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Two day Capacity Building Workshop for Officers Begins at SALU Khairpur


Sukkur: A two day Capacity Building Workshop for officers of Shah Abdul Latif University (SALU), Khairpur commenced today at the Seminar Hall, Institute of Business Administration (IBA).



The workshop, organized under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Hissamuddin Shaikh and Inspector of Colleges Syed Muneer Rashdi, aims to enhance professional, technical and leadership skills of administrative officers with special focus on use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in official work.



Addressing online, Vice Chancellor Meritorious Prof. Dr. Yousuf Khushk appreciated the organizing committee and said such programmes are vital for enhancing administrative efficiency.



He highlighted the transformative role of AI in official work, noting that learning has no age limit. He announced that similar workshops will be organized regularly for officers and ministerial staff.



In his presidential address, Prof. Dr. Noor Ahmed Shaikh, Dean, Faculty of Physical Sciences, emphasized the importance of AI in modern office management and urged participants to apply the acquired skills in their offices.



Prof. Dr. Irum Rani Shaikh and Prof. Dr. Masiullah Jatoi also attended the inaugural session.



The event was attended by Registrar, Director Finance, Inspector of Colleges, Additional Registrar, Director Admissions, Heads of Sections, Administrative Officers, Senior Data Processing Officers and other officials.



Technical sessions were conducted by Dr. Mohsin Kazmi and Dr. Farhan Shahzad with practical demonstrations on AI applications in administration.



The workshop will continue on 31 July 2026 with further technical sessions and practical exercises.



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Green bus service begins operations on two routes in Vehari district


Vehari: The Green Bus Service has officially commenced operations on the Vehari-Burewala and Vehari-Tibba Sultanpur routes, providing residents with a modern, comfortable and affordable public transport facility.



Launched with a fleet of 11 buses, the service is aimed at improving connectivity between the two routes and facilitating daily commuters, students, traders, government employees and the general public.



Speaking on the occasion, the participants hailed the launch of the Green Bus Service as a significant milestone in improving public transport facilities in the region.



They said the service would provide passengers with safe, comfortable and reliable transportation while making travel between Burewala and Vehari more convenient and accessible.



Secretary Regional Transport Authority Kamran Anwar said the Vehari-Burewala and Vehari-Tibba Sultanpur services form part of a comprehensive public transport expansion plan for the region.



He said the project is being implemented in phases, with these two routes becoming operational in the first phase. He added that five buses have been allocated to each route, ensuring regular operations and greater convenience for commuters.



Kamran Anwar said the Vehari-Burewala route has an estimated travel time of 70 minutes, while buses will operate at 80-minute intervals. He added that the Vehari-Tibba Sultanpur route has also been launched with five buses to provide a regular and dependable service for passengers. He said the initiative is aimed at enhancing regional connectivity, easing travel difficulties and providing the public with an efficient, affordable and modern transport system.



The launch of the Green Bus Service marks an important step towards strengthening the public transport network in Vehari district and meeting the growing transportation needs of the local population.



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PERA, Sahulat Bazaar Authority launch anti-encroachment drive


Khanewal: The Punjab Sahulat Bazaar Authority, in collaboration with the PERA Force, launched a large-scale operation against encroachments to ensure the smooth functioning of the Juma Bazaar at Sahulat Bazaar.



During the operation, Investigation Officer Mudassar Ishaq, accompanied by Sahulat Bazaar administration official Engineer Abdul Rehman Qulzam, inspected various parts of the city and removed illegal stalls and temporary structures set up on public spaces. Several violators were fined during the crackdown.



The officials directed vendors to relocate their Juma Bazaar stalls to the designated Sahulat Bazaar instead of operating at unauthorized locations across the city.



Speaking on the occasion, Punjab Sahulat Bazaar Authority official Jawad Zaheer and Engineer Abdul Rehman said the relocation of vendors to Sahulat Bazaar would promote business activity and create better livelihood opportunities for traders. They added that the initiative would also provide citizens with a more organized, convenient and comfortable shopping environment.



Investigation Officer Mudassar Ishaq assured traders that every possible measure would be taken to further improve facilities at the market and facilitate both vendors and customers.



