Day: June 23, 2024

Pakistan Maths and Computer Science Olympiad (PMCSO) will conduct a nationwide competition in September this year to identify and nurture talented students in mathematics and computer science, promoting STEM education and excellence in Pakistan. According Minister of Federal Education and Professional Training PMCSO aims to encourage students to develop problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and a passion for math and computer science. The olympiad will provide a platform for students to showcase their talents, compete with peers, and strive for excellence. "This Olympiad will provide a platform for students across Pakistan to showcase their talents, compete with their peers, and strive for excellence" Nationwide Competition for grades 6-12. The Olympiad will be conducted in two categories: Mathematics and Computer Science. Students will have the opportunity to register and complete assessments online, making participation accessible from anywhere in the country. The top 500 performers in the Olympia d will be celebrated for their hard work and dedication. These high achievers will receive medals, certificates, and cash prizes. PMCSO will also offer mentorship and guidance opportunities to support their continued development. Source: Radio Pakistan

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says the protection of Pakistani citizens and foreigners in Pakistan is among the top priorities of the state. He was chairing a meeting in Lahore today regarding law and order and security projects in Islamabad. The forum was briefed regarding the current law and order situation in Islamabad and Islamabad Model Jail, Islamabad Safe City, Federal Anti-Terrorism Department and Special Protection Unit. It was also briefed regarding Islamabad National Facility Centers and K-9 unit established for identification and tracking of narcotics and explosives. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said any kind of negligence in maintaining law and order and protecting citizens will not be tolerated. He directed to hold inquiry into delay in completion of Islamabad Model Jail. He said the project of Islamabad Model Jail should be completed as soon as possible keeping in view the requirements of modern times. The Prime Minister directed to construct vocational training institute and hospital in Islamabad Model Prison. He said Chinese experts should be consulted for the formation of Special Protection Unit. He also directed to construct a forensic lab according to modern requirements in the Islamabad Safe City project. The Prime Minister issued instructions to ensure recruitment of manpower on the basis of merit, and provision of technology as per international standards and modern requirements for all security projects in Islamabad. Source: Radio Pakistan

Minister for Federal Education Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui has said education in the only thing that can put the country on the path of development and prosperity. He was talking to media persons after a meeting to discuss establishing campuses of educational institutions in Sindh in Karachi. The Minister said Government is trying to take Pakistan's every area, village and slum to a prosperous stage. He said that an agreement with Huawei has been signed regarding the education of two hundred thousand students in China. Source: Radio Pakistan

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar has urged all the political forces to join hands in fighting terrorism and making Pakistan a secure country for trade and investment. Speaking in the National Assembly, he expressed the determination to make Pakistan a great country by implementing the Azm-e-Istehkam resolve. The Minister further invited the opposition to present a shadow budget with their suggestions and proposals to improve the finance bill. He assured that the government will give due consideration to the opposition's suggestions. Attaullah Tarar said the opposition should have supported the resolution moved by the government regarding protection of minorities. He said the trend of road justice need to be stopped. Source: Radio Pakistan

The Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission has announced that International Nathiagali Summer College on Physics and Contemporary Needs will be inaugurated tomorrow. Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal will be the chief guest on this occasion. After the inauguration, special session on Pak- CERN collaboration will be held to celebrate 70 years of establishment of the European Organization for Nuclear Research, CERN. Pakistan is an associate member of CERN and has good collaboration with CERN. Source: Radio Pakistan

Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal says work on the five corridors will be started in the upgraded version of CPEC. Speaking in a TV program, he said the first corridor would be a 'corridor of growth' to bring rapid economic development, while the second corridor would be a 'corridor of livelihood' to eradicate poverty. Talking about the third corridor, which he called the 'corridor of innovation', will be on artificial intelligence while the fourth one will deal with 'green economy'. The Minister said benefits of CPEC will be shared with other regional countries to include them in the project under the last corridor of 'regional development'. Source: Radio Pakistan