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Express Tribune
14 hours ago
- Express Tribune
PTA to block SIMs of deceased from 30th
The National Database Registration Authority (NADRA) has shared its data with the country's telecom regulatorthe Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA)as the latter prepares to launch a crackdown against those using SIM cards issued to people who are now deceased. The PTA is going to block all such SIM cards as they are also being used in various crimes including financial frauds, online scams as well as violent crimes. This grand operation is going to start on June 30. According to PTA sources, NADRA has provided the PTA with detailed data that includes a list of all relevant identity cards on which thousands of mobile phones are currently active. Based on the schedule proposed by NADRA, this operation will be carried out in phases. The disconnection of mobile SIMs will begin on June 30 for those whose CNICs expired in 2017. The second phase will start on November 30, and in the final phase on December 31, all such mobile SIMs will be completely deactivated. NADRA officials have stated that if the relatives of deceased individuals or those whose CNICs have expired wish to retain the SIMs under their own names, they should update the records. The identity cards of deceased persons must be submitted to NADRA to ensure proper documentation. Otherwise, from June 30, the PTA will begin blocking all SIMs that are operating on expired or deceased individuals' identity cards.
Time of India
19 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
KSU alleges unjust PTA fund increase at Maharaja's College
Kochi: Kerala Students Union (KSU) demanded the immediate dissolution of the parent-teacher association (PTA) at Maharaja's College, alleging an unjust hike in PTA funds. It claimed that the hike imposes a severe financial burden on students from economically weaker sections. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to KSU Maharaja's unit president Rajeev Patric, PTA funds for postgraduate (PG) and undergraduate (UG) students were increased by Rs 500 each. As a result, PG students are now required to pay Rs 2,500 and UG students Rs 2,000. "This arbitrary fee hike deeply affects students, most of whom come from poor and underprivileged backgrounds," he said. KSU pointed out that a significant number of students seeking admission at the college hail from tribal settlements and backward regions. "While principal and college management stand united in extracting money, ordinary students are left to suffer. This move tarnishes the image of a prestigious institution like Maharaja's," said Patric. KSU also criticised the collection of an additional Rs 500 from each student during admission to fund the college's 150th anniversary celebration.
Wales Online
a day ago
- Business
- Wales Online
Parents do overtime and sell on eBay as school trips now cost £400
Parents do overtime and sell on eBay as school trips now cost £400 Some children are having to give up their pocket money or raise their own funds to pay for trips Students fill a bus as they head out on a school trip Some parents are working extra hours or selling possessions to fund school trips, a survey has found. About one in eight (13%) parents with school-age children said they have worked overtime to meet the cost of away days or residential trips, according to public sector insurer Zurich Municipal. Meanwhile, 9% said they have taken to selling possessions on second-hand sites such as Vinted or eBay to cover the cost. The research also indicated that, in some cases, children's own pocket money or fundraising efforts had been used to help pay for the trip. About one in seven (15%) parents also said they had needed to make their own sacrifices and 'go without' to be able to afford to send their child on an educational excursion. More than a third (35%) of parents surveyed said the ongoing cost of living is their biggest challenge and nearly a quarter (24%) blamed utility bills. The research indicated parents were paying around £30 on average for a day school trip and £412 on average for a residential trip. Nearly two-fifths (39%) of parents said they believe school trips are a critical part of their child's education and nearly half (49%) said children learn a lot from a school trip. Learning life skills was also seen as a valued benefit of school trips, with 61% of parents believing they help children to be adventurous and learn new skills, 59% believing they help children's independence and 57% saying they give children a confidence boost. In general, parents who are struggling with school-related costs may benefit from seeing what support is available from the school, the local authority or the parent teacher association (PTA). Article continues below The survey also indicated that schools are conscious of the financial pressure that parents are facing. More than a fifth (22%) of parents said their child's school had either covered the full cost of the trip, subsidised it or even taken part in fundraising activities to ensure pupils did not miss out on the opportunity to enrich their knowledge of a subject. Jason Elsom, chief executive officer at Parentkind, a network of PTA fundraisers, said: 'School trips are an important milestone in children's lives and something that many of us look back on and reminisce about as we get older. But these trips are becoming more expensive and unfortunately many parents are struggling to afford them. 'Parent teacher associations work tirelessly all year round to raise money for their school. A new trend we've seen emerge over the last year is the number of PTAs now stepping up to cover the cost of these extracurricular activities. Article continues below 'Schools struggle with budgets at the best of times and it is important we do what we can to make sure children don't lose out on school trips.' Natalie Bate, head of education at Zurich Municipal, said: 'These trips are a key milestone in a child's education and often open children up to experiences they wouldn't necessarily have with their parent or guardian outside of school. School trips should conjure up happy memories, but the truth of the matter is that they're now often steeped with guilt or embarrassment as parents struggle to find the money to pay for their children to attend.' Zurich Municipal's analysis of claims data indicates that cancellations or lost deposits are a particularly common claim that schools make on their school trip insurance policies. The survey research was carried out by OnePoll in May, among 1,000 parents of children aged five to 16 years old across the UK.
Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
PTA chief, envoy discuss digital cooperation
Listen to article Chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), Major General (R) Hafeezur Rehman, held a high-level meeting with Pakistan's Ambassador to Norway, Saadia Altaf Qazi, during his official visit to Norway to represent Pakistan at the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2025. According to an official statement released by PTA on Thursday, the meeting focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in the digital sector and identifying strategic opportunities to strengthen Pakistan's digital footprint on the global stage. During the meeting, the PTA chairman briefed the ambassador on the country's evolving digital regulatory landscape. He highlighted PTA's strategic priorities, including expanding digital inclusion, improving broadband penetration, and bolstering cybersecurity, all in line with international best practices. The statement noted that Ambassador Qazi appreciated PTA's proactive efforts in driving an inclusive and secure digital transformation. She assured the PTA chairman of her full support in promoting international collaborations that align with Pakistan's vision of a connected and empowered nation.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- General
- Daily Mail
Backstabbing, bitching and bribery. This is the shocking story of how I was set upon by the PTA power mums... and the cake sale that proved to be my downfall: SUSANNAH JOWITT
My children had only been at their primary school for a week when I was set upon by the dreaded Parent Teacher Association (PTA). There was enough of the eager-to-please about me to attract the attention of the all-powerful leaders. Then they discovered I was a journalist, which meant I probably had a few connections and, more importantly, worked from home (code for 'free to do their bidding').
