi, Firdous Butt, Tayyiba Aziz, Mamoona Humayn and
The visitors termed the show as a treat of visual arts that combine the taste of women artists from different perspectives and backgrounds.
The participating artists of the show included Riffat Aara Baig, Shehila Anjum, Samina Fasil, Zahra Kazmi, Firdous Butt, Tayyiba Aziz, Mamoona Humayn and
Increase in funds of literary/intellectual institutions demanded
ISLAMABAD - The speakers of a book-launching ceremony urged the government to increase funds of literary/intellectual institutions of the country to improve their performance.
They said that the five literary institutions working in the country are facing the problem of lack of funds. They were speaking at a book-launching ceremony organised by the National Language Authority (NLA). The event was continuation of a series of events to introduce new books to the public.
Speaking on the
They said that the five literary institutions working in the country are facing the problem of lack of funds. They were speaking at a book-launching ceremony organised by the National Language Authority (NLA). The event was continuation of a series of events to introduce new books to the public.
Speaking on the
Singing competition for Talent Hunt Project of Pakistan
ISLAMABAD - Young and amateur singers will participate in a singing competition under Talent Hunt Project of Pakistan, National Council of the Arts (PNCA), today (Tuesday).
The event is being organised by the Children Art Workshop of PNCA in collaboration with Ministry of National Heritage and Integration to provide a platform for the youngsters to show their skills in the field of singing.
The show is an attempt to explore hidden talent of children, students, youngsters and local artistes
The event is being organised by the Children Art Workshop of PNCA in collaboration with Ministry of National Heritage and Integration to provide a platform for the youngsters to show their skills in the field of singing.
The show is an attempt to explore hidden talent of children, students, youngsters and local artistes
Study: Nanotechnology can dramatically improve medical tests
ISLAMABAD - Researchers suggest the laboratory test used to detect disease and perform biological research could be3 million times more sensitive if conducted using nanotechnology.
According to the study carried by Princeton University researchers, the immunoassay biological test could be improved by combining standard biological tools with nanotechnology, Science Daily reported.
Immunoassay test is used to detect several diseases by mimicking the immune system in order to spot the presence
According to the study carried by Princeton University researchers, the immunoassay biological test could be improved by combining standard biological tools with nanotechnology, Science Daily reported.
Immunoassay test is used to detect several diseases by mimicking the immune system in order to spot the presence
Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET) presents performance recognition awards
KARACHI - Chancellor Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology, Z.A. Nizami has said that SSUET always endeavored keep pace with the latest technological trends. “We were the first to start Biomedical Engineering at Sir Syed University and plans are afoot to introduce some more technologies in near future", he said while speaking at the Performance Recognition Award ceremony organized by the SSUET’s Continuing Education Program (CEP). IT professional Farrukh Nizami was the main
Theatre Workshop: Elmo caught with his hand in the cookie jar
LAHORE - The Rafi Peer Theatre Workshop has been allegedly found involved in financial misappropriation of millions of dollars received as a part of the USAID-funded project, Pakistan Children’s TV (PCTV).
Reliable sources told Pakistan Today that USAID has already issued notifications regarding the suspension of aid for the programme meant to educate Pakistani children, over ‘severe’ irregularities.
According to the details, the USAID pledged $20 million to the Rafi Peer Theatre
Reliable sources told Pakistan Today that USAID has already issued notifications regarding the suspension of aid for the programme meant to educate Pakistani children, over ‘severe’ irregularities.
According to the details, the USAID pledged $20 million to the Rafi Peer Theatre
Telecom contributes a bigger slice to the budget 2012-2013 pie this year
ISLAMABAD - Telecom sector is one of the most potential sectors that remained important contributor to the national economy by depositing Rs 363 billion during the year 2012 and showed increase of 5.4 percent compared to last year. In line with the teledensity the cellular sector also has the highest share in telecom revenue as during 2011 cellular revenue increased by 11 percent to reach Rs 262,761 million as compared to Rs 236, 047 million in the previous year. During the first two quarters
PM of Pakistan announces Rs 50m for solar energy projects
ORMARA - Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani on Monday announced a sum of Rs 50 million for a solar system project in the budget for generating energy for people of Ormara. He was speaking after performing the ground-breaking ceremony for the Cadet College Ormara- a project of the Pakistan Navy. The prime minister referred to his previous visit to Gwadar and said electricity arrangement for that area was in collaboration with Iran.
He said he had announced a sum of Rs 50 million for subsidised
He said he had announced a sum of Rs 50 million for subsidised
PESHAWAR Students win scholarship of the University of Peshawar (UoP)
Students win scholarship
PESHAWAR, June 4: As many as seven students of the University of Peshawar (UoP) have won the “Mentoring a Talent” scholarship in information technology. The seven students of Department of Computer Science were picked for the scholarship after an online test and interview arranged by the Texpo, the Microsoft certified partner, held in April this year.
The students include Fawad Younas, Zulqarnain Alam, Abdus Salam, Irfan Azam, Mohammad Junaid, Naureen Akram
PESHAWAR, June 4: As many as seven students of the University of Peshawar (UoP) have won the “Mentoring a Talent” scholarship in information technology. The seven students of Department of Computer Science were picked for the scholarship after an online test and interview arranged by the Texpo, the Microsoft certified partner, held in April this year.
The students include Fawad Younas, Zulqarnain Alam, Abdus Salam, Irfan Azam, Mohammad Junaid, Naureen Akram
Archaeological promotion Hazara University’s archaeology department, UK varsities join hands
PESHAWAR, June 4: The Hazara University’s archaeology department and the Leicester University, UK, on Monday launched the ‘Strategic Partnership Extension in Knowledge Exchange (SPEKE)’ project with the financial support of the British Council to promote archeological heritage of Pakistan.
