Day: June 10, 2022

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PCB reacts to Samaa TV’s story 

Lahore, June 10, 2022 (PPI-OT):Pakistan Cricket Board has expressed its displeasure over a story ran by private TV news channel, Samaa TV, and subsequently posted on its website and termed it fake. Cricket is a national passion, binds us together and such unsubstantiated and false news only contributes in harming this great product.

The PCB has already shared its concerns and disappointment with the said media house, and reiterates its commitment to working closely with all cricket correspondents and media houses in the best interest of the game.

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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Department of English Holds a Session on “Language, Identity, and Social Class” 

Islamabad, June 10, 2022 (PPI-OT):Professional Development Planning team, Department of English, organized its 3rd seminar on June 01, 2022. Dr. Ubaidullah Khan, Assistant Professor, Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad and Dr. Hashim Khan, Assistant Professor, Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad served the occasion as guest speakers.

The speakers delivered a brief and an effective lecture on ‘Language, Identity, and Social Class’ to enlighten the participants with the importance of language as an influential instrument which shapes identity and social class. Additionally, the speakers discussed different aspects of identity and social class as they are interconnected. The session, lasted for an hour and a half, followed by scholastic discussion from participants’ end in questions/answers mode.

For more information, contact:
Capital University of Science and Technology (CUST)
Islamabad Expressway, Kahuta Road, Zone-V, Islamabad, Pakistan
UAN: +92-51-111-555-666
Tel: +92-51-4486700-4
Email: info@cust.edu.pk
Website: https://cust.edu.pk

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DSU’s student visit to National Incubation Centre 

Karachi, June 10, 2022 (PPI-OT):Students of DHA Suffa University visited National Incubation Centre, Karachi under the supervision of Ms. Eram Abbasi, Director CEID. It was a Fireside Chat with Ahmed Ayub, Co-Founder of Airlift Express. The session was based around the struggles of a startup and how entrepreneurs can adapt during difficult times. It was a great opportunity for students to present their queries related to the startup market. CEID offers multiple opportunities to learn and grow which can help them succeed in their professional lives.

For more information, contact:
Manager Marketing,
DHA Suffa University (DSU)
DG-78, Off Khayaban-e-Tufail, Ph-VII (Ext.),
DHA, Karachi-75500, Pakistan
Tel: +92-21-35244871
Email: sabah.baloch@dsu.edu.pk
Website: www.dsu.edu.pk

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Capital University Participated in Technology Expo Organized by Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry 

Islamabad, June 10, 2022 (PPI-OT):Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad participated in Tech-Expo organized by Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI). This expo was held in Pearl Continental Hotel, Rawalpindi on 3rd and 4th June, 2022. Various other universities and firms have also participated in this event such as NUST, IST, NUTECH, Sun Consulting (Pvt.), Wolfiz Technologies, Blue Arc Design and Developments and many more. H.E. Dean of Diplomatic Corps, the ambassador of China was the chief guest of this event.

The students from the all the departments of the university participated in this event and exhibited their projects under the guidance of concerned departments. CUST exhibited several projects which were very much appreciated in the expo. Visitors were very much interested in the projects by CUST students and many industrial visitors also asked for their contacts for future correspondences. At the end of the two-day exhibition a shield was given to each of the participating institutes by the organizers, RCCI.

For more information, contact:
Capital University of Science and Technology (CUST)
Islamabad Expressway, Kahuta Road, Zone-V, Islamabad, Pakistan
UAN: +92-51-111-555-666
Tel: +92-51-4486700-4
Email: info@cust.edu.pk
Website: https://cust.edu.pk

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In Memoriam: Muhammad Qasim Awan 

Lahore, June 10, 2022 (PPI-OT):The LUMS community mourns the loss of its alumnus, Muhammad Qasim Awan, BSC, Politics/Economics 2014, and MBA 2021, who tragically passed away after being shot in a mugging incident in Islamabad. A talented individual, Qasim was also a loving son and a close friend to many at LUMS. He was working at Food Panda as a Manager. His death marks a profound loss for the entire community.

His teacher, Dr. Salman Khan, Assistant Professor, Suleman Dawood School of Business, shared his thoughts, “Qasim stands among those who leave a lasting impact and will live in our thoughts forever. He held the highest level of etiquette and values. His passing is an irreparable loss and I extend my deepest condolences to his friends and family”.

Ammar Anwar, Awan’s close friend, business partner and BSc batch mate added, “He was a humble person, always willing to help anyone who came up to him. He would tell us to not stress about exams and would cheer us up when we were down. Anyone who had even a small encounter with Qasim would remember him since he was so good-natured.”

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Qasim’s family and friends; they are in our thoughts and prayers. May Allah grant them strength and patience to bear this loss.

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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PIMA welcomes approval of PMDC Bill 

Islamabad, June 10, 2022 (PPI-OT):The Pakistan Islamic Medical Association (PIMA) welcomes the National Assembly’s approval of the “Pakistan Medical and Dental Council” Bill 2022. The improvement of PMDC and the abolition of NLE was a long-standing demand of healthcare professionals. It is also important to address the concerns of doctors, especially regarding corruption in the PMDC in the past. The PMDC’s performance should be reviewed periodically and feedback from organizations of doctors should be taken.

Central President of PIMA Dr. Khubaib Shahid said that PMDC should play an active role in monitoring and improving medical institutions with the factual representation of doctors. Government should include doctors as stakeholders in any healthcare legislation and decisions. There should be formulated consensual laws and policies for the medical community and public health.

He further said that PMDC should have public and private-sector representation from all the provinces and should be run by professionals. He further added that experienced doctors should be selected in the body of PMDC instead of other professionals.

PIMA President said that the accreditation of institutions and registration of doctors by the Pakistan Medical Commission in the past should be restored. There should be clear and effective legislation against corruption in the medical field. He pointed out that several good steps taken by the PMC including early and online registration and renewal were beneficial for thousands of doctors, particularly overseas. Several procedural lacking and red-tapism of the PMDC should be removed to make it a doctor-friendly body.

He said that foreign graduates should be provided house job opportunities, and students pursuing medical education abroad should be supported to complete their studies in Pakistani medical colleges if they have to return home due to emergencies.

He said that the process of accreditation of private colleges should be done on merit and in a very transparent manner. Moreover, these institutions should be bound to an affordable fee structure so that they do not increase the fees arbitrarily. The President further said that we see the revival of PMDC as a positive decision and hope that the body will be run by professionals and in a professional manner, free from any kind of political interference as in the past.

For more information, contact:
Media Coordinator,
Pakistan Islamic Medical Association (PIMA)
Central Secretariat, 12-Shalimar Centre, 2nd Floor,
F-8 Markaz, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-2261943
Fax: +92-51-2857132
Cell: +92-332-5564935
Email: pima@dsl.net.pk, media.pima@gmail.com
Website: www.pima.org.pk