Day: April 7, 2023

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Battles of Islam, Significances and Facts

Faisalabad, April 07, 2023 (PPI-OT): Department of Arabic and Islamic Studies organized a panel discussion session on “Battles of Islam in History, Significance and Facts” in Saleem Campus on April 4, 2023. Panellists included Dr Naila Riaz, Head Department English Language and Literature, Dr Kiran Zulfiqar, senior demonstrator Pathology, Dr Amber Salman, Asst professor Anatomy, Miss Asma Tariq, lecturer department of Arabic and Islamic Studies. Dr Hifsa Munawar, Asst Professor, Department of Arabic and Islamic Studies was the moderator of this session.

During the discussion, panellists threw light on the significance of battles of Islam, their political, historical, geographical, economic and social impacts and factors in Islam. Allah says in Holy Quran; “Fight in the way of Allah with those who fight you, and do not exceed the limit”.

Starting off with the first battle of Islam; Ghazwa e Badar (17th Ramazan, 2 Hijri) which was a major turning point in the spread of Islam and ending at Fatah e Makka on 8th Hijri, all important events of Islamic history were discussed in this session. Battle strategies of our beloved Holy Prophet (SAW)and His companions were also highlighted. A large number of students and faculty members attended this informative session.

For more information, contact:
The University of Faisalabad
Health Sciences Campus (For Female)
Sargodha Road University Town, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-41-8868326-30
Fax: +92-41-8868220
Email: admission@tuf.edu.pk
Website: www.tuf.edu.pk

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Implementation and Assessment of OBE Model in Engineering Education

Lahore, April 07, 2023 (PPI-OT): The Department of Electrical, Electronics and Telecom Engineering, Faisalabad Campus arranged a CPD Lecture, delivered by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Irfan Abid, Head of Electrical Engineering and Technology Department, Riphah International University, Faisalabad on the topic of “Implementation and Assessment of OBE Model in Engineering Education”.

In the closing ceremony, shield was presented to honourable resource person and certificates were distributed among the participants.

For more information, contact:
Public Relations Officer,
University of Engineering and Technology (UET)
G.T. Road, Lahore – 54890, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-99250274, +92-42-99029358
Cell: +92-321-9467302
Email: tanveerqasim@yahoo.com
Website: www.uet.edu.pk

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Pakistan’s Relations with West African Countries: The Necessity of Economic Diplomacy

Islamabad, April 07, 2023 (PPI-OT): Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) held a webinar titled ‘Pakistan’s Relations with West African Countries’ on March 3, 2021. The aim was to look into the potential aspects of cooperation, explore opportunities, and underline challenges for Pakistan vis-à-vis West African countries. It was highlighted that economic diplomacy must be the priority of Pakistan’s foreign policy with special focus on domestic production and promotion of exports, trade, and investment. The session was addressed by Ambassador (r) Haroon Shaukat as the keynote speaker.

For more information, contact:
Outreach and Publications,
Institute of Policy Studies (IPS)
1, Street 8, F-6/3, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-8438391-3 (Ext: 122)
Fax: +92-51-8438390
Website: www.ips.org.pk

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Pakistan’s Relations with North African Countries: Challenges and Way Forward

Islamabad, April 07, 2023 (PPI-OT): Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) organized a seminar titled ‘Pakistan’s Relations with North African Countries’ on January 19, 2021, under its ‘Understanding Africa Program’ to investigate the potential areas of cooperation where Pakistan can build and foster its relationship with the region in terms of strategic, economic, and political importance. In light of the region’s growing strategic significance and economic potential, it is vital for Pakistan to pursue its economic and political goals with dexterity. The speakers included Ambassador (r) Mushtaq Ali Shah, Ambassador (r) Tajammul Altaf, senior research fellow IPS, and Khalid Rahman, executive president IPS.

