Tuesday, 12 June 2012
3,100 new teachers to be inducted in Pindi district
RAWALPINDI: The Punjab government has formally approved induction of 3,100 new female and male teachers for Rawalpindi district. These new inductions would commence from the start of the new financial year - in August and September - on contractual basis. Headmasters, OT, Primary, Middle, computer teachers, science teachers and mathematics teachers would be hired, who would most probably join their job in October. Meanwhile, Executive District Officer (Education) Zahoorul Haq has issued notice
Clay pots speak loud for their maker as exhibition attracts craft lovers at PNCA
The craft-lovers are having a treat as some 150 exquisite pottery items by Sheherezade Alam put on display at the ongoing exhibition of rare clay pots at Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), are serving them as an attraction through depiction of aesthetic tradition in the visual impact of the brilliant ceramics. The display will continue until 24th.
The show, entitled “I am vessel, I am the vessel maker, I am the clay of the vessel”, has been arranged by the National Art Gallery
The show, entitled “I am vessel, I am the vessel maker, I am the clay of the vessel”, has been arranged by the National Art Gallery
Pathology institute Rawalpindi awarded top accreditation
ISLAMABAD: Armed Forces Institute of Pathology, Rawalpindi was awarded ISO-15189 accreditation by Pakistan National Accreditation Council (PNAC), in a prestigious ceremony held at federal capital on Tuesday. Minister for Science & Technology Mir Changez Khan Jamali was the chief guest at the occasion. All six laboratories (departments) of AFIP were simultaneously accredited for this highly coveted achievement. AFIP has become the pioneer institution in the country to have satisfactorily met
Islamabad High Court (IHC) suspends removal order of OPF Girls College principal
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has suspended the removal order of OPF Girls College (Sector F-8/2) Principal Shaheena Masood issued by OPF Managing Director Iftikhar Ahmad.
Shaheena Masood was removed through an order issued late Friday notwithstanding the fact she was hired against a special post on a regular pay scale (BS-20). The ministry was reportedly annoyed over her resistance to a move to privatise the OPF academic institutions.
After hearing the case on
Shaheena Masood was removed through an order issued late Friday notwithstanding the fact she was hired against a special post on a regular pay scale (BS-20). The ministry was reportedly annoyed over her resistance to a move to privatise the OPF academic institutions.
After hearing the case on
Faisal Mushtaq: Private schooling both a rural-urban phenomenon
Private schooling and education is not just an urban elite phenomenon, but a rural-urban concept as private schools are mushrooming in all parts of Pakistan thus scaling literacy, access and bridging the quality divide, said Roots School System (RSS) Executive Director and Founder & CEO of Change-in-Education Chaudhry Faisal Mushtaq.
“This is also promoting and scaling objectives in support of Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and beyond. If Pakistan is to be destined to
“This is also promoting and scaling objectives in support of Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and beyond. If Pakistan is to be destined to
Jinnah Institute Islamabad roundtable sparks policy debate
The need of the hour is for political parties to look beyond constituency politics and to focus more on national policy concerns. This was declared Monday at a roundtable held at the Jinnah Institute and organised under a Lahore University of Management Sciences (Lums) political parties initiative, according to a press release.
In his opening remarks, Director Policy & Programs Jinnah Institute Raza Rumi stressed on the need for political parties to develop their existing
In his opening remarks, Director Policy & Programs Jinnah Institute Raza Rumi stressed on the need for political parties to develop their existing
Summer vacation in Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) institutes
Summer vacation for the students of educational institutions working under Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) will start from June 16 (Saturday).
Three months vacation will continue till August 26 to give relief to the students in scorching heat of summer.
According to the spokesman of Capital Administration and Development Division (CADD), Rafique Tahir, the holidays were approved by CADD on the proposal of Federal Directorate of Education to announce summer
Three months vacation will continue till August 26 to give relief to the students in scorching heat of summer.
According to the spokesman of Capital Administration and Development Division (CADD), Rafique Tahir, the holidays were approved by CADD on the proposal of Federal Directorate of Education to announce summer
Comsats Institute of Information Technology (CIIT) has made considerable progress in various domains, says VC
The Comsats Institute of Information Technology (CIIT) has made considerable progress in various domains like enrolment, ranking, research publications, infrastructure. CIIT has been ranked by various bodies based on different criteria over the years and it has been ranked Number 1 in category of Computer Science and Technology by HEC in 2012 on basis of Quality Assurance and Enhancement and Research.
This was shared with ‘The News’ by Registrar CIIT Prof. Dr. Izhar Hussain
This was shared with ‘The News’ by Registrar CIIT Prof. Dr. Izhar Hussain
World Labour Day held at Margalla College
Islamabad: Islamabad Model College for Girls (Postgraduate) F-7/4, organised a function on Tuesday to observe the World Labour Day, at its college auditorium, says a press release.
All teaching, non-teaching staff and students attended the function. Principal of the college Mrs. Ghazala Khalid was the chief guest on the occasion.
The function was held to pay homage to all labours in Pakistan and all over the world for their hardship and patience.
The
All teaching, non-teaching staff and students attended the function. Principal of the college Mrs. Ghazala Khalid was the chief guest on the occasion.
The function was held to pay homage to all labours in Pakistan and all over the world for their hardship and patience.
The
Inter papers postponed in view of a strike
The Board of Higher Secondary Education Karachi announced late on Tuesday night the postponement of all papers scheduled for today in view of a strike being observed by traders.
The board’s controller of the examination said that the new dates for the postponed exams would be announced later, Geo News reported.
Meanwhile, the Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Technology also announced that all its semesters exams scheduled for Wednesday (today) had been
The board’s controller of the examination said that the new dates for the postponed exams would be announced later, Geo News reported.
Meanwhile, the Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Technology also announced that all its semesters exams scheduled for Wednesday (today) had been
Art exhibition opens to a riot of colours at Grandeur
Karachi, with its profusion of art galleries, is surely an artist’s and an art lover’s paradise. Hardly a day goes by without one gallery or the other holding art shows much to the art buffs’ delight.
Just one such show was held at the Grandeur Art Gallery on Tuesday evening, with its walls adorned with 29 works of all schools of art, widely varying in style and content. However, there were some that deserve special mention.
One of these was an untitled work
Just one such show was held at the Grandeur Art Gallery on Tuesday evening, with its walls adorned with 29 works of all schools of art, widely varying in style and content. However, there were some that deserve special mention.
One of these was an untitled work
APPSMA Private schools refuse 10pc quota for poor students
All Pakistan Private Schools Management Association (APPSMA) has rejected the Punjab government’s decision to make it mandatory for private schools, charging over Rs 5,000 per month fee, to reserve 10 percent quota for poor students.
Addressing a press conference at the Lahore Press Club, APPSMA central president Adeeb Jawadani, who was flanked by representatives of various private schools, said the Punjab government should first start implementing its order at Aitchison College
Addressing a press conference at the Lahore Press Club, APPSMA central president Adeeb Jawadani, who was flanked by representatives of various private schools, said the Punjab government should first start implementing its order at Aitchison College
Female students secure top positions in Abbottabad Secondary School Certificate (SSC) exam
ABBOTTABAD: Three female students from Haripur grabbed first top three positions as the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Abbottabad announced the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) annual examination results on Tuesday.
Only 12 male students could find place in the top 20 positions. Huma Arshad of Jinnah Jamia High School and College Haripur with 985 marks got first position. Second position was grabbed by Sumbal Tariq of the same school with 983 marks while third
Only 12 male students could find place in the top 20 positions. Huma Arshad of Jinnah Jamia High School and College Haripur with 985 marks got first position. Second position was grabbed by Sumbal Tariq of the same school with 983 marks while third
Annual prize distribution ceremony held at Army Public School and College (ASC)
NOWSHERA: A colourful and graceful annual prize distribution ceremony of Army Public School and College (ASC) was held here the other day in Abdullah Jan Auditorium of Army Service Corps Centre.
According to a press release, the function was honoured by Brigadier Sajid Iqbal Jadoon, commandant Army Service Corps Centre and Chairman APS &C (ASC) as chief guest. A considerable number of military, civil officers and parents attended the ceremony.
The programme was
According to a press release, the function was honoured by Brigadier Sajid Iqbal Jadoon, commandant Army Service Corps Centre and Chairman APS &C (ASC) as chief guest. A considerable number of military, civil officers and parents attended the ceremony.
The programme was
US Consulate General diplomat inaugurates computer lab at girls’ school
LAHORE: US Consulate General Lahore’s Cultural Affairs Officer Kathryn A Kisser inaugurated a fully equipped computer lab set up at The City District Government Girls High School, Garhi Shahu, on Tuesday.
Punjab Access Coordinator Iqbal Muhammad and Sharing Life Ministry Pakistan (SLMP) Chairman Sohail Johnson were also present on the occasion.
Kathryn appreciated SLMP for its efforts and cooperation in uplifting the underprivileged sector of society.
Talking to Daily Times, Sohail
Punjab Access Coordinator Iqbal Muhammad and Sharing Life Ministry Pakistan (SLMP) Chairman Sohail Johnson were also present on the occasion.
Kathryn appreciated SLMP for its efforts and cooperation in uplifting the underprivileged sector of society.
Talking to Daily Times, Sohail
Institute of Business (IoBM) wins CIMA global business challenge finale
KARACHI: The Institute of Business Management (IoBM) on Tuesday won Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) global business challenge finale 2012 for the third consecutive year, said a release issued here on Tuesday. The team has now qualified for the global final round to be held in Sri Lanka in July. The winning team members of IoBM include Yusuf Jamil Siddiqui, Hina Rehman, Subia Shamim Shaikh and Ayena Maqbool. The press release further stated that IoBM achieved this feat as a
4-day Workshop
LAHORE - Secretary Information and Culture Punjab (ICDP), Mohyuddin Ahmed Wani has said that protection and conservation of the cultural heritage of Pakistan is the collective responsibility of the society.
He was addressing the inaugural ceremony of a 4-day workshop on safeguarding the intangible cultural heritage jointly arranged by Information and Culture Department Punjab and UNESCO.
Country Director UNESCO Dr Kzo K. Nagata and Chief Resource Person of the Workshop Prof Sajida
He was addressing the inaugural ceremony of a 4-day workshop on safeguarding the intangible cultural heritage jointly arranged by Information and Culture Department Punjab and UNESCO.
Country Director UNESCO Dr Kzo K. Nagata and Chief Resource Person of the Workshop Prof Sajida
Laptops distribution ceremony at Punjab University (PU)
Punjab University organized a ceremony for distribution of Laptops among 2100 talented evening students at the seminar hall of the Institute of Chemical Engineering and Technology. The Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism and Youth Affairs in the Punjab Rana Muhammad Arshad inaugurated the ceremony by distributing ten laptops among the deserving students.
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ILO, EU organise function to highlight cruelty of World Day Against Child Labour
ISLAMABAD - To highlight the cruelty of child labour on the occasion of World Day against Child Labour, a colourful event involving children from capital slums and youth from universities was organised by the International Labour Origination (ILO) in collaboration with European Union (EU).
The theme for this year is “Human Rights and Social Justice: Lets End Child Labour.” The Goodwill Ambassador for Orphans and Advisor for South Asian Initiatives to End Violence against Children
The theme for this year is “Human Rights and Social Justice: Lets End Child Labour.” The Goodwill Ambassador for Orphans and Advisor for South Asian Initiatives to End Violence against Children
Shahbaz orders proper printing of Holy Quran
LAHORE - Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif has said that the Holy Quran is complete code of life which encompasses all its aspects and serious action will be taken against those who print copies of the Holy Quran on substandard paper or use low-quality material.
He said that the Holy Quran is a beacon of light and following its teachings, not only a model society can be set up but also an environment of love and brotherhood can be created. He said that besides upholding sanctity of
He said that the Holy Quran is a beacon of light and following its teachings, not only a model society can be set up but also an environment of love and brotherhood can be created. He said that besides upholding sanctity of
INGO launches nationwide child protection campaign in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD - On the occasion of World Day Against Child Labour, Save the Children has launched a nationwide child protection campaign in Pakistan.
