Islamabad: The Pakistan Institute of Education (PIE) recently convened its inaugural Research Advisory Group (RAG) meeting, marking a significant step in shaping the nation’s educational research agenda. Comprised of leading educationists, researchers, and stakeholders, the RAG aims to steer PIE towards becoming the country’s foremost public sector think tank, offering strategic guidance in education policy formulation and positioning itself as a key influencer in the field. Senior Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, Sohil Akhtar, emphasized the importance of the consultative session, which focused on identifying priority research areas using PIE’s foundational reports, such as…
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Najlah Imad, a survivor of a devastating car bomb attack in Iraq, is now setting her sights on gold at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, despite losing three limbs in the tragic incident. Discovering her passion for table tennis at the age of 10, Najlah’s journey has been one of resilience and determination. Despite initial skepticism from her family, she persevered, inspired by the positive energy of fellow athletes with disabilities. After six months of intensive training, Najlah made her debut in a local tournament, emerging victorious and igniting her passion for the sport. Since then, she has competed…
Islamabad: Romina Khurshid Alam, the Coordinator to the Pakistani Prime Minister on climate change and environmental coordination, emphasized the correlation between rising temperatures in global mountainous regions, including Pakistan, and the consequent shifts in seasonal weather patterns, glacier melting, and permafrost thawing. During a meeting chaired by Alam, the Pakistani Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination disclosed that diminishing water flows, affecting industrial, household, and agricultural needs, are a growing concern in Pakistan. Alam emphasized the necessity for global cooperation in addressing the challenges posed by rapidly melting glaciers, stressing that mitigating ecosystem loss and safeguarding livelihoods requires collective…
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar emphasized the need for Islamabad and Beijing to finalize the procedures for allowing other nations to participate in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), as Pakistan seeks to attract foreign investment into the country. Dar, who also serves as Pakistan’s foreign minister, made these remarks during a joint press briefing with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, in Beijing. His visit to China, spanning four days, coincides with Pakistan’s transition into the second phase of CPEC, a project in which China has pledged a massive investment of $65 billion. The CPEC project unfolds in several phases, each…
According to high-level sources, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed growing concern regarding the escalating financial deficits of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), urging immediate action from the federal government. Negotiations between the IMF and the Ministry of Finance continue at a policy level, with the IMF expressing dissatisfaction with the performance of government-operated institutions. The IMF has emphasized the necessity for urgent measures to privatize these financially struggling entities and has requested a comprehensive and current assessment of their financial status. In response, officials from the Finance Ministry have assured the IMF of delivering the requested report within a span…
JS Bank, recognized as one of the country’s fastest-growing banks, has joined forces with Euronet Pakistan, a division of Euronet Worldwide renowned for its global payment processing and transaction services. Together, they aim to elevate JS Bank’s Debit Card Management and ATM driving services. This partnership will empower JS Bank to efficiently oversee its credit and debit card portfolio while delivering enhanced services to its clientele, leveraging Euronet’s robust payment processing technology infrastructure. By consolidating card services through a single partner, the Bank anticipates operational streamlining and heightened effectiveness. Under this agreement, Euronet Pakistan will leverage its advanced technological framework…
The cost of petrol in Pakistan has undergone a significant decrease, dropping by Rs. 15.39 per liter. This adjustment brings the new price to Rs. 273.10, down from the previous Rs. 288.49. Concurrently, the price of diesel has been revised to Rs. 274.08 from its previous rate of Rs. 290.38. These revised prices will take effect from May 16, 2024. This reduction can be attributed to several factors including a decline in the international crude oil rates, the stability of the Pakistani Rupee against the US Dollar, and the overall stable economic conditions within the country. Such developments are particularly…
Last month, Elon Musk virtually terminated nearly all employees in Tesla’s electric-vehicle charging division. The day before this mass termination, charging chief Rebecca Tinucci met with Musk to discuss the network’s future, according to statements from four former charging. Two weeks prior to this meeting, Tinucci had already laid off around 15% to 20% of the staff as part of broader layoffs. Despite these reductions, the team anticipated Musk would confirm plans for a significant expansion of the charging network. However, the meeting did not unfold as expected. Musk was reportedly dissatisfied with Tinucci’s presentation and demanded further layoffs. When…
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has requested the monthly schedule for the five-year education reform plan, as reported on Wednesday. Presiding over a special meeting on school education reforms, the Chief Minister focused on reviewing the Public School Reorganization Programme. During the session, the Secretary of School Education provided updates on the School New Trash Project. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz gave approval for providing 32,298 computer tablets to primary school heads. The meeting also reached an agreement to establish STEM IT and Science Labs in 1,000 elementary schools. It was briefed that the Asian Development Bank will provide financial assistance of…
On Wednesday, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the appointment of David Reid, hailing from Australia, as the mental performance coach for the national team in preparation for the T20 World Cup. According to the PCB, the management team for the T20 World Cup will include a mental performance coach. David Reid, a well-known expert in mental health from Australia, has previously collaborated with the IPL team Chennai Super Kings, the Big Bash League team Melbourne Stars, and Australian Olympic athletes. Reid is recognized for his ability to guide athletes in maintaining focus on their goals. The Australian mental health…