Project link coordinator Dr Abdul Samad told reporters here that the SPEKE had scientifically designed the project to promote the archaeological heritage of Pakistan by supporting tourism.
He said
Project link coordinator Dr Abdul Samad told reporters here that the SPEKE had scientifically designed the project to promote the archaeological heritage of Pakistan by supporting tourism.
He said
Kohistan killings video: Local claims five women killed, officials deny,Govt draws blanks, witnesses say women slaughtered
KOHISTAN: There is a massive cover up under way of a brutal slaughter in Kohistan, if key witnesses are to believed – and the provincial government and its security apparatus is abetting the effort to conceal the facts.
While the provincial government continues to deny the incident, key witnesses insist that not only were five women murdered by relatives on the premise of honour, their throats had been slit – contrary to reports that they had been shot.
The victims – four women
While the provincial government continues to deny the incident, key witnesses insist that not only were five women murdered by relatives on the premise of honour, their throats had been slit – contrary to reports that they had been shot.
The victims – four women
first professional BDS and Part-1 MBBS announced fair results clarification Karachi University
KARACHI - Karachi University has issued clarification regarding students’ protests being made over the announced results of first professional BDS and Part A MBBS.
In a statement issued here on Monday, the University said it announced fair results and bears no responsibility of getting the students passed or failed in their medical examination.
Since the question paper and nomination of examiners for the assessment of answer scripts is done by the board of studies of BDS and MBBS, the
In a statement issued here on Monday, the University said it announced fair results and bears no responsibility of getting the students passed or failed in their medical examination.
Since the question paper and nomination of examiners for the assessment of answer scripts is done by the board of studies of BDS and MBBS, the
Protest against suicides among children held under the Child Rights Movement (CRM)
Protest against suicides among children
Staff Report
LAHORE: Protesters at a demonstration on Monday expressed grave concern over the recent incidents of physical and psychological harassment of children to such an extent that they were forced to commit suicide.
The protest was held under the Child Rights Movement (CRM) at the Lahore Press Club, in which a large number of people, including children, participated.
Speaking on the occasion, CRM officials said that media reports on
Staff Report
LAHORE: Protesters at a demonstration on Monday expressed grave concern over the recent incidents of physical and psychological harassment of children to such an extent that they were forced to commit suicide.
The protest was held under the Child Rights Movement (CRM) at the Lahore Press Club, in which a large number of people, including children, participated.
Speaking on the occasion, CRM officials said that media reports on
Varsity budget year 2012-13 University of Malakand (UoM)
TIMERGARA, June 4: The University of Malakand (UoM) on Monday approved Rs1100 million budget with over Rs4 million deficit for the year 2012-13.
A meeting of the finance committee of the UoM in this regard was held with vice-chancellor Prof Dr Mohammad Rasool Jan in the chair, according to a press release issued here on Tuesday. Of the total outlay, Rs220 million were allocated for the construction of a boys’ hostel during the fiscal year 2012-13.
The meeting also gave approval to
A meeting of the finance committee of the UoM in this regard was held with vice-chancellor Prof Dr Mohammad Rasool Jan in the chair, according to a press release issued here on Tuesday. Of the total outlay, Rs220 million were allocated for the construction of a boys’ hostel during the fiscal year 2012-13.
The meeting also gave approval to
KEMU hosts 8th Annual All-Pakistan Inter-Collegiate Arts and Photography Exhibition
KEMU hosts inter-collegiate arts, photography exhibition LAHORE: The Kemcolian Arts and Photography Society (KAPS) of the King Edward Medical University (KEMU) organised its 8th Annual All-Pakistan Inter-Collegiate Arts and Photography Exhibition on Monday.
Photographic works, oil paintings, water paintings, calligraphy paintings, mixed paintings, sculptures and handicrafts by students of different educational institutions were put on display at the exhibition, whereas various competitions
Photographic works, oil paintings, water paintings, calligraphy paintings, mixed paintings, sculptures and handicrafts by students of different educational institutions were put on display at the exhibition, whereas various competitions
Youth festival held to mark World Environment Day National Forum for Environment and Health (NFEH),
Youth festival held to mark World Environment Day
* Students from 25 private and public sector schools participated in various competitions
By Asad Farooq
KARACHI: National Forum for Environment and Health (NFEH), in collaboration with the Karachi Municipal Corporation (KMC), organised a youth festival, comprising speech, tableaus, painting competitions and a tree plantation ceremony here on Monday.
The festival was organised at the Sadequain Hall, in connection with the World
* Students from 25 private and public sector schools participated in various competitions
By Asad Farooq
KARACHI: National Forum for Environment and Health (NFEH), in collaboration with the Karachi Municipal Corporation (KMC), organised a youth festival, comprising speech, tableaus, painting competitions and a tree plantation ceremony here on Monday.