The campaign aims at creating awareness about the protection risks faced by children in the aftermath of natural or man-made disasters. A press release issued here said the campaign focuses on three major risks: child labour, child sexual abuse and early marriages. The campaign includes elements of street theatre, radio messaging media task
The campaign aims at creating awareness about the protection risks faced by children in the aftermath of natural or man-made disasters. A press release issued here said the campaign focuses on three major risks: child labour, child sexual abuse and early marriages. The campaign includes elements of street theatre, radio messaging media task
Rescue 1122 starts fire safety training for college students
RAWALPINDI - The Punjab Emergency Service, Rescue 1122, Community Safety and Training Wing Rawalpindi has started Basic Life Support (BLS) and fire safety training for college students to utilise summer vacation to benefit students in colleges.
The training has been started on the directions of Director General, Punjab Emergency Service Rescue 1122, Dr Rizwan Naseer.
The program has been launched from June 11 for different colleges of District Rawalpindi under supervision of Deeba
The training has been started on the directions of Director General, Punjab Emergency Service Rescue 1122, Dr Rizwan Naseer.
The program has been launched from June 11 for different colleges of District Rawalpindi under supervision of Deeba
Accessory vendor face tough time in summer vacations
ISLAMABAD - With the onset of summer vacations, the streets in and around schools and colleges become deserted as not just the students but the vendors also keep off the roads.
With students not around, many vendors who come to the capital from other cities for business take a month’s time off to visit their families.
Aqib Khan, accessory vendor near F-7 college said, “My hometown is in Gujer Khan, during summer and winter vacation, I go back home as we hardly get customers during
With students not around, many vendors who come to the capital from other cities for business take a month’s time off to visit their families.
Aqib Khan, accessory vendor near F-7 college said, “My hometown is in Gujer Khan, during summer and winter vacation, I go back home as we hardly get customers during
Special children stage colourful performing art show
ISLAMABAD - Children with disabilities have presented a colourful show here to share their experiences in terms of facing social attitudes towards them through expressions of performing art.
Initiative for Raising Awareness, Development and Assimilation of Handicapped (IRADAH) arranged the show entitled ‘An Evening with Persons with Disabilities’ at National Institute of Special Education (NISE).
The special children studying at the IRADAH School for Deaf Children presented a
Initiative for Raising Awareness, Development and Assimilation of Handicapped (IRADAH) arranged the show entitled ‘An Evening with Persons with Disabilities’ at National Institute of Special Education (NISE).
The special children studying at the IRADAH School for Deaf Children presented a
Jamaat-e-Islami Chief Muhammad Hussain: Criminals hold City hostage
KARACHI - Jamaat-e-Islami Chief Muhammad Hussain Mahenti on Tuesday expressed grave concern on the kidnapping and killing of Irfan, a local trader of Sher Shah scrape market. He demanded immediate arrest of the criminals. Mahenti said that the extortionists, kidnappers and killers had created a sense of insecurity in the extreme among the people and traders of the city due to which economic activities had been affected immensely. The city was put at the mercy of criminals and the people and
Website launched of Karachi Police
KARACHI - The website of the Karachi police was launched on Tuesday at the Central Police Office (CPO).Sindh Inspector General of Police Mushtaq Ahmed Shah performed the inauguration.Additional IGP Sindh, Falak Khurshid, Additional IGP Karachi, Akhtar Hussain Gorchani, and other senior officers were present on the occasion.The Karachi police’s website- www.karachipolice.gov.pk, has been in accordance with the international standard, a police spokesman said on Tuesday.He was of the view that
Death anniversary of Begum Raana Liaquat Ali
KARACHI - The 22nd death anniversary of Begum Raana Liaquat Ali Khan, the founder president of All Pakistan Women’s Association will be observed on June 13.An APWA spokesperson said here on Tuesday that Begum Raana, the wife of the Pakistan’s First Prime Minister, developed APWA from a voluntary woman workers organization to a world famous NGO. Begum Raana, once a professor of economics, advocated integrated development. To encourage female literacy, she popularized the concept ‘You
Another shutterdown in Karachi City today
KARACHI - All Karachi Tajir Ittehad gave shutterdown strike call on June 13 (today) against killings, extortion, kidnapping and insecurity to the business community.Traders have already gave 72-hour ultimatum to the authorities while the killing of trader in Sher Shah drove them to announced strike call and also demanded resignation of the Sindh chief minister. This decision was taken in traders meeting Chaired by Atiq Mir Chairman All Karachi Tajir Ittehad. Traders warned for further three
Brother of former MQM MPA shot dead in Karachi
KARACHI – Some unidentified gunmen on Tuesday killed the brother of former member provincial assembly of Muttahida Qaumi Movement here in Sher Shah Market.According to details, at least two armed culprits, riding a motorcycle, resorted to indiscriminate firing in Sher Shah Market in presence of heavy police deployment.Gunmen barged into the victim’s warehouse of iron sheets, situated close to the Jahanabad police post, and targeted both brothers and managed to flee while police deployed on
Tens of thousands March against President Vladimir Putin’s in Russia
MOSCOW: Tens of thousands of protesters chanting “Russia Will be Free” rallied in Moscow on Tuesday against President Vladimir Putin’s third term despite a police crackdown on their leaders a day earlier.
The largely youthful crowds, many wearing the movement’s symbolic white ribbons, made their way down leafy boulevards from Moscow’s central Pushkin Square as Putin warned in a speech to mark Russia’s national holiday that any upheaval would not be tolerated.
One event
The largely youthful crowds, many wearing the movement’s symbolic white ribbons, made their way down leafy boulevards from Moscow’s central Pushkin Square as Putin warned in a speech to mark Russia’s national holiday that any upheaval would not be tolerated.
One event
Apple fends off Android challenge with maps
SAN FRANCISCO: Apple said Monday it was revving up the software running its coveted gadgets, training its sights on the China market – and tossing Google Maps aside in the process.
Apple used its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) to show off upgrades to the software running iPhones, iPads, and iPod Touch devices including its own Siri-infused mapping technology and features tailored for Chinese users.
The hundreds of improvements in the iOS 6 mobile operating system due out
Apple used its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) to show off upgrades to the software running iPhones, iPads, and iPod Touch devices including its own Siri-infused mapping technology and features tailored for Chinese users.
The hundreds of improvements in the iOS 6 mobile operating system due out
Pakistani Fighter jet crashes in Balochistan, no casualties
KARACHI: A Pakistani fighter jet crashed in the south of the country Tuesday while on routine training but the pilot ejected safely and there were no casualties on the ground, an air force official said.
The French-built Mirage jet took off from the Pakistan Air Force’s Masroor Base in Karachi and crashed near the town of Uthal in southwestern Balochistan province, air force spokesman Squadron Leader Mohammad Nadeem told AFP.
Uthal is around 60 kilometres west of
The French-built Mirage jet took off from the Pakistan Air Force’s Masroor Base in Karachi and crashed near the town of Uthal in southwestern Balochistan province, air force spokesman Squadron Leader Mohammad Nadeem told AFP.
Uthal is around 60 kilometres west of
Pakistan, India defence two-day secretary-level talks conclude
RAWALPINDI: The two-day secretary-level talks between India and Pakistan concluded here on Tuesday, DawnNews reported.
The Pakistan side was led by Defence Secretary Nargis Sethi and the Indian side by her counterpart Shashikant Sharma.
The defence secretaries moreover signed a joint statement at the end of the talks.
Speaking to media representatives, the Indian defence secretary said that the two countries had made progress on the Siachen dispute.
Sharma said both sides had
The Pakistan side was led by Defence Secretary Nargis Sethi and the Indian side by her counterpart Shashikant Sharma.
The defence secretaries moreover signed a joint statement at the end of the talks.
Speaking to media representatives, the Indian defence secretary said that the two countries had made progress on the Siachen dispute.
Sharma said both sides had
Green light for world’s largest optical telescope
LONDON: A 1.1 billion-euro project to build the world’s largest optical telescope will go ahead after the European organisation overseeing it said it won backing from most of its members.
The European Extremely Large Telescope (ELT) will directly image planets outside the solar system and those orbiting other suns in so-called “habitable zones” to perhaps answer the question of whether there is life elsewhere in the universe.
It will use a mirror 39 metres in diameter that
The European Extremely Large Telescope (ELT) will directly image planets outside the solar system and those orbiting other suns in so-called “habitable zones” to perhaps answer the question of whether there is life elsewhere in the universe.
It will use a mirror 39 metres in diameter that
Suicide attack kills security guards in Peshawar-Pakistan
PESHAWAR: A suicide bomber targeted an anti-Taliban tribal elder in northwest Pakistan on Tuesday, killing two of his security guards and wounding two others, police said.
The attack took place in Bazidkhel village on the outskirts of Peshawar a day after a bomb hidden in a toy killed a mother and wounded three young children in the Nasir Bagh area on the edge of the city.
The presumed target, Muhammad Fahim, who heads a local anti-Taliban militia, was not in the vehicle at the time
The attack took place in Bazidkhel village on the outskirts of Peshawar a day after a bomb hidden in a toy killed a mother and wounded three young children in the Nasir Bagh area on the edge of the city.
The presumed target, Muhammad Fahim, who heads a local anti-Taliban militia, was not in the vehicle at the time
Faiz Ghar: First summer cultural school
LAHORE, June 11: Faiz Ghar has announced its first summer cultural school for children and youngsters on its Model Town premises.
Children and youngsters will learn guitar, keyboard, art, puppet making, yoga, dance, and Kung Fu from masters in their fields. Children will perform or display their products at the end of the
Children and youngsters will learn guitar, keyboard, art, puppet making, yoga, dance, and Kung Fu from masters in their fields. Children will perform or display their products at the end of the
Teachers to march on Islamabad on 14th
PESHAWAR, June 11: Rejecting the 20 per cent ad hoc relief announced in the federal budget, the Muttahida Mahaz Asatiza Pakistan (MMAP) has announced to move towards Islamabad and stage a sit-in outside parliament on June14 to press the government to increase the relief.
Speaking at a press conference at Peshawar Press Club on Monday, central vice-chairman of MMAP Khairullah Hawari on Monday criticised the federal government for giving only 20 per cent ad hoc relief in the budget. He claimed
Speaking at a press conference at Peshawar Press Club on Monday, central vice-chairman of MMAP Khairullah Hawari on Monday criticised the federal government for giving only 20 per cent ad hoc relief in the budget. He claimed
Female student fare well in SSC exam results
LAKKI MARWAT, June 11: The female students outshined boys by securing overall top three positions in the matriculation examination of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Bannu.
The female students of the Panel High School, Bannu, got top three positions, with Arooma Khan standing first by securing 961 marks, while Zara Mehmood and Fareha Muhit secured second and third positions by obtaining 953 and 952 marks, respectively. The three position holders belong to the science
The female students of the Panel High School, Bannu, got top three positions, with Arooma Khan standing first by securing 961 marks, while Zara Mehmood and Fareha Muhit secured second and third positions by obtaining 953 and 952 marks, respectively. The three position holders belong to the science
Ordered Probe into Students’ Suicides
PESHAWAR, June 11: Chief Secretary, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ghulam Dastagir Akhtar, has ordered probe into several incidents of suicides by students after corporal punishment by their teachers in the last few months.
The home and tribal affairs department has conveyed the orders of the chief secretary to the elementary and secondary education department and social welfare department to thoroughly probe the matter and fix the responsibility. The departments have also been asked to end the
The home and tribal affairs department has conveyed the orders of the chief secretary to the elementary and secondary education department and social welfare department to thoroughly probe the matter and fix the responsibility. The departments have also been asked to end the
Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan gets new agriculture dean
MARDAN, June 11: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Masood Kausar has appointed Professor Mukhtar Alam as dean of the faculty of agriculture of Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan for two years.
The governor is the chancellor of the university.
According to a news release issued by AWKUM here on Monday, Professor Mukhtar Alam, who belongs to Swabi district, completed his master’s and MPhil degrees from the Agricultural University of Peshawar and won an education ministry scholarship for
The governor is the chancellor of the university.
According to a news release issued by AWKUM here on Monday, Professor Mukhtar Alam, who belongs to Swabi district, completed his master’s and MPhil degrees from the Agricultural University of Peshawar and won an education ministry scholarship for
violation of court orders: Marriage hall sealed
LAHORE, June 11: The Shalimar Town municipal administration resealed on Monday a marriage hall on Wateman Road which the hall administration had opened in violation of court orders, says a press release.
The town authorities also ordered a police case against hall owner Suhail Babar who broke the seal. Babar had built the hall without getting its approval from TMA. Recently, when the authorities sealed the hall, the owner challenged the act in the Lahore High Court. Though the court did not
The town authorities also ordered a police case against hall owner Suhail Babar who broke the seal. Babar had built the hall without getting its approval from TMA. Recently, when the authorities sealed the hall, the owner challenged the act in the Lahore High Court. Though the court did not
Two exhibitions open at Alhamra Lahore
LAHORE, June 11: The Alhamra Art Centre on The Mall was a vibrant place on Monday evening, as two exhibitions opened here.
