Author: Imtiaz Hussain

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: A tragic incident unfolded in Hyderabad’s Sarfraz Colony on Sunday, where a man allegedly shot dead his wife and injured his mother-in-law over a divorce dispute. The suspect, identified as Shabbir Arain, reportedly fled the scene after the attack. According to reports, Shabbir entered the home of his in-laws and opened fire on his wife, Saba, who had been seeking to separate from him through a court divorce. As Saba attempted to leave him due to persistent domestic abuse, her mother, Shakilla, was injured while trying to protect her daughter from the gunfire. Both women were…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Civil and Family Judge Asif Jamro had a narrow escape from a potentially deadly accident when his vehicle was struck from behind by a wagon near Piryaloi on Khosa Bridge in Khairpur. The force of the collision caused Judge Jamro’s car, along with his driver and security guard, to plunge into the Abul Wah canal. Fortunately, local residents acted quickly, pulling the judge and his companions from the water before emergency services arrived. The police were soon on the scene, impounding the wagon involved in the crash. Judge Jamro was given medical treatment at the location…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: A wave of unrest gripped Dadu after a violent mob stormed Mehar Police Station, leaving the station house officer, Ali Asghar Shah, and three other police personnel injured. The attack, which unfolded amid growing tensions in the area, has intensified public anxiety and spotlighted deepening mistrust between the police and local communities. The confrontation was triggered by a police operation to apprehend suspects linked to the murder of Sabir Panhwar. According to police sources, members of the Burt community resisted the raid, leading to heated clashes. What began as resistance soon spiraled into chaos as over…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: The Sindh Rural Support Organization (SRSO) has distributed 43 productive livestock assets—comprising 16 heifers and 27 cows—to ultra-poor families in various union councils of Kashmore-Kandhkot. The recipients are all registered beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP), selected under the National Poverty Graduation Program (NPGP). Speaking to the media during the distribution ceremony, SRSO consultant Jamil Soomro said the initiative is part of the government’s flagship NPGP, which is implemented by the Ministry of Poverty Alleviation and supported by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). Soomro noted that all livestock were screened, vaccinated, and…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: The Khipro court has awarded life imprisonment to Ibrahim Kerio, the headmaster of Government Primary School Gul Muhammad Kerio, for raping 14-year-old student Zarmina Kerio. The court also imposed a fine of Rs400,000 on the convict. The horrific incident unfolded over a span of three months last year, during which the student became pregnant as a result of repeated sexual assault. In addition to the rape conviction, Ibrahim Kerio was also found guilty of forcing the girl to undergo an abortion. Midwife Razia Kumbhar, who facilitated the abortion procedure, was sentenced to five years in prison.…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Sukkur IBA University held a solidarity rally under the banner “India Started It – Pakistan Will Finish It,” denouncing what its leadership described as unprovoked aggression by India. The event, held at the university’s main campus, saw a fervent turnout from faculty, staff, and students, all rallying behind Pakistan’s armed forces in a unified stand against external threats. Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Asif Ahmed Shaikh, leading the rally, delivered a forceful condemnation of India’s actions, calling them a “cowardly aggression” and vowing that Pakistan’s defenders would not stand alone. “This act has no justification. Our message…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: In a powerful display of national solidarity, massive rallies were held in Khairpur and at Sindh University to condemn India’s recent attack on Pakistan, bringing together communities from all walks of life including minorities, civil society, and academic institutions. In Khairpur, the Hindu community took the lead alongside the District Administration, Health and Revenue Departments, Nursing College, Anjuman Tajran, local lawyers, and civil society activists. The rally, which began at Shuhada Chowk National Bank and culminated at the Press Club, echoed with chants in support of Pakistan and its armed forces while denouncing what participants described…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Sher Ali alias Shero Mehar, the prime suspect in the high-profile killing of senior journalist Jan Mohammad Mahar, was gunned down along with his son in a police-led intelligence-based operation in the lawless Katcha region of Shikarpur. The action, carried out in the notorious hideouts of Qadrani Jatoi dacoits under the jurisdiction of Bachal Bhayo police station, marked a significant breakthrough in the months-long investigation into Mahar’s targeted killing. According to SSP Shikarpur Shahzeb Chachar, the police cordoned off all entry and exit points to the area before launching the offensive, which culminated in the deaths…

By Imtiaz Hussain SUKKUR: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh Ghulam Nabi Memon has ordered the suspension of 50 police officers and personnel across multiple districts in a sweeping move aimed at reforming the force and restoring public confidence. The suspended individuals, including several SHOs, sub-inspectors, head constables, and constables, have been instructed to report to “B Company PHQ Garden, South Zone Karachi” without delay. The action affects officers from various regions of Sindh, including Karachi, Larkana, Sukkur, and Mirpur Khas. According to the official notification, while the suspended personnel will continue to receive their salaries and allowances as per…

By Imtiaz HussainSUKKUR: The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) is ramping up preparations for a major political rally set to take place on May 9 in Shaheed Benazirabad, aiming to reaffirm its grassroots strength in Sindh. A high-level planning session was held at Zardari House, chaired by Aseefa Bhutto Zardari and Faryal Talpur, as the party gears up for what leaders are calling a “historic gathering.”The rally is expected to attract large crowds from neighbouring districts, with logistical and security measures being put into motion at full scale. At the heart of the rally will be PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari,…