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Punjab Govt to End Friday Holiday in Schools

LAHORE: The Punjab government has clarified that the Friday holiday in educational institutions is not permanent and will be withdrawn in the coming weeks. Friday holiday to be phased out Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat said the government plans to abolish the Friday holiday after consultations with federal authorities. He made it clear that…

Pakistan, Canada Discuss Regional Developments

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand on Monday, during which both leaders exchanged views on regional developments and ongoing peace efforts. Focus on peace and diplomacy According to a Foreign Office statement, Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to dialogue and…

PPP Labour Bureau Announces Nationwide Day Observance

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Labour Bureau has announced that International Labour Day will be observed across the country with rallies, seminars, and processions to highlight workers’ rights and honour labour struggles worldwide. May Day events planned nationwide PPP Labour Bureau In-charge Chaudhry Manzoor Ahmad said on Monday that Labour Day will be marked…

Prof. Xiangbin Awarded Sitara-i-Pakistan for Advancing Cardiac

CHANGSHA, CHINA: President Asif Ali Zardari conferred the prestigious Sitara-i-Pakistan on renowned Chinese cardiologist Prof. Pan Xiangbin during a special investiture ceremony held in Changsha, in recognition of his exceptional services in cardiac care and his contributions to Pakistan’s healthcare sector. Recognition of medical excellence Prof. Pan Xiangbin, who serves as Vice President of Fuwai…