Author: Imtiaz Hussain

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: The Department of Human and Rehabilitation Sciences at Begum Nusrat Bhutto Women University Sukkur organised a free physiotherapy camp aimed at promoting community health and practical learning for students. The initiative was carried out in line with the commitment of Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Tehmina Nangraj to strengthen community outreach and hands-on training in healthcare education. The camp provided assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services to university members and the general public. Patients were treated for conditions including back pain, neck pain, joint disorders, postural problems and post-stroke rehabilitation under the supervision of qualified professionals. Doctor of…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: The MPhil viva voce examination of Mrs Kanwal was held on 24 April 2026 at the office of the dean, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Shah Abdul Latif University, marking a significant milestone in her academic career and reflecting the university’s focus on research into pressing environmental issues. The viva was chaired by Prof Dr Noor Ahmed Shaikh, dean of the faculty. Mrs Kanwal carried out her research under the supervision of Prof Dr Noor Hussain Chandio of the Department of Geography. Her study, titled “An Assessment of Sewage Water and Its Impacts on Groundwater Quality and…

By Imtiaz Hussain KHAIRPUR: Free medicines meant for child nutrition were found being sold at a private medical store in Hingorja, prompting action by health authorities. The district health officer, Dr Kaleemullah Shaikh, carried out a raid on the store and recovered a large quantity of RUTF, or ready-to-use therapeutic food, used to treat malnutrition in children. Expired injections were also seized from the premises. The medical store was sealed following the raid. The DHO said a letter had been sent to the deputy commissioner to inform him of the matter.

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.…