University Film Club, G.E.C is pleased to inform you that it's going to inaugurate its annual activities with the showcase of six films of six decades since 1950's in the film festival AGHAAZ-10 from January 1 to January 6, 2010 (everyday) at the Kennedy Auditorium from 3.00 pm(sharp) onwards.
The aim of this film festival is to let the viewers experience the change Bollywood has gone through in its style, appearance and in its approach towards making cinema.
All Students, Teachers and Staff of AMU are cordially invited in the film show. Teachers with families and girls are advised to come before 3 pm and take their respective seat upstairs with the possibility of overcrowding.
Film Club members are instructed to write a 500 words write up on the topic "Bollywood through the decades since 50's" on their observation from the following films.
Schedule:
January 1:Film- Yuva(2004), Dir- Maniratnam Actor- Ajay Devgan, Rani Mukherjee, Abhishek etc. Note- The film tells the stories of three young men from completely different strata of society and one fateful incident on Kolkata's Howrah Bridge which changes their lives forever. The prime objective of the movie was to motivate educated Indian youths to enter politics.
January 2:Film- Dilwale Dulhania Le Jaenge( 1995), Dir- Aditya Chopra, Actor- Shahrukh Khan, Kajol, Amresh Puri etc. Note- One of the biggest hit film of bollywood which influenced the concept for NRI market outside and brought a new wave in commercial cinema.
January 3: Film- Masoom (1982) Dir- Shekhar Kapoor, Actor- Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi etc. Note- This directorial debut film was critically acclaimed and braced with the screenplay and dialogues of Gulzaar. The plot was broadly based on "Man, Woman and the Chid" written by popular writer Eric Segal.
January 4: Film- Sholay( 1975)- Dir- Ramesh Sippy, Actor- Dharmendra, Sanjeev Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bhaduri, Hema Malini, Amjad Khan etc. Note- The biggest hit and most popular film even till date in the history of Bollywood.
January 5: Film- Teesri Kasam( 1966) – Dir- Basu Bhattacharya, Actor- Raj Kapoor, Wahida Rahman etc. Note- Teesri Kasam is a 1966 film based on a short story, 'Mare Gaye Gulfam' by Phanishwarnath Renu - a Hindi novelist. Teesri Kasam is an unconventional film that portrays the society of the rural India and simplicity of villagers. The whole film is shot in Araria, Bihar. Raj Kapoor worked on this film for one rupee only, as it was produced by his dear friend Shailendra who was its Lyricist. Nomited at the 1967 Moscow International Film Festival: Grand Prix.
January 6: Film- Barsaat ki Raat(1959)—Dir- P.L.Santoshi, Actor- Bharat Bhoosan, Madhubala etc..Note- A classic film known for its brilliant qawwali compositions rendered by Roshan and songs written by the great Sahir Ludhiyanvi. The film was also scripted by the actor Bharat Bhoosan himself and one of the biggest hit of that decade. Considered one of the last film of iconic actress Madhubala.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Dr. Riaz Ahmad has been conferred upon the Scientist of the Year Award-2009
ALIGARH December 30: Dr. Riaz Ahmad, Lecturer at Department of Zoology, Aligarh Muslim University has been conferred upon the Scientist of the Year Award-2009 by the National Environmental Science Academy, New Delhi. The award carries a Gold Medal and a Plaque as the token of appreciation for the contributions of Dr. Riaz Ahmad in the area of Biochemical and Molecular Genetics.
Dr. Riaz Ahmad was conferred up on this award at the XXII Annual Conference of the National Environmental Science Academy held at the Convention Centre of Hamdard University, New Delhi. The Academy conferred this award on him realizing his important contribution in “asphyxia-related switch over” and “down regulation of ATPase Activity” in several Airbreathing Organ (ABO) possessing freshwater fishes.
Dr. Ahmad is also a recipient of prestigious Young Scientist Project of DST and Dr. D. S. Kothari Post Doctoral Fellowship from UGC. Dr. Ahmad also has a number of research papers to his name published in scientific journals of national and international repute.
Dr. Riaz Ahmad was conferred up on this award at the XXII Annual Conference of the National Environmental Science Academy held at the Convention Centre of Hamdard University, New Delhi. The Academy conferred this award on him realizing his important contribution in “asphyxia-related switch over” and “down regulation of ATPase Activity” in several Airbreathing Organ (ABO) possessing freshwater fishes.
