Mohammad Ali Jinnah ,134th birth anniversary

Let us imagine that Mohammad Ali Jinnah were to step into the country he founded today

, on his 134th birth anniversary, and walk down the streets of Karachi, the city he made his home. What he found would almost certainly shock him: slogans suggesting ethnic discord scratched out on graffiti-covered walls, drug users gathering at chosen spots to inject heroin into veins, a shattered civic infrastructure and an atmosphere permeated with intense political and sectarian tensions. Of course, he would encounter similar horrors in other places: from the Taliban in the north, to flood victims in the south, existing on the shores of a sea made up of mass despondency as a consequence of unemployment, inflation and social inequality. We can only imagine his feelings and his thoughts.

Quite obviously this was not the vision Jinnah had for the country he had carved onto the map in 1947, after three decades of assiduous effort. As Pakistan marked its first year in existence, Jinnah, on August 14, 1948, had said in a message to the people of Pakistan that the foundations of a state had been laid down for them and it was now up to them to build on these as quickly and as well as they could. The Quaid-i-Azam died less than a month later. But we wonder if much thought has been given to why the construction on the foundations he put down has been so shoddy. Could we really not have done better?

Jinnah had clearly articulated during his lifetime a desire for a state that was democratic, secular in orientation and just to all its people. His own death, barely a year after Pakistan came into being, was of course one factor in the failure to establish such a Republic. The unifying force that Jinnah offered was too quickly lost. Failings by leaders and faults in policy contributed to the problems that quickly crept up. But is this adequate explanation for why we have strayed so far from the path chalked out by Jinnah? Has enough been done over the years to demarcate it again so it can be followed? These are questions we need to ponder in some depth as we observe Mr Jinnah’s birth anniversary. The answers could help us determine our future

Seminar Lecture for Faculty and Administration

Seminar Lecture for Faculty and Administration

Seminar Lecture for Faculty and Administration by Prof Dr. Kamran Moosa on the topic of �Quality Assurance & Self Assessment in Higher Education� on 23rd of December 2010. Venue: Nusrat Auditorium, HITEC University Taxila Cantt. Pakistan Timings: 1330 to 1630 All faculty members and administrative staff are requested to attend

Professional Training ar N-IRM

Professional Training ar N-IRM

Students of Management Sciences Department attended one day professional training at N-IRM (International Institute of Rural Management ) Islamabad on job hunting. The Students learned.

• CV development
• Interview skills
• Interview Preparation
• Computer Skills
• Personal Skills

   The success story of this training includes development of industrial links with our students and                University,student's personal grooming and the development of students professional career.

MUHARRAM!!!

MUHARRAM!!!

 

                                                
Introduction
With the sighting of the new moon the Islamic new year is ushered in.  The first month Muharram, is a month of great reward and virtue.  Muharram itself means `sacred' and is from those months which have been mentioned as sacred in the Holy Quraan.
 Almighty Allah states in the Holy Quraan:
"Four of them ( Zil-Qadah, Zil-Hijjah, Muharram and Rajab) are sacred."

(Surah At-Tawbah:36)

Virtues

From out of the four sacred months, Muharram has been blessed with certain specific virtues:-
 The Holy Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu-Alayhi-Wasallam) said:
"The best of fasts besides the month of Ramadhan is the fasting of Allah's month of Muharram."

(Muslim)

In another Hadeeth, Hazrat Ibn Abbas (Radhiyallahu-Anhu) reports: "that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallahu-Alayhi-Wasallam) said: "The one that keeps a fast in the month of Muharram will receive the reward of thirty fasts for each fast (in this sacred month)."

(Tabraani)

Although the fasts of the month of Muharram are not obligatory, the one who fasts in these days out of his own will and choice is entitled to a great reward by Almighty Allah. The Hadith citied above signifies that the fasts of the month of Muharram are the most rewardable among the Nafl fasts i.e. the fasts one observes out of his own choice without being obligatory on him.

The Hadith does not mean that the reward promised for fasts of Muharram can only be attained by fasting for the whole month. On the contrary, each fast during this month has merit. Therefore, one should take advantage of this opportunity.

