The Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) has recorded significant gaps in its recent performance assessment, meeting only 39.7 percent of the indicators reviewed during an institutional audit. According to the assessment, PIMS failed to meet around 60 percent of the performance indicators, well below the acceptable compliance benchmark of 90 percent. The findings have […]
NICH Karachi Fire Safety Audit Flags Serious Risks on Three Floors
Serious fire safety concerns have emerged at the National Institute of Child Health (NICH) in Karachi after an official audit identified significant vulnerabilities on three floors of the hospital. The fourth, fifth and sixth floors of the major children’s healthcare facility have been declared highly vulnerable to fire hazards, raising concerns about the safety of […]
The Modern Hospital Group Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for Trauma Centre in DHA City Karachi
KARACHI: The Modern Hospital Group continues to expand its network of healthcare projects across Sindh. Following ongoing initiatives in Hyderabad, Gharo, Islamkot, Mithi, and Sukkur, the network marked a major milestone on September 6, 2026, with the groundbreaking ceremony for The Modern Hospital Trauma Centre in DHA City Karachi. Addressing the ceremony as Chief Guest, […]
The Modern Hospital Equipped with State-of-the-Art Medical Facilities Officially Inaugurated in Hyderabad
HYDERABAD: The Modern Hospital, equipped with state-of-the-art medical facilities, was officially inaugurated in Hyderabad. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Secretary Health Sindh Mr. Tahir Hussain Sangi, Director General Health Hyderabad Dr. Parvez Ahmed Sheikh, Executive Director Aziz Barlas, Deputy Director Dr. Abdul Ghani Sheikh, CEO of The Modern Hospital Shahid Mahmood, representatives of the […]
Swat Becomes KP’s Second District to Successfully Perform Kidney Transplant
Swat has achieved a major milestone in Pakistan’s healthcare sector by becoming the second district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to successfully perform kidney transplant surgery. The landmark procedure marks an important advancement in access to specialized medical care for patients living in the Malakand region and surrounding areas. The first successful renal transplant in Swat was […]
Lumpy Skin Disease Cases Reportedly Increase Across Sargodha, Raising Concerns Among Livestock Farmers
Reports of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) are increasing across several areas of District Sargodha, triggering concern among livestock farmers, dairy farm operators, and stakeholders linked to Pakistan’s livestock industry. According to information gathered from local sources and field observations, a growing number of cattle and buffaloes have reportedly been affected by the viral disease in […]
Pakistan Greenlights Nationwide Digital Medicine Verification System to Combat Fake Drugs
Pakistan is set to transform its pharmaceutical sector with the introduction of a nationwide digital verification system for medicines. The federal cabinet has approved a comprehensive track and trace mechanism that will help authorities monitor medicines from production to the point of sale, reducing the risk of counterfeit and substandard drugs entering the market. The […]
JazzWorld Strengthens Climate Commitment with Earth Hour and Emission Reduction Initiatives
JazzWorld has accelerated its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) agenda through a series of initiatives aimed at reducing emissions and promoting sustainable practices. The company’s latest efforts combine awareness campaigns with operational measures to deliver measurable environmental impact. As part of its sustainability drive, JazzWorld observed Earth Hour in collaboration with the Capital Development Authority […]
Pak Hajj App Mandatory Medical Form Introduced for Pilgrims Ahead of Hajj 2026
The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has introduced a new requirement for Hajj 2026, directing all pilgrims to complete a medical form through the Pak Hajj App. The move is aimed at ensuring better health preparedness and streamlined medical support during the pilgrimage. According to officials, the digital medical questionnaire has already been […]
Pakistan Assures Stable Supply of Ghee and Cooking Oil Amid Global Uncertainty
Pakistan currently has sufficient stocks of ghee and cooking oil to meet domestic demand for at least the next two months, according to industry representatives. The assurance comes at a time when rising geopolitical tensions and potential disruptions in global supply chains have raised concerns about the availability of essential food commodities. Officials from the […]