Dr. Ahmad is also a recipient of prestigious Young Scientist Project of DST and Dr. D. S. Kothari Post Doctoral Fellowship from UGC. Dr. Ahmad also has a number of research papers to his name published in scientific journals of national and international repute.
Workshop on “Research Methods and Research Paper Writing
ALIGARH, December 31: The Department of Business Administration is organizing a workshop on “Research Methods and Research Paper Writing” from 2nd-7th January 2010 for research scholars of Departments of Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Psychology and Agricultural Economics & Business Management. The workshop would cover issues related to Identifying and Defining of Research Problems, Developing Research Design, Sampling Fundamentals, Developing Questionnaire, Questionnaire Refinement, Hypothesis Testing - T test, Z test and ANOVA, Factor Analysis, Correlation and Regression, Introduction to SPSS Software, Interpretation of SPSS Outputs, and how to write a Research Paper.
The workshop has received an overwhelming response. The workshop originally plan~d to have an intake of 20 research scholars. However, interest of the AMU Research Scholars is evident from the fact that on the second day of announcement of the workshop (i.e. 21 December 2009), more than 20 research scholars had already registered for the workshop. Thus, on account of demand and keeping in mind the interest of the research scholars, the intake subsequently had to be increased to 40.
Several experts in the area of research methodology viz. Prof Hamida Ahmad, former Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, AMU; Prof. Athar Ali Khan, Department of Statistics and Operations Research, AMU, Dr. Parvaiz Talib, Department of Business Administration, Dr. Valeed A Ansari, Department of Business Administration, Dr. Jamal A Farooqui, Department of Business Administration, Dr Romana N. Siddiqui, Department of Psychology, AMU, and Dr. Mohammed Naved Khan, Department of Business Administration, AMU, have very kindly agreed to act as resource persons.
The Inaugural Session of the Workshop will be held on 2nd January 2010 at 9.30AM in the Department of Business Administration, AMU. Prof. A. R.Kidwai has very kindly consented to the Chief Guest.
The Chief Patron of the Workshop is Prof Javaid Akhter, Dean, Faculty of Management Studies & Research, AMU, and Dr. M. Khalid Azam, Chairman, Department of Business Administration, AMU is the Patron. Dr. Mohd Naved Khan, is the Workshop Coordinator while Mr Asif Akhtar is In-charge of the Organizing Committee.
The workshop has received an overwhelming response. The workshop originally plan~d to have an intake of 20 research scholars. However, interest of the AMU Research Scholars is evident from the fact that on the second day of announcement of the workshop (i.e. 21 December 2009), more than 20 research scholars had already registered for the workshop. Thus, on account of demand and keeping in mind the interest of the research scholars, the intake subsequently had to be increased to 40.
Several experts in the area of research methodology viz. Prof Hamida Ahmad, former Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, AMU; Prof. Athar Ali Khan, Department of Statistics and Operations Research, AMU, Dr. Parvaiz Talib, Department of Business Administration, Dr. Valeed A Ansari, Department of Business Administration, Dr. Jamal A Farooqui, Department of Business Administration, Dr Romana N. Siddiqui, Department of Psychology, AMU, and Dr. Mohammed Naved Khan, Department of Business Administration, AMU, have very kindly agreed to act as resource persons.
The Inaugural Session of the Workshop will be held on 2nd January 2010 at 9.30AM in the Department of Business Administration, AMU. Prof. A. R.Kidwai has very kindly consented to the Chief Guest.
The Chief Patron of the Workshop is Prof Javaid Akhter, Dean, Faculty of Management Studies & Research, AMU, and Dr. M. Khalid Azam, Chairman, Department of Business Administration, AMU is the Patron. Dr. Mohd Naved Khan, is the Workshop Coordinator while Mr Asif Akhtar is In-charge of the Organizing Committee.
Prof. Qasim donates three lakhs to AMU
L to R- Prof. Absar Mustafa, Mrs. Yasmin Jalal, Finance Officer, Prof. Zahoor Qasim, AMU VC Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis, Prof. Ainul Haq Khan, DSW, Prof. Pervez Mustajab, Controllerand Prof. V. K. Abdul Jaleel, Registrar
Prof. Zahoor Qasim donating a cheque for Rs. 3 Lakhs to AMU VC Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis
ALIGARH December 29: Noted scientist Professor Syed Zahoor Qasim today presented a cheque of Rs. Three Lakhs to the AMU Vice Chancellor, Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis for the award of Scholarship and Gold Medal.
