Corruption Scandal: SBCA Officials Accused of Patronizing Illegal Multi-Story Constructions in Liaquatabad
KARACHI (HRNW): A massive corruption scandal has surfaced within the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) District Central, where officials are allegedly allowing the construction of illegal high-rise plazas in Liaquatabad Town in exchange for heavy bribes, bypassing all safety regulations and building codes. According to local reports and whistleblowers, the Director, Deputy Director, and Building…
Appellate Bench Commutes Death Sentence to Life Imprisonment in Sajawal Murder Case
SAJAWAL/KARACHI (HRNW): An appellate bench has partially accepted an appeal filed against a death sentence and fine in a murder case, commuting the capital punishment to life imprisonment. According to judicial records, the appellant, Ghulam Hyder, had been convicted and sentenced to death for the murder of Niaz Palejo over a monetary dispute. The prosecution…
Anti-Corruption Establishment Sindh Intensifies Crackdown with Surprise Raid on Malir Population Welfare Office
KARACHI (HRNW): In a major move against institutional corruption, the Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) Sindh has intensified its province-wide crackdown by conducting a surprise raid on the District Population Welfare Office in Malir. During the operation, the ACE team seized significant official records following reports of massive financial irregularities and embezzlement. According to official details, the…
Two Killed in Shireen Jinnah Colony Firing Over Monetary Dispute
KARACHI (HRNW): At least two people were shot dead during a violent clash in the Shireen Jinnah Colony area of Karachi on Wednesday. According to the Keamari Police, the incident was the result of a long-standing personal dispute between relatives. Police officials revealed that the victims and the suspects are closely related as maternal uncles…
SSP District South Chairs Key Meeting with Head Moharrirs to Review Police Station Records
KARACHI (HRNW): SSP District South Karachi, Mr. Mahzoor Ali (PSP), presided over an important meeting today with the Head Moharrirs of all police stations within the district to review administrative performance and record-keeping protocols. During the session, SSP South personally inspected various essential registers and records maintained at the police stations. He issued strict directives…
Karachi Police Rescue Woman and Children from Kidnappers in Swift Operation
KARACHI (HRNW): Following the timely directives and immediate action ordered by DIG West Zone Irfan Ali Baloch, the Azizabad Police have successfully apprehended two suspects involved in a high-profile kidnapping-for-ransom case within a few hours. The operation was carried out using advanced technical surveillance and a strategic tactical approach to ensure the safety of the…
Constitutional Court Restrains IHC from Contempt Proceedings Against PM in Aafia Siddiqui Case
ISLAMABAD (HRNW)- The Federal Constitutional Court has issued a stay order, restraining the Islamabad High Court (IHC) from proceeding with contempt of court actions against Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and federal cabinet members in the Dr. Aafia Siddiqui case. A three-member bench, headed by Chief Justice Amin-ud-Din Khan, issued notices to all relevant parties while…
“Is Karachi Under Mafia Control?” Police Chief Makes Explosive Revelations
Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW)- In a startling disclosure, Karachi’s senior police official, AIG Azad Khan, has stated that the city is deeply entangled in an entrenched criminal network allegedly involving elements within law enforcement, bureaucracy, political circles, and even certain media figures. Speaking about the deteriorating law-and-order situation, the police chief acknowledged that organized crime syndicates…
Former Army Chief General (Retd) Qamar Javed Bajwa Injured After Fall at Home
RAWALPINDI (HRNW): Former Chief of Army Staff General (Retd) Qamar Javed Bajwa has been hospitalized after sustaining multiple injuries in a fall at his residence. According to family sources, the incident occurred early Tuesday morning at approximately 4:30 AM when he slipped in the bathroom. The former army chief sustained injuries to various parts of…
Landmark Child Protection Bill: Senate Approves Severe Penalties for Child Pornography
ISLAMABAD (HRNW): In a significant move to ensure the safety of children, the Senate of Pakistan has passed crucial amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) and the Criminal Law, introducing some of the strictest penalties in the country’s history for crimes against minors. The newly approved bill specifically targets the production and…