Marium Fatima from Muzaffarpur has created history by becoming Bihar’s first Woman FIDE Master (WFM). The young chess player achieved this milestone after an impressive performance at the Barbera del Valles Open Chess Championship in Barcelona, Spain, where her rating crossed 2100, earning her the FIDE title.
Marium, originally from Chandwara Jamiran Gachi in Muzaffarpur, said she owes her success to her parents and the Bihar Chess Association. She added that her next target is to achieve the Grandmaster norm, which requires a rating of 2400. “There is no Grandmaster from Bihar yet, and I want to be the first to achieve that distinction,” she said.
Her success has been widely celebrated in the state. Director General of Bihar State Sports Authority Ravindran Shankaran congratulated her, while officials from the All Bihar Chess Association and Muzaffarpur Chess Association praised her achievement.
Secretary Dharmendra Kumar, Joint Secretary Nandkishore Srivastava, President Vinay Kumar, and others expressed pride that Marium has brought recognition not only to Bihar but to the entire country.
India has already established itself as a chess powerhouse, producing world-class players such as D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa from Tamil Nadu. With Marium’s breakthrough, Bihar is also carving out its place in the national chess landscape.
There are currently eight Women Grandmasters in India. Marium aspires to become the ninth, while also inspiring the next generation of players from Bihar to pursue the game at the highest level.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News > Pride of the Nation> Markers of Excellence> Report / by Radiance News Bureau / September 22nd, 2025
Indian racing’s 10-year-old prodigy Atiqa Mir on Sunday created history by becoming the first woman in UAE karting to win a race in the Minimax category.
Indian racing’s 10-year-old prodigy Atiqa Mir on Sunday created history by becoming the first woman in UAE karting to win a race in the Minimax category.
In a competitive field of 14 drivers including seasoned European race winners, Atiqa was the lone female but that was hardly a factor as she completed a commanding victory from pole position in the prestigious DAMC Championship opener at the Dubai Kartdrome.
In the finals, Atiqa kept it clean and within track limits to cross the chequered flag before anyone else.
The win makes her the first ever female to take a pole and a final win in the MiniMax category, marking a perfect start to her Middle Eastern Karting leg.
Recognising her rare talent, Formula 1 had signed her for its F1 Academy DYD program earlier this year, another first for an Indian driver.
“Im so happy with this win. Dubai Kartdrome is where I started karting so this track will always remain close to my heart. I got limited running in preparation for this race, but nonetheless I was still able to be on pace. Big thanks to my sponsors AKCEL Academy for all their support,” said Atiqa.
Fresh off a successful European season, Atiqa was in Dubai for a quick stop and will head to Slovakia next for Champions of the Future Academy Round 4 where she drives for the F1 DYD program.
Atiqa hails from a racing family with her father, Asif Nazir Mir, being a former Formula Asia vice-champion. She idolises reigning Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen and her ultimate goal is to reach the pinnacle of motorsport.
(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
source: http://www.sports.ndtv.com / NDTV & NDTV Sports / Home> Sports Home> Other Sports> News / by Press Trust of India / September 14th, 2025
Government Degree College for Women, Khodmukhtar, hosted a special felicitation programme to honour students for their outstanding academic achievements. The event was organised by the Emirate-e-Millat Islamia Education Committee and Bazm-e-Urdu Adab, Jagtial.
The ceremony was presided over by Principal Professor Rama Krishna. Distinguished guests included Muhammad Abdul Bari, President of Emirate-e-Millat Islamia, Liaquat Ali Mohsin, President of Bazm-e-Urdu Adab, and Muhammad Munemuddin, President of the Education Committee.
Eight students who secured first positions in their respective degree courses were awarded medals, mementoes, and certificates. The awardees were Asna Takreem, Shifa Sadaf, Mehdi Falak, Umm Khadija, Aafia Sultana, Zeba Firdous, Nasira Begum, and Samira Sultana.
A speech competition on the topic “Role of Muslims in the Freedom Movement” was also held. Rimsha Fatima won the first prize of Rs. 3000. Samina Sultana secured second place with Rs. 2000, while Samiya Sania took third place with Rs. 1000.
In addition, students Hajra Maheen, Areeba Shahwar, and Nahanaz, who achieved excellent ranks in Urdu in the Telangana State Common Post Graduation Entrance Test, were honoured with shawls, medals, and mementoes.
