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September 3, 2021

Spring 2021 final term examinations: request for rescheduling of missed/unplanned

Lahore, September 03, 2021 (PPI-OT):A student may request for rescheduling of Missed/Unplanned paper(s) on or before Thursday, September 23, 2021. No request will be entertained after the specified date. The rescheduling rules may be accessible through the following link:

http://handbook.vu.edu.pk/HandBook_Pages/ReschedulingOfExaminations.htm

NOTE:

The re-schedule chance shall be provided only once.

Rescheduling fee is non-refundable in any case irrespective of his/her appearance in rescheduled paper(s).

The rescheduled paper(s) for both local and overseas students shall be conducted as per the following schedule:

Date of Rescheduled Exam: Saturday, September 25, 2021

Fee voucher(s) of prescribed fee shall be payable before the announcement of result.

A maximum of Seven (07) papers can be rescheduled in spring 2021 Final Term Examinations.

Procedure:

Open VULMS–Student Services–Examinations Department– Apply for Rescheduling of Papers.

(The missed paper(s) will be available for rescheduling after 24 hours of actual paper time)

Select Preferred City of Appearance from the drop-down list.

(Overseas Students shall select Preferred City as “Overseas”).

Submit Request.

Once your request is duly processed, a confirmation email will be sent on your VU email address (Please check Inbox/Spam/Junk-Email) from no-reply@vu.edu.pk.

(University requires at least 24-48 hours for processing your request).

Now, you must take a fresh print of your Exam Entrance slip from http://datesheet.vu.edu.pk

In case of any query regarding rescheduling, please contact at

Email: rescheduling@vu.edu.pk

Telephone: 042-99204760, 042-99203899

What Sapp: 03000656904 (Queries of Local Students)

What Sapp: 03000656908(Queries of Overseas Students)

For more information, contact:
Virtual University of Pakistan (VU)
M.A. Jinnah Campus, Defence Road, Off Raiwind Road,
Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-111-880-880
Fax: +92-42-99200604, +92-42-99202174
Website: www.vu.edu.pk

September 3, 2021

Overseas exam software installation/configuration and guidelines – Spring 2021

Lahore, September 03, 2021 (PPI-OT):Overseas Exam Software and related materials have been made available for download. Please make sure to install the latest exam application available on the link given below. In addition, students must follow the sequence of instructions given below for smooth and error-free installation:

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

A student must have complete administrative access to their machine (i.e., desktop or Laptop), and use a persona internet connection. Do not use an office system and internet connection with administrator restrictions/policies.

HARDWARE:

Core i3 (or above)

2 GB of Ram (Minimum)

Internet Connection (2 MB Minimum)

OPERATING SYSTEM:

Use only a Windows 10 (64 bit) equal or above version 1909

System default language MUST be English (United States). It can be set from Control Panel — Region and Language — Format

SOFTWARE

Download and install in sequence the following pre-requisite soft wares and Exam application from the following link:

http://qb.vu.edu.pk/login.aspx

Microsoft. Net Framework 4.5.2

Microsoft Visual C++ 2012 Redistributable (x64) version 11.0.61030

Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable (x64) version 14.0.24123

VUTES Overseas 2.1 (Updated)

Team Viewer 15 (Install as personnel / non-commercial)

An icon of VUTES will be visible on their desktop after the installation of the VUTES exam application. Please double-click the icon to run the demo test.

DEMO TEST

A student may test their installation by joining any of the following sessions FROM (August 4, 2021) UP TO (August 28, 2021), during the specified session timings as mentioned below:

Session 1: 08:00 A.M (PST)

Session 2: 09:30 A.M (PST)

Session 3: 11:00 A.M (PST)

Session 4: 12:30 P.M (PST)

Session 5: 03:00 P.M (PST)

Session 6: 04:30 P.M (PST)

Session 7: 06:00 P.M (PST)

Please use the student ID as a login and password for login into the exam application to check the demo test. For example,

Student ID: Student ID

Password: Student ID

After completing the demo test, the student must confirm their installation status by clicking the link “Click here to confirm your installation status” given on http://qb.vu.edu.pk

Note: There are no invigilators present during the demo sessions, so no need to reply to the messages during the demo. A student can send us their feedback at overseasexams@vu.edu.pk or contact us on “Overseas exams” at Skype or through What Sapp “+92-3000656908” during demo sessions for support.

EXAMINATION GUIDELINES

Please observe the following guidelines to appear in the SPRING 2021 FINAL TERM EXAMINATION as an overseas student:

The timings mentioned on the entrance slip are as per Pakistan Standard Time (PST).

VUTES login will be active 15 minutes before actual paper time.

A student must log in with the student ID and password given on Roll No. Slip https://datesheet.vu.edu.pk

Use only one external webcam (i.e., wide lens and at least a 2-meter-long cable) to view the PC/laptop, keyboard, mouse, hands, full face, and sides of the keyboard (for rough sheet workspace).

