The first author is a Professor of English at Riphah International University, Lahore, and a lead guest editor at Emerald and Springer Publishing. The second author is an Assistant Professor of English at Government Graduate College for Women, Samanabad, Lahore. The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan defines itself as “an independent, autonomous, and constitutionally […]
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HEC, 20 Pakistani Varsities begin series of Education Expos in Bangladesh
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan has begun the second series of Pakistan Higher Education Expos to showcase the higher education opportunities for the Bangladeshi students under the Pakistan-Bangladesh Knowledge Corridor. The first exhibition of the series was held in Dhaka. The academic showcasing activity, wherein 20 prestigious Pakistani universities are participating, will also be […]
HEC imposes ban on establishment of new varsities, sub-campuses
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has implemented a strict policy regarding the establishment of new universities and sub-campuses at the tehsil level, under which no new institution can be established without permission. The HEC has issued a letter to the vice-chancellors and heads of all universities, making it clear that the establishment of any sub-campus […]
Senate panel backs bill for 33pc women representation
ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Education has approved a bill aimed at ensuring 33 per cent representation of women across federal boards, statutory bodies, public sector organisations and affiliated committees, marking a significant step toward gender inclusivity in governance. Read More: Islamabad on high alert amid foreign delegations’ arrival The meeting, chaired by Senator Bushra Anjum Butt, […]
HEC chief vows support for PU’s Dept of Film, Broadcasting
Chairperson of the Department of Film & Broadcasting, SCS University of the Punjab, Prof. Dr. Lubna Zaheer had a meeting with the Chairman of the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmed Akhtar. She congratulated him on assuming the charge of the Commission and expressed her confidence that, given his vast and distinguished […]
HEC announces fully-funded Chinese scholarships for 2026
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has announced the Chinese Government Scholarship – High-Level Postgraduate Program 2026 (Type B) for Master’s and PhD studies at Tianjin University. The fully funded scholarship is open to exceptional Pakistani students in engineering, sciences, management, humanities, and social sciences. Applications are being accepted until January 18, 2026. Read […]
HEC chairman post vacant as selection awaits approval
ISLAMABAD: The appointment of the chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) continues to face delays, although the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training remains hopeful that the process will be completed in the coming days. Reda More: Academic circles hope HEC to regain reputation under Dr Mukhtar The position fell vacant on July 30 following […]
Sindh universities ordered to verify all employees’ degrees
KARACHI: The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Sindh Assembly on Wednesday directed all public universities in the province to verify the educational degrees of their employees and officials through the Higher Education Commission (HEC) within three months. The decision came after PAC discovered that 10 employees of the Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) […]
UAF teacher arrested over student harassment in Vehari
TOBA TEK SINGH – Vehari district police on Friday arrested a teacher from the University of Agriculture Faisalabad’s (UAF) Burewala sub-campus over allegations of harassing a female student. The arrest came after a video of the assistant professor allegedly harassing the student went viral on social media in June. Read More: Report on harassment case at Islamia […]
Stagnant HEC budget threatens university progress, may impact scholarships
ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) is facing financial constraints due to a stagnant budget allocation, which experts warn could impede universities’ progress towards financial self-sustainability and force an increase in tuition fees, creating barriers for underprivileged students. The education ministry’s reply to the National Assembly, presented by Minister Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, stated that […]