April 2022 – Page 3 – Newswire Pakistan

April 30, 2022May 5, 2022

Interactive discussion on ‘Islamic Social Finance’ at CII

Islamabad, April 30, 2022 (PPI-OT):Headed by Chairman IPS Khalid Rahman, an IPS delegation visited Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) on April 27, 2022 and had an insightful discussion on the topic of Islamic social finance. A presentation on the topic was given online from Karachi by Dr Salman Ahmed Shaikh, assistant professor at SZABIST, and principal investigator of IPS’ project ‘Support to Social Protection including Social Health Protection’.

The presentation was followed by the talks of Chairman IPS and the Institute’s Senior Research Associate Dr Shahzad Iqbal Shaam, after which Chairman CII Dr Qibla Ayaz concluded the discussion. The other participants of the session included Dr Ikram-ul-Haq, secretary, CII, Naufil Shahrukh, GM Operations at IPS, and the Institute’s research team members M Wali Farooqi and Hafiz Usama Hameed.

For more information, contact:
Outreach and Publications,
Institute of Policy Studies (IPS)
1, Street 8, F-6/3, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-8438391-3 (Ext: 122)
Fax: +92-51-8438390
Website: www.ips.org.pk

April 30, 2022May 5, 2022

Lancet series on optimising child and adolescent health and development

Karachi, April 30, 2022 (PPI-OT):Despite recent progress, the world is at risk of failing to meet child and adolescent health targets, with more than 8.6 million deaths among children and adolescents (aged 0-20 years) recorded in 2019. Comprehensive, coordinated care that begins at preconception and lasts through adulthood is urgently needed to reduce childhood mortality and improve child and adolescent health, according to a new series published in The Lancet.

The authors of the Lancet Series on optimising child and adolescent health and development called on global leaders and policymakers to replace current approaches to child and adolescent health, which are often fragmented by age groups or specific health conditions, to offer comprehensive care that spans nutrition, preventive health, education, economic, and community support across age groups from preconception through age 20.

The new collection of papers also highlights how the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted health and education services as well economies and social systems, putting recent progress toward achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in jeopardy and increasing children’s vulnerability to violence, abuse and mental health conditions.

“The challenges faced in responding to the needs of children and families during the COVID-19 pandemic should serve as a wake-up call to the global community, underlining the urgent need to transform the child and adolescent health agenda on a global scale,” said the series coordinator and author Dr Zulfiqar Bhutta, Founding Director of the Centre of Excellence in Women and Child Health, and the Institute for Global Health and Development at the Aga Khan University; and Co-Director of the SickKids Centre for Global Child Health, Toronto.

“We have less than eight years to meet the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, and many child and adolescent health targets are off track. A holistic approach that supports children and their families from before birth through early adulthood is urgently needed to bring us back in line, building a foundation that will last a lifetime and improve health outcomes, economies, and society,” added Dr Bhutta.

For more information, contact:
Media Executive
Department of Public Affairs
Aga Khan University (AKU)
Stadium Road, Karachi
Tel: +92-21-34930051
Fax: +92-21-34934294, +92-21-34932095
Cell: +92-301-8258028
Email: rasool.sarang@aku.edu, public.affairs@aku.edu
Website: www.aku.edu

April 29, 2022April 30, 2022

Juma-tul-Wida prayers offered at Faisal Masjid

Islamabad, April 29, 2022 (PPI-OT):Faithful hailing from twin cities offered ‘Juma-tul-Wida’ prayers with great religious solemnity and fervour here at Faisal Masjid. Dr. Muhammad Ilyas, Director General, Dawah Academy delivered Jumma sermon and led Juma tul Wida Prayer at Faisal Masjid, Islamabad.

In the sermon, Dr. Muhammad Ilyas highlighted the importance and sanctity of the month of Ramzan ul Mubarik and last ten days ibadah of Muslim during aitekaf at mosques. He emphasized on the importance of the study of Quran stating that the Holy Month is the best source to get close to the sacred book. He said that this month is a blessing and a gift for Muslims to get back to the track which has been identified by the Almighty.

He stressed to observe remaining few days of Ramadan with full spirit while saying that it teaches about tolerance in the life. Dr. Ilyas called for unity of Muslims and urged that education must be top priority to deal with the challenges of hour. He said that Islam is the religion of peace and moderation and Muslims must disseminate true message of Islam. On this occasion he also prayed for the peace and prosperity of the country.

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

April 29, 2022April 30, 2022

University Leadership Meets Friends of LUMS in Karachi

Lahore, April 29, 2022 (PPI-OT):LUMS leadership including Shahid Hussain, Rector; Osman Khalid Waheed, Management Committee Member; Dr. Arshad Ahmad, Vice Chancellor; Dr. Alnoor Bhimani, Honorary Dean, Suleman Dawood School of Business, and Nuzhat Kamran, Director Advancement visited Karachi on April 22, 2022.

