IOS Webinar on “Human Rights and Good Governance”

New Delhi: A webinar on “Human Rights and Good Governance” was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies, on December 10, 2020, to coincide with the Human Rights Day. The webinar began with the recitation of a verse from the Quran by Prof. M Afzal Wani, professor of law and director, coordination, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University and vice-chairman, IOS. 

IOS on-line lecture based on review of the book The Cultural Atlas of Islam

New Delhi: Institute of Objective Studies organised a lecture based on review of the book The Cultural Atlas of Islam’ (Part-2, Chapter 4: The Essence of Islamic Civilisation) written by Prof. Ismail Raji al-Faruqi and Lamya al-Faruqi here on December 5, 2020. Assistant secretary general, IOS, Prof. Hasina Hashia introduced the topic by briefly explaining Prof. Raji’s approach to Tawhid. She insisted that Tawhid constituted the essence of Islam. 

Webinar on women’s representation in local self-government, demands necessary changes

Calicut: IOS Centre for Gender Studies organised a webinar jointly with the state Women Commission, on the eve of the local body election in the state here on November 26, 2020. The topic of discussion was “How to make women’s representation in local self-government effective”. Ms. Sheena VS, who welcomed the audience, underlined the need for constructive institutional changes to achieve the real objectives of women’s representation in the local bodies which now enjoy more freedom of action and decision.  S. Bushra, who chaired the webinar, said it was the beginning of a more detailed evaluation of women’s role in decision making.

“Who Am I?: Problems of Expressions of Women’s Identity”

Kannur, Kerala, Nov. 28, 2020: The fourth webinar on the theme “Who Am I? Problems of Expressions of Women’s Identity” was organised by IOS Centre for Gender Studies, Calicut with a focus on women from North Kerala. The webinar was the last of the four-part series that has attracted attention from wider sections of Kerala women. This programme was organised with the help and cooperation of National Women’s Front, Kerala.

IOS On-line Lecture based on review of ‘The Cultural Atlas of Islam’

New Delhi: An on-line lecture on understanding the purpose of law based on Prof. Raji al-Faruqi and Lamaya al-Faruqi’s book ‘The Cultural Atlas of Islam’ (Part-4, Chapter-14: The Law) was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies, here on November 26, 2020 that also happened to be the Law Day. 

One-day national webinar on Maulvi Mohammad Baqir: Literature, Culture and Revolt of 1857 in Historical Perspective

New Delhi: A one-day national webinar on “Maulvi Mohammad Baqir: Literature, culture and journalism in Delhi and the revolt of 1857 in historical perspective”, was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies, here on November 21, 2020. Chaired by former professor of history, Aligarh Muslim University, Prof. Shireen Moosvi, the inaugural session began with the recitation of a verse from the Quran by Hafiz Athar Husain Nadwi. 

IOS online Lecture on “Education: A Way Forward”

New Delhi: An online lecture on “Education a way forward” was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies here on November 11, 2020 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad. The lecture got off to a start with the recitation of a verse from Quran by the in-charge of Urdu unit of the institute, Shah Ajmal Farooque Nadwi. Introducing the topic, assistant secretary general, Prof. Hasina Hashia paid tribute to the maulana, who as India’s first education minster, liked the budgetary allocation of education by 15 times. 

Women Leaders Applaud IOS Programme on Problems of Expression of Women’s Identity

Calicut, September 5, 2020: Women leaders, activists and intellectuals who attended the recent webinar ‘Who Am I?’ narrated the challenges and opportunities they face as women in a society still controlled by patriarchal notions of gender. This was first in a four-part series on the Problems of Expression of Identity of Women organised by the IOS Centre for Gender Studies, Calicut.

Sam Pitroda’s IOS lecture on “India after Covid-19 in a Hyper-connected World”

Amid Covid-19 pandemic the Institute of Objective Studies organised yet another on-line lecture recently (October 24, 2020) on “India after Covid-19 in a Hyper-connected World”, by Sam Pitroda, acclaimed development thinker and policy formulator, who spent nearly 50 years in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and related global and national development. 

