ISLAMABAD, Dec 16 (APP): Paying tribute to the martyrs of Army Public School (APS) Peshawar, the lawmakers from both side of aisde on Wednesday called for unity and determination to eliminate menace of terrorism from the country.
Private educational institutions made education a commercial commodity
By Mudassar Iqbal
ISLAMABAD, 16 Dec (APP): The staggering increase in number of private schools and academies in twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad shows that education sector has rapidly becoming one of the leading commercialized sectors of the country.
It seems to become a common phenomenon that private institutions are often being administrated by local businessmen who make tall claims for giving quality education and attract people by using novel techniques of publicity.
Foreign exchange rates
KARACHI, Dec 16 (APP): The Exchange Rates Committee of Financial Markets Association of Pakistan issued the following exchange rates bulletin here on Wednesday.
LIBOR FOR CALCULATING INTEREST ON SPECIAL US DOLLAR BONDS VIDE SBP F.E. CIRCULAR NO.42 & 21.07.98 & 04.08.98 RESPECTIVELY.
Pak-Afghan ties critical aspect of stability in Afghanistan, US Defense Report
WASHINGTON, Dec 16 (APP): The relationship between Pakistan and the Afghan government remains a critical aspect of enhancing security and stability in Afghanistan, according to a latest report by the U.S. Defence Department.
The report was submitted by the Defense Department to the Congress on Monday and covers the period between June 1 through November 30, 2015.
NBP Exchange Rates
KARACHI, Dec 16 (APP): Treasury Management Division of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Wednesday issued the following exchange rates:
PM arrives APS to attend first anniversary of martyrs
PESHAWAR, Dec 16 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif here Wednesday arrived at Army Public School to attend the first anniversary of the martyrs of the school and to express solidarity with the victims families.
UN chief marks anniversary of attack on APS, praises students’ resilience
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 16 (APP): UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon Wednesday marked the first anniversary of the deadly terrorist attack on the Army Public School (APS) in Peshawar, saying no cause justifies brutality against children.
“No grievance excuses the horror and cowardice of attacking defenceless children while they learn,” the UN chief said in a message released by his office.
The Secretary-General said, “I join with all of you in honouring the many lives lost in the horrific terror attack on the APS in Peshawar on December 16, 2014.I extend my thoughts and good wishes to the family, friends and loved ones of all the victims”.
“One year later, I know the pain and sorrow of this utterly
senselessness act remains fresh.So does the outrage.No cause justifies such brutality”.
“I have been deeply moved by the resolve and resilience of students as they returned to school just weeks after the attack.Through that simple act, they have shown the power of education, hope and peace”.
“Going to school should not have to be an act of bravery.Schools must be safe and secure learning spaces.Thank you for coming together to remember the fallen students and recommit to ensuring the right to safe and quality education for all.”
Pakistan calls for boosting int’l cooperation to end malicious use of ICTs in cyberspace
UNITED NATIONS, Dec 16 (APP): Pakistan Tuesday called for enhanced cooperation among states and other stakeholders to strengthen security in the use of information and communication technologies (ICTs), saying their malicious use in cyberspace posed risks to users.
“Use of cyberspace by criminals and terrorists cannot be permitted and we, as responsible members of the global community, must ensure that such elements do not operate in cyberspace to further their nefarious designs,” Information Technology Minister Anusha Rehman Khan told the U.N.
APS horrendous attack strengthens national unity: Acting President
ISLAMABAD, Dec 15 (APP): Acting President Mian Raza Rabbani has said that the appalling and horrendous attack on Army Public School (APS) did not deter the resolve of the nation, instead it breathed a new life into national unity and solidarity.
It brought the whole spectrum of political and military leadership on one platform in the fight against dark forces of extremism and terrorism, he said in a message on the first anniversary of the dastardly attack on the innocent lives of Army Public School Peshawar.
SBP launches 2nd A2F Report to improve financial inclusion
KARACHI, Dec 15 (APP): Governor, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Ashraf Mahmood Wathra launched 2nd Access to Finance (A2F) Survey Report-2015 entitled “State of Financial Access and usage in Pakistan” for encouraging all stakeholders (Banks) to improve financial inclusion, at SBP, here on Tuesday.