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GCU hosts Lahore Board Inter-Collegiate Badminton Championship 2026
Government College University (GCU) Lahore is hosting the Lahore Board’s Inter-Collegiate Sports Gala Badminton Championship 2026, with students from nine colleges taking part in the two-day competition. The championship was inaugurated by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry.Organised by the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Lahore, the opening ceremony was also attended by GCU Chairman Sports Board Yasir Sultan, Director Sports Muhammad Waseem Akhtar and BISE Lahore Director Sports Dr. Badar Mohy-ud-Din.Speaking on the occasion, the vice chancellor said the uni...
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GCU celebrates 163rd Founders` Day
The Government College University Lahore on Thursday commemorated its 163rd Founders’ Day, marking more than a century and a half of academic history since its establishment on January 1, 1864.A ceremony was held at the university’s Abdus Salam Hall, where Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry, along with senior faculty members, cut a cake and reflected on the institution’s historical legacy. He underscored the importance of preserving academic traditions while adapting to contemporary challenges.Addressing the gathering, the vice-chancellor extended greetings on the New Year and th...
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Consortium of Lahore Universities signs Framework to Revolutionize Academic Collaboration at the Conclusion of the Khawaja Khurshid Anwar Music Competition
The public and private sector universities of Lahore launched jointly laid the foundation of the Lahore Inter-University League with the aim of improving the quality of education and promoting student welfare. Under this initiative, it was decided to collaborate in various curricular and co-curricular activities. As the first event in this series, the “Khawaja Khurshid Anwar Music Competition” was organized at Government College University, Lahore in which male and female students from 17 universities participated, showcasing their talent in 15 different categories of vocal and instrumental mu...
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World Disability Day: Speakers highlight rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities
Speakers at a World Disability Day event at Government College University (GCU) Lahore stressed that access to education, appropriate training and social acceptance are essential to empowering persons with disabilities and enabling their full inclusion in mainstream society. The event, organised by GCU’s Al-Falah Society in collaboration with Almarah Foundation, was addressed by Additional IGP Training Punjab Mehboob Aslam Lilla, Chairperson Almarah Foundation Sophiya Warraich, Dr Khalid Jamil Akhtar, Mahnoor Lilla, anchorperson Zohaib Butt, Advisor Al-Falah Society Dr Muhammad Naeem Anwar, an...
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Pakistan English Conference 2025 opens at GCU Lahore
The three-day Pakistan English Conference 2025 (PEC 2025) on the theme “Reimagining English Studies in the Global South†opened at Government College University (GCU) Lahore on Wednesday. Hosted by the Institute of English Language and Literature, the conference brings together more than 250 paper presenters from over 50 universities across Pakistan.Vice Chancellor, University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Prof. Dr. Nasir Jamal Khattak chaired the inaugural session of the conference, which was also addressed by Institute of English Language and Literature Director Prof. Dr Sajjad Ali Khan, Re...
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GCU conference emphasizes global collaboration in mathematics
Eminent foreign mathematicians on Monday stressed the need for building research networks between the Global South and the West. They were addressing the Abdus Salam International Conference on Mathematical Sciences & Emerging Technologies (AS-ICMSET 2025) at Government College University (GCU) Lahore. The inaugural session of the conference featured presence of speakers from 15 countries.The three-day conference, organized by the Abdus Salam School of Mathematical Sciences (ASSMS), aims to strengthen the culture of mathematical research in Pakistan and foster international collaborations....
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Global mathematics leaders gather at GCU for Abdus Salam conference
Eminent mathematicians from around the world, including presidents of international and European mathematical bodies, have arrived in Pakistan to attend the Abdus Salam International Conference on Mathematical Sciences & Emerging Technologies (AS-ICMSET-2025) at Government College University (GCU) Lahore.The three-day conference, hosted at the Abdus Salam School of Mathematical Sciences (ASSMS) from November 24 to 26, brings together leading researchers and young scholars from 18 countries to discuss recent developments in pure and applied mathematics and their relevance to emerging techno...
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Int`l school on algebraic geometry begins at GCU
Eminent mathematicians from Germany and Spain joined Pakistani scholars at the Abdus Salam School of Mathematical Sciences (ASSMS), Government College University Lahore, as the four-day International School on Algebraic Geometry: New Trends in Computational Algebraic Geometry and its Applications (NTICAGAIA-2025) commenced here on Tuesday.A large number of researchers, faculty members and students from various institutions across Pakistan are participating in the event, which aims to strengthen research capacity, foster collaboration among global researchers and showcase recent developments in...
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GCU conference deliberates on AI, public health challenges
The 6th International Conference on Innovative Biological and Public Health Research began on Tuesday at Government College University Lahore to deliberate on emerging scientific developments and pressing public health challenges.The two-day conference, organised by the university’s Department of Zoology, features six international keynote speakers from the United Kingdom, China, Turkey, Hong Kong and Austria, alongside leading local experts.The inaugural session was attended by three vice chancellors, including Punjab University’s Prof Dr Muhammad Ali and King Edward Medical University’...
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Two-Day All Pakistan Literary Festival Concludes at GCU Lahore
The second two-day All Pakistan Literary Festival, organized by Majlis-e-Iqbal at Government College University Lahore in memory of renowned poet Nasir Kazmi, concluded with enthusiastic participation from students across the country. The festival received more than 300 literary submissions from various universities nationwide.The two-day event featured poetry competitions, bait bazi, academic sessions, workshops, panel discussions, a Punjabi theatre performance, a ghazal evening, a documentary screening, and the annual poetry symposium.On the first day, multiple competitions were held, along ...
