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Express Tribune
10-07-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
Two more identified in hospital video scandal
Two more individuals allegedly involved in making inappropriate videos of female patients at Kahuta THQ Hospital have been identified and are currently under investigation by the District Health Authority's inquiry committee. The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) had previously arrested Shakil, a radiology machinist, and Zainul Abideen, a ward servant at Tehsil Headquarters Hospital (THQ) Kahuta, for harassing female patients and recording illicit videos. Shakil is also accused of blackmailing women using the footage. The arrests, made on July 9, 2025, followed a complaint that led to the filing of an FIR under the PECA Act of 2016, marking a significant breach of medical ethics and public trust. Kahuta Health Authority CEO Dr Asif Arbab Khan Niazi, in a statement to the APP on Thursday, revealed that the issue dates back to 2022, when Shakil was warned and monitored by male and female officials under Dr Zaheer's supervision. Despite an earlier inquiry and punishment, Shakil did not reform his behaviour. "Recently, a complaint with the videos was submitted to the FIA, leading to the arrest of Shakil and another individual. We've suspended them, launched a new inquiry, and also suspended two other staff members who knew about the videos but failed to report them. The department has ordered strict punishment to prevent such incidents in the future," the CEO stated. "We have expanded the inquiry, and two more employees are being investigated for not informing the hospital management despite being aware of the illicit activities," he added. "The health authority will not tolerate any malicious acts by hospital staff." The initial inquiry into the allegations confirmed that Shakil acted inappropriately with a female patient in the X-ray room, while Zain recorded the incident. A three-member inquiry committee has been formed by the DHA.
Express Tribune
09-07-2025
- Express Tribune
Radiologist caught filming patients
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency's (NCCIA) Rawalpindi Circle has arrested a radiologist and a ward servant from Kahuta Tehsil Headquarters Hospital for allegedly harassing female patients and secretly recording videos. According to officials, an internal inquiry revealed that Shakil Ahmed (radiologist) and Zainul Abideen (ward servant) exploited their positions to engage in inappropriate conduct in the radiology ward. Shakil allegedly behaved indecently with a female patient in the X-ray room, while Zainul Abideen secretly filmed the incident on his phone. Analysis of seized electronic devices confirmed the presence of objectionable material and the involvement of both suspects in producing and sharing such content. A case has been registered under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act 2016 (PECA) and other relevant laws. Officials said the incident represents a severe breach of public trust, medical ethics, and the misuse of government resources. NCCIA investigators are continuing the probe.
Business Recorder
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
TDAP hosts seminar on export potential of Balochistan's handicrafts
QUETTA: The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), in collaboration with the Quetta Chamber of Commerce & Industry (QCCI) and Taraqee Foundation, organised a seminar titled 'Export Potential of Local Handicrafts of Balochistan' at QCCI Hall. Focused on empowering women entrepreneurs, the event highlighted export opportunities in the handicraft sector. As part of its ongoing efforts to promote trade from underserved regions, TDAP has already conducted seven awareness sessions for women and supported their participation in key trade platforms like WEXNET, offering 100% subsidized participation. This seminar marked TDAP's third sector-specific event aimed at building export readiness in Balochistan. Based on the above theme, Zain ul Abideen from TDAP shared insights on export procedures, market trends, and opportunities through events like TEXPO and OIC Trade Fairs. Ismael of Taraqee Foundation addressed key challenges artisans face and proposed strategies to overcome them. Concluding remarks were given by Fouzia Kasi, who emphasized stronger institutional support and dedicated facilitation for women-led enterprises. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
