Day: April 5, 2024

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced plans to establish schools for transgender children at the divisional level across the province.

During a meeting in Lahore today to review school education reforms, she also directed the establishment of a Standardized Matriculation Exam Board and Punjab School Inspectorate.

During the meeting, she thoroughly reviewed the proposal to centralize all matters of school education under a single governing body.

The proposed authority will be responsible for various aspects of Punjab’s education system, including teacher and curriculum development, school improvement, teacher training, curriculum development, testing and assessment, and ensuring learning outcomes.

She emphasized the importance of character development programs in government schools. Furthermore, CM Punjab also highlighted the need for special education facilities to be provided in one government school in each district.

During the meeting, Maryam Nawaz expressed her displeasure over the
delay in the delivery of books to schools. Educational authorities informed her that 41% of textbooks have been supplied, assuring her that the remaining books would be delivered by May.

Moreover, they assured that textbooks for the next academic year would be provided by February.

Source: Pro Pakistani

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has emphasized the formulation of a common strategy to cope with terrorism, which is an international phenomenon.

Talking to the British high commissioner Jane Marriott in Islamabad today, he said Pakistan is the only country which has made immense sacrifices in the war on terrorism. He said Pakistan Army and security agencies have created a story of courage and bravery in this war. He said the terrorists will not be allowed to disturb law and order situation.

The Interior Minister said Pakistan attaches great importance to its long standing ties with Britain. He said the role of the Pakistani community in Britain in the development of both countries is commendable. He stressed the need for exchange of delegations for promotion of bilateral relations.

The Interior Minister said all possible steps are being taken to prevent human trafficking.

The two sides agreed to enhance cooperation in diverse fields.

They also discussed cricket series between Pakistan and England.

The
British High Commissioner expressed desire to promote cooperation with Pakistan in various fields.

Source: Radio Pakistan

According to media reports, the threatening letters sent to Lahore High Court (LHC) judges have been traced back to Islamabad.

The Punjab Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) swiftly coordinated with its Islamabad counterpart, seeking collaboration for further investigation.

As per recent findings, the envelopes containing the suspicious substance, sent to judges of the Lahore High Court, originated from the post office situated in Sector-I 10/4 of Islamabad.

Furthermore, Satellite Town, a prominent locality opposite to the origin of the letters, played a crucial role in this concerning incident. Earlier today, Lahore High Court (LHC) judge Justice Baqar Ali Najafi also received a threatening letter.

According to the details, upon receiving the suspicious letter, the staff of LHC immediately contacted the police, who then handed it over to the CTD.

Previously, LHC Chief Justice Shahzad Malik Ahmed also received a threatening letter containing ‘suspicious powder.’

Reports stated that initially, the LHC st
aff received the letter addressed to the CJ but dismissed it as a ‘routine’ letter. However, upon opening the envelope, it was discovered that the letter also contained suspicious powder.

Source: Pro Pakistani

International Day of Conscience is being observed in Pakistan as well as in other parts of the world on Friday.

This year the theme of the day is ‘Promoting the Culture of Peace with Love and Conscience.’

International Conscience Day is celebrated to highlight that everyone has self-respect and the right to live with peace and security.

Source: Radio Pakistan

The All Pakistan Private Schools and Colleges Association has announced the holiday schedule for Eid al-Fitr.

According to Dr. Malik Abrar Hussain, President of the All Pakistan Private Schools and Colleges Association, private schools and colleges across Pakistan will observe Eid-ul-Fitr holidays from April 10th to April 14th.

He added that private educational institutions will resume regular operations starting Monday, April 15, 2024, following Eid-ul-Fitr.

Previously, the federal government had announced a three-day and four-day holiday for Eidul Fitr for offices observing five and six working days a week, respectively.

The Cabinet Division in a notification stated that offices following a five-day work week will be closed for holidays from Wednesday, April 10th, to Friday, April 12th.

Similarly, for offices operating on a six-day work week, the holidays are scheduled from Wednesday, April 10th, to Saturday, April 13th. It should be noted that this year, Eid-ul-Fitr is likely to be celebrated across
the country on April 10 or 11, depending on the sighting of the moon.

Source: Pro Pakistani