A large number of young people visited the place to see the works put on display by various artists.
An exhibition of photographs titled ‘Lens Journey Team’ was organised by Tourism Development Corporation Punjab and inaugurated by Punjab Assembly Deputy Speaker Rana Mashhood and Tourism Secretary Haroon Ahmed Khan.
The idea behind the photography exhibition
A large number of young people visited the place to see the works put on display by various artists.
An exhibition of photographs titled ‘Lens Journey Team’ was organised by Tourism Development Corporation Punjab and inaugurated by Punjab Assembly Deputy Speaker Rana Mashhood and Tourism Secretary Haroon Ahmed Khan.
The idea behind the photography exhibition
Young doctors threaten strike after failure of their talks
RAWALPINDI, June 11: After failure of their talks with the Punjab government over service structure, the young doctors here on Monday warned that they would go on a strike from June 18 if their demands were not met.
The Young Doctors Association (YDA) said the provincial government had failed to notify the service structure despite agreeing to it last year.
All outdoor patient departments in the three allied hospitals in the city will not be attended by young doctors but they would see
The Young Doctors Association (YDA) said the provincial government had failed to notify the service structure despite agreeing to it last year.
All outdoor patient departments in the three allied hospitals in the city will not be attended by young doctors but they would see
Appointments in PTV can’t be challenged: Islamabad High Court (IHC)
ISLAMABAD, June 11: Justice Riaz Ahmed Khan of Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday dismissed three identical petitions filed by the officials of Pakistan Television (PTV) against the appointments of “news managers” in the state-run media organisation from the private sectors.
After hearing both sides, the IHC judge observed that petitioners could not challenge the appointments of the respondents as PTV is a non-statutory organisation and is a service-providing body.
The petitioner
After hearing both sides, the IHC judge observed that petitioners could not challenge the appointments of the respondents as PTV is a non-statutory organisation and is a service-providing body.
The petitioner
Jamaat-i-Islami Hind chief: Indian Muslims worried over situation in Pakistan
HYDERABAD, June 11: Jamaat-i-Islami Hind chief Maulana Syed Jalaluddin Umri has said that Indian Muslims are worried about situation in Pakistan.
Addressing a reception hosted in his honour by local chapter of the JI here on Sunday evening, he emphasised the need for amicable solution of Kashmir dispute and said Indian Muslims believed war was not the best option to resolve a dispute.
He said that Pakistan, Bangladesh and India were a reality and the countries should accept each other
Addressing a reception hosted in his honour by local chapter of the JI here on Sunday evening, he emphasised the need for amicable solution of Kashmir dispute and said Indian Muslims believed war was not the best option to resolve a dispute.
He said that Pakistan, Bangladesh and India were a reality and the countries should accept each other
Teachers and students of H-9 College may get another shock
ISLAMABAD, June 11: It took over 10 years for the teachers and students of H-9 College to get Comsats management agree to vacate its hostel building in August this year.
However, before the building is handed over to the college for accommodating students, an influential person is said to be trying to take it over, it has been learnt.
Sources said the political personality had visited the hostel and informed the officials that he needed the building.
It may be recalled that in the year
However, before the building is handed over to the college for accommodating students, an influential person is said to be trying to take it over, it has been learnt.
Sources said the political personality had visited the hostel and informed the officials that he needed the building.
It may be recalled that in the year
Three varsity teachers sent to jail for two days on judicial remand
NAWABSHAH, June 11: A court has sent three teachers of the Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University (SBBU) to jail for two days on judicial remand.
Prof Daleel Khan Jatoi and lecturers Hameed Akhtar Sanjrani and Ilyas Bhutto, all in handcuffs, were produced by police before a judicial magistrate in Nawabshah on Monday.
They were arrested from the university premises on Saturday while leading a demonstration outside the vice-chancellor’s office.
The teachers, along with students, were
Prof Daleel Khan Jatoi and lecturers Hameed Akhtar Sanjrani and Ilyas Bhutto, all in handcuffs, were produced by police before a judicial magistrate in Nawabshah on Monday.
They were arrested from the university premises on Saturday while leading a demonstration outside the vice-chancellor’s office.
The teachers, along with students, were
Men’s fashion show week planned
Karachi: Dubbed as Pakistan’s first fashion week devoted entirely to designer and high street wear for men, the first phase towards the organisation of Men’s Fashion Week 2012 got under way at The Dolmen Mall on Monday with a press conference addressed by Tehmina Khaled of Take II, Rukaiya Nazir of R-Team for setup, Rampedge CEO Wasif Elahi, MFW 2012 spokesperson Munib Nawaz, stylist Khawar Riaz and others.
Speaking on the occasion, Ms Khaled said that the men’s fashion industry
Speaking on the occasion, Ms Khaled said that the men’s fashion industry
Karachi University body: MBBS, BDS results flawless
KARACHI, June 11: The committee set up by the Karachi University vice chancellor to re-evaluate the recently announced results of the MBBS and bachelor of dental surgery (BDS) has found no irregularity in the results, a university press release has said.
The committee included dean faculty of medicine Prof Dr S.M. Abbas, secretaries of board of studies of medical and dental, controller of examinations and experts from the Dow University of Health Sciences and the Ziauddin Medical
The committee included dean faculty of medicine Prof Dr S.M. Abbas, secretaries of board of studies of medical and dental, controller of examinations and experts from the Dow University of Health Sciences and the Ziauddin Medical
Alchemy opens at Canvas Gallery
Karachi: It has nothing to do with a shepherd’s dream of finding hidden treasure (as it happens in a Paulo Coelho’s novel), nor does it have anything to do with the art or science of turning ordinary metals into gold.
The word ‘Alchemy’, the title of an exhibition of the latest work by Faiza Sheikh that opened at the Canvas Gallery, implies the journey of love.
The paintings that she has put up have two distinct features: (1) colours and figures (2) text, in different languages,
The word ‘Alchemy’, the title of an exhibition of the latest work by Faiza Sheikh that opened at the Canvas Gallery, implies the journey of love.
The paintings that she has put up have two distinct features: (1) colours and figures (2) text, in different languages,
New universities, including one exclusively for women
KARACHI, June 11: An allocation of nearly Rs112 billion has been made for education in the provincial budget for the year 2012-13 which is about 20 per cent of the total budgetary outlay.
This was stated by Sindh Finance Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah while presenting the budget in the provincial assembly on Monday.
He said new universities, including one exclusively for women, were being established and campuses of the Sindh University were planned to be established in more cities and
This was stated by Sindh Finance Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah while presenting the budget in the provincial assembly on Monday.
He said new universities, including one exclusively for women, were being established and campuses of the Sindh University were planned to be established in more cities and
Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Maryland varsity sign accord
KARACHI, June 11: The Institute of Business Administration, Karachi, and Robert H. Smith School of Business, the University of Maryland, the USA, have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen the quality of executive education through faculty training programmes, customised and open enrolment facilities.
The MoU was inked by IBA Director Dr Ishrat Husain and Robert H. Smith School of Business Dean Dr G. Anand Anandalingam in Maryland early this
The MoU was inked by IBA Director Dr Ishrat Husain and Robert H. Smith School of Business Dean Dr G. Anand Anandalingam in Maryland early this
Monday, 11 June 2012
Group show of senior artists from 12th at Grandeur Gallery
karachi- A group show of senior artists will be held at Grandeur Gallery at Main Zamzama here from June 12 at 5pm. An announcement on Monday said that the work of senior artists Omar Farid, Shakeel Siddiqi, Mashkoor Raza, Wahab Jaffer, Akram S. Paul, Henri Souffay and Sadiq Hussain will be put on display.It said that the exhibition will continue till June 30 from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm.
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Edu budget 2012-13 increased
KARACHI – The Sindh government has claimed that realising the importance of education, a massive allocation of Rs111.96 billion, including ADP of Rs12.39 billion, has been proposed in Financial Year 2012-13, which indicates a surge of 50 per cent as compared to its last year’s allocation to the sectors. According to Sindh Minister for Finance, Syed Murad Ali Shah, there have been significant breakthrough in education sector which included establishment of two new universities, seven cadet
Students of Bangladeshi universities visited Punjab University
LAHORE – A twenty-member delegation of students of Bangladeshi universities visited Punjab University on Monday and met with Acting Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Liaqat Ali and senior faculty members at the Centre for Undergraduate Studies.
The delegation was led by Prof Dr Abul Khair of Botany Department of Jahangirnagar University, while students of social science department of different universities were included in the delegation.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Liaqat briefed the
The delegation was led by Prof Dr Abul Khair of Botany Department of Jahangirnagar University, while students of social science department of different universities were included in the delegation.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Liaqat briefed the
Government College University Lahore has publishes Tahqeeq Nama
LAHORE – The Government College University Lahore has published the 10th edition of its annual Urdu literary research journal ‘Tahqeeq Nama’, which is dedicated to the distinguished modern Urdu poet, NM Rashid.
The journal contains a special section that sheds light on the life and works of literary stalwart Rashid. His philosophy and his poetic craft have been presented threadbare by noted critics, including Prof Dr Tabassum Kashmiri, Prof Dr Rasheed Amjad, Prof Dr Saadat Saeed,
The journal contains a special section that sheds light on the life and works of literary stalwart Rashid. His philosophy and his poetic craft have been presented threadbare by noted critics, including Prof Dr Tabassum Kashmiri, Prof Dr Rasheed Amjad, Prof Dr Saadat Saeed,
Awareness camp on dengue in Children’s Hospital
LAHORE – The Social Welfare Department (SWD) organised a camp at Children’s Hospital on Monday to raise public awareness about dengue and necessary precautionary measures.
The officials distributed pamphlets and brochures among visitors and attendants of the patients. Secretary Social Welfare Akram Javaid and other officials highlighted the importance of cleanliness and preventive measures against dengue.
The
The officials distributed pamphlets and brochures among visitors and attendants of the patients. Secretary Social Welfare Akram Javaid and other officials highlighted the importance of cleanliness and preventive measures against dengue.
The
CNG Association calls off strike in Punjab and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa
LAHORE - The All Pakistan CNG Association (APCNGA) on Monday announced calling off its strike in Punjab and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa after the government convened a meeting with its representatives on Wednesday in the capital Islamabad.
However, the association warned that it would resume strike for an indefinite period if the government refused to budge on the issue of cess.
For almost a week, filling station owners have been protesting against the proposed cess on CNG that, according to
However, the association warned that it would resume strike for an indefinite period if the government refused to budge on the issue of cess.
For almost a week, filling station owners have been protesting against the proposed cess on CNG that, according to
IIUI purchases 3 more buses international Islamic University, Islamabad
IIUI purchases 3 more buses
Staff Report
Islamabad: International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) Vice President Prof Dr Sahibzada Sajidur Rehman on Monday handed over the keys of three newly purchased buses to the additional director transport of the university. Director Administration Khalid Mehmood Raja was also present on the occasion.
The buses aim at facilitating the students. With the addition of the three new buses, the IIUI fleet has risen to 63, which shall prove very
Staff Report
Islamabad: International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) Vice President Prof Dr Sahibzada Sajidur Rehman on Monday handed over the keys of three newly purchased buses to the additional director transport of the university. Director Administration Khalid Mehmood Raja was also present on the occasion.
The buses aim at facilitating the students. With the addition of the three new buses, the IIUI fleet has risen to 63, which shall prove very
Higher Education Commission (HEC): University of Agriculture Faisalabad UAF teachers protest denial of funds
FAISALABAD: University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) teachers on Monday staged a demonstration against the government’s recent decision of placing the Higher Education Commission (HEC) under the Ministry of Professional and Technical Education and non-release of funds for HEC.
The demonstration was called by the UAF Academic Staff Association.
The protesters held banners and placards and chanted slogans against the government decision of slashing HEC funds and thereby causing
The demonstration was called by the UAF Academic Staff Association.
