Day: March 24, 2022

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Creativity at its Best: MGSHSS Students Display Work Related to Art History Course

Lahore, March 24, 2022 (PPI-OT):An exhibition of creative projects completed during the art history course titled ‘18th-19th Century French Art: Neoclassicism to Post-Impressionism’) by Dr. Nadhra Khan, Associate Professor, Mushtaq Ahmad Gurmani School of Humanities and Social Sciences (MGSHSS), and Director, Gurmani Centre for Languages and Literature, is on display in the Academic Block corridor (first floor) from March 21 to 28, 2022.

The creative projects showcase students’ reflections of the aesthetic, socio-political or religious ideas embedded in artworks presented to them in the course and serves to exhibit art’s capacity to negotiate temporal and spatial distances. These expressions also serve to present a strong cultural link with the eighteenth and nineteenth century French society and several socio-political moments of our history and some contemporary practices.

The exhibition, curated by course Teaching Assistant, Zil-e-Huma and students, Taymur Jibran, Adil Shafique Khan and Nyle Murad, was opened by Dr. Jean-Baptiste Clais, curator of the Asian collection and European porcelains at the Department of Art Objects at the Louvre, Paris. Dr. Clais was accompanied by Mr. Dylan Gerald, Attaché for Cultural Affairs and Mr. Mounir Slimani, Counsellor for Cooperation, French Embassy, and Islamabad.

These creative projects were aimed to expresses the students’ takeaway from this course where they were asked to pick out artworks that inspired them and to reinterpret them to convey a message from their present social, cultural or political perspectives.

The projects covered significant art movements from the Baroque period to Neoclassicism and Impressionism, including inspirations from monumental French figures such as Napoleon Bonaparte who was painted by several French Masters including Jacque-Louis David, Jean-Augusta-Dominique Ingres, Eugene Delacroix and many others.

They show several parallels drawn with their own cultural contexts reinterpreting the intention behind the original works and making it relevant to their own time. Examples of such pieces include altered compositions of artworks such as Caspar David Fredrich’s Wanderer above the Sea of Fog turned into ‘Wanderer above Lahore’ with a few political symbols that offer easy clues to understand the intentions of the student.

While one project compared Napolean Crossing the Alps by David following the footsteps of Charlemagne and Hannibal, Adil and Nyle showed Napoleon urging people to get vaccinated during the pandemic. Another project reimagines the gaze with which harem women in the Orient were viewed.

It used Ingres’s Odalisque and overturning the artist’s intentions of showing a nude woman coyly looking at the viewers, inscribes different parts of her limbs with words like ‘himmat and meḥnat’ (perseverance and hard work) and pastes images of Pakistani female activists known for their role in fighting for a change in society.

The exhibition also includes projects to cater to the education of young Pakistani children who are rarely exposed to art history during their preliminary years of education. It displayed games and educational tools on French Art, designed after Monopoly (where you collect artworks) and jigsaw puzzles, to introduce interactive ways of learning.

The exhibition gave the students a wonderful chance to discuss their works with guests and get feedback. This interactive engagement was followed by an inspirational talk by Dr. Jean-Baptiste Clais in the Faculty Lounge. Dr. Clais shared slides of his work-in-progress – an exhibition at the Louvre on Napoleon Bonaparte. He explained the process of curating an exhibition and gave details of the challenges and highlights of this grand project.

For more information, contact:
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
D.H.A. Lahore Cantt. 54792
Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-35608000
Fax: +92-42-35725048
Website: www.lums.edu.pk

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Spring Recess for year 2022 in the University of the Punjab 

Lahore, March 24, 2022 (PPI-OT):The University Teaching Departments, Institutes, Centres and Constituent Colleges/Schools will remain closed for Spring Recess from Monday, 28th March, 2022 to Friday, 08th April, 2022.

For more information, contact:
Registrar,
University of the Punjab
Quaid-e-Azam Campus, Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-99231102
Fax: +92-42-99231103
E-Mail: registrar@pu.edu.pk
Website: http://pu.edu.pk/

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More than 100 Pediatric Patients Have Completed Elementary Education at Indus Kay Sitaray 

Karachi, March 24, 2022 (PPI-OT):The sixth batch of 17 students completed their elementary level education at the Indus Hospital and Health Network’s (IHHN) school – Indus Kay Sitaray (IKS). These students are patients of the IHHN and have been diagnosed with various types of cancer and other chronic diseases. In honour of the student’s achievements, a graduation ceremony took place at the Korangi Campus.

Indus Kay Sitaray is a hospital-based school that was initiated in June 2018. Since then, 105 children have completed elementary level of education while being treated. The hospital-based school provides efficient and effective educational experiences for school-aged patients.

The event started with the graduating procession marching in, followed by the national anthem and recitation of the Holy Quran by the students, and speeches of Dr. Abdul Bari Khan, Chief Executive Officer, Indus Hospital and Health Network; Dr. Shamvil Ashraf, Executive Director, Medical Services, IHHN. The graduation ceremony was attended by graduates and current students, their families, IKS faculty, and IHHN board members. Students received their graduation certificates at the end of the program.

