The participants also shared their views regarding polio affected Muslim countries particularly Afghanistan, Nigeria and vowed to join hands to eliminate polio in the bud. They also agreed on the fact polio vaccination is Halal and its obligation of everybody to contribute in polio eradication.
It is pertinent to mention that the first round of the conference was organized in International Islamic University Islamabad and in Pakistan IIUI is the coordination center of this movement.

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Zafar Iqbal escorted an interactive and informative discussion, and accentuated the need to reach all the students and for that a teacher must be aware of the ways her students learn new information. He emphasized on adopting necessary doctrines (morals, values, nahi-un-l-munkarat i-e farze-ain) first and then worldly knowledge up to this day of technology (farze-kifaya) and espousing an integrated blend of Din and Dunya.

Dr. N. B Jumani, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences in his address in seminar, appreciated the endeavours of Dr Samina Malik, Chairperson and other members of the team of Department of Education in organizing such insightful activities for the scholars. He also paid his gratitude to the administration of the university for approving and admiring these activities arranged by the Department, and expressed gratitude to the resource person for accepting the invitation and sensitizing the scholars about selecting the appropriate model of teaching according to needs of diverse students.

Earlier, Dr Shamsa Aziz, Assistant Professor Department of Education welcomed the participants and briefed them about the essence and Philosophy of arranging these seminars.

Second round of regional competition for the Allama Iqbal Shield was held at Faisal Mosque campus of IIUI where 56 contestants from 14 universities showed their talent. Nafisa Habib of IIUI claimed first position in Urdu while Waleed Zafar of IIUI brought fame to IIUI by standing second in the same category of the competition and third position of Urdu category was taken by Junaid Bin Amir of Air University Islamabad.

In the English category of the competition, NUML students shined while grabbing first two positions, Atta ur Rauf of NUML got first while Urooj Qaiser from the same university stood second. Third position of English catefory went to Zaheer Babar of NUST. Third and final round of the competition would be held at Higher Education Commission (HEC) in April where 30 students across the country from Urdu and English categories would compete.

Results ceremony of the competition was presided over by Acting President Dr. Mohammad Bashir Khan while Director General (Academics HEC) Fida Hussain was the guest of honor. The ceremony was also joined by Regional Coordinator HEC declamation contest and Cultural Advisor IIUI Dr. Safeer Awan, Students’ Advisor IIUI Dr. Tahir Khalili and coordinator of contest Ausaf Chaudhry.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Bashir Khan said IIUI is proud of hosting competition and such activities are necessary for enhancing the intellectual capacity and confidence building of the students.” Youth is real hope for country, Pakistani students do not only have ability to add pace in country’s progress but they have also potential to make Muslim Ummah united and developed” said IIUI Acting President. He also appreciated the efforts of organizers and thanked for HEC support during arrangements of the contest.

Fida Hussain said HEC would keep arranging such activities and all support would be provided to educational institutions for organizing productive programs and competitions. He appreciated the contents, style and confidence of the contestants. He apprised the audience about the details of rounds of competition and told that HEC was all set to host the final round of Allama Iqbal Shield in next month. He also lauded the arrangements of IIUI organizers.

Dr. Tahir Khalili, while expressing his remarks said IIUI witnessed remarkable talent of Pakistan youth during last three years while hosting the declamation competition and university would keep arranging extra and co-curricular activities with more zeal in future.

At the end of the ceremony, Dr. Bashir Khan awarded shields to the winners of competition and judges of the competition while a souvenir was also presented to DG Academics HEC by Dr. Bashir Khan.

The board discussed and analyzed synopses’ of PhD students of Faculty of Social Sciences. The board members also issued valuable instructions for further research work to the students. On this occasion, Dr. Al-Draiweesh directed the board members to make it sure that research must be impartial and the proper application of research methodology should not be neglected.

The meeting was chaired by the Chairman of the BoG and Rector IIUI Prof. Dr. Masoom Yasinzai, while President, IIU (Vice-Chairman) Prof Dr. Ahmed Yousif Al-Draiweesh, Worthy members including Mr. Salman Faruqui, Wafaqi Muhtasib, Senator Sardar Fateh Muhammad Hasni, Justice Rizwan Ali Dodani Jutice federal Shariat Court Pakistan, Prof. Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, Executive Director, HEC, Dr. Inam-ur-Rehman Scientist Emeritus PIEAS, Tariq Nawaz Joint Secretary Ministry of Education and Training, Secretary of BoG Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Khwaja, Director General (AF&P), IIUI attended the meeting. The body admired the efforts of Dr. Masoom Yasinzai and Dr. Al-Draiweesh to up-lift the standard of education in IIUI. They also congratulated over the success of 9th convocation which was under the supervision of Dr. Masoom and Dr. Al-Draiweesh.

