Germany Eases Student Visas: Germany, known for its high-quality education and research-oriented teaching, has recently relaxed its visa rules to attract more international students. The changes, effective from March 1, 2024, are aimed at making Germany a more attractive destination for students from around the world. The German government’s decision builds on policy changes announced…
Sindh Hiring Thousands Teachers: The Sindh Education Department has decided to address the shortage of primary school teachers in the province. According to a private news channel, the department will recruit 15,380 primary school teachers. This move is seen as a major step towards improving the quality of education in the region. The decision comes…
Punjab student bike scheme: In an unprecedented move, the Punjab government has announced a groundbreaking initiative to enhance students’ mobility across the province. Spearheaded by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the scheme is set to revolutionize the way students commute by introducing over 20,000 motorbikes, available through interest-free loans. Empowering Students The initiative, which received…
The School Education Department of Punjab has announced updated school timings for the holy month of Ramadan, ensuring that the schedule accommodates the fasting hours of students and staff. According to a statement issued by the Provincial Department of School Education on Monday, single-grade schools will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 1:00 a.m….
Punjab education teacher shortage: Punjab, the most populous province in Pakistan, is currently grappling with a daunting challenge in its education sector – a shortage of a staggering 115,000 school teachers. This deficiency has far-reaching implications for the quality and effectiveness of education in the region. Vacancies for primary teachers in Punjab public schools have…
Sindh Student Internships: The interim Sindh government has launched a paid internship program for 200 students from public sector universities. The program aims to provide learning opportunities in law and social sciences and foster human rights awareness. The program is spearheaded by the provincial human rights department, which is headed by caretaker law minister barrister…
AIOU Russian language center: In a groundbreaking move towards international cooperation and academic enrichment, the Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has inaugurated the ‘Open Education Center’, aimed at teaching the Russian language and culture. The center aims to strengthen the ties between the two countries and foster cross-cultural understanding and friendship. The inaugural event, honored…
Leading uae university Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi has taken a giant leap into the future by introducing cutting-edge Robotics and Computer Science programs. This development highlights how it can shape the future of education and technology in the region. Importance of Robotics and Computer Science UAE University Robotics…
Government Announces Public Holidays for Ashura. Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, holds immense importance for Muslims worldwide. The Islamic calendar, also known as the Hijri calendar, is based on the lunar year and comprises 12 months. Muharram is the first of these months and is considered one of the four sacred months…
The HEC received criticism for a notification banning Holi and other festivals in national universities conflicting with Islamic traditions. The move outraged stakeholders, especially the Hindu community and civil society activists, who claimed it violated religious minority rights. After review, the HEC acknowledged misinterpretation, clarified its stance, and ultimately withdrew the controversial directive. In this…
