Month: April 2022

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Lahore to host inaugural Pakistan Junior League from 1-15 October

Lahore, April 29, 2022 (PPI-OT):Following an overwhelming and encouraging response from potential sponsors, partners and entrepreneurs to the Request for Expressions of Interest, the Pakistan Cricket Board today released further details in relation to the inaugural Pakistan Junior League Tournament.

Six city-based franchise teams will participate in the 19-match competition from 1-15 October at the Gaddafi Stadium, with the participating players to be selected through a draft system and each dug-out to boast an iconic player who will serve as the team’s mentor or coach.

As a next step, the PCB will now initiate a bidding process after Eid Al-Fitr for live-streaming rights. This will be one of the several rights that will be up for grabs as the PCB remains committed to working closely with all stakeholders in an effort to take Pakistan cricket forward.

This will be the first 20-over league of its kind in which local under-19 players will integrate with foreign players to share dug-outs as part of their learning process and improving cricket skills, share knowledge and build towards their future bonding. As part of the concept, each foreign cricketer will be allowed to have a parent accompany them, with the cost to be picked up by the event organiser or his franchise.

The Pakistan Junior League concept syncs well with the recently-launched PCB Pathway Cricket Programme. Through this initiative, the cricket board and its strategic partners – including the BRB Group and Engro Corporation – have agreed to provide 100 best teenagers with monthly stipends of PKR30,000 each, scholarship at a premier educational institution, free cricket gear and equipment, and high performance coaching at the state-of-the-art National High Performance Centre from the leading and highly-qualified international coaches.

PCB Chairman Ramiz Raja: “I am delighted, encouraged and motivated by the response we have received as the Pakistan Junior League’s Request for Expressions of Interest. “This feedback has strengthened my belief and confidence that we have a huge appetite for cricket and a strong commercial market, which is keen, eager and happy to partner with the PCB on its projects of introducing new properties so that we can strengthen ourselves financially and commercially, and the return on investments are shared with all cricketers.

“Following the success of the HBL Pakistan Super League and the ever-improving reputation of the PCB, the potential sponsors have shown excitement and expressed their interest in the city-based Pakistan Junior League in their endeavour to play an important role in helping the PCB to create an environment of brilliance by providing a clear pathway to the talented youngsters, which, in turn, will fortify our bench-strength and produce new national stars and heroes.

“Commercial partners and sponsors are the life-blood of our sport and organisation. In this background, I am grateful and thankful to all those who have expressed interest in acquiring various rights for the Pakistan Junior League. I remain optimistic and confident that we will succeed in forming a strong relationship that will produce dividends and developments for Pakistan cricket.”

For more information, contact:
Media Manager,
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore 54600, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-5717231-4
Fax: +92-42-5711860
Website: www.pcb.com.pk

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7 in 10 Islamabadis (68%) are happy with CDA’s performance and term it better than the previous years: A representative survey of Islamabad by Gallup Pakistan 

Islamabad, April 29, 2022 (PPI-OT):According to a survey conducted by Gallup and Gilani Pakistan, 7 in 10 Islamabadis (68%) are happy with CDA’s performance and term it better than the previous years.

A nationally representative sample of adult men and women from across the capital was asked the following question, “In comparison to the last 10 years, how was the performance of CDA last year?” In response to this question, 68% said CDA’s performance last year was better than 10 years ago and 32% said CDA’s performance last year was worse than 10 years ago.

Question: “In comparison to the last 10 years, how was the performance of CDA last year?”

For more information, contact:
Head Office,
Gallup Pakistan
Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-8445080
Email: isb@gallup.com.pk, caf@gallup.com.pk
Website: www.gallup.com.pk

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Classes on understanding Quran held in female campus 

Islamabad, April 29, 2022 (PPI-OT):Keeping in view the importance of the month, special classes to understand Quran were organized by the office of Vice President Female Campus in collaboration with Dawah Center for Women (DCW) and Faculty of Usulluddin (FUD) during the month of Ramzan. The classes started from 2nd of Ramzan and concluded on 26th of Ramzan. A large number of students and employees attended the classes during the month.

Dr Ayesha Quratul Ain, Chairperson FUD delivered thought provoking lectures during the classes in auditorium, Female Campus on selected Surah and Ayats from the Holy Quran. In her lectures, she focused the holistic picture of an individual’s life in light of the Quran and Sunnah. Dr Faryal Umbreen, Incharge Dawah Center for Women lauded role and support of Vice President Female Campus for making the classes successful.

She said that all participants took keen interest in the classes, which was appreciable. She also mentioned that Dawah Center for Women has plans to implement more ideas for teaching the values of Quran for students and employees.

In the concluding ceremony, Prof. Dr Samina Malik, Vice President Female campus participated as chief guest. She praised the hard work of Dr Ayesha Quratul Ain and Dr. Faryal Ambreen for arranging successful sessions for students and employees. She said that teachings of Quran are a pathway towards a prosperous life. She also expressed her complete support for similar future activities for female students and employees.

