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UK withdraws diplomatic staff from Iran amid regional crisis

UK

LONDON/TEHRAN: Amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran, the United Kingdom (UK) has recalled its diplomatic staff from Tehran. According to the international media, Switzerland has also announced the temporary closure of its embassy in the Iranian capital due to security concerns. The moves come as several countries reassess their diplomatic presence in Iran amid … Read more

Fahad Mustafa shares last pictures from his European adventure

Fahad Mustafa shares last pictures from his European adventure

Fahad and his family explored Italy, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic.  Sana Fahad shared photos from their luxurious vacation with fans. The final stop was Prague, Czech Republic. For the past few days, we’ve been treated to a series of stunning family pictures from Fahad Mustafa’s Europe trip. The renowned actor and his family explored … Read more

Nida Yasir and Yasir Nawaz share stunning new photos from Grindelwald, Switzerland

Nida Yasir and Yasir Nawaz share stunning new photos from Grindelwald, Switzerland

Nida Yasir, a renowned Pakistani host, hosts a morning show. She is married to Pakistani actor and director Yasir Nawaz. The couple has three children: Fareed, Balaj, and Sila. Nida Yasir, a famous Pakistani host, has been hosting a morning show for around fifteen years and boasts a substantial social media following. She is married … Read more

Swiss nationals allowed visa-free entry to China

Swiss nationals allowed visa-free entry to China

In a show of commendable reciprocity, China and Switzerland have agreed to relax visa requirements for each other. China has declared that citizens from Switzerland will now enjoy visa-free entry, as part of a mutual agreement. In return, Switzerland has committed to providing increased visa facilitation for Chinese citizens and businesses investing in the country. … Read more

Swiss Right-Wing Party Surges as Voting Ends in 2023

Swiss Right-Wing Party Surges as Voting Ends in 2023

Switzerland’s general election ends with a likely right-wing populist victory. Key issues include anti-mass migration and opposition to “woke ideology.” New parliamentarians select the government on December 13. Switzerland wrapped up its general election with right-wing populist forces set to secure a commanding win, driven by anti-mass migration rhetoric and vows to combat what they … Read more

UEFA Postpones Israel-Switzerland Euro 2024 Qualifier

UEFA Postpones Israel-Switzerland Euro 2024 Qualifier

Israel-Switzerland Euro 2024 qualifier postponed due to security. UEFA delays all Israel matches for two weeks amid conflict. Evaluation ongoing for Israel-Kosovo game on October 15. In response to the ongoing security situation in Israel, Thursday’s Euro 2024 qualifier between Israel and Switzerland, originally slated to be held at Bloomfield Stadium in Tel Aviv-Yafo, has … Read more

Pakistani students can now study in Switzerland for free

Pakistani students can now study in Switzerland for free

The Swiss Government offers fully funded scholarships to Pakistani students for the academic year 2024-25. Scholarships are available for postgraduate researchers with a minimum of a master’s degree. The deadline to apply is September 30th. The Swiss Government, in collaboration with Pakistan’s Higher Education Commission, has introduced the ‘Excellence Scholarship for Pakistani Students’ for the … Read more

Switzerland Unveils Scholarships for Students from Pakistan

Australian university announces scholarships for Pakistani students
  • Swiss Government and HEC introduce ‘Excellence Scholarship for Pakistani Students’ for 2024-25.
  • Application deadline is September 30, with details available on the official website.
  • Scholarships aim to provide educational opportunities for foreign master’s and doctoral students.

The Swiss Government, in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission (HEC), has introduced the ‘Excellence Scholarship for Pakistani Students’ for the academic year 2024-25.

Scholarships have been announced for various programs, including one-year post-master’s research, three-year post-master’s, PhD, and one-year Post-Doctoral Programmes (PDP) for aspiring candidates, according to sources from the local HEC chapter.

Applicants are required to submit their applications to the Swiss embassy by September 30. Further information can be found on the official website, as per sources from the local HEC.

The primary aim of the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships is to provide educational opportunities to foreign scholars pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees.

Recipients of these scholarships will be chosen under the oversight of the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students.

In a separate initiative, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) has introduced a scholarship program for students from Gilgit-Baltistan, enabling them to study at renowned Pakistani universities and institutions.

As per an HEC official, applications are being accepted from outstanding Gilgit-Baltistan students interested in pursuing undergraduate studies (four/five-year BS programs) at HEC-recognized public sector universities and degree-awarding institutions (DAIs).

