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Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe warm-up match rescheduled

Dubai, October 08, 2022 (PPI-OT):The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 warm-up fixture between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe has been rescheduled and will now be played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Tuesday, 11 October at 14h30 local time. The match was to be played on Monday, 10 October at 19h00 at the same venue as per the original schedule but the change has had to be carried out following a change in Zimbabwe’s travel schedule.

The eight teams featuring in the first round of the 16-team tournament play their warm-up fixtures from 10-13 October in Melbourne. The Junction Oval is the other venue that will host practice matches for the first round. The warm-up fixtures for teams who have direct entries in the Super 12s will be played at two venues in Brisbane – the Gabba and the Allan Border Field – on 17 and 19 October.

The complete warm-up fixtures:

10 Oct – West Indies v UAE, Junction Oval, 11h00

10 Oct – Scotland v Netherlands, Junction Oval, 15h00

11 Oct – Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe, MCG, 14h30

11 Oct – Namibia v Ireland, MCG, 19h00

12 Oct – West Indies v Netherlands, MCG, 19h00

13 Oct – Zimbabwe v Namibia, Junction Oval, 23h00

13 Oct – Sri Lanka v Ireland, Junction Oval, 15h00

13 Oct – Scotland v UAE, MCG, 19h00

17 Oct – Australia v India, The Gabba, 14h00

17 Oct – New Zealand v South Africa, Allan Border Field, 14h00

17 Oct – England v Pakistan, The Gabba, 18h00

17 Oct – Afghanistan v Bangladesh, Allan Border Field, 18h00

19 Oct – Afghanistan v Pakistan, The Gabba 13h00

19 Oct – Bangladesh v South Africa, Allan Border Field, 18h00

19 Oct – New Zealand v India, The Gabba, 18h00

For more information, contact:
Headquarters,
International Cricket Council (ICC)
Street 69, Dubai Sports City,
Sh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE
Phone: +97-143828800
Fax: +97-143828600
E-mail: enquiry@icc-cricket.com
Website: www.icc-cricket.com

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MoU signing between Youth General Assembly, Pakistan and University of Central Punjab

Lahore, October 08, 2022 (PPI-OT):Faculty of Management Studies, University of Central Punjab and Youth General Assembly (YGA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on 19th September 2022 to promote cooperation and advancement of understanding in academic and executive education training. One of this MoU’s main objectives is to broaden students’ scope and make them responsible citizens. This collaboration also aims to organize soft-skill-focused training for students. Every year the students will undergo different activities enabling them to change their mind-set to be responsible citizens. This initiative is taken by Ms. Ambreen Khursheed (Senior Lecturer, FOMS).

Present at the ceremony were Mr Fahad Shahbaz, President Youth General Assembly, and Ms Zainab Sohail, Joint Secretory YGA and Ms Imtesal Awan, Information Secretory YGA. Representing UCP were Professor Shafique Ahmed Uqaili, Officiating Dean, FOMS and Director, UCP Business School; Ms Ambreen Khursheed, Senior Lecturer, FOMS; Dr Abdul Waheed Head of Management and Entrepreneurship Department; Dr Ahmed Faisal Imtiaz Siddiqi, Head of IT and General Courses Department.

The objectives and mission of the Youth General Assembly, as well as the current initiatives of YGA, were presented to the UCP representatives. Both parties expressed their commitment to enhancing the participation of youth in political, legal and social affairs. To ensure synchronization of their mutual interests and understanding, Mr Fahad Shahbaz and Professor Shafique Ahmed Uqaili signed the MOU for YGA and UCP, respectively.

The initiative of Ms Ambreen was acknowledged and praised by YGA representatives. Prof. Shafique Ahmed Uqaili expressed gratitude and praised YGA for its efforts and contribution toward youth development. This partnership with UCP reflects the university’s vision toward playing a more constructive role in the advancement of society.

For more information, contact:
University of Central Punjab (UCP)
Khayaban-e-Jinnah Road, Johar Town, Lahore, Pakistan
Phone: +92-42-35880007
Fax: +92-42-35954892
Email: info@ucp.edu.pk
Website: https://www.ucp.edu.pk/

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Learn skills that employers want with Coursera

Lahore, October 08, 2022 (PPI-OT):We would like to introduce Digital Learning and Skills Enrichment Initiative (DLSEI). DLSEI is an initiative of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) in partnership with Coursera Inc. HEC acquired 24,000 licenses at discounted pricing. The Program was formally launched on March 24, 2021.

HEC through its initiative “Digital Learning and Skills Enrichment Initiative (DLSEI)”, intends to provide an opportunity to Students, Alumni, and Faculty members of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to secure Certifications from world-renowned universities, which will enhance their learning capabilities and skills for professional development. A verified certificate from a world-renowned online platform can serve as proof for an employer that the learner is abreast with cutting-edge tools and skills needed for a competitive market. Under a single license, learners can get access to over 1200+ courses, “Guided Projects, Specializations, and Professional Certificates” on Coursera, taught by top instructors from leading universities and companies.

For further information on license, registration, and details of courses, you can visit the following link: https://dlsei.hec.gov.pk/

For more information, contact:
Forman Christian College
Ferozpur Road, Lahore 54600, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-99231581-8
Fax: +92-42-99230703
E-Mail: contact@fccollege.edu.pk
Website: www.fccollege.edu.pk

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A group of BS International Relations students joined internship at one of the leading think tanks “Center for International Strategic Studies Sindh”

Karachi, October 08, 2022 (PPI-OT):A group of BS International Relations students joined internship at one of the leading think tanks “Center for International Strategic Studies Sindh (CISSS)” where they are working under supervision of research experts. The IR program of DSU is known for its highly qualified and supportive faculty, conducive environment and academic engagements. The faculty and students are actively connected with academia, bureaucracy, think tanks, international faculty and organizations, corporate sector, NGOs, media and publishing houses through various collaborative projects.

The International Program of DHA Suffa University is committed to produce the best IR scholars and graduates to fill in the professional and social requirements. Providing internship from a very initial stage will enhance our students’ confidence and understanding of the subject, it will further enable them in building professional linkages for future endeavours.

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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Shan-e-Rahmat-Ul-Alameen Ceremony held 

Sargodha, October 08, 2022 (PPI-OT):In connection with Ashra Shan-e-Rahmat-Ul-Alameen a ceremony was held at Noon Business School University of Sargodha, The Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Qaisar Abbas addressed students, teachers and staff. He Said the Prophet Peace Be Upon Him is a mercy for all the world.

For more information, contact:
University of Sargodha
University Road, Sargodha, Pakistan
Tel: +92-48-9230811-15
Email: info@uos.edu.pk
Website: https://uos.edu.pk

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KSBL celebrates Women’s Day by Breaking the Bias 

Karachi, October 08, 2022 (PPI-OT):KSBL congratulates women from all backgrounds who choose to challenge themselves and make the world a better place, by their resolve, hard work, compassion, and perspective. This year on International Women’s Day, women at KSBL talk about #BreakTheBias

For more information, contact:
Karachi School of Business and Leadership (KSBL)
National Stadium Road, Opposite Liaquat National Hospital,
Karachi – 74800, Pakistan
UAN: +92-21-111-11-KSBL (5725)
Tel: +92-21-34855382, +92-21-38771999
Email: dean@ksbl.edu.pk
Website: https://www.ksbl.edu.pk