the Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Department of Music, University of Chittagong, and Darul Irfan Research Institute Date: 10 August 2026 Venue: Office of the Chairperso
the Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Department of Music, University of Chittagong, and Darul Irfan Research Institute Date: 10 August 2026 Venue: Office of the Chairperson, Department of Music, University of Chittagong On 10 August 2026, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Department of Music, University of Chittagong, and the Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI) in a formal academic setting at the office of the Chairperson of the Department of Music, University of Chittagong. The MoU was concluded with the objective of establishing an institutional framework for collaborative research on the collection, preservation, documentation, scholarly study, and musical notation of Maizbhandari Sufi songs. The initiative seeks to contribute to the systematic academic documentation and preservation of this important musical tradition and to facilitate further research into its historical, cultural, musical, and philosophical dimensions. The collaboration represents a significant step toward strengthening academic engagement in the field of traditional and devotional music. Through this project, the participating institutions intend to undertake systematic efforts to identify and collect Maizbhandari Sufi songs, preserve relevant archival materials, document oral and musical traditions, conduct scholarly research, and prepare standardized musical notations for future academic and cultural use. The signing ceremony was attended by Miskatul Momtaz, Chairperson of the Department of Music, along with faculty members Shomenjit Chakraborty, A.K.M. Koushik Ahmed, Monika Biswas, Farhana Rahman Kantha, and Anabil Ehsan. Representing the Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI) were its Managing Trustee and Chairman, Shajada Syed Irfanul Haque; Honorary Fellow, Professor Dr. Md. Sheikh Sadi; and Syedul Hoque Khan, Syed Erham Hossain, Syed Manawar Hossain, Mejbaul Alam Bhuyian, Mohiuddin Enayet, and Mohammad Sohel Chowdhury. The participants expressed their shared commitment to advancing the project through academic cooperation, methodological rigor, and collaborative research. Particular emphasis was placed on ensuring that the collection and preservation of Maizbhandari musical heritage are undertaken in a systematic and scholarly manner, while maintaining the authenticity and contextual integrity of the materials. The proposed collaboration is expected to create opportunities for interdisciplinary research, archival development, musicological analysis, preservation of intangible cultural heritage, and the production of scholarly resources for researchers, students, musicians, and the wider academic community. The signing of the MoU therefore marks an important milestone in institutional cooperation between the Department of Music, University of Chittagong, and the Darul Irfan Research Institute. It reflects a shared vision of preserving and studying Maizbhandari musical heritage through rigorous academic research and of contributing to the broader documentation and preservation of Bangladesh's rich intangible cultural heritage.
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Meeting on the Implementation of the Ethics Olympiad and Academic Research A delegation from the Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI) , led by its Managing Trustee and Chairman, Shajada Syed Irfan
Meeting on the Implementation of the Ethics Olympiad and Academic Research A delegation from the Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI) , led by its Managing Trustee and Chairman, Shajada Syed Irfanul Hoque, and Member Secretary Dr. Kazi Md. Siful Aapea, along with Syed Erham Hossain, Mejbaul Alam Bhuiyan, Mohiuddin Enayet, and Muhammad Sohel Chowdhury, paid a courtesy visit to Prof. Dr. Md. Nurul Islam, Vice-Chancellor of Dhaka Central University. The meeting focused on the prospects of implementing the Ethics Olympiad at Dhaka Central University and across the seven affiliated colleges in Dhaka. The participants engaged in a constructive academic discussion on promoting ethical reasoning, moral awareness, critical thinking, and values-based education among university and college students. The meeting also explored opportunities for academic research and institutional collaboration between Dhaka Central University, the seven colleges, and the Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI). Particular emphasis was placed on developing research initiatives that could contribute to Sufism, ethical education, character development, interdisciplinary scholarship, and the advancement of a responsible and values-oriented academic community. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to exploring collaborative avenues for organizing the Ethics Olympiad and undertaking meaningful academic research, with the broader objective of strengthening ethical consciousness and scholarly excellence among the students and academic community of Dhaka Central University and the seven affiliated colleges.