The festival was organised at the Sadequain Hall, in connection with the World
promote healthy activities Sports gala to be held for capital’s youth of the federal capital,
Sports gala to be held for capital’s youth
ISLAMABAD: To promote healthy activities among the youth of the federal capital, the government would organise a sports gala, said Prime Minister’s Chief Coordinator on Islamabad Faisal Sakhi Butt while speaking on the eve of ongoing Media Cricket Tournament on Monday. Media Cricket Tournament, which has been organised by the National Press Club (NPC) in collaboration with CDA, is being participated by 40 teams from different newspapers and
ISLAMABAD: To promote healthy activities among the youth of the federal capital, the government would organise a sports gala, said Prime Minister’s Chief Coordinator on Islamabad Faisal Sakhi Butt while speaking on the eve of ongoing Media Cricket Tournament on Monday. Media Cricket Tournament, which has been organised by the National Press Club (NPC) in collaboration with CDA, is being participated by 40 teams from different newspapers and
Summer vacation in FDE Federal Directorate of Education institutes from june 16th to August 26th
Summer vacation in FDE institutes from 16th
ISLAMABAD: Students of educational institutions working under Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) will have summer vacations from June 16 (Saturday) to August 26 (Sunday). CADD Spokesman Rafique Tahir told APP that the CADD has approved the proposal of FDE to announce summer vacations from mid of June.
The summer vacations have been delayed this year so that the students can have holidays during the whole month of Ramazan and can celebrate
ISLAMABAD: Students of educational institutions working under Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) will have summer vacations from June 16 (Saturday) to August 26 (Sunday). CADD Spokesman Rafique Tahir told APP that the CADD has approved the proposal of FDE to announce summer vacations from mid of June.
The summer vacations have been delayed this year so that the students can have holidays during the whole month of Ramazan and can celebrate
“Pakistan Week” Weeklong culture show launched at National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa)
Weeklong culture show launched at Lok Virsa
Staff Report
ISLAMABAD: The “Pakistan Week” was on Monday launched at the National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) to integrate the country’s rich culture and heritage in the masses, with the objective to save the national heritage for future generations and also to project soft image of Pakistan across the globe.
Federal Minister for National Heritage and Integrity Samina Khalid Ghurki inaugurated the weeklong
Staff Report
ISLAMABAD: The “Pakistan Week” was on Monday launched at the National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) to integrate the country’s rich culture and heritage in the masses, with the objective to save the national heritage for future generations and also to project soft image of Pakistan across the globe.
Federal Minister for National Heritage and Integrity Samina Khalid Ghurki inaugurated the weeklong
Approval of new site for cadet college triggers controversy in Lakki Marwat district
PESHAWAR: The change of the site for the proposed cadet college in Lakki Marwat district has triggered controversy.
Official documents obtained by The News showed that after the 18th Amendment and abolition of the Federal Ministry of Education, education has been devolved to the provinces and the federal government would not provide funds for establishment of the cadet college.
As a result, a scheme namely “Establishment of Cadet College, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa” was
Official documents obtained by The News showed that after the 18th Amendment and abolition of the Federal Ministry of Education, education has been devolved to the provinces and the federal government would not provide funds for establishment of the cadet college.
As a result, a scheme namely “Establishment of Cadet College, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa” was
Chief Minister launches Rokhana Pakhtunkhwa Education Programme in Swabi and Buner districts
PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Ameer Haider Hoti on Monday formally launched Rokhana Pakhtunkhwa Education Programme in Swabi and Buner districts.
Under the programme, for the first time in the history of the province free education to boys and girls will be ensured under public-private partnership in entire union councils that lack government middle and high schools for boys and girls.
Addressing separate gatherings at Islamia Model School at Naranji in Swabi district and
Under the programme, for the first time in the history of the province free education to boys and girls will be ensured under public-private partnership in entire union councils that lack government middle and high schools for boys and girls.
Addressing separate gatherings at Islamia Model School at Naranji in Swabi district and
Hazara University and Leicester University in United Kingdom under a joint venture launches archaeological project
MANSEHRA: The Department of Archaeology, Hazara University and Leicester University in United Kingdom under a joint venture formally launched a British Council-funded project aimed at promoting archeological heritage of Pakistan.
The project link coordinator, Dr Abdul Samad told reporters here on Monday that the “Strategic Partnership Extension in Knowledge Exchange” had been designed scientifically to promote the archaeological heritage of Pakistan for sustainable
The project link coordinator, Dr Abdul Samad told reporters here on Monday that the “Strategic Partnership Extension in Knowledge Exchange” had been designed scientifically to promote the archaeological heritage of Pakistan for sustainable
ntermediate student Teenage girl crushed by dumper
Karachi Teenage girl crushed by dumper
An intermediate student was crushed by a dumper in the Sharifabad police limits on Monday.
Maria, 16, daughter of Anwer Khan, was crossing a road when she was run over by a dumper near Al-Karam Square. Her body was taken to the Abbasi Shaheed Hospital for medico-legal formalities. The dumper driver escaped from the scene.
Police said Maria was an external candidate who was going to college to appear in the
An intermediate student was crushed by a dumper in the Sharifabad police limits on Monday.
Maria, 16, daughter of Anwer Khan, was crossing a road when she was run over by a dumper near Al-Karam Square. Her body was taken to the Abbasi Shaheed Hospital for medico-legal formalities. The dumper driver escaped from the scene.
Police said Maria was an external candidate who was going to college to appear in the
Doctor abducted for Rs20m ransom Pakistan Medical Association and Sindh Doctors’
Karachi
The Pakistan Medical Association (Sindh) and Sindh Doctors’ Welfare Association (SWDA) have condemned the kidnapping of Dr Nayab Gohar, a postgraduate trainee at the Baqai Medical University (BMU), who was taken captive four weeks ago.
In a statement issued here on Monday, the two associations said that Dr Gohar’s kidnapping had been second such incident in a month, the other being that of Dr Faisal Iftikhar, kidnapped in
The Pakistan Medical Association (Sindh) and Sindh Doctors’ Welfare Association (SWDA) have condemned the kidnapping of Dr Nayab Gohar, a postgraduate trainee at the Baqai Medical University (BMU), who was taken captive four weeks ago.
