Violation
Karachi: Fears of New Humanitarian Disaster in Lyari; Illegal Skyscraper Rising in Agra Taj Colony
Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW)- The menace of illegal construction has once again reared its head in the historic area of Lyari, raising alarms over a potential repeat of past tragedies. A recent vigilance report has exposed a dangerous residential project on Plot 24/4, Mirza Adam Khan Road in Agra Taj Colony. According to the report, a ground-plus-four-story…
UN Reports Rising Displacement of Palestinians
West Bank (HRNW) — A United Nations report has highlighted that tens of thousands of Palestinians have been displaced due to settlement expansion and violence. The findings indicate increasing incidents of property destruction, restrictions on movement, and settler violence, raising serious human rights concerns. UN officials warned that such patterns could amount to forcible transfer under…
Illegal Construction on 30-Year-Old Building Sparks Safety Fears
KARACHI (HRNW)– A grave violation of building safety regulations has been reported at Plot No. GRE-369, Bhayani Pride, where the unauthorized construction of 6th and 7th floors is reportedly underway on a structure nearly three decades old. The illegal vertical expansion has triggered panic among local residents, who fear a catastrophic structural failure. Legal Complaint…
HRCP Report: 924 Killed in Alleged Police Encounters Over 8 Months; Severe Concerns Over “Extrajudicial Killings”
LAHORE (HRNW): A damning report released by the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has raised a grave alarm over the spike in custodial deaths and alleged extrajudicial killings in Punjab. According to the findings, 924 individuals, including two women, have been killed in purported “police encounters” carried out by the Counter-Crime Department (CCD) over…
Spain Downgrades Diplomatic Ties with Israel; Recalls Ambassador from Tel Aviv
MADRID: (HRNW) In a significant diplomatic move, the Spanish government has officially recalled its ambassador to Israel and announced a substantial reduction in its diplomatic staff in Tel Aviv. According to reports from Spanish media in Madrid, the decision was formally implemented following approval from the national cabinet. The cabinet’s resolution limits Spain’s diplomatic representation in…
Illegal Portion Construction Rampant in North Nazimabad; Authorities Turn a Blind Eye
KARACHI (HRNW): The “portion mafia” has intensified its activities in North Nazimabad Block D, specifically at Plot No. A-345, where illegal construction is reportedly continuing in full swing. A residential house is being converted into multiple commercial-style residential units at an alarming pace, raising serious questions about the role of regulatory bodies. Sources indicate that…
Mass Scam Centre Escapes Reveal Abuse
Phnom Penh, Cambodia (HRNW) — Survivors escaping alleged scam compounds have exposed disturbing claims of forced labor, confinement, and exploitation. Humanitarian groups are calling for urgent investigations and protection mechanisms for trafficking victims. Observers warn that economic exploitation networks are increasingly linked to transnational organized crime. 👉 Help protect vulnerable communities: hrnww.com/support-us
Press Freedom Concerns Escalate
Islamabad, Pakistan (HRNW) — The Committee to Protect Journalists along with 17 other rights organizations has raised alarm over what they describe as a deteriorating media freedom environment. Reports cite intimidation, legal pressure, and increased risks faced by journalists. Rights defenders stress that free media remains the backbone of democratic accountability. 👉 Stand with journalists…
Financial Irregularities Uncovered in KMC Health Services Budget 2024–25
Karachi (HRNW) — Major financial irregularities have been uncovered in the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation Department of Medical and Health Services’ budget for the fiscal year 2024–25. According to sources, machinery purchased in May and June 2025 for the Sarfaraz Rafiqui Shaheed Hospital never reached the facility, despite being listed as delivered in official procurement records….
Gaza Human Rights Crisis: International Bodies Call for Urgent Intervention
Gaza, Palestine (HRNW) International human rights organizations and the Red Cross have described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as “catastrophic,” calling for immediate global intervention. According to a recent report by Amnesty International, hundreds of thousands of people have been completely deprived of basic food and medical facilities. Global NGOs have urged an immediate halt…