Published on, Sept. 18 -- September 18, 2025 4:42 PM

A private institution has announced scholarships worth Rs5.9 million for students at the University of Karachi, offering much-needed financial support to those struggling to afford higher education. The agreement, finalized between Karachi University and the unnamed institution, will benefit students from five different departments, aiming to promote academic excellence and ensure equal opportunities for deserving candidates across the university.

Speaking at the event, Vice Chancellor Dr Khalid Iraqi emphasized the urgent need for educational funding in Pakistan, noting that only two percent of the country's students are able to pursue higher education. He highlighted that unemployme...