He also assured the parents who prefer International Islamic University for their daughters that they should remain confident. “University administration will take all possible measures to safeguard the interests of their daughters especially those who live in IIUI hostels and will not let them to be at the mercy of a gang illegal students who are involved in subversive activities and bring bad name to the reputation of IIUI”. Dr. Masoom added.

He also made media persons aware that university authority has an obligation to provide conducive environment to all the students that develops a wholesome personality and the university will continue to work in the same direction and would not allow miscreants to operate from within the university.

Rector condemned baseless stories and took serious exception to the news item related to the 3 girl students who have alleged to be detained in the university hostels. He made clear the situation and told the fact of the matter is that the three girls were involved in a strike in the university on 23rd of December 2013.

The university followed the laid out procedures to expel these students from the university hostels against which they were given temporary relief by the court. The university honoured the order of the court and allowed them to stay in their rooms. Eventually, their stay was vacated by the court on 20th of February 2014.

He further said that the management peacefully approached the students to vacate the rooms in the light of the court orders and university got the possession of their seats peacefully. Rector said today the accused girls created a drama and broke the locks of their rooms illegally and violated the university laws. One of the girls confined herself in a room with the help of other two and started calling media spreading the fabricated news of the habeas corpus. All hostel residents are safe and secure and university strives to ensure the well being of its students.

Deputy Director General Dawah Academy IIUI Dr. Imtiaz Zafar and Deputy Director (ORIC) Muhammad Adnan Khan were also present in the meeting. The delegation paid thanks to HEC for providing guest house during a training program of Dawah Academy, at Lahore. Matters regarding a grand meeting of the high ups of all five Islamic Universities of the world on the occasion of IIUI 26th Cultural Week were also discussed.

Dr. Mukhtar said a comprehensive program for training of Aima with cooperation of HEC and IIUI can be helpful to deal with the leading contemporary issues, it was agreed that a meeting in this regard would be held soon to set guidelines.

Executive Director HEC said IIUI is playing vital role for promotion of knowledge under the leadership of IIUI President Prof. Dr. Ahmed Yousif Al-Draiweesh and hoped it would make a place in the list of leading universities of the world.

Speaking on the occasion, Gulzar Ahmed Khwaja lauded the support of HEC for IIUI and thanked for cooperation during the recent 9th convocation of the university. He assured that university administration would remain committed to provide quality education to students of Pakistan and Muslim Ummah.

A total of 42982 participants including men, women and children have successfully completed Islamic Correspondence Courses of ‘The Holy Quraan, study of Hadith’, study of Islam and ‘Guldasta’ course (for children) organized by Academy while 54 participants who stood first in various courses were awarded in the ceremony.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Muhammad Bashir Khan highlighted role of educational institutions in imparting Islamic teachings amongst the students along with worldly knowledge. “You cannot become a good Pakistani unless you are good Muslim,” he said. He added extremism was reason of instability and educational institutions could help be ended the issue. He called upon the participants that they should adopt Islamic approach in every aspect of their practical lives.

“IIUI holds programs for people of all aspects of life and teaches and proved training to them to utilize expertise in the light of teachings of Islam because it has a huge responsibility to disseminate and promote education being a top seat of learning” he maintained.

Dr. Imtiaz Zafar, DDG of Da’Wah Academy, apprised the audience that the Islamic Correspondence Courses were started in 1985 with establishment of the Da’wah Academy. He said that in all 43,000 participants out of nearly 78 thousands have completed these courses successfully. He said the Da’Wah Academy was established in order to promote cause of Islam and its teaching from the Government level. Dr. Imtiaz said the academy has also been organising training programmes and workshops for civil and military officials, journalists and others for their Islamic orientation. Dr. Misbah ur Rehman Yousfi presented the detail report of the courses during the ceremony.

Representing the participants of courses, Dr. Col. Musharraf Imam and Saira Abbasi lauded the courses and paid thanks for the cooperation of Dawah staff. Abdul Latif Sufi, a 76-year old veteran mechanical engineer, was the most appreciated participant as he held three outstanding positions in three courses for adult participants. The successful participants of these courses have come to Islamabad from across the country to receive their degrees. Participants from age 15 to 75 were part of these courses and those who attended the ceremony were awarded with the gifts and certificates by Dr. Mohammad Bashir Khan at the end.

