Day: May 26, 2023

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QAU to Give Free Education and Scholarships to Martyrs’ Children

To commemorate Martyrs’ Day, Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmed Akhtar, Vice-Chancellor of Quaid-e-Azam University, has announced initiatives to provide free education and scholarships to the children of martyrs. He has also pledged to reserve seats for them in all departments of the university.

In his message, the Vice-Chancellor expressed deep gratitude to the martyrs, highlighting their sacrifices for the safety and survival of Pakistan. He acknowledged that their selfless acts have allowed the nation to live a peaceful life with freedom. He emphasized the importance of never forgetting the sacrifices made by these brave individuals.

Paying homage to the martyrs, the Vice-Chancellor expressed profound respect for those who laid down their lives to defend the beloved country. He recognized their role in protecting the sovereignty and freedom of Pakistan. He called upon everyone to honor their legacy by working towards a united, tolerant, and prosperous Pakistan.

The Vice-Chancellor’s decision to provide free education and scholarships to the children of martyrs aims to acknowledge their immense sacrifice and ensure their future success.

By reserving seats for them in all departments of the university, Quaid-e-Azam University is offering opportunities for their academic growth and development. This initiative serves as a token of appreciation for the martyrs’ contributions and a way to support their families in building a brighter future.

The Vice-Chancellor’s message on Martyrs’ Day serves as a reminder of the debt owed to these courageous individuals. It encourages the nation to honor their memory and continue their legacy of bravery and dedication. Through education and collective efforts, Pakistan can move forward as a united and prosperous nation, upholding the values cherished by its martyrs.

Source: Pro Pakistani

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Popular WWE Superstar Visits Kaaba, Calls It His Biggest Achievement

The Muslim members of the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) universe are filled with joy after watching the latest Instagram post of the famous WWE superstar Sami Zayn. The post shows Zayn adorned in an Ahram, standing before Kaaba.

The following caption accompanies the photo:

Being a pro wrestler and being with WWE has taken me to places I never dreamed I’d get to see and do things I never thought I’d get to do. It has provided me a life filled with incredible experiences that I will cherish forever. This one is at the top of the list. Alhamdulillah!

The picture has garnered praise from numerous wrestlers and fans, Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Popular WWE superstars such as Natalya Niedhart, James Curtin (FKA Drake Maverick), Shane “The Hurricane” Helms, Renee Paquette (FKA Renee Young), and others congratulated Zayn and appreciated the heartfelt post.

Who is Sami Zayn?

Sami Zayn as “El-Generico” in the Indies.

Sami Zayn — real name Rami Sebei — is a Canadian WWE superstar of Syrian descent and a Muslim by faith. The WWE superstar formerly wrestled under the alias “El-Generico” with various popular independent (AKA Indie) wrestling companies such as Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (PWG), Ring of Honor (ROH), Dragon Gate (a Japanese company), and others,

In 2013, Sami signed with WWE and has been a mainstream attraction of the world’s largest and most popular wrestling promotion ever since.

Sami Zayn during his early days in WWE.

His recent program with “The Bloodline” — a faction that consists of Roman Reigns, Paul Heyman, Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, and Solo Sikoa — has gathered heaps of praise from the fans, wrestlers, and critics alike.

Sami Zayn During The Bloodline program.

Sami’s appearance comes as a surprise to many as he has been a vocal critic of the atrocities taking place in his native land. He has been noticeably absent from all Saudi and UAE thus far. While the reason for his absence is unknown, speculations suggest that it has been out of protest against Saudi Arabia and UAE.

Nonetheless, his recent appearance in Makkah has won the hearts of many, especially Muslim WWE fans.

Source: Pro Pakistani

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Askari Bank Attains Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Certificate

Askari Bank (AKBL) has attained the “Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS v3.2.1)” compliance and certification, which is a leading payment card data security standard by Payment Card Industry Security Council (PCI SSC) via PCI QSA Firm Risk Associates, a premier global information technology company.

This prestigious certification is another milestone for AKBL and signifies its unwavering dedication to safeguarding sensitive customer information and upholding the highest standards of data security within the financial industry.

With this certification, the Bank remains fully adherent to data security and control requirements that ensure customer security, sensitive card data protection, and fraud risk prevention.

Resultantly, AKBL has implemented robust security measures throughout its operations, ensuring the protection of sensitive cardholder data. This accomplishment further enhances the bank’s reputation as a trusted financial institution, dedicated to safeguarding customer information and maintaining the utmost integrity in all its practices.

The ceremony was held at Askari Bank’s Head Office in Islamabad. Dr. Aftab Rizvi, CEO of Risk Associates presented the certificate to Rana Fasih Ul Hassan, Chief Risk Officer (CRO) AKBL, and Jawad Khalid Mirza, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) AKBL. Other executives and team members from both organizations were also present at the event.

Jawad Khalid Mirza, CISO AKBL, said, “Achieving PCI-DSS Compliance is another step by Askari Bank towards its continuous effort to further elevate its security posture, to enhance the safety of its cardholders and the payments ecosystem. Maintaining such an exhaustive international benchmark is not a one-time activity but an ongoing process and the bank has now laid an excellent foundation to be vigilant and protect client data and electronic payments”.

While speaking at the occasion, Dr. Aftab Rizvi stated, “It has been a pleasure working with Askari Bank throughout the certification process and witnessing the commitment to data security displayed by the Bank’s team and the security infrastructure in place.” He further added that “Risk Associates offers felicitations to the Askari Bank team for achieving this compliance milestone and we wish them success in their endeavor to enhance data security”.

Source: Pro Pakistani