Category: Education

The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (MFEPT) has taken proactive measures to address the concerns of daily wage teachers. Minister Madad Ali Sindhi engaged with a delegation of educators in a meeting attended by key officials.

Minister Sindhi listened to the grievances of the daily wage teachers. He assured them of his commitment to finding viable solutions. The minister announced the establishment of a specialized committee dedicated to tackling the challenges faced by these educators.

The delegation of daily wage teachers underscored their desire for the regularization of their services. The representatives from MFEPT, along with officials from the Federal Directorate of Education, provided Minister Sindhi with a briefing. They revealed that the teachers were hired without formal procedures, relying on immediate needs instead.

This issue came under legal scrutiny and culminated in a decision by the Islamabad High Court and the subsequent endorsement by the Supreme Court of Pakistan. Over 550 daily wage teachers with responsibilities akin to employees in higher pay scales were referred to the Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) in 2020 for evaluation towards potential regularization.

Following court directives, FPSC conducted a test on 31 July 2021, which the teachers were required to undertake. Despite these clear instructions, some teachers abstained from the test without reasonable grounds, leading to legal complications.

In response, MFEPT engaged with the Law and Justice Division for guidance. Aligning with court mandates, the Federal Directorate of Education made the decision to end services of daily wage teachers who did not meet the test’s criteria or failed to appear.

Source: Pro Pakistani

The Indonesian Embassy in Islamabad hosted an event on Friday to celebrate Pakistani students who have won scholarships to study in Indonesia.

The scholarships, which are part of the Dharmasiswa cultural exchange program, cover tuition, accommodation, and living expenses.

In his speech at the event, Indonesian Ambassador, Adam Tugio, congratulated the students and said that Pakistan has the most students receiving these prestigious scholarships.

He said that the increasing number of Pakistani students in Indonesia shows the strong friendship and academic ties between the two nations.

Tugio also mentioned how the Dharmasiswa program helps students truly understand Indonesia’s rich culture. “Once you finish your studies,” he said, “you’ll be like cultural ambassadors, strengthening the bond between our two countries.”

The event also featured speeches from previous scholarship winners, who shared their experiences of living and studying in Indonesia.

For those interested in applying for the Dharmasiswa scholarship, more information is available on the Indonesian Embassy’s website and social media channels.

Source: Pro Pakistani

A 10-year-old girl found murdered at home was “a bubbly girl” with a beautiful smile, her school has said.

Sara Sharif’s body was found at her family home in Woking, Surrey, early on 10 August, prompting a murder inquiry.

Jacquie Chambers, head of St Mary’s C of E primary school in Byfleet, said Sara would be “dearly missed”.

Three people who travelled to Pakistan before her body was found are believed to have gone to Islamabad and are wanted for questioning.

Ms Chambers said: “She was a bubbly, confident little girl who had the most beautiful smile. She was full of ideas and was very passionate about the things she believed in.”

‘Grieve and recover’

The head teacher said the pupil had been in Year 5 at the school, adding: “Sara will be dearly missed and, as a school community, we are all deeply affected by this tragedy.

“Our thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with those affected by this heart-breaking news.”

Ms Chambers said she could not make further comment due to the police inquiry, but said the school was “fully supporting partner agencies with their investigations”.

She added: “Our priority now is to support our school community as they grieve and recover.”

The three people who are wanted by the police are Sara’s father, Urfan Sharif, 41, his partner, Beinash Batool, 29, and his brother, Faisal Malik, 28.

BBC News has been told two police teams in Jhelum, north Punjab in Pakistan, are looking for Mr Sharif.

Surrey Police have said Mr Sharif, 41, made a 999 call from Pakistan shortly after landing in Islamabad with his partner, his brother and five children, aged between one and 13.

The call led officers to the house in Woking where they found the body of Sara who had sustained “multiple and extensive injuries”, likely to have been caused over a sustained period of time.

There is no formal extradition treaty between the UK and Pakistan.

Surrey County Council have confirmed that Sara was known to the authorities and a multi-agency review is under way.

Police have also been searching the family’s previous address in West Byfleet in Surrey.

Source: BBC

The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) has announced the result declaration date for the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) First Annual Examination 2023.

According to a circular issued by the FBISE, interim Federal Education Minister, Madad Ali Sindhi, will announce the result on 23 August at 10:30 AM PKT.

The federal board has directed all officers and officials to ensure their attendance on the occasion.

The board has also banned the parking of both official and private cars and motorcycles within the premises of the FBISE Headquarters.

