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Professor Dr Javed Musarrat: A Global Microbiologist Shaping Science, Leadership and Education Across Continents

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Dr Javed Musarrat

Professor Dr Javed Musarrat stands today as one of South Asia’s most respected microbiologists, academic administrators and institutional reformers. His journey—from the classrooms and laboratories of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) to leadership roles in India, Saudi Arabia and the United States—reflects an extraordinary blend of scientific depth, global exposure and visionary educational leadership.

For thousands of students and researchers, he is not only a scientist of international repute but also a mentor, institution-builder and an example of how dedication to knowledge can shape entire communities.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Roots in Aligarh: The Making of a Scientist

Dr Musarrat’s academic story begins at Aligarh Muslim University, where he completed his B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. in Biochemistry between 1978 and 1987. This progression, entirely nurtured within AMU’s academic culture, laid the foundation for his early love of laboratories, molecular research and scientific inquiry.

His time at AMU shaped his identity as a researcher with strong social awareness—something that later became a hallmark of his leadership across multiple universities.

A Career Spanning Continents and Disciplines

International Appointments

Dr Musarrat’s expertise has taken him far beyond Aligarh:

  • Chair Professor, King Saud University (Riyadh) – where he contributed to major advances in microbial biotechnology.
  • Visiting Scientist, Michigan State University (USA)
  • Visiting Scientist, Ohio State University (USA)

These appointments allowed him to collaborate with leading research groups, publish influential work, and contribute to global discussions on microbiology and environmental biotechnology.

Leadership Roles in India

He returned to India with vast experience, taking on major academic leadership roles:

  • Vice Chancellor, Integral University, Lucknow (current)
  • Vice Chancellor, Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU), Rajouri (former)
  • Dean, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, AMU
  • Chairman, Department of Agricultural Microbiology, AMU

Whether modernising curricula, improving research output, or expanding collaborations, Dr Musarrat’s administrative leadership has always emphasised innovation, transparency and student-centric development.

Global Research Impact: A Scholar of the Highest Order

In the world of scientific research, few metrics are as telling as citations and the h-index. Dr Musarrat’s record speaks for itself:

  • Over 16,000 citations
  • An h-index of 71

This places him among the top microbiologists in the region and firmly in the category of globally recognised researchers. His work spans:

  • Microbial biotechnology
  • Plant–microbe interactions
  • DNA damage, carcinogenesis and environmental pollutants
  • Bioremediation and eco-friendly technologies

His research has not only contributed to academic progress but has also offered practical solutions relevant to agriculture, health sciences and environmental protection.

An Administrator with Vision

One of the reasons Dr Musarrat stands out among academic leaders is his ability to combine scientific precision with administrative foresight.

At both BGSBU and Integral University, he has:

  • Strengthened research infrastructure
  • Encouraged interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Expanded international partnerships
  • Promoted digital learning and modern teaching methods
  • Prioritised student welfare and academic excellence

Colleagues and students often describe him as a leader who brings calm authority, strategic planning and a strong sense of mission to every role.

Inspiration for the Next Generation

Beyond his titles and achievements, Dr Javed Musarrat’s influence lies in the thousands of students, researchers and academics who see in him a role model. His career demonstrates that:

  • World-class research can emerge from South Asian institutions
  • Leadership grounded in integrity can transform universities
  • Scientific excellence and community uplift can go hand in hand

From Aligarh to Riyadh, from America to Rajouri and Lucknow, Dr Musarrat’s path shows what is possible when passion and purpose meet opportunity.

Conclusion: A Legacy Still in Motion

Professor Dr Javed Musarrat represents a rare combination of scientific brilliance, global experience, and visionary leadership. His contributions to microbiology, his reforms in higher education, and his commitment to nurturing young minds have left a lasting mark on every institution he has served.

As he continues to lead and inspire, his journey remains a powerful testament to how one individual—armed with knowledge, discipline and humility—can influence both science and society across continents.

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Islamic University of Science and Technology’s English Department Hosts Two-Day Workshop for Darul Uloom Students

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Darul Uloom Students

The Department of English Language and Literature, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) conducted a two-day workshop titled “Bridging Barriers: Connecting Communities through Language and Literature” under its Community Outreach Program.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

According to a statement issued here, the workshop engaged students from Darul Uloom Jamiat-ur-Rashad, Awantipora, through a series of interactive and skill-oriented sessions designed to promote communication skills and strengthen community bonds, in line with the University’s Community Connect initiative.

