Tag Archives: Journalist Masoom Moradabadi

Renowned Journalist Jalaluddin Aslam’s Anthology ‘Naqd-o-Nazar’ Released at Ghalib Academy

Education - Gold Medallists, Toppers, Merits, Achievers (wef. June 12th, 2023), NRI's / PIO's, Science & Technology, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

INDIA :

New Delhi:

Veteran journalist and writer Jalaluddin Aslam was honored at Ghalib Academy with the release of his selected anthology of essays, Naqd-o-Nazar. The event brought together distinguished scholars, journalists, and literary figures, who acknowledged Aslam’s lifelong dedication to writing and journalism.

Padma Shri awardee Professor Akhtarul Wasey, delivering the presidential address, praised Jalaluddin Aslam’s remarkable contribution to literature and journalism. “He has devoted his entire life to the service of pen and paper. Even in his advanced years, his commitment to writing remains unshaken,” he remarked. Prof. Wasey further emphasized that Naqd-o-Nazar reflects Aslam’s deep thoughts and ideological perspectives and should reach a wider readership.

Renowned journalist Masoom Moradabadi highlighted the humanitarian aspect of Aslam’s life, stating, “The essays in his latest book reflect his deep concern for the nation and community. His life has been marked by selfless service to the needy and deserving.” He underscored that Aslam’s engagement in journalism and literature has always been driven by sincerity rather than financial motives.

Senior journalist Suhail Anjum commended Aslam’s contributions to Urdu language and literature through journalism and writing. “His anthology Naqd-o-Nazar is of archival significance and serves as a valuable resource for researchers,” he stated.

Editor of Urdu Book Review, Mohammad Arif Iqbal, noted that Naqd-o-Nazar contains thought-provoking essays, demonstrating Aslam’s intellectual depth and analytical prowess.

Dr. Syed Ahmed Khan, national president of the Urdu Development Organization, acknowledged Aslam’s silent yet profound contributions to the Urdu language. “Few writers and journalists have served Urdu as selflessly as he has,” he asserted.

Dr. Aqil Ahmed, Secretary of Ghalib Academy, extended his congratulations to the author and urged him to publish his unpublished works as well. Several other prominent figures, including Feroz Hashmi, Javed Rahmani, Dr. Mufti Anwar Javed Dehlvi, and K.L. Narang Saqi, also lauded Aslam’s literary journey.

Among the notable attendees were Maulana Arshad Sirajuddin Maki, Dr. Khurshid Alam, Hakim Aftab Alam, Mohammad Naushad Nadwi, Israr Ahmed Ujini, Danish Rahman, Faizan, Rehan, Zeeshan, Mohammad Owais, Mohammad Hanif, Nadeem Arif, and Mohammad Imran Kannauji.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Abu Zaid.

source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Arts & Culture> Focus / by Radiance News Bureau / February 20th, 2025

Bahadur Shah Zafar Award given to Prof. Asloob Ahmad Ansari

Arts, Culture & Entertainment, Community Involvement / Social Issues, Education, , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Aligarh, UTTAR PRADESH :

Prof. Asloob A. Ansari felicitated with Bahadur Shah Zafar Award of Delhi Urdu Academy
Prof. Asloob A. Ansari felicitated with Bahadur Shah Zafar Award of Delhi Urdu Academy

Aligarh, :

Delhi Urdu Academy has given its prestigious Bahadur Shah Zafar Award to eminent scholar, critic and educationist, Prof. Asloob Ahmad Ansari, retired professor, Department of English, Aligarh Muslim University.

The award was given to him by Nawab Ibne Saeed of Chhatari and Padma Shri Prof. Akhtarul Wasey, Vice President of Delhi Urdu Academy and Director, Zakir Husain Institute of Islamic Institute, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.

Addressing the felicitation programme organized at the UGC Academic Staff College, Aligarh Muslim University, Prof. Akhtarul Wasey said that Prof. Asloob Ahmad Ansari has been selected for the prestigious award for his lifetime contribution to the development of literary criticism in Urdu and English. He said that Prof. Ansari has served academics without any lust for name or recognition and the award was a small tribute to his academic dexterity and critical approach. He said Prof. Ansari had an authority on Allam Iqbal.

Mr. Anees Azmi, Secretary, Delhi Urdu Academy said that Prof. Asloob Ansari deserved the award and it was a proud moment for the Delhi Urdu Academy to express its indebtedness to the tall literary figure whose works will keep illuminating minds of scholars and critics in Urdu. He said that Aligarh Muslim University has given the largest number of great literary personalities to the Urdu language and they have also received highest awards and recognitions.

Padma Shri Prof. Hakeem Syed Zillur Rahman said that Prof. Ansari was Aligarh’s pride and Aligarh was recognized around the world being a home city of Prof. Ansari.

Prof. A. R. Kidwai, Director, UGC Academic Staff College highlighted many facets of Prof. Ansari’s life and presented a sketch of his life as a teacher and his academic pursuits.

Prof. Asloob Ansari has published 33 books in Urdu and English. Hehas received Pakistan President’s award for his work on Allama Iqbal and a honorary D. Lit. from Gorakhpur University.

The Governing body member of Delhi Urdu Academy and eminent journalist Masoom Moradabadi proposed a vote of thanks.

source: http://www.muslimmirror.com / Muslim Mirror.com / Home> Indian Muslims / by Muslim Mirror News / May 26th, 2013