Prof. Qasim is an alumnus of this institution. While accepting the donation Prof. Azis said that this is a unique gesture on the part of Prof. Qasim.
The Scholarship and Gold Medal may be awarded from the next academic year to the student who secured highest marks in the final year exam of M. Sc. (Zoology).
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Consultative meeting of the Chairmen of Departments of Studies of all faculties was held
ALIGARH December 26: A consultative meeting of the Chairmen of Departments of Studies of all faculties was held under the chairmanship of the Vice Chacellor Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis today in the Conference Room of the Administrative Block to discuss submission of new research proposals to University Grants Commission under Special Assistance Programmes (SAP-DRS) and also to review the funds utilization for the year 2009-2010 and also the status of utilization of funds allocatd under XI Plan grants.
Aiming at placing research in Aligarh Muslim University at a higher pedestal, Vice Chancellor Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis has called for expanding research activities through project funding in the departments of studies.
While emphasizing the need for getting more funds from University Grants Commission under the Special Assistance Programme Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis urged the Chairmen of the Departments of Studies to make special effort for submitting projects under the above scheme of the UGC. He has asked to identify the research areas keeping in view the specific academic strength of the department. The departments should particularly define well the scope of the research project and also supplement it with thorough review of the literature and link it to AMU line of research work and the broad thrust areas of the department, he added.
Prof. Azis said that new research proposals under UGC schemes will be bound to help expansion of individual teachers’ fields of research and also open up new opportunities for involving brilliant students in the research activities and also improve qualitatively the facilities of the departments.
The Vice Chancellor has asked the chairmen of the departments to prepare sound proposals as a priority in consultation with faculty members in 3-4 days’ time and submit the detailed proposal by January 5, 2010 so that the University can forward the same to the UGC. Prof. Azis expressed hope that the departments particularly strong in research development and publications will definitely get financial support from the UGC.
The Vice Chancellor Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis also reviewed department wise fund utilization and spending during the year 2009-2010. As most of the departments fell short of the utilization and spending target during the current financial year, he asked the chairmen to take special care and to spend the allocated funds as per the budget allocation under various heads especially keeping in mind the needs of the classrooms and academic betterment of the students.
Prof. Pervez Mustajab, OSD (Developoment) and Controller of Examinations, apprised of the status of fund utilization in each faculty and the funds spent on building construction under XI Plan. Mrs. Yasmin Jalal, Finance Officer responded to various queries and clarifications sought by the Chairmen. Prof. V. K. Abdul Jaleel, Registrar was also present in the meeting.
The UGC has been providing financial assistance to selected departments of the University under the scheme of Special Assistance Programme. The programme is intended to encourage the pursuit of excellence and team work in advanced teaching and research to accelerate the realization of international standards in specific field.
The University departments that have at least 6 faculty members consisting of one Profesor, two Readers and three Lecturers are eligible to submit proposals to the UGC. The UGC will not accept any proposal which is not prepared as per the guidelines relating to Special Assistance Programme. These guidelines are available on the UGC website www.ugc.ac.in.
The proposals will be examined through the screening committee and only short listed departments will be called for the presentation before the expert committee by UGC. One or two senior faculty members of the department will have to make a PowerPoint presentation in UGC office explaining and justifying the research proposal submitted by the department. The approved proposal will be effective from April 1 of the next financial year.
Aiming at placing research in Aligarh Muslim University at a higher pedestal, Vice Chancellor Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis has called for expanding research activities through project funding in the departments of studies.
While emphasizing the need for getting more funds from University Grants Commission under the Special Assistance Programme Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis urged the Chairmen of the Departments of Studies to make special effort for submitting projects under the above scheme of the UGC. He has asked to identify the research areas keeping in view the specific academic strength of the department. The departments should particularly define well the scope of the research project and also supplement it with thorough review of the literature and link it to AMU line of research work and the broad thrust areas of the department, he added.
Prof. Azis said that new research proposals under UGC schemes will be bound to help expansion of individual teachers’ fields of research and also open up new opportunities for involving brilliant students in the research activities and also improve qualitatively the facilities of the departments.
