The 164th Founder’s Day at Lawrence College, Ghora Gali was held on 26th September 2024. It is a significant occasion that commemorates the rich history and traditions of the prestigious institution. Held annually, the event celebrates the founding of the college in 1860 and honours its legacy of academic excellence, character-building, and leadership. The day…
Brig (R) Mujahid Alam Principal, Lawrence College Bismillah-Ar Rahman Ar Rahim. Honorable Ikram ul Majid Sehgal, Mrs. Sehgal, distinguished senior Gallians, GOC 12 Division, respected Staff and my dear young Gallians. Assalam o Alaikum, a very warm welcome to everyone, especially to our Chief Guest, Ikram Sehgal, Mrs. Sehgal, and Erum. As well as all…
The Middle East is in a region in flux. Israel is out to carve out new dynamics solely premised on aggression and intimidation, and the timeline of revulsion for the last one year confirms that any hope for a Palestinian statehood stands dashed. Gaza has been completely obliterated and the West Bank is at the…
The Filipino is a truly global labour force. Filipino workers can be found in hundreds of countries around the world. It is astounding to think that this archipelago in the middle of the Pacific can produce so many people who leave for so many destinations around the world. Daily, nearly 5000 people are leaving the…
It was anguish, boil down for revenge and days later, New Normal. That is how one can decipher the post-October 7, 2023, timeline of Gaza and the Middle East. It is pathetic and conscious-chilling to note that more than 50,000 have died so far, as Palestinians keep their fingers crossed. A year-long trajectory proved that…
The seminar, “Strengthening People-to-People Ties Between Pakistan and Bangladesh,” convened an esteemed panel of thought leaders, including the High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan, Muhammad Ruhul Alam Siddique, the Patron-in-Chief of the Karachi Council on Foreign Relations, Ikram Sehgal, and KCFR Chairperson, Ms. Nadira Panjwani. Through their insightful discourse, the speakers explored the pivotal role…
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s vision was an undivided Bengal and an undivided Punjab, “two countries one nation,” said the Vice Chairman of the Board of Management Quaid-e-Azam House, Ikram Sehgal. The Board of Management of the Quaid-e-Azam House Museum, formerly Flagstaff House, hosted a special event on 11 September 2024 – Wednesday to honor the…
Sikandar Hayat’s vision for the education sector in Punjab focuses on comprehensive reforms aimed at improving literacy rates, enhancing the quality of education, and ensuring equitable access for all students. Key components of his vision include modernizing the curriculum, integrating technology into classrooms, and strengthening teacher training programs. Additionally, Hayat emphasizes the importance of vocational…
The Asaan Mobile Account (AMA) scheme is a groundbreaking initiative that allows individuals to open a bank account using their mobile phone, without internet connectivity. It is launched by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) in collaboration with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and Virtual Remittance Gateway (VRG). The AMA platform has been launched under…
The launch of the 13th, 14th and 15th volumes named ‘Terms of Frustration’, ‘Dreams and the Reality’, and ‘The Kakar Model’ in Ikram Sehgal’s series, “A Personal Chronicle of Pakistan” took place at the Serena Hotel in Islamabad on August 9, 2024. The event drew a distinguished gathering, including prominent academicians, businessmen, government officials, military…
