Day: October 4, 2021

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VIS Directorate at CUST Signs MoU with Rifah Trust

Islamabad, October 04, 2021 (PPI-OT): There was a MoU renewal ceremony between VIS-CUST and Rifah Trust in CUST campus, Islamabad on October 04, 2021. The Trust mainly focus on Education, Health and Technical Trainings sectors. Dr. Amir Qayyum is chairman of Rifah Trust and Professor in Capital University of Science and Technology. Rifah Trust is one of valuable partner of VIS-CUST. It was discussed in meeting with Chairman Rifah Trust that:

Around 45 students will be registered per semester for Rifah Trust.

The group will be comprised on 12 to 15 students.

A meeting will be held between partners prior one month to placement of volunteers to discuss mechanism.

For more information, contact:

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

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A delegation of Government College Akhuwat Foundation visits IIUI

Islamabad, October 04, 2021 (PPI-OT): A delegation of the students of NJV, Govt College, Akhuwat Foundation, Karachi visited Faisal Masjid Campus of International Islamic University (IIU) and met with university Rector, Professor Dr. Masoom Yasinzai.

In his speech, IIU Rector welcomed the delegation and appreciated the role of Akhuwat Foundation in society. Talking about the youth and future, Dr. Masoom said that skilled youth with balanced personalities are the need of the hour. He said our focus is to produce minds that must be well equipped to seek guidance from the Islamic teaching and values. He added that IIUI also gives importance to make the youth well prepared as per requirements of the market and industry. “ Hard work is the attribute that always pays back, never stop working hard , keep moving forward as it is the secret of success” he said.

Nazir Tunio, who was heading the delegation and also Director at Akhuwat foundation thanked IIU Rector and his team for the reception, briefing and visit to the libraries and Faisal Mosque. He said that the introductory session about the university was beneficial as students took keen interest in faculty and programs of the university. He told that established in 2015, Akhuwat College is a residential college that houses and educates bright, young people selected on merit from all corners of Pakistan.

The college caters to students from low-income households who despite their talent and desire to pursue education, are unable to do so due to financial constraints. The students also visited the Faisal Masjid Islamic Centre of Dawah Academy where its Incharge Dr. Qari Zia ul Islam gave a detailed briefing about the centre, its curriculum and its classes for Hufaz, Qiraat and Tajweed, The delegation also visited Dr. Hamid Ullah Library.

 

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

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Service to humanity should be the mission of every human being: Ch Parvez Elahi

Lahore, October 04, 2021 (PPI-OT): Chairman Pakistan Red Crescent Abrar-ul-Haq called on Acting Governor Punjab Chaudhry Parvez Elahi at Governor House. Abrar-ul-Haq’s brother Major (retd) Israr-ul-Haq was also present in the meeting. The three leaders discussed the relief efforts of the Pakistan Red Crescent and other welfare organizations.

Abrar-ul-Haq briefed the Acting Governor Punjab about the performance of the Red Crescent. Abrar-ul-Haq and Israr-ul-Haq also inquired about the well-being of former Prime Minister Chaudhry Shujat Hussain. Speaking on the occasion, Ch Parvez Elahi said that the demise of renowned artist Umar Sharif was an irreparable loss not only to the country but also to the artist community.

He said that relief activities from the Red Crescent platform are a good step to serve the suffering humanity. He said that service to humanity should be the mission of every human being, we have always sponsored welfare activities individually and collectively as welfare institutions are a great platform for the relief of suffering humanity.

For more information, contact:

Mediacell, Pakistan Muslim League

30-C, Chaudhry Zahoor Elahi Road,

Gulberg-II, Lahore, Pakistan

Tel: +92-42-35878428

Fax: +92-42-35877329

Website: www.pmlmediacell.com

 

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Ration Distribution By Alkhidmat Lahore

Lahore, October 04, 2021 (PPI-OT): Alkhidmat Foundation Lahore held a ceremony to distribute ration among the deserving families. The event was attended by social personalities including President Alkhidmat Foundation Lahore, Ahmad Hamad Rasheed, Executive Director Alkhidmat Lahore, Maghis Qureshi and others. Alkhidmat Foundation distributes ration packages to deserving people across the year.