For more information, contact:
Outreach and Publications,
Institute of Policy Studies (IPS)
1, Street 8, F-6/3, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-8438391-3 (Ext: 122)
Fax: +92-51-8438390
Website: www.ips.org.pk

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Long-standing human rights concerns endure in Balochistan

Lahore, April 07, 2023 (PPI-OT): The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) notes with considerable alarm that Balochistan faces mounting public frustration pertaining to enforced disappearances, economic exclusion, curbs on press freedom, misgovernance and allegations of political manipulation by the establishment. A fact-finding mission led by HRCP in October 2022 has observed a palpable sense of anger among ordinary citizens, many of whom went so far as to refer to Balochistan as a ‘colony’ of the state during meetings with the organisation. The mission comprised senior journalist and HRCP treasurer Husain Naqi, vice-chair HRCP Balochistan Habib Tahir, staff members Maheen Pracha, Fareed Shahwani and Ghani Parwaz, and journalist Akbar Notezai. The team spoke to a wide range of civil society members, including human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, and members of the fisherfolk community, as well as political leaders and members of the administration in Gwadar, Turbat, Panjgur, and Quetta.

The mission is concerned at the state’s widespread use of enforced disappearances to muzzle dissent, a grievance echoed in numerous conversations. This discontent has been compounded by the extensive presence of paramilitary check-posts, which citizens say has cultivated a climate of fear, particularly in Makran. Additionally, in the midst of a serious economic downturn, the resource-rich province continues to be deprived of its fair share of revenues from large development projects. The mission also observed that the absence of a healthy legal trading ecosystem between Balochistan and neighbouring countries has exacerbated poverty levels in the province.

Among other recommendations, the mission calls for an immediate halt to unwarranted interference in Balochistan’s political affairs by the establishment, accountability for perpetrators of enforced disappearances and legislation by the Balochistan Assembly to protect the security and independence of the province’s media professionals. The mission strongly feels that the Haq Do Tehreek’s long-standing demands for basic amenities must be met, while any ongoing or planned projects under CPEC should not impinge on the Gwadar fisher folk community’s source of livelihood. The mission also believes that the legitimate grievances of the Pashtun population, particularly those around unequal representation in the provincial legislature, must be given a fair hearing by all political stakeholders.

Given the devastating impact of the floods in parts of Balochistan, the mission has also underscored the need for a consistent and empowered local government able to develop early warning systems, evacuation plans and community sanctuaries with stockpiles of emergency supplies in conjunction with the PDMA.

For more information, contact:
Chairperson,
Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP)
Aiwan-i-Jamhoor, 107-Tipu Block,
New Garden Town, Lahore-54600
Tel: +92-42-35864994
Fax: +92-42-35883582
Email: hrcp@hrcp-web.org
Website: www.hrcp-web.org

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Chairman PPP’s Spokesman Zulfikar Ali Bader states that Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Asif Ali Zardari have a great role in forming the National Unity Government

Karachi, April 07, 2023 (PPI-OT): Chairman Pakistan People’s Party Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s Spokesman Zulfikar Ali Bader stated that Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Mr. Asif Ali Zardari have a great role in forming this National Unity Government. There are millions of people who still believe in the ideology of Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto and are willing to support and vote the candidates of PPP, thus, we will not leave the field empty for the opportunists and our political rivals but we will fight vehemently. President Asif Ali Zardari explained to Mian Nawaz Sharif that he should not boycott the general elections in 2008 after the martyrdom of Shaheed Rani Benazir Bhutto and participate in the elections.

The nation demands that a non-controversial full bench should have been formed and give its decision upon which all the political parties and all political forces should agree. Also, the heads of all institutions should put the house in order with regards to their respective institutions so that the tensions within the institutions will be reduced for Pakistan’s instability. The Parliament is the supreme institution and the supremacy of the parliament should continue and no one should dictate or sabotage the parliament and the parliamentarians should continue having a dialogue with all the political parties for the sake of Parliamentary Sovereignty. All political parties should work in collaboration for the political and economic stability, implementation of the Constitution and the rule of law by setting a principle that no institution and no individual is above law.

For more information, contact:
PPP Media Cell (Sindh)
Pakistan People’s Party (PPP)
Peoples Secretariat Shikarpur Colony,
Behind Mazar-e-Quaid-e-Azam, Karachi, Pakistan
Cell: +92-305-3370383
Email: contact@ppp-tu.com
Website: https://www.ppp.org.pk