Day: May 30, 2023

Haripur, May 30, 2023 (PPI-OT): A one-day international conference on new trends in nanotechnology organized at the University of Haripur According to the details, the special guests were Prof. Arshad Salim Bhatti, Vice Chancellor of Virtual University of Pakistan, Dr. Maruf Shah, Director of COMSATS University, Abbottabad, Prof. Dr. Umeer Manzoor, Dean of Nautical University, Prof. Dr. Abida Raza Rao from Barani Agricultural University, Department of Biology, International Islamic University. Prof. Dr. Bushra Aziz, Dr. Shaista Shahzada of Department of Physics, Dr. Syed Shiraz Ahmad, Chairman of Department of Physics of Swabi University, Dr. Ayub Jadoun of Abbottabad University and professors and students of leading universities from all over the country participated.

At the beginning of the conference, Haripur University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Shafiqur Rahman welcomed the distinguished speakers, professors, students and other participants who came from all over the country and thanked them all for participating in the conference. paid On this occasion, he highlighted the need and importance of academic and research collaboration between universities. The conference was jointly organized by Chairman Department of Physics, Dr. Fayaz and Dr. Syed Mohammad Ali, Chairman Department of Microbiology of the University of Haripur along with their teams. Dr. Kamran Rehan, Assistant Professor, Physics performed as stage secretary.

The conference was jointly organized by Haripur University Physics Department Chairman Dr. Fayaz and Microbiology Department Chairman Dr. Syed Mohammad Ali and their teams. While the duties of the stage secretary were performed by Dr. Kamran Rehan, Assistant Professor of the Department of Physics. While the international speakers included Dr. Stefano Santi, University of Naples, Italy, Dr. Mujeebur Rahman, York St. John University, England, and Dr. Nauman Arshad, Sunway University Malaysia, addressed the conference online.

The special guest Vice Chancellor Virtual University Prof. Dr. Arshad Saleem Bhatti spoke about the history of nanotechnology and its importance in modern times and the opportunities and challenges of this technology in Pakistani universities and asked the participating students to take full advantage of these opportunities. Advised. Several experts addressed the conference and students and participants from various universities and organizations presented research papers.

For more information, contact:

The University of Haripur

Hattar Road near Swat Chowk, Haripur,

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Tel: +92-995-615384

Fax: +92-0995615384

Email: registrar@uoh.edu.pk

Website: http://www.uoh.edu.pk

Islamabad, May 30, 2023 (PPI-OT): Faculty of Computing at Capital University of Science and Technology held 8th Episode of ExcITeCup with the slogan Excel in IT on May 27, 2023. The event is based on different creatively challenging activities for enthusiasts from fellow universities located in Islamabad and other cities of Pakistan.

This year ExcITeCup offered seven challenging competitions such as: –

Quiz Competition

Programming Competition

Software Project Competition

Table Tennis

Poster Designing Competition

Hackathon Competition

E-Gaming Competition: –

Fifa

Tekken

The colourful episode of ExcITeCup was officially started with a ribbon cutting ceremony from Prof. Dr. Muhammad Abdul Qadir, Dean Faculty of Computing, Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad. The ceremony was attended by university officials, faculty and judges. The inauguration ceremony followed the recitation of Holy Quran and a welcome address by Prof. Dr. Nayyer Masood, the convener of ExcITeCup. He embraced and obliged the participant teams from various universities obsequiously. He also conveyed the objective of event to the guest participants, and provided the details of all competitions. The chief guest of this ceremony was Prof. Dr. Abdul Qadir, Dean Faculty of Computing, CUST.

He graced the ceremony with his presence. Later the conductors of different competitions explained the proposed venue and time of the competitions individually in front of the audience. The inaugural session encapsulated by serving Hi-Tea and refreshment to all attendees. Winning participants of different universities were presented with shields, prize money and certificates along with the IT Cup. However, Dr. A. Q. Khan Institute of Computer Sciences and Information Technology commonly known as KICSIT has remained the recipient of the IT Cup for the year 2023. In the last, Prof. Dr. Nayyer Masood presented the shield to the chief guest.

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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

Islamabad, May 30, 2023 (PPI-OT): The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East and Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) organized ‘A Conversation with Ms. Bette Dam, author of Looking for the Enemy: Mullah Omar and the Unknown Taliban. Diplomats, academics and students attended the event. During her introductory remarks, Ms. Amina Khan, Director of CAMEA, highlighted the distinctiveness of Ms. Dam’s work as a Western author, offering a fresh perspective on the subject matter. She emphasized that Ms. Dam’s nuanced approach of exploring all sides of the story contributes to a comprehensive and unbiased analysis, enabling readers to gain deeper insights into complex issues. Ms. Khan noted that this ability to embrace different viewpoints enhances the resonance and relevance of Ms. Dam’s writing in the region.

