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Huge Fire Disrupts Immigration Activities at Lahore Airport

9May

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Pakistan

Huge Fire Disrupts Immigration Activities at Lahore Airport

A major fire broke out at Lahore's Allama Iqbal International Airport today, causing significant disruption to immigration activities. The cause of the blaze is yet unknown, and the extent of the damage remains unclear. Passengers arriving at the Lahore airport are experiencing delays, and departing flights may also be affected. A sudden fire erupted at Lahore's Allama Iqbal International Airport, damaging the immigration system and throwing flight schedules into disarray. The blaze, which started in the early hours of Thursday in the Federal Investigation Agency's immigration hall, quickly spread, sending panicked passengers running for safety. The fire at Lahore airport disturbs the initial hajj flights for hundreds of pilgrims. Authorities swiftly evacuated the immigration hall,...

FPSC Announces CSS 2023 Result, Pass Ratio Stands at 2.96%

6May

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

Pakistan

FPSC Announces CSS 2023 Result, Pass Ratio Stands at 2.96%

The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has announced the results of the Central Superior Services (CSS) exams held in 2023. This result reveals a modest 2.96% pass rate, which is much better than the 1.85% pass rate of the previous year. Details show that a total of 13,008 candidates appeared in the written test, but only 401 managed to pass it. After a thorough assessment, 210 candidates received the recommendation for an appointment. Adil Riaz secured the first position, followed by Shaher Bano in second place. While Okash Abrar Rana stood in the 3rd spot. Position Holder Students Among the successful students, 46 were medically deferred. Notably, the top eight candidates are from Punjab. Sohail Khan from Balochistan claimed the ninth position, and Muhammad Ab...

CM Punjab Introduces Free WiFi Hotspots in Lahore

5May

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Pakistan

CM Punjab Introduces Free WiFi Hotspots in Lahore

The Chief Minister of Punjab has introduced a great plan to bring free WiFi hotspots to 50 important spots across the Lahore city. “Free WiFi has begun at these 50 places in Lahore. We are working on the rest of Lahore too. Alhamdulillah! We make promises and keep them," CM Maryam stated in an X post. This initiative is a great effort to promote connectivity and ensure everyone has access to the internet. It was first started in the Nawaz Sharif era, but due to unpaid bills in the PTI government, these services were stopped. But now, the CM of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, has started this facility again. Lahore is getting back free Wi-Fi services. This project aims to help people get better internet access. Additionally, CM Maryam Nawaz expressed his satisfaction with how it’s go...

Lahore Announces Public Holiday on April 23

23Apr

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Pakistan

Lahore Announces Public Holiday on April 23

The Department of Services and General Administration has declared a public holiday on April 23 in the city. Both private and government offices, as well as educational institutions, will remain closed on that day. The Department of Services and General Administration issued a notification on Tuesday to announce a public holiday tomorrow. The reason behind this announcement is to make arrangements for the visit of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and to ensure a warm welcome for him. His visit plays a significant role in strengthening the relations between Iran and Pakistan. According to the notification, all educational institutions and government offices in Lahore will be closed on April 23. However, it is important to note that the Public Civil Secretariat and...

Dr. Shazia Bashir First Female Vice Chancellor At GCU Lahore

22Apr

By Aqsa Azam2 Comments

Pakistan

Dr. Shazia Bashir First Female Vice Chancellor At GCU Lahore

Dr. Shazia Bashir becomes the first female Vice-Chancellor (VC) of Government College University (GCU) Lahore. This is a significant milestone for the university in its long history of 160 years. However, while the appointment is currently acting, it paves the way for future female leadership at the institution. In an unprecedented move, Lahore's Government College University (GCU) has appointed Prof Dr Shazia Bashir as its acting Vice Chancellor. It marked a significant milestone as she became the first female vice-chancellor to hold this esteemed position in 160 years. The faculty, staff, and students have welcomed the appointment of the first female as Vice Chancellor of the University. The announcement came through an official notification on Monday, following the approval from ...