Welcoming the participants, Head of the Department, Dr. Munejah Khan, introduced the visiting students to the Department’s academic offerings and the advanced facilities of the Language Lab. She underscored the importance of effective communication and the need to build meaningful connections across diverse communities. Day one focused on the foundational skills of language reading, writing, listening, and speaking through practical language activities, a hands-on session on application writing, and a guided tour of the University campus.

Day two explored the power of storytelling and poetry in fostering expression and understanding. Participants took part in literary exercises aimed at enhancing their appreciation of narrative techniques and poetic forms, gaining a deeper insight into the elements and structure of both genres. The workshop was coordinated by Dr. Muddasir Ramzan, Community Connect Coordinator for the Department included sessions by different faculty members of the department.

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BGSBU Faculty–Staff Sports Week Opens with Enthusiasm as SOET Team Wins Inaugural Match

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Sports Week

The Faculty/Staff Sports Week was formally inaugurated today by the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof.Jawaid Iqbal. The event commenced with an exciting inauguration match played between the SOET Teaching team and the BGSBU Non-Teaching team, in which the SOET Teaching team emerged victorious with a score of 5–2.

Following the inaugural match, Table Tennis and Badminton events also began across the designated venues. The Athletics events are scheduled to start tomorrow.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

A remarkable sense of enthusiasm and sportsmanship was witnessed among the participants. More than 100 employees, including many female faculty and staff members, have registered for the Annual Sports Meet, reflecting strong community engagement and spirit.

Those present on the occasion included Er. Rakesh Singh Sambyal, Incharge, Directorate of Physical Education and Sports, BGSBU.

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BGSBU Completes Selection of First NCC Cadet Contingent with Support from 5th NCC Battalion

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NCC Cadet

The rigorous selection process for the first contingent of National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets at Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU) was successfully concluded today. The selection was expertly conducted by a specialized team of Army personnel from the 5th NCC Battalion, Poonch, who are instrumental in establishing the new NCC Wing on campus.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

​Dr. Abdul Hannan Khan and Dr. Pervez Alam, the Chief Proctor, were present to oversee the proceedings and ensure the smooth execution of the process.

​The Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor (HVC) and the Registrar profoundly appreciated the dedicated efforts of all involved in making this selection a success. They specifically extended their sincere thanks to the NCC 5th Battalion, Poonch, for their meticulous planning, professionalism, and collaboration in establishing and supporting the new NCC unit at BGSBU.

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Srinagar Court Jails Man for Allowing Minor to Drive; Calls for ‘No Vehicle for Minors’ Policy in Schools

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Observing it as a violation that posed a serious threat to public safety, a court here Saturday sentenced a man to three years’ imprisonment for allowing his minor son to drive a vehicle.

The Court also called for framing a policy like “No Vehicle for Minors” in educational institutions and urged for special drives against the violators by traffic police.Special Mobile Magistrate Srinagar Shabir Ahmad Malik sentenced the accused Mushtaq Ahmad to three years simple imprisonment and imposed Rs 25,000 as fine on him after convicting him for the commission of offence under Section 199A of Motor Vehicles Act 1988.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

The court also ordered for cancelling the registration of the particular vehicle for a period of twelve months.However, the court granted probation to the violator, saying the offence does not involve moral turpitude and the violator has no prior convictions.

Moreover, the Court directed the convict to execute a bond of Rs 2 lakh for maintaining peace and good behaviour for a period of two years. It further ordered that if the convict violated any condition of the bond during this period, he would undergo the sentence proposed and the bond amount of Rs 2 lakh would stand forfeited to the government.

In its judgment the court placed on record the number of deaths that happened in the last five years (2020 to 2024) due to road accidents in India.

“Approximately 810,913 precious lives are lost due to negligent driving/ bypassing traffic rules in last 5 years 1,38,383 died in 2020; 1,53,972 in 2021; 1,68,491 in 2022; 1,72,890 in 2023 and 1,77,177 in 2024,” the court said.

The court observed that these numbers are alarming and it was high time that people take traffic laws very seriously.

While the court underscored that we as a society must realise that these lives can be saved if traffic rules are followed, it said: “Simple measures — such as wearing a seat belt, a helmet or proper headgear, and keeping mobile phones aside while driving — are not mere formalities but essential habits that protect and save lives”.

The court observed that “this sense of responsibility should come from within us, and not only when a police officer is around to remind us.”

Underage driving is a major contributor to traffic accidents and congestion, posing serious risks to other motorists and pedestrians, the court said.

The Court held that “it is important to realise that Parents, guardians or owners of vehicles are responsible for providing vehicles to their minor children. “It is observed many times these minors are driving vehicles, riding bikes in and around, schools or crowded places, resulting in accidents and loss of lives”.