The Day of Aashora (10th Muharram)

Although the month of Muharram is a sacred month as a whole, the 10 th of Muharram is the most sacred among all its days. The day is named ‘Ashurah'.  It is one of the most important and blessed days of Allah in the Islamic calendar. 
According to the Holy companion, Ibn Abbas Radhiallaho Anhu, when the Holy Prophet Sallallahu Alayhi Wassallam migrated to Madinah, he found that the Jews of Madinah used to fast on the 10 th day of Muharram. They said that it was the day on which the Holy Prophet Musa Alayhis Salaam and his followers crossed the Red Sea miraculously, and the Pharaoh was drowned in its water. On hearing this from the Jews, the Holy Prophet Sallallahu Alayhi Wassallam said, “We are more closely related to Musa than you.” So the Prophet Sallallahu Alayhi Wassallam directed the Muslims to fast on the day of Ashura. (Abu Dawood)
According to another Hadith, it is more advisable that the fast of Ashura should be either preceeded or suceded by an additional fast. It means that one should fast two days: the 9 th and 10 th of Muharram or the 10 th and 11 th . The reason of this additional fast as mentioned by the Holy Prophet Sallallahu Alayhi Wassallam is that the Jews used to fast on the day of Ashura alone, and the Holy Prophet Sallallahu Alayhi Wassallam wanted to distinguish the Islmaic-way of fasting from that of the Jews. Therefore, he advised the Muslims to add another fast to the day of Ashura.
Some Ulama (scholars) are of the opinion that before the fasts of Ramadhan were made compulsory, the fast of the day of Aashora was compulsory upon the Ummah.
This is stated in a Hadeeth reported by Hazrat Aisha (Radhiyallahu-Anha):
"that the Holy Prophet Sallallahu-Alayhi-Wasallam) ordered the observance of the fast of Aashora.  However, when the fast of Ramadhan became compulsory, then whosoever wished, kept this fast and whosoever desired did not observe this fast."

(Bukhari)

  But, nevertheless the Prophet (Sallallahu-Alayhi-Wasallam) continued to fast this day and encouraged his Companions to do the same.

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Recommended deeds on the day of Aashora
 The Prophet (Sallallahu-Alayhi-Wasallam) has exhorted and encouraged his Ummah to fast on this day. He said:
"This fast is a compensation for the (minor) sins of the past year."

(Muslim)

  One should also observe the fast of the 9th Muharram to safeguard his deed from resemblance with the Non-Muslims who fast only on the 10th Muharram.
 Hazrat Ibn Abbas (Radhiyallahu-Anhu) said:
"When Rasulullah (Sallallahu-Alayhi-Wasallam) observed the fast of the day of Aashora and ordered (his Companions) to fast, they said: `O Rasulullah! It is a day revered (glorified) by the Jews and Christians.'    Thereupon Rasulullah said: "The coming year, if Allah wills (I remain alive), I will for surely fast on the ninth (also)."

(Muslim)

  These Ahadeeth indicate clearly that one should fast on the ninth and tenth of Muharram. However, if one does not manage to fast on the ninth, then he/she should fast on the eleventh of Muharram instead.
The Holy Prophet (Sallallahu-Alayhi-Wasallam) said:
"Observe the fast of Aashora and oppose the Jews.  Fast a day before it or a day after."

(Baihaqi)

  Hence, it is important to either fast on the ninth and the tenth or the tenth and the eleventh of Muharram.  To fast only on the day of Aashora is Makrooh as stated by Allamah Ibn Aabideen Shaami.
One should be generous on one's family and dependants and spend more on them than what is normally spent.
Rasulullah (Sallallahu-Alayhi-Wasallam) said:

"One who generously spends on his family on the day of Aashora, Allah will increase (his provision) for the whole year." (Baihaqi)

 These are the only actions supported by Ahadeeth.
Let us observe this great day according to the ways of Rasulullah (Sallallahu-Alayhi-Wasallam) and the Sahabah (Radhiyallahu-Anhum), and refrain from all innovations which deprive us of the blessings from Almighty Allah.
May Allah guide us all upon the Straight Path and save us from every act which brings His displeasure.
Ameen.

HITEC - WHERE YOUR IDEAS CAN FLOURISH

WELCOME TO HITEC

WHO WAS THE PIONEER

Chairman Heavy Industries Taxila Board (HITB), Chairman Heavy Industries Taxila Education Welfare Trust (HITEWT) and President HITEC LIEUTENANT GENERAL ISRAR AHMAD GHUMMAN, HI, HI (M) presided over the Inaugural Meeting of HITEC at 1100 hours on 14th October 2006 at HITEC Secretariat. The meeting was attended besides the Administrator, by all the Directors and Heads of HITEC Institutions. The Chairman welcomed the participants and prayed that Allah Almighty may give us wisdom to take decisions, which will lead HITEC to success and glory. The General enlarged upon various HITEC matters at length and in good detail. He presented an extensive account of how and for what reasons the HITEC has come about and articulated his vision of HITEC, now and in the coming years. He gave comprehensive directions with regard to nearly all the conceivable aspects of HITEC functioning. He articulated various policy decisions and gave guidelines which would form basis of HITEC's routine working and future development. A booklet has been prepared to record the gist of General's Vision of creating HITEC and Guidelines for manifestation of his Vision, HITEC's Organizational Framework, Functional Parameters and Projected Plans. This inaugural interaction was aimed at creating a common perspective for understanding the Vision and its implementation philosophy so as to forge a healthy and focused team. It is expected that the well articulated and synchronized effect of this team shall lead to the attainment of the Object of HITEC and meeting the aspirations of all the participants involved in the noble cause of Education at HITEC - Academia and students inclusive.