The event was conducted by Urdu lecturer Qasim Ali. Faculty members Muhammad Abdul Rahim, Yasmin Sultana, Irfana Begum, and Satyam were present, along with Education Committee members Sheikh Naseem Ahmed, Muhammad Sajid Patwari, and Iftikhar Hussain.
The programme highlighted the role of community organisations in encouraging education and celebrating student achievements.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Education> Latest News> Report / by Radiance News Bureau / September 12th, 2025
The All India Ideal Teachers Association (AIITA) Unit Mangrol, district Baran, Rajasthan, organized the Ideal Teacher Award 2025 to honor the contributions of educators in the community. The event brought together teachers, dignitaries, and residents to recognize the vital role of teachers in shaping students and society.
Applications were invited from educators across schools and madrasas. A seven-member committee evaluated candidates based on moral character, punctuality, religious integrity, contribution to student development, social engagement, and community impact. After a rigorous selection process, ten educators were chosen for recognition. They were awarded certificates, shields, and medals. The awardees included Rafiq Ahmad, Ejaz Hussain, Mohammad Iqbal, Fakhruddin (Siswali), Tarannum Parveen, Mohammad Saleem (Principal, Madrasa Suiwalan), Mohammad Irfan (Anjuman Madrasa), Meraj Ahmad, Wahid Anwar, and Rizwana Kausar.
A highlight of the ceremony was the Lifetime Achievement Award presented to Tahir Hussain for his decades of service to education. His work was described as leaving a lasting impact on the community and inspiring both teachers and students.
The event was attended by prominent figures including AIITA State President Khalid Akhtar, who spoke on the moral and social responsibilities of teachers, and Media Secretary Dr. Raheem Khan, who encouraged the use of technology in classrooms. State Secretary Yunus Ansari and other guests also expressed appreciation for the teaching community.
The program concluded with words of thanks from Unit Secretary Haider Ali Ansari and Unit President Mohammad Irfan. The ceremony reinforced the value of education and highlighted the role of teachers as community leaders.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News> Report / by Radiance News Bureau / September 17th, 2025
Fikrokhabar, a news portal based in Bhatkal, has announced its Online Naat Competition 2025, inviting children from coastal Karnataka to take part in the programme during the holy month of Rabi al-Awwal.
The initiative is aimed at celebrating the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad by encouraging children to express their devotion through Naat recitation.
According to the organisers, the contest has been designed to nurture both the spiritual and creative growth of children by giving them a platform to present Naats in a digital format. The online mode ensures easy access and wider participation across the region.
The competition is open to boys up to the age of 13 years and girls up to the age of 8 years.
Participants are required to record a video of their recital, which should not exceed three minutes, and submit it through the Google Form link shared by the organisers.
The event has been divided into categories based on age and gender to ensure fair participation.
The organisers said that the programme is not merely a contest but also an opportunity for children to learn more about the life of the Prophet, strengthen their faith, and showcase their talent before a larger audience. It also encourages memorisation and thoughtful reflection on poetic tributes dedicated to the Prophet, fostering deeper appreciation of Islamic teachings.
Parents and guardians interested in registering their children have been asked to get in touch with the coordinators for more details regarding deadlines, judging process and prizes.
Further information can be obtained by contacting +91 9916131111, +91 9620573395 or +91 9108080800.
source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karavali / by Vartha Bharati / September 05th, 2025
Three siblings from Bhatkal, currently studying in Mangaluru, secured top honours at the State-level Karate Championship held in Moodbidri on September 1, 2025 The event was organised by the Shorin-Ryu Karate Association in association with Swami’s Strength Training and MK Ananthraj College of Physical Education.
Ismail Nameer, a 15-year-old student of Huda Islamia School, Mangaluru, won first place in Kumite (fight).
His younger brother, Hamdan (11 years), a student of Presidency School, Mangaluru, secured first place in Kumite (Fight) and second place in Kata in the under-11 category.
Their sister, Umme Kulsum, also a student of Presidency School, claimed first place in the Fighting category in the under-8 category.
The siblings are children of Nisar Ahmed Ruknuddin and Nada of Bhatkal, who are presently residing in Mangaluru.
source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karavali / by Vartha Bharati / September 03rd, 2025
Rajasthan is known for its sandy deserts, historical monuments, especially forts, vibrant culture, and above all, its brave people, some of whom are inspiring others and changing society for the better. Under our series ‘The Changemakers’, Awaz-The Voice, brings you ten such personalities of Rajasthan, who have done extraordinary and pioneering work. Batool Begum: A living legacy of musical heritage.
