Authorities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are thinking of closing 14 universities because of low academic standards and budgetary problems. According to sources, the Task Force Committee for Higher Education has expressed reservations regarding the way these universities are run.On July 11, the task force’s decisions will be concluded and authorized by the cabinet. The Higher instruction Commission (HEC) said earlier this year that the University of Peshawar, which was historically known for its research and instruction, was the province’s least productive public university for 2022–2023.The university’s performance score on the HEC’s assessment was a mere 10%. With scores below thirty percent,…
Author: Iqra Khan
After beginning trade on the interbank market at 278, the Pakistani rupee (PKR) strengthened versus the US dollar today.It closed the green against the greenback after remaining steady all day. During today’s session, it recorded positive gains against every other major currency. The interbank rate closed at 278/$, where it had spent the majority of the day. Today’s open market rates were rigidly set at 278 across several currency counters.The PKR lost 10 paisas versus the dollar today, although it gained 0.04 percent to settle at 278.4.Thus far this fiscal year, the rupee has strengthened by 0.03 percent. In today’s…
It is the government’s decision to prohibit individuals from selecting their license plate numbers. It is no longer possible to choose particular letter or number combinations from either the current or upcoming plate series.Plate numbers will now be assigned according to the application order. Whoever applies first receives the next available number, sort of like a queue. Both government and private automobiles must abide with this regulation.Premium plates with distinctive numbers or letters are an exception, for which consumers may have to pay more. But you can’t just ask for a premium plate. The government will make public an application…
Lei Jun, the CEO of Xiaomi, has announced the opening of a new smartphone manufacturing facility in Changping, Beijing. Known as a “dark factory,” this highly automated structure has a number of remarkable features. First off, the manufacturing runs without human involvement around-the-clock. This is made possible by highly developed machinery that works in unison to maintain output around-the-clock. The factory also has a self-regulating dust removal system, which guarantees that the fragile smartphone components are kept in an extremely clean atmosphere. With the opening of its new “black factory” in Changping, Beijing, Xiaomi is making a significant step forward…
Zong 4G is pleased to report that, in the first half of 2024, they added over 400 additional 4G sites to its network. Zong 4G’s standing as the second-largest data network in Pakistan is cemented by this noteworthy expansion. This initiative demonstrates the company’s dedication to offering dependable and widely available connectivity. Zong, which currently has 49 million users, wants to give everyone in Pakistan equal access to data. Zong 4G has completed a massive network renovation project to solve capacity issues in addition to growing its network. The business upgraded from 2T2R to the more sophisticated 8T8R technology, paying…
James Anderson, the renowned England Test cricketer, feels that achievements in the game are not significant, and he may explore becoming a coach in some way once he retires. With just 9 wickets needed in his final Test match to overtake the late Shane Warne, who stands in second place after Muttiah Muralitharan with 708 wickets in the all-time list of great bowlers, James Anderson is on the verge of greatness.The experienced cricket player answered a question from correspondent Behram Qazi on whether or not he would like to break Shane Warne’s record.”Obviously, I’d like to take nine wickets, but…
In an announcement, PSX said UDLI is being listed on the Exchange pursuant to the Scheme of Arrangement for merger/ amalgamation of First UDL Modaraba (FUDLM) with and into UDL International Limited sanctioned by the Sindh High Court vide Order dated November 02, 2023. As per the swap ratio disclosed in the scheme, the certificate holders of FUDLM have been allotted 1 share of UDLI against 1 certificate of FUDLM. The company’s shares will be traded starting tomorrow, Wednesday, on the PSX Main Board. Trades will be settled on a T+2 basis. July 12, 2024, will be the first settlement…
The tout mafia is not allowed to enter the grounds of the Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) driving license office. The purpose of this action is to improve the merit and openness of the licensing procedure. The traffic chief has firmly forbidden any suspicious person from visiting the office because of their involvement in unlawful actions linked to the driving license procedure, according to a statement released by the ITP. Known to operate out of major public service offices, the tout mafia charges exorbitant fees to citizens for various duties like as creating files, scheduling appointments, filling out paperwork, and providing…
The Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has implemented a “Pro-rata” invoicing method to guarantee 100% accurate meter readings. For the convenience of its customers,Customers are billed under the Pro-rata system on a 30-31-day cycle, as stated in a recent statement by an IESCO representative.The spokesman clarified that IESCO uses the Pro-rata system, which matches meter readings with the days of the month, to regularly check and ensure accurate meter readings. The purpose of the pro-rata charging method is to directly benefit customers. Because less electricity is consumed in the winter, there are more protected consumers; in the summer, there are…
Wang Huihua, the managing director of China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC), declared plans to greatly expand funding for transmission line, hydropower, and renewable energy projects in Pakistan. Wang reported that negotiations are in progress with the Pakistani government to get an early financial close for the $1.5 billion, 700 MW Azad Pattan hydropower project. He noted that Pakistan’s energy capacity will be further enhanced by the $1.96 billion, 884 MW Suki Kinari hydropower project, which is almost ready to go into operation.MD According to CEEC, the business is presently working on projects in Pakistan valued at over $13 billion. Out…