HITEC - WHERE YOUR IDEAS CAN FLOURISH

Currently around 2800 students from all over the country reflect the rich diversity of our student community. A faculty of more than 170 Academic Professionals and Administrative Staff teach & support our students on a wide range of competencies, through which, an impressive track record of outstanding success is achieved. Thus students can widen their horizons and are fully prepared to face the future challenges.

Ideal Location

HITEC’s spacious campus and custom built schools with a wide range of facilities on its 101 acre site is a revival of the ancient Julian University, located in the foothills of Margallah near Taxila. It is surrounded by ancient remains of Ghandhara civilization and a Museum that attracts tourists from all over the globe. It is full of historic sites and bears association with the past. Taxila’s prime location on G.T road offers fast and convenient travel links to the rest of the country.

Learning Environment

HITEC has been envisioned to be a centre of excellence for quality education. Providing our children the requisite environment & opportunities for intellectual development & physical growth. It has been developed to offer balanced academic programmes with a blend of modern scientific knowledge & enlightened religious education. HITEC education equips students with the skills & knowledge required for future. Study at HITEC is demanding but our students think the effort is worth it.

Active Lifestyle

Students also have the opportunity to take part in sports activities organised under ECA management. Whether you are a novice or an expert, there are ample opportunities to get involved in all the sports, recreation & fitness activities. Here life is excitingly varied and has something for everyone with a galaxy of clubs and societies to cater for all tastes.

MICROCONTROLLER PROGRAMMING AND INTERFACING IN C

A PRACTICAL DESIGN BASED CRASH COURSE ON ATMEL-AVR CORE

MICROCONTROLLER PROGRAMMING AND INTERFACING IN C

HOW WOULD YOU FEEL IF ARE GROOMED IN JUST SIX WEEKS TO BUILD AND PROGRAM REAL-LIFE MICROCOMTROLLER-BASED SYSTEMS THAT CAN PROCESS BOTH AND DIGITAL SIGNALS WITH ACCURACY????

• whether you are a begineer a mid -level embedded programmer , student of any branch of engineering, or sciences or a professional working in industry; this course will help you a lot!
• Build and program from simple ON/OFF system to complex microcontrollers-based systems (solving higher order differential equations in real-time, PID control systems, etc)yourself
• Say bye-bye to 8051 microcontroller and switch to ATMEL-AVR RISC microcontrollers that offer many advanced features and provide easy yet powerful C language enviornment.
• We will teach you C coding (similar to what yopu write to program your PC) for the AVR microcontroller chip to perform complex tasks. During these tasks in assembly can be both difficult and time consuming.
• No need of any external programmer .Other than Windows , no licence software required for development. You can make a basic AVR-microcontroller-based systems from as low as Rs500/-.
• Connect your home PC with the AVR chip and transform your imagination into real systems.
• No prior knowledge of microcontroller or C is required . We will teach you both.
• The course will cover the necessary theory and hand-on practical programming techniques.
• Get yourself registered and become  a practical microcontroller programmer in just SIX WEEKS!

COURSE CONTENTS

PART 1 - AVR MICROCONTROLLER: Architecture programming and PC interfacing

• AVR microcontroller architecture and the C programming language.
• AVR software development tools, downloading C programs into AVR microcontroller chip
• I/O ports programming

PART 2 - APPLICATION : ADC AND DAC programming/interfacing

• Programming AVR ADC and its interfacing with the analog world.
• Designing a microcontroller-PC based temperature monitoring and control system.

PART 3 - AVR Timer and Interrupt programming

• Timer and interrupt programming. Real-time task scheduling issues
• AVR USART programming and AVR-PC serial interfacing

PART 4 - APPLICTION: DC motor position and velocity monitoring

• Using AVR to monitor DC motor position and velocity.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
The course shall be conducted by Dr.Fawad Ahmed, Associate Proffessor, HITEC UNIVERSITY

Timings and Duration
10am to 1pm, every Saturday

Course Fee: This course is being offered free of charge to HITEC students.
Venue and Registration: HITEC University. Registration : Dr .Fawad's office, Room 22

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