World has never seen so many literate yet ignorant people like today: Maulana Sajjad Nomani
Bhatkal: Renowned religious scholar and former spokesperson of the All India Muslim Personal Law Board, Maulana Khalil-ur-Rahman Sajjad Nomani, delivered a thought-provoking speech at the "Rabita Educational Excellence Award Ceremony" in Bhatkal. The event was organized by the Rabita Society to honor outstanding students.
During the ceremony, Maulana Nomani distributed gold medals and award certificates to meritorious students, emphasizing the transformative power of education. He highlighted how the Prophet of Islam transformed a society steeped in ignorance into a model society through the power of education.
Maulana Nomani criticized the current education system, noting that it focuses on teaching lessons rather than fostering true learning. He pointed out the difference between merely reading and genuinely understanding, lamenting that today's world is filled with literate individuals who lack true wisdom. He noted that history has never seen so many educated individuals who are simultaneously ignorant, as evidenced by the fact that many involved in corruption are well-educated yet lack ethical grounding.
He argued that true education lies in awakening moral and social values, not just acquiring knowledge. He lamented that 80 crore people in India live in poverty despite the country’s aspirations to be a global leader in knowledge and innovation. He also expressed concern about the youth being entangled in the complexities of information technology without a solid foundation in values.
The event also featured speeches from Chief Qazi of Jamaat-e-Muslimeen Maulana Khawaja Moinuddin Akrami Madani and Deputy Qazi Maulana Ansar Khatib Madani, both of whom underscored the importance of education in fostering a responsible society.
Rabita Society President Umar Farooq Musbah presided over the event, while General Secretary Dr. Atiqur Rehman Muniri delivered the welcome address. The ceremony honored 35 students who excelled in their SSLC, PUC, and graduation exams.
Prominent community leaders, including President of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen Bhatkal, Muhammad Yunus Qazia, and General Secretary Ishaq Shabandri, graced the event. Other notable attendees included Maulana Muhammad Hussain Jukaku, General Secretary of Jamaat-ul-Muslimeen, Jamia Islamia President Maulana Talha Nadvi, Majlis Islah Wa Tanzeem General Secretary Abdul Raqib MJ Nadvi, and Jilani Mohtsham, General Secretary of Bhatkal Muslim Jamaat Dubai.
On the women's stage, Fahmida Khizr and Roshan Maliki of New Shams School were present. The program was compered by Tanveer Jushidi Nadvi and Athar Peerzade.
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Elephant calf brought from Bijnor kept under care at Pilibhit Tiger Reserve
Pilibhit (PTI): A 19-day-old elephant calf, brought from Bijnor, was placed under care at the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) on Sunday, an official said and added that the calf got separated from its mother in the forest area of Bijnor.
The calf was born on December 2 in the Bijnor forest area and got separated from its mother shortly after birth, the official said.
The forest department made several attempts to reunite it with its mother, but without any success. To ensure the calf's safety and better care, it was decided to transfer it to the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve on the instructions of senior officials.
On Saturday, Deputy Director Manish Singh received the calf. Special arrangements have been made in the reserve for its care. It has been kept in a safe and clean environment to provide it with a natural setting and protect it from external noise and disturbances.
Singh told reporters that raising an 19-day-old calf is challenging.
It requires a special diet as a substitute for mother's milk and constant monitoring.
He said a special team has been formed to provide 24-hour care. Since the calf is very young, it is being cared for like a newborn baby.
According to Singh, the primary responsibility for monitoring the calf's health has been entrusted to PTR's veterinarian, Dr Daksh Gangwar. Under his supervision, a complete record of the calf's health checkups, diet, and body temperature is being maintained. The team is ensuring that the calf does not contract any infection.