The Vice Chancellor has asked the chairmen of the departments to prepare sound proposals as a priority in consultation with faculty members in 3-4 days’ time and submit the detailed proposal by January 5, 2010 so that the University can forward the same to the UGC. Prof. Azis expressed hope that the departments particularly strong in research development and publications will definitely get financial support from the UGC.
The Vice Chancellor Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis also reviewed department wise fund utilization and spending during the year 2009-2010. As most of the departments fell short of the utilization and spending target during the current financial year, he asked the chairmen to take special care and to spend the allocated funds as per the budget allocation under various heads especially keeping in mind the needs of the classrooms and academic betterment of the students.
Prof. Pervez Mustajab, OSD (Developoment) and Controller of Examinations, apprised of the status of fund utilization in each faculty and the funds spent on building construction under XI Plan. Mrs. Yasmin Jalal, Finance Officer responded to various queries and clarifications sought by the Chairmen. Prof. V. K. Abdul Jaleel, Registrar was also present in the meeting.
The UGC has been providing financial assistance to selected departments of the University under the scheme of Special Assistance Programme. The programme is intended to encourage the pursuit of excellence and team work in advanced teaching and research to accelerate the realization of international standards in specific field.
The University departments that have at least 6 faculty members consisting of one Profesor, two Readers and three Lecturers are eligible to submit proposals to the UGC. The UGC will not accept any proposal which is not prepared as per the guidelines relating to Special Assistance Programme. These guidelines are available on the UGC website www.ugc.ac.in.
The proposals will be examined through the screening committee and only short listed departments will be called for the presentation before the expert committee by UGC. One or two senior faculty members of the department will have to make a PowerPoint presentation in UGC office explaining and justifying the research proposal submitted by the department. The approved proposal will be effective from April 1 of the next financial year.
Prof. Ali Mohammad Naqvi participated in the International Conference on Peaceful Co-Existence of Religions
*ALIGARH December 26:* Prof. Ali Mohammad Naqvi, Chairman Department of Shia
Theology, Aligarh Muslim University participated in the International
Conference on Peaceful Co-Existence of Religions held at Tehran University,
Iran and presented his paper on “Typology of Religions and Religious
Perspectives”.
The Tehran Declaration of Peaceful Coexistence of Religions was endorsed at
the ed of the international conference which advocated that followers of all
Religions should upheld their religious beliefs but work towards Peaceful
Co-Existence of all Religions.
Several academic programmes were held in the Mofid University, Adyan
University and Higher Institute of Research in Qom honouring Prof. Ali
Mohammad Naqvi. Prof. Naqvi’s latest book on the “Development of Indian
Religious Thought” in Persian Language was released at the Tehran
University. A number of Television channels in Iran broadcasted interview of
Prof. Naqvi. Prof. Naqvi said that a general interest in the all round
development and the plurality of religions in India was evident in the
people of Iran.
Theology, Aligarh Muslim University participated in the International
Conference on Peaceful Co-Existence of Religions held at Tehran University,
Iran and presented his paper on “Typology of Religions and Religious
Perspectives”.
The Tehran Declaration of Peaceful Coexistence of Religions was endorsed at
the ed of the international conference which advocated that followers of all
Religions should upheld their religious beliefs but work towards Peaceful
Co-Existence of all Religions.
Several academic programmes were held in the Mofid University, Adyan
University and Higher Institute of Research in Qom honouring Prof. Ali
Mohammad Naqvi. Prof. Naqvi’s latest book on the “Development of Indian
Religious Thought” in Persian Language was released at the Tehran
University. A number of Television channels in Iran broadcasted interview of
Prof. Naqvi. Prof. Naqvi said that a general interest in the all round
development and the plurality of religions in India was evident in the
people of Iran.
Dr. Yasir Hasan Siddique received a DEF Prize for Young Scientist-2009
ALIGARH December 26:* Dr. Yasir Hasan Siddique, Lecturer, Department of
Zoology, Aligarh Muslim University has received a DEF Prize for Young
Scientist-2009 from Academy of Environmental Biology, IITR, Lucknow at 29th
Annual Session of The Academy of Environmental Biology for his eminent work
in Environmental Biology & Genetics.
Zoology, Aligarh Muslim University has received a DEF Prize for Young
Scientist-2009 from Academy of Environmental Biology, IITR, Lucknow at 29th
Annual Session of The Academy of Environmental Biology for his eminent work
in Environmental Biology & Genetics.
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