He also appreciated the efforts of the Sahulat Bazaar management, particularly Jawad Zaheer and Engineer Abdul Rehman, for their commitment to making the market fully operational and ensuring better services for the public.



Traders welcomed the decision to hold the Juma Bazaar at Sahulat Bazaar and praised the facilities provided by the management. They expressed confidence that the move would enhance business opportunities and attract more customers.



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Suthra Punjab Authority intensifies flood relief and sanitation operations in Ferozewala


Lahore: In line with Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s vision, the Suthra Punjab Authority has stepped up its relief and sanitation efforts in flood-affected areas, working closely with the district administration to provide timely assistance to affected communities.



Director General of the Suthra Punjab Authority, Umar Javed, paid an emergency visit to a flood relief camp in Ferozewala to review ongoing sanitation operations and assess field arrangements.



During the visit, the DG inspected the performance of sanitation workers deployed under the Suthra Punjab initiative and evaluated the effectiveness of cleanliness operations in the affected areas. He directed the concerned officers to remain present in the field and ensure strict monitoring of all operational activities.



Javed emphasized the need for further improvement in sanitation operations through effective supervision and instructed officials to ensure the timely provision of high-quality sanitation services to residents.



He said that the district administration and the Suthra Punjab Authority are working round the clock to maintain cleanliness in flood-hit areas and provide maximum relief to the public.



The Director General also met with the frontline sanitation workers, appreciating their dedication and commitment to delivering essential public services under challenging conditions. He described their contribution to operational activities and public service delivery as commendable.



Reaffirming the Authority’s commitment to public welfare, Umar Javed stated that serving the people remains the organization’s top priority and that all available resources are being utilized to provide relief and restore sanitation services in flood-affected areas.



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Girl dies in firing over cricket match dispute


Bahawalpur: A girl lost her life in firing that happened due to a dispute pertaining to local cricket match in village Miani located within jurisdiction of Sadar police station.



Police sources said that two groups of local cricketers fought against each other over a dispute pertaining to a local cricket match. ‘One of the group opened indiscriminate aerial firing,’ they said, adding that a passersby girl received bullet wounds which caused her death on-the-spot.



The victim girl was identified as 13-year-old, Alisha, a resident of village Miani. Soon after receiving information, a police team of Sadar police station reached the scene. The body of the girl was shifted to hospital for postmortem and legal formalities. The police have registered a case against the suspects and launched operation to trace them and arrest them. Further probe was in process.



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Creating new provinces,key to strengthening democracy in country: Abdul Aleem Khan


Islamabad: Federal Minister for Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan, has strongly reiterated that the creation of new administrative provinces is the ultimate key to strengthening democracy, revitalizing the economy, and delivering effective governance in Pakistan.



Reacting to the statement made yesterday by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi-who highlighted the urgent need for structural governance reforms and the establishment of new administrative units-Minister Abdul Aleem Khan emphasized that he has long advocated for this vital national requirement to address Pakistan’s rapidly growing population and complex administrative challenges.



Federal Minister Abdul Aleem Khan reaffirmed his proposed framework to reorganize Pakistan’s existing four provinces-Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan-into three provinces (administrative units) each, named North, Central, and South. He underscored that this strategic reorganization will fully preserve the historic and cultural identities of all regions without altering existing provincial names, while providing a permanent and sustainable solution to longstanding public grievances.



Addressing the daily hardships faced by ordinary citizens, the Federal Minister pointed out that people are currently forced to undertake long, exhausting, and expensive journeys covering hundreds of kilometers just to reach provincial capitals for minor administrative or legal matters.



Reorganizing the administrative setup will bring public offices directly to the citizens’ doorsteps, drastically streamlining public service delivery. The Minister noted that while decentralization may challenge entrenched political monopolies or centralized mindsets, Pakistan is a democratic republic where autocracy has no place.



Under this proposed administrative model, key state institutions-including the offices of the Chief Secretary, Inspector General of Police, and the High Courts-will be able to deliver immediate, efficient, and accountable justice and administration within manageable jurisdictions.



Transitioning the debate on new provinces from political slogans to concrete action will not divide the nation; rather, it will strengthen national unity, ensure equitable distribution of resources, and foster balanced development across every corner of Pakistan.