Dr. Masoom gave brief introduction about the university, its educational programs, courses and other activities. Rector also offered special courses, training programs comprising Islamic banking and finance that would be arranged for Thai. He further extended saying that the IIUI would send its experts to Thailand for training and develop human resource in the field of Islamic financing and banking. Dr. Masoom also extolled to have cooperation in this field and in all respects to strengthen the ties of education and initiate an exchange programs also. Dr. Anas Amatayakul made rector aware about the growing Islamic banking system and trends in Thailand. He also mentioned to seek the expertise from Islamic University to strengthen the capability.

On the occasion Dr. Atiq uz Zafar also gave detail account about the programs and workshops that were arranged by IIIE IIUI in Sri Lanka and Mortious respectively. Later on delegation visited Faculty of Economics where they met with DG IIIE Dr. Muhammad Yasin, senior faculty member including Dr. Khaliq uz Zaman, Dr. Arshad Ali Bhatti and Dr. Zaqib. The faulty member also warmly welcomed and extended their cooperation to give any kind of assistance. They also proposed a MoU to further develop bilateral relations.

IIUI had received enormous response for the scholarships from students (male & female) of various nationalities and now after start of scholarship provision, they have thanked Department of Awqaf Saleh Abdel Aziz Al Rajhi, Saudi Arabia for providing them valuable opportunity to strengthen their future.

IIUI has thanked the endowment of Department of Awqaf Saleh Abdel Aziz Al Rajhi, Saudi Arabia for its valuable assistance that would have good impact on the beneficiaries of this scholarship. It is pertinent to mention that aforesaid agreement of scholarships was signed between both institutions during President IIUI Dr. Ahmed Yousif Al-Draiweesh last years’ visit to Saudi Arabia.

On the occasion, President IIUI thanked the Chief Justice for the noble feelings expressed by him and prayed Almighty Allah to enable him to come up to his expectation and the expectation of the University’s other senior officials.
He also briefly apprised the Chief Justice about the various academic, religious, cultural activities and programs that university is pursuing in the interest of knowledge, students, Islam and Muslims. The President IIUI also invited Chief Justice in meeting of the University’s Board of Trustees, of which he is a member and that is going to be held soon. The Chief Justice thankfully accepted the invitation of the President he also invited him to grace the university with his personal visit that would enable the university community to benefit from his rich and valuable academic and judicial expertise.
At the end of the meeting, the President thanked the Chief Justice for his warm welcome and hospitality. and said that he benefited much from his valuable advice and guidance, which would help him in leading this University to further development academically, administratively and technically and make it a great citadel of knowledge that would illuminate for the Muslims the path to goodness, righteousness, moderation and balance and keep them at a distance from extremism and militancy. He also expressed his hope that this would help in preserving the original character of this University while benefiting from all the modern knowledge and sciences which are beneficial to mankind.

On this occasion, Dr. Al-Draiweesh directed the board members to make it sure that research must be impartial and it should not neglect the proper application of research methodology. He directed the deans and head of departments to devise internal committees to evaluate course schemes for avoiding overlapping of the subjects.

During the meeting, the board discussed and analyzed synopses’ of PhD students from Faculty of Social Sciences. The board members also issued valuable instructions for further research work to the students.

President IIUI Dr. Ahmed Yousif Al-Draiweesh, on the recommendations of Departmental Promotion Committee, has approved the promotion of 20 employees which include 4 Assistants, 6 UDCs, 2 LDCs, 1 stenotypist, 1 cataloguer, 2 Sub-Engineers (Civil) 1 hardware technician, 1 network technician, and 2 Assistant network technicians. Promoted employees have praised the act and thanked President IIUI and administration of university for acknowledging their services.

On the occasion Vice President Academics Dr. Muhammad Bashir Khan, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences Dr. Nabi Bux Jummani, Director Female Campus Dr. Zaitoon Begum, In-Charge department of Anthropology Dr. Noreen Sehar and new admitted students also attended the inaugural ceremony. President said on the occasion IIUI committed to achieve an excellence in education and this is real mile stone to hit the core destination of IIUI.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh advised the students to prove yourself to accomplish your desired goals and university would provide all possible facility in support. He also instructed the faculty members that the course outline must be according to the teachings of Islam and contemporary time.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh also congratulated the new student being first badge of Anthropology in the university and wished them very best of luck in their future. Dr. Nabi Bux Jummani thanked the worthy president on sparing his precious time and hoped Dr. Al-Draiweesh would keep his patronizing. Dr. Noreen briefed president about the course outline and study scheme as well.

