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Education ministers and health officials decides to reopen Schools from Sept 15

September 7, 2020 by Web Desk

Pakistan education Ministers and health officials have decided on Monday to reopen schools across the country from September 15. According to the details, Education Minister Shafqat Mahmood chaired a meeting of Pakistan’s provincial education ministers to make a final decision on whether to reopen educational institutes across the country from September 15. The Higher Education Commission’s … Read more

Schools to Reopen from September 15

September 7, 2020September 7, 2020 by Web Desk

Provincial Education Minister Sindh Saeed Ghani has announced to reopen schools from September 15 with strict implementations of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) amid the Coronavirus pandemic. Sindh Education Minister Saeed Ghani said all educational institutes were to open between September 15 and 30. All classes starting Grade 9 and up, as well as all universities, … Read more

Coronavirus: Australia aims to roll out 85 million vaccine doses

September 7, 2020 by Komal Fatima

Australia announced that it will secure around 85 million doses of coronavirus vaccine if two trials go successful. Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced that two deals have been made that would allow free doses to be introduced in 2021 if they were approved for use. He said that the estimated cost may be A$1.7bn (£0.9bn; … Read more

Reopening of Schools: Final decision to be made today

September 7, 2020 by Web Desk

The Government of Pakistan will make the final decision today regarding the reopening of schools across the country from September 15. According to the details, the decision will be made in an inter-provincial meeting of education ministers. Federal Minister for Education Shafqat Mahmood will chair the meeting which will also be attended by officials of the … Read more

Coronavirus: Arrests as hundreds gather for anti-lockdown protests in Australia

September 6, 2020 by Komal Fatima

Several people have been arrested in Australia amid anti-lockdown protests attended by hundreds nationwide. Around 300 people marched in Melbourne in wake of strict measures that have been implemented for a month. They chanted “freedom” and “human rights matter” after heavy police presence. Anti-lockdown protests have also occurred in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth. Victoria … Read more

Federal govt considering to reopen educational institutions in phases

September 4, 2020 by Aizbah Khan

Federal Minister for Education Shafqat Mahmood has said that a proposal to gradually open schools and higher education institutions from September 15 to September 30 is under consideration under which primary schools will be opened from September 30 keeping in view the situation. Addressing a press conference in Islamabad along with Special Assistant for Health … Read more

“Reopening of Schools: Final decision on September 7”

September 4, 2020 by Web Desk

Federal Education Minister Shafqat Mahmood has said that the final decision on the opening of the schools will be taken on September 7. Addressing press conference along with State Health Minister Dr Faisal Sultan in Islamabad, Federal Education Minister Shafqat Mahmood said the children’s education suffered to a great extent due to lockdowns. He said … Read more

Coronavirus: Pakistan Active cases toll down to 8,909

September 4, 2020 by Web Desk

After more recoveries from the novel coronavirus reported in the country, the active cases toll now stands at 8,909. According to the government’s COVID-19 portal, 282,268 patients have recovered from Coronavirus in Pakistan. Of the 23,218 coronavirus tests carried out over the last twenty-four hours, 498people tested positive. Seven new deaths have also been reported … Read more

BCCI staff in UAE tests COVID-19 positive ahead of IPL 2020

September 4, 2020 by Web Desk

BCCI denies its involvement in the cancellation of Eng, NZ’s Pakistan tours

Medical Staff of Board of Cricket Control India BCCI in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

According to top the details, a senior member of the BCCI medical team in the UAE has tested positive for coronavirus.

This development comes after 13 people tested positive for COVID-19 after reaching the UAE.

On August 29, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that 13 personnel including two players had tested positive for COVID-19.

Then later on On September 1, Chennai Super Kings CEO Kasi Viswanathan had confirmed that there are no fresh coronavirus cases in the contingent.

Let it be known that the IPL 2020 is scheduled to be played from September 19 to November 10 in the UAE across three venues, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.

This time, both the afternoon and evening matches will be played half-an-hour earlier than usual.

Earlier Indian Skipper Virat Kohli also warned Indian Premier League (IPL) players of serious “repercussions” for the tournament if they breach coronavirus precautionary rules.

Education Minister rejects false news about the closure of schools

September 4, 2020 by Web Desk

Education Minister Shafqat Mahmood tested positive for COVID-19

Federal Minister for Education Shafqat Mahmood on Friday rejected false news that schools across the country would remain closed till October due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Shafqat Mahmood said the meeting between all the education ministers will decide the likelihood of reopening schools and that too, in a phased manner.