In a statement issued here on Monday, the two associations said that Dr Gohar’s kidnapping had been second such incident in a month, the other being that of Dr Faisal Iftikhar, kidnapped in
fourth Khalifah of Islam Hazrat Ali (RA) birth anniversary
LAHORE
THE birth anniversary of fourth Khalifah of Islam Hazrat Ali (RA) was celebrated with religious zeal and solemnity on Monday as many organisations held special functions to mark the day.
World Peace and Unity Council organised a rally and a Seerat Ali Peace Conference to mark the occasion. The rally began from Naser Bagh and ended at Alhamra after passing through Nila Gunbad, Mayo Hospital and Hall Road.
The rally was led by Council Chairman Allama
THE birth anniversary of fourth Khalifah of Islam Hazrat Ali (RA) was celebrated with religious zeal and solemnity on Monday as many organisations held special functions to mark the day.
World Peace and Unity Council organised a rally and a Seerat Ali Peace Conference to mark the occasion. The rally began from Naser Bagh and ended at Alhamra after passing through Nila Gunbad, Mayo Hospital and Hall Road.
The rally was led by Council Chairman Allama
Notices to 110 private schools executive district officer (EDO) Education, Lahore,
LAHORE
The executive district officer (EDO) Education, Lahore, claimed Monday that his office had issued show cause notices to 110 private schools which remained open in violation of the Punjab government’s notification of summer vacation. The Punjab government, through a notification on May 30, had announced summer vacation schedule for public and private school of the province from June 01 till August 19, 2012. However, since most of the private schools had already announced examination
The executive district officer (EDO) Education, Lahore, claimed Monday that his office had issued show cause notices to 110 private schools which remained open in violation of the Punjab government’s notification of summer vacation. The Punjab government, through a notification on May 30, had announced summer vacation schedule for public and private school of the province from June 01 till August 19, 2012. However, since most of the private schools had already announced examination
Power crisis worst for those taking Intermediate (Part-I) Annual Examination 2012
LAHORE
The worst ever power crisis amid sizzling heat has been greatly irking students, especially those appearing in the ongoing Intermediate (Part-I) Annual Examination 2012.
A number of students, while talking to The News, strongly condemned the rulers and politicians for their failure to resolve the energy crisis. They also criticized those doing politics on this critical issue.
Amjad, a student, appearing in the ongoing intermediate exam, castigated
The worst ever power crisis amid sizzling heat has been greatly irking students, especially those appearing in the ongoing Intermediate (Part-I) Annual Examination 2012.
A number of students, while talking to The News, strongly condemned the rulers and politicians for their failure to resolve the energy crisis. They also criticized those doing politics on this critical issue.
Amjad, a student, appearing in the ongoing intermediate exam, castigated
Private schools defy summer vacation orders studying in private educational institutions,
Rawalpindi
Hundreds of students, studying in private educational institutions, are experiencing great hardships in going to their schools in the severely hot weather, as the concerned managements have not given them summer vacation.
Though the Punjab government has given summer holidays in educational institutions with effect from June 1, but according to students studying in private academic institutions, their summer vacation would start after June 30.
Not only
Hundreds of students, studying in private educational institutions, are experiencing great hardships in going to their schools in the severely hot weather, as the concerned managements have not given them summer vacation.
Though the Punjab government has given summer holidays in educational institutions with effect from June 1, but according to students studying in private academic institutions, their summer vacation would start after June 30.
Not only
Higher Education Commission HEC to start short courses for university students
Islamabad
To create awareness about violence against women, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) along with Oscar Award winner for film ‘Saving Face’ Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy plans to conduct short courses for university students.
Initially, these courses would be organised for the university students belonging to higher education institutions (HEI) of Southern Punjab and would be extended to other parts of the county later. Connecting universities with the Sharmeen
To create awareness about violence against women, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) along with Oscar Award winner for film ‘Saving Face’ Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy plans to conduct short courses for university students.
Initially, these courses would be organised for the university students belonging to higher education institutions (HEI) of Southern Punjab and would be extended to other parts of the county later. Connecting universities with the Sharmeen
Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) helps ensure access of quality education to all: Dr Sangi
Islamabad
Professor Dr. Nazir Ahmed Sangi was appointed as vice chancellor of the Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) two years back. While running the affairs of the university, he also took a number of new initiatives to uplift it to the level of a high-ranking educational institution both in term of enrolment and quality education. During his two-year tenure, he has been able to increase the university’s enrolment to about 70,000 additional students, which is more than the
Professor Dr. Nazir Ahmed Sangi was appointed as vice chancellor of the Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) two years back. While running the affairs of the university, he also took a number of new initiatives to uplift it to the level of a high-ranking educational institution both in term of enrolment and quality education. During his two-year tenure, he has been able to increase the university’s enrolment to about 70,000 additional students, which is more than the
International Environment Day Walk on environment held (CDGR) Let’s celebrate without wildfires
Rawalpindi
On the occasion of International Environment Day, the Solid Waste Management Department of City District Government Rawalpindi (CDGR) and Lion’s Club, Islamabad, jointly organised a walk near Nawaz Sharif Park here on Monday to create awareness among citizens to keep their environment and houses neat and clean.
Municipal Services EDO Imtiaz Ahmed Malik led the walk, Solid Waste Management DO Dr Mazhar Azeem, Environment DO Muhammad Usman, Members of
On the occasion of International Environment Day, the Solid Waste Management Department of City District Government Rawalpindi (CDGR) and Lion’s Club, Islamabad, jointly organised a walk near Nawaz Sharif Park here on Monday to create awareness among citizens to keep their environment and houses neat and clean.
