Chinese universities climb up leading global ranking
Chinese universities are making a “dramatic” rise up a leading university rankings table as higher education institutions in Britain and the United States face growing competition from Asia.According to the annual Times Higher Education World University Rankings published Wednesday, two Chinese universities entered the top 15 for the first time in the 20-year history of […]
British Council Announces Good News for IELTS Aspirants
In a groundbreaking development, the British Council has unveiled a transformative feature for IELTS test takers who aim to improve their scores without the need for a complete retestThe innovative feature, aptly named ‘One Skill Retake,’ offers candidates the opportunity to reattempt a single section of the IELTS test, be it listening, reading, writing, or […]
Punjab Announces Holiday for Schools Amid Pink Eye Outbreak
Due to a surge in pink eye (conjunctivitis) cases, Punjab’s interim Chief Minister, Mohsin Raza Naqvi, has announced a one-day holiday for all government and private schools in Punjab, including Lahore, on 28 September 2023. The decision aims to curb the spread of this highly contagious eye disease among students. From the following Monday, students […]
CM Sindh Orders Action Against Absent School Teachers
In a decisive move, Interim CM Sindh , Justice (retd) Maqbool Baqir, has issued orders to address the issue of long-absent teachers in government schools across the province. A crucial meeting of the school education sector was convened under the stewardship of Justice Maqbool Baqir, during which Education Minister Rana Hussain and Secretary Shireen Narejo […]
Federal Education Dept is Facing a Deficit Worth Billions
The Federal Directorate of Education is facing a budget deficit of Rs. 7 billion.This was revealed during a briefing given to the caretaker Federal Minister Madad Ali Sindhi on his visit to the Federal Directorate of Education here on Tuesday. The minister also met with DG FDE Amjad Ahmed. Federal Minister Madad Ali Sindhi said […]
Karachi University Announces Good News For Teachers
In a significant development at the Karachi University, regular faculty members have succeeded in securing a waiver for MPhil and PhD fees, marking a pivotal moment in their ongoing dispute with the administration. The decision to exempt teaching staff from these fees was announced following a series of protests and a teaching boycott orchestrated by […]
International Centre of Excellence holds its 1st Advisory Board Meeting
The International Centre of Excellence (ICE) marked a significant milestone with its first-ever Advisory Board meeting. This momentous meeting marked the coming together of our Board of Directors & alongside with esteemed Senior Management Team, featuring Dr. Graham Spickett-Jones, Dean ICE. Ms. Sumbal Manzoor, Head of Centre, & Dr. Ali Raza Nemati, Group Director HR. […]
Habib University Increases Number of Scholarships Amid Socio-Economic Challenges in the Country
In Pakistan, the impact of inequality is an undeniable reality that casts a long shadow over the nation’s social and economic fabric. The disparities in access to quality education perpetuate a cycle of inequality that hinders individual opportunities and national progress. This inequality not only limits the potential of countless individuals but also poses a […]
CDA Orders Schools to Provide Building Stability and Fire Safety Certificates
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has decided to take action against non-conforming uses of buildings for schools in the federal capital. A public notice has been issued by CDA Building Control Section, which states that such buildings have to submit Building Stability Certificate and Fire Safety Certificate. The notice also asked such schools to remove […]
Karachi University Teachers Announce Strike
The Karachi University Teachers Society (KUTS) has initiated a strike, effective today, citing severe concerns regarding administrative and financial turmoil crippling the institution. The strike, endorsed by the KUTS, is set to continue indefinitely until their grievances are addressed, as announced by KUTS Secretary Dr. Faizan-ul-Hassan Naqvi. One of the primary issues highlighted is the […]