The O Level and A Level examinations, conducted by Cambridge Assessment International Education, are scheduled to commence on April 25. The examination session will extend until June 13. Approximately, 100,000 students from various regions of Pakistan will take part in the May/June 2024 examination session. More than 40,000 candidates from Karachi will appear for the Cambridge exams, with an additional 15,000 appearing as private candidates from different parts of the nation. Notably, an estimated 6,000 students from Karachi have opted to take the Cambridge exams independently. To facilitate the smooth conduct of examinations, a network of nearly 100 examination centers…
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To address workforce shortages, the New Zealand government has introduced a new initiative allowing overseas secondary school teachers to apply for residency from abroad, without the need for prior work experience in the country. This move comes as a welcome relief for many educators around the globe, especially those specializing in subjects like Science, Technology, and Mathematics, where shortages have been particularly acute. Under the new Straight to Residence pathway, eligible overseas secondary school teachers can fast-track their journey to residency, bypassing the traditional requirement of gaining work experience within New Zealand first. How to Apply for New Zealand Residency…
Government primary schools in Sindh have been upgraded to the status of elementary schools, as per a decision made during a meeting chaired by the Sindh Education Minister. This move comes after a review of the performance of the Sindh Education Foundation. The meeting decided to elevate the status of government primary schools to that of elementary schools, with a dedicated strategy in the works. The Education Minister announced a phased approach to upgrade primary schools to decrease drop-out rates. Furthermore, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto has tasked the minister with a special mission to minimize the number of students leaving…
Bahria Town – Bahria Town Karachi is the only private real estate sector that has introduced the Synthetic Natural Gas (SNG) plant, marking a significant leap forward in sustainable gas supply solutions in the face of energy crisis. The pioneering SNG plant, with a capacity of 70 MMBTU/HR, is set to provide uninterrupted gas supply to thousands of households scaling up to accommodate the needs of up to 10,000 houses in the initial phase. Amid the prevailing challenges of gas shortages faced by Pakistan, Bahria Town Karachi’s SNG plant takes center stage as a beacon of innovation and reliability in…
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The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Chairman Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed offered a detailed insight into the ongoing financial support for universities in Sindh. Addressing concerns about the continuation of grants, Dr. Ahmed reassured stakeholders that the flow of funds to Sindh’s educational institutions would persist beyond the speculated deadline of June 1. Dr. Ahmed shed light on the historical context surrounding the proposed suspension of grants to provincial universities, revealing that the notion had emerged during the tenure of former federal education secretary Waseem Ajmal. However, he clarified that this proposition remained at the preliminary stage and did not progress further.…
The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training is gearing up to roll out the National Nutrition Programme in Islamabad, marking a significant step towards advancing child education and healthcare initiatives. Scheduled to commence on May 1, the programme is the result of directives issued by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, underscoring the high-level commitment to addressing crucial socio-economic issues affecting children’s development. Spearheaded in collaboration with the esteemed Allah Wala Trust, the National Nutrition Programme is poised to make a significant impact by addressing the nutritional needs of students enrolled in government primary schools throughout Islamabad. Education Secretary Mohyuddin Wani…
Downtown Islamabad, Pakistan’s First Lake-side commercial hub, is home to the country’s first 100-kanal man-made lake and the largest dancing fountains. Immersing yourself into a world of timeless enchantment and boundless creativity, as ParkView City, in design collaboration with ZAY Studio, brings to life the iconic Downtown Islamabad. Offering a premier metropolitan experience enriched with top-notch facilities, entertainment, and glamour, it stands as the epitome of Pakistan’s most iconic commercial project. With well-maintained green spaces, picturesque views of the Margalla Hills, and a thriving cultural scene, Downtown Islamabad is a testament to the city’s evolution into a cosmopolitan hub, while retaining…
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Pakistan and Iran on Monday agreed to enhance bilateral trade ties and promote business activities at the border areas to ensure development and prosperity of the people of the two countries. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, in a press talk along with President of Iran Dr Ebrahim Raisi after witnessing the signing of bilateral agreements and MoUs here at the PM House, said under the leadership of the Iranian President, the two countries could bring development and prosperity in their respective sides by turning their borders into hub of business activities. https://googleads.g.doubleclick.net/pagead/ads?client=ca-pub-6616358080948121&output=html&h=153&slotname=9716752773&adk=3384483196&adf=3192656650&pi=t.ma~as.9716752773&w=610&fwrn=4&lmt=1713792086&rafmt=11&format=610×153&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.app.com.pk%2Fnational%2Fpakistan-iran-for-promoting-bilateral-trade-ties-business-activities-at-border-areas%2F&wgl=1&uach=WyJXaW5kb3dzIiwiMTUuMC4wIiwieDg2IiwiIiwiMTIzLjAuNjMxMi4xMjMiLG51bGwsMCxudWxsLCI2NCIsW1siR29vZ2xlIENocm9tZSIsIjEyMy4wLjYzMTIuMTIzIl0sWyJOb3Q6QS1CcmFuZCIsIjguMC4wLjAiXSxbIkNocm9taXVtIiwiMTIzLjAuNjMxMi4xMjMiXV0sMF0.&dt=1713792340790&bpp=2&bdt=388&idt=223&shv=r20240417&mjsv=m202404160101&ptt=9&saldr=aa&abxe=1&cookie=ID%3D87f44ee46c2880d9%3AT%3D1713605075%3ART%3D1713792337%3AS%3DALNI_MZtXzvPi5qN8PJTnsW8LgMwd10kYw&gpic=UID%3D00000df9a924b9ee%3AT%3D1713605075%3ART%3D1713792337%3AS%3DALNI_MZv7SYTTFTrcq1flFSgrboTfiTBBA&eo_id_str=ID%3D74939a038563ed2e%3AT%3D1713605075%3ART%3D1713792337%3AS%3DAA-AfjZfHXwBzr3gtMF3pIzQsURq&prev_fmts=0x0%2C694x174&nras=1&correlator=3577490579012&frm=20&pv=1&ga_vid=219277079.1713605075&ga_sid=1713792341&ga_hid=678554991&ga_fc=1&rplot=4&u_tz=300&u_his=4&u_h=864&u_w=1536&u_ah=816&u_aw=1536&u_cd=24&u_sd=1.25&dmc=8&adx=268&ady=1542&biw=1519&bih=730&scr_x=0&scr_y=0&eid=44759875%2C44759926%2C44759837%2C31082968%2C95329718%2C95329727%2C95330887%2C95331042%2C31078663%2C31078665%2C31078668%2C31078670&oid=2&pvsid=2268993413045419&tmod=2101424331&uas=3&nvt=1&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.app.com.pk%2F&fc=1920&brdim=0%2C0%2C0%2C0%2C1536%2C0%2C1536%2C816%2C1536%2C730&vis=1&rsz=%7C%7CeEbr%7C&abl=CS&pfx=0&fu=128&bc=31&bz=1&td=1&psd=W251bGwsbnVsbCxudWxsLDNd&nt=1&ifi=3&uci=a!3&btvi=1&fsb=1&dtd=229 He said during their meeting, the two sides…