Municipal Services EDO Imtiaz Ahmed Malik led the walk, Solid Waste Management DO Dr Mazhar Azeem, Environment DO Muhammad Usman, Members of
Acer unveiling tablets that use Windows 8
TAIPEI: Taiwan’s leading personal computer maker Acer Monday took another shot at gaining a foothold in the tablet market, unveiling two new products running on Microsoft’s much-anticipated Windows 8 operating system.
Acer showed off the tablets – named W510 and W700 – on the eve of Computex, Asia’s largest IT fair, which is held in Taipei this week for the 32nd time, with Windows 8 expected to be a key focus.
“Windows 8 is a historic moment for the worldwide Windows
Acer showed off the tablets – named W510 and W700 – on the eve of Computex, Asia’s largest IT fair, which is held in Taipei this week for the 32nd time, with Windows 8 expected to be a key focus.
“Windows 8 is a historic moment for the worldwide Windows
Two Fulbright scholars join Punjab University College of Information Technology (PUCIT)
LAHORE - Fulbright scholars, Dr Imran Farid Khan and Dr Mehvish Irfan Poshni, have joined Punjab University College of Information Technology (PUCIT). Both earned their MS and PhD degrees from Columbia University with high honours
Dr Khan and Dr Poshni have over 10-year combined industry experience that will prove extremely valuable for the students of the college. Dr Poshni is the first female PhD faculty member in the college. Dr Faisal Aslam has also become a part of PUCIT’s faculty. He
Dr Khan and Dr Poshni have over 10-year combined industry experience that will prove extremely valuable for the students of the college. Dr Poshni is the first female PhD faculty member in the college. Dr Faisal Aslam has also become a part of PUCIT’s faculty. He
GCU publishes a new edition of its decades-old journal
LAHORE - Political Science Department of the Government College University, Lahore, has published a new edition of its decades-old research journal ‘Journal of Political Science’ which includes research papers in the fields of political science, international relations, international political economy, current affairs, strategic studies, women studies, sociology, and history.
GCU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Muhammad Khaleeq-ur-Rahman chaired the inaugural ceremony of the research journal,
GCU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Muhammad Khaleeq-ur-Rahman chaired the inaugural ceremony of the research journal,
Fashion shows projects soft image of country
LAHORE - The rapidly growing fashion industry of Pakistan is the result of involvement of youngsters in a variety of fashion shows which allow experimenting to promote traditional and contemporary styles.
These views were expressed by model and actor Maria Khan. “The fusion of conventional and modern trends (East and West) created interest for fashion lovers of different cultures and invited investors to support the fashion industry in Pakistan,” she added. “The dying film industry of
These views were expressed by model and actor Maria Khan. “The fusion of conventional and modern trends (East and West) created interest for fashion lovers of different cultures and invited investors to support the fashion industry in Pakistan,” she added. “The dying film industry of
HEC: Budget not sufficient to meet targets
ISLAMABAD - Higher Education Commission (HEC) Executive Director Dr Sohail Naqvi expressed dissatisfaction over the HEC annual budgetary allocations of Rs 15.8 billion for the year 2012-13, as the commission was expecting a little more allocations as compared to the previous year.
Talking to APP, Dr Sohail Naqvi said last year the commission was given the budget of 14 billion and it faced financial crunch and remained unable to reach the desired goals smoothly.
And this year, the HEC has
Talking to APP, Dr Sohail Naqvi said last year the commission was given the budget of 14 billion and it faced financial crunch and remained unable to reach the desired goals smoothly.
And this year, the HEC has
PMA felicitates Sindh Medical College (SMC) on getting university status
KARACHI - Pakistan Medical Association (PMA-Sindh) on Sunday felicitated the Sindh Medical College (SMC) Alumni, Pakistan, and SMC International Alumni of North America (SMCIANA) on establishment of Sindh Medical University.
PMA - Sindh office bearers in a joint statement said SMC has now its own identity and Sindh has got another medical university.
Pakistan
PMA - Sindh office bearers in a joint statement said SMC has now its own identity and Sindh has got another medical university.
Pakistan
DJ Science College teachers agree to end their examination boycott
KARACHI - Teachers of D.J. Science College on persuasion of Karachi Commissioner, Roshan Ali Shaikh, have agreed to discontinue with their boycott and administer intermediate exams on college premises, designated examination center for higher secondary school exams, from Monday. Faculty members of the college, supported by other relevant staff, had communicated to the concerned authorities about their decision not to assist in examination process consequent to manhandling of their colleagues
Lal Shahbaz Qalandar annual urs to start from June 9
JAMSHORO - Chairman Shahbaz Mela Committee/Deputy Commissioner Jamshoro Agha Sohail Khan Pathan on Sunday announced that the 760th annual urs of Hazrat Lal Shahbaz Qalandar would start from June 9. On the occasion, memorable souvenir would be published by district administration Jamshoro.
Sohail has advised the researchers, intellectuals and poets to send their research works and poetry regarding the biography and services of Hazrat Lal Shahbaz Qalandar in Sindhi till June 9 so that their
Sohail has advised the researchers, intellectuals and poets to send their research works and poetry regarding the biography and services of Hazrat Lal Shahbaz Qalandar in Sindhi till June 9 so that their
Karachi University to host workshop on Canned Foods in June and July 2012
KARACHI - The Department of Microbiology, University of Karachi in collaboration with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Drug Authority and University of Idaho will hold a training workshop on Canned Foods: Principles of Thermal Process Control, Acidification and Container Closure Evaluation in June and July 2012.
