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Punjab Declares Saturday as Weekly Holiday in Govt Schools

25Jun

By Tahreem Akram2 Comments

Pakistan

Punjab Declares Saturday as Weekly Holiday in Govt Schools

Punjab government has decided that all govt schools in the province will now be closed every Saturday. This change is intended to help teachers by reducing their workload and giving them more opportunities for professional development. Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat announced this new policy, stating that Saturdays will be dedicated to training sessions for teachers. This move aims to improve teaching quality and allow teachers to focus on developing better lesson plans and teaching methods. Minister Hayat emphasized that this decision is part of a broader effort to ease the heavy responsibilities on teachers in government schools. He acknowledged that teachers often have a lot of work to do and reducing their workload is important. Starting immediately, schools will oper...

Pakistan to Reinstall Ranjit Singh’s Statue at Kartarpur

25Jun

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Culture, Global, Pakistan

Pakistan to Reinstall Ranjit Singh’s Statue at Kartarpur

Pakistan's Punjab government announced the reinstallation of a restored Maharaja Ranjit Singh's statue, the founder of the Sikh Empire, at Kartarpur Sahib. The reinstallation, scheduled for June 26th, is expected to be attended by local and Indian Sikhs. In a significant move, Pakistan has decided to reinstall Maharaja Ranjit Singh's statue at Kartarpur Sahib. This decision has been met with widespread appreciation, particularly among the Sikh community worldwide. Tomorrow June 26th, 2024 is a historic day when the statue will be reinstalled. Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the founder of the Sikh Empire in the early 19th century, is a revered figure in Sikh history. His reign is remembered for its justice, secularism, and protection of religious freedoms. The statue, which captures his lega...

Pakistani Carpet Art Steals the Show at Tehran Exhibition

24Jun

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Culture, Pakistan

Pakistani Carpet Art Steals the Show at Tehran Exhibition

Pakistani carpet artistry took center stage at a recent Tehran exhibition, dazzling visitors with its vibrant colors and intricate designs. The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) hosted the regional exhibition, showcasing the finest handwoven carpets from member countries. Moreover, it also paves the way for further cultural exchange and collaboration between ECO member states in preserving this treasured art form. The beautiful art of Pakistani carpets was on full display at the Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO) regional Tehran exhibition. Countries from the ECO region showcased their stunning carpet designs, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the area. Alongside the exhibition, a workshop on restoring old carpets was also held. Saad S. Khan, President of the Ec...

Pakistan Sees Surging Imports of Mobile Phones, Cars, and Tea

24Jun

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Business, Pakistan

Pakistan Sees Surging Imports of Mobile Phones, Cars, and Tea

Pakistan imports landscape has seen remarkable growth in recent months, with significant increases noted across several key sectors. Mobile phones, cars, and tea have particularly stood out in terms of import expansions. In the span of 11 months, Pakistan imports of smartphones surged by an impressive 214%, amounting to over $1.062 billion. This translates to approximately Rs458 billion in Pakistani currency, reflecting a burgeoning demand for advanced communication technology. Similarly, car imports witnessed a substantial spike of 269%, reaching beyond $235 million, equivalent to Rs66.47 billion locally. This surge underscores a robust appetite for vehicles among consumers despite economic fluctuations. Tea, a perennial favorite in Pakistan, saw a notable 17% increase in impor...

15 Medical & Dental Colleges Admit Over 1,200 Students Illegally

23Jun

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Pakistan

15 Medical & Dental Colleges Admit Over 1,200 Students Illegally

Over 1,200 students find themselves in uncertain territory as they attend 15 medical and dental colleges in Pakistan, that were not authorized by Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) to admit new students for 2023-24 academic year. According to officials of National Health Services, Regulations, and Coordination (NHS, RR&C), despite clear instructions from PMDC, these colleges went ahead and enrolled students. The former Pakistan Medical Commission (PMC) had given provisional recognition to these 15 colleges and permitted them to admit students for the academic sessions 2019-20 and 2020-21. However, last year, PMDC explicitly instructed them not to admit any students for the current academic session until they conduct thorough inspections and determine their recognition st...