Day: May 24, 2023

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Measuring The Economics of Happiness and Well-Being

Gilgit, May 24, 2023 (PPI-OT): Professor Dr. Asma Hyder, the esteemed Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences, IBA Karachi conducts a comprehensive three-day module course on “Measuring the Economics of Happiness and Well-being” at Karakoram International University, Hunza Campus. This enlightening module course has garnered significant interest from both students and faculty members of the Department of Development Studies and the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management. Participants have the unique opportunity to delve into the intricate aspects of measuring happiness and well-being from an economic perspective, gaining valuable insights into the interplay between these crucial factors and socioeconomic development.

The course spans three consecutive days, providing ample time for in-depth discussions, practical exercises, and engaging lectures. Professor Dr. Asam Hyder, renowned for her expertise in the field, employs a multifaceted approach, combining theoretical frameworks with real-world case studies to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. By attending this module course, students and faculty members will not only expand their knowledge but also develop practical skills in measuring and analysing happiness and well-being indicators. This newfound expertise will prove invaluable for their academic pursuits, research endeavour’s, and professional careers in the realms of development studies, tourism, and hospitality management.

For more information, contact:

Main Campus,

Karakoram International University (KIU)

University Road, Gilgit, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

Tel: +92-58-11960010-13

Email: info@kiu.edu.pk

Website: www.kiu.edu.pk

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The Young Peace and Development Corps, the University of Chitral in collaboration with the District Youth Office Chitral, organized a CSS and PMS preparation session for the students of the University of Chitral

Chitral, May 24, 2023 (PPI-OT): The Young Peace and Development Corps, the University of Chitral in collaboration with the District Youth Office Chitral, organized a CSS and PMS preparation session for the students of the University of Chitral. The session was conducted by Mr. Muhammad Ali Khan, the Deputy Commissioner of Lower Chitral, Mr. Ikram Ullah Khan, the District Police Officer of Lower Chitral, Mr. Atif Jalib, Assistant Commissioner of Lower Chitral, and Mr. Adnan Haider Maloki, Additional Assistant Commissioner of Lower Chitral. The purpose of this seminar was to provide valuable insight, guidance, and mentorship to students who are interested in appearing for the CSS and PMS exams.

The session was moderated by Jamsheed Ahmed, President of YPDC. Miss Sabahat Rahim Baig, Vice President of YPDC, shared her feedback with the audience about the program.

For more information, contact:

University of Chitral

Chitral, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Tel: +92-943-412819

Website: https://uoch.edu.pk

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Four-day training workshop for the staff of the Zoology and Botany Department has commenced at the University of Chitral

Chitral, May 24, 2023 (PPI-OT): Four-day training workshop for the staff of the Zoology and Botany Department has commenced at the University of Chitral, in collaboration with the Association for BioRisk Management (ABM). The workshop specifically focuses on Biological Sample Collection, with the aim of enhancing the skills and knowledge of the staff members in the zoology and botany departments. This workshop is part of a series of training sessions organized by ABM to facilitate the professional development of the staff.

For more information, contact:

University of Chitral

Chitral, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Tel: +92-943-412819

Website: https://uoch.edu.pk

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Fatima Sana to captain Pakistan in emerging women’s T20 Asia Cup

Lahore, May 24, 2023 (PPI-OT): Fatima Sana will lead Pakistan in the upcoming ACC Emerging Women’s T20 Asia Cup that will be played in Hong Kong next month. The national women’s selection committee has announced 14-player squad, which includes four players who featured in the inaugural ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup earlier in the year, for the eight-team tournament that will be played from 12 till 21 June. The squad has been put together after observing performances in the T20 phase of the Pakistan Cup Women’s Cricket Tournament and emerging camp in Multan in March.

Fatima has played 31 One-Day Internationals and 24 T20 Internationals and the decision to name her captain for the tournament has been made after she captained Strikers, based on probable’s for this squad, to wins in all three matches in the above-mentioned tournament and led Blasters’ successful T20 Championship campaign in Lahore in December. Squad: Fatima Sana (c), Anoosha Nasir, Eyman Fatima, Gull Feroza, Gulrukh, Lubna Behram, Najiha Alvi (wk), Natalia Parvaiz, Sadaf Shamas, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tuba Hassan, Umm-e-Hani and Yusra Amir. Reserves: Amber Kainat, Dua Majid, Fatima Khan and Rameen Shamim

Pakistan are slotted in Group A with Hong Kong, India A and Thailand A. Pakistan will open their campaign on 13 June with the match against Thailand A, after which they play Hong Kong and India A on 15 and 17 June, respectively. Top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals which will be played on 19 June. The final of the tournament will be held on 21 June. Chief selector Saleem Jaffar: “I want to congratulate all players who have been selected for the emerging Asia Cup and I am hopeful that they will perform to their full potential. We have some outstanding talent coming up and it was a tough call to select 14 players. I want to tell those cricketers who have not been selected for this tournament to keep their heads high and keep working hard and they will definitely get chances in the upcoming events.

“We have been observing these players since the camp in Multan and we have tested them in different conditions, with their most recent challenge being the three T20 matches against our top international players. “Fatima Sana has displayed some outstanding leadership credentials in domestic tournaments recently, and I am sure she will lead this side with example.” Fatima Sana: “It is an honour for me to captain Pakistan in the upcoming tournament. The responsibility of leading the emerging side will definitely help me develop as a cricketer and I am eagerly looking forward to leading my team in this important tournament. These players are full of energy and are excited for the opportunity ahead of them.

“We have had good practice over the last few weeks, and the Pakistan Cup Women’s Cricket Tournament provided us ample match practice against tough sides. Ahead of these matches, we had a healthy discussion as a team amongst ourselves that we have to make the most of these matches, and I am glad how every player stepped up and contributed in each game.” The emerging team’s pre-tournament camp will begin tomorrow, Thursday, at the Hanif Mohammad High Performance and will run until 8 June. They will depart for Hong Kong on 9 June.

Player support personnel: Aisha Jalil (manager), Mohsin Kamal (head coach), Muhammad Kamran Hussain (assistant coach), Muhammad Usman Shahid (analyst) and Rabia Siddiq (physiotherapist). The national women’s selection committee includes Asmavia Iqbal, Marina Iqbal and Mohtashim Rashid.

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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42% Pakistanis hopeful that student exchanges between Pakistan and India can help in establishing peace between the two countries: Gallup and Gilani Pakistan

Islamabad, May 24, 2023 (PPI-OT): According to a survey conducted by Gallup and Gilani Pakistan, 42% Pakistanis agree that if a student exchange takes place between the Pakistan and India, then friendly relations can be established between the two nations, 36% disagree.

A nationally representative sample of adult men and women from across the country, was asked the question “Keeping in mind Pak-India relations, to what extent do you agree or disagree that if a student exchange takes place between the two countries, then friendly relations can be established between the two nations?” In response, 26% said they completely agree, 24% said they completely disagree, 16% said they agree to some extent, 12% said they disagree to some extent, 9% said they neither agree nor disagree and 13% did not respond or said that they did not know.

Question: “Keeping in mind Pak-India relations, to what extent do you agree or disagree that if a student exchange takes place between the two countries, then friendly relations can be established between the two nations?”

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