IOS Condole Prof. Yasin Mazhar Siddiqui’s Death

The Institute of Objective Studies organised an on-line condolence meeting on September 21, 2020 to recall the services of the noted Islamic scholar and the ex-chairman of the Department of Islamic Studies, Aligarh Muslim University Prof. Yasin Mazhar Siddiqui who passed away recently.

IOS –CDPP joint webinar on “National Education Policy and India’s Minorities”

An on-line seminar on “National Education Policy and India’s Minorities” was jointly organised by the Institute of Objective Studies, New Delhi, and the Centre for Development Policy and Practice (CDPP), Hyderabad on September 14, 2020. 

IOS Lecture on “Sustainable Living – The Way Forward” (for Earth Sake)

A lecture on “Sustainable Living – The Way Forward (for Earth Sake)” was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies on September 9, 2020. Introducing the topic, Shaikh Nizamuddin, senior member of the general assembly of the IOS, said that the Institute had the distinction of holding several symposia on issues relating to science and technology. 

IOS on-line Lecture on Al-Tawhid: Its Implications for Thought and Life: A Review of Dr. Ismail Raji al-Faruqi’s Book

As part of a series of on-line lectures, the Institute of Objective Studies organised a lecture on “Al-Tawhid: Its Implications for Thought and Life: A review of book written by Dr. Ismail Raji al-Faruqi” on August 29, 2020. Introducing the topic, Shah Ajmal Farooq Nadwi, in-charge, Urdu Section of IOS, briefly explained the importance of Dr. Faruqi’s book as it presented the comparative study of Islam and other Semetic religions. 

IOS Lecture on Rejuvenation Biotechnology: Why Age May soon Cease to Mean Aging

An on-line lecture on “Rejuvenation Biotechnology: Why Age May soon Cease to Mean Aging” was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies on August 22, 2020. The lecture was delivered by Dr. Aubrey de Grey, a biomedical gerontologist based in Mountain View, California, USA. He is also the Chief Scientific Officer of SENS Research Foundation, a California-based biomedical (research charity that performs and funds laboratory research dedicated to combating the aging process). In addition, he is the Editor-in-Chief of Rejuvenation Research, the world’s highest-impact peer-reviewed journal focused on intervention in aging. 

IOS On-line Lecture on ‘Human Rights Aspects of Covid-19

An IOS on-line lecture on ‘Human Rights Aspects of Covid-19’ was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies on July 25, 2020 via zoom. Shaikh Nizamuddin, a member of the general assembly of the IOS, introduced the subject by highlighting briefly some aspects of human rights, particularly during the transmission of the pandemic novel Corona virus.

IIIT-IOS organise Three-Day Personality Development Course via Zoom

 IIIT-IOS organise Three-Day Personality Development Course via Zoom

A three-day personality development course via zoom was jointly organised by the International Institute of Islamic thought (IIIT) and the Institute of Objective Studies from July 3 to 5, 2020. The first-day speaker was Prof. Dawood Abdulmalek Yahya Al-Hidabi, a Yemeni researcher, founder and former President, University of Science and Technology, Sana’a, who spoke on ‘Muslim Family Quality Standards’. The session was hosted by Nasur.

IIIT-IOS programme on personality development

 New Delhi, May 5, 2020: The Institute of Objective Studies, New Delhi, in collaboration with International Institute of Islamic Thought, USA, launched an online Personal Development Course in May 2020 in which scholars from different Indian universities participated.

