Author: Imtiaz Hussain

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Begum Nusrat Bhutto Women University (BNBWU) Sukkur, under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Tehmina Nangraj, participated in the 7th CPA Asia Regional Conference and the 2nd Joint CPA Asia & South-East Asia Regional Conference 2026, held at the Sindh Provincial Assembly in Karachi from 3 to 7 February. The University’s presence was facilitated through the invitation of the Sindh Assembly Speaker, Syed Awais Qadir Shah. BNBWU set up a dedicated exhibition stall highlighting its academic, research, and innovation initiatives. A key feature was an AI-enabled drone system for precision pesticide spraying in date palm…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Acting on strict directives from Deputy Commissioner Khairpur, a large-scale anti-encroachment operation was successfully conducted in the Panjahti area of Khairpur city on Monday. Under the supervision of Assistant Commissioner Arslan Hyder Phulpoto, illegal encroachments along main roads and public thoroughfares were removed to improve traffic flow and facilitate citizens’ movement. The operation targeted unauthorized structures, carts, stalls, and extended portions of shops on Panjahti Road and surrounding areas. Authorities also marked clear boundaries (red lines) to prevent future encroachments and issued strict instructions to shopkeepers to adhere to designated limits. The crackdown followed repeated complaints…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: Danish Khoso, a resident of Khoso village, has brought pride to his family and community by successfully clearing the Assistant Director Local Government exam. Danish’s remarkable achievement is credited to his mother, Kulsoom Khoso, a devoted educator who worked tirelessly to ensure her children’s education despite facing harsh conditions. Her relentless guidance, encouragement, and sacrifices instilled in Danish the values of hard work, perseverance, and determination. Community members, teachers, and family have celebrated Danish’s success, viewing him as an inspiration for the younger generation. His accomplishment stands as a testament to the power of parental support,…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: The Faculty of Engineering & Technology at Sukkur IBA University successfully convened its Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) meeting at the Admin Block, chaired by Dr. Saeed Ahmed Khan Abro, Dean of the Faculty. The session brought together academic leadership and esteemed industry professionals through an online platform. During the meeting, the Board reviewed proposed updates to the curricula of the Bachelor of Engineering programs in Electrical Engineering (Electronics and Power) and Computer Systems Engineering, aiming to better align academic content with current industry requirements, emerging technologies, and the skills needed for the future workforce. A focused…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Kashmir Solidarity Day on February 5 was marked with fervor and determination across Sindh, with rallies organized by educational institutions, universities, and the district administration to express solidarity with the oppressed people of Kashmir. At Khairpur Medical College, a rally from the college to the Press Club Khairpur condemned Indian atrocities and highlighted Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kashmiri people. Led by College Principal Professor Dr. Javed Ahmed Phulpoto, Vice Principal Dr. Mukhtiar Ahmed Lakho, Chief Administrator Dr. Farrukh Bhanbhro, Administrator Dr. Tariq Soomro, and Din Muhammad Lashari, the event saw large participation from students and…

The engagement enabled high-level talks between Sindh and the World Bank, focusing on development priorities and forging long-term strategic collaboration By Imtiaz Hussain LARKANA: World Bank Group President Ajay Banga visited Mohenjo-daro in Larkano, Sindh, on Thursday, accompanied by Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah. The visit began in Bahawal Jatt village, Taluka Dokri, where residents extended a warm welcome to Banga, reflecting the local community’s enthusiasm at hosting an international dignitary. The engagement provided an opportunity for high-level discussions on development priorities and long-term strategic collaboration between Sindh and the World Bank. During the visit, Chief Minister Shah…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan constituted a national strategic task force to review and reform doctoral education, with Professor Dr Yousuf Khushk, vice-chancellor of Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur, nominated as a member. According to an HEC notification issued on 26 January 2026, the task force was formed under the convenership of the academician Dr Sohail H Naqvi, a member of the commission. It also includes senior higher education leaders such as Dr S M Tariq Rafi, chairman of the Sindh Higher Education Commission, and Dr Iqrar Ahmed Khan, chairman of the Punjab Higher Education…

By Imtiaz Hussain KASHMORE: Sindh Home Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar said 26 wanted bandits had surrendered to police and the law in Kashmore under the provincial government’s surrender policy, calling it a major success in strengthening the state’s writ in riverine areas. In a statement issued on Saturday, the minister said 12 bandits had also surrendered in Sukkur a day earlier, showing growing pressure and fear among criminal elements as a result of the ongoing mega operation. He said police, Rangers and other law enforcement agencies were continuing joint action with full force until complete restoration of law and order…

By Imtiaz Hussain KARACHI: The Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA) and Pakistan Muslim League Functional (PML-F) announced on Monday that they will hold peaceful protests across Sindh on February 8 against what they described as “fraudulent and rigged elections” that violated the public mandate. In a statement, GDA information secretary and PML-F Sindh secretary-general Sardar Abdul Rahim said the protests would take place in front of all district press clubs under the direction of the spiritual leader of the Hur community, Pir Sahib Pagara. He said Pir Pagara had stressed the importance of strengthening the armed forces and securing the country’s…

By Imtiaz Hussain SHAHEED BENAZIRABAD: The National Polio Eradication Campaign in Shaheed Benazirabad District is set to begin tomorrow, February 2, and will continue until February 8, officials said on Monday. The District Administration and Health Department have finalized all arrangements for the campaign, which aims to vaccinate more than 426,000 children under the age of five. A total of 1,314 teams—including mobile, transit, and fixed units—have been deployed across the district to ensure full coverage. Commissioner Shahmir Khan Bhutto and Deputy Commissioner Abdul Samad Nizamani urged parents to cooperate with vaccination teams and ensure their children receive polio drops,…