The court observed that “it is the first and foremost duty of parents not to provide their minor children any vehicle unless they attain majority and have license to drive the vehicle.”

While the court noted that it is the duty of principals and teachers not to allow the minor students to drive the vehicles and impart education regarding these issues, it said: “By allowing minors to drive we are only producing violators and victims and not responsible citizens”.

The court directed that a copy of the judgment it passed be sent to J&K’s Commissioner Secretary School Education with a request to circulate the same in all government and private schools and direct them to educate the students as well as their parents or guardians regarding these issues.

“I would also request the Commissioner Secretary School Education to issue directives to all the schools and frame some policy like “No Vehicle policy for Minors” in education institutes. So as to contribute to this noble cause that may save many lives,” the Special Mobile Magistrate said. The Court also directed IGP Traffic J&K to conduct a special drive against the minors as violators.

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BGSBU Mourns the Demise of Prof. Dost Mohammed, Founder Dean of School of Management Studies

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Prof. Dost Mohammed

Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University expresses profound grief on the sad demise of Prof. Dost Mohammed, Ex-Professor and Founder Dean, School of Management Studies, who passed away today.

The Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. Jawaid Iqbal, has expressed deep sorrow at the passing of Prof. Dost Mohammed, describing him as an exceptional academician, a visionary institution-builder, and a mentor who shaped the academic and administrative foundations of the School of Management Studies at BGSBU. The Vice Chancellor conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for courage and patience in this difficult time.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Prof. Dost Mohammed shall always be remembered for his distinguished academic contributions, his unwavering commitment to teaching and research, and his transformative role in strengthening the University’s academic landscape.

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JKPSC Chairman Confirms JKAS Prelims to Be Held as Scheduled Despite CM’s Plea for Postponement

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The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) will conduct the JKAS (Prelims) examination as per the schedule, Chairman JKPSC clarified on Saturday.

The statement comes hours after the J&K Chief minister Omar Abdullah wrote a letter to Chairman JKPSC requesting him to postpone the forthcoming JKAS exam “by a reasonable duration, in the interest of the students.”Talking to Greater Kashmir, Chairman JKPSC, Arun Kumar Choudhary said they will proceed with the examination.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

“We will conduct the exams as per the schedule,” he told Greater Kashmir.

Earlier, CM Omar Abdullah expressed concern over the travel chaos caused by the ongoing airline issues, “compounded by the uncertainty resulting from Lok Bhavan’s delay in approving age relaxation, a provision granted multiple times in the past.”

In a post on X, Office of J&K CM said Omar Abdullah urged JKPSC to take note of the unprecedented stress on aspirants and consider postponing the exam in the interest of fairness and equal opportunity for all.

However, the Office of J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha responded saying that social media posts with regard to JKPSC exam are “misleading”.

“Lok Bhavan had received the file on 2nd Dec, 2025 which was categorically related to Age Relaxation only,” Office of the J&K LG posted in X.

The post reads that file was returned the “same day”-, December 2 of 2025, with a query whether “it is logistically possible to conduct exam on December 7, by incorporating modifications in eligibility criteria at such a belated stage.”

“Despite lapse of 4 days Lok Bhavan did not receive any response. I fully sympathize with young aspirants. The advertisement notice for the examination was published by the J&K Public Service Commission on 22.08.2025. The exam was notified to be conducted on 07.12.2025 through a notice on 06.11.2025,” the post on X reads.( News Source / Greater Kashmir Srinagar)

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Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) Issues Urgent Advisory After Delhi Blast, Reports Rising Harassment of Kashmiri Students Across India

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Jammu and Kashmir Students Association

In the aftermath of the tragic blast in Delhi, the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has issued an urgent advisory for Kashmiri students across India following increasing reports of profiling, harassment, and sudden eviction from accommodations. The Association expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives in the attack, reiterating that Kashmiris have always rejected terrorism in all its forms and stand firmly with the victims and their families in this moment of national grief.

Association, however, voiced serious concern that several Kashmiri students are being subjected to sweeping suspicion and discriminatory behaviour in the wake of the incident. Students in different states have reported aggressive verification drives, intimidating questioning, disturbances in hostels, and hostile conduct from certain local residents. Some have even been directed to vacate their rented rooms without notice, creating a climate of fear and insecurity among young students far from home.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

National Convenor of Association Nasir Khuehami urged students to remain extremely vigilant during this sensitive period. He advised them to avoid unnecessary movement, public gatherings, travel, or participation in politically charged discussions; both online and offline. Even routine comments or harmless reactions on social media may be misinterpreted in the current volatile situation. Students have been asked to exercise utmost restraint and discretion in all interactions.