According to a press release issued on Sunday goal of this workshop is to increase the technical capacity of an important segment of the Pakistan food industry of
According to a press release issued on Sunday goal of this workshop is to increase the technical capacity of an important segment of the Pakistan food industry of
Youth Environment Festival
KARACHI - The National Forum for Environment and Health (NFEH) will hold a youth environment festival on Monday, as part of World Environment Day.
The mega event is being supported by Culture, Sports and Recreation Department of Karachi Municipal Corporation (KMC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA -Sindh), said a press release issued on Sunday. During the festival painting contest and exhibition, speech and tableaux contest will be held for school students. Cash prizes, mementos and
The mega event is being supported by Culture, Sports and Recreation Department of Karachi Municipal Corporation (KMC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA -Sindh), said a press release issued on Sunday. During the festival painting contest and exhibition, speech and tableaux contest will be held for school students. Cash prizes, mementos and
Sunday, 3 June 2012
Summer art camps for children start
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan National Council of Arts (PNCA) has arranged summer art camps for children from June 4. The camps offer exciting opportunity for young minds to explore their hidden talent. The participants have been divided into two age groups - four to eight and nine to 15 years - to experience and create drawing, paintings, sculpture, singing, dancing and many other forms of visual and performing arts.
The classes will continue till August 10 with learning opportunities for budding
The classes will continue till August 10 with learning opportunities for budding
Punjab budget of 2012-13 to be announced on 9th
* Sources say total outlay set at Rs 700 billion
*Salaries, funds for Saraiki areas to be increased
LAHORE: The Punjab government is set to present fiscal budget of 2012-13 in the Punjab Assembly (PA) on Saturday.
The total amount in the budget has been increased to Rs 7oo billion against the last year’s total outlay of Rs 654.75 billion, with no new taxes this time round.
According to sources, salaries of government employees would be increased by 20 percent and pensioners too
*Salaries, funds for Saraiki areas to be increased
LAHORE: The Punjab government is set to present fiscal budget of 2012-13 in the Punjab Assembly (PA) on Saturday.
The total amount in the budget has been increased to Rs 7oo billion against the last year’s total outlay of Rs 654.75 billion, with no new taxes this time round.
According to sources, salaries of government employees would be increased by 20 percent and pensioners too
Solo show concluded by Matloob Baig
ISLAMABAD: A solo exhibition of paintings on stunning glimpses of nature by established artist Matloob Baig concluded here Sunday at Gallery 6. A collection of 25 paintings of oil on canvas was put on display entitled “Vivid Vistas” that focused on striking beauty of nature including changing seasonal beauty.
Famous for his landscapes, Matloob Baig explored the subject through the medium of art to reflect splendour of the seasons, effects of sunlight, adoration of multi-coloured lakes,
Famous for his landscapes, Matloob Baig explored the subject through the medium of art to reflect splendour of the seasons, effects of sunlight, adoration of multi-coloured lakes,
Village children display 50 paintings to raise bucks for classrooms
ISLAMABAD: Village children from under-privileged communities on Sunday displayed as many as 50 paintings to raise charity for their school ‘House of Light’. The school, EWCA-IC and Gallery 6 have arranged the exhibition, entitled “They feel deeply, they feel tenderly.”
‘House of Light’ school is located in Pind Bhegwal, about 45 minutes’ drive from Islamabad. The school was established in 2006 for children of the very poor communities by a dedicated group of people associated
‘House of Light’ school is located in Pind Bhegwal, about 45 minutes’ drive from Islamabad. The school was established in 2006 for children of the very poor communities by a dedicated group of people associated
‘Pakistan Week’ celebrations start
In a bid to revitalise the spirit of nationalism through colourful cultural activities, the Ministry of National Heritage and Integration in collaboration with Lok Virsa has launched a weeklong celebrations of ‘Pakistan Week’ on Sunday, which will continue till June 9.
The major features of the ‘Pakistan Week’ celebrations include an exhibition of cultural heritage, art and craft bazaar, folkloric song and dance performances. Adding to that, cultural evenings and
The major features of the ‘Pakistan Week’ celebrations include an exhibition of cultural heritage, art and craft bazaar, folkloric song and dance performances. Adding to that, cultural evenings and
Tuition centres, students & parents
Rawalpindi teachers whether they belong to a government or private school are either running or working in tuition centres called academies, foundations or centres.
“Nobody questions the need for such academies/centres despite the fact that their kids are left with no time for play and it is affecting their health,” says Tufail Sheikh, a child psychologist. These academies offer courses for students preparing for examinations and require an enormous amount of extra study from
“Nobody questions the need for such academies/centres despite the fact that their kids are left with no time for play and it is affecting their health,” says Tufail Sheikh, a child psychologist. These academies offer courses for students preparing for examinations and require an enormous amount of extra study from
Dr Anis Ahmed: Education is a mission
Professor Dr. Anis Ahmed is a social scientist of international repute. He is a PhD from the Temple University, Pennsylvania, USA. He has held numerous academic leadership positions both nationally and internationally. Currently he is vice chancellor of the Riphah International University, Islamabad, and has served previously as vice president of International Islamic University, Islamabad, and dean of Faculty of Human Sciences, International Islamic University, Malaysia. He is editor-in-chief
Fareha Yusuf: Teachers ‘should inculcate desire in students to learn’
ISLAMABAD: Teachers should inculcate desire to learn, build character and develop vision in students as mere making of rules and regulations and stopping them from doing this or that thing would not work, said educationist Fareha Yusuf.
