Azad Kashmir Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Chaudhary to Visit Poonch for All-Parties Hurriyat Forum Meeting

Rawalkot, Azad Kashmir Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Chaudhary will visit Poonch this week for a meeting of the All-Parties Hurriyat Forum. During the meeting, the forum will announce its plan of action against India’s elections in Kashmir, which they consider forced integration.

According to University of Poonch Rawalakot, the meeting will address the perceived legitimacy of the elections held by India in Kashmir and discuss strategies to challenge their outcomes. The All-Parties Hurriyat Forum has long opposed the incorporation of Kashmir into India, arguing that the region’s people should have the right to self-determination.

Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Chaudhary’s visit underscores the Azad Kashmir government’s support for the Hurriyat Forum’s stance. The discussions are expected to focus on the broader implications of the elections and the forum’s efforts to rally international attention to the issue.

Bahria University Seeks Assistant Controller of Examination for Karachi Campus

Karachi, Bahria University Health Sciences Campus (BUHSC) in Karachi has announced a vacancy for the position of Assistant Controller of Examination. This role demands a candidate with a robust background in educational administration, specifically in managing examination processes and office correspondence among students and faculty.

According to Bahria University, the position requires candidates to have preferably completed 18 years of education from an HEC recognized institute and possess at least five years of relevant work experience in a recognized educational institution. The successful applicant will be expected to handle various administrative and examination-related duties, including the scrutiny of data, compilation and promulgation of results, preparation and verification of student lists and roll number slips, and issuance of provisional certificates and transcripts.

Additional responsibilities include responding to student complaints, maintaining records, managing contracts for office equipment, and ensuring the safe custody of all documents. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint, is also required to efficiently manage the assigned tasks.

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Bahria University Opens Assistant Director Position for Student Affairs

Karachi, Bahria University has announced an opening for the position of Assistant Director of Student Affairs at its Karachi campus. The position focuses on managing and implementing student financial aid programs, including scholarships, fee concessions, and loans, in line with university policies and donor requirements.

According to Bahria University, candidates for the Assistant Director of Student Affairs role must have at least an 18-year education from an HEC-recognized institute and a minimum of five years of post-qualification experience. The role demands excellent communication and computer skills, with a strong aptitude for problem-solving and learning.

Key responsibilities for this position include initiating and managing financial aid schemes, processing case files for the approval and disbursement of financial aids, assisting in policy design and document formulation, and executing special government projects. The successful candidate will also be involved in preparing audit reports for both university and externally sponsored financial aids and maintaining records for accreditation purposes. Additionally, the role supports the oversight of Student Support Centers across the university’s campuses, enhancing student engagement in clubs, societies, and community support programs.

Jamia Poonch University Vows to Uphold Strict Laws and Optimize Resource Use

Rawalakot, Vice Chancellor of Jamia Poonch, Professor Dr. Muhammad Zakaria Zakir, emphasized the university’s commitment to stringent law enforcement and optimal resource utilization during a meeting with top academic and administrative staff. He highlighted the university’s drive to enhance transparency and accountability to foster public trust and ensure effective academic and administrative support.

According to University of Poonch Rawalakot, the meeting involved discussions on various strategic issues, including the ongoing mega projects and the effective distribution of facilities. Registrar Dr. Abdul Rauf briefed the Vice Chancellor on current teaching activities and the involvement of students in workshops, as well as a visit from German Professor Peter Joseph, which is expected to open new opportunities for students.

The meeting also featured updates from the Directors of Works, Planning and Development, and Student Affairs, detailing progress in the Chota Gula Campus Sports Complex and other developmental projects, alongside student co-curricular activities. Vice Chancellor Zakir expressed his satisfaction with the university’s direction and stressed that all operations would be conducted transparently to prevent any form of corruption.

Punjab University to Hold Seminar on Blasphemy Laws and Social Responsibilities

Lahore, Punjab University’s Directorate of Students Affairs is set to host an awareness seminar titled “Law of Blasphemy and our Social Responsibilities.” The event is scheduled to take place today, Thursday, at 10:30 am in the Sheikh Zayed Islamic Centre Auditorium.

According to University of The Punjab, the seminar aims to provide insight into the country’s blasphemy laws and discuss the community’s social responsibilities regarding this sensitive subject. Punjab University Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr. Khalid Mahmood, former Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Aneeq Ahmad, President of the Lahore Bar High Court Asad Manzoor Butt, and Dr. Rana Tanvir Qasim, Director Coordination at the Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC), will be among the speakers addressing the audience.

The event underscores the university’s initiative to engage students and the broader academic community in understanding complex legal and societal issues that are pertinent in Pakistan today.

University of the Punjab to Host Webinar on Religious Extremism Counter Strategies

Lahore, The Pakistan Study Centre at the University of the Punjab is set to organize a webinar titled “Understanding and Countering Religious Extremism: Strategies for a Safer Pakistan.” Scheduled for Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 10:00 AM, the event will address the critical issue of religious extremism, exploring effective strategies to counter this challenge in Pakistan.

According to University of The Punjab, the webinar will feature Professor Dr. Husnul Amin from the Department of Peace and Conflict Studies at the National Defence University Islamabad as the keynote speaker. Joining the discussion is Professor Dr. Naumana Kiran, Director of the Pakistan Study Centre at the University of the Punjab. The event is anticipated to draw a diverse audience, including scholars, students, and professionals interested in the intersection of GIS technology, building information modeling, and geotechnical studies.

The initiative underscores the university’s commitment to fostering academic discourse on vital national issues and exploring solutions through scholarly engagement. Interested individuals can join the webinar through the contact details provided by the university.

University of the Punjab Hosts Seminar on GIS Applications in Building Information Modeling and Geotechnics

Lahore, The Centre for Geographical Information System (CGIS) at the University of the Punjab, as part of its GIS Talk Series on Emerging Topics in Earth Observation and Spatial Data Science, recently held an international seminar titled “GIS Applications in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Geotechnics.” The event brought together a wide array of participants ranging from students to professionals, all keen on exploring the integration of GIS with BIM and geotechnical engineering.

According to University of The Punjab, the seminar featured Dr. Sajid Ali, a GIS analyst at HPC AG in Hamburg, Germany, and an alumnus of the University of the Punjab. Dr. Ali, who completed his PhD from RWTH Aachen University in 2020, shared insights from his extensive research in natural hazards, marine geosciences, and tectonophysics. His expertise provided a comprehensive overview of how GIS technology can be effectively applied in the fields of building information modeling and geotechnics, areas critical for the planning and management of construction projects and natural hazard assessment.

The seminar not only served as an educational platform for current students of the university but also engaged professionals and alumni through a live online broadcast via Google Meet. This approach facilitated a broader dissemination of knowledge and allowed participants from various sectors to gain valuable insights into cutting-edge applications of GIS technology.