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By our correspondent KARACHI: The first day of a robotic surgery workshop at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre concluded successfully, with participants receiving training in advanced surgical techniques and sharing knowledge through a series of expert-led sessions. The workshop featured informative talks and interactive learning sessions conducted by leading specialists, including Prof Nighat Shah, Dr Erum Majid and Dr Naresh. The sessions provided a strong academic platform and helped deepen participants’ understanding of robotic surgical procedures and modern medical practices. Participants welcomed the opportunity to engage in high-quality academic discussions and gain practical insights, describing the sessions as both informative and…

By our correspondent KARACHI: A capacity-building workshop titled “Resilience & Adaptation by Fostering Anticipatory Action (RAFAA)” was held at a local hotel in Karachi on Tuesday, bringing together development practitioners, government representatives and technical experts to discuss ways of strengthening climate preparedness in the agriculture sector. The event was organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in collaboration with CESVI, as part of ongoing efforts to support vulnerable farming communities in disaster-prone regions of Sindh. Speaking at the opening session, CESVI Country Director Farhan Khan outlined the broader objectives of the RAFAA project, explaining its focus on enhancing resilience…

By our correspondent KARACHI: A murder case registered at Baghdadi Police Station has brought renewed attention to allegations against a suspected drug trafficker, Anmol alias Pinky, amid claims of a stylized “branding” culture linked to narcotics distribution in Karachi’s Lyari area. According to Metro Morning, the case — relating to a death reported on 7 April — was formally registered on 9 May, prompting fresh scrutiny of the circumstances surrounding the incident and the alleged role of the accused. The complainant, auto mechanic Muhammad Sher, stated in his report that a drug addict’s body was found on a footpath near…

By our correspondent KARACHI: Karachi police have arrested another suspected drug trafficker in a follow-up crackdown on narcotics networks, following the high-profile detention of alleged drug producer Anmol alias Pinky, officials said. According to Metro Morning, the latest suspect, identified as Nargis alias “Malka”, was arrested during an intelligence-led operation in Swati Mohalla near Khudadad Graveyard in Karachi’s Malir district. Police said the raid was conducted on Wednesday after a tip-off from confidential sources. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Malir Abdul Khaliq Pirzada confirmed that the suspect was allegedly involved in large-scale narcotics supply operations across Karachi and parts of…

By our correspondent KARACHI: Popular Pakistani family vlogger Ducky Bhai has spoken openly about marriage and divorce, addressing what he described as a growing lack of responsibility among some men. Ducky Bhai, known for his family-friendly content and strong bond with his wife Aroob Jatoi, said marriage is only for mature and responsible individuals. Speaking to media outside the court, he strongly criticised men who end their marriages shortly after getting married, questioning why they enter a relationship if they are not willing to fulfill its responsibilities. He said that if a person is not mentally mature, they should avoid…

By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: US President Donald Trump has once again expressed confidence in Pakistan’s role as a mediator between Iran and the United States, praising Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for their diplomatic efforts. Trump said Pakistan played an important role in the recent Iran ceasefire and added that the country’s leadership is doing “excellent” work in handling sensitive regional diplomacy. According to a report by Al Jazeera, US Senator Lindsey Graham had earlier criticized Pakistan, saying that if Iran was securing its military assets on Pakistani bases, then Islamabad could not remain a neutral…

By our correspondent KARACHI: Artillery Maidan police arrested two suspects during a patrol operation for allegedly involved in illegal petrol supply, according to a District South Police statement. The arrested suspects were identified as Asif, son of Fareed, and Salman, son of Fazal Ahmed. Police said the suspects were attempting to supply illegal petrol using a loading vehicle bearing registration number LF-0162. During a search, 200 litres of illegal petrol were recovered from the vehicle. Police took the recovered petrol and the Suzuki loading vehicle into custody. A case was registered at Artillery Maidan police station, FIR No 73/2026, under…

Shehbaz Sharif said SMEDA roadmap was satisfactory but called for time-bound implementation plan with clear achievable industrial growth targets defined By our correspondent ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level review meeting in Islamabad on government initiatives aimed at strengthening the small and medium enterprises (SME) sector, as officials assessed progress on directives issued to the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA). During the meeting, the prime minister said SMEs held considerable untapped potential for driving economic growth and expanding export capacity, describing them as a central pillar in efforts to stabilize and diversify the national economy.…

By our correspondent JAMSHORO: Sehwan police carried out an operation and arrested a suspect after recovering narcotics, a press release said. A case was also registered against the accused. The action was taken on the special instructions of SSP Jamshoro Zafar Siddiq Chhanga as part of ongoing operations against criminal elements. Under the supervision of DSP Sehwan Faraz Ali, the operation was led by SHO Sehwan Tariq Channa. Police arrested one suspect, Babar Ali Chandio. A large quantity of narcotics was recovered from his possession. A case was registered at Sehwan police station, FIR No 83/2026, under Section 8 of…

By our correspondent KARACHI: The protest by the Karachi University Teachers’ Association continues as faculty members press for the approval of their demands, including an increase in house ceiling rent and other service-related issues. The ongoing protest has disrupted academic activities, leaving more than 40,000 students facing difficulties as classes and administrative work remain affected. The association said the demonstration is being held to demand long-pending financial adjustments and improvements in service conditions. They maintained that their concerns have not been adequately addressed despite repeated discussions. On the other hand, the university administration said it has already informed the teachers’…