 

For more information, contact:

Al-Khidmat Foundation Pakistan

711, Block J-2 Johar Town, Lahore, Pakistan

Tel: +92-42 35957260

Fax: +92-42 35957261

Email: info@al-khidmatfoundation.org

Website: http://al-khidmatfoundation.org/

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Announcement regarding BS Admissions

Lahore, October 04, 2021 (PPI-OT): Due to the delay in announcement of results of Intermediate by the Secondary Boards, the admissions of B.Sc. (Hons)/BS/B.Ed./BBIT/BFA/B.Com/BBA/BS 5th Semester are bit delayed. The advertisement will probably be publicized on 10th of October 2021 after the announcement of Intermediate results.

For more information, contact:

Registrar,

University of the Punjab

Quaid-e-Azam Campus, Lahore, Pakistan

Tel: +92-42-99231102

Fax: +92-42-99231103

E-Mail: registrar@pu.edu.pk

Website: http://pu.edu.pk/

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ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 opens the door to fans as tickets go on sale

Dubai, October 04, 2021 (PPI-OT): Cricket fans from across the world are invited to Oman and the UAE to ‘Live the Game’ at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021, with tickets for every one of the 45 matches going on sale today.

Tickets are available to fans to watch the top 16 T20 teams in the world vying for the ultimate prize in the shortest format, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup starting in Muscat on 17 October and concluding in the UAE on 14 November. With prices starting at just 10 OMR and 30 AED in Oman and UAE respectively, the event is accessible to all cricket fans. Tickets are available to purchase on https://www.t20worldcup.com/tickets.

In the UAE all venues will be operating at approximately 70% of maximum seated capacity, whilst Abu Dhabi has also introduced new socially distanced ‘pods’ of a maximum of 4 spectators on their east and west grass mounds. The Oman Cricket Academy has had a temporary infrastructure built to welcome 3,000 fans.

The ICC and event hosts BCCI have worked closely with host authorities to ensure fans can be welcomed in a safe environment and COVID 19 protocols will apply at all venues.

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 is the largest sporting event to be held in the region and it will be the biggest global cricket event since the pandemic with fans in stadia.

The schedule offers a host of key rivalry fixtures and mouth-watering match ups. The tournament kicks off with the Round 1 match between Oman and Papua New Guinea in Muscat. Whilst, Australia and South Africa play the first match of Super 12s on 23 October in Abu Dhabi followed by the replay of the 2016 final between England and West Indies also on 23 October in Dubai. One of cricket’s biggest rivalries, India and Pakistan, will take place on 24 October in Dubai.

Geoff Allardice, ICC Acting CEO said: “We are delighted to be welcoming fans back to international cricket in both Oman and the UAE to enjoy the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Our thanks to our hosts BCCI, Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) and Oman Cricket as well as the local governments in these regions for their support in ensuring fans could attend in a safe environment.

“The biggest sporting spectacle to have ever taken place in the region deserved to be played out in front of passionate cricket fans from all 16 nations competing and we are doing everything possible to keep it safe for all. It has been five years since the last Men’s T20 World Cup and we can’t wait for the world’s best players to arrive in Oman and the UAE and showcase the very best of T20 cricket.”

Jay Shah, Honorary Secretary BCCI, said: “I am delighted that the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will be played in front of cheering fans both in the UAE and Oman. My sincere thanks to the government of the UAE and Oman for paving the way for fans to return. The anticipation for the World Cup, which is taking place after five years, is building with each passing day. I am sure we will have fans coming from different parts of the world to support their team. The vibe they will create will boost the performances on the field.

“The ticket sales have started, and I urge everyone to stay safe and follow the health advisories and savour the experience.”

In addition to the top quality cricket, fans will also get to enjoy a host of entertainment choices, including DJs, fan zones and various other exciting activations around each venue, offering families and the young plenty of fun.

Among full member nations Bangladesh, Ireland and 2014 winners Sri Lanka, there are also Namibia, Netherlands, Oman, Papua New Guinea, and Scotland all battling to qualify for the Super 12 stage. There are four available places joining Afghanistan, Australia, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, and West Indies in the Super 12 stage.

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup promises to be a spectacle featuring cricket’s global superstars, among them Virat Kohli, Eoin Morgan, Kieron Pollard, and Babar Azam.

All fans wishing to attend matches must follow all COVID 19 protocols laid out on the www.t20worldcup.com/tickets website and note the different stadium entry guidelines which will be updated realtime as per the latest government mandates.

Those unable to travel to the UAE and Oman, can also ‘Live The Game’ by watching the tournament live on TV and by engaging across all of ICC’s digital and social media channels. An announcement regarding the tournament’s global broadcast coverage will follow soon.

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