Note: A student may use their mobile as an external webcam. Download and install the DROIDCAM app on their mobile phone and machine from the following link: https://www.dev47apps.com

The audio adapter of the machine must be enabled and running with a working microphone.

REMOTE INVIGILATOR:

A remote Invigilator will be assigned to the student for invigilation during the examination. The invigilator will connect to their system with the Auto-generated ID and password of the Team Viewer app and monitor their onscreen and live video feed activities. Therefore, the student shall send the Team Viewer credentials in the chat box after logging into the exam application.

Initially, the invigilator will complete the identification process through a live video feed. During the identification process, the invigilator will ask to show their surroundings to ensure they are alone in their room for the exam to take place. Next, the system will be inspected for the system verification process to verify if the laptop/desktop operates according to the pre-requisite requirements and prescribed rules.

After the identification and system verification process is completed, the student will be allowed to start their paper. The invigilator will remain available until the completion of the exam.

Note: Attendance will not be marked by invigilator if:

The student appears from Pakistan.

They do not provide the Team Viewer ID and Password credentials to the invigilator.

The external webcam view is not set as per the prescribed Webcam View.

The microphone is disabled.

September 3, 2021

Al-Khidmat Foundation Pakistan Vice President visits the Headquarters of Free Wheelchair Mission, USA

Lahore, September 03, 2021 (PPI-OT):Vice-President of Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan, Syed Ehsan Ullah Waqas paid a visit to the headquarters of the Free Wheelchair Mission located in Irvine, California. Mr. Don Schoendorfer, the President of FWM, and Ms. Nuka Solomon, the CEO of FWM welcomed Syed Ehsan Ullah Waqas to the organization’s headquarters. They had a purposeful and meeting in which many ideas regarding the relevant work were shared.

The Vice-President AKFP appreciated Free Wheelchair Mission’s longstanding association with Alkhidmat Foundation and for playing a pivotal role in helping out millions of Persons with Disabilities across Pakistan through Alkhidmat. Syed Ehsan Ullah Waqas also gave the invitation to the Mission for a visit to Pakistan, which they accepted with honours.

For more information, contact:
Al-Khidmat Foundation Pakistan
711, Block J-2 Johar Town, Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42 35957260
Fax: +92-42 35957261
Email: info@al-khidmatfoundation.org
Website: http://al-khidmatfoundation.org/

September 3, 2021

A Delegation of AKFP Met with Governor Punjab

Lahore, September 03, 2021 (PPI-OT):Senior Vice President of Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan and Chairman Clean Water Program, Syed Ehsan Ullah Waqas telephoned Chaudhary Muhammad Sarwar, Governor of Punjab, and exchanged views about the current situation of drinkable water in the Punjab province and people’s easy access to it. Governor Punjab highly appreciated Alkhidmat’s endeavours made in the clean water projects.

Chaudhary Muhammad Sarwar said that Alkhidmat’s Clean Water Program is benefitting the general public on a large scale. Earlier, a delegation of Alkhidmat comprising of Syed Rashid Dawood, National Director AKF CWP, Mr. Ikram Ul Haq Subhani, President Alkhidmat Central Punjab were present in the Governor House to represent Syed Ehsan Ullah Waqas to receive a token of appreciation. Chairman Punjab Aab E Pak Authority. Dr. Shakeel Ahmad was also present on the occasion.

September 3, 2021

Ch Shujat Hussain and Ch Parvez Elahi offer condolences on the death of former CM Balochistan Sardar Attaullah Mengal

Lahore, September 03, 2021 (PPI-OT):Pakistan Muslim League President and former Prime Minister Chaudhry Shujat Hussain and Speaker Punjab Assembly Chaudhry Parvez Elahi have expressed deep sorrow and grief over the demise of former Balochistan Chief Minister Attaullah Mengal.

Ch Shujat Hussain said that our family had a long association with the late Attaullah Mengal and his services to the country’s politics, especially in Balochistan, will always be remembered. Ch Parvez Elahi said that the late Attaullah Mengal was one of the personal friends of Chaudhry Zahoor Elahi Shaheed, the gap created by his death can never be filled. PML leaders said that they prayed to Allah Almighty to elevate the ranks of the late Attaullah Mengal and grant patience to his descendants.

For more information, contact:
Mediacell, Pakistan Muslim League
30-C, Chaudhry Zahoor Elahi Road,
Gulberg-II, Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-35878428
Fax: +92-42-35877329
Website: www.pmlmediacell.com

September 3, 2021

PPF remembers media workers Ejaz Raisani and Muhammad Sarwar lost on the frontlines

Karachi, September 03, 2021 (PPI-OT):On September 3, 2010, two media staffers – Samaa TV camera operator Ejaz Raisani and Aaj News driver Muhammad Sarwar – were killed in a suicide attack on a procession in Quetta, the capital city of the Balochistan province that claimed the lives of at least 64 people and over 160 injured in the blast. The procession was organised by the Shiite Imamia Students’ Organisation to mark Al Quds Day to express solidarity with the Palestinians.