Batool Begum: Woman who took traditional music to the world
One name that resonates in the streets of Jaipur is that of Batool Begum. Born in Kerap village of Nagaur district, Rajasthan, this extraordinary singer is a living legacy of Indian classical music. Batool developed a deep passion for music in her childhood. Despite facing social and economic challenges, she continued her singing.
Her melodious voice and her passion for music not only earned her recognition as an artist but also proved that talent can break all barriers. Her art is a source of inspiration for her community and the entire Rajasthan.
Abdul Salam Johar: A lac bangle maker who received global recognition
The vibrant spirit of India’s Pink City, Jaipur, doesn’t only emanate from its colours and people but also from the traditional handicrafts that are made and sold here. Bangles worth lakhs are made in these streets, which are a symbol of the traditional beauty and hard work of thousands of its people.
Abdul Salam Johar is one such artist who not only preserved the traditional art of the State but also brought about a social change in a major way. Coming from the Manihar community, Johar was born in a family with little means, but his dreams were extraordinary. Seeing the struggles of his grandfather Hafiz Mohammad Ismail and parents Haji Abdul Aziz and Hajjan Qamar Jahan, he made hard work, dedication, and social service the main mantra of his life.
He began his journey from his ancestral shop ‘Indian Kangan and Colour Store’ located in Tripolia Bazaar of Jaipur, and today his wares are being sold under brands ‘Johar Design’, ‘Johar King’ and ‘Indian Crafts’ in the global markets. He is not only a successful entrepreneur, but also a social reformer who took his community and traditional art to new heights.
Abdul Latif ‘Arco’: A confluence of business and social service
Abdul Latif, who lives in Chini ki Burj in the capital Jaipur, and is known as ‘Arko’ in Rajasthan, is one such special personality. Born in a small village of Chomu in 1946, Abdul Latif’s father, Rahmatullah, and mother, Hafijan, taught him hard work, honesty, and the passion to help people, which became the basis of his life.
His company, Abdul Razzaq & Company (ARCO), is today a big name for social service along with electric motors, fans, and coolers. Apart from this, his hotel, ARCO Palace, is a symbol of his hard work and foresight. Abdul Latif’s story is not just of a businessman, but of a person who chose to work as a changemaker by combining his business and social responsibilities.
Qazi Nishat Hussain: A new voice breaking stereotypes
The voice rising from a small office located in the narrow streets of Johri Bazaar in Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is today inspiring society to change. This voice is of Nishat Hussain, Rajasthan’s first Muslim female Qazi, social worker, and a strong advocate of the rights of Muslim women.
Her life journey is an example of courage, struggle, and change, which not only made thousands of women aware but also gave them a new direction to live.
Born in Sitabari Mohalla of Karauli district, Nishat’s childhood was spent in an environment of communal harmony. His family was the only Muslim family in the neighbourhood. There were three temples in front of her house. She says, “We did not know who was a Hindu and who was a Muslim.” In a backward area like Karauli, where girls’ education was not given importance, Nishat created history. She became the first Muslim girl in the district to pass the tenth standard, that too as the only Muslim student among 1200 girls. Today, she has become a torchbearer of the rights of Muslim women.
Captain Mirza Mohtasim Baig and Ruby Khan: An Inspiring couple in social service
An inspirational couple, Captain Mirza Mohtasim Baig and his wife Ruby Khan, hail from Jaipur. Captain Mirza is the first Muslim pilot of Rajasthan and has been operating national and international flights for the last 25 years. At the same time, his wife Ruby is an active social worker and politician.
Both believe that if one wants to bring change in society, then he has to take the initiative. Together, they had organised medical camps, documentation camps, free ration distribution, and offered financial help to families in the marriage of their daughters. The couple is an epitome of change brought about by spirited people.
Dr. Arif Khan: The village scientist who created history
Thirty-four years ago, a child was born in the small village of Masani in the Hanumangarh district of Rajasthan. Today, he is Dr. Arif Khan, a scientist who has brought laurels to India. In his village, most of the people toiled in the fields. His father, Advocate Farid Khan, wanted his son to become a doctor. His mother and grandfather also had the same dream. But there were few schools in Masani, and the path to making dreams come true was difficult. Still, Arif had a passion to do something extraordinary in his life.
