7 h. ago Pakistan’s education spending falls to historic low amid worsening school dropout crisis

The federal government’s spending on education has hit a historic low, raising concerns about the future of millions of children, especially in underprivileged areas. According to Save the Children, despite the announcement of an “education emergency” last year, around 26 million children—one in every three—remain out of school in Pakistan. This alarming figure places Pakistan […]

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44 h. ago Equal educational opportunities to underprivileged children top priority: PM

PM Shehbaz reviews progress on Daanish University; direction educational facilities in Daanish schools and university should be aligned with int’l standards Emphasizes children from underprivileged and marginalized communities possess immense potential and talent to prove themselves at global stage ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed that educational facilities in Daanish Schools and […]

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55 h. ago Senate panel approves tax on online educational platforms, academies in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – The Senate Standing Committee on Finance on Wednesday approved a proposal to impose taxes on online educational institutions

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4 d. ago Pakistan approves Rs 25 billion for key projects, focuses on energy, education, and digital growth

The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has approved eight major projects worth Rs 25.19 billion. Additionally, it recommended a Rs 10.67 billion hydropower project in Gilgit-Baltistan to ECNEC for final approval. These decisions were made in a meeting chaired by Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, aiming to boost growth in energy, education, transport, and IT sectors. […]

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4 d. ago CM Maryam announces free high education for children of industrial workers

Eligible children will be granted admission at seven COMSATS University campuses, including Islamabad, Lahore, Abbottabad, Wah Cantt, Attock, Sahiwal, and Vehari   LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Sunday announced a landmark initiative to provide free higher education at COMSATS University to the children of registered industrial and mines workers across the province. According […]

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6 d. ago LUMS Hosts UX Pakistan 2025: The Country’s Largest Design Conference Promoting Human

The Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) recently hosted the 8th edition of UX Pakistan 2025, the country’s largest and longest-running design conference, bringing together a vibrant assembly of designers, technologists, educators, and thought leaders from across Pakistan and beyond. With the theme “Design for Social Impact”, the two-day event marked a pivotal moment in […]

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1 week ago Pakistan spends less than 1% of GDP on education and health, reveals economic survey

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan spent less than one percent of its GDP on education and health during the fiscal year 2024–25, according to the latest Economic Survey released on Monday. This low investment in critical sectors has raised concerns among experts about the country’s long-term development and human capital. The report states that only 0.8% of […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan, Ethiopia explore student exchanges and joint research in higher education

ISLAMABAD: Ethiopia’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Jemal Beker Abdula, met with Higher Education Commission (HEC) Chairman Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed on Friday to discuss opportunities for bilateral cooperation in the higher education sector. The meeting aimed to strengthen ties and promote academic collaboration through various initiatives. Held at the HEC Chairman’s office in Islamabad, the discussions […]

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3 w. ago Chinese Education Group to upgrade 20 vocational institutes in Karachi

ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (FE&PT) and China’s Tang International Education Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to upgrade 20 vocational institutes in Karachi. This partnership aims to enhance infrastructure, establish IT and smart labs, and create Centers of Excellence across Pakistan, Gwadar Pro reported on Wednesday. The MoU was […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan’s largest mural in Kashmore sends strong message of education and peace

A huge mural was recently finished on a long wall in Kashmore’s Guddu Town, covering 1.9 kilometers and 56,000 square feet. It depicts education, peace, local culture, and Sufi messages through colorful images and calligraphy. The project took about one month and ten days to complete with a team of more than ten skilled artists […]

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4 w. ago 50,000 students will receive accredited certifications from City & Guilds London

In a major development aimed at equipping Pakistani youth with globally recognized technical skills, 50,000 students will receive internationally accredited certifications from City & Guilds, London, each year The announcement was made during a media briefing held upon the return of a high-level Pakistani delegation from London, led by Minister of State for Education, Ms. […]

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4 w. ago China graduates in Pakistan form association on 74th anniversary of ties

ISLAMABAD: Marking the 74th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, graduates of Chinese universities in Pakistan on Wednesday formally launched the Pakistan China Alumni Association (PCAA), aimed at strengthening educational and professional linkages between the two nations. Dr. Furqan Rao was elected president of the newly formed association, with Dr. Arif appointed as […]

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