Category: Technology

The University of Engineering and Technology (UET) has unveiled a revised schedule for the entrance test for the Narowal Campus, ushering in a wave of anticipation among prospective students aiming for admission.

According to an official press release issued by UET, the last date for registration for the entrance test has been set for 13 September.

The entrance test itself is scheduled for 17 September, with results slated for release on 22 September. Aspiring students can expect to see the much-anticipated merit list on 3 October.

Following the Engineering College Admission Test (ECAT), successful candidates will have the opportunity to pursue Bachelor of Architecture, BSc Biomedical Engineering, BSc Civil Engineering, BSc Electrical Engineering, and BSc Mechanical Engineering programs at UET Narowal Campus.

Source: Pro Pakistani

Government of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and Nestlé Pakistan inaugurated the Nestlé for Healthier Kids (N4HK) room in at KG Model School for Girls in Skardu and conducted trainings for 250 teachers on nutritional awareness and sustainability education with an aim to reach out to more than 15000 children under its flagship N4HK program in Gilgit, Skardu, Shigar and Kharmang.

N4HK is Nestlé’s global nutritional awareness initiative which supports, teachers and caregivers on their journey to raise healthier kids through a curriculum-based education program promoting healthy nutrition, hydration, hygiene and active lifestyles.

The N4HK rooms in partner schools provide a way for teachers and educators to reinforce importance of good nutrition concept for children.

Speaking about the partnership, Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani, Chief Secretary Gilgit Baltistan said: “This partnership is a way for teachers and educators to reinforce importance of good nutrition for children in classroom through fun and engaging activities.

Kids are the future of Pakistan and it is important that we encourage them to get involved in activities that inform them about sustainability and conservation practices,” he said while also recognizing Nestlé’s other recycling initiatives in the region.

Commissioner Baltistan, Shuja Alam also lauded Nestlé’s efforts. While inaugurating the N4HK room, he said: “Such activities will foster values, habits and mindsets that will eventually make an impact and reduce our footprint on the planet,”

Highlighting the importance of this partnership, Sheikh Waqar Ahmad, Head of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Nestlé Pakistan, said: “We are excited to collaborate with the GB government that it is facilitating in extending the reach of our N4HK initiative to teachers, caregivers and students in districts of Gilgit, Skardu, Shigar and Kharmang.

We are confident that the awareness imparted on nutrition and this N4HK room in Skardu will play a very important role in promoting healthy habits and a better nourished future generation.”

The N4HK program is part of our commitment to United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 of Good Health and Well-Being, to ensure that children understand the value of nutrition as they grow older. So far, the program has reached about 320,000 children and 1750 teachers, in Pakistan.

Meanwhile, Nestlé Pakistan, in line with its vision for a waste-free future also partnered with Gilgit Baltistan government on the Clean Gilgit-Baltistan project. Under this project Nestlé is recycling up to 1000 tons of plastic and packaging waste by the end of 2023 and installing three baling and compressing machines at the dumping sites of Gilgit Baltistan Waste Management Company in Hunza, Gilgit and Skardu, apart from donating reusable bags, installing benches and bins made of recycled plastic at tourist hotspots.

The company also arranged awareness sessions with students to help teach the younger generation a more sustainable approach to packaging by managing waste.

Source: Pro Pakistani

The Chief Secretary’s instructions alerted Secretary Durrani to the presence of a group attempting to manipulate the entrance test in KP. This group resorted to using hidden Bluetooth devices to transmit answers and extorted large sums of money from students seeking an unfair advantage.

Upon receiving this information, Secretary Durrani informed the Executive Director of the Educational Testing and Evaluation Agency (ETEA) Imtiaz Ayub. In response, Ayub initiated immediate measures to combat the cheating epidemic. Enhanced security checks were implemented at the entrance to examination halls, and during the exam, staff monitored and detected the illicit use of Bluetooth devices by dishonest students.

Secretary Durrani emphasized that maintaining transparency in MDCAT is a top priority, and securing admission to medical colleges should remain a privilege for eligible and deserving students. Those who attempt to undermine the merit-based system will face strict consequences, she warned.

Source: Pro Pakistani

Chief Minister Gilgit-Baltistan Gulbar Khan has said promotion of higher education is top priority of government.

He was talking to vice chancellor Karakoram International University Dr Aatauallah Shah Bukhari in Gilgit.

Source: Radio Pakistan

LUMS recently welcomed a diverse cohort of 1,200 students from cities, towns, and villages across Pakistan at its Orientation. The Orientation featured a series of engaging events designed to help students transition to university life.

Dr. Arshad Ahmad, Vice Chancellor, LUMS welcoming the new batch, said: “The LUMS community is committed to foster an environment where you can explore your passions, engage with exceptional faculty and collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds. Your time here is about immersing yourself in all aspects of university life, growing as an individual and becoming a responsible and innovative leader.”

Orientation 2023 provided each student with over 30 opportunities to engage and learn including online resources, Zoom sessions, interactive group discussions, and engaging social activities.

During these sessions, the new students were guided on their first-semester courses, the LUMS Code of Conduct, and the importance of academic integrity. Other panels covered topics like personal effectiveness and social maturity, and safety for scientists and engineers, etc.

This academic programming was complemented by sports competitions, a scavenger hunt, a memorable batch photo and other activities meant to build camaraderie and a sense of belonging among the new students and the LUMS community. Orientation also featured panel sessions with notable alumni from different fields of life who provided insights on career growth and advice on how to maximise learning.

Over 700 sessions for 1,200 students across 12 days were made possible by more than 15 campus offices collaborating with approximately 350 students playing various roles: the Student Orientation Committee, Orientation Coaches, Deputies and PALss (Peer Ambassador at LUMS for Social Support). After Orientation, PALss continue to mentor students throughout the academic year to ensure the new students’ smooth transition at the University.

Commenting on the Orientation programme, Ms. Fatima Umar, Project Lead, Office of Student Affairs (OSA) said: “With a strong focus on both the academic and the social climate of the campus, the Orientation team is confident that incoming students have meaningful tools to navigate their first year at LUMS.”

Reflecting on the success of the programme, Dr. Tariq Jadoon, Provost, added: “LUMS Orientation transcends mere campus orientation; it symbolises a rite of passage. In the current year, the exceptional enthusiasm and profound sense of community has set an inspiring tone for the academic journey ahead.”

Source: Pro Pakistani

In a shocking incident in the Samanabad area of Lahore, a school principal and a teacher are alleged to have brutally tortured a student, resulting in a fractured skull. The victim was a student at Iqra Rozatul Atfal School Samanabad.

According to the local police, the horrifying incident unfolded when the principal and the teacher subjected the student to physical abuse. The teacher reportedly seized the student and forcefully propelled him, causing his head to collide with a ceiling fan. This impact resulted in a severe fracture to the child’s skull, raising concerns about potential brain damage.

Disturbingly, instead of promptly notifying Faizan’s parents about the grave situation, the school’s management transferred him to a hospital. It was only at the insistence of his father that a formal complaint was registered against the school administration.

Despite the gravity of the accusations, the accused principal and teacher remain at large, adding to the distress of the victim’s family. The incident has ignited outrage and demands for swift justice, with local authorities intensifying efforts to apprehend the alleged culprits.

Source: Pro Pakistani