With his hard work and dedication, he became a bio-scientist and brought glory to his family and village. His research on milk and food products brought a wave of change. His story proves that if the intentions are strong, then even a boy from a small village can become a scientist and make the country feel proud.
Mainuna Nargis: First Shia Muslim woman in art conservation
In a vast country like India, art conservation is important since it not only preserves history but also connects future generations to our heritage. Mainuna Nargis, the country’s first and so far the only Shia Muslim woman art conservator, does the same work. Born in Bahjoi, a small town in Moradabad district of Uttar Pradesh, Maimuna’s childhood was ordinary, but her dreams were extraordinary. Rajasthan has now become Mainuna’s second home.
Her father, a Policeman in UP, always encouraged her. After studying Fine Arts from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), she did a diploma in Museology, which became the most decisive turning point in her life. Maimuna’s story is not just of professional success, but a story of passion, struggle, and self-confidence, which revived the broken pieces of history.
Yoga Guru Naeem Khan: Global journey from music to yoga
The life journey of Yoga Guru Naeem Khan, who rose from the streets of Jodhpur, the cultural capital of Rajasthan, to spread his spiritual aura on international platforms, is a unique example. He rose from a common man to a global yoga guru and presented yoga as a universal energy beyond religion, culture, and boundaries.
Naeem Khan was born in a family where music was in every breath. His grandfather, Ustad Umardin Khan, was the court musician of the Jodhpur royal family, while his maternal uncle was Padma Bhushan-awarded Sarod player Ustad Sultan Khan. However, with changing times, that traditional flame of music started to fade. Naeem and his brother got involved in business, but yoga gave Naeem a new direction, and he took it to a global platform.
Syed Anwar Shah: A man who introduced girls to education
Thirty years ago, a dream was born in a small room in Jaipur, which has today become the light of education for thousands of girls. This is the story of Syed Anwar Shah, whom people fondly call Master Anwar Shah. He not only dreamt of his daughter’s education, but also made it a means of progress for the daughters of society.
Today his educational institution, Al-Jamia-tul Alia, is spreading the message of knowledge and Islamic ethics not only in Jaipur, but also in the whole of India and abroad. After completing his M.A. in Public Administration from Rajasthan University in 1980, he dedicated his entire life to the welfare of society and the service of education. In 1995, when his daughter Alia was born, he decided to set up an institution for the education of girls, which would impart both worldly and divine teachings.
Today, his effort has become a boon for thousands of families.
Padma Shri Shakir Ali: Patron of Miniature Painting
It’s no exaggeration to say that Jaipur is the art capital of Rajasthan. And in the field of miniature painting, the name of Syed Shakir Ali comes to the fore spontaneously. This genre of painting is an identity of the state of Rajasthan.
Padma Shri awardee Syed Shakir Ali is not only a great practitioner of this art, but he is also the guardian of that heritage, which is an integral part of the cultural identity of Rajasthan. Born in 1956 in Jalesar village of Uttar Pradesh, Shakir Ali’s family soon settled in Jaipur, where his art got a new direction.
Today, he has given recognition to this traditional art of Rajasthan not only in India but also on international platforms.
source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> The Changemakers / by Aasha Khosa, ATV / September 14th, 2025
In a significant development, Dr Asiya Islam, an alumna of Women’s College, Aligarh Muslim University, has been appointed Assistant Professor as a permanent faculty at the Department of Gender Studies, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), London.
Retd. Professor Kaniz Khwaja Ahmed, who had taught Asiya Islam, Communicative English at Women’s College, told India Tomorrow, “I remember her as an ideal student as I taught her long back. Of all the students, I have taught so far, she stands out as the most ideal student. Although the subject I used to teach her was elementary, used in our daily life conversation, she always took it very seriously. She was very regular, attentive and punctual. In her, I saw the spark to achieve something in her life. I hope she still remembers me. We all are proud of her achievement and wish all the best for her career ahead.”
Before joining LSE Gender Studies, she was a Lecturer in Gender and Work at the University of Leeds. Before that, I was a Junior Research Fellow at Newnham College, University of Cambridge. In these positions, I taught on feminist global political economy, Black feminist theory, and intersectionality.
Asiya completed her PhD in Sociology at the University of Cambridge, her MSc in Gender, Media and Culture at the London School of Economics, and her BA(Hons) in Communicative English at Aligarh Muslim University.
