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Peshawar University Announces Winter Holidays

  The University of Peshawar has officially announced its winter vacation schedule for the 2025–26 academic session. According to the notification, the university will remain closed from December 22, 2025, to January 3, 2026. During this period, all academic and administrative offices will be closed. However, the university has emphasized that all scheduled exams and tests will continue as planned, and students are advised to follow the existing academic timetable. University authorities stated that the winter break is part of the seasonal academic calendar and aims to give students and staff adequate time to rest and prepare for the upcoming term. Regular classes and administrative operations will resume on January 3, 2026.
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Pink Eye Cases Reach Alarming Levels in Lahore as Rainy Season Worsens Conjunctivitis Outbreak




Lahore is currently experiencing a large surge in cases of conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye, with over 85 new reported infections in the last 24 hours alone. According to health officials, the ongoing rainy season has exacerbated an outbreak of the eye infection in the city. 


Conjunctivitis is an inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, the transparent membrane that lines the eyelid and covers the eyeball. Symptoms typically include redness, irritation, watery discharge and crusting of eyelashes, especially overnight. 


The large number of new pink eye cases reported across Lahore hospitals suggests the current outbreak has reached significant levels. At Services Hospital, a leading eye facility, nearly 40% of outpatients are seeking treatment for conjunctivitis. Experts warn that infections are likely to continue rising as monsoon rains persist.


Dr. Intizar Hussain Butt, a renowned eye surgeon, advised patients to use prescribed eye drops and tissues for cleansing, along with cold compresses, to relieve symptoms. However, he cautioned against self-medication. Temporary work leave and avoiding gatherings were also recommended to reduce transmission. 


Proper hygiene like frequent handwashing is key to containing the outbreak, say officials. But challenges remain due to infrastructure issues and large populations living in close quarters in urban areas like Lahore. With no sign of rains abating, health authorities are concerned about pink eye reaching epidemic levels if prevention efforts are insufficient. 


The story highlights the public health threat posed by conjunctivitis in monsoon conditions. Continued coverage will be needed to monitor case numbers and response measures taken to curb the outbreak's spread in Lahore.

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