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03/09/2026

13/08/2026

Librarians’ Day Celebrated at Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Library, IUB
On August 12, 2026, the staff of Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Library celebrated International Librarians’ Day with great enthusiasm and appreciation for the noble profession of librarianship. The event was graced by Chief Guest Prof. Dr. Rubina Bhatti, Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, along with Prof. Dr. Salman Bin Naeem, HOD, Department of Information Management.

Dr. Irfan Hussain Tahir, Chief Librarian, warmly welcomed the distinguished guests and administrative staff and highlighted the significance of the day, emphasizing the vital role of librarians in facilitating knowledge, research, learning, and access to reliable information.

In her address, Prof. Dr. Rubina Bhatti highly appreciated the valuable services of librarians and acknowledged their contributions to academic excellence, intellectual development, and the advancement of a knowledge based society.

The celebration concluded with a cake cutting ceremony and best wishes for the continued growth and success of the library profession. The event reaffirmed that librarians are not merely custodians of books but essential partners in education, research, knowledge preservation, and lifelong learning.

13/08/2026

02/03/2026

Join us at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur for an inspiring seminar titled “Women and Ramadan” on 3rd March 2026 at 11:00 AM at Jinnah Corner, Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Library.

Organized in collaboration with Alnoor Foundation, the SDGs Collaboration Center, and the Fatima Jinnah Women Leadership Centre, The IUB, this seminar aims to highlight the spiritual, social, and empowering dimensions of women’s role during the blessed month of Ramadan.

Let us come together for reflection, dialogue, and meaningful engagement.

02/03/2026

All students, faculty, and the entire IUB community are cordially invited to attend the Ramadan Book Exhibition 2026, ماہِ رمضان اور نورِ علم organized by Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Library in collaboration with the Department of Information Management and SDGs Collaboration Center, The IUB.

Books are the gateways to knowledge, wisdom, and personal growth.

This exhibition offers an opportunity to explore the treasures of learning and enlightenment during the blessed month of Ramadan. Come and immerse yourself in the world of ideas, reflection, and inspiration!

09/11/2025

The SDGs Collaboration Centre and Fatima Jinnah Women Leadership Centre, in collaboration with Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Library, organized a seminar to honor Allama Dr. Muhammad Iqbal, the poet-philosopher and visionary leader.

Speakers, including Prof. Dr. Rubina Bhatti, Prof. Dr. Salman Bin Naeem, Dr. Mariam Abbas Soharwardi, and Dr. Irfan Tahir, highlighted Iqbal’s philosophy of Khudi (selfhood), his vision for youth, education, and social progress, and his enduring message of patriotism. They emphasized his call for courage, creativity, and ethical leadership to empower students to address challenges like poverty, inequality, patriotism and social injustice.

Prof. Dr. Rubina Bhatti said:
"Iqbal’s philosophy inspires self-discovery, innovation, and purposeful action. His vision encourages youth to learn, lead, serve the nation, and create a society that is just, inclusive, and sustainable."

The seminar underscored Iqbal’s emphasis on education, youth leadership, innovation, women’s empowerment, aligning with SDGs to foster a more equitable and progressive society.