Punjab Shuts Schools Due to Smog: Amid escalating air pollution, the Punjab government has announced the closure of educational institutions in five additional divisions due to worsening smog conditions. This decision affects schools, academies, and tuition centers for students from nursery to grade 12 in Sargodha, Rawalpindi, Dera Ghazi Khan, Bahawalpur, and Sahiwal divisions. Following…
Punjab school smog closures: The Punjab government is currently deliberating the closure of middle and high schools in Lahore as the city grapples with severe smog conditions. This measure is being considered to protect the health of students and staff as air quality continues to deteriorate. Rising Smog Levels Lahore has been experiencing unprecedented levels…
KP teaching positions 2024: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government is gearing up to address the significant shortage of teachers in the province by announcing the recruitment of 17,000 new teachers. This initiative aims to fill the vacancies created by promotions and retirements, ensuring that the quality of education in both boys’ and girls’ schools is…
Board exams postponed holiday: In a significant turn of events, the Federal and Rawalpindi education boards have announced the postponement of ongoing examinations. The Punjab government’s sudden announcement of a public holiday affects all public and private colleges and universities statewide. The announcement, made late last night, has left students and parents scrambling to adjust…
Sindh grading system update: The Sindh government has recently announced a significant change in the evaluation system for matriculation and intermediate students. Moving away from the traditional numerical marking system, the new policy introduces a grading system aimed at providing a more comprehensive assessment of student performance. Under the new system, students will be evaluated…
Allama Iqbal University (AIOU) has recently launched the English Access Scholarship Program, a significant initiative to empower students and promote women’s education in Pakistan. This program is designed to provide educational opportunities to underprivileged students, enhance their proficiency in the English language, and equip them with essential skills for future success. Power of Education During…
In a significant move to align educational offerings with market demands, the Punjab government has initiated the transformation of 85 commerce colleges into IT institutes. This decision, spearheaded by the Department of Higher Education, aims to address the declining interest in commerce courses and the burgeoning demand for IT professionals. The shift from commerce to…
In a significant move to uphold academic integrity, Punjab University (PU) has suspended three employees for their involvement in leaking LLB exam papers. The university has also initiated legal action against the individuals, demonstrating its commitment to maintaining the sanctity of its examination process. The suspended employees include Key Punch Operator Athar, Naib Qasid Mohsin,…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz recently inaugurated the AI-powered “Smart Classroom Project” at Government Kinnaird Girls High School on Empress Road. Developed in partnership with Huawei, this groundbreaking initiative marks a significant advancement in Punjab’s educational system by integrating cutting-edge technology into classrooms. The Smart Classroom Project introduces advanced features such as cameras that record…
KP Govt School Partnership: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has taken a significant step towards improving the quality of education by deciding to operate government schools through a public-private partnership (PPP) model. This initiative aims to enhance educational standards, provide better facilities, and reduce the financial burden on the government. The documents show that we…
