KARACHI: The University of Karachi (KU) has announced that all classes and examinations scheduled for today, March 2, have been suspended in solidarity with the victims of recent attacks in Iran. According to a notification issued by the varsity’s registrar, all teaching and academic activities will remain halted throughout the […]
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Punjab suspends school morning assemblies amid rising regional tensions
LAHORE: The Government of Punjab has directed all schools across the province to suspend morning assemblies until further notice to ensure student safety amid growing regional tensions. In a notification issued on Sunday, authorities also ordered schools to strengthen security arrangements by ensuring that CCTV cameras are installed and remain […]
ICT-PEIRA moves to achieve Zero Out-of-School Children target in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Capital Territory Private Educational Institutions Regulatory Authority (ICT-PEIRA) has taken a major step towards achieving the target of Zero Out-of-School Children (OOSC) in the federal capital by deciding to collect accurate enrolment data from private schools. Chairman ICT-PEIRA Dr Ghulam Ali Mallah said enrolment data would be […]
Prof Dr Niaz Ahmad Akhtar assumes charge as HEC Chairman
ISLAMABAD: Renowned scholar and distinguished academic leader Prof Dr Niaz Ahmad Akhtar (Sitara-i-Imtiaz) assumed the office of Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan on Friday. Upon his arrival at the HEC Secretariat in Islamabad, he was received by Executive Director HEC Prof Dr Zia Ul Haq along with […]
Russia offers fully funded study opportunities to Pakistani students
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani high school graduates and university students aspiring to study abroad have been offered an opportunity to pursue higher education in Russia, as the Embassy of Russia in Pakistan announced the opening of registration for the Open Olympiad of the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia (RUDN) for foreign citizens. […]
Sindh announces Shab-e-Meraj holiday for schools on Jan 17
KARACHI: The Sindh government has announced a public holiday for all educational institutions across the province on the occasion of Shab-e-Meraj, according to a notification issued on Tuesday. The notification said that both government and private schools, colleges and other educational institutions in Sindh will remain closed on January 17. […]
Riphah University Hosts 27th IEEE INMIC 2025 Conference
The Faculty of Computing at Riphah International University is hosting the 27th IEEE International Conference on Multi-Topic (INMIC 2025) on December 23 and 24, reaffirming its commitment to promoting research, innovation and academic collaboration in emerging areas of computing and technology. The conference was formally inaugurated by Vice Chancellor Riphah […]
Pakistan Consul General attends ‘Future Fest Expo’ in Dubai
DUBAI: Hussain Muhammad attended the Future Fest Education and Career Expo held at the Pakistan Association Dubai, where students, parents, educational institutions and career experts gathered to explore academic and professional opportunities for Pakistani youth in the UAE. The third edition of the expo focused on guiding students in making […]
Riphah University holds 20th convocation in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: The 20th Convocation of Riphah International University was held at the Islamabad Convention Centre, where a large number of graduating students, faculty members, parents, and guests participated in the ceremony. The event was attended by Sardar Muhammad Yousaf as chief guest, along with University Chancellor Hassan Muhammad Khan and […]
PMDC assures students’ future will not be compromised
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has stated that students are an integral part of the system and their future will not be compromised under any circumstances. In an official public statement, the council said it had taken serious note of the points raised during the meeting of […]









