Author: Imtiaz Hussain
Experts stress knowledge and skills to tackle growing digital threats By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: The Institute of Computer Science at Shah Abdul Latif University Khairpur recently hosted a seminar titled “Cyber Security: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities,” emphasizing the growing importance of safeguarding digital infrastructure in an increasingly connected world. The event, organised under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Samina Rajper, Director of the ICS, and supported by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Muhammad Yousuf Khushk and Dean Prof. Dr. Noor Ahmed Shaikh, opened with a recitation from the Holy Quran, setting a solemn tone for the proceedings. The keynote address was…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: The Sir Cowasjee Institute of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences in Hyderabad recently hosted a one-day seminar titled “Bridging the Minds and Cultures: Introducing the Intersections of Anthropology and Psychiatry to Prioritize Mental Healthcare in Sindh,” highlighting the growing importance of cultural understanding in mental health practice. Held at the Dr. Hyder Ali G. Kazi Auditorium on October 18, 2025, the event brought together doctors, pharmacists, nurses, paramedical staff, students, and institute personnel to explore how anthropology and psychiatry can collaboratively enhance mental healthcare delivery. On the invitation of Dr. Nisar Ahmed Sohoo, Medical Superintendent of the…
By Imtiaz Hussain NAWABSHAH: A worrying surge in HIV infections among children has been reported in Sindh’s Nawabshah district, with health authorities confirming that more than 100 new cases have emerged since July. The outbreak has alarmed local communities and placed intense scrutiny on the provincial health system. Preliminary investigations by the provincial health department have pointed to a catastrophic breakdown in basic medical safeguards. Officials cited an environment dominated by illicit blood banks, unqualified medical practitioners operating unchecked, and the widespread use of unscreened blood transfusions. This combination of factors created a perilous situation, allowing the virus to spread…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Dr. Qadir Magsi, Chairman of the Sindh Taraqi Pasand Party (STP), has strongly criticised the provincial government, saying corruption, looting, and administrative inefficiency have reached unprecedented levels, making daily life increasingly difficult for ordinary citizens. Addressing the media in Sukkur, Dr. Magsi said government institutions have become hubs of bribery, nepotism, and favoritism, where citizens must rely on personal connections or payments to access their legitimate rights. He argued that a small, elite class is monopolising Sindh’s resources, enjoying wealth and comfort at the expense of the wider population, which faces hunger, unemployment, and social unrest.…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has approved the construction of mini fish harbors at Keti Bandar and Shah Bandar, marking a major step toward revitalizing the coastal economy of Thatta and Sujawal. The Rs1.35 billion project, to be completed in three years, aims to empower small-scale fishermen, promote sustainable livelihoods, and reduce pressure on the Karachi Fish Harbor. Supported through provincial and international funding, it will decentralize fish exports and strengthen Sindh’s maritime economy. The decision was made at a meeting at the Chief Minister’s House, attended by Fisheries Minister Muhammad Ali Malkani and Secretary…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Mayor Sukkur and Sindh government spokesperson Barrister Arslan Islam Sheikh paid tribute to the martyrs of the Karsaz tragedy, saying that 18 October would forever stand as a symbol of sacrifice, courage, and democratic resilience. He said the party workers who lost their lives in the 2007 bombing at Karsaz kept alive the people’s right to rule with their blood, adding that their sacrifice remained a golden chapter in Pakistan’s democratic history. Barrister Sheikh said the Pakistan Peoples Party’s history was marked by struggle, sacrifice, and service to the nation. He described the late Benazir Bhutto…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Divisional Commissioner Sukkur, Abid Saleem Qureshi, paid an unannounced visit to Civil Hospital Sukkur to assess the quality of medical services and address operational challenges. He was joined by Principal of GMMC Teaching Hospital Sukkur, Dr Saleh Muhammad Channa, Additional MS Dr Altaf Awan, and other senior health officials. During the inspection, Commissioner Qureshi toured multiple departments, engaging directly with patients to understand their concerns and urging hospital management to improve service delivery. He also met with house job doctors who were protesting over delayed monthly stipends, assuring them that the matter would be resolved within…
Sindh Health Minister Dr Azra Pechuho ordered strict action against illegal labs and unlicensed blood banks amid Nawabshah AIDS outbreak. By Imtiaz Hussain SHAHEED BENAZIRABAD: Provincial Health Minister Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho voiced serious concern over the recent outbreak of AIDS in Nawabshah, criticising authorities for failing to take effective action against illegal laboratories and unlicensed blood banks. She chaired a high-level meeting on health issues at the Darbar Hall of the DC Office, emphasising the need for immediate intervention to protect public health. During the session, Dr Pechuho sharply criticised the Sindh Health Care Commission and Health Department officials…
By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: The Medicine Department of Medical Unit-11 at KMC Khairpur continued its regular academic activities on Thursday, providing valuable learning opportunities for postgraduate residents while simultaneously benefiting both admitted and outpatient patients. The session focused on a case of liver cancer, specifically Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC), which was assigned to Dr. Asma Pervez, a postgraduate resident, for demonstration. Over the course of a 30-minute session, Dr. Pervez conducted a thorough patient history and detailed physical examination, following the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP) protocol. Her performance was closely observed and evaluated by Dr. Abdul Hayee Phulpoto,…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Mangroves have long been recognized as a key species for climate resilience and a natural shield protecting coastlines from the sea. They serve as a buffer against rising sea levels, storms, and erosion, while providing vital habitats for marine life and supporting local communities. Khan Muhammad Jamali, Range Officer at the Forest Department in Ketty Bandar, explained that mangroves reduce the impact of waves and storms, protecting coastal communities and infrastructure. He added that mangroves are highly efficient at storing carbon, making them essential for climate change mitigation. “They provide habitat for a wide range of…