Author: Abdullah

British Council in Pakistan recently pioneered an innovative event focusing on advances in English Language Teaching (ELT) in the country. The conference brought together key stakeholders to discuss challenges and future opportunities. In a groundbreaking move, the British Council facilitated crucial discussions between thought leaders, educators, and policymakers on the vital role of English education and teacher readiness. The interactive workshops also explored integrating technology into language classrooms. The event emphasized the importance of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for public and private school teachers to refine their skills. Representatives from prestigious institutions like LUMS and Taleemabad exchanged ideas on peer…

The Federal Directorate of Education has announced the schedule for winter vacations for public schools in Islamabad. As per the notification, the winter break will start on December 25th and end on December 29th. Schools will reopen on January 1st, 2024 after the New Year’s holiday. Earlier, the Punjab government had also declared winter vacations in the province from December 18th to January 1st. Similarly, the Sindh education department notified winter holidays from December 22nd till 31st. With the Islamabad announcement, winter vacation schedules have now been finalized across Pakistan. The winter holidays are welcomed by students and teachers alike…

Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has announced the merit list for appointments of Head Nurse Female in the Punjab Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department. The recruitment process included written tests held in 2023, followed by interviews of shortlisted candidates. Earlier in 2023, eligible female candidates had applied and appeared for the PPSC Head Nurse Female Written Test. After checking the answer sheets, PPSC announced the written test result, shortlisting candidates for interviews. PPSC Head Nurse Appointment 2023 Merit List The qualified candidates were called for PPSC Head Nurse Female interviews on scheduled dates. Now, PPSC has announced the interview…

The annual School-Based Assessment (SBA) exams for grade 7 students are set to be conducted across all public and private schools in the Punjab province of Pakistan in March. The Punjab Examination Commission (PEC) has issued the model papers and item bank for the SBA papers. Grade 7 School-Based Assessment The SBA papers test students in major subjects like English, Urdu, Mathematics, General Science, Islamiyat, Social Studies, Nazra Quran, and Computer Science. There are two formats of the papers – Paper A contains objective MCQ-type questions while Paper B has subjective descriptive-type questions. Separate answer keys have also been provided…

King Edward Medical University (KEMU) has released the selected list for the HEC Need-Based Scholarship Program for the year 2023. The scholarship program is designed to ensure that deserving students who aspire to pursue careers in medicine can achieve their dreams without being hindered by financial barriers. KEMU HEC Need-Based Scholarship Selected List 2023 The selected list highlights the names of those students who have demonstrated both academic excellence and a need for financial assistance. The announcement has been eagerly anticipated by prospective beneficiaries, who view this scholarship as a lifeline that will enable them to continue their education at…

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the answer key for the Delhi Police Constable Exam 2023 on December 7th. The computer-based exam was conducted from mid-November to early December across India to recruit over 7,500 personnel for the Delhi Police force. The SSC has uploaded the answer key and candidates’ response sheets on the official website ssc.nic.in. Candidates can access it by logging into their accounts. The answer key will be available for download and challenge till December 9th, 2023. SSC Releases Delhi Police Constable Exam Answer Key This recruitment drive is aiming to fill over 7,500 vacancies for…

University of Health Sciences (UHS) has announced a revised schedule for the release of merit and selection lists for public and private medical and dental colleges in Punjab for the 2023-24 session. The previous schedule notified by UHS has been updated in light of the re-conduct of the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) exams in Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. As per the new schedule, the provisional merit list for government medical and dental colleges will now be displayed on December 8th, followed by the final merit list on December 12th. The first college-wise selection list for MBBS admissions…

Sindh Public Service Commission (SPSC) has announced the interview schedule for candidates applying for Medical Officer and Women Medical Officer positions with the Health Department of the Government of Sindh. Interviews are set to commence on December 12th, 2023, and will continue until February 7th, 2024 in Karachi and Hyderabad. Candidates appearing for interviews can check their allotted dates and timings on their interview call letter. All interviews will start at 10 AM daily. SPSC Medical Officer Interview 2023 Schedule The recruitment drive aims to fill multiple vacancies that arose in the provincial health department. Eligible applicants who successfully clear…

Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water, and Marine Sciences (LUAWMS) released the first merit list for admissions in 2024 on November 22nd, 2023. This announcement opens up opportunities for aspiring students to pursue degrees in agriculture, water, and marine sciences at LUAWMS. Deadlines According to the university’s notification, selected candidates must confirm their admission by December 14th, 2023. Students who fail to submit the admission fee and required documents by this date will lose their confirmed seats. Admission Formalities LUAWMS has advised all selected candidates to complete the necessary admission formalities before the deadline. This includes submission of the admission fee,…

University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) Lahore has announced the last tentative list of recipients for its merit-based scholarships for 2023 admissions. The scholarships aim to support talented and deserving students pursuing degrees at UVAS. The recently released list on the UVAS website and notice boards shows potential scholarship awardees for the 2023-2024 academic year. Students are advised to review the list and contact UVAS by December 8th, 2023 regarding any errors or omissions. The UVAS merit scholarships provide an excellent opportunity for outstanding students to fund their studies in the field of veterinary sciences and animal husbandry. Admissions…

The University of Health Sciences (UHS) Lahore has revised the admissions schedule for MBBS and BDS programs in public and private medical and dental colleges across Punjab for the 2023-24 academic session. Merit List Merit ListDateProvisional merit list8th, Dec, 2023Final merit list12th, Dec, 2023 Selection List Selection ListDateFirst college wise selection list for MBS15th, Dec, 2023Last date of submission of college fee20th, Dec, 2023Second selection/upgradation list for MBBS22nd, Dec, 2023Third Selection/ upgradation list for MBBS29th, Dec, 2023 The UHS advises aspiring medical students across the province to closely monitor the official website for regular updates on the admission process is…

The Punjab Examination Commission (PEC) has released the date sheet for midterm exams that will be held in December 2023 across 48,000 government schools in Punjab province. The exams are scheduled from December 7th to December 15th. The PEC will provide standardized question papers to all participating schools to ensure consistency and fairness. The same exam papers will be administered to students across Punjab. Photocopies of the official QR-coded papers will be the only ones permitted. Strict protocols will be enforced to preserve the integrity of the examination process. Any violations regarding circulation and usage of non-coded papers will lead…

Sindh Public Service Commission (SPSC) has announced the merit list for recruitment for the post of Subject Specialist Pak Study female in the School Education & Literacy Department. The recruitment was done through a competitive process involving written exams and interviews. According to SPSC, over 10,000 interested candidates have applied for the posts. The written exam was conducted in November 2022 in which 3,200 candidates qualified. Subsequently, 1,200 candidates were shortlisted for interviews held in December 2022. The final merit list has been compiled based on candidates’ aggregate scores from the written exam and interview. A total of 800 candidates…

BISE Mardan Board has introduced a revised fee structure for the SSC and HSSC examinations. According to a notification issued by the BISE, the changes aim to streamline the exam fees charged to students. The new fee structure sets the rate for the SSC registration fee at PKR 850, while the HSSC registration fee is PKR 1,050. Additionally, students are required to submit PKR 800 as a practical exam fee for science subjects. When announcing the new rates, the BISE Mardan chairperson emphasized the affordability of the updated fees. “We try our best to minimize the financial burden on students…

Oxford University Press has named “rizz” as its Word of the Year for 2023. According to Oxford, “rizz” is a slang term that denotes charm, attractiveness, and romantic appeal, especially in attracting a partner. The word originated from internet and youth culture, gaining popularity on platforms like TikTok. Popularity and Impact The versatility of “rizz” has contributed to its surge in usage. It can function as a noun or a verb, evident in viral phrases like “to rizz up.” The word’s prominence reflects shifting cultural attitudes about confidence and identity. Credited to internet figures like Kai Cenat, “rizz” permeated mainstream…