The protesters held banners and placards and chanted slogans against the government decision of slashing HEC funds and thereby causing
Sindh Govt says it is pro-hari budget
KARACHI - The Sindh government has allocated Rs13.69b for the agriculture sector in the budget for Financial Year 2012-13. Compared to 2007-08 (Rs3.25b), the proposed development funding is almost 35 per cent higher.Finance Minister Murad Shah said the govt remained committed to its “pro-Hari policies” for generating employment in on-farm and off-farm activities and providing raw material for industry and exports. He added after the 2011 disaster, the govt provided a relief package of Rs2
Dire need to reprioritise Pakistan agri sectors
ISLAMABAD – Agriculture is the lynchpin of Pakistan’s economy and there is dire need to redefine and reprioritise the broader parameters of agricultural production to change the fortunes of ordinary people of the country.
This was stated by M Moazzam Ali Khan Jatoi, Minister of State for National Food Security and Research, here at a consultative workshop on ‘National Food Safety, Animal and Plant Health Regulatory Authority Bill’ on Monday where he emphasised the need for a
This was stated by M Moazzam Ali Khan Jatoi, Minister of State for National Food Security and Research, here at a consultative workshop on ‘National Food Safety, Animal and Plant Health Regulatory Authority Bill’ on Monday where he emphasised the need for a
B.Com annual exams 2012
RAWALPINDI - The Punjab University (PU) will conduct the B.Com annual 2012 examination as roll no slips has been dispatched to the candidates at the given addresses. According to schedule, the examination of B.com part one will commence from June 15 to July 5 while examination of B.com part two will be held from June 18 to July 6.
In case of any inconvenience, the candidates are advised to contact with their institutions or the Punjab University Examination Department.
The
In case of any inconvenience, the candidates are advised to contact with their institutions or the Punjab University Examination Department.
The
Study: Stem cells behind clogged arteries
ISLAMABAD – Using genetic tracing, researchers from the University of California, Berkeley, have hunt down the real culprit of vascular diseases.
The guilty party is not the smooth muscle cells within blood vessel walls, which for decades was thought to combine with cholesterol and fat that can clog arteries. Blocked vessels can eventually lead to heart attacks and strokes.
Instead, a previously unknown type of stem cell - a multi-potent vascular stem cell - is to blame, and it
The guilty party is not the smooth muscle cells within blood vessel walls, which for decades was thought to combine with cholesterol and fat that can clog arteries. Blocked vessels can eventually lead to heart attacks and strokes.
Instead, a previously unknown type of stem cell - a multi-potent vascular stem cell - is to blame, and it
Girl commits suicide on failure in matriculation exam
RAWALPINDI – A girl has committed suicide in Dhok Kala Khan after she failed in her matriculation exam.
According to details, Nazia failed in matric examination and took her life when her parents asked her to continue her education. Johnson, the father of the girl told police that he and his wife work in Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hospital and have two sons and three daughters. He was in Islamabad for a congregation when his wife informed him that his daughter had
According to details, Nazia failed in matric examination and took her life when her parents asked her to continue her education. Johnson, the father of the girl told police that he and his wife work in Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hospital and have two sons and three daughters. He was in Islamabad for a congregation when his wife informed him that his daughter had
Thousands of textbooks of the Punjab Rural Support Programme (PRSP) sale in used books market
MULTAN: Governance slippage: Attempt to sell undistributed books as pulp failsThousands of textbooks of the Punjab Rural Support Programme (PRSP) were seized by the police on Sunday after they were informed about their sale in used books market.
District Coordination Officer Zahid Akhtar Zaman has formed a committee to probe the matter.
Scrap dealer Muhammad Amir, who has a shop in Laar, a rural area some 20 kilometres from Multan, called the police on Sunday saying that a group of
District Coordination Officer Zahid Akhtar Zaman has formed a committee to probe the matter.
Scrap dealer Muhammad Amir, who has a shop in Laar, a rural area some 20 kilometres from Multan, called the police on Sunday saying that a group of
A good 8.4% increase in health sector but with no district control
KARACHI: From last year, there has been an 8.4 per cent increase in the expenditure for the health sector. Around Rs45.7 billion have been set aside, as compared to last year’s Rs32.7 billion, for health care spending.
However the increase might not mean much since this year, the province has complete control on district-level spending. Previously, the districts used to have their separate budgets, in addition to the provincial budget assigned for the health sector.
Another interesting
However the increase might not mean much since this year, the province has complete control on district-level spending. Previously, the districts used to have their separate budgets, in addition to the provincial budget assigned for the health sector.
Another interesting
education in the Sindh budget for the fiscal year 2012-201
KARACHI: With a huge increase in allocation for education, things look good for literacy in SindhIn what can be considered a great step forward for the improvement of literacy in the province, Rs111 billion has been allocated to education in the Sindh budget for the fiscal year 2012-2013 – a massive 67 per cent increase from the amount last year.
The documents for the budget for 2012-2013 show Rs12.5 billion for development in the education sector, which is an increase of Rs1.5 billion
The documents for the budget for 2012-2013 show Rs12.5 billion for development in the education sector, which is an increase of Rs1.5 billion
Clarification Lahore Grammar School,
LAHORE
Lahore Grammar School, clarifying a news item published in The News on June 5, said Shan Khusro, who had allegedly killed Hamza Elahi, was not an A Level student of its Johar Town
Lahore Grammar School, clarifying a news item published in The News on June 5, said Shan Khusro, who had allegedly killed Hamza Elahi, was not an A Level student of its Johar Town
Rawalpindi Board displays scholarship list RBISE
Rawalpindi: The Rawalpindi Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (RBISE) has displayed the list of scholarship-winning candidates at its Siddiqui Chowk branch office.
The board has also dispatched the list of candidates to the EDO Education, DEO Education offices and concerned departments and requested them to display these lists at prominent places to facilitate students. If any candidate or department has any objection on the list, he or she may contact the board till June 17,
The board has also dispatched the list of candidates to the EDO Education, DEO Education offices and concerned departments and requested them to display these lists at prominent places to facilitate students. If any candidate or department has any objection on the list, he or she may contact the board till June 17,
budget for Sindh education and literacy Sindh Finance Minister
Rs 15,400m allocated for education and literacy
By Asad Farooq
KARACHI: Sindh Finance Minister Murad Ali Shah in his budget speech at the Sindh Assembly here on Monday, announced allocation of Rs 15,400 million to the education and literacy sector in annual development programme of the province for fiscal year 2012-13.
Explaining the demarcation, he informed the floor that out of the total Rs 15,400 million educational budget, Rs 768.621 million were allocated for elementary education,
By Asad Farooq
KARACHI: Sindh Finance Minister Murad Ali Shah in his budget speech at the Sindh Assembly here on Monday, announced allocation of Rs 15,400 million to the education and literacy sector in annual development programme of the province for fiscal year 2012-13.
Explaining the demarcation, he informed the floor that out of the total Rs 15,400 million educational budget, Rs 768.621 million were allocated for elementary education,
Chief secretary orders probe into student suicide incidents to increasing trend of corporal punishment in the schools,
PESHAWAR: Chief Secretary, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa while taking serious notice of the incidents being appeared in the press about the students committing suicide due to increasing trend of corporal punishment in the schools, has directed for thorough probe in the matter and sought report to this effect in two weeks time.
An official release of the Home and Tribal Affairs Department stated that the Chief Secretary has asked the Departments of Schools and Literacy and Social Welfare in Khyber
An official release of the Home and Tribal Affairs Department stated that the Chief Secretary has asked the Departments of Schools and Literacy and Social Welfare in Khyber
Awareness Walk State shall provide free and compulsory education to all children
Govt legally bound to educate children: Participants
F.P. Report
PESHAWAR: Article 25A of Pakistan Constitution which says "The State shall provide free and compulsory education to all children of the age of five to sixteen years in such manner as may be determined by law" is not being acted upon by any government whether federal or provincial, said the participants of a 'Peace Walk' held in Peshawar on Monday.
The walk was held with the cooperation of British Consulate in Peshawar.
The
F.P. Report
PESHAWAR: Article 25A of Pakistan Constitution which says "The State shall provide free and compulsory education to all children of the age of five to sixteen years in such manner as may be determined by law" is not being acted upon by any government whether federal or provincial, said the participants of a 'Peace Walk' held in Peshawar on Monday.
The walk was held with the cooperation of British Consulate in Peshawar.
The
Mardan BISE SSC examination result 75.67 pc pass
MARDAN: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Mardan on Monday declared the results of Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination.
A total of 49,565 male and female candidates had appeared in the examination and 37, 508 were declared successful. The pass percentage was 75.67.
According to the result, Sanan Qayyum, roll number 65572 of the Peace School Nowshera, and Sajjad Ali, roll number 80081 of the Quaid-e-Azam Public School and College Zaida (Swabi) secured 969
A total of 49,565 male and female candidates had appeared in the examination and 37, 508 were declared successful. The pass percentage was 75.67.
According to the result, Sanan Qayyum, roll number 65572 of the Peace School Nowshera, and Sajjad Ali, roll number 80081 of the Quaid-e-Azam Public School and College Zaida (Swabi) secured 969
Petroleum consumption touches 13,879 mn tonnes during last nine months
ISLAMABAD: The overall consumption of petroleum products in the country has touched 13,879 million tonnes mark during last nine months as compared to 13,802 million tonnes in corresponding period of previous year.
The consumption posted a positive growth of 0.6 per cent, said a data available with this agency.
It said agriculture sector witnessed 40.8 per cent decline followed by the government sector with 20.3 per cent. Similarly, power sector and household sector had also shown negative
The consumption posted a positive growth of 0.6 per cent, said a data available with this agency.
It said agriculture sector witnessed 40.8 per cent decline followed by the government sector with 20.3 per cent. Similarly, power sector and household sector had also shown negative
New app allows sharing of mobile Internet access for free
TORONTO: Traveling and looking for Internet access? A new smartphone app allows users to share mobile Web access for free with other people nearby who have the same app.
Called Open Garden, the app forms a mesh network that enables each person connected to it to relay it to other users.
“Every smartphone is a computer and a router, so we thought it was the right time to interconnect all of these devices together to make general access more ubiquitous,” said Micha
Called Open Garden, the app forms a mesh network that enables each person connected to it to relay it to other users.
“Every smartphone is a computer and a router, so we thought it was the right time to interconnect all of these devices together to make general access more ubiquitous,” said Micha
Short reviews: The Counsel
Magazine: The Counsel
Genre: Corporate Law
Author: Misc.
Publisher: The Counsel Trust
Excerpt
“The Counsel will be a timely, educational and at times an entertaining insight into the practice and application of the Law in its various facets.”
A quarterly magazine giving a deeper look into the corporate sector, and updates on legislation and case law, The Counsel, is Pakistan’s first-ever corporate law magazine. It is focused on filling the void in the consistent coverage of legal
Iqbal: A new perspective
The book deals with the ideology of Iqbal concerning God and His attributes.
Book: Iqbal’s Concept of God
Genre: Philosophy/History
Author: Salman Raschid
Publisher: Oxford University Press (OUP)
Excerpt
“His concept of God is a finite (panentheistic) one, and is arrived at largely by a superficial and uncritical reading of western science and philosophy. The chief philosophical influences are those of Hegel, Whitehead and Bergson. There is both misunderstanding as well as
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Manto lives on
Manto was the leading Urdu short-story writer of the twentieth century.
Pakistan’s revolutionary literary icon, Saadat Hassan Manto’s 56th death anniversary was observed today (Tuesday).
Manto was the leading Urdu short-story writer of the twentieth century. He was a journalist, critic and film writer.
Manto is best known for his Urdu short stories. Some of his famous works include Bu, Khol Do, Thanda Gosht, and Toba Tek Singh. In his short life, he published 22 collections of
Karachi fashion week 2011 | 06 - 09 oct 2011
Karachi fashion week 2011, 06th to 09th October 2011 sprin and summer collection 2012 organized bu pakistan fashion council and world fashion organization, pakistan join the world fashion organization and world fashion week as an official member, with a shared corporate, social and environmental commitment within the global fashion and textile industries in pakistan
and Islamabad fashion week 1st to 4th march 2012 fall and winter collection
and Islamabad fashion week 1st to 4th march 2012 fall and winter collection
Nabila Changes: The only constant is change
Nabila’s new book is an important addition to the scant literature on Pakistani fashion
Book: Nabila Changes
Genre: Biography
Author: Amna Isani
Publisher: Loreal
Excerpt
My medium of communication is hair. And whether my own or my model’s, it has always spoken volumes about my life. Introverted, extroverted, held hostage to a desire to grow, to be free or towards rebellion. To be seen, heard, felt and taken seriously, my hair has been my silent partner.
