Author: Imtiaz Hussain
By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: Higher Education Commission (HEC) chairman Prof Dr Niaz Ahmed Akhtar, during a visit to Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University of Technology Khairpur, said the commission had resolved a key issue concerning engineering technologists (BTech/BS Technology) in Pakistan, now registered by the National Technology Council (NTC) in line with the Sydney Accord. The HEC chairman added that graduates from technical universities are registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in accordance with the Washington Accord. He visited Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University of Technology and Skill Development, Khairpur, where he was warmly received by Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Rasool…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: The 10th meeting of the Syndicate of the Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University of Technology and Skill Development (BBS-UTECH), Khairpur, was held on Friday at the Vice Chancellor’s Secretariat. The meeting began with the recitation of the Holy Quran by Dr Aftab Ahmed Soomro, followed by the introduction of participants. In his opening remarks, the Vice Chancellor welcomed all members of the Syndicate and expressed gratitude for their participation. He also thanked several distinguished guests, including Madam Tanzela Ume Habiba, MPA, Syed Asad Ali Shah, Dr Noman Abid, nominee of the Sindh Higher Education Commission, Dr Muneer…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: A tribal jirga held at the Circuit House in Sukkur on Saturday concluded a rare and sweeping attempt to close a four-decade-old cycle of violence between seven tribes, formally resolving dozens of murder cases and imposing collective fines running into hundreds of millions of rupees. The gathering, chaired by Sardar Ali Gohar Khan Mahar and attended by senior tribal elders and political figures, brought together representatives of the Shar, Kosh, Tarat, Selra, Machhi, Bhutta and Dhondho communities. Over five days of discussions, elders reviewed testimonies, cross-checked claims and examined long-standing accusations linked to violence that had…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: A clinical academic session held at a Khairpur Teaching Hospital highlighted the importance of careful bedside examination and clinical reasoning, as house officers engaged in a routine weekly exercise where theory meets patient care. The lecture hall remained quiet except for the movement of white coats and the sound of stethoscopes as Dr Saeed Ahmad stepped forward during the session. He examined the posterior chest of a patient admitted with unexplained breathlessness, working methodically with observation, palpation and percussion. During the examination, he noted reduced chest movement on the left side and a stony dull percussion…
By Imtiaz Hussain NAWABSHAH: A comprehensive strategy had been devised to ensure the peaceful, transparent and fair conduct of the Intermediate examinations 2026 across Shaheed Benazirabad Division, where authorities announced strict action against cheating and malpractice during a media briefing. The briefing was held at the Commissioner Office committee room and addressed by Commissioner Shaheed Benazirabad Division Shahmeer Khan Bhutto, DIG Police Faisal Bashir Memon, and Chairman of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Shaheed Benazirabad, Dr Asif Ali Memon, ahead of the annual examinations for classes 11 and 12 starting from 21 April. Commissioner Shahmeer Khan Bhutto said…
By Imtiaz Hussain LARKANA: The Sindh Human Rights Commission said it had taken suo motu notice of the killing of a mother and daughter in Larkana and directed the Senior Superintendent of Police of the district to submit a detailed report. The commission expressed deep anguish and unequivocal condemnation over the killing of Shahida Jatoi and her minor daughter, Naghma Jatoi, reportedly carried out in the name of so-called karo kari. It said the incident, in which the victims were allegedly murdered, their bodies desecrated and their home set on fire, reflected an appalling level of violence and a grave…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: The Vice Chancellor of the Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University of Technology and Skill Development Khairpur, Professor Dr Rasool Bux Mahar, attended the 6th International Conference of the Pakistan Network of Quality Assurance in Higher Education in Karachi on 14 April 2026. He was accompanied by Dr Asim Ali Abro, Director of the Quality Enhancement Cell, and Engineer Shamsuddin Lakho, Assistant Director QEC, as part of the university delegation. During the conference, the delegation interacted with national and international quality assurance professionals, where they discussed academic collaboration and shared best practices related to higher education quality standards.…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Women activists gathered at the grave of Shaheed Khalida, also known as Rubina Chandio, and took an oath to continue the struggle for women’s rights, according to reports. The demonstration was held on Sunday near Tando Masti and was led by Amar Sindhu and Farzana Mallah of the Women Action Forum. Protesting at the grave, the women vowed to raise their voices against injustice and violence faced by women and pledged to carry forward the fight for justice, dignity and protection of women’s rights in Sindh. Participants called on the authorities to ensure accountability in cases…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: A peaceful protest by IBA 40+ PST/JEST waiting teacher candidates entered its 301st day in Sukkur, with demonstrators saying that despite nearly ten months passing, they had yet to receive what they described as their rightful due of merit, justice and employment. Male and female candidates continued their احتجاج outside the Khairpur Press Club, where protest leaders including Ayaz Magsi, Atta-ur-Rehman Shaikh and Zia-ur-Rehman Phulpoto said the delay had left many young people across Sindh in prolonged uncertainty. They said that two months had passed since a special committee was formed in the Sindh Assembly in…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Sindh’s senior minister Nasir Shah said Pakistan was gaining respect and prominence across the world, crediting its diplomatic efforts with helping to ease tensions between major global powers. Addressing a press conference at the Sukkur Press Club, he said Pakistan’s mediation had averted the risk of a third world war by contributing to the de-escalation of international tensions. He added that the country’s neutral and balanced approach had been recognised globally and had strengthened its standing on the world stage. Shah attributed this growing recognition to the leadership of Asif Ali Zardari, Shehbaz Sharif and Asim…