Author: Imtiaz Hussain

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…

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 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 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 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,…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: The Pioneers Panel secured a decisive victory in the Sukkur Arts Council elections for the year 2026–27, winning five key positions and six seats on the governing body. Of the 77 members eligible to vote, 72 cast their ballots. In the election, Mumtaz Bukhari of the Pioneers Panel won the post of president with 45 votes, while Rahim Bakhsh, also known as Mehr Khadim, was elected vice president with 43 votes. Akhtar Dargahi secured the position of general secretary with 45 votes, Shaukat Ali Rahi was elected joint secretary with 42 votes, and Arshad Shah won…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: Nawab Ali Wassan, president of Pakistan Peoples Party Khairpur district and former member of the National Assembly, attended the Parents’ Day ceremony at Cadet College Khairpur as chief guest on 31 January 2026, paying tribute to a martyred cadet. On his arrival, the college administration gave Nawab Wassan a traditional and warm welcome, presenting a guard of honour. The event began with the national anthem, followed by a disciplined and impressive parade by the cadets, which drew applause from the chief guest and attendees. During the ceremony, Nawab Wassan distributed shields and awards to cadets with…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: Engineer Abdul Jabbar Sheikh of the Rotary Club Khairpur Green was nominated as governor for Sindh and Balochistan during a three-day conference of Rotary Club International held in Sukkur. Engineer Sheikh is a well-known business figure and an active social worker from Khairpur. He has been associated with the Rotary Club for the past 20 years and has remained involved in various social and welfare initiatives through the organisation. #RotaryClub #RotaryClubPakistan #AbdulJabbarSheikh #SindhAndBalochistan #SocialWork #CommunityLeader #RotaryGovernor #KhairpurNews #RotaryInternational #PublicService #LeadershipPakistan #SocialWelfare #CommunityDevelopment #RotaryUpdates #PakistanNews #ServiceAboveSelf #RotaryConference #RotaryAchievements #WelfareInitiatives #PakistanCommunity

By Imtiaz Hussain HYDERABAD: A farewell party was held for Gul Nisa Talpur, Regional Director of the Population Welfare Department Hyderabad, on the occasion of her retirement. The event was organised by the department to honour her years of dedicated service. The ceremony was attended by senior officials, including Director General Population Welfare Raza Ali Baloch, DPWO Shahabuddin Memon, Asif Memon, Shahid Memon, Asghar Ali Arain, Abdul Ghaffar Memon, Dr Arbiya, Dr Badar-un-Nisa, Razaq Dano Memon, Ali Nawaz Hingoro, department staff, and other distinguished guests. Speakers at the event praised Gul Nisa Talpur’s contributions, highlighting her honesty, dedication, and hard…