The meaning of the name
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Seeds of terror: Lateral thinking
Seeds of Terror is so well-researched and in-depth that even veteran Afghan hands will find new and useful information in it.
At first sight, this looks like another addition to the ever-increasing number of books on Afghanistan written by yet another journalist trying to catch a late ride on the terror bandwagon. But scratch the surface of Seeds of terror and it emerges that Gretchen Peters has really done her homework. Drawing on ten years of experience in reporting on Pakistan and
The Next 100 years: Back to the future
Friedman’s counsel is sought by the world’s top corporations, analysts and government organisations.
Prediction is, by definition, an inexact science. Inherent biases, an unpredictable environment and chaos theory all conspire to turn even the most succinct analysis into utter drivel. In the hands of an amateur, the risk of things going horribly wrong is even greater.
Luckily, George Friedman is no amateur; as the founder and CEO of Stratfor, a private ‘global intelligence
Prediction is, by definition, an inexact science. Inherent biases, an unpredictable environment and chaos theory all conspire to turn even the most succinct analysis into utter drivel. In the hands of an amateur, the risk of things going horribly wrong is even greater.
Luckily, George Friedman is no amateur; as the founder and CEO of Stratfor, a private ‘global intelligence
Columbine: An ever-lasting tragedy
Not only is Columbine gripping, it also paints a vivid picture of the Colorado school shooting tragedy.
Book: Columbine
Genre: Non-Fiction
Author: Dave Cullen
Publisher: Twelve
Excerpt
All two thousand students would return safely on Monday morning, after the prom. But the following afternoon, Tuesday, April 20, 1999, twenty-four of Mr. D’s kids and faculty members would be loaded into ambulances and rushed to hospitals. Thirteen bodies would remain in the building and two more on
Chitarkari and Banyan
Book on tombstone art Launched at PNCA.
ISLAMABAD: Writer, artist and peace activist Fauzia Minallah’s interesting book on tombstone art was launched here at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) last evening with an over-enthusiastic crowd of guest speakers who left little space and time for the author and artist herself.
A mountebank was traditionally a quacks accomplice in that this ‘hawker’ would literally mount a knoll or a bank and shout and goad customers
All in the head
Is the growing digital culture among the youth turning them deaf?
One in five teenagers in America can’t hear rustles or whispers, according to a study published in August in The Journal of the American Medical Association. These teenagers exhibit what’s known as slight hearing loss, which means they often can’t make out consonants like T’s or K’s, or the plinking of raindrops. The word “talk” can sound like “aw.” The number of teenagers with hearing loss — from slight to
One in five teenagers in America can’t hear rustles or whispers, according to a study published in August in The Journal of the American Medical Association. These teenagers exhibit what’s known as slight hearing loss, which means they often can’t make out consonants like T’s or K’s, or the plinking of raindrops. The word “talk” can sound like “aw.” The number of teenagers with hearing loss — from slight to
Super size my coffee cup
Starbucks is introducing its biggest cup ever in May. PHOTO: FILE
NEW YORK: Why drink your morning coffee when you can swim in it? Starbucks will introduce its biggest drink size yet- the Trenta- a 31-ounce coffee cup size in May-just one ounce shy of McDonald’s largest size. The golden arches have become competition to the coffee chain, with the introduction of a cheaper coffee menu.
Starbucks’ new size offering will cost 50 cents more than the Venti size and hold seven more ounces
NEW YORK: Why drink your morning coffee when you can swim in it? Starbucks will introduce its biggest drink size yet- the Trenta- a 31-ounce coffee cup size in May-just one ounce shy of McDonald’s largest size. The golden arches have become competition to the coffee chain, with the introduction of a cheaper coffee menu.
Starbucks’ new size offering will cost 50 cents more than the Venti size and hold seven more ounces
Street life: Lahore’s fading splendour showcased
Photos show how city’s cultural heritage is being lost.
LAHORE: A bittersweet portrait of this city, showcasing its hidden architectural beauty as well as its grotesque civic issues, runs at the Alhamra Arts Council till January 22.
Photographer Qasim Naeem said his intention with the ‘Lahore Tilak’ exhibition was to highlight places that are not normally included in discussions of the city’s architectural or cultural marvels.
“Many places and subjects that are so close to our
LAHORE: A bittersweet portrait of this city, showcasing its hidden architectural beauty as well as its grotesque civic issues, runs at the Alhamra Arts Council till January 22.
Photographer Qasim Naeem said his intention with the ‘Lahore Tilak’ exhibition was to highlight places that are not normally included in discussions of the city’s architectural or cultural marvels.
“Many places and subjects that are so close to our
Ajoka’s theatrical tribute to Taseer
Ajoka recently staged two plays, Bullha and Dekh Tamasha Chalta Ban as a tribute to the late Governor of Punjab. PHOTO: IJAZ MAHMOOD/ EXPRESS TRIBUNE LAHORE: A rally organized by Tahaffuz Namoos-i-Risalat Mahaz to praise Mumtaz Qadri, the confessed murderer of Governor Salmaan Taseer, staged a traffic jam in Lahore on Monday. On a parallel note, two performances by Ajoka productions were dedicated to Taseer at Alhamara and received a raving applause from the audience at large.Ajoka staged two
Transit trade: Pakistan to send first consignment next month
File photo shows trucks carrying supplies from Afghanistan awaiting clearance at the Chaman. PHOTO: PPI
ISLAMABAD: The new Afghanistan-Pakistan Transit Trade Agreement will be formally implemented on February 12, when the first Pakistani truck will leave for Central Asian states carrying rice or oranges through Afghanistan.
Senior officials of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) told The Express Tribune that the implementation of the agreement will reduce smuggling and misuse of transit
ISLAMABAD: The new Afghanistan-Pakistan Transit Trade Agreement will be formally implemented on February 12, when the first Pakistani truck will leave for Central Asian states carrying rice or oranges through Afghanistan.
Senior officials of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) told The Express Tribune that the implementation of the agreement will reduce smuggling and misuse of transit
Market watch: Profit-taking emerges after four-day bullish run
KSE-100 index falls 24 points
KARACHI: After enjoying a 415-point increase in the last four sessions at the stock market, investors preferred to book profits at inflated levels on Tuesday.
The Karachi Stock Exchange benchmark 100-share index ended 0.19 per cent or 23.78 points lower at 12,658.16.
Major oil and banking stocks closed in the negative while fertiliser scrips showed mixed fortunes.
Among oil stocks, Pakistan Oilfields bore the brunt of selling pressure and fell 1.2 per cent
KARACHI: After enjoying a 415-point increase in the last four sessions at the stock market, investors preferred to book profits at inflated levels on Tuesday.
The Karachi Stock Exchange benchmark 100-share index ended 0.19 per cent or 23.78 points lower at 12,658.16.
Major oil and banking stocks closed in the negative while fertiliser scrips showed mixed fortunes.
Among oil stocks, Pakistan Oilfields bore the brunt of selling pressure and fell 1.2 per cent
Mutual funds appreciate by 12 per cent
Equity category may outperform stock index, says analyst
KARACHI: The size of the mutual funds industry appreciated 12 per cent in the last six months (July-December) to stand at Rs223 billion. The industry showed signs of recovery on the back of demand witnessed in the money market funds category as well as the equity market’s tremendous performance over the last three to four months, says InvestCap in a research note.
A mutual fund is a professionally managed collective investment
KARACHI: The size of the mutual funds industry appreciated 12 per cent in the last six months (July-December) to stand at Rs223 billion. The industry showed signs of recovery on the back of demand witnessed in the money market funds category as well as the equity market’s tremendous performance over the last three to four months, says InvestCap in a research note.
A mutual fund is a professionally managed collective investment
SSC part-ii RESULT 2012 BISE Bannu
Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education, bannu
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Pakistan
bannu:11 June Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education, bannu Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Matric exams 2012 Result to be announces on today 11 June 2012 , this was announces by the board official
BISE Bannn Board SSC Result 2012
Bannn :June 11: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Bannn here Monday announced results of the annual examination of the Secondary School
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Pakistan
bannu:11 June Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education, bannu Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Matric exams 2012 Result to be announces on today 11 June 2012 , this was announces by the board official
BISE Bannn Board SSC Result 2012
Bannn :June 11: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Bannn here Monday announced results of the annual examination of the Secondary School
Matric Result 2012 DERA ISMAIL KHAN Board
DERA ISMAIL KHAN 10 June 2012 All students are informed that the Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education, chairman DERA ISMAIL KHAN Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Matric exams 2012 Result 2012
DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) here Sunday announced results of the annual examination of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC).
The notification said that around 9,864 students, including boys and girls, in the Science Group had appeared in
DERA ISMAIL KHAN: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) here Sunday announced results of the annual examination of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC).
The notification said that around 9,864 students, including boys and girls, in the Science Group had appeared in
Egypt’s Mubarak in critical condition: security official
CAIRO: Hosni Mubarak is slipping in and out of consciousness a week after the ousted Egyptian leader was sent to prison to begin serving a life sentence, a security official says.
With rumours of the former president’s death spreading rapidly, authorities granted his wife, former first lady Suzanne Mubarak, and the couple’s two daughters-in-law special permission to visit him in Cairo’s Torah prison early Sunday.
”The former president’s health is in decline, but now it’s
With rumours of the former president’s death spreading rapidly, authorities granted his wife, former first lady Suzanne Mubarak, and the couple’s two daughters-in-law special permission to visit him in Cairo’s Torah prison early Sunday.
”The former president’s health is in decline, but now it’s
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) to provide 80,000 govt jobs
RAWALPINDI, June 10: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) would provide 80,000 government jobs in Punjab to the unemployed.
It was disclosed during a function in Rawalpindi on Sunday. “I will recommend the party chief Nawaz Sharif to give due respect to the loyal party workers while finalising the appointment of government employees in Basic Pay Scale-4 (BPS-4) and also award party tickets to them in the forthcoming election,” said Chaudhry Jaffar Iqbal, former deputy speaker National
It was disclosed during a function in Rawalpindi on Sunday. “I will recommend the party chief Nawaz Sharif to give due respect to the loyal party workers while finalising the appointment of government employees in Basic Pay Scale-4 (BPS-4) and also award party tickets to them in the forthcoming election,” said Chaudhry Jaffar Iqbal, former deputy speaker National
Kashmiris hold rally near Line of Control (LoC)
MUZAFFARABAD, June 10: Hundreds of people, mostly nationalists advocating complete independence of Kashmir, staged a demonstration along the Line of Control (LoC) in Neelum Valley on Sunday to condemn what they called steps taken from outside to “control and capture” their motherland.
Named as “Milap March” (March to Meet) the event was organised in the village of Karen, some 85 kilometres northeast from here, under the aegis of Jammu Kashmir National Liberation Conference (JKNLC),
Named as “Milap March” (March to Meet) the event was organised in the village of Karen, some 85 kilometres northeast from here, under the aegis of Jammu Kashmir National Liberation Conference (JKNLC),
CNG stations open as strike ends after successful negotiations
ISLAMABAD, June 10: The CNG sector has called off its strike after successful negotiations between the Petroleum Minister Dr Asim Hussain and the All Pakistan CNG Association (APCNGA) late Sunday evening. As a result, motorists sighed with relief that they would be getting fuel for their vehicles from Monday.
The strike was initiated against the proposed 100 per cent increase in Gas Infrastructure Development Cess for CNG, which would lead to exorbitant increase in the price of CNG for
The strike was initiated against the proposed 100 per cent increase in Gas Infrastructure Development Cess for CNG, which would lead to exorbitant increase in the price of CNG for
Plan to monitor electricity use in colleges
KARACHI, June 10: Upset by hefty electricity bills and recent disconnections, the Sindh Directorate of College Education has decided to effectively monitor the electricity use in government colleges of Karachi.
According to sources in the education department, a plan has been prepared to ensure prompt payment of electricity bills at the college level and request the principals of all colleges to take personal interest in power conservation in order to save the faculty and students from any
According to sources in the education department, a plan has been prepared to ensure prompt payment of electricity bills at the college level and request the principals of all colleges to take personal interest in power conservation in order to save the faculty and students from any
Bukhari Park rules
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The park at the corner of Khayaban-i-Ittehad and Khayaban-i-Bukhari is aptly named Bukhari Park. The park is going through some renovation work; new lights have been installed, the walkway has been refurbished, there has been a new paint job, while a new notice-board with relevant rules to follow has been put up.