Services of Prof. M. A. Quddus recalled at IOS Condolence Meet

June 11, 2020: A condolence meeting was held at conference hall of the Institute of Objective Studies on June 4, 2020 to mourn the death of the coordinator of the IOS Patna Chapter, Prof. M.A. Quddus. Recalling his association with the IOS, Assistant Secretary General of the Institute, Prof. Haseena Hashia, said that he had been keenly involved in its activities since its inception some 34 years ago. Later on, he made Patna chapter a hub of intellectual activity by organising seminars, symposia, discussions and lectures.

IOS Lecture on Trends in Islamic Finance in GCC Region

March 5, 2020 at Institute Building, 162, Jogabai, Jamia Nagar, New Delhi

The Institute of Objective Studies organised a lecture on “Trends in Islamic Finance in GCC Region” at its conference hall on March 5, 2020. Two papers on the topic were presented by Sheeba Naaz and Yusra Zainab, research scholars respectively at the Centre for West Asian Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.

IOS Kolkata organises Winter School on Islamic Studies

February 10-14, 2020, at Park Circus Campus of Aliah University, Kolkata

The Winter or Summer Schools are opportunities for students to gain valuable learning experience that goes far beyond the structured classrooms and examination stress. They explore emerging areas, provide space to test new ideas and methods, help understand critical sites and situations, and create opportunities to learn.

IOS Calicut Chapter organises seminar on “Ismail Raji Al-Faruqi and the Integration of Knowledge”

February 8, 2020 at Calicut

Calicut: Institute of Objective Studies (IOS) Calicut Chapter organised an academic seminar on “The contribution of Dr Ismail Raji Al-Faruqi to the Integration of knowledge” on Saturday, February 8, 2020 here at its auditorium. The seminar was formally opened by Dr R Yusuf, the principal of Irshadiya College Feroke, Calicut.

IOS Lecture on ‘Islam and Knowledge: Al-Faruqi’s Concept of Religion in Islamic Thought’

January 25, 2020 at Institute Building, 162, Jogabai, Jamia Nagar, New Delhi

The second lecture based on review of the book, ‘Islam and knowledge: Al-Faruqi’s concept of Religion in Islamic Thought’ (edited by Dr. Imtiyaz Yusuf) by Prof. Hamid Naseem Rafiabadi

Two-day IOS conference on Prof. Fuat Sezgin in New Delhi

[Day 1] December 21, 2019

A two-day international conference on “The Life and Contributions of Prof. Fuat Sezgin” was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies (IOS) on December 21-22, 2019 at the Constitution Club of India, New Delhi. 

IOS Discussion on National Education Policy-2019 Document

A discussion on the National Education Policy-2019 Document was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies at its conference hall on November 12, 2019 to deliberate on the points inimical to the cause of education.

IOS Calicut Chapter hosts Talk on Geopolitics

Calicut: The Calicut Chapter of the Institute organised a talk on September 28, 2019 on Politics and Geopolitics by Mr. Ahmad Shabeeb, a researcher engaged in the study of geography as one important factor in the rise and fall of nations and societies.

IOS 13th Shah Waliullah Award Ceremony

The 13th Shah Waliullah Award on “Islam and Political Science” was presented to Prof. Obaidullah Fahad, head, department of Islamic Studies, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh on September 27, 2019 at a function organised by the Institute of Objective Studies at the Hamdard Convention Centre, Jamia Hamdard.

IOS Lecture on Western Epistemological Bias

April 27, 2019 at Institute Building, 162, Jogabai, Jamia Nagar, New Delhi
A lecture on “Western Epistemological Bias” with particular reference to the book- Epistemological Bias in the Physical and Social Sciences, edited by Prof. Abdelwahab M. Elmessiri, and published by the Institute of Objective Studies was delivered at its conference room on April 27, 2019. 
 

IOS One-day Seminar on “Research Methodology in Islamic Perspective”

April 20, 2019 at Institute Building, 162, Jogabai, Jamia Nagar, New Delhi
A one-day seminar on “Research Methodology in Islamic Perspective” was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies at its conference hall on April 20, 2019. Prof. Ishteyaque Danish, convener of the programme and finance secretary