International Conference on “Historiography: Modern Trends and New Perspectives” Begins Under the Auspices of Punjab University
Mian Nadeem
Published September 28, 2026 | 07:51 PM
Historiography is not merely the recording of past events but an ongoing scholarly process, said Punjab University Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Muhammad Ali.
LAHORE, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 28th Sep, 2026) A two-day international academic conference titled “Historiography: Modern Trends and New Perspectives” began with an inaugural ceremony at Al-Razi Hall under the auspices of the Department of History and Pakistan Studies at Punjab University.
The conference aims to examine changing trends in historiography in Pakistan and new research and scholarly methodologies.
The inaugural session was attended by:
- Distinguished historians, educationists, researchers, scholars, and students from Pakistan and abroad.
- Punjab University Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Muhammad Ali.
- Professor Sujit Sivasundaram of the Faculty of History at the University of Cambridge, UK.
- Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Punjab University, Professor Dr Mahboob Hussain.
- Dean of Liberal Arts at Beaconhouse National University, Professor Dr Tahir Kamran.
- Professor Emeritus Dr Iftikhar H. Malik of Bath Spa University, UK.
- Conference secretary and Chairperson of the Department of History and Pakistan Studies, Professor Dr Rukhsana Iftikhar, and a large number of faculty members and students.
Professor Dr Muhammad Ali addressed the gathering, emphasizing historiography as an ongoing process involving careful source review, diverse interpretations, and changing intellectual perspectives. He highlighted the importance of historical research, critical thinking, and academic freedom in shaping the national narrative.
Professor Dr Rukhsana Iftikhar delivered the welcome address and formally commenced the two-day academic and research discussions.
Distinguished international speakers Professor Sujit Sivasundaram, Professor Dr Tahir Kamran, and Professor Dr Iftikhar H. Malik addressed the conference, discussing the global context of historiography and modern research methodologies.
After the inaugural session, Professor Dr Mahboob Hussain thanked the participants. An interactive session followed, providing students with a direct engagement opportunity with scholars from abroad and keynote speakers. The conference will continue until 29th September 2026, featuring various thematic sessions and research paper presentations.