A critical analysis of learning crisis in Gilgit-Baltistan schools
Gilgit-Baltistan’s learning crisis is not an isolated administrative lapse. It is a symptom of systemic neglect, class oppression, and institutional failure.
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Forts of Potohar — guardians of history and culture
by Farman Ali The Potohar region, with its rugged charm and profound historical depth, has long captivated the imagination of
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UK aid cuts may jeopardise climate pledges to vulnerable nations
The reduction in the UK’s aid budget raises critical questions about the country’s commitment to supporting developing nations in tackling climate change. At a time when global cooperation is essential, these cuts could weaken international climate action efforts and leave vulnerable communities struggling without the promised financial support.
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Stifled potential: how Pakistani academia fails researchers
by Z.A Zulfi A fellow researcher in a university once shared a striking anecdote. During a conversation, he jokingly rebuked
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Two Pakistani youth shine at global literary contest
News Desk Karachi – Two Pakistani youth make their mark at the 9th Oxford Big Read (OBR) Competition, a global
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How Generative AI is powering the Fourth Industrial Revolution
We stand on the cusp of a new epoch: the Fourth Industrial Revolution, driven by the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Among its transformative forces is Generative AI, a technology poised to redefine the future.
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‘Brain rot’ chosen as OUP’s word of the year
A public favourite word sheds light on humanity’s evolving relationship with technology News Desk The Oxford University Press (OUP) has
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Empowering Diamer youth: bridging the digital divide
Arshad initiated the groundbreaking “Digital Diamer” project. This ambitious initiative aims to empower local youth through comprehensive training in marketing and web development.
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Is a bully-free educational environment achievable?
Bullying, whether traditional or cyber, inflicts intentional harm due to power imbalances. Victims, often from diverse backgrounds, suffer social, emotional, and psychological consequences, including prolonged low self-esteem and confidence issues.
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Navigating handwriting hurdles
Handwriting not only impacts early literacy and fine motor skills but also lays the foundation for learning.
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Habib varsity gets global recognition
Habib University has been recognised as a premier liberal arts institution transforming higher education in the global South in two events in the USA – the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) annual meeting and a celebration of global philanthropists at Stanford University.
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OUP selects ‘rizz’ word of the year 2023
The Oxford University Press (OUP) has named “rizz” as its word of the year, highlighting the popularity of a term used by Generation Z to describe someone’s ability to attract or seduce another person.
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Oncologist for a paradigm shift in cancer treatment
Dr Azra Raza shares her groundbreaking research and explores the human experience at Habib University’s 8th Yohsin Lecture. The internationally acclaimed oncologist strongly opposed the conventional “slash-poison-burn” approach and advocated for a more cost-effective, less toxic, and efficient strategy for the future.
Read MoreBritish curriculum exams introduced in Pakistan
OxfordAQA offers students and educators access to internationally-recognized qualifications.
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One in every 10 children works, out of schools
Some 160 million children earn a living, instead of going to school; Child labour, springing from a lack of social justice, has increased during last 20 years: ILO official
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