These scholarships are available for the academic year 2023-24 and cover all areas of study or disciplines under the project titled, “Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Gilgit-Baltistan Students in Top Pakistani Universities/Institutions (Batch-III).”

Regarding eligibility criteria, the official noted that applicants must hold a domicile or local certificate from Gilgit-Baltistan and have successfully completed their Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or its equivalent.

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Women’s World Cup 2023: Spain secures historic quarterfinal spot after impressive 5-1 win over Switzerland

Women's World Cup 2023: Spain secures historic quarterfinal spot after impressive 5-1 win over Switzerland

Spain advanced to the Women’s World Cup quarterfinal for the first time. The Spanish team defeated Switzerland 5-1. They will face the Netherlands in the quarterfinals. Spain secured a historic place in the Women’s World Cup quarterfinals with an impressive 5-1 victory over Switzerland. After a previous 4-0 defeat to Japan, Spain bounced back with … Read more

Saree in Rome: Viral Video Sensation

Saree in Rome

Onlookers applaud and take photos of her pink and gold saree. The video receives almost 5 million views. Users admire her for promoting ethnic wear in a Western-dominated fashion world. A video that Pallavi Raj, a digital content maker, published on Instagram is going viral. What makes the video so unique, you may wonder. She … Read more

World Swimming Championship: Pakistan’s Amaan Siddiqui creates record

World Swimming Championship

Amaan Siddiqui sets new national record in 400m freestyle event. Amaan Siddiqui misses out on World Championships final. Samuel Short wins 400m freestyle event at World Championships. Sixteen-year-old Mohammad Amaan Siddiqui from Pakistan set a new national record in the men’s 400-metre freestyle event in Fukuoka, Japan. He achieved this feat on Sunday, clocking an … Read more

Switzerland to Pakistan: 65-Year-Old Biker Completes Remarkable Trip to Pakistan

Switzerland to Pakistan

65-year-old Pakistani man’s extraordinary bike journey covers 13 countries, ending in Pakistan. Adventure filled with thrilling experiences and captivating sights. Explored diverse terrains and encountered various cultures and traditions. A 65-year-old Pakistani man residing in Switzerland embarked on an extraordinary bike journey, covering a total of 13 countries before finally reaching Pakistan. This incredible adventure … Read more

Mira Rajput jumps into freezing Switzerland lake goes viral

Mira Rajput jumps into freezing Switzerland lake goes viral

Mira Rajput posted a photo of herself ‘jumping into a chilly lake’ in Switzerland. Mira Rajput and Shahid are now on vacation in Europe. The couple’s first visit was Greece, and they are currently in Switzerland. Mira took to Instagram on Friday to share a beautiful photo of blue waters, a matching sky, and mountains … Read more

Pakistan attaches high importance to ties with Switzerland: PM

PM Shehbaz Switzerland

NATHIAGALI: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday reiterated the high importance Pakistan attached to its relations with Switzerland which were based on shared belief in fundamental principles of democracy and the rule of law. The prime minister received Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Swiss Confederation, Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis. The Swiss foreign minister, … Read more

‘Pakistan looks forward to cooperation from Switzerland in getting advance warning system’

Shehbaz Sharif

Pakistan and Switzerland signed a Memordandum of Understanding in Bhurban on Saturday for promotion of cooperation in the field of disaster management. The MoU was signed by the visiting Foreign Minister of Switzerland Ignazio Cassis and Chairman NDMA Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik. Speaking on the occasion, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan looks forward … Read more

Germany requests Switzerland to sell Leopard 2 tanks

Germany

The German government has asked to sell some of its decommissioned Leopard 2 tanks. Switzerland is prohibited from sending weapons directly to Ukraine. Bern has previously denied requests from Germany, Spain, and Denmark. The German government has asked Switzerland to sell some of its decommissioned Leopard 2 tanks, the Swiss and German governments announced on … Read more

Swiss govt rejects Spain’s request to re-export weapons

Spain

Switzerland refused Spain’s request to re-export anti-aircraft weapons. Citing the War Materials Act of Switzerland. “The requests were therefore answered in the negative.” Spain asked Switzerland to enable it to re-export anti-aircraft weapons made in Switzerland to Ukraine, but Switzerland refused. The government stated that Spain’s request for a waiver of the non-re-export requirement “was … Read more