One of the rules painted on the board is that bringing footballs to the park is not allowed. My two-year-old son has taken his plastic ball — a step above a beach ball —
The park at the corner of Khayaban-i-Ittehad and Khayaban-i-Bukhari is aptly named Bukhari Park. The park is going through some renovation work; new lights have been installed, the walkway has been refurbished, there has been a new paint job, while a new notice-board with relevant rules to follow has been put up.
One of the rules painted on the board is that bringing footballs to the park is not allowed. My two-year-old son has taken his plastic ball — a step above a beach ball —
Sindh government: Plan to allocate Rs11bn for health projects
KARACHI, June 10: The Sindh government has proposed an allocation of Rs11 billion for different schemes of the health sector in its annual development programme 2012-13, which is about 59 per cent more than the 2011-12 development allocations, it emerged on Saturday.
A source told Dawn that in the proposed annual development allocations for the health sector, a whopping increase of Rs40 million from Rs5 million in the current budget had been made in the nutrition sub-sector, followed by 105
A source told Dawn that in the proposed annual development allocations for the health sector, a whopping increase of Rs40 million from Rs5 million in the current budget had been made in the nutrition sub-sector, followed by 105
Zia Mohyeddin reads excerpts from his new books at the Arts Council Karachi
KARACHI, June 10: There is never a dull moment when Zia Mohyeddin is in his element. Despite the age factor, when it comes to reading out passages, that too from his own book, he can make the audience enjoy the finer points of prose without sounding stilted. This is exactly what he did on Sunday prior to the signing of his book A Carrot is a Carrot at the Arts Council Karachi.
Zia Mohyeddin began the session by reading out a few paragraphs from the chapter ‘A Carrot is a Carrot’, which
Zia Mohyeddin began the session by reading out a few paragraphs from the chapter ‘A Carrot is a Carrot’, which
‘Gang warfare’ claims five lives in Lyari
KARACHI, June 10: At least five men said to be associated with a notorious gang of drug peddlers were shot dead and their accomplice was wounded in a gun attack on Sunday in the Mauripur area, police said, linking the incident to gang warfare in Lyari.
The police believed that over a dozen men belonging to the Shiraz Comrade gang had arrived at the residence of Haji Salam alias Salamu, situated in Musharraf Colony, either to get his gang’s support for the People’s Amn Committee or to
The police believed that over a dozen men belonging to the Shiraz Comrade gang had arrived at the residence of Haji Salam alias Salamu, situated in Musharraf Colony, either to get his gang’s support for the People’s Amn Committee or to
Deliberation on agro-food Regulatory Authority body today
ISLAMABAD, June 10: A consultation on the proposed ‘National Food Safety, Animal and Plant Health Regulatory Authority’ will begin here on Monday.
The consultation will lead to an improved understanding of the requirements for an integrated sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) control system in Pakistan by the decision-makers of federal and provincial governments, agro-food industry, producers and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
The deliberation will help in making recommendations
The consultation will lead to an improved understanding of the requirements for an integrated sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) control system in Pakistan by the decision-makers of federal and provincial governments, agro-food industry, producers and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
The deliberation will help in making recommendations
Urdu publishing by Oxford University: a labyrinthine road to riches
“Being published by the Oxford University Press is rather like being married to a duchess: the honour is almost greater than the pleasure”, said G.M. Young (1882-1959), the famous English historian. Mr Young forgot to mention the royalty though being published by Oxford should also mean getting paid nicely, I am sure.
But it must sound somewhat familiar to the writers of Urdu: there is little honour and even lesser pleasure, if at all, in being published in Urdu — and one hardly gets
But it must sound somewhat familiar to the writers of Urdu: there is little honour and even lesser pleasure, if at all, in being published in Urdu — and one hardly gets
Sunday, 10 June 2012
15-year-old Student succumbs to injuries
LAHORE - A 15-year-old student who was injured because fire in a seminary expired in hospital during treatment on Sunday.
According to details, Sajjad, 15, hailing from Rajanpur, was learning the Holy Quran in a seminary adjacent with the mosque located at Korriya Stop, Walton Road, Lahore. Late on Saturday, fire caused due to an electric short circuit engulfed the room in which Sajjad was sleeping leaving him seriously injured.
He was rushed to Mayo Hospital where he breathed his
According to details, Sajjad, 15, hailing from Rajanpur, was learning the Holy Quran in a seminary adjacent with the mosque located at Korriya Stop, Walton Road, Lahore. Late on Saturday, fire caused due to an electric short circuit engulfed the room in which Sajjad was sleeping leaving him seriously injured.
He was rushed to Mayo Hospital where he breathed his
Sindh’s Rs 570 billion deficit budget 2012-13 to be presented today
KARACHI - The PPP-led Sindh government will present its fifth and final budget for next financial year 2012-13 on Monday (today), which will be full of pledges of jobs, development works and women empowerment.Sindh Finance Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah will present the budget speech in the Sindh Assembly which scheduled to meet at 4pm on June 11 (today). No new taxes would be imposed in the next budget, however it will likely to be a deficit budget. The total outlay of budget would be around
Western policies failed in Pakistan
LAHORE - Pakistan’s nuclear programme is the cheapest defence system in the world. Public assets are being given to civil and military bureaucracy promoting the elite economy.
These thoughts were shared by Punjab University Hailey College of Business and Finance Principal Prof Khawaja Amjad Saeed, Gen (r) Ziauddin and Iftikharul Haq on Sunday at TECH Society Club during a special session organised by Pakistan Visionary Forum on Federal Budget 2012-13. Engr Abdul Majeed Khan, Zubair
These thoughts were shared by Punjab University Hailey College of Business and Finance Principal Prof Khawaja Amjad Saeed, Gen (r) Ziauddin and Iftikharul Haq on Sunday at TECH Society Club during a special session organised by Pakistan Visionary Forum on Federal Budget 2012-13. Engr Abdul Majeed Khan, Zubair
Rotten commodities rule the roost at Sunday Bazaars in Lahore
LAHORE – The sale of rotten and low-quality fruits and vegetables is going unchecked at Sunday bazaars of the provincial capital, thanks to negligence of the market committees.
The poor people usually rush to the Sunday bazaars to benefit from subsidised rates of the commodities, but vendors deceive them by selling unhygienic commodities. The consumers complained that the situation of different Sunday bazaars was bad where low-quality food items were sold on roads with insufficient
The poor people usually rush to the Sunday bazaars to benefit from subsidised rates of the commodities, but vendors deceive them by selling unhygienic commodities. The consumers complained that the situation of different Sunday bazaars was bad where low-quality food items were sold on roads with insufficient
Prof Dr Hafiz: Students committing suicides due to exam stress
LAHORE - Punjab University Faculty of Education Dean Prof Dr Hafiz Muhammad Iqbal has said that increasing rate of suicide among students is because of examination stress, parental pressure and aspirations, curriculum that is beyond them and lack of teachers’ competence and effective teaching and their harsh attitude.
In an analysis Dr Iqbal said that the curriculum of various levels recently implemented in Pakistan was intellectually demanding, which most students did not comprehend.
In an analysis Dr Iqbal said that the curriculum of various levels recently implemented in Pakistan was intellectually demanding, which most students did not comprehend.
PNCA Islamabad starts three-month workshop
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) on Sunday started three-month summer music workshop for amateur and young artistes. The courses have been arranged by PNCA’s Performing Arts Department to impart basics of music education to young minds.
Meanwhile, the PNCA’s visual arts section has also started Summer Art Camps for children to offer exciting opportunity for budding artists for exploring their hidden talent. The participants have been divided into two age groups
Meanwhile, the PNCA’s visual arts section has also started Summer Art Camps for children to offer exciting opportunity for budding artists for exploring their hidden talent. The participants have been divided into two age groups
Summer art show by various artists
ISLAMABAD: The summer art show by various artists will continue to attract art lovers of twin cities till June 20 at Nomad art gallery through unique display of exquisite paintings. The show entitled “Ecology of Colour: The Song of Summer” exhibited the work of artists Ahmad Habib, Amjad Hussain, AQ Arif, Hamid Alavi, Nadeem Ahmad and Sarfaraz Musawir.
The paintings portray local architecture and the richness of our culture as a source of inspiration for the artistic endeavours of the
The paintings portray local architecture and the richness of our culture as a source of inspiration for the artistic endeavours of the
11 cell phones seized from different barracks of Adiala Jail
ISLAMABAD - At least 11 cell phones have been recovered from different barracks of Adiala Jail during a search operation carried out by Assistant Superintendent Malik Muhammad Akram, police said. Police stated that, batteries, chargers and phone SIM cards were confiscated from jail inmates in various barracks during the search operation. Police revealed the names of the prisoners whom cell phones were recovered are, Rana Inayat, Abdul Malik, Ghancha Gul, Abdul Rasheed, Aftab Bhatti, Muneer
Summer camps closed by education department, Rawalpindi
RAWALPINDI - Intense summer heat coupled with intense loadshedding has forced the administration education department, Rawalpindi to order closure of any summer camps. Disinterest of parents is another reason the summer camps have been forced to be closed for summers.
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Intense heat: Spawns sale of summer items
LAHORE – Intense heat wave coupled with long-hour loadshedding has proved a blessing in disguise for some businessmen who are fleecing the poor public with both hands in purchase of summer items, thanks to government apathy for not ending energy crisis.
People sick of heat and loadshedding have to purchase these items to cool themselves off no matter they have to spend all their savings. At the end of May, blistering temperature across the country spurred immediate demand for air
People sick of heat and loadshedding have to purchase these items to cool themselves off no matter they have to spend all their savings. At the end of May, blistering temperature across the country spurred immediate demand for air
Homoeopathic exams to start from July 11 homoeopathic medical colleges
Rawalpindi
National Council for Homoeopathy has announced that the examination for homoeopathic medical colleges will start from July 11, 2012.
The schedule was announced in the examination committee meeting held under President Doctor Mahmood ul Haq Abbasi. Chairman Examination Committee Dr Mohammad Asif Khan, Co-Chairman Dr M.B. Jawed Awan, members Dr Mohammad Irfan Wali, Dr Tassadaq Hussain, Dr Waheed Ahmed, Dr Rao Ghulam Mustafa, Dr Mazar ul Haq, Dr Jamil Akhtar Ghauri, Dr
National Council for Homoeopathy has announced that the examination for homoeopathic medical colleges will start from July 11, 2012.
The schedule was announced in the examination committee meeting held under President Doctor Mahmood ul Haq Abbasi. Chairman Examination Committee Dr Mohammad Asif Khan, Co-Chairman Dr M.B. Jawed Awan, members Dr Mohammad Irfan Wali, Dr Tassadaq Hussain, Dr Waheed Ahmed, Dr Rao Ghulam Mustafa, Dr Mazar ul Haq, Dr Jamil Akhtar Ghauri, Dr
Education must be given due priority, Preston University Chancellor Dr. Abdul Basit
Islamabad
Preston University Chancellor Dr. Abdul Basit said that education should be given the place it merits in the roster of national priorities.
In an interview with ‘The News’ here on Saturday, Dr. Abdul Basit said this is vital if Pakistan is to attain its goals for national development successfully. Looking back at history, he said only countries, which accentuated on education as a top priority component in their agendas for national development were able to see the
Preston University Chancellor Dr. Abdul Basit said that education should be given the place it merits in the roster of national priorities.
In an interview with ‘The News’ here on Saturday, Dr. Abdul Basit said this is vital if Pakistan is to attain its goals for national development successfully. Looking back at history, he said only countries, which accentuated on education as a top priority component in their agendas for national development were able to see the
USAID launches painting competition for school-going children
Islamabad: USAID has initiated a nationwide painting competition for school-going children to help begin a dialogue on how energy can be conserved, says a press release. Aimed at participants between the ages of 8 and 17 years, the competition embraces a variety of themes and styles from watercolours to oil paints and colour pencils. Both English and Urdu medium schools are targeted so that maximum number of students may be engaged and involved in energy conservation. Additional information,
Terrorism could be eliminated with light of education: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ameer Haider Khan Hoti on Sunday said the government has allocated a record amount of Rs12180 million for education sector in fiscal year 2012-13, keeping in view of its paramount importance in alleviation of poverty, elimination of terrorism and addressing the problem of unemployment.He was talking to a four-member education delegation led by Turgat Poyan Director Turkey International CGA Education Foundation, Islamabad here on Sunday. Provincial
‘Pak nuclear programme cheapest defence system’ Hailey College of Business and Finance, Punjab University,
LAHORE
PAKISTAN’S nuclear programme is the cheapest defence system in the world. Public assets are being given to civil and military bureaucracy, promoting elite economy. Western economic policies have failed in Pakistan.