She was speaking at a panel discussion on ‘Teachers as learners and change agents’ organised by the Islamabad Social Sciences Forum. Professor Ashfaq Saleem Mirza conducted the proceedings.
Fareha Yusuf said that the child of today
She was speaking at a panel discussion on ‘Teachers as learners and change agents’ organised by the Islamabad Social Sciences Forum. Professor Ashfaq Saleem Mirza conducted the proceedings.
Fareha Yusuf said that the child of today
PhD candidates for KU posts exempted
The Syndicate of the University of Karachi at a meeting decided to exempt all those candidates applying for permenant faculty positions at the university who had had PhD degress from appearing in the written tests to be conducted by the National Testing Service as part of the selection process. Such candidates would directly appear before the selection board.
All other candidates, however, would have to appear in the said test.
These decisions will be applicable from
All other candidates, however, would have to appear in the said test.
These decisions will be applicable from
University of Karachi (KU) conducts aero mycological study of Karachi environment
In a bid to revitalise the spirit of nationalism through colourful cultural activities, the Ministry of National Heritage and Integration in collaboration with Lok Virsa has launched a weeklong celebrations of ‘Pakistan Week’ on Sunday, which will continue till June 9.
The major features of the ‘Pakistan Week’ celebrations include an exhibition of cultural heritage, art and craft bazaar, folkloric song and dance performances. Adding to that, cultural evenings and
The major features of the ‘Pakistan Week’ celebrations include an exhibition of cultural heritage, art and craft bazaar, folkloric song and dance performances. Adding to that, cultural evenings and
Three-day workshop on District Health Information System (DHIS)
PESHAWAR: A three-day workshop on District Health Information System (DHIS) with the support of Directorate Health Services FATA was organized here on Saturday.
According to FATA Secretariat, the workshop was organized for Khyber Agency, FR Peshawar and FR Kohat. The participants included Doctors, Medics, paramedics who were toughly given information in different disciplines of medical care.
The participant highly appreciated the briefing and information given to them
According to FATA Secretariat, the workshop was organized for Khyber Agency, FR Peshawar and FR Kohat. The participants included Doctors, Medics, paramedics who were toughly given information in different disciplines of medical care.
The participant highly appreciated the briefing and information given to them
CM Khyber Pakhtunkhwa approves grant for Dir Festival
PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Amir Haidar Khan Hoti has approved special grant of Rs 1.540 million for Dir Sports Festival 2012.
The grant will be spent through a committee headed by the Commissioner Malakand Division so that entire events of the festival should take place in a transparent manner.
The festival will comprise Volley Ball, Karate, Para gliding Show, Radio controlled Aircraft Show, fishing and other competitions.
The festival is
The grant will be spent through a committee headed by the Commissioner Malakand Division so that entire events of the festival should take place in a transparent manner.
The festival will comprise Volley Ball, Karate, Para gliding Show, Radio controlled Aircraft Show, fishing and other competitions.
The festival is
Tobacco industry advertising tactics need to be exposed in the budget
The government has announced significant increase in taxes on tobacco products in the budget for the fiscal year 2012-13, but according to health experts, it alone cannot serve a lot on the subject of tobacco control in the country.
Health experts say that taxes must be increased manifold on tobacco products as evidence shows that price rise of 10% decreases consumption of tobacco products by up to 8% particularly in low and middle-income countries. However, they say that for an
Health experts say that taxes must be increased manifold on tobacco products as evidence shows that price rise of 10% decreases consumption of tobacco products by up to 8% particularly in low and middle-income countries. However, they say that for an
US ambassador Cameron visits Comsats
US Ambassador Cameron Munter has commended Comsats for building strong institutional linkages with American universities, including the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and North Dakota State University.
He stated this during his visit to COMSATS Institute of Information Technology. Through these institutional partnerships, Comsats has sent students and faculty to collaborate with their American counterparts at these universities, then return to Pakistan to build the
He stated this during his visit to COMSATS Institute of Information Technology. Through these institutional partnerships, Comsats has sent students and faculty to collaborate with their American counterparts at these universities, then return to Pakistan to build the
Cultural show held at Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC)
The Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) in collaboration with the Lasanians organised a cultural programme to create awareness among children about the culture of Pakistan.
MPA Raja Hanif was the guest of honour on the occasion. RAC Resident Director Waqar Ahmed was also present.
Students of the Lasanians presented the cultures of different parts of Pakistan, including Gilgit-Baltistan, in colourful dresses. They also performed tableax and regional cultural
MPA Raja Hanif was the guest of honour on the occasion. RAC Resident Director Waqar Ahmed was also present.
Students of the Lasanians presented the cultures of different parts of Pakistan, including Gilgit-Baltistan, in colourful dresses. They also performed tableax and regional cultural
Journal of Political Science which includes research papers published
LAHORE - The Government College University (GCU) Political Science Department has published the new edition of its decades-old research journal “Journal of Political Science” which includes research papers in the fields of Political Science, International Relations, International Political Economy, Current Affairs, Strategic Studies, Women Studies, Sociology, and History.
GCU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Khaleequr Rahman chaired the inaugural ceremony of the research journal, while GCU
GCU Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Khaleequr Rahman chaired the inaugural ceremony of the research journal, while GCU
Nearly 200 educators deprived of salary
RAWALPINDI – Nearly 200 teachers, appointed on the direction of government of the Punjab, have not received their salary for the last two months.
Non-payment of salary to the teachers has left them in a state of depression, whereas the scenario has revealed at large, the mismanagement of the provincial government. The teachers think their degrees are no more than mere scrap of paper, as they are not being given return for their services.
