https://arjicc.com/index.php/arjicc/issue/feed Al Khadim Research Journal of Islamic Culture and Civilization 2026-06-30T00:00:00+00:00 Dr. Naseem Akhter editor.akrjicc@gmail.com Open Journal Systems <ul> <li><strong>Journal Name</strong>:<a class="is_text" href="http://arjicc.com/index.php/arjicc/index">Al Khadim Research Journal of Islamic Culture and Civilization</a></li> <li>Quarterly Al Khadim Research journal of Islamic Culture and Civilization</li> <li><strong>ISSN (Print)</strong> : 2710-0227</li> <li><strong>ISSN (Electronic)</strong>: 2710-0235</li> <li>HEC Ranking Y</li> <li><strong>Frequency</strong>: Quarterly (4 issues per year)</li> <li><strong>Nature</strong>: Print and Online</li> <li><strong>Submission</strong>: <a href="mailto:editor.akrjicc@gmail.com">editor.akrjicc@gmail.com</a></li> <li><strong>Languages of Publication:</strong> English, Arabic, Urdu</li> <li><strong>Published by:</strong> Nerun Research Institute, Matiari, Sindh, Pakistan</li> </ul> <p>The Objective of Journal is to provide the reliable source of information on current developments in the field, to publish quality research articles and making them available to researchers worldwide. The journal will be essential reading for researchers for the latest developments in the field. It actively endeavors to participate in the development of new scholarly approaches and problematics. In addition to original research articles in Arabic, Urdu and English.</p> <p>Therefore, the publication in recognized journal during three years prior to the date of recognition of the journal will also be accepted as publication </p> <p>AL KHADIM Research Journal of Islamic Culture&amp;Civilization(arjicc), published by the Al-Khadim Foundation which is a registered organization under the Societies Registration Act.XXI of 1860 of Pakistan and its place of publication is Matiari Sindh, Pakistan.</p> https://arjicc.com/index.php/arjicc/article/view/517 The Need for Righteous Companionship and Characteristics of Righteous Persons: An Applied Study of Quranic Teachings 2026-05-25T12:16:08+00:00 Dr. Naseem Mahmood Dr. Naseem Mahmood drnasimskt@gmail.com Dr. Muhammad Sarwar Dr. Muhammad Sarwar sarwarsiddique@uvas.edu.pk <p>Islam is a universal religion and the Holy Qur’an is its primary source, offering guidance for all humanity until the Day of Judgment. Human beings are naturally social, and their interactions significantly influence their moral and spiritual development. This research article examines the importance of righteous companionship in shaping individual character and safeguarding faith. Drawing upon Qur’anic verses and Prophetic traditions, it highlights how association with virtuous individuals’ nurtures piety, moral discipline, and spiritual growth, while evil company leads to moral destruction and deviation. The study further explores the defining characteristics of the righteous persons, including faith and piety, refined upbringing, good conduct, mutual assistance, forgiveness, sincerity, loyalty, and continuous supplication for others. It argues that adopting the company of the pious persons not only benefits individuals in worldly life but also plays an important role in success in the Hereafter. In the context of modern societal challenges, particularly among youth, the paper emphasizes the urgent need to revive spiritually uplifting environments and promote righteous associations to counter negative influences and ensure moral reform.</p> 2026-05-03T00:00:00+00:00 Copyright (c) 2026 Al Khadim Research Journal of Islamic Culture and Civilization https://arjicc.com/index.php/arjicc/article/view/521 Growth of Journal Publishing in Pakistan: An Analysis of HEC recognized Journals 2026-06-11T06:53:58+00:00 Sajid Mahboob Sajid Mahboob sajidmahboob222@gmail.com Dr. Ahsan Ullah Dr. Ahsan Ullah ahsanullah_libr@yahoo.com Dr. Iqbal Hussain Asad Dr. Iqbal Hussain Asad iqbalhussainasad@gmail.com <p>One of the most important pillars in the publication of knowledge in the world has been thought to be academic journals publication. The scholarly journals provide channel through which researchers present their findings of research, and formulate theoretical points of view. The current research aims to explore the evolution and progress made in journal publishing in Pakistani higher education with a focus on HEC-recognized journals. Quantitative research approach was applied. Through the use of descriptive and exploratory research design, the research utilizes secondary sources of data. Analysis of journal publishing data given on the HEC website was conducted to examine growth. The findings indicate that the university-based journals continue to dominate numerically, the proportion of university-based journals dropped to 52%, as opposed to 81%, signifying a slow decline in the strength of university-based journals. The share of private or commercial publishers increased from 4% in 2020-21 to 38% in 2024-25. The share of accredited journals of government sector universities was 83% in 2020-21 but this decreased to 66% in 2024-25. to. The performance of private sector universities was good during the four years with percentage increased from 17% to 34%. The thesis concludes that the HEC policies have been very important for the development of journal publication activities within the country. The current research provides guidelines to the HEC for improving the growth of journal publishing to attain global recognition.</p> 2026-06-11T00:00:00+00:00 Copyright (c) 2026 Al Khadim Research Journal of Islamic Culture and Civilization