While speaking at the event, Dr. Abdul Bari Khan, Chief Executive Officer, IHHN, said, “Children with chronic illness are hospitalized for a long time or visit hospitals frequently for treatment, which may impede their school attendance. A hospital-based school is a child-centered service that provides an educational environment tailored to the specific needs of sick children. It offers formal programs that fulfill the educational standards. We are happy that IKS is serving its purpose to the fullest. I congratulate all graduates and their families for successfully completing the elementary level of education.”

Dr. Shamvil Ashraf, Executive Director, Medical Services, IHHN, also addressed the attendees. He said, “Educating children with illnesses can assist them in dealing with their sickness and sharing the responsibility of taking care of themselves, thereby leading to improved disease outcome. At Indus, we believe that the learning environment should be friendly and safe. Therefore, we provide educational support and avoid unwanted damage that may impede learning for children with chronic illness.”

Dr. Mohammad Fareedud Din, Head of Pediatrics, spoke about the importance of education for pediatric patients suffering from terminal or chronic diseases. He said that it was a proud moment for us as we helped a hundred children study despite their illness.

Renowned singer and the lead vocalist of the musical band ‘Strings’ Bilal Maqsood said, “The one thing I learned by attending this event is that brave and strong humans aren’t always adults and wear red capes, they also come in the form of children as well.”

Children performed tableaus on Allama Iqbal’s famous poem ‘Hamdardi’. In addition, they performed one of Bilal Maqsood’s recently released poems. Veteran TV artist Sania Saeed attended the ceremony. While speaking at the event she became emotional and said that after witnessing the ordeal of pediatric cancer patients I find our struggle insignificant.

TV actor Sajid Shah admired IHHN’s efforts to help children facing a deadly disease. He also applauded that Indus is not only providing free treatment but is also taking care of their academic needs. Kaneez Fizza, teacher of IKS, concluded the event with a resounding speech while confessing to the attendees how fulfilling and rewarding had been her teaching experience at the IKS. Students received their degrees at the end of the event.

For more information, contact
The Indus Hospital (TIH)
C-76, Sector 31/5, Opposite Darussalam Society,
Korangi Crossing, Karachi – 75190, Pakistan
Tel: +92-21-35112709-17
Fax: +92-21-35112718
Email: crd@indushospital.org.pk
Website: http://www.indushospital.org.pk/

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Prophet’s Mosque (PBUH) was the first university of Islamic world: Dr Hassan Mohi-ud-Din Qadri 

Lahore, March 24, 2022 (PPI-OT):A new executive body of MQI Denmark has been set up. The oath-taking ceremony of the new body was held here in which Dr Hassan Mohi-ud-Din Qadri, Chairman MQI Supreme Council, Zill-e-Hassan, President MQI Europe and Dr Irfan, President of MQI Denmark chapter participated as the guests of honour.

Congratulating the office-holders of the body, Dr Hassan Mohi-ud-Din Qadri said that the elimination of sectarianism has been the pivot of the efforts of MQI. He said that Mosques are the centers of education and training in addition to being places of worship. He said that the Prophet’s Mosque has the distinct honour of being the first university of the Islamic world.

Dr Hassan Mohi-ud-Din Qadri further said that we should revive the multifaceted role of the mosques as the places of spiritualism, moral training and learning. He said that MQI has launched a mega project in this regard. He said that renovation of Jamy Shaykh-ul-Islam has been carried out as a link in the same chain. He said that the state-of-the-art mosque has been established in the premises of Minhaj University Lahore, whereas renovation work of Jamia al-Minhaj Town continues.

Chairman Supreme Council said that the only way for the restoration of the lost glory of the Muslim world lies in acquiring knowledge and research. He said that as long as Muslims remained immersed in generating knowledge and research, they remained at the core of many inventions and discoveries. He said if Muslims start treading the path of their ancestors today, Allah Almighty will open up the doors of progress.

For more information, contact:
Minhaj-ul-Quran International (MQI)
365 M, Model Town, Lahore, Pakistan
UAN: +92-42-111-140-140
Tel: +92-42-35169111
Email: tehreek@minhaj.org
Website: www.minhaj.org

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Sufficient evidence available to prove involvement of Capt. (r) Usman in Model Town case 

Lahore, March 24, 2022 (PPI-OT):After the hearing of private complaint in the Model Town case in the anti-terrorism court, Naeem-ud-Din Chaudhry Advocate, who is legal spokesperson for PAT, spoke to the media and briefed it about the proceedings. He said that one principal accused Capt. (r) Usman, who is Commissioner Lahore these days, had petitioned the court for acquittal in the case. He said that the lawyers representing both the sides completed their arguments. He said that Makhdoom Majeed Hussain Advocate, Rana Arshad Bilal Advocate, complainant Jawwad Hamid and Naeem-ud-Din Chaudhry Advocate appeared before the anti-terrorism court on behalf of the martyrs and their families.