The LUMS delegation visited Bank Al Habib’s leadership team, who shared their insight regarding ways to improve the quality of education in Pakistan and discussed areas of mutual collaboration. The delegation also visited the Atlas Group and met with their senior management who ensured their support for LUMS and its endeavours and talked about avenues of potential partnership.

An iftar was also held, attended by donors, alumni, and leaders from the Karachi business community. The guests were given an overview of the initiatives undertaken by LUMS. A strategy session was conducted to get industry input for the future needs of various sectors which will inform the University’s policy in the coming years.

Ms. Kamran addressed the gathering and highlighted the University’s ‘no-borders’ education agenda and cross disciplinary research. She also spoke about LUMS’ commitment to accessible education for bright and talented students, regardless of their financial means.

Dr. Ahmad stressed on the importance of constructive dialogue between industry and academia to remove gaps in human capital development and applied research. “We are here not only to thank you but to learn from you about the new business models, and the strategic way in which we should move forward given the changes taking place both locally as well as on a regional level,” he commented.

Adding to the importance of industry and academic collaborations, Dr. Shamshad Akhtar, Chairperson and Independent Director, Pakistan Stock Exchange commented, “Sustainable development holds tremendous interest to me. I have been working passionately on the issues of climate change and have developed a task force to look into the issues of Economic, Socio and Governance (ESG) and how to raise awareness in the corporate sector and financial systems to mainstream it within businesses. LUMS can play a key role here.”

Abbas Akberali, Chairman, Amreli Steels praised LUMS on the quality of its graduates. “LUMS is doing a wonderful job. The exposure of our students studying at colleges and Universities is very little with regards to the industry expectations. This results in students lacking the skills required by the industry.”

Mr. Hussain and Mr. Waheed expressed their gratitude to the alumni and donors for supporting LUMS in achieving its mission of providing world-class education to the youth of the country over the last 35 years. Mr. Hussain added, “Individuals from Karachi companies have made tremendous contributions to this institution. In 35 years, we reached a milestone in the number of students and programmes offered.

We have had the good fortune of receiving valuable advice from major education centres across the world and that has been possible due to the values, merit system, diversity, inclusion and financial support structure that is showcased here at LUMS.” The event concluded with guests networking over iftar and dinner.

For more information, contact:
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
D.H.A. Lahore Cantt. 54792
Lahore, Pakistan
Tel: +92-42-35608000
Fax: +92-42-35725048
Website: www.lums.edu.pk

April 29, 2022April 30, 2022

CME on Management of Epilepsy in Primary Care and Primary Prevention of Stroke

Islamabad, April 29, 2022 (PPI-OT):PIMA Sargodha chapter arranged a CME on Management of Epilepsy in Primary Care and Primary Prevention of Stroke in collaboration with NARF Pakistan and Alkhidmat Health Foundation on 26th February 2022 at Sargodha. Lectures were delivered by Dr. Mohsin Bandial and Prof. Dr. Abdul Malik on the occasion. More than 120 doctors attended this academic activity. CME started with Dars e Quran by Scholar Fazal Elahi Awan, President PIMA Sargodha Division Dr. M. Imtiaz briefly give an introduction to PIMA and its activities. This academic activity was moderated by President PIMA Sargodha City Dr. Nasar Ranjha.

For more information, contact:
Media Coordinator,
Pakistan Islamic Medical Association (PIMA)
Central Secretariat, 12-Shalimar Centre, 2nd Floor,
F-8 Markaz, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-2261943
Fax: +92-51-2857132
Cell: +92-332-5564935
Email: pima@dsl.net.pk, media.pima@gmail.com
Website: www.pima.org.pk

April 29, 2022April 30, 2022

Quaidian Youth Summit at Quaid-e-Azam Medical College Bahawalpur

Islamabad, April 29, 2022 (PPI-OT):Pakistan Islamic Medical Association (PIMA) Women Wing and students of Quaid-e-Azam Medical College Bahawalpur jointly organized a Quaidian Youth Summit in the college auditorium on 9th March 2022. Officials of the Youth Club, Taha Ibn Jalil and Raja Zafarul Haq were invited to deliver motivational talks. They urged the students to become leaders instead of followers and happiness cannot be achieved through money or status. The program started with the recitation from the Holy Quran followed by a brief introduction of PIMA. Dr. Munir Azhar (Professor of Medicine) was the chief guest of the summit. A stall of PIMA Publications was also set up on the occasion.