Author: Imtiaz Hussain
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Hafsa Bugti, a student of IBA Community College Khairpur, secured first position across Pakistan in the Higher Secondary School Certificate examination conducted by the Aga Khan Board, earning recognition for her outstanding academic performance. Vice-Chancellor Sukkur IBA University Prof Dr Asif Ahmed Shaikh visited Hafsa’s residence to congratulate her on the achievement. During the visit, he presented her with a souvenir in recognition of her hard work, dedication and academic success. The university said Hafsa’s performance was a source of pride for Sukkur IBA and reflected the potential of students studying at its community colleges. Her…
By Imtiaz Hussain SHAHEED BENAZIRABAD: The Fast Rural Development Program (FRDP) has launched the HOIFA Heatwave Response Project with an inception workshop aimed at strengthening preparedness for extreme heat and improving coordination among key stakeholders in Shaheed Benazirabad. The workshop opened with a welcome address by FRDP Project Coordinator Nazish Samo, who highlighted the organization’s experience in humanitarian assistance, disaster risk reduction, climate resilience and community development across Sindh. She reaffirmed FRDP’s commitment to working closely with government institutions and local partners to protect vulnerable communities from climate-related disasters. Presenting the project, FRDP representative Samiullah Mahar outlined its objectives, implementation…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University of Technology and Skill Development (BBS-UTECH), Khairpur Mirs, hosted a delegation of senior officials from the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), Karachi, in a landmark initiative aimed at strengthening links between academia and Pakistan’s nuclear industry. The visit was described by university officials as an important step towards creating professional opportunities for students and developing stronger cooperation between educational institutions and industry. The event was held under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Prof (Meritorious) Dr Rasool Bux Mahar, whose vision and support played a key role in promoting industry linkages and preparing…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Sukkur IBA University observed Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir with national spirit on Wednesday to express solidarity with the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and condemn the unilateral actions taken by India on August 5, 2019. The event began with a solidarity walk led by Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Asif Ahmed Shaikh, accompanied by Additional Commissioner Sukkur Dr Muhammad Aamir Ansari, Pro Vice Chancellors, Deans, Heads of Departments, faculty members, officers, staff and students. The participants walked from Academic Block-III to Academic Block-II, where a collective Dua was offered for the martyrs and the people of…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Shah Abdul Latif University (SALU), Khairpur, observed Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir by organising a seminar followed by a solidarity rally to express support for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). The programme, organised by the Students’ Societies Centre, was attended by faculty members, officers and a large number of students. Addressing the seminar, Vice Chancellor Meritorious Professor Dr Yousuf Khushk said Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir was observed every year to remind the world of the events of August 5, 2019, when India revoked Articles 370 and 35A, ending the special constitutional status of Jammu and Kashmir and changing…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Thousands of government employees and pensioners in Khairpur faced severe financial hardship this month after a technical failure in the new Micro Payment Gateway delayed the disbursement of salaries and pensions. From Aug 1 to 4, the provincial finance department migrated salary and pension payments to a new “Micro Payment Gateway” system aimed at enabling faster and direct bank transfers. However, the system crashed due to server overload and bank reconciliation issues, resulting in delays in payments. Teachers, health workers, police personnel and more than 40,000 pensioners in districts including Khairpur, Shikarpur and Larkana reported that…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: A 65-year-old man who had been confined to a wheelchair for three years has regained mobility after undergoing a successful bilateral total knee replacement surgery at Gambat Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) Hospital. Thanda Ram, a resident of northern Sindh, was brought to the Orthopaedic Surgery Department at GIMS with severe end-stage arthritis affecting both knees. Years of progressive pain and deformity had left him unable to walk and completely dependent on a wheelchair. He was examined by renowned orthopaedic and arthroplasty surgeon and trauma specialist Dr Sajjad Hussain Bhatti, who diagnosed him with advanced bilateral…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University of Technology and Skill Development (BBSUTECH) and the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) Regional Office Sukkur have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish an employee banking arrangement aimed at providing financial services to university staff at subsidised rates. The agreement was formally signed by BBSUTECH Vice Chancellor Prof. (Meritorious) Dr Rasool Bux Mahar and NBP Executive Vice President and General Manager Sindh Mumtaz Ali Bhutto. Under the partnership, employees of BBSUTECH will have access to a range of NBP banking services designed to offer greater convenience and financial support. University…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Muhammad Umar Farooq Bullo assumed charge as the Regional Ombudsman Khairpur, pledging to ensure speedy and transparent resolution of public complaints. Upon assuming office, Bullo reviewed the performance and working of the Regional Ombudsman Office and directed the staff to ensure prompt disposal of complaints received from the public. Speaking on the occasion, he said providing speedy and free justice to people at their doorstep remained the top priority of the Ombudsman institution. He added that all complaints lodged by citizens against government departments would be addressed on merit and without any discrimination. Bullo further said…
By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Foreign-qualified faculty members of Shah Abdul Latif University (SALU), Khairpur, have joined hands with university leadership to develop a roadmap aimed at expanding international academic partnerships, enhancing research collaboration and creating new opportunities for students and researchers. The strategic meeting was chaired by Vice Chancellor Meritorious Professor Dr Yousuf Khushk at the Vice Chancellor’s Secretariat, where foreign-qualified faculty members and deans of various faculties discussed measures to improve the university’s global engagement. Welcoming participants, Dr Khushk said SALU’s internationally trained faculty was among the institution’s greatest strengths. He said the knowledge, experience and global academic networks…