Dr. Tanveer Afzal from Allama Iqbal Open University Islamabad and Dr. Muhammad Idrees Assistant Education Advisor Curriculum Development Government of Pakistan were the resource persons of the workshop. Dean Faculty of Social Sciences Dr. Nabi Bux Jummani in his address appreciated the initiative taken by department and said “Teachers should have command on the methodology of teaching; they are supposed to be trained accordingly”.

On behalf of Chairperson Department of Education Dr. Sameena Malik, Dr. Shamsa Aziz welcomed the participants of the workshop and briefed about it. It is worth mentioning that in connection of the series the department has successfully conducted and completed 3 workshops already

At NUML the delegation was received by the Dean Faculty of Languages and Director General, where a seminar was also conducted on the topic “Role of KSA in spreading Arabic”. Professor Dr. Muhammad Abdul Rehman Al-Hadlaq in his lecture described various efforts and contribution of KSA in the promotion of Arabic language within and outside the country. He also briefed the audience about the objectives and programs of the Center. The delegation also met the Rector NUML Maj Gen Masood Hassan (R) and visited language labs in various departments of NUML.

After that the delegation visited AIOU, where the Vice Chancellor Dr. Nazeer Ahmed Sanghi received them. Professor Dr. Saleh Al-Ghamidi, Dean Faculty of Arts, King Saud University & Professor Dr. Saleh Al-Shasry, Head department of humanities, King Khalid Military College shared their views about “Role of Arabic language in promoting the Islamic Sciences”. The head of delegation Professor Dr. M. Al-Hadlaq, in his address, as chief guest, highlighted the role of King Abdullah International Center in the promotion of Arabic language and expressed his gratitude to the hosts and hoped that this visit would pave the to open new avenues of cooperation for the promotion of Arabic language in Pakistan.

Later on, the delegation paid visit to the Embassy of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and of the Cultural Attaché Dr. Hazza Al-Ghamidi here in Islamabad. Prof. President IIUI Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, accompanied the delegation in their visit. Dr. Hazza Al-Ghamidi, presented a report about the efforts of his office for introducing courses of Arabic language in Pakistan. Head department of Translation and Interpretation IIUI Dr. Inam ul Haq Ghazi was the chief organizer to arrange visit of delegation.

Saudi Cultural Attaché in Pakistan Dr. Hazza Al-Ghamidi was also present on the occasion. President Dr. Al-Draiweesh discussed the matters related to the promotion of Arabic language in the university & Pakistan with the delegation. The head delegation, Professor Dr. M. Al-Hadlaq assured that the Center would provide maximum possible cooperation to the University for the Cause of Arabic language.

Earlier, the delegation visited Dr. Hamidullah Library, Faisal Mosque, National Monument, Lake View and Daman-e-Koh. The member took keen interest in these tourist places and National heritage of Pakistan. They thanked IIUI for arranging this recreational trip.

While thesis was also evaluated and approved by following two foreigner distinguished professors Dr. Mahdi Zahraa Department of Law, Economics, Accountancy and Risk Glasgow School for Business and Society Glasgow Caledonian University, UK and Prof. Dr. Nedzed Basic Vice Dean Faculty of Law, University in Bihac, Kulin Bara Bosnia and Herze Govina.

In meeting President briefed him about the present educational achievements and upcoming plans of the university in detail. Justice ^(R) Khalil ur Rehman admired the efforts and steps taken by Dr. Al-Draiweesh for the up-lifting the standard of education in IIUI and hoped university would get progress by leap and bounds. President also mentioned the services of Justice ^(R) Khalil ur Rehman which he performed while he was a rector of IIUI and said university would be taking benefits of his decisions and experience

Opening ceremony was joined by Deputy Governor SBP Saeed Ahmed as chief guest while Pro Chancellor RIU Hassan Muhammad Khan, Prof. Anis Ahmed, Chief Academic Officer (INCEIF) Malaysia Prof. Syed Othman Al-Habshi, Vice President IIUI Dr. Mohammad Bashir Khan and various prominent personalities including Prof. Khurshid Ahmed who also delivered keynote address during the ceremony.

“Islamic economic system has revealed the deficiencies of capitalistic paradigm 1400 years ago and world can get rid of present financial crisis by adopting Islamic banking and financial system as it has no deficiencies and it deals on the basis of equity” said President IIUI. He added Islam is a complete religion which addresses all aspects of life and there is a dire need to study the Islamic law of transactions because it may lead the world towards prosperity and end of economic inequality.