DG ISSI, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, delivered welcome remarks. He appreciated Ms. Dam’s work, stating that her work had helped demystify many aspects of Mullah Omer’s life and mission which had remained shrouded in mystery. In particular, her research had provided fresh perspective on the indigenous origins of the Taliban movement, factors for its rise in the peculiar circumstances of the civil war-ridden Afghanistan of the mid-1990s, the handling of 9/11 and its aftermaths by Taliban leadership, the troubled relationship between Mullah Omar and Al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden, and the last days of Mullah Omar and his demise in Afghanistan. He stated that Ms Dam’s work is a comprehensive and independent analysis that allows readers to gain profound insights into the complexities of the issues at hand. He expressed the hope that this book would inspire more scholars to further pursue the themes Ms. Bette Dam had highlighted.

Ms. Bette Dam gave a brief presentation on her journey as an investigative journalist in particular. During the discussion, Ms. Bette Dam highlighted the extensive research that had been undertaken to delve into the intricacies of Mullah Omar’s life, encompassing his upbringing, formative years, development as a leader, the inception of the Taliban movement, and the final moments of his life. Ms. Bette Dam also talked about Mullah Omar’s perspective on the Taliban, revealing that he viewed the group as a neutral peacekeeping force with the intention to halt the ongoing conflict and chaos in Afghanistan. Contrary to prevailing beliefs, as highlighted in her book, Ms. Bette Dam challenged the narrative by emphasizing that Mullah Omar, the former Taliban leader, remained in Afghanistan until his death, refuting the misconception that he died in Pakistan. Ms. Dam went on to assert that the realities surrounding Afghanistan have been distorted by Western media’s narrative.

She stressed that the complete picture is rarely presented, suggesting that a more comprehensive understanding is necessary to grasp the complexities of the situation. During her discourse, Ms. Bette Dam shed light on the dominance of the Western narrative in media coverage, noting that this perspective has influenced approximately 80 percent of the portrayal. She emphasized the need for a more balanced and nuanced approach, as the media has tended to focus on violence and portrayed only one side of the story. Ms. Dam also revealed that in 2001, the Taliban had written surrender letters to the then-Afghan leader Hamid Karzai, which were unfortunately dismissed and thus an important opportunity for peace was conceivably lost. Furthermore, she highlighted that the refusal by Rumsfeld, the United States Secretary of Defense at the time, played a significant role in the subsequent unfolding of events.

Her remarks were followed by an interactive discussion. The participants’ comments focused on her key findings as well as problems related to the dominance of the Western narrative and the difficulties it posed for objective journalistic reporting.

For more information, contact:

Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI)

Sector F-5/2, Islamabad – 44000, Pakistan

Tel: +92-51-9202481

Fax: +92-51-9204658

E-mail: strategy@issi.org.pk

Website: http://issi.org.pk/

Islamabad, May 30, 2023 (PPI-OT): Vice Chancellor of Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah International Islamic University (UniSHAMS) of Malaysia, Dr. Asamadi Mohamed Naim called on President, International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) Dr. Hathal Hamoud Al-Otaibi at his office here at new campus on Tuesday. During the meeting, issues of mutual interests including initiatives for promotion of quality education and role of universities in society building were discussed. The meeting was also attended by Vice President, Research and enterprise Dr. Ahmed Shuja Syed.

Dr. Asamadi appreciated role of IIUI in service to society and hoped that bilateral cooperation between both universities will enhance. He briefed him about uniSHAMS, its vision, collaborations and future plans. He stressed the need of promotion of cooperation between the universities of Islam world. On the occasion, IIUI President said that IIUI will be keen to enhance its bilateral ties with the universities across the world. He said university is focusing on Online Distance Learning and it will be keen to initiate mutual cooperation in this regard. Dr. Hathal also told Dr. Asamadi about IIUI’s vision, future plans and strategy for academic excellence. IIUI President while stressing the linkages between universities said that educational institutions must promote exchange of experiences through mutual cooperation.

