Beyond Enrollment: The Text Book Crisis in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
PESHAWAR — When the new academic year commenced, Shazma (name changed), a secondary school student in Charsadda, eagerly awaited the free textbooks that the provincial government promised under regional educational mandates. Weeks into her semester, her desk remained empty. Without essential learning materials, Shazma quickly began struggling to keep pace with daily lessons and critical […]
RMC hosts annual student cultural funfair
PESHAWAR – Rehman Medical College (RMC) km Saturday hosted its annual student cultural funfair. Thr campus transformed into a vibrant display of colours, creativity, and cultural expression. This popular event effectively showcased Pakistan’s rich heritage through traditional food stalls, attire, music, and jewelry. Furthermore, it combined lively celebration with thoughtful student engagement on key social […]
RCD holds 3D model competition for dental students
PESHAWAR: The Department of Oral Biology at the Rehman College of Dentistry (RCD) organised a 3D model competition for first professional Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) students on Wednesday. The event was designed to encourage academic creativity and scientific understanding among the participants. According to the organisers, a total of 15 groups participated in the […]
KP Education Boards: Is It Time to Rethink Practical Exams?
PESHAWAR – Recent examination reforms introduced by educational boards across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) have sparked a fresh debate regarding the transparency and efficacy of the province’s assessment system. While efforts to curb cheating and promote merit in written exams have been widely welcomed, the current mechanism for practical examinations remains a significant concern for students, […]
4.9m Out-of-School Children in KP Face Uncertain Future
PESHAWAR – Education serves as the primary cornerstone for social and economic development. However, in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), millions of children remain disconnected from the classroom. This crisis leaves their futures uncertain and their potential largely unrealized. Despite various legal and policy commitments, the constitutional right to education remains unfulfilled for a staggering number of […]
KP Launches Campaign to Enroll 4.9mn Out-of-School Children
PESHAWAR — The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has initiated a province-wide campaign to ensure every child gains access to formal education. Developed under the provincial Good Governance Roadmap, this initiative brings together multiple departments to track, assist, and enroll millions of children currently excluded from the academic system. A Data-Driven Roadmap Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah […]
Private Schools Propose Private Testing Agencies to Replace Cluster Exam System
PESHAWAR — Private educational institutions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have submitted critical proposals to reform the current matriculation and intermediate examination framework. Specifically, they advocate for handing over examination halls to private testing agencies. These institutions argue that formal agreements with independent agencies will ensure the genuine implementation of government policies regarding examination reforms in Khyber […]
Why a Four-Day Schooling Week is Best Path Forward
PESHAWAR—The Private Schools Association has advised four-day schooling in a week to navigate the deepening energy and fuel crises. This proposal is a direct alternative to total institutional closures, which the association warns would inflict irreparable damage on academic continuity. Stakeholders are calling for a policy rooted in specific “ground realities” rather than unilateral administrative […]
KP Finalizes Plan to Regularize 14,001 Ad Hoc Teachers
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Education Department has finalized a proposal to grant permanent status to 14,001 ad hoc teachers. Consequently, this move aims to resolve long-standing seniority issues. Furthermore, it streamlines the upcoming recruitment of 17,000 new permanent educators across the province. The department prepared a working paper to amend Section 3 of the KP […]
HEC Makes Artificial Intelligence Mandatory for All University Degrees
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has issued a new directive for Pakistan’s universities. All undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs must now include a HEC mandatory Artificial Intelligence (AI) course. This decision applies to both public and private institutions across the country. Also Read: New Grading System for Matric and Inter to Launch Next Week Every student […]