Human Rights Awareness
Legal Verification and Written Agreements Essential in Pledge and Financial Transactions: DIG Operations Faisal Kamran
Lahore (HRNW) — DIG Operations Faisal Kamran has directed police officials to take immediate action on citizens’ complaints during an open court, stressing that legal verification and written agreements are essential in pledge and financial transactions to protect citizens from fraud and financial losses. During the open court, complaints regarding alleged fraud in pledge-related transactions…
Launch Ceremony Held for DIG Dr. Maqsood Ahmed’s Book “Security Training Handbook”
Karachi (HRNW): A prestigious launch ceremony of the book “Security Training Handbook (Volume-I)” authored by DIG Security & Emergency Services Division Dr. Maqsood Ahmed was held at the Special Security Unit (SSU) Headquarters. The ceremony was attended by Inspector General of Sindh Police Javed Alam Odho as the chief guest, along with Additional IG Karachi…
Major Relief in Pension Rules: Heirs of Deceased Employees with Less Than 10 Years of Service May Also Qualify for Pension
Islamabad (HRNW) — A major relief has reportedly been extended to families of deceased government employees. According to a recent letter issued by the Finance Department, the heirs of a government employee who dies during service before completing the mandatory 10-year service period may also be eligible for pension under a special concession. Under the…
KU hosts Thalassemia awareness seminar, blood screening drive, tree plantation campaign
Karachi (HRNW) The Department of Microbiology of the University of Karachi organized a seminar on Thalassemia awareness, coupled with a blood screening program and a tree plantation campaign, in connection with Independence Week celebrations, on Wednesday. The event brought together medical experts, faculty members, and students to highlight the urgent need for preventive measures against…
Supreme Court Rules Government Employees’ Salaries Cannot Be Withheld or Reduced as Punishment
Islamabad (HRNW): In a significant ruling concerning the rights of public servants, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has held that the salary of a government employee cannot be withheld or reduced as a form of punishment. The Court clarified that neither the government nor any public department has the authority to stop or deduct an…
Pakistan Approves Nationwide Unified Online Police Character Certificate System
Islamabad (HRNW): The Federal Government has approved a nationwide unified online Police Character/Police Clearance Certificate system, introducing a standardized and digital process aimed at making the issuance of police clearance certificates faster, more transparent, and accessible across Pakistan. The approval was granted during a meeting chaired by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi at the National…
Supreme Court Rules Government Employees Who Complete 20 Years of Service Remain Entitled to Pension Despite Resignation
Islamabad (HRNW) – The Supreme Court of Pakistan has delivered a landmark judgment, ruling that a government employee who has completed the legally required qualifying service for pension does not lose the right to pension merely because they resigned from service or claimed pension after a significant delay. The judgment was delivered on 07 January…
Special Railway Travel Discount Announced for Senior Citizens
Karachi (HRNW) – An important announcement regarding travel facilities for senior citizens has been shared. According to the information available, senior citizens aged 65 to 75 years will be eligible for special discounts on railway travel across six different train services. The announced discounts include: 50% discount on Economy Class fares 25% discount on Air-Conditioned…
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026: Global Call to End Human Exploitation and Protect Victims
New York/Geneva (HRNW) – The world is observing World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026 on 30 July, with a renewed call for stronger global action to prevent human trafficking, protect victims, and dismantle criminal networks involved in exploitation. The United Nations has highlighted that human trafficking remains a serious crime and a grave violation…
Important Public Message for Citizens Whose Fingerprints Are No Longer Available for Biometric Verification
All respected citizens whose fingerprints have faded, become unclear, or disappeared due to old age, illness, accidents, or other reasons may face difficulties in matters requiring biometric verification, such as opening a bank account, obtaining a mobile SIM card, or completing other official procedures. Such citizens can present the relevant Lahore High Court order to…