Despite the rising temperatures, the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training has yet to finalize plans for summer vacations. While parents had hoped for an early commencement of summer holidays due to the sweltering heat, the ministry’s decision is still pending. Typically, schools and colleges under the Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) begin their summer break in the first week of June. Previously, in response to the scorching weather, the education ministry had instructed schools and colleges in the federal capital to reduce their operating hours. An official from the ministry mentioned that a decision regarding summer vacation will…
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The introduction of Direct To Home (DTH) service has the potential to create approximately 20,000 jobs in the private sector in Pakistan within a short period and prevent the outflow of millions of USD to India. Despite the availability of mass communication and media-related degrees in numerous reputable colleges and universities in Pakistan, the country lags behind in media innovation and job creation in the media sector. Unlike in many parts of the world where DTH serves as the direct link between broadcasters and TV audiences, Pakistan’s media landscape relies heavily on cable operators, causing inefficiencies. The implementation of DTH…
In Mumbai, the Israeli assault on the refugee camp in Rafah has stirred Bollywood actors into action. Just two days ago, the Israeli military bombed a camp in Rafah, designated as a safe zone, resulting in the tragic deaths of over 75 Palestinians and leaving dozens wounded. The bombardment ignited a devastating fire in the Rafah refugee camp, claiming the lives of numerous individuals due to severe burns. This camp accommodated a significant population of Palestinians displaced from northern Gaza. Subsequently, at least 21 Palestinians lost their lives, and many more were injured in another Israeli airstrike on a camp…
In Beijing, Pakistan and Cambodia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday regarding the formation of a joint trade committee. According to a report by Xinhua citing a press release from Cambodia’s Ministry of Commerce, the agreement was finalized in Phnom Penh between Cambodian Minister of Commerce Cham Nimul and Pakistani Ambassador to Cambodia Zaheeruddin Babar Thaheem. Nimul expressed optimism about the MoU, stating that it would significantly enhance the relationship between the two countries, particularly in terms of trade and economic cooperation. She emphasized that the establishment of a joint trade committee under this memorandum would serve as…
Paris: Wealthy nations achieved their goal of providing $100 billion in annual climate aid to developing countries for the first time in 2022, albeit two years later than initially promised, as per the OECD’s announcement on Wednesday. The delay in meeting the target has undermined confidence in climate negotiations, and the OECD report arrives amidst efforts by nations to establish a more ambitious goal by November. In 2009, developed nations committed to raising $100 billion annually by 2020 to assist low-income countries in transitioning to clean energy and addressing the escalating impacts of climate change. After more than a decade,…
The International Labour Organization (ILO) announced on Wednesday that the global unemployment rate is projected to decrease slightly to 4.9 percent in 2024 from 5.0 percent in 2023, despite ongoing inequalities in labor markets. In January, the ILO had initially anticipated a rise in unemployment to 5.2 percent, particularly in advanced economies. The adjustment is primarily attributed to lower-than-expected unemployment rates reported so far this year in China, India, and high-income countries, according to the agency. However, the decline in unemployment is expected to plateau in 2025, with the rate remaining at 4.9 percent. Global economic growth has exceeded expectations…
On Wednesday, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Belgium, the European Union, and Luxembourg, Amna Baloch, organized a virtual Katchehri for the Pakistani community residing in Belgium and Luxembourg. The Pakistan Embassy in Belgium shared on its official account that discussions were held on various matters and issues affecting the community. Additionally, the ambassador reaffirmed her commitment to providing ongoing support and assistance to community members regarding embassy-related matters.
Pakistani maestro Abrar Ul Haq has embraced the ‘Bado Badi’ trend by releasing his own rendition of the viral hit track originally performed by Chahat Fateh Ali Khan. Chahat’s amusing track ‘Bado Badi’ has gained significant traction on the internet. Released just last month, the song has already garnered an impressive 23 million views on YouTube. TikTok sensation Sid Mr. Rapper shared a video on his Instagram featuring himself and the singer. In the video, Sid requested Abrar Ul Haq to perform the immensely popular and viral song in his distinctive style. Fans are enthusiastically appreciating this rendition and eagerly…
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has ceased funding for provincially chartered universities following a substantial reduction in the federal government’s grant, slashed from 65 billion to 25 billion rupees. This decision has prompted the Federation of All Pakistan Universities Academic Staff Association (FAPUASA) and the Karachi University Teachers Society (KUTS) to schedule a protest on May 30 against the funding cut. Despite HEC’s request for 126 billion rupees for 160 universities nationwide, the federal government’s budget cut has severely limited HEC’s funding capacity. Consequently, HEC will no longer distribute funds to provinces, leaving provinces responsible for financing their universities independently.…
As per the forecast by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), Eid ul Adha is likely to be celebrated on Monday, June 17, 2024. According to the Climate Data Processing Centre of the Met Office, the crescent moon for Dhul-Hijjah is expected to appear on June 6 at 5:38 PM. The PMD stated that the moon’s age in Karachi at sunset would be 26 hours and 8 minutes, with an expected visibility duration of 72 minutes after sunset. It clarified that the moon needs to be at least 19 hours old to be visible. The official announcement of Eid ul Adha’s…