For more information, contact:
Public Relations,
International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI)
Room No.118, Admin Block, New Campus,
H-10 Sector, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9019249
Fax: +92-51-9257909
Email: iiuipublicrelations@iiu.edu.pk
Website: www.iiu.edu.pk

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Khatm-e-Quran ceremony held at Faisal Masjid 

Islamabad, April 29, 2022 (PPI-OT):The Khatm-e-Quraan Taraweeh prayer was offered at Faisal Masjid under the supervision of Faisal Masjid Islamic Centre of Dawah Academy of International Islamic University Islamabad. A large number of faithful hailing from twin cities participated in khatm e Quran who were provided every possible facility in wake of special arrangements in the light of the directives by H.E. Dr Hathal Homoud Alotaibi, President IIUI.

The prayer was led by Director General Dawah Academy, Dr. Muhammad Ilyas, While Incharge Faisal Masjid Islamic Centre, Dr Qari Zia ur Rehman led namaz e Taraweeh. Aima of Qiyam ul lail included Qari Muhammad Nauman and Qari Ehsan ullah.

In his address on the occasion of Khatm-e-Quran ceremony, Dr Muhammad Ilyas highlighted the importance of Laila tul Qadr. He stressed upon youth to pray for the parents in this sacred night and called upon them to vow that they will always be most dedicated to parents. He also underscored the need of politeness and peaceful co-existence in the society. In the prayer at the end, he prayed for country’s stability and peace.

Meanwhile, In the light of the special directions of IIU President, Dawah Academy has also made special arrangements for the mutakifeen as large number of faithful sitting for Aitikaf at Faisal Masjid in the last ten days of Ramadan. H.E. Dr. Hathal Homoud Alotaibi has desired that no stone shall be left unturned to provide best facilities to the faithful.

For more information, contact:
Public Relations,
International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI)
Room No.118, Admin Block, New Campus,
H-10 Sector, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9019249
Fax: +92-51-9257909
Email: iiuipublicrelations@iiu.edu.pk
Website: www.iiu.edu.pk

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UMT Ranked Among the Top World Universities by THE for the Third Consecutive Year

Lahore, April 29, 2022 (PPI-OT):University of Management and Technology, Lahore is ranked 601 out of 800 in THE Impact Rankings 2022 edition. Overall 1406 universities have been ranked around the globe of which there are 63 Pakistani universities that succeeded to make a place in THE Impact Rankings. It is noteworthy that UMT has been ranked among the top world universities by THE Impact Rankings for the last three consecutive years which speaks of its commitment to revolutionizing the world by creating an impact on society beyond teaching and research.

THE Impact Rankings are the global performance indexes that assess the performance of the universities in delivering the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

In 2022 UMT scored the following ranking for the following six SDGs:

Sustainable Development Goals – Rank

SDG3: Good Health and Wellbeing – 400-600

SDG4: Quality Education – 401-600

SDG5: Gender Equality – 201-300

SDG8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – 601-800

SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions – 401-600

SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals – 401-600

UMT has performed outstandingly in all the above indexes, particularly in Gender Equality, which shows that the institution provides a diverse and conducive academic platform based on equity and mutual respect. We stand tall for this milestone achievement by UMT.

For more information, contact:
Media Coordinator,
University of Management and Technology (UMT)
C-II, Johar Town, Lahore, Pakistan
UAN: +92-42-111-300-200
Tel: +92-42-35212801-10
Fax: +92-42-35184789
Email: yaqoob@umt.edu.pk
Website: https://www.umt.edu.pk

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OPPO visits LUMS to Discuss Research in 5G 

Lahore, April 29, 2022 (PPI-OT):To explore areas of collaboration and partnership in 5G research, a delegation from OPPO visited LUMS on April 20, 2022. The delegation included Mr. Stoney Liu, CMO South Asia; Ms. Yang Gu, Brand Director South Asia; Ms. Manyu Song, HR Manager South Asia, and Ms. Khizra Waqar, Public Relations Manager Pakistan.

Alumnus Mr. Anwar Kabir (MBA 2007), CEO Brand Spectrum, Mr. Mahad Arif, Senior Client Service Manager Brand Spectrum and Mr Saif Baig, Senior Manager PR and Digital Brand Spectrum were also present at the occasion.

Representing LUMS were Ms. Nuzhat Kamran, Director Advancement and Ms. Sadaf Rehman, Partnerships Liaison at the Advancement Office. Faculty members from the Computer Science department were also present including Dr. Zartash Afzal Uzmi, Associate Professor Department of Electrical Engineering; Dr. Zafar Ayyub Qazi, Assistant Professor Department of Computer Science; Dr. Basit Shafiq, Chair and Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science; Dr. Tauqeer Abbas, Assistant Professor Chemistry and Chemical Engineering; and Associate Professors Dr. Ijaz Haider Naqvi and Dr. Momin Ayub Uppal.

The Department of Computer Science at the Syed Babar Ali School of Science and Engineering (SBASSE) features a highly research-active faculty, and it conducts rigorous research. Research opportunities focus on computer networks, computer vision, data mining, software engineering, big data, artificial intelligence, and robotics, as well as on projects of practical socio-economic significance.

Dr. Qazi presented an overview of the various themes and projects which the Computer Science department is currently working on and highlighted the work being done in 5G.

On behalf of OPPO, Ms. Gu presented an overview of OPPO and its journey in technological advancement since it was established in 2004. She commented on the value of academia-industry collaboration to strengthen OPPO’s leadership in cutting edge technology and innovation.

“We are looking forward to partnering with top universities, academic institutions, and hi-tech enterprises in the region. These strategic partnerships will support our initiatives in the areas of 5G and 6G research.”

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