These thoughts were shared by Prof Dr Khwaja Amjad Saeed, principal, Hailey College of Business and Finance, Punjab University, Gen (Retd) Ziauddin, former ISI chief and Iftikhar-ul-Haq, senior member, Privatisation Commission, at TECH Society Club during a
PAKISTAN’S nuclear programme is the cheapest defence system in the world. Public assets are being given to civil and military bureaucracy, promoting elite economy. Western economic policies have failed in Pakistan.
These thoughts were shared by Prof Dr Khwaja Amjad Saeed, principal, Hailey College of Business and Finance, Punjab University, Gen (Retd) Ziauddin, former ISI chief and Iftikhar-ul-Haq, senior member, Privatisation Commission, at TECH Society Club during a
Old students of Abbottabad college form body Old Boys Association of the Government Postgraduate College, Abbottabad,
ABBOTTABAD The Old Boys Association of the Government Postgraduate College, Abbottabad, elected its body during the first reunion of the old students.
The reunion, organised by the students from the 1970-1975 session, elected office-bearers for a two-year term with Justice Ejaz Afzal Khan as its patron-in-chief. The office-bearers have been tasked with compiling a complete directory of the students since its first batch to-date.
The college principal Prof Munsif Khan
The reunion, organised by the students from the 1970-1975 session, elected office-bearers for a two-year term with Justice Ejaz Afzal Khan as its patron-in-chief. The office-bearers have been tasked with compiling a complete directory of the students since its first batch to-date.
The college principal Prof Munsif Khan
Reform education to end students suicide Punjab University (PU), Renowned educationist and Dean Faculty of Education
LAHORE
Renowned educationist and Dean Faculty of Education at the Punjab University (PU), Prof Dr Hafiz Muhammad Iqbal, called for comprehensive reforms in the education system in the wake of recent incidences of suicides by students.
In a statement issued on Sunday, Prof Iqbal, who also specialised in cognitive/educational psychology, said the increasing rate of suicide among students was because of examination stress, parental pressure and aspirations and a curriculum that was
Renowned educationist and Dean Faculty of Education at the Punjab University (PU), Prof Dr Hafiz Muhammad Iqbal, called for comprehensive reforms in the education system in the wake of recent incidences of suicides by students.
In a statement issued on Sunday, Prof Iqbal, who also specialised in cognitive/educational psychology, said the increasing rate of suicide among students was because of examination stress, parental pressure and aspirations and a curriculum that was
No entry test fee Chief Minister on Special Education Imtiaz Shaikh
Karachi
Adviser to the Chief Minister on Special Education Imtiaz Shaikh has abolished the entry test fee of Rs500 fixed by his department for appointments in Grade 17.The adviser has asked all those candidates who deposited the pay order of Rs500 to get it back on the day of the written test, while those still applying for the posts should not send any pay
Adviser to the Chief Minister on Special Education Imtiaz Shaikh has abolished the entry test fee of Rs500 fixed by his department for appointments in Grade 17.The adviser has asked all those candidates who deposited the pay order of Rs500 to get it back on the day of the written test, while those still applying for the posts should not send any pay
Bangladeshi delegation visits University of Karachi KU
Karachi
A 20-member delegation from Bangladesh visited the University of Karachi (KU) for academic exchange of views, the KU spokesperson said on Sunday.
The delegation comprised 19 students from the University of Dhaka, the University of Chittagong, the Jahangirnagar University and the University of Rajashahi and Professor Dr Abul Khair from the Jahangirnagar University’s Department of Botany.
The visit was arranged by the Higher Education Commission,
A 20-member delegation from Bangladesh visited the University of Karachi (KU) for academic exchange of views, the KU spokesperson said on Sunday.
The delegation comprised 19 students from the University of Dhaka, the University of Chittagong, the Jahangirnagar University and the University of Rajashahi and Professor Dr Abul Khair from the Jahangirnagar University’s Department of Botany.
The visit was arranged by the Higher Education Commission,
Pakistani, Indian entrepreneurs aspire to strengthen ties with Gems and Jewellery Exhibition
Karachi
A team of 20 Indian businessmen were issued Pakistani visas in less than 36 hours’ notice, taking the visitors and the hosts by surprise, said Sanjay Kothari, leader of the Indian business delegation who came to participate in the Gems and Jewellery Exhibition from June 7 to 10 in the city.
The delegates and their Pakistani hosts where speaking at a post-exhibition press conference at the Karachi Press Club on Sunday. The delegation was invited by the Pakistan Gems and
A team of 20 Indian businessmen were issued Pakistani visas in less than 36 hours’ notice, taking the visitors and the hosts by surprise, said Sanjay Kothari, leader of the Indian business delegation who came to participate in the Gems and Jewellery Exhibition from June 7 to 10 in the city.
The delegates and their Pakistani hosts where speaking at a post-exhibition press conference at the Karachi Press Club on Sunday. The delegation was invited by the Pakistan Gems and
Students make the most of The News Education Expo on closing day wo-day education fair, organised by the Jang Group
Karachi
The closing day of The News Education Expo 2012 attracted thousands of students, teachers and parents to the Expo Centre here on Sunday.
The two-day education fair, organised by the Jang Group to facilitate students in realising their higher education dreams, focused on local universities, but many foreign universities and consultancies also participated in the annual event and got a good response.
With a grand list of more than 70 local and
The closing day of The News Education Expo 2012 attracted thousands of students, teachers and parents to the Expo Centre here on Sunday.
The two-day education fair, organised by the Jang Group to facilitate students in realising their higher education dreams, focused on local universities, but many foreign universities and consultancies also participated in the annual event and got a good response.
With a grand list of more than 70 local and
Special children need attention world. Social Welfare and Special Education Director General
Rawalpindi Special children, who are an integral part of society, need special attention to compete in the world. Social Welfare and Special Education Director General Syed Mustafain Kazmi stated this while addressing an awareness forum about special children organised by the Prime Life organisation at Bhara Kahu. Syed Mustafain Kazmi said that special persons are already playing a significant role in society and need attention to further build up their capabilities. He said society will have
Allied Schools Teachers’ Training Workshop adopting innovative teaching techniques
Islamabad
A two-day Allied Schools Teachers’ Training Workshop concluded at the Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, says a press release. Over 130 teachers from 25 branches of Allied Schools from north region attended the training. A trainers’ team of PGC headed by Sohail Ashraf, deputy head of Customer Relationship Management of Allied Schools with Khalida Hassan, head of Pre-Schools, Tahira Jabeen, Saira Khurram and Syeda Beenash conducted the training sessions. MAJU Executive Vice
A two-day Allied Schools Teachers’ Training Workshop concluded at the Mohammad Ali Jinnah University, says a press release. Over 130 teachers from 25 branches of Allied Schools from north region attended the training. A trainers’ team of PGC headed by Sohail Ashraf, deputy head of Customer Relationship Management of Allied Schools with Khalida Hassan, head of Pre-Schools, Tahira Jabeen, Saira Khurram and Syeda Beenash conducted the training sessions. MAJU Executive Vice
Higher education indicators portray bright future for women and girls in Pakistan,
Islamabad
With many indicators pointing towards vulnerabilities of women and girls in Pakistan, still there are some solid evidences that depict changing times and a bright future for them.
One such indicator is the increasing number of women in the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across the country. According to statistics collected from HEIs, the number of women in universities has risen from 196,000 in 2004-05 to 391,000 in 2009-10. The total number of students in HEIs
With many indicators pointing towards vulnerabilities of women and girls in Pakistan, still there are some solid evidences that depict changing times and a bright future for them.
One such indicator is the increasing number of women in the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across the country. According to statistics collected from HEIs, the number of women in universities has risen from 196,000 in 2004-05 to 391,000 in 2009-10. The total number of students in HEIs
24 women and child-friendly laws passed in 4 years historical achievement of the parliament and will help ensure Member National Assembly, Dr Attiya Inayatullah
Islamabad
Member National Assembly, Dr Attiya Inayatullah Sunday termed the passage of 24 women and child friendly laws during last four years as historical achievement of the parliament and will help ensure socio-economic uplift of these vulnerable segments of society.
“Women and children are most vulnerable to the disastrous effects of poverty and these legislation will help empower them to live a protected life,” she said in an interview with APP.Attiya attributed passage
Member National Assembly, Dr Attiya Inayatullah Sunday termed the passage of 24 women and child friendly laws during last four years as historical achievement of the parliament and will help ensure socio-economic uplift of these vulnerable segments of society.
“Women and children are most vulnerable to the disastrous effects of poverty and these legislation will help empower them to live a protected life,” she said in an interview with APP.Attiya attributed passage
Roots School System (RSS) Educationist has to work hard to provide quality education: Walid
Islamabad
Roots School System (RSS) Executive Director & Patron-in-Chief of Children Community Initiative (4CCI) Walid Mushtaq has said that in today’s fast paced technological era an educationist has to work hard to provide quality education.
In an interview with ‘The News,’ he said that more and more students were opting for acquiring an international qualification in Pakistan instead of going abroad. This cuts living costs and provides students with the
Roots School System (RSS) Executive Director & Patron-in-Chief of Children Community Initiative (4CCI) Walid Mushtaq has said that in today’s fast paced technological era an educationist has to work hard to provide quality education.
In an interview with ‘The News,’ he said that more and more students were opting for acquiring an international qualification in Pakistan instead of going abroad. This cuts living costs and provides students with the
Roots School System Education real investment in a child, says Khadija
Islamabad
Roots School System (DHA-1 Campus) Executive Director Khadija Mushtaq has said that education is the real investment in a child, which is not only marks oriented, but also develops a child completely.
In an exclusive interview with ‘The News’, she said, “Especially the girl child, as it is the only tool, which empowers her and helps her reason with the world. It is not the buildings and bricks which make an institution; it is the faculty members, management staff
Roots School System (DHA-1 Campus) Executive Director Khadija Mushtaq has said that education is the real investment in a child, which is not only marks oriented, but also develops a child completely.
In an exclusive interview with ‘The News’, she said, “Especially the girl child, as it is the only tool, which empowers her and helps her reason with the world. It is not the buildings and bricks which make an institution; it is the faculty members, management staff
Bounties of Health book in English launched by Fawzia Memon subject of natural food, benefits
Islamabad
‘Bounties of Health’ a book in English was launched here by Fawzia Memon on the subject of natural food, benefits against disease and healthy cooking.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Sania Nishter founder president of Heartfile said, “Nutrition is the foundation on which health rests and culinary skills the instrument through which that bedrock is founded, exploiting a synergy between the two is an art, and by that measure, this book, a
‘Bounties of Health’ a book in English was launched here by Fawzia Memon on the subject of natural food, benefits against disease and healthy cooking.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Sania Nishter founder president of Heartfile said, “Nutrition is the foundation on which health rests and culinary skills the instrument through which that bedrock is founded, exploiting a synergy between the two is an art, and by that measure, this book, a
National Accountability Bureau NAB starts handing over 80% of building to Rawalpindi Medical College Girls Hostel
The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) started handing over the Rawalpindi Medical College Girls Hostel Building to the RMC administration on Sunday evening ahead of the hearing of the case by the Supreme Court of
11% of sanctioned posts in public government high schools for girls lying vacant
11% of the sanctioned teaching positions were vacant in government girls’ high schools monitored in April with 160 positions lying unoccupied in 55 schools against the sanctioned 1,390 posts. Fafen governance monitors, who
Rawalpindi to Naran bus service starts Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC),
Rawalpindi: The Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC), with a view to promote domestic tourism in the country, launched a new bus service between Rawalpindi and Naran on Sunday which would operate on daily basis.
PTDC Managing Director Mir Shahjahan Khetran at the inauguration ceremony of the bus service said that the PTDC is not only offering special discounted tour packages to local families, students and tourist groups, but also foreign tourists. He added that to
PTDC Managing Director Mir Shahjahan Khetran at the inauguration ceremony of the bus service said that the PTDC is not only offering special discounted tour packages to local families, students and tourist groups, but also foreign tourists. He added that to
THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 3D in Cinemas June 29 2012
Peter Parker finds a clue that might help him understand why his parents disappeared when he was young. His path puts him on a collision course with Dr. Curt Connors, his father's former partner.
