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HEC urges the CM to give up modifying the law on universities

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The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has strongly opposed the Sindh government’s decision to appoint bureaucrats as vice-chancellors of public sector universities in the province. In a letter to Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, HEC Chairman Dr Mukhtar Ahmed termed such a move as detrimental to academic integrity. He urged the provincial administration […]

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Aafia Siddiqui seeks presidential pardon before Biden leaves office

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Listen to the article Dr. Aafia Siddiqui, a Pakistani neuroscientist convicted of attempting to assassinate an FBI agent in 2010, requested a presidential pardon from US President Joe Biden before handing over office to President-elect Donald Trump. Siddiqui, 52, maintains his innocence and says new evidence could support his theory. She was sentenced to 86

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Solar Power Project Completed in 100 Federal Schools

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Listen to the article The Pakistani government has successfully transitioned 100 federal schools to solar energy, marking a significant step towards sustainable energy in the education sector. The Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) has completed the solarization project in collaboration with the National Radio and Telecommunications Corporation, Express News reported. The initiative includes battery backup

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Pakistan, Bangladesh reach agreement to strengthen cooperation

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Listen to the article Principal Divisional Staff Officer of Bangladesh Armed Forces Lt Gen SM Kamrul Hassan called on Defense Secretary Retired Lt Gen Muhammad Ali in Rawalpindi. The discussion focused on expanding bilateral defense collaboration in all areas. Speaking on the occasion, the Defense Secretary said that Pakistan attaches great importance to its relations

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How to Apply for Asaan Karobar Finance Program in Punjab

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Listen to the article The Punjab government recently launched the Asaan Karobar Finance scheme, offering interest-free loans to small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz launched the Punjab Asaan Karobar Card and Financing Scheme to promote business activities in the province. Addressing the inauguration ceremony, she said, “Under the Asaan Karobar financing scheme,

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IMF lowers Pakistan’s GDP growth forecast for 2025 to 3%

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Listen to the article The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised Pakistan’s economic outlook, lowering its gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for 2025 to 3% from 3.2% forecast just three months ago. This adjustment is part of a broader global economic assessment presented in the IMF’s “World Economic Outlook Update: Global Growth – Divergent

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FIA, IB officials travel to Morocco to investigate migrant boat

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Listen to the article Pakistan has sent fact-finding teams to Morocco to investigate a migrant boat tragedy that left dozens dead, officials said. The teams, made up of officials from the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), the Intelligence Bureau (IB) and the Interior Ministry, will gather evidence and interview survivors to determine the circumstances of the

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Citizens of Karachi to benefit from NADRA’s hassle-free biker service

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Listen to the article The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched a new service in Karachi city, aiming to provide significant convenience to citizens. According to officials, this initiative aims to save residents from the hassle of long waits and queues. The new service will begin on Monday, allowing citizens to benefit from,

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