Author: Shaheen Hashim

By Shaheen Hashim KARACHI: The Dar-us-Shifa Dialysis Center, operated by the Dar-us-Shifa Foundation, recently hosted a “Health and Family Carnival” designed to combine healthcare awareness with family-friendly entertainment. The event offered free diagnostic testing alongside a range of infotainment activities for children, aiming to educate young participants about health while keeping the atmosphere engaging and enjoyable. Speaking at the event, the chief guest and former member of the National Assembly, Rehan Hashmi, emphasized the importance of combining learning with play. He said that initiatives of this kind were particularly effective in raising awareness among children about the risks associated with…

By Shaheen Hashim KARACHI: Tragedy struck on the M-9 motorway near Malir K.T. in Karachi, where two brothers lost their lives after their vehicle overturned, authorities reported. Rescue officials indicated that the accident was caused by excessive speed, highlighting ongoing concerns over road safety on the city’s busy highways. The victims, whose identities were not immediately disclosed, were rushed to a nearby hospital, but could not be saved. Officials from the Karachi Rescue Services and local police responded swiftly to the scene, securing the area and assisting in the transfer of the bodies. An investigation has been launched to determine…

By Shaheen Hashim KARACHI: Sindh Opposition Leader Ali Khursheedi extended his congratulations to the newly elected office-bearers of the Karachi Press Club, including President Fazil Jamili, Vice President Irshad Khokhar, Secretary Muhammad Aslam Khan, Joint Secretary Farooq Sami, and Treasurer Imran Ayub. He also felicitated the newly elected members of the governing body: Abdul Jabbar Nasir, Akhtar Soomro, Shima Siddiqui, Faryal Arif, Javed Saba, Fareed Alam, and Javed Mehr. Khursheedi described the victory of the Democrats panel as a continuation of the Karachi Press Club’s longstanding democratic tradition. He expressed the expectation that the new leadership would play an effective…

By Shaheen Hashim KARACHI: Sindh chief minister Syed Murad Ali Shah hosted a Christmas ceremony at the Chief Minister’s House on Thursday, marking the birth of Jesus Christ and underscoring a message of peace, harmony and interfaith unity. The chief minister cut a Christmas cake alongside Christian religious leaders and extended warm greetings to the Christian community. He also posed for group photographs with guests, while special prayers were offered for peace, prosperity and progress in Pakistan. Addressing the gathering, Shah said Christmas was one of the most important festivals for the Christian community and was celebrated across the world…

By Shaheen Hashim KARACHI: The Sindh Employees Social Security Institution (SSSI) held its monthly performance review meeting at the head office under the chairmanship of Commissioner Hadi Bakhsh Kalhoro on 24 December. The meeting was attended by Vice Commissioner Sikandar Baloch, Director of Contribution and Benefit Dr Ghulam Dastgir, Deputy Director Wasim Jamal, IT Director Hamid Ali, and all field directors of SSSI across the province. During the meeting, Commissioner Kalhoro instructed field directors to actively inform employers of commercial and industrial establishments about the benefits of the social security scheme, ensuring that workers and their families directly benefit from…

By Shaheen HashimKARACHI: In recent years, international organizations have sharply reduced funding for social welfare initiatives, making it increasingly difficult for local programs to continue. In response, some agencies have developed self-sustaining initiatives designed to reduce dependence on foreign aid. As part of this effort, the Country Head of the International Federation of Red Cross, Fareed Abdul Qadir, and Secretary General Ubaidullah Khan visited the organization’s Sindh headquarters. They met with provincial cabinet members and key figures, including Rehan Hashmi, chairman of the Pakistan Red Crescent Society in Sindh, to discuss strategies for sustaining operations amid shrinking funding. Fareed Abdul…

By Shaheen Hashim KARACHI: Members of the Ikebana Society recently visited the State Bank Museum, enjoying a rich cultural and artistic experience at one of the city’s prominent heritage landmarks. The visit, organised by Dr Mansoor Ahmad and Fauzia Ahmad, provided an opportunity for enthusiasts of the Japanese art of flower arrangement to engage with the museum’s exhibits while showcasing their own creative work. During the visit, members of the Ikebana Society Board presented elegant floral arrangements to the museum as a gesture of appreciation. A commemorative plaque was also presented to Sikander Malik in recognition of his support and…

By Shaheen Hashim KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has announced the launch of a People’s Bus service connecting Tando Allahyar and Hyderabad. Speaking at an open court in Tando Allahyar, he said the service will begin within a month under orders from the party’s top leadership to address public issues directly. Memon highlighted the Pakistan Peoples Party’s development initiatives across Sindh, including free heart treatments, which he said are among the most expensive procedures, and promised the NICVD hospital will be upgraded soon. He urged citizens to take care of the People’s Bus service as they would their…

By Shaheen Hashim KARACHI: Sindh Employees’ Social Security Institution (SESSI) was set to be completely digitized, with the attendance and salary system for its employees operated through a biometric system, Commissioner Hadi Bakhsh Kalhoro announced. SESSI organized a consultative meeting with representatives of various labor organizations to strengthen coordination and engagement with workers. The gathering also aimed to raise awareness about measures taken by Sindh Social Security to protect employees and their dependents through medical and financial benefits, while seeking suggestions to further improve SESSI’s facilities. The meeting was chaired by Commissioner Kalhoro and attended by Vice Commissioner Sikandar Baloch,…

By Shaheen Hashim KARACHI: The head of the Pakistan Hindu Council, Ramesh Kumar, has said that Razia Sultana has not seen her father, the imprisoned Kashmiri leader Yasin Malik, for 12 years, calling the separation a violation of basic human principles. Speaking to reporters in Karachi, Kumar said no faith permitted keeping a child away from a parent for such a long period. He argued that dialogue on Kashmir should resume from the point where past negotiations broke off, and that easing tourism restrictions in the region could help build trust. At the same event, Malik’s wife, Mushaal Malik, claimed…