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Hans India
7 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
PRSI & NMDC celebrate World Public Relations Day
Hyderabad Chapter of the Public Relations Society of India (PRSI), in collaboration with National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC), celebrated World Public Relations Day today i.e., 16th July, 2025 with great enthusiasm and professional fervour on Wednesday evening at the Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI), Red Hills, Hyderabad. The event commemorated the legacy of Ivy Ledbetter Lee, regarded as the father of modern public relations and focused on the evolving role of Public Relations in diplomacy, governance, corporate communication and media. Delivering the keynote address, Lion Dr. Kiran Kumar, Honorary Consul of Bulgaria in Hyderabad for the State of Telangana, emphasized the critical role of public relations in nurturing trust and brand image in the society. "Public Relations is not just a communication tool, but a bridge that connects people, cultures, and countries," he remarked requesting PR professionals to take Initiative to spread positivity. He said that he had learnt a lot from PRSI to reach out people in his business development. He declared Rs 1 lakh for the PRSI corpus fund. Dr. S. Ramu, senior Journalist and Journalism educator, who presided over the programme, reflected on the significance of World Public Relations Day, highlighting the need of ethics, truth and transparency in PR practice in the highly polarized world. Dr. K. Yadagiri, Chairman of PRSI Hyderabad Chapter, spoke about PRSI's nationwide footprint and its professional development initiatives aimed at enriching PR knowledge and capabilities across sectors. Smt. Aparna Rajhans, Secretary of PRSI Hyderabad Chapter, appreciated the support extended by NMDC in co-hosting professional development programms, underlining the importance of such partnerships in elevating public relations as a strategic discipline. The celebration saw the presence of several distinguished PR practitioners, Office Bearers, Executive Committee Members National Council Representatives, Patrons and Advisors of the Chapter as well as PR & Journalism faculty and students from leading institutions. In a heartfelt felicitation, the Chapter honoured Dr. S. Ramu for his dedicated service and leadership as Chairman during the previous term. His contributions to building strong institutional partnerships and mentoring young professionals were warmly acknowledged by the fraternity.
The Sun
16-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Bipartisan select committees reduce tension among MPs says Johari
PETALING JAYA: The formation of 10 Dewan Rakyat Special Select Committees (JKPK) two years ago has played a key role in easing political tensions among Members of Parliament, according to Speaker Tan Sri Dr Johari Abdul. He noted that the inclusion of both government and opposition MPs in these committees promotes collective decision-making. Johari explained that the bipartisan structure ensures decisions are not one-sided. 'When you are a member of a select committee, whatever decision you make is not a decision of the opposition or the government. It's together,' he said. He likened the process to breaking down barriers, stating, 'If there is a wall dividing us, we break it down. And if we can't, we lower it so we can still reach across.' The Speaker made these remarks during a press conference after launching the World Public Relations Day (WPRD) 2025 programme at SEGi University. The 10 JKPKs cover various sectors, including Finance and Economy, Health, Domestic Trade, Infrastructure, and Human Rights. Johari added that his office has supported seminars organised by these committees, addressing topics like hybrid cattle breeding and groundwater management, with future discussions planned on public housing. - Bernama
The Sun
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Communication practitioners vital for humanising challenges says Fahmi
PETALING JAYA: Communication practitioners play a crucial role in humanising complex challenges within today's fast-evolving communication landscape, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Speaking in a recorded address for World Public Relations Day (WPRD) 2025, he emphasised the need for communicators to engage audiences without deepening divisions. 'Polarisation isn't always negative. It reflects a vibrant, diverse society, but when left unchecked, it can fragment communities. That's where we, as communicators, come in to mediate, contextualise and above all, humanise,' he said. The event, held at SEGi University, was attended by Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul, PRactitioners Malaysia chairman Datuk P. Kamalanathan, and SEGi University managing director Stella Lau. Fahmi also praised efforts to nurture young communicators with strong ethical foundations and strategic foresight. 'To everyone turning tension into dialogue, and differences into understanding, I salute you. Societies like PRactitioners Malaysia are playing a crucial role in this journey,' he added. Johari Abdul, who officiated the event, urged PR professionals to prioritise truth over trends and foster people-centred communication. He called for collaboration with Parliament to cultivate a well-informed generation of future leaders. 'I ask for your support in positioning Parliament as a living institution of the people,' he said. Kamalanathan highlighted the event's significance as both a celebration and a commitment to student involvement in the industry. 'As we mark our first anniversary, this celebration is more than a reflection of how far we've come - it's a reaffirmation of our promise to grow alongside the future of this profession,' he said. Over 350 students, professionals, and industry leaders attended WPRD 2025, which featured knowledge-sharing sessions and discussions on empowering the next generation of communicators. - Bernama
Barnama
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
ஜேகேபிகே-ஐ அமைப்பது நாடாளுமன்ற உறுப்பினர்களிடையே பதட்டங்களைக் குறைக்கும்
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul (eighth, left) poses for a group photo at the World Public Relations Day (WPRD) 2025 Celebration at SEGi University, Kota Damansara today.
Barnama
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Bipartisan Select Committees Help Ease Tension Among MPs
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul (eighth, left) poses for a group photo at the World Public Relations Day (WPRD) 2025 Celebration at SEGi University, Kota Damansara today. PETALING JAYA, July 16 (Bernama) -- The establishment of 10 Dewan Rakyat Special Select Committees (JKPK) about two years ago is seen as helping to ease tensions among Members of Parliament, said Speaker Tan Sri Dr Johari Abdul. He said this is because each of the select committees must include MPs from both sides of the aisle – government and opposition. 'Now I've set up 10 JKPKs with members from both sides. When you are a member of a select committee, whatever decision you make in that committee is not a decision of the opposition or the government. It's together (a collective decision). 'At the very least, this helps reduce tension. If there is a wall dividing us, we break it down. And if we can't, we lower it so we can still reach across,' he said. He was speaking at a press conference after opening the World Public Relations Day (WPRD) 2025 programme at SEGi University here today. The existing JKPKs include the Finance and Economy Committee; Health Committee; Domestic Trade, Entrepreneurship, Cost of Living and Agriculture Committee; Infrastructure, Transport and Communications Committee; and the Nation-Building, Education and Human Resource Development Committee. Others are the Women, Children and Community Development Committee; Environment, Science and Plantation Committee; Security Committee; International Relations and International Trade Committee; and Human Rights, Elections and Institutional Reform Committee. Johari said his office has also funded several seminars organised by the select committees in collaboration with local communities. These include topics such as the 'hybrid sado cattle' and groundwater, with an upcoming seminar to focus on public housing issues.