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GCU hosts 45th All Pakistan Allama Iqbal Bilingual Declamation
A team from Allama Iqbal Medical College (AIMC), Lahore won the prestigious team trophy at the 45th All Pakistan Allama Iqbal Bilingual Declamation Contest, hosted by the Government College University (GCU) Lahore Debating Society (GCUDS).As many as 50 teams of orators from higher education institutions across Pakistan participated in the annual contest.Jazib Khan and Chaudhry Nalain Abbas from GCU Lahore concluded the event with their memorable speeches in English and Urdu, respectively. However, as per tradition, the host team did not contest for medals.Saif Ullah from AIMC Lahore was adjudg...
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Institute of Media and Communication Studies, GCU Lahore Celebrated Freshers’ Day with Enthusiasm
The Institute of Media and Communication Studies (IMCS), Government College University Lahore, in collaboration with the Young Journalists’ Society, celebrated Freshers’ Day with great enthusiasm to welcome the new batches of MS Media and Communication Studies, BS Media and Communication Studies, and BS Digital Communication and Media. The event brought together students and faculty in a vibrant atmosphere of joy and camaraderie.The celebration featured a keynote address by Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad titled “12 Lessons Learnt in Life,†a mindfulness session by Ms. Fariha Faisal, a student quiz ...
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GCU Syndicate waives fees for physically-challenged students, approves budget, new academic programs
The Syndicate of Government College University (GCU) Lahore has waived full tuition fees for physically challenged students, besides approving three new PhD, six MS/MPhil and five BS programs, including BS Computational Statistics and BS Criminology. In its 72nd meeting, chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Muhammad Omer Chaudhry, the Syndicate also approved the university’s budget of nearly Rs. 3,250 million for 2025–26, along with enhanced support measures for students and employees.Members of the Punjab Assembly Ms Salma Butt and Mr Sultan Bajwa also attended the meeting, along with...
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GCU Lahore Hosts Photo Exhibition and Film Screening Marking 80th Anniversary of Chinese Victory
The Department of International Relations at Government College University (GCU) Lahore on Tuesday organized a special photo exhibition and film screening commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the restoration of Taiwan. Deputy Consul General of China in Lahore, Mr. Cao Ke, attended as the chief guest, while senior faculty members of the university, including Prof. Dr. Babar Aziz, Dr. Ahmad Raza Khan, and Dr. Fouzia Ghani, were also present.The Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Lahore ...
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GCU students clean sweep drama, music festivals
The Government College University Lahore Nazir Ahmad Music Society (GCU NAMS) lifted the Syed Wajid Ali Team Trophy at the All Pakistan Music Conference (APMC) and secured top positions in several categories.Vice Chancellor Prof. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry met the winning team and congratulated them on their outstanding performance, saying, “It is a great achievement for the Ravians. We have won the running team trophy numerous times—more than any other institution in the history of APMC.â€GCU student Hammad Ali won first position in folk music and received the Anees Raza Gold Medal, while Sy...
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GCU play highlights ignorance, silence surrounding cancer patients
A cancer awareness seminar for female students was held at Government College University Lahore (GCU), where speakers discussed the psychological and emotional challenges faced by breast cancer patients.The daylong seminar, organised by the GCU Disease Awareness and Prevention Society, featured a student play titled “Empty Chairâ€, which symbolically presented the consequences of ignorance and silence surrounding breast cancer and urged the audience to recognise the importance of awareness, empathy, and early medical intervention.Addressing the seminar, Ms Nosheen Qureshi, senior clinical p...
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Rebuilding Gaza`s universities a collective responsibility of global academia: GCU VC
High-level delegation of vice chancellors and senior representatives from leading universities of Gaza–Palestine visited Government College University Lahore today as part of their week-long tour to Pakistan, facilitated by OIC-COMSTECH.Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry and senior university officials warmly received the delegation, which included Prof. Ayman M. F. Sobh, Prof. Omar K.A. Melad, Prof. Salem A.I. Sabbah, Prof. Ibraheem A.M. Abu Rahma, Prof. Dervis Mustafa Oglu and Prof. Noha A.M. Nijim. During the visit, the Palestinian delegation met senior faculty of GCU, ...
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Awareness walk at GCU on World Statistics Day
An on-campus awareness walk was held at Government College University Lahore on the World Statistics Day to highlight the importance of data and analytical thinking for evidence-based decision-making. Students, faculty and researchers participated in the walk led by Prof. Dr. Babar Aziz, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.Prof. Inam ul Haq, senior visiting faculty and statistician, said the initiative aims to make students and researchers aware of the crucial role accurate data plays in national development and policymaking. Prof. Jamal Abdul Nasir, chairperson of the Department o...
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Panel discussions - poster competitions mark `COP in My City 2025` at GCU
The Sustainable Development Study Centre (SDSC) of Government College University (GCU) Lahore on Thursday hosted “COP in My City 2025†to encourage youth participation in climate action and sustainability.The one-day event, organised in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Punjab ahead of COP30 in Brazil in November 2025, opened with poster, photography, and 3D model competitions that drew 253 entries from institutions across four provinces, including 104 posters, 102 photographs, and 47 models.Speakers at the panel discussion on “Climate Crisis at Our Doorstep: G...
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GCU Lahore Holds Memorial Reference for Mrs Sonnu Rahman
Government College University (GCU) Lahore on Thursday has held a solemn memorial reference in the Bukhari Auditorium to honour the life and legacy of Mrs Sonnu Rahman (1926–2025) — a distinguished historian, educator, and the founding president of the Debating Society of Pakistan.Mrs Rahman, who passed away in August this year, was widely respected as one of the country’s most dedicated educators and among the earliest women to lead a national debating platform.The memorial reference was presided over by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry and attended by a large number of ...
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