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Punjab youth unite at GCU to voice climate action ahead of COP30
The Provincial Youth Climate Conclave 2025 was held at Government College University (GCU) Lahore on Wednesday to prepare youth for COP30, scheduled in Brazil in November 2025, and to encourage their participation in climate action, sustainability, and environmental policy.Speakers at the breakout sessions on Just Transition & Decarbonization, Climate Finance, and Loss and Damage Fund noted Pakistan’s vulnerability despite contributing less than 1% to global emissions, and called for climate justice, fair financing, and stronger international collaboration. Proposals discussed included l...
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More Rooms Added to Ruth Pfau Girls Hostel at GCU Lahore
The Government College University (GCU) Lahore has recently completed a new block at the Ruth Pfau Girls Hostel, increasing its accommodation capacity for female students.Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry said the new block adds 79 more seats, raising the total capacity of the hostel to 282 female residents.The hostel now includes 48 dormitories and 14 tri-seater rooms, along with a superintendent’s residence, dining hall, prayer area, visitor’s lounge, administrative offices, cafeteria, common room, and indoor and outdoor recreational facilities.To promote sustainability, t...
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Boxing Talent Hunt Begins at GCU with Trophy Unveiling
The Lahore Region Boxing Talent Hunt began at Government College University (GCU) Lahore with the unveiling of the trophy and an exciting exhibition bout. The initiative is being organized in collaboration with the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme and the Higher Education Commission.Rizwan Anwar, Special Representative to the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme, was the chief guest and met Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry. Additional Registrar Dr. Shoukat Ali, Chairman Sports Board Yasir Sultan, and Director Sports Muhammad Waseem Akhtar were also present on the occasion.Prof....
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GCU faculty among world`s top scientists
Several faculty members of Government College University (GCU) Lahore have been ranked among the world’s top two per cent scientists in the latest Stanford University–Elsevier citation database.For the 2025 listing, the recognised scholars include Prof Dr Ikram Ul Haq (SI), Distinguished National Professor at the Institute of Industrial Biotechnology; Dr Imran Hanif from the Department of Economics; Dr Iram Liaqat and Dr Saukat Ali from the Department of Zoology; Dr Ghulam Murtaza from the Centre for Advanced Studies in Physics (CASP); Dr Muhammad Noor from the Abdus Salam School of Mathem...
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Photo Exhibition `Wonders of Türkiye` Opens at GCU
A photo exhibition titled “Wonders of Türkiye†was put on display at Government College University (GCU) Lahore to celebrate Pakistan–Türkiye friendship. The event, organized in collaboration with the Yunus Emre Institute Turkish Cultural Center Lahore, was part of the Defence Day of Pakistan celebrations at the University.Consul General of the Republic of Türkiye in Lahore, H.E. Mehmet Eymen Şimşek, along with Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry and Senior journalist, Mr. Salman Ghani, inaugurated the exhibition. Featuring around 30 photographs, the display takes visit...
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GC University Lahore hosts Seerah Conference under Ashra Rehmatul-lil-Alamin (PBUH)
The Department of Arabic & Islamic Studies, GC University Lahore, organized a Seerah Conference under Ashra Rehmatul-lil-Alamin (PBUH) to commemorate the blessed birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The conference focused on the state’s role in promoting the constructive use of social media in the light of Seerat-un-Nabi (PBUH).Ashra Rehmatul-lil-Alamin is being observed this year from the 1st to the 12th of Rabi-ul-Awwal to mark 1447 Hijri as the 1500th blessed birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAW).In his opening remarks, GCU Arabic & Islamic Studies Department Ch...
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Azerbaijani Ambassador Visits GCU Lahore to Strengthen Academic and Cultural Ties
The Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan, Khazar Farhadov, on Thursday visited Government College University (GCU) Lahore. The ambassador was received by GCU’s administration, including Dean Prof. Dr. Babar Aziz, Chairperson of the Department of Urdu Prof. Dr. Saima Iram, Additional Registrar Dr. Shaukat Ali, Director of the Institute of Physics Dr. Nouman Sarwar Qureshi, Chairperson of the Department of Persian Prof. Dr. Babar Naseem Aasi, Director of the Shazli Center Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Naeem, Dr. Safeer Haider, and other faculty members.During the visit, Ambassador Farhadov toured the Aze...
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CERN team visits GCU Lahore for Pakistan Membership Review
A high-level task force from the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) visited Government College University (GCU) Lahore on Thursday as part of the Second Five-Year Review of Pakistan’s Associate Membership with CERN. Additional Registrar, Dr. Shaukat Ali and Director Institute of Physics (IOP), Prof. Dr. Muhammad Nouman Sarwar Qureshi, welcomed the guests.The delegation, comprising senior CERN officials, Ms. Charlotte L. Warakaulle, Director for International Relations; Prof. Joachim Mnich, Director for Research and Computing; Prof. Emmanuel Tsesmelis, Head of Relations AM Stat...
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Turkish Delegation Visits GCU Lahore
A delegation from Türkiye visited Government College University (GCU) Lahore, where Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry received the members and briefed them on the institution.The delegation was headed by Ramazan Şenol Ceyret, Director Youth Center, Ministry of Youth and Sports, Türkiye. University officials including Registrar Dr. Shoukat Ali, Director Intermediate Sadiq Awan, Controller of Examinations Shehzad Ahmed, Chief Librarian Muhammad Naeem, and In-charge International Relations Dr. Ahmad Raza Khan were also present.The delegation included 12 Turkish students, represe...
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GCU Student Participates in World University Games
Yasra Ayub, a BSCS student of Government College University Lahore, participated in the javelin throw competition at the FISU World University Games held in Germany.On the occasion, Yasra expressed gratitude to GCU and the Higher Education Commission for their support, which enabled her to compete at the national level.She also met with Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry and the Director Sports Muhammad Waseem Akhtar....