Khuehami encouraged students to stay in close contact with their families, keep trusted friends informed of their whereabouts, and report any instance of intimidation or harassment; whether by authorities, landlords, or private individuals. He stressed that many students are feeling anxious and unsafe, and assured that the Association is committed to ensuring they are not left to face such challenges alone.

To provide immediate support, Association has released the following helpline numbers for students in distress; 9149676014, 7006922829, 8825005327, 9906299199, 6006169477, 7028642004, 98584 45900, 9682381865, 7006724372, 9906385143, 8126655697, 7006028306, 7780931010, 7889425033,

He stated that a dedicated 24×7 rapid-response coordination team has been activated to intervene wherever required. The Association is in touch with university administrations, local police stations, and state authorities across the country to ensure Kashmiri students are not unfairly targeted or subjected to collective punishment. He emphasized that unlawful evictions will be immediately taken up with relevant authorities, and urged students to report if they face pressure from landlords or hostel managements.

Association warned that the surge of online misinformation and communal insinuations, particularly targeting Kashmiri youth, has intensified fear among students. “A society that normalizes suspicion towards its own citizens walks a dangerous path. Collective vilification does not strengthen national security; unity, fairness, and justice do.”

National General Secretary of Association Aadil Bhat reiterated that Kashmiris have always upheld democratic values, national integrity, and peaceful coexistence. The identity of Kashmiri students, who contribute significantly to India’s academic, scientific, and professional spaces, must not be criminalized or viewed through a lens of suspicion. The Association stressed that while law-enforcement agencies must be allowed to investigate the Delhi blast freely, innocent Kashmiris must not face fear or unjust treatment because of the actions of a few.

Reiterating its appeal for calm, the Association asked students to avoid confrontations, and focus on their academic responsibilities. If you face any harassment, threats, or intimidation, contact the local police and inform us without delay. Association requested the Government, universities, and local administrations to ensure the safety of Kashmiri students nationwide and reiterated its call for a public reassurance from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to prevent further stigmatization and restore trust.

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Jammu Kashmir Board of School Education (BOSE) Acts Against Private Schools Violating Textbook Guidelines in Jammu & Kashmir

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Joint Secretary BOSE Shahnaz Choudhary

The Jammu Kashmir Board of School Education has initiated firm action against several private schools found violating textbook guidelines by prescribing books from private publishers instead of the Board’s approved curriculum.

Joint Secretary BOSE Shahnaz Choudhary told reporters that the Board had received multiple complaints from parents, prompting district-wide inspections that revealed widespread deviations in some institutions.

Choudhary said BOSE teams have been deployed across all districts to monitor compliance with the prescribed book list. She said that during recent inspections, four private schools were found distributing textbooks from private publications in clear violation of BOSE norms. “These four schools have been identified and we are moving toward ending their affiliation,” she said, adding that eight other schools have already been fined for similar violations.

The Joint Secretary said that government-prescribed BOSE books are economical, lighter for schoolbags and aligned with the academic standards required for students. She said private publication books are not only costlier but often add unnecessary academic and financial burden on parents. “Our books meet every required standard. Education must be student-friendly and not a burden. Schools have already been directed to stop prescribing books from private publications,” she said.

Choudhary as per the news agency Kashmir News Trust (KNT) also revealed that some schools had approached the court seeking permission to continue using private publication books. She said the court, after reviewing the matter, ruled in favour of BOSE, reinforcing the Board’s authority to enforce its textbook policy.

She requested parents to remain vigilant and report any violations. “Parents can register their complaints at our grievance cell. We will take immediate action,” she said. BOSE officials added that inspections will continue in the coming weeks, and more erring institutions may face penalties or de-affiliation based on findings.

The Board reiterated that uniform implementation of BOSE-prescribed books is essential for standardising learning outcomes and ensuring affordability for all families across the education system.

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BGSBU NSS Unit Celebrates 150 Years of Vande Mataram with Theme ‘Unity in Action’

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Vande Mataram

The NSS Unit of Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU) today organised a special programme on the campus to commemorate 150 years of the national pride — Vande Mataram under the theme “Vande Mataram: Unity in Action.”Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

The event began with an address by an NSS team member, who highlighted the historical and cultural significance of the patriotic song Vande Mataram. Later, students, NSS volunteers, and faculty members enthusiastically joined in singing the song, creating an atmosphere filled with national spirit and unity.

Among those who participated were Dr. Javed, Dr. Zaheer, Dr. Dil Pazeer, Dr. Pant, Dr. Shachi, and Mrs. Sharuti Gupta, along with other staff members of the university.

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