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

Islamabad, May 30, 2023 (PPI-OT): International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) celebrated its remarkable achievement in the latest QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) World University Rankings by organizing an appreciation ceremony, hosted by the Quality Assurance Directorate (QAD). The university has been recognized among the world’s top institutions, securing positions between 51-100 in the subject of Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies, and an impressive debut position of 351-400 in Mathematics. The Worthy President IIU, H.E. Dr. Hathal Homoud Alotaibi, expressed his gratitude and extended congratulations to the academic and administrative staff of the University for their Exceptional Contribution to this prestigious accomplishment. He emphasized the importance of continued dedication and hard work, urging the university community to strive for excellence and ascend to the top positions in all global rankings in the future.

Dr. Hathal Hamood described this achievement as the beginning of a new era of success for IIUI. During the ceremony, the IIU President presented certificates awarded by QS international ranking agencies to the Deans of the Faculty of Science (FOS), Faculty of Usuluddin (FOU), Faculty of Shari’ah and Law (FSL), and Faculty of Arabic (FOA). He commended the efforts of the team, particularly the Vice President’s office, the Research and Education Directorate, and the Quality Assurance and Development (QAD) Directorate, for their relentless commitment to ensuring a well-deserved placement in the global rankings.

At the end of ceremony Dr. Hathal vowed that the university’s leadership believes that the upcoming rankings will exhibit even more positive results, as several new reforms and initiatives have entered their advanced stages of implementation. These measures include the execution of the university’s strategic plan and academic audits, among others. The IIUI community is enthusiastic about the university’s rising global stature and is motivated to further enhance its academic and research endeavours. With this significant recognition, IIUI aims to solidify its position as a leading educational institution, offering excellence in education, research, and innovation.

International Islamic University Islamabad continues to embark on its journey towards becoming a beacon of knowledge and a hub for intellectual development, committed to providing students with a transformative educational experience while contributing meaningfully to society and the global academic community.

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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

Islamabad, May 30, 2023 (PPI-OT): Islam is real solution for societal issues: Rana Tanveer Hussain

Addressing the concluding ceremony of 38th Human Resource Development Program for the Officers of Armed Forces of Pakistan organized by Dawah Academy of International Islamic University (IIU), Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training, Rana Tanveer Hussain on Tuesday said that following the true teachings of Islam is the only way to solve the societal issues.

Rana Tanveer Hussain, appreciated and congratulated the International Islamic University Islamabad’s Dawah Academy for conducting such courses for understanding the true spirit of our religion specially designed for professionals in various institutions. He added that such programs must be conducted in the entire country so that we can spread the message of Islam in true spirit. The Federal Minister highlighted that such training and programs are dire need of time to disseminate peace in society as few elements are trying to disseminate hate and violence in the society. Rana Tanveer Hussain added that Muslim Ummah is working on Islamophobia with unity and in our country it is our prime responsibility to remain united.

Addressing the concluding ceremony Dr. Hathal Hamood Alotaibi, President, International Islamic University Islamabad (IIU) said that the role of educational institutions and universities is character building of youth while seeking solutions to problems is significant during training. Dr. Hathal emphasized the importance of knowledge in personal development and lauded Da’wah Academy’s role for consistently organizing essential courses for human resource development and Islamic orientation. On this occasion President IIU said that the Forces of Pakistan are one of the best across the globe and the role of Pakistan Forces is exemplary. Dr. Hathal stressed to launch online training programs for spreading the message of Islam through such training courses. He encouraged the participants to utilize this opportunity to expand their knowledge, considering it as a key to unlocking new doors of enlightenment.

Director General of Da’wah Academy, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ilyas.

In his speech, briefed about the historic background of Dawah Academy and its training programs. Dr. Ilyas vowed that Dawah Academy in collaboration with other institutions would conduct such training programs throughout the country. D. G. Dawah Academy elaborated the vision of President IIU and highlighted the Strategic Plan 2022-2026 of the university. He added that Da’wah Academy of International Islamic University Islamabad is committed to its mission of fostering academic excellence and facilitating the holistic development of individuals, in line with the principles of Islam.

Dr. Abdul Fareed Brohi, In-Charge (Training Department), presented a comprehensive report of Dawah Academy’s Training programs and highlighted significant features of the Human Resource Development Program for professionals of Armed Forces of Pakistan. He highlighted the month-long activities of the training participants at campus and shared details of visiting institutions. He said that almost 30 officers from the Pakistan Army, Pakistan Air Force, and Pakistan Navy participated in this prestigious training initiative. At the end of the ceremony certificates and shields were presented to course participants by the Federal Minister.

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