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GCU Lahore Celebrates 78th Independence Day with Flag Hoisting Ceremony
Government College University Lahore marked Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day with a solemn flag hoisting ceremony led by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry. The event drew a large gathering of faculty members, students, and administrative staff, reflecting the university’s patriotic spirit and commitment to national values.In his address, Prof. Dr. Chaudhry congratulated the nation and paid tribute to the martyrs and veterans whose sacrifices secured the country’s freedom. He emphasized that *“Pakistan Zindabadâ€* is not merely a slogan but a pledge to perform one’s du...
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Rang-e-Pakistan Exhibition Opens at GCU
A four-day “Rang-e-Pakistan†exhibition has opened at the Government College University (GCU) Lahore to celebrate Independence Day, showcasing the country’s rich cultural heritage through art.Punjab Chief Secretary Zahid Akhtar Zaman formally inaugurated the exhibition at the university’s Salam Hall. GCU Lahore Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Umer Chaudhry, GCU Faisalabad Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Rauf Azam, faculty members, and students attended the ceremony.Organized in collaboration with GCU Faisalabad and the Inter-University Consortium, the exhibition features paintings, photog...
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GCU Lahore Students Shine in International Hockey, Win Silver Medal for Pakistan at U-18 Asia Cup 2025
Two students from Government College University (GCU) Lahore demonstrated outstanding performance while representing Pakistan in the Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey Tournament 2025 held in China, securing a silver medal alongside the national team.Ali Taj, a student of Business Accounting and finance, and Ghulam Mustafa, enrolled in Intermediate First Year, were part of Pakistan’s U-18 national hockey squad. Both players contributed significantly throughout the tournament and played a key role in the team’s semi-final victory against Malaysia, which paved the way to the final. Based on their over...
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GCU Wins First Position in National Songs Competition Organized by Radio Pakistan Lahore
A student of Government College University (GCU) Lahore has secured first position in a national songs competition held under the program "Meri Pehchaan Pakistan" organized by Pakistan Broadcasting Corporation, Lahore, in connection with Independence Day celebrations.The Nazir Ahmad Music Society (NAMS) of GCU participated in the event, where the society's Vice President, Ghulam Qambar, earned first place with his impressive vocal performance.On this occasion, Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry, Advisor NAMS Prof. Khalid Mahmood Sanjrani, and Program Officer Ms. Saira Tahir appre...
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Rana Tahir Rehman Awarded PhD in Political Science
Government College University (GCU) Lahore has awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science to Mr. Rana Tahir Rehman. His research focused on “Women Harassment at Workplaces in Lahore (2002–2022),†a critical study supervised by Prof. Dr. Khalid Manzoor Butt. His work received positive evaluations from international experts, including scholars from the National University of Singapore and the University College of Norwegian Correctional Service.A research article based on his thesis was published in a peer-reviewed international journal in April 2023.Vice Chancel...
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July 31 is the Last Date to Apply for Intermediate Admissions at GCU Lahore
The Government College University (GCU) Lahore has announced that July 31, 2025, is the final date to submit online forms for Intermediate Admissions, which are being offered on limited open merit for various programs at both the Main and New Campuses.At the Main Campus, admissions are available in the morning and second shifts for Pre-Engineering, Pre-Medical, Computer Science, Commerce, General Science, and Arts (Humanities). The New Campus is offering morning shift admissions in Pre-Medical, Pre-Engineering, and Computer Science.A spokesperson for the university said admissions will be gran...
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GCU Lahore hosts third International Conference on Emerging Research Trends in Geography
The Department of Geography at Government College University (GCU) Lahore organized its third International Conference titled "Emerging Research Trends in Geography." The opening session was addressed by Dr. Shakeel Mahmood, Chairperson of the Geography Department, along with distinguished scholars including Professor Dr. Atta-ur-Rehman, Dr. Basanta Raj Adhikari, and Professor Dr. Safdar Ali Shirazi.The conference aimed to promote the exchange of modern research, technology, and emerging trends in the field of geography, while fostering international academic collaborations and encouraging res...
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GCU Lahore Joins Punjab EPA`s Province-Wide Vehicle Emissions Testing Drive
Government College University (GCU) Lahore has joined the province-wide vehicle emissions testing campaign led by the Punjab Environment Protection Agency (EPA), offering free on-campus carbon monoxide (CO) testing for students, faculty, and staff. Vehicles under the university’s use were also tested and certified.The initiative, organized in collaboration with GCU’s Sustainable Development Study Centre (SDSC) and the Punjab EPA, aligns with broader provincial efforts to curb air pollution and promote environmental compliance.GCU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. M. Omer Chaudhry stated that the c...
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Bangladeshi Universities` Delegation Visits GCU Lahore
An academic delegation comprising vice chancellors from various public and private sector universities of Bangladesh visited Government College University (GCU) Lahore on Tuesday under a youth- and education-focused initiative of COMSTECH, the OIC Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation.GCU Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Omer Chaudhry received the delegation and briefed them on the historic legacy and academic landscape of the university.During the visit, Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed between GCU Lahore and four Bangladeshi universities to promote f...
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GCU observes World Environment Day with plastic-free campaign
The Environment Protection Society (EPS) and the Sustainable Development Study Centre of Government College University (GCU) Lahore jointly observed World Environment Day 2025 under the global theme "Ending Plastic Pollution."The university’s cleanup drive and awareness campaign drew active participation from students, faculty members, and volunteers. The campaign commenced with a cleanup drive on the GCU campus and later moved to Anarkali Market, where EPS members interacted with shopkeepers, customers, and members of the public. Students highlighted the adverse impacts of plastic pollution...
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