ISLAMABAD: Under the chairmanship of Senator Irfan Siddiqui, the Senate Standing Committee on Education convened and provisionally approved the Islamabad Capital Student Union Bill 2023.

The committee actively encouraged its members to submit their suggestions within one week’s time.

In a Standing Committee meeting, a briefing regarding the Islamabad Capital Student Union Bill 2023 took place on Wednesday.

Senator Behrmand Tangi emphasized that the absence of student unions in educational institutions causes issues, citing a three-month closure of the University of Peshawar due to protests.

She clarified that the bill aims to empower students and is devoid of political motivation, asserting that it will address teaching-related problems in universities.

Senator Jam Mehtab Dahar contended that unionization would reduce university protests. However, a Higher Education Commission (HEC) representative suggested councils instead of student unions.

Over 30 Million Adult Pakistanis Are Experiencing Hypertension Known As A Silent Killer

Meanwhile, the report revealed that out of the 32.2 million individuals with hypertension, only 44% have been formally diagnosed. About 34% are men and 54% are women. Additionally, 35% are receiving treatment, and a mere 11% have their hypertension under control.

The report also highlighted that daily salt consumption per capita is 9 grams. About 21% of the population are smokers (34% males and 8% females).