On the fateful day, the journalists were covering a protest march when the suicide bomb went off, which was then followed by shooting. The people participating in the procession then started firing, triggering chaos and panic. People fled or lay on the ground to avoid the gunfire. Several people, including journalists, were injured as a result of the shots.

Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF) commemorates the lives of the two media staffers who lost their lives in the incident and recognizes their role on the frontlines. The incident also left several media workers injured thus highlighting the need for media on the frontline to be provided with the necessary safety equipment.

Of the two media workers who lost their lives, Sarwar died on the spot after being struck by bullets while Raisani was injured in the blast receiving two bullet wounds. Three days later, on September 6, he died. Speaking to PPF, Sarwar’s brother Anwar said Sarwar was the only breadwinner of their family as Anwar was studying at the time. Anwar said that Aaj News had provided them with a lot of help at the time. However, he was unhappy with the investigation process and the government’s support.

Aaj News Quetta Bureau Chief Mujeeb Ahmed said that Sarwar was passionate about his work and drove safely. He said Sarwar was away from the zone but due to the firing, died on the spot. Samaa TV Quetta Bureau Chief Jalal Noorzai said that Raisani was died and a reporter Noor Elahi Bugti were injured in the incident. He recalled that Raisani was “very passionate and hardworking.

According to Noorzai, Raisani was the only breadwinner of his family and the network has helped his family by bearing his children’s expenditures. Initially they were given Rs1 million and they continued to pay Raisani’s salary to his wife. Quetta Press Club President Khaliq Rind said that he had good working relations with Raisani who he described as “very enthusiastic and dedicated to his work [at a] young age”. “His death was a major loss [to the] media community,” he said.

Media workers injured

Several other journalists were injured including a reporter for Samaa TV Noor Elahi Bugti, the bureau chief for ARY News Mustafa Tareen, a camera operator Aminullah Mengal, a camera operator for Express News Shahid Mukhtar, a reporter for Express News Irshad Mastoi, camera operator for Geo News Imran Mukhtar, and camera operator for Dawn News Fateh Shakir. Angry protestors had also fired gunshots at the Direct Satellite News Gathering (DSNG) vans of the TV channels Aaj News, Dunya TV, Express News and Dawn News.

Bugti told PPF that he was injured on his head and arm. He was initially treated at CMH after which he was treated at Civil Hospital for 12 days According to Bugti, there were no safety precautions or life jackets available at the news organisation at the time which he believed was the reason cameraman Raisani had died and that he was injured. He said that it was the practice at the time and many journalists died while reporting in Quetta.

Now Bugti is the AbbTakk News Bureau Chief and he makes sure that all precautionary equipment is available for every cameraman, reporter and other crew members. Another of the injured media workers, Mengal said that he received minor injuries in the incident and his left arm was still not fully functional. Mengal was treated at the CMH for a day but his employers ARY News supported his treatment at Aga Khan University Hospital. Two months after the incident, Mengal re-joined work. He continues to work as ARY News Quetta as a senior cameraman and now with complete safety precautions.

Injured in the incident, Shakir who is now Balochistan Union of Journalists General Secretary and 24 News senior cameraman said that no safety measures were taken at the time. After the incident, Dawn had provided them with life jackets. However, at his current employers, 24 News, no one is following such measures for safety.

Shakir said that after the incident the fear of [losing] his life has become permanent. He advised young journalists that they are going to report and cover the news and shouldn’t become the news story themselves. “First think of your families and follow all basic security measures,” he said, adding that he was disheartened when his employer organisation had not supported him. He said that they had not covered either medical or other expenses.

Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan’s (TTP) suicide wing Qari Hussain had said the attacks had been carried out by Taliban suicide bombers. However, Lashkar-e-Jhangvi also claimed responsibility for the attack and had said a 22-year-old suicide bomber Rashid Moaawia carried out the attack.

Then Balochistan home secretary Akbar Hussain Durrani said that the organisers of the procession had been alerted to the threat. Bomb disposal squad officials said the device packed 15 kilograms of explosives. The impact of the blast smashed windows of a number of shops and buildings. All shopping centres and business establishments shuttered down after an angry mob set several vehicles on fire and ransacked some shops.

According to The Express Tribune, police had taken 20 suspects into custody and then Balochistan chief minister had formed a judicial tribunal to investigate the attack. City Police Station Head Moharar Shabbir told PPF that Lashkar-e-Jhangvi was responsible for the attack but no one was arrested from the militant group. He said that police had arrested the organisers of the protest rally. Later, however, the Anti-Terrorism Court in Quetta had closed the case and granted them all bail.

For more information, contact:
Secretary General,
Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF)
Press Centre, Shahrah Kamal Ataturk,
Karachi-74200, Pakistan
Tel: +92-21-32628729
Fax: +92-21-32217069
Email: owaisali@pakistanpressfoundation.org
Email: ppf@pakistanpressfoundation.org
Website: www.pakistanpressfoundation.org