Another teacher Professor Nikhat Taj, who also taught Asiya, said, “Asiya, indeed has made us very proud. Her achievement comes as no surprise for she had been a meritorious/promising student. She excelled not only in academics but was an ace performer in extra-curricular activities as well. She won the Zakir Hussain Medal for Academic Excellence at the undergraduate level, and that was just the beginning of her success story. I recall her as a diligent and committed worker, who would fulfil (most satisfactorily) any task, or project either given to her or taken up by herself.”
Professor Nikhat added, “Her appointment as an associate professor at the London School of Economics is just another step for many other achievements to come her way in the future. I see her as an inspiration and a role model for all the students of AMU – her alma mater.”
AMU Vice-Chancellor Prof Naima Khatoon, who was earlier Principal of Women’s College, while congratulating Dr. Asiya Islam on her achievement, said, “Asiya’s appointment at the London School of Economics will encourage our students to pursue higher studies abroad and work hard to make an academic career in prestigious foreign universities.”
source: http://www.indiatomorrow.net / India Tomorrow / Home> Education / by Mohammed Naushad Khan / September 16th, 2024
Safeena Husain (Extreme left) with some of the girls who whom her NGO helped
New Delhi
“The Ramon Magsaysay Award for ‘Educate Girls’ is a historic moment for India, and it places the global spotlight on a people-powered movement that began with a single girl in a remote village in the country,” said the non-profit’s founder, Safeena Husain, after the Manila based committee named her NGO for the coveted award for 2025, said.
Founded by Safeena Husain, The Foundation to Educate Girls Globally, widely known as ‘Educate Girls,’ has made history as the first Indian organisation to receive the Ramon Magsaysay Award, a statement from the Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation (RMAF) said.
“Educate Girls” shares the 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Award with Shaahina Ali (Maldives), honoured for combating plastic pollution and protecting marine ecosystems, and Fr. Flaviano Antonio L. Villanueva (Philippines), recognized for restoring dignity to Manila’s poor and homeless.
‘Educate Girls’ has been named for Asia’s premier prize and highest honour for “its commitment to addressing cultural stereotyping through the education of girls and young women, liberating them from the bondage of illiteracy and infusing them with skills, courage, and agency to achieve their full human potential,” the RMAF statement said.
Reflecting on the milestone, Husain said, “Being the first Indian non-profit to receive the Ramon Magsaysay Award is a historic moment for Educate Girls and for the country. This recognition places a global spotlight on India’s people-powered movement for girls’ education, one that began with a single girl in the remotest village and grew to reshape entire communities, challenging traditions and shifting mindsets.”
The award honours dedicated Team Balika volunteers, valued partners, passionate gender champions, and supporters, and acknowledges the millions of girls who reclaimed their right to education, she said.
“As we work to reach 10 million learners in the next decade and share this blueprint beyond India, we carry forward a simple truth that when one girl is educated, she takes others with her, multiplying change across families, generations, and nations,” Husain said.
The organisation’s CEO, Gayatri Nair Lobo, said, “At Educate Girls, we believe that education is one of the greatest levers for development. But above all, education is every girl’s fundamental and inherent right. This prestigious award recognises the transformational change that is possible through partnerships with the government, philanthropic institutions, corporations, and grassroots communities, working together to tackle societal and systemic barriers and promote equitable and accessible education for girls everywhere.”
“We are deeply grateful to the Government of India for its phenomenal initiatives that have made this possible. Warm congratulations to our fellow awardees, Shaahina Ali and Fr. Flaviano Villanueva, whose work inspires us all,” she added.
Starting from Rajasthan, Educate Girls identified the neediest communities in terms of girls’ education, brought unschooled or out-of-school girls into the classroom, and worked to keep them there until they were able to acquire credentials for higher education and gainful employment, the statement said.
“It started with 50 pilot village schools reaching over 30,000 villages across India’s most under-served regions, involving over two million girls, with a retention rate of over 90 per cent,” the Foundation said.
The organisation is being recognised for its commitment to addressing cultural stereotyping through the education of girls and young women, liberating them from the bondage of illiteracy and infusing them with skills, courage, and agency to achieve their full human potential, a release said.
Safina Husain, founder The Foundation to Educate Girls Globally
It is the first Indian organisation ever to receive this award, in recognition of ‘its commitment to addressing cultural stereotyping through the education of girls and young women, liberating them from the bondage of illiteracy and infusing them with skills, courage, and agency to achieve their full human potential.’