While stressing upon Islamic economic researchers he urged for promotion of Islamic economics. Dr. Al-Draiweesh said IIUI is ready to provide platform for organizing such conferences and vowed that university would provide maximum support to all institutions which want to work on promotion of Islamic economics. He maintained that Islamic economic paradigm is the only solution of prevailing problems in financial system. President IIUI also announced that university would soon organize an international conference on “Economics in Islam and Globalization”. He lauded the efforts of organizers for arranging conference on a contemporary and important topic.

During his keynote address in the conference, Prof, Khurshid Ahmed discussed risk and equity based investments and financing to resolve the global financial problems. He stressed upon the paradigm shift of economics and urged for Islamic economic reforms. He urged Muslim world for self reliance while asking to end dependency on capitalism. He added that Muslim countries’ decision making should be according to Islamic values.

Saeed Ahmed urged for promotion of Islamic banking and equity while utilizing the private equality fund in the light of Islamic paradigm. He said a only Islamic system is the need of hour, which protects the welfare of masses and positive use of resources and helps to fight the challenges of prevailing financial crisis.

Earlier, the ceremony was also addressed by Hassan M. Khan who highlighted the objectives and theme of the conference. At the end of the ceremony, Dr. Al-Draiweesh distributed souvenirs among the distinguished guests while a special souvenir was also presented to Dr. Al-Draiweesh by RIU.

On the first day of the conference, topics such as equity investments, corporate governance of Islamic institutions and trust and institutions building for promoting Islamic finance were discussed in its four sessions where various eminent scholars presented their papers and delivered lectures. Conference would conclude today ( Tuesday) at same venue.

Delegation was headed by Dr. Muhammad al-Hadlaq, Ex-Chairman Board of Trustees for the Centre and comprised of renowned scholars and experts in the field of Arabic language and literature.

Prof. Dr. Salih al-Shathri head of the Department of Humanities, Military College of King Khalid, delivered a lecture on the topic “Teaching of Arabic Language in women community” in a seminar organized at Female Campus.

Meanwhile, Dr. Salih bin Mueed Al-Ghamadi Dean Faculty of Literature, , King Saud University delivered lecture on” Teaching of Arabic Language in Islamic Societies” in the seminar room of Faculty of Shariah & Law. The purpose of these seminars was to discuss various ways of cooperation between IIUI and the Centre for the promotion of Arabic Language in Pakistan. The lectures were followed by discussion, exchange of views and suggestions for mutual cooperation to promote Arabic language.

Delegates also visited Central Library of University where Chief Librarian briefed them about the services of the library, its digital resources and online catalogue system. Later, “Pakistan Arabic Teachers Association” (PATA) organized a luncheon the honour of the delegation. A briefing was also given to the Delegation about the objectives & programs of PATA.

Dr. Mohammad Bashir Khan (Vice President Academics) thanked the delegation on behalf of the university and the President IIUI Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh. He said that the visit of the delegation to the university shall open avenues for joint programs for the sake of Arabic Language. Vice President Academics also presented shields to the members of the delegation on behalf of the President IIUI.

Dean Faculty of Arabic briefed the delegation about various departments and programs in the Faculty. Meanwhile, the Delegation met with Male and Female Faculty of IIUI at the Seminar Room of Central Library. In this introductory meeting the Head of the Delegation briefed the faculty about the objectives, programs and projects of the Center. This briefing was followed by discussion, exchange of views and suggestions for mutual cooperation.

Later, a luncheon was also arranged in the honor of the delegation where Deans of Faculties professors and teachers exchanged ideas with the delegation for the development of the Arabic Language in IIUI and Pakistan.

President of Pakistan and Chancellor International Islamic University Islamabad Mamnoon Hussain, on recommendations of the Board of Governors, Rector IIUI Dr. Masoom Yasinzai and President IIUI Dr. Ahmed Yousif Al-Draiweesh, approved the conferment of degree to King Abdullah Bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud.

The university’s highest award was conferred on King Abdullah by IIUI Chancellor and President of Pakistan Mamnoon Hussain, which was received by Pro-Chancellor IIUI Dr. Sulaiman Ibn Abdullah Aba Al-Khail on behalf of King Abdullah.

King Abdullah, who is the custodian of the two holy mosques in Saudi Arabia, was awarded the degree in recognition of his contributions for welfare of people of Muslim Ummah. He is well known personality for his great interest education cultural aspects and commendable contribution in education, the humanity at large and international peace, harmony and tranquility.

IIUI has also conferred degrees to world famous leaders in its various convocations which include former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela, former Malaysian Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohammad, Dato Seri Abdullah Haji Ahmad Badawi, Prince Hassan Bin Talal of Jordan and Dr. Ekmeleddin İhsanoğlu, Secretary General OIC.

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