“Some fake accounts in my name are spreading false news that schools will remain closed till Oct. Not true.

Education ministers meet on 7th to finally decide with the likelihood of opening on Sept 15 in a phased manner,” he said in his tweet.

Some fake accounts in my name are spreading false news that schools will remain closed till Oct. Not true. Education ministers meet on 7th to finally decide with likelihood of opening on Sept 15 in a phased manner

— Shafqat Mahmood (@Shafqat_Mahmood) September 4, 2020

He chaired a conference of the education ministers of all four provinces in Islamabad where it unanimously decided not to reopen schools before September 15.

On the other hand Chairman All Sindh Private Schools and Colleges Association Haider Ali that a meeting will be called on 10th September involving all stakeholders.

Chairman Haider Ali said that prolong and continuous closure of educational institutions must now end.

He assured that the institutions will be reopened with specified SOPs.

The chairman also warned that protests will be conducted if education ministers do not present clear policy in the meeting.

Furthermore, Haider Ali said that people in the education sector suffering from severe mental and financial distress.

Pak-Afghan trade resumes under SOPs after Coronavirus subsides

September 3, 2020 by Aizbah Khan

Trade activities were resumed at Angoor Ada, an important trade centre between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Hundreds of trucks full of goods started coming to Pakistan from Afghanistan every day. Coronavirus had stifled trade here. Now the Angoor Ada has once again been opened for commercial activities but this time with better facilities. [embedpost slug=”/pak-afghan-border-closure-issue-submits-its-preliminary-report/”] A … Read more

Major Setback for PSG as Neymar tests COVID-19 positive

September 3, 2020 by Web Desk

A major setback to the preparations of football club Paris Saint Germain for the scheduled start of their Ligue 1 campaign next week, main player Neymar and three others have tested positive for the novel coronavirus. According to the reports, PSG said in a statement said “Three Paris Saint-Germain players have confirmed positive Sars CoV2 … Read more

Coronavirus: 281,459 patients recovered in the country

September 2, 2020 by Web Desk

As many as 281,459 patients have now been recovered from the novel coronavirus in Pakistan. According to the latest statistics by the government’s COVID-19 portal, there are now 8,813 active coronavirus cases in the country. Of the 20480 coronavirus tests carried out over the last twenty-four hours, 441 people tested positive. Eighteen new deaths have … Read more

Pakistan Inflation rate witnessed ease of 8.2% in August

September 2, 2020 by Web Desk

Pakistan Bureau of Statistics has issued the latest figures about the inflation rate in the country that has witnessed ease of 8.2% which is the lowest in three months. According to the details, the average rate of increase in prices of goods and services stood at 8.21% in August. Last time the inflation reading had … Read more

NCOC discusses testing strategy for Schools

September 2, 2020September 2, 2020 by Web Desk

The National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) on Wednesday discussed testing strategy for educational institutions after recommencement expected from September 15 to in time detection of disease spread and pandemic hotspots. The NCOC meeting chaired by Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Asad Umar took stock of update on meeting related to opening … Read more

Economy of Australia dives into first recession in nearly 30 years

September 2, 2020 by Web Desk

The economy of Australia has dived into its first recession in nearly 30 years, as it suffers the economic fallout from the novel coronavirus. According to the details, Gross domestic product (GDP) shrunk 7% in the April-to-June quarter compared to the previous three months. An economy is considered to be in recession if it sees … Read more

Brent Crude Gains 27 cents in Tuesday Trade reaching 5 month high

September 1, 2020 by Web Desk

Oil Prices witnessed gains for the second straight day of the business week (Tuesday) reaching its highest level in over 5 months. According to the details, Brent crude futures climbed 27 cents, or 0.6%, to $45.55 a barrel at 0055 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures rose 21 cents, or 0.5%, to $42.82 … Read more

Coronavirus: India sets record for World’s highest single-day increase

August 31, 2020August 31, 2020 by Komal Fatima

India has reported 78,761 new cases of coronavirus in 24 hours, the world’s highest single-day increase. The country has the third-highest number of Covid-19 cases in the world, after the USA and Brazil. According to the statistics by the worldometer, there are 3,624,613 confirmed cases of coronavirus out of which 64,646 have died whereas 2,775,194 have … Read more

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