At the invitation of Professor Dr. Naji ibn Rashid Al-Arabi, a distinguished faculty member of the University of Bahrain, Syed Irfanul Haque Maizbhandari, Managing Trustee and Chairman of the Darul
At the invitation of Professor Dr. Naji ibn Rashid Al-Arabi, a distinguished faculty member of the University of Bahrain, Syed Irfanul Haque Maizbhandari, Managing Trustee and Chairman of the Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI), held a cordial academic meeting to discuss the study and future development of Sufism in both Eastern and Western academic contexts. The discussion focused on contemporary research on Sufism, its intellectual and spiritual relevance, and the growing importance of scholarly engagement with Islamic mystical traditions. Particular attention was given to promoting research on the Usul-e-Sab'ah (Seven Principles) of the Maizbhandari Tariqa and exploring effective academic approaches for introducing its philosophical foundations to a global audience. Professor Dr. Naji ibn Rashid Al-Arabi, expressed his interest in supporting future research initiatives and academic collaboration aimed at advancing the study of the Maizbhandari tradition and contributing to a broader understanding of its intellectual heritage and humanitarian values.
Academic Meeting with the Chief Justice of the Kingdom of Bahrain Syed Irfanul Haque Maizbhandari had the honor of meeting with the Honorable Chief Justice of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The meeting pr
Academic Meeting with the Chief Justice of the Kingdom of Bahrain Syed Irfanul Haque Maizbhandari had the honor of meeting with the Honorable Chief Justice of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The meeting provided an opportunity for a meaningful exchange of views on Sufism, contemporary academic research, and related scholarly issues. The discussion highlighted the significance of promoting interdisciplinary research and fostering intellectual engagement on the spiritual, ethical, and academic dimensions of Sufi thought. Both parties emphasized the importance of strengthening scholarly collaboration and advancing research initiatives that contribute to a deeper understanding of Islamic intellectual heritage and its relevance in the contemporary world.
WORLD2026 International E Conference on Eemerging Trend of Education, Management and Social Sciences on February 15, 2026. International E-Conference on Emerging Trends in Education, Management, an
WORLD2026 International E Conference on Eemerging Trend of Education, Management and Social Sciences on February 15, 2026. International E-Conference on Emerging Trends in Education, Management, and Social Sciences (WORLD2026) At the International E-Conference on Emerging Trends in Education, Management, and Social Sciences (WORLD2026), held on 15 February 2026, Shajada Syed Irfanul Hoque, Managing Trustee and Chairman of the Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI), participated as a Special Speaker, delivering insights on contemporary issues and emerging developments in the fields of education, management, and the social sciences.
National Conference on "Perfected Humanity in the Philosophy of Syed Ahmad Ullah Maizbhandari".
First PhD Seminar on 'Exploring Vertical and Horizontal Integration of Spirituality in Maizbhandari Tariqa through Wilbearg's Integral Theory Framework' Date : 18 April 2025 PhD Research Title : 'M
First PhD Seminar on 'Exploring Vertical and Horizontal Integration of Spirituality in Maizbhandari Tariqa through Wilbearg's Integral Theory Framework' Date : 18 April 2025 PhD Research Title : 'Maizbhandari Tariqa and Social Cohestion: Exploring the Pathways and Prectices of Interfaith Harmony' PhD Researcher: Mejabul Aalm Bhuiyan, Assistant Professor, Department of Management, Nanupur Laila Kabir College, Fatikchari, Chattogram
The Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI) has been consistently promoting scholarly research on Sufism through the Syed Delawar Hossain Maizbhandari Memorial Scholarship and the Syed Emdadul Hoque
The Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI) has been consistently promoting scholarly research on Sufism through the Syed Delawar Hossain Maizbhandari Memorial Scholarship and the Syed Emdadul Hoque Maizbhandari Research (Mphil, PhD) Fellowship. As part of this continuing initiative, a scholarship award ceremony was held on 11 November 2025 at the T.A. Ganguly Hall of the Department of World Religions and Culture, University of Dhaka. Under the Syed Emdadul Hoque Maizbhandari Research (Mphil, PhD) Fellowship, scholarships were awarded to one M.Phil. researcher and two Ph.D. researchers. In addition, under the Syed Delawar Hossain Maizbhandari Memorial Scholarship, two Research Monograph Grants were awarded, while ten meritorious students received educational scholarships. The ceremony was graced by Professor Dr. Mamun Ahmed, Hon'ble Pro-Vice Chancellor (Education), University of Dhaka, as the Chief Guest. The Special Guests included Professor Dr. Mohammad Siddiqur Rahman Khan, Dean of the Faculty of Arts, University of Dhaka; Professor Dr. Kazi Nurul Islam, Founding Chairman and Honorary Professor of the Department of World Religions and Culture; Professor Dr. Shah Kawsar Mostafa Abul Ulaiya, Professor, Department of Philosophy, University of Dhaka, Dr. Md. Azharul Islam, Associate Professor & Chairman, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, University of Dhaka; and Shajada Syed Irfanul Haque, Managing Trustee and Chairman of the Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI). , The programme was chaired by Professor Dr. Abu Sayeem, Chairman of the Department of World Religions and Culture, University of Dhaka. Also attendance were Professor Dr. Fazrin Huda, Professor Dr. Mohammad Elius, Associate Professor Dr. Md. Abdullah Al Mahmud, Associate Professor Dr. Shafi Md. Mostofa, Assistant Professor Md. Didarul Islam, Lecturer Debashis Das of the department of World Religions and Culture, University of Dhaka.
6th International Conference on 'Sufism and World Religions, ICSWR2025'. Date : 19-20 February 2025. Venue : Visva-Bharati (A central University), Shantiniketan, West Bengal, India Jointly organize
6th International Conference on 'Sufism and World Religions, ICSWR2025'. Date : 19-20 February 2025. Venue : Visva-Bharati (A central University), Shantiniketan, West Bengal, India Jointly organized by the department of Anthropology, Visva-Bharati University, Shantiniketan, India, the department of World Religions and Culture, University of Dhaka and the Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI), Chattogram, Bangladesh.
7th International Conference on 'Sufi Philosophy and Cultural Practices for Perfected Humanity SPCPPH2025' on 27-28 April 2025, jointly organized by the department of Theatre and Performance Studie
7th International Conference on 'Sufi Philosophy and Cultural Practices for Perfected Humanity SPCPPH2025' on 27-28 April 2025, jointly organized by the department of Theatre and Performance Studies and the Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI)
'Pakider Bidhan Shova' is a spiritual and allegorical drama adapted from the classical Sufi poetic masterpiece Mantiq al-Tayr (The Conference of the Birds) by Farid al-Din Attar. The drama employs
'Pakider Bidhan Shova' is a spiritual and allegorical drama adapted from the classical Sufi poetic masterpiece Mantiq al-Tayr (The Conference of the Birds) by Farid al-Din Attar. The drama employs the symbolic journey of the birds as a profound metaphor for humanity's quest for self-knowledge, spiritual enlightenment, and ultimate liberation through the realization of the Divine.
An agreement signing ceremony for an academic collaboration was successfully held between the Department of Psychology at the University of Chittagong and Darun Irfan Research Institute (DIRI). Thi
An agreement signing ceremony for an academic collaboration was successfully held between the Department of Psychology at the University of Chittagong and Darun Irfan Research Institute (DIRI). This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aims to foster joint research initiatives, academic exchange, and collaborative development in the field of psychological studies.
The Department of Geography and Environmental Studies, University of Chittagong, and the Darul Irfan Research Institute (DIRI) jointly organized a Graduate Symposium.
The DIRI team, comprising Managing Trustee and Chairman Shahjada Syed Irfanul Hoque, Secretary General Dr. Kazi Md. Siful Aspea, and PRC Coordinator Mohammad Sohel Chowdhury, visited Malaysia for a
The DIRI team, comprising Managing Trustee and Chairman Shahjada Syed Irfanul Hoque, Secretary General Dr. Kazi Md. Siful Aspea, and PRC Coordinator Mohammad Sohel Chowdhury, visited Malaysia for academic discussions aimed at strengthening research collaboration.