Director: Marc Webb
Writers: James Vanderbilt (screenplay), Alvin Sargent (screenplay), and 4 more credits »
Stars: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Rhys Ifans | See full cast and crew
I have to admit i wasn't to sold on this reboot. I thought they should have just done what the James bond
Director: Marc Webb
Writers: James Vanderbilt (screenplay), Alvin Sargent (screenplay), and 4 more credits »
Stars: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Rhys Ifans | See full cast and crew
I have to admit i wasn't to sold on this reboot. I thought they should have just done what the James bond
inter HSC karachi Science group result 2011-2012 pre-medical, Pre Engineering, computer Science Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK)
karachi board BIEK tomorrow announce H.S.C inter (Science group), pre-medical part-ii, Pre Engineering part-2 and computer Science part-ii results 2011-2012 announced BIEK KARACHI The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK) will announce results of the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Pre-Engineering part-I and Computer Science Annual Examination 2011 on Wednesday (today) at 03:00pm, said a press release issued here on Tuesday
The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi
The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi
BISE Peshawar SSC EXAM RESULT 2012
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Mardan Chairman BISE Peshawar WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 18 JUNE 2012 or 19 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Peshawar Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Result of Matric Annual Examination 2012 will commence in June 2012 Insha Allah.
http://bisep.com.pk/results/
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Peshawar Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Result of Matric Annual Examination 2012 will commence in June 2012 Insha Allah.
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Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE
BISE Swat SSC EXAM RESULT 2012
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Mardan Dr.Himayatullah
Khan Chairman BISE Swat WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 12 JUNE 2012 or Monday,11 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Swat Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Welcome to BISE Saidu Sharif, Swat.
http://www.bisess.edu.pk/onlineresult.php
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Swat, bise
Khan Chairman BISE Swat WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 12 JUNE 2012 or Monday,11 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Swat Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Welcome to BISE Saidu Sharif, Swat.
http://www.bisess.edu.pk/onlineresult.php
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Swat, bise
BISE Swat SSC EXAM RESULT 2012
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Mardan Dr.Himayatullah
Khan Chairman BISE Swat WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 12 JUNE 2012 or Monday,11 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Swat Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Welcome to BISE Saidu Sharif, Swat.
http://www.bisess.edu.pk/onlineresult.php
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Swat, bise
Khan Chairman BISE Swat WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 12 JUNE 2012 or Monday,11 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Swat Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Welcome to BISE Saidu Sharif, Swat.
http://www.bisess.edu.pk/onlineresult.php
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Swat, bise
BISE abbottabad SSC EXAM RESULT 2012
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Mardan Dr.Himayatullah
Khan Chairman BISE abbottabad WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 18 JUNE 2012 or 19 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) abbottabad Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Abbottabad, bise Abbottabad 10 class result 2012, bise Abbottabad matric result
Khan Chairman BISE abbottabad WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 18 JUNE 2012 or 19 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) abbottabad Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Abbottabad, bise Abbottabad 10 class result 2012, bise Abbottabad matric result
BISE abbottabad SSC EXAM RESULT 2012
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Mardan Dr.Himayatullah
Khan Chairman BISE abbottabad WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 18 JUNE 2012 or 19 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) abbottabad Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Abbottabad, bise Abbottabad 10 class result 2012, bise Abbottabad matric result
Khan Chairman BISE abbottabad WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 18 JUNE 2012 or 19 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) abbottabad Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Abbottabad, bise Abbottabad 10 class result 2012, bise Abbottabad matric result
BISE Kohat SSC EXAM RESULT 2012
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Mardan Dr.Himayatullah
Khan Chairman BISE Kohat WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 12 JUNE 2012 or Monday,11 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Kohat Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Kohat, bise Kohat 10 class result 2012, bise Kohat matric result 2012, bise Kohat result
Khan Chairman BISE Kohat WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 12 JUNE 2012 or Monday,11 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Kohat Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Kohat, bise Kohat 10 class result 2012, bise Kohat matric result 2012, bise Kohat result
BISE Mardan SSC EXAM RESULT 2012
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Mardan Dr.Himayatullah
Khan Chairman BISE Mardan WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 12 JUNE 2012 or Monday,11 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Mardan Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Mardan, bise Mardan 10 class result 2012, bise Mardan matric result 2012, bise Mardan
Khan Chairman BISE Mardan WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 12 JUNE 2012 or Monday,11 June 2012
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Mardan Tuesday announced the results of Secondary School Certificate examination (SSC) candidates were declared successful.
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, BISE Mardan, bise Mardan 10 class result 2012, bise Mardan matric result 2012, bise Mardan
Saturday, 9 June 2012
‘Anonymous’ hackers to protest Indian Internet laws Anonymous India group of hackers wear Guy Fawkes masks
Protesters from the Anonymous India group of hackers wear Guy Fawkes masks as they protest against laws they say gives the government control over censorship of internet usage in Mumbai, June 9, 2012. Anonymous India is associated with the international hacker group Anonymous whose previous targets have included high profile targets. – Photo by Reuters
NEW DELHI: Global hacking movement Anonymous has called for protesters to take to the streets in 16 cities around India on Saturday over
NEW DELHI: Global hacking movement Anonymous has called for protesters to take to the streets in 16 cities around India on Saturday over
X-Square: Clap, clap, clap! No, seriously. Nothing short
Just stand up and applaud. No, seriously. Nothing short of a standing ovation would do. Despite all the massive problems being faced by the country — from Gayari up north to Lyari down south — Pakistan has registered a rise in the literacy rate. The naysayer will always talk of fudged data and such other things, but don’t pay much attention to the lot; just bask in the glory of the moment. A full one per cent — repeat, ONE per cent — hike is almost miraculous in scale and
Sci-tech The wondrous world of science Historic transatlantic electric flight Scanner for vegetable consumption
Historic transatlantic electric flight
Making transatlantic flights in novel ways has held a fascination of its own since Charles Lindbergh made his historic flight on the Spirit of St. Louis, setting a world record in May 1927. Now another world record holder, Chip Yates, is planning to fly the first all-electric aircraft some 3,600 miles across the Atlantic on the same route that Charles Lindbergh took. Chip Yates holds the current world record for the world’s fastest electric motorcycle.
Making transatlantic flights in novel ways has held a fascination of its own since Charles Lindbergh made his historic flight on the Spirit of St. Louis, setting a world record in May 1927. Now another world record holder, Chip Yates, is planning to fly the first all-electric aircraft some 3,600 miles across the Atlantic on the same route that Charles Lindbergh took. Chip Yates holds the current world record for the world’s fastest electric motorcycle.
Language: The case for Urdu case for English being the mainstay of Pakistanis
We agree to disagree as Muhammad Ilyas Khan always has a case for English being the mainstay of Pakistanis if they wish to get away from the cobwebs of what he terms the ‘ideologues’ who wish to remain unprogressive and static. For them, he points to an article by Gwynne Dyer “The triumph of English”, published in Dawn, last month (May 24), as an eye-opener. The writer argues for the extensive use of English language the world over and makes her case by saying that even though the
Fairness creams and Whitening creams have nothing fair for skin
Whitening creams have been commented on plenty. They are dangerous, they do not work, they represent a superficial desire to get ‘gora’ – but their popularity does not seem to be going down.
Take Gulnaz Bibi. At 28 years of age, the desire to become fairer has never left her. So when she saw an ad that seemed more legitimate than the rest, she went for it.
“I was very happy when the claims of the TV ad came true and within five days my complexion was a lot fairer. Everyone started
Take Gulnaz Bibi. At 28 years of age, the desire to become fairer has never left her. So when she saw an ad that seemed more legitimate than the rest, she went for it.
“I was very happy when the claims of the TV ad came true and within five days my complexion was a lot fairer. Everyone started
Exam centre for girls Cash, cellphones go missing after paper Intermediate exam at Govt Degree College for Women Wah Cantt centre
TAXILA, June 9: Scores of female students appearing in the Intermediate exam at Govt Degree College for Women Wah Cantt centre were deprived of their belongings including cash and cell phones on Friday.
The affected students told newsmen here on Saturday that at the beginning of the paper, they handed over their bags and purses to the incharge of the centre. They complained, however, that when they got these bags back after the paper, their cell phones as well as cash had gone.
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The affected students told newsmen here on Saturday that at the beginning of the paper, they handed over their bags and purses to the incharge of the centre. They complained, however, that when they got these bags back after the paper, their cell phones as well as cash had gone.
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Bone of contention still exists Normalcy returns to Quaid-i-Azam University QAU amid fears
ISLAMABAD, June 9: Although the restoration of 11 expelled students seems to have buried the hatchet between the management of Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU) and its students, the real issues that proved a bone of contention are still to be resolved.
Among them are behavioral issues and faculty member are of the view that both students and the management should understand their responsibility and behave to avoid any such incident in future.
A faculty member of QAU said: “We cannot
Among them are behavioral issues and faculty member are of the view that both students and the management should understand their responsibility and behave to avoid any such incident in future.
A faculty member of QAU said: “We cannot
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to set up university for doctors, nurses planned to establish University of Allied Medical Sciences (UAMS),
PESHAWAR, June 9: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has planned to establish University of Allied Medical Sciences (UAMS), the first of its kind in the province, to provide post-graduation education to doctors, nurses and paramedics in different disciplines of medical sciences, according to the relevant officials.
The officials have told Dawn that the concept paper on the UAMS establishment is likely to be dispatched to the chief minister next week after approval by the health
The officials have told Dawn that the concept paper on the UAMS establishment is likely to be dispatched to the chief minister next week after approval by the health
Vice-chancellors warn: No salaries, no studies all Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Universities
PESHAWAR, June 9: Public sector universities will not be able to run its affairs let alone pay the proposed 20 per cent increase in salaries and pension if the government does not come to their rescue and provide money, vice-chancellors have warned.
They expressed concern over non-provision of funds by the government and warned that it was becoming increasingly difficult for them to run the affairs of their universities due to paucity of resources.
Implementing the proposed 20 per cent
They expressed concern over non-provision of funds by the government and warned that it was becoming increasingly difficult for them to run the affairs of their universities due to paucity of resources.
Implementing the proposed 20 per cent
Police baton-charge teachers, students inside haheed Benazir Bhutto University (SBBU)
Police baton-charge teachers, students inside varsity NAWABSHAH, June 9: A number of teachers including women and students were injured in police baton charge inside the Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University (SBBU) on Saturday while few were arrested and quite many nominated in an FIR.
Professors, lecturers and students were baton-charged by police when they were protesting the termination of Registrar Kehar Khoso and Lecturer Anwar Mansoor Mangrio outside the VC office.
Police, it was
Professors, lecturers and students were baton-charged by police when they were protesting the termination of Registrar Kehar Khoso and Lecturer Anwar Mansoor Mangrio outside the VC office.
Police, it was
Book signing by Zia Mohyeddin today at the Arts Council Karachi
KARACHI, June 9 The signing of Zia Mohyeddin’s book A carrot is a carrot will be held at 12.30pm at the Arts Council Karachi on Sunday. Mr Mohyeddin will also read excerpts from the
Karachi Police FM radio to start working soon fter permission from Pakistan Electronic Medical Regulatory Authority (PEMRA)
Police FM radio to start working soon
Karachi: Police FM radio would start working soon after permission from Pakistan Electronic Medical Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) and allotment of frequency by Frequency Allotment Board (FAB), while necessary arrangements for this police radio stations are being carried out, a meeting here Saturday was told.
The meeting presided over by Inspector General Police (IGP) Sindh Mushtaq Ahmed Shah was told that the proposed FM radio would provide quick
Karachi: Police FM radio would start working soon after permission from Pakistan Electronic Medical Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) and allotment of frequency by Frequency Allotment Board (FAB), while necessary arrangements for this police radio stations are being carried out, a meeting here Saturday was told.
The meeting presided over by Inspector General Police (IGP) Sindh Mushtaq Ahmed Shah was told that the proposed FM radio would provide quick
Government schools in Rawalpindi Schools as female parks
Schools as female parks
RAWALPINDI: Government schools in Rawalpindi will be used as ladies parks in the evening. In this regard a notification has been issued by district coordinating officer. The order was passed in response to a district government call to use the schools as socialising centres. Women can use the schools for walk. To attract women to the project, the district government would contact women MPs as role models.
RAWALPINDI: Government schools in Rawalpindi will be used as ladies parks in the evening. In this regard a notification has been issued by district coordinating officer. The order was passed in response to a district government call to use the schools as socialising centres. Women can use the schools for walk. To attract women to the project, the district government would contact women MPs as role models.
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