Sources said the authorities were of the view
Non-payment of salary to the teachers has left them in a state of depression, whereas the scenario has revealed at large, the mismanagement of the provincial government. The teachers think their degrees are no more than mere scrap of paper, as they are not being given return for their services.
Sources said the authorities were of the view
Doctors demanded recruitment in BPS 17
KARACHI - Pakistan Medical Association (PMA Sindh), along with its sister organisations, Sindh Doctors Welfare Association (SDWA) and People’s Doctors Forum (PDF) has demanded 5000 new jobs for doctors of Sindh in BPS 17 and another 1500 recruitment in specialist cadre. These jobs should be given through Sindh Public Service Commission, said PMA Sindh President Dr Samrina Hashmi, SDWA Convener Dr Mujtaba Memon and General Secretary of PDF, Dr Razzaq Sheikh, in a joint statement on
Teachers’ written tests through NTS
KARACHI - “Written tests for appointment of permanent faculty members will be conducted through NTS. In addition, PhD degree holders will be given an exemption from the written test and will appear directly to the selection board. However, the above decisions will be applicable from publication of the new advertisement,” these decision have been taken in a recent meeting of KU Syndicate, presided over by Prof Dr Muhammad Qaiser.During the meeting, Prof Dr Farkhanda Barke was nominated as
Sir yed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET) presents performance recognition awards
KARACHI - Sir yed University of Engineering and Technology Chancellor ZA Nizami has said the SSUET always endeavoured keep pace with the latest technological trends.“We were the first to start Biomedical Engineering at Sir Syed University and plans are afoot to introduce some more technologies in near future”, he said while speaking at the Performance Recognition Award ceremony organized by the SSUET’s Continuing Education Program (CEP).IT professional Farrukh Nizami was the main driving
(KU) Center for PCMD study to help offset asthma, allergy problems
KARACHI - Karachi University’s (KU) Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research (PCMD) Dr Panjwani, has conducted an aero mycological study to monitor and analyze airborne fungal flora of Karachi environment. This is the first research analysis conducted in Pakistan using Burkard’s 7-Day Recording Volumetric Spore Trap instrument.This study will be helpful to physicians, allergists in devising appropriate treatment and preventive methodologies for asthma and allergy patients. The study
DCO drug inspectors: Medical store sealed
On the directions of DCO drug inspectors checked 60 medical stores during last 3 days while one medical store sealed on the charge of selling expired medicines and a is case also registered. During inspections 17 medicines samples were collected and sent to laboratories for analysis. 4 cases have been referred to District Quality Control Board while 5 cases have been sent to drug court.
The
The
Condemned proposed cuts in education budget flayed condemned
LAHORE - The National Students Federation condemned the proposed cuts in education expenditure in the federal budget from 2 to 1.8 per cent of the gross domestic product (GDP).
NSF Punjab President Arfan Chaudhry demanded that Education budget should immediately be revised and set at eight per cent of the GDP. The NSF Lahore chapter on Sunday staged a sit-in in front of the Lahore Press Club to demand an immediate increase in the budget from the current allocation of Rs47
NSF Punjab President Arfan Chaudhry demanded that Education budget should immediately be revised and set at eight per cent of the GDP. The NSF Lahore chapter on Sunday staged a sit-in in front of the Lahore Press Club to demand an immediate increase in the budget from the current allocation of Rs47
Dearth of student transport turns traffic turtle in Lahore
LAHORE –Commuting within Lahore is not something people in the right frame of mind would relish. You have to contend with dilapidated roads, logic-defying speed breakers, endless traffic jams, ever-increasing VIP movement and what not. However, in recent years, a new phenomenon has made life hell for the commuters in the provincial metropolis, especially during school timings.
Because neither public nor private educational institutions seem keen on providing proper transportation
Because neither public nor private educational institutions seem keen on providing proper transportation
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296752 296780 296785 296786 296787 296788 296791 296794 296854 296868
296869 296882 296901 296934 296938 296940 296964 296971 297002 297012
297019 ---
B.com part-ii result 2011 CLEAR PART-I ONLY
| 280002 | 280019 | 280023 | 280029 | 280030 | 280039 | 280040 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 280054 | 280085 | 280087 | 280090 | 280102 | 280133 | 280138 |
| 280192 | 280201 | 280202 | 280207 | 280218 | 280241 | 280245 |
B.com part-ii result Second DIVISION SEAT NO
| SECOND DIVISION SEAT NOS | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 270002 | 270020 | 270023 | 270029 | 270030 | 270032 | 270038 |
| 270044 | 270045 | 270046 | 270051 | 270059 | 270061 | 270063 |
| 270065 | 270072 | 270074 | 270080 | 270081 | 270084 | 270090 |
| 270093 | 270108 | 270113 | 270119 | 270122 | 270127 | 270130 |
| 270136 | 270151 | 270153 | 270156 | 270163 | 270167 | 270172 |
| 270183 | 270186 | 270189 | 270192 | 270194 | 270195 | 270197 |
| 270202 | 270203 | 270207 | 270208 | 270212 | 270217 | 270221 |
| 270226 | 270228 | 270232 | 270235 | 270237 | 270238 | 270240 |
| 270251 | 270254 | 270261 | 270262 | 270265 | 270267 | 270271 |
| 270274 | 270275 | 270276 | 270278 | 270281 | 270283 | 270284 |
| 270290 | 270292 | 270293 | 270294 | 270299 | 270302 | 270304 |
| 270306 | 270307 | 270309 | 270314 | 270315 | 270322 | 270326 |
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