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William Hague elected new Oxford chancellor

British former Conservative party leader and ex-foreign secretary William Hague was elected as the University of Oxford’s 160th chancellor on Wednesday, after four rounds of voting.

November 27, 2024
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PTI protest: Educational institutions in twin cities to remain closed tomorrow

In light of the deteriorating security situation in the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, all educational institutions will remain closed on Tuesday, November 26. The decision was confirmed through a notification issued by local…

November 25, 2024
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All educational institutions to remain closed in Islamabad, Rawalpindi tomorrow

The district administrations have announced the closure of educational institutions in Islamabad and Rawalpindi tomorrow (Monday) amid Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) "do-or-die" protest call.

November 24, 2024
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In bid to facilitate students, passing, grace marks raised for all boards across Pakistan

The government has raised the passing and grace marks for matric and intermediate students for all the boards across the nation under the new grading formula to encourage students and improve the promotion rate.

November 20, 2024
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Punjab govt orders all schools to reopen from Wednesday

The Punjab government on Tuesday announced the reopening of all schools across the province from November 20 (Wednesday), including Lahore and Multan, in the wake of improved air quality.

November 19, 2024
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Australia to offer new scholarships for Pakistani students

Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins announced plans to introduce new scholarships for Pakistani students, saying his country is committed to promoting education and skills development in Pakistan.

November 3, 2024
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University of Tasmania in Australia scholarships offer 25% tuition fee reduction

The University of Tasmania is inviting applications for the Tasmanian International Scholarship. Designed to recognise and reward academic excellence, this scholarship offers eligible new international students a 25 per cent reduction in tuition fees per…

October 20, 2024
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Punjab schools, colleges to remain closed tomorrow

The Punjab government has announced a holiday for all private and public schools, universities and colleges in the province on Friday (tomorrow), according to an official notification.

October 17, 2024
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Pakistan introduces new grading system for SSC, HSSC exams

The Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC) has introduced a new grading system for Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) examinations, aiming to promote fairness, transparency, and accuracy in student evaluation.

October 16, 2024
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Private schools to 'remain closed' in Islamabad tomorrow amid PTI's protest call

Citing possible road closure across the federal capital, the private schools' association has announced that the schools will remain closed on Friday (tomorrow) as Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) plans to hold protest for "judiciary's independence" at…

October 3, 2024
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Study in France: Emile Boutmy Scholarship now open for global applicants

The Emile Boutmy Scholarship for the academic year 2025-2026 is a fully funded award provided by Sciences Po in France. It is open to international students from across the globe and offers financial assistance for…

October 3, 2024
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MDCAT 2024 results announced

The results of the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) have been announced by Khyber Medical University (KMU). This year's results saw two students securing the top position with an impressive score of 194…

September 24, 2024
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Punjab govt launches scholarship scheme for students

In a move to support talented and deserving students of the province, the government of Punjab announced Chief Minister’s Scholarship Scheme.

September 7, 2024
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UK universities threatened by tougher visa curbs on international students

Universities in the United Kingdom on Thursday called for an increase in tuition fees for domestic students to tackles significant financial deficits after being hit hard on their pockets by tougher visa restrictions on international…