South Korea Strongly Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Civilian and Economic Facilities
Seoul (HRNW)- South Korea has strongly condemned the Houthi targeting of civilian and economic facilities in southern Saudi Arabia and called on the Iran-linked group to immediately halt such attacks. In a statement, South Korea’s Foreign Ministry said attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure cannot be accepted or justified under any circumstances. The ministry also condemned…
Hafiz Naeem Demands 3% Interest Rate Cut, Calls for Complete Abolition of Petroleum Levy
Lahore (HRNW)- Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Emir Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman has demanded a reduction of at least 3 percent in the interest rate and urged the government not to obstruct the Islamabad march planned for September 20, warning that the government would be responsible for any consequences. Addressing a press conference at the JI sit-in outside the Punjab Assembly,…
Pakistan’s Registered Voters Reach 136.87 Million, Lahore Remains Largest District
Islamabad (HRNW)- The total number of registered voters across Pakistan has reached 136,869,217, with the voter count increasing by approximately 295,000 over the past two months, according to statistics released by the Election Commission of Pakistan. Punjab has the largest voter population at 77,571,216, including 94,582 new voters registered during the two-month period. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has…
Sindh Local Government Amendment Bill Likely to Pass Today Amid Opposition Protests
Karachi (HRNW)- The Sindh Local Government Amendment Act 2026 is likely to be passed today, despite strong objections from the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). A 12-member special committee of the Sindh Assembly is scheduled to submit its report today. Sources said opposition parties have serious reservations about the proposed legislation…
Government Unveils Details of Rs100-Per-Litre Petrol Subsidy for Motorcycles and Small Cars
Islamabad (HRNW)- The federal government has announced details of the Prime Minister’s Fuel Relief Scheme, under which motorcyclists will receive a subsidy of Rs100 per liter on petrol. Speaking at a press conference, Federal Minister for IT Shaza Fatima said eligible motorcyclists would receive subsidized petrol for up to 5 liters per week, or a maximum…
Saad Rafique Warns Constitutional Violations and Power Struggles Have Pushed Pakistan Into Crisis
Lahore (HRNW)- Former federal minister and former Railway Minister Khawaja Saad Rafique has said repeated tampering with the Constitution and the pursuit of power by the country’s elite have pushed Pakistan into a deep political, economic, and governance crisis. In a statement titled “Awaaz-e-Daroon” (Voice from Within) posted on social media, Saad Rafique said Pakistan had…
Gold, Silver Prices Fall in International and Pakistani Markets
Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW)- Gold and silver prices declined in both international and local bullion markets on Monday, reflecting a downward trend in global precious metal prices. In the international bullion market, gold fell by $38 per ounce, bringing the global price to $4,308 per ounce. Following the international trend, the price of gold in Pakistan decreased…
KSE-100 Index Plunges Over 2,500 Points as Middle East Tensions Weigh on Market
Karachi (HRNW)- The Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed a sharp decline on Monday as escalating tensions in the Middle East triggered sustained selling pressure in the market. The benchmark KSE-100 Index fell by 2,504.38 points, bringing the index down to 168,007.47 points during trading. Market activity remained volatile throughout the session, with investors responding to concerns surrounding…
Karachi Heat to Persist at 40°C as Thunderstorms Expected in Outskirts
Karachi (HRNW)- Intense heat is expected to persist across Karachi throughout the day, with the maximum temperature forecast to remain between 38°C and 40°C, according to a meteorological analyst. The “feels-like” temperature in several parts of the city could reach between 42°C and 48°C, increasing discomfort for residents. Thunderclouds are expected to develop over suburban areas…
Lahore High Court Issues Stay Against Expulsion of Afghan Medical Students
Lahore (HRNW)- The Lahore High Court has issued a stay order on a petition challenging the expulsion of Afghan medical students and sought responses from the University of Health Sciences (UHS), Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC), and the medical colleges concerned. Justice Khalid Ishaq heard petitions filed by 13 Afghan nationals, including Sabiha Daftani and…