Naeem-ud-Din Chaudhry Advocate said that Makhdoom Majeed Hussain, in his arguments before the court, said that the Model Town tragedy was perpetrated by using the excuse of the removal of barriers. He said that the district administration of Lahore was led by DC Capt. (r) Usman at that time. He said that DC Lahore admitted to his presence on the scene of crime and the complainant has already submitted all the documented proofs including pictures, video footage as evidence.

Makhdoom Majeed Hussain Advocate said that these proofs consist of irrefutable evidence about the involvement of the accused. He said that the accused does not deserve any concession or leniency. He said that his writ petition against the summons in the private complaint has also been dismissed by the court. He said that no new fact has emerged afterwards as to give benefit of doubt to the accused.

The lead lawyer further said in his arguments that a new JIT was constituted in the light of the order of the apex court which had completed 80% of its investigation. He said that clear evidence about the involvement of the accused has also been placed before the JIT. He said that the accused challenged the JIT in the Lahore High Court, a matter which is being heard by the honourable court. He said that a seven-member bench led by Chief Justice LHC is conducting hearings of the case. He said that the accused does not deserve to be given any concession until the conclusion of the case. After hearing the arguments, the anti-terrorism court adjourned the hearing till the 25th of March.

For more information, contact:
Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT)
365-M, Model Town,
Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-111-140-140
Email: info@pat.com.pk
Website: www.pat.com.pk

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Resurgent Brunt and Wyatt guide England to dominant victory

Dubai, March 24, 2022 (PPI-OT):England were back to their blistering best as they defeated Pakistan by nine wickets to put themselves in a good position to qualify for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2022 semi-finals.

Seamer Katherine Brunt was in red-hot form as she and spinner Sophie Ecclestone took three wickets apiece to skittle Pakistan for 105 at the Hagley Oval. Danni Wyatt also enjoyed a return to form to lead England’s chase as her 76 not out saw the defending champions reach their total with more than 30 overs to spare.

The result hauls England up to fourth in the overall standings, one point behind West Indies – whose game against South Africa was abandoned earlier on Thursday – and ensuring another win for Heather Knight’s team against Bangladesh would see them leapfrog the Maroon Warriors and secure a semi-final spot.

Brunt kept her place despite one wicket in five matches and she repaid that faith by dismissing the returning Nahida Khan for a first-ball duck, before the first run-out of the day came as Bismah Maroof went needlessly going for a single.

Pakistan reached 28 for two by the end of the powerplay but a second run-out was not far away as Omaima Sohail went for 11 – off 30 balls – as Tammy Beaumont secured a direct hit.

Brunt would grab another as Nida Dar – the bowling hero of Pakistan’s win over West Indies – went for four from 22 deliveries, with a review confirming the LBW dismissal.

And in her very next over the England veteran dismissed the steady Sidra Ameen, who was bowled for 32 from 77 balls.

Ecclestone was the first slow bowler introduced into the attack at the halfway mark – but it was captain Knight who grabbed the first wicket off spin as she struck second ball to remove Aliya Riaz, who went for a misjudged sweep to short fine-leg where Anya Shrubsole gobbled up the catch.

Ecclestone made her mark just five overs later, however, as Fatima Sana nicked behind to wicket-keeper Amy Jones to depart for four.

Pakistan were collapsing and lost their final four wickets for just 10 runs, Kate Cross earning her only victim of the day as she sent Sidra Nawaz’s leg stump cartwheeling before Aiman Anwer and Diana Baig were also removed by in-form Ecclestone with 8.3 overs remaining.

England’s chase of their small target got off to a bumpy start as Beaumont was given out LBW on review for just two as Baig grabbed her first wicket of the day.

Wyatt was impressive as she looked to find some form at the top of the order, crunching all of England’s sevens boundaries in the powerplay. She brought up her half century off 51 deliveries, triggering celebrations but remaining firmly focused on the job in hand and getting it done as quickly as possible.

And she went on to do exactly that, combining with Knight for an 87-run partnership and her fluent 76 not out coming from 68 balls, including 11 fours.

Knight would end on a measured 24 not out from 36, happy to play second fiddle to Wyatt who was masterful in her stroke-play as England chased down 105 in just 19.2 overs.

For England, they must still beat Bangladesh in Wellington this weekend to make certain of their place in the knockout stages, while the defeat ends Pakistan’s outside chance of a push for the top four.

Scores in brief

England beat Pakistan at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, by nine wickets

Pakistan 105 all out in 41.3 overs (Sidra Ameen 32, Sidra Nawaz 23; Katherine Brunt 3/17, Sophie Ecclestone 3/18)

England 107/1 in 19.2 overs (Danni Wyatt 76 not out, Heather Knight 24 not out)

Player of the Match: Danni Wyatt (England)

For more information, contact:
Headquarters,
International Cricket Council (ICC)
Street 69, Dubai Sports City,
Sh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE
Phone: +97-143828800
Fax: +97-143828600
E-mail: enquiry@icc-cricket.com
Website: www.icc-cricket.com