Category: District

Faisalabad: Regional Police Faisalabad has signed an agreement with Globify Institute to provide police officers and their family members with subsidized training in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Information Technology (IT) and other emerging digital disciplines.

According to Regional Police spokesman Rizwan Bhatti, Regional Police Officer (RPO) Faisalabad Sohail Akhtar Sukhaira and Chief Executive Officer of Globify Institute Muhammad Shoaib signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on behalf of their institutions.

Under this agreement, police officers and their family members will receive special fee concessions for a range of market-oriented professional courses designed to equip learners with modern digital competencies and enhance their career prospects.

The training program will cover artificial intelligence (AI), Information Technology (IT), digital marketing, full-stack web development, graphic designing, video editing, social media marketing and career guidance, he added.

He said that the agreement also provides substantial educational support for the families of police personnel. Children of police martyrs and officers who died during service will receive 100 percent waiver in monthly tuition fees.

Similarly, children of Ghazi police officers will be entitled to 75 percent fee concession, while children of serving and retired police personnel will receive 50 percent reduction in monthly tuition fees, he added.

Speaking on the occasion, RPO Sohail Akhtar Sukhaira said that the initiative aimed to ensure easier access to quality training programs for police officers and their families, enabling them to benefit from the opportunities created by rapid technological advancement.

He said that artificial intelligence and modern digital skills had become essential requirements in today’s world, making it imperative to prepare the younger generation for emerging employment and entrepreneurial opportunities.

He said that provision of quality and affordable education to the children of police personnel is one of the top priorities of police department. The regional police were committed to support higher education for the children of police martyrs, Ghazi officers, and serving and retired employees through meaningful educational partnerships, he added.

Bahawalpur: Commissioner Bahawalpur Division Irfan Ali Kathia inspected the ongoing development projects at Dring Stadium, including the under-construction commercial plaza being developed under a sustainable model, and directed officials to ensure timely completion while maintaining high construction standards.

During the visit, Director Development briefed the Commissioner on the project’s progress, informing him that the commercial plaza has a total approved cost of Rs. 68.53 million, of which Rs. 40 million has already been utilized.

The briefing revealed that the overall physical progress of the project stands at 64 percent, while construction of the commercial plaza has reached 70 percent completion. Officials further informed the Commissioner that 100 percent of the funds allocated for the previous financial year had been utilized, and construction work is progressing at a satisfactory pace. Commissioner Irfan Ali Kathia directed the concerned authorities to complete the commercial plaza at the earliest in accordance with prescribed quality standards, stating that the project would generate additional revenue for the stadium, create new income opportunities and strengthen sports infrastructure in the region.

The Commissioner also inspected the stadium grounds and other ongoing development works. He instructed officials to complete all projects within the stipulated timeline without compromising construction quality and to ensure that all facilities become operational as soon as possible so that residents, athletes and youth of Bahawalpur can benefit from improved, modern and high-quality sports and recreational facilities. Speaking on the occasion, Commissioner Irfan Ali Kathia said the Punjab government is committed to providing modern sports and recreational facilities to the public. He emphasized that all relevant departments should ensure the timely, transparent and quality completion of development projects so that citizens can benefit from these initiatives without delay. Director Development, Director Sports, Deputy Director Technical, and other relevant officials were also present during the inspection.

Sargodha: Deputy Commissioner Hussain Ahmad Raza Chaudhry on Wednesday chaired a meeting to review progress on the public welfare initiatives, ongoing development projects and various administrative matters in the district.

According to the spokesperson for the DC office here, Additional Deputy Commissioner General Rana Muhammad Abu Bakar, Assistant Commissioners of all tehsils, Executive Engineer Buildings, District Sports Officer, PMU team, Deputy Director Walled City and other relevant officers attended the meeting.

The meeting reviewed progress on the construction of PERA offices, the PDMA warehouse, Shahpur Sports Complex, Bhera Archaeological Project and other development and administrative targets set by the Chief Minister Punjab.

He ordered strict monitoring to ensure the availability of flour, roti and bread at officially fixed prices.

Mansehra: Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf on Wednesday said universities must go beyond awarding degrees and focus on producing research-oriented, ethical, and responsible future leaders capable of steering Pakistan’s progress.

He made these remarks while addressing a ceremony during the visit of the Rector of the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), Professor Dr. Ahmad Saad Al-Ahmad, to Hazara University Mansehra.

The IIUI Rector, who was accompanied by the federal minister, met Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Ikramullah Khan and discussed matters of mutual interest. The delegation was also shown a documentary highlighting Hazara University’s history, development projects, infrastructure, and achievements in academics and research.

Addressing the ceremony, Professor Dr. Ahmad Saad Al-Ahmad praised Hazara University’s transformation, saying the institution had overcome numerous challenges to emerge as a leading center of higher education through the dedication of its faculty and staff. He said Pakistan and Saudi Arabia enjoyed deep-rooted brotherly relations based on mutual trust, shared Islamic values, and cooperation, expressing confidence that both countries would continue to work together to address regional challenges.

The rector also expressed hope that stronger institutional links between the International Islamic University Islamabad and Hazara University would further enhance cooperation in education and research.

Federal Minister Sardar Muhammad Yousaf said universities could play a vital role in providing intellectual, scientific, and moral foundations to young people, stressing that institutions of higher learning should nurture research, innovation, character building, and a spirit of public service alongside academic excellence.

He commended Hazara University for its steady progress in higher education and research, noting that it was providing quality education to thousands of students from across the country. The minister also appreciated the Government of Saudi Arabia for establishing Jamia Al-Imam Malik Abdul Aziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud at Hazara University, calling it a lasting gift that would continue to benefit future generations.

He further urged the IIUI Rector to strengthen academic, research, and creative collaboration between the two universities. Earlier, Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Ikramullah Khan briefed the visiting delegation on the university’s ongoing academic activities and development projects. The ceremony was attended by deans, professors, and heads of academic and administrative departments.

Sialkot: A delegation from the Bedari Organization on Wednesday called on the Vice Chancellor of Government College Women University Sialkot (GCWUS), Prof. Dr. Shazia Bashir, to discuss opportunities for mutual collaboration in the areas of women’s empowerment, education and student development.

According to a press release issued by the university, the meeting focused on establishing joint initiatives aimed at empowering female students, fostering leadership skills and broadening educational opportunities.

During the interaction, both sides discussed strategies to promote awareness on social issues, enhance gender equality and create platforms for capacity building and skill enhancement among young women.

Prof. Dr. Shazia Bashir emphasized the varsity’s commitment to supporting holistic development for its students, noting that partnerships with civil society organizations play a pivotal role in strengthening community engagement and social progress.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment between GCWUS and the Bedari Organization to forge long-term partnerships that promote awareness, leadership and sustainable opportunities for young women.

Sargodha: Police through prompt action successfully recovered a seven-year-old mentally challenged girl within hours of her going missing from the City Police jurisdiction on Wednesday.

According to police sources, upon receiving a complaint regarding the missing girl, identified as Saweera, the concerned Station House Officer (SHO) immediately constituted a special team to trace her.

After coordinated efforts, the police team tracked down and safely recovered the girl within a few hours. She was later reunited with her family after necessary procedures.