The federal board has also directed all officers of Grades 18 and above to attend the result announcement ceremony.

Last month, the FBISE had announced the results for the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) First Annual Examination 2023.

Former Federal Education Minister, Rana Tanveer Hussain, announced the results on 18 July at 2 PM PKT.

Source: Pro Pakistani

Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori has given assent to the University of Larkana Bill 2023 and University of Mirpur Khas Bill.

According to the bills, public sector universities would be established in both cities of province.

These bills were passed by the Sindh assembly earlier this month.

Source: Radio Pakistan

In response to the turmoil caused by chaos on 10, 11, and 12 May 2023, Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) will be organizing a retake exam in October. The announcement, made by the government on Friday, aims to address the concerns of students and parents regarding unexpected grades in the A and AS-level exams of 2023.

A crucial meeting was convened at the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (MoFEPT), where key stakeholders such as the Country Director of CAIE Uzma Yousaf, the Director of British Council Maria Rehman, and other educational leaders participated. The focus was on devising a plan to rectify the discrepancies in the recent exam results.

Cambridge will waive the fees for the retake exams. The British Council will facilitate logistics at a reduced cost. Cambridge assessment grades will undergo re-evaluation and re-assessment on an individual basis in case of significant discrepancies between school-assessed grades.

For re-evaluation and reassessment requests, schools will contribute 80 percent, while parents will bear the remaining 20 percent of the costs. If these evaluations result in grade changes, the entire fee will be refunded. Additionally, the Ministry will engage with prominent university Vice Chancellors to ensure flexibility in admissions, while coordinating with provincial governments to implement similar measures.

A complaint redressal mechanism will be established under the Private Institution Education Regulatory Authority (PIERA) within the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training to monitor unresolved grievances.

This all started after Pakistani students received their Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) AS and A-Level results. The cancellation of exams on 9 and 12 May due to political tensions led to unexpected grades. Students and parents demanded the rescheduling of the canceled exams to rectify their grades. In response, Cambridge International conveyed that they were gradually restoring the pre-pandemic standard of 2019.

Source: ProPakistani

CDA Department of Building Control, South, has declared 597 buildings and construction projects in the federal capital as illegal and guilty of violating the building control laws. In this regard, the Director of Enforcement was formally called upon for action through a letter.

According to the documents available with ProPakistani, these buildings have been identified after geo-tagging. The federal government has directed relevant authorities to inform people about the illegality of these buildings and also upload them on Google Earth, Google Maps, and the ICTK website.

The documents have named the buildings which have been declared illegal. The list includes the following buildings:

Royal Event Marquee

Rana Plaza

Siraj Plaza

Sanobar Hills

Imran Plaza

Centwin Hills

Chaman Zar Hills

Waqar Plaza

Janjua Plaza

Deen Palace Marquee

VIP Apartments

Bismillah Super Store

Shafiq Plaza

Hameed Plaza

Naseem Marquee One and Two

Malik Plaza

Creative Mind College

Aftab School

Muslim School

Additionally, hundreds of buildings were declared illegal around Pind Bhagwal, Lehtarar Road, Tamir, Chattha Bakhtawar, and other areas. Most of them have been built on government land.

Source: ProPakistani

In a resounding testament to its holistic educational approach, The Millennium Education (TME), encompassing Roots Millennium Schools and Colleges and Future World Schools and Colleges, has achieved an unparalleled milestone in the CAIE A Level 2023 Results. This accomplishment resonates with the core values of educational excellence and student empowerment that TME holds dear.

With an extraordinary achievement of over 1600 A* and A grades, TME’s students have not only excelled academically but have also demonstrated the fruition of a comprehensive and well-rounded education. This triumph is a manifestation of the meticulous guidance, unwavering dedication, and conducive learning environment that TME provides.

This exceptional achievement reverberates beyond the realm of grades. TME’s commitment to fostering critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and global awareness has led to this remarkable feat. The success is a reflection of the institution’s dedication to nurturing individuals who are not only well-prepared for exams but also equipped for success in every facet of life.

The education community at large is acknowledging TME’s accomplishment as a beacon of educational brilliance. This achievement is an affirmation of TME’s ethos of nurturing learners who are not only academically adept but also ethically conscious, socially responsible, and equipped to lead in the ever-evolving world.

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In celebrating TME’s extraordinary achievement, we celebrate more than just numbers; we celebrate the promise of a generation prepared to shape a brighter future.

Source: Pro Pakistani