NA passes education bills, hails armed forces’ response to India

ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Tuesday passed two significant education-related bills, the Ghurki Institute of Science and Technology (GIST) Bill, 2024, and the International Examinations Board Bill, 2024, with a majority vote. The session also saw lawmakers praising Pakistan’s armed forces for their successful response to India’s recent aggression, emphasizing national unity. The House discussed the importance of swift responses in conflict, with members highlighting the failure of India’s advanced military technology against Pakistan’s defenses. The session adjourned after referring 13 private members’ bills to relevant standing committees for further review.