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 […]
Severe Fuel Shortage Stops Free Bus Service in Islamabad Govt Schools
Multiple government school buses operating in Islamabad have been forced to cease operations due to a crippling lack of funds for purchasing fuel. This sudden suspension has left students across the city facing significant hardships as they grapple with the absence of vital bus services provided by various educational institutions. The affected buses, affiliated with […]
Balochistan Has One Teacher For Every 6,700 Schools
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the United Nations (UN) agency dedicated to the welfare of children, has shed light on the dire state of public schools in Balochistan. A UNICEF delegation recently convened with the caretaker provincial education minister in Quetta to present a comprehensive overview of the education sector in the region. According […]
Hi-Tech Cheating in MDCAT Shocks Examiners
The use of advanced technology for cheating in the recent Medical and Dental Colleges Admission Test (MDCAT) has sent shockwaves through the medical community. As revelations emerge regarding the sophisticated cheating methods employed during the national exam which took place on 10 September, authorities are vowing to take action against those responsible. Over 180,000 candidates […]
Dr. Sohaib Khan Becomes First Pakistani to Successfully Test Supersonic Combustion for Hypersonic Cruise
A supersonic combustion jet engine, often referred to as a scramjet (short for “supersonic combustion ramjet”), is a type of air-breathing jet engine designed to operate at hypersonic flight speeds, typically above Mach 5 (five times the speed of sound). Supersonic combustion jet engines are part of the broader class of air-breathing engines and are […]
University of Health Sciences Introduces a New Course
In a groundbreaking move aimed at spearheading global clinical research standards, the University of Health Sciences (UHS) has unveiled an ambitious plan that promises to shape the future of medical research for research supervisors and postgraduate students alike. During the 193rd meeting of the UHS Advanced Studies and Research Board, chaired by Vice-Chancellor Prof Ahsan […]
PMDC Holds Important Meeting to Discuss MDCAT 2023
In order to review the examination process, assess the difficulty level of the question paper, address any potential issues that may have arisen during the MDCAT 2023 exam, and ensure the fairness and integrity of the examination, the President PMDC Prof. Dr. Rizwan Taj held a post-examination analysis meeting of the MDCAT 2023, which was […]
Punjab to Give Control of 1,000 Government Schools to Non-Profit Organization
The Punjab School Education Department (SED) is facing backlash as it accelerates the privatization of 350 government schools in the Rawalpindi division, despite strong opposition from teachers’ associations. This privatization endeavor encompasses all assets, including buildings, playgrounds, and laboratories, estimated to be worth billions of rupees. Once these public schools fall under private sector control, […]
Finland May Stop Offering Free Education to International Students Soon
The National Coalition Party (NCP), the party of Finland Prime Minister (PM), Petteri Orpo, has proposed that international students from outside the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) should pay the full cost of their education. The plan is to save government money that could be used to educate Finnish students. This decision […]