The non-profit joins a lineage of distinguished laureates, including filmmaker Satyajit Ray, singer M.S. Subbulakshmi, social reformer Kiran Bedi, and Vinoba Bhave, alongside international icons such as Nobel Peace Prize laureates the Dalai Lama and Mother Teresa, as well as Oscar-winning storyteller Hayao Miyazaki.
Educate Girls, founded in 2007, empowers girls through education to break cycles of poverty and illiteracy. Since its inception, mobilising 55,000+ volunteers, it has brought back over 2 million girls to school and supported over 2.4 million children with remedial learning.
It operates in over 30,000 villages, aligning with the government’s priorities and initiatives. With a goal to reach 10 million learners in the next decade, the organization drives systemic change through government partnerships and ensures last-mile access for the most vulnerable. Its global recognition underscores the transformative power of investing in girls’ education.
The 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Awardees will formally receive their medallions and certificates during the 67th Ramon Magsaysay Awards Presentation Ceremonies on 7 November 2025 at the Metropolitan Theatre in Manila, Philippines.
source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Stories / posted by Aasha Khosa / September 02nd, 2025
[Female students of Shaheen in a group photo. (File)]
Bidar (Karnataka):
Qurratul Aian, Shooa Fatima Khanam and Ammatulah Fatiha Nabisat, who passed the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – UG (NEET 2018) and became eligible for admission to various medical courses, are Hafizah.
Hafizah is the Arabic term used to identify the females who memorise the entire Holy Quran comprising of 114 Suras or Chapters, and 6,236 Ayats or Verses.
While Hafiza Qurratul Aian scored 550 marks securing an All India Rank (AIR) of 7,446, Hafiza Shooa Fatima Khanam scored 483 marks with AIR 28,443 and Hafiza Ammatulah Fatiha Nabisat scored 462 marks and got 38,033th position in the NEET 2018 All India Rank (AIR).
The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – UG (NEET 2018) result was declared on Monday June 04. A total 7,12, 635 candidates have qualified from India, 342 qualified students are from abroad, 1200 are Non Resident Indians (NRIs), 367 are OCI and 36 are PIO.
Qurratul Aian, Shooa Fatima Khanam and Ammatulah Fatiha Nabisat, the 03 female memorisers of the Holy Quran are the students of “Hafizul Quran Plus” program of Shaheen Group headquartered in Bidar, Karnataka.
The 04-year integrated course especially designed for Urdu speaking Huffaz and Aalims is divided into Foundation Course: (6 months), Bridge Course: (6 months), 10th class: (1 year) and Junior College: (2 years) preparation of 12th class along with NEET, JEE and other competitive examinations.
Besides the above three female memorisers of the Holy Quran, 10 other Huffaz of Shaheen Hafizul Quran Plus program have also passed the NEET 2018. A total of 1,600 Shaheen students had appeared for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – UG NEET in 2018. Of them, 1,363 students scored more than the minimum marks in NEET 2018.
“Out of the total 1,363 who qualified the medical entrance this year, 300 students have scored enough marks to get admission in different medical colleges”, Abdul Qadeer, Founder Chairman of Shaheen Group of Institutions, said while talking to ummid.com.
“Among them are 13 Huffaz including 03 Hafizah – female memoriser of the Holy Quran. One of the Huffaz who passed NEET 2018 is Waheed Abdullah of Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. Like other students of Shaheen Hafizul Quran Plus, he never went to a school. He got free coaching at Shaheen’s Bidar center and scored 579 out of the total 720 marks to secure All India Rank (AIR) 3295”, he added.
Shaheen Group of Institutions was established in 1989 with Shaheen School to provide quality education to students from Urdu medium. Started with just 18 students, it now has more than 12,000 students and centers running in different cities of India including Bengaluru, Mysore, Belagavi, Shimoga, Kolar, Gulbarga, Raichur, Bidar, Basavakalyan, Humnabad, Aurad, Chitguppa, Aurangabad, Patna and Lucknow.
Besides special integrated course for Huffaz, the Shaheen Group also runs NEET coaching for regular students. It had sent more than 200 students to different medical colleges in 2017, 152 in 2016, 111 in 2015, 93 in 2014, 89 in 2013 and 71 in its first batch in 2012.
source: http://www.ummid.com / Ummid.com / Home> Education & Career / by ummid.com news network / June 11th, 2018
