Author: Imtiaz Hussain

By Imtiaz Hussain NAWABSHAH: The Regional Director of Mohtasib (Ombudsman) Shaheed Benazirabad, Khan Muhammad Zardari, held an open public hearing in village Noor Ahmed Jalbani, successfully resolving a complaint filed by Savera concerning inheritance claim. Savera had sought legal transfer of property left by her late husband—including agricultural land, a shop, and a brick kiln—into her name and that of her children. Following intervention by the Ombudsman’s office, all inherited properties were transferred according to their legal shares. During the hearing, possession of the property was formally handed over to Savera. Lease compensation of Rs120,000 for 2 acres and 8…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: A one-day training session on Literacy Books 2 and 3 was held at Shah Abdul Latif University (SALU) for Focal Persons and Volunteer Literacy Teachers under the Prime Minister’s literacy initiative, “Each One Teach One.” Dr. Ali Raza Lashari, SALU’s Focal Person for the Literacy Drive, described the session as the second phase of the capacity-building program, aimed at enhancing functional literacy, strengthening teaching skills, and supporting grassroots education. Officials from the National Commission for Human Development (NCHD), Khairpur—including Deputy Director Mazharuddin Shaikh, Assistant Director Literacy Raza Hussain Wassan, and Field Officers Paras Gul and Sardar…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: A meeting of the District Social Welfare Committee was held at Sachal Sarmast Hall in the DC Office, chaired by Pir Syed Fazal Ali Shah Jilani, Member of the National Assembly. The session reviewed policy guidelines, community proposals, ongoing development schemes, and social welfare initiatives. Pir Syed Fazal Ali Shah Jilani highlighted the Social Welfare Funds provided by gas companies in Nara Tehsil, including United Energy Pakistan, OGDC, and Pakistan Petroleum, urging immediate utilization for local schemes. He directed the Health Department to provide necessary revenue components and ensure the timely completion of filter plant projects,…

By Imtiaz Hussain LARKANA: A woman lost her life and 14 people, including children were injured, as roofs and walls of three houses caved in owing to a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder blast at a home in the Labour Colony area of Larkana on Tuesday. The explosion, according to the police, occurred in the house of Mukhtiar Jatoi. The explosion was so intense that it also damaged the neighbouring houses of Qurban Mugheri and Irfan Rind. Mugheri’s wife Yasmeen died in the incident. Officials at Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Institute of Trauma confirmed receiving a dead body and 14…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: The national anti-polio campaign was officially launched in Jamshoro, with Deputy Commissioner Altaf Hussain Chachar directing all polio teams to ensure every child under the age of five receives polio drops. Addressing a morning assembly in Khairpur, the Deputy Commissioner stressed that polio remains a dangerous disease and vaccination is the only protection. He appealed to parents to fully cooperate with polio workers during the campaign, which began on 15 December. On the first day, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed ongoing activities and checked immunization cards of children from nomadic families. District health officers, police, revenue officials…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Sukkur hosted an awareness seminar on the Protection of Women Against Harassment at the Workplace Act, IV of 2010, aimed at educating women about their legal rights and fostering harassment-free workplaces. The event was held at a local health institution’s auditorium and attended by officers, students, and employees from various government departments. Retired District & Sessions Judge and consultant Muhammad Iqbal Arain served as the chief guest. In his address, he emphasized that safeguarding women against workplace harassment is both a legal obligation and a social responsibility. Former judge highlighted the need for effective implementation of…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: The vice-chancellor of Shah Abdul Latif University (SALU), Khairpur, Professor Dr Yousuf Khushk, has carried out a comprehensive inspection of university departments to review examination arrangements and ensure student welfare during the ongoing second semester examinations. Leading a high-level delegation of senior academics, Dr Khushk visited multiple faculties and examination venues to assess facilities, administrative preparedness and the overall environment provided to students. University officials said the visit reflected the administration’s proactive approach to maintaining academic integrity and supporting students during a critical assessment period. During interactions with departmental heads, examination staff and students, the vice-chancellor…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: Transparency International Pakistan (TI Pakistan) marked International Anti-Corruption Day 2025 by organizing a series of seminars, awareness walks and public discussions across the country, focusing on youth engagement under the UN theme “Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s Integrity”. The events were aimed at raising public awareness about corruption and underlining the importance of good governance and citizen participation in tackling the issue. Activities were held in multiple districts, including Umerkot, Badin, Shikarpur and Khairpur in Sindh; Rajanpur, Lahore and Gujranwala in Punjab; Swabi, Lower Dir and Mardan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; Quetta and Lasbela in…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: The Medicine Department at Khairpur Medical College (KMC) Khairpur continues to actively engage in academic activities aimed at enhancing the clinical skills and knowledge of postgraduate residents and house officers. In a recent session, Dr. Muntaha, a house officer, presented a detailed case of abdominal examination, demonstrating her clinical competence and diagnostic reasoning. The case involved hepatosplenomegaly with anemia, and Dr. Muntaha outlined possible differential diagnoses, including Chronic Liver Disease, Chronic Malaria, Leukemia, and Lymphoma. The session included a viva voce conducted by Dr. Awais Ali Channa, who rigorously assessed Dr. Muntaha’s understanding and ability to…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: A tragic incident in Ayoub Belijo village on Friday claimed the lives of two brothers in what relatives described as a sudden and shocking act of violence. According to family members, elder brother Ladho Belijo allegedly shot his younger brother, Naseer, before taking his own life shortly afterwards. The incident occurred while both brothers were returning from their agricultural fields near the village. Relatives said that without warning, Ladho opened fire on Naseer, killing him instantly. Reports indicate that Ladho then moved a short distance away and reportedly shot himself. Family members rushed to the scene,…