Human Rights Awareness
World Snake Day Observed on 16 July to Promote Conservation and Public Awareness
Islamabad (HRNW) – World Snake Day is observed annually on 16 July in Pakistan and around the world to raise public awareness about the ecological importance of snakes, encourage their conservation, and dispel widespread myths and unnecessary fear associated with these reptiles. Environmental experts state that snakes play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance…
92% of World Population May Be Affected by Cancer at Some Stage of Life, WHO Warns
Geneva (HRNW): The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have highlighted the growing global threat of cancer in their latest Global Status Report on Cancer 2026. According to the report, around 92% of the world’s population may face the risk or impact of cancer at some stage of…
Health Experts Warn of Physical Risks Linked to Excessive Mobile Phone and Digital Device Use
London (HRNW): Health experts have warned that excessive use of mobile phones and other digital devices may have significant effects not only on the neck, spine, and eyesight but also on skin health, muscle strength, posture, and overall physical well-being. According to specialists, prolonged use of smartphones with the head bent forward can lead to…
Indian Judge Reportedly Declines Official Perks, Chooses a Life of Simplicity and Public Service
According to media reports from India, Akshay Kumar Dwivedi, an Additional Sessions Judge posted in Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh, has attracted public attention for his simple lifestyle and commitment to judicial service. Reports claim that Judge Dwivedi has declined a government bungalow, official VIP vehicle, and several other state-provided privileges. Instead, he reportedly lives in a…
HRNW Pays Tribute to Abdul Sattar Edhi on His Death Anniversary
Karachi (HRNW) – On 8 July, Human Rights News Worldwide (HRNW) joins the people of Pakistan and admirers across the globe in paying heartfelt tribute to the late Abdul Sattar Edhi, whose extraordinary legacy of compassion, selfless service, and humanity continues to inspire millions. Recognized as one of the world’s greatest humanitarians, Abdul Sattar Edhi…
Supreme Court Issues Important Judgment on Government Employees’ Service Seniority
Islamabad (HRNW)- The Supreme Court of Pakistan, in Civil Petitions No. 1065-K of 2025 and others, has issued an important judgment upholding the decision of the Sindh Services Tribunal regarding the determination of seniority among government employees. The case pertained to the inter-se seniority of lecturers in the College Education Department of Sindh, where appointments were…
World Parrot Day: A Global Commitment to Protecting Avian Habitat and Biodiversity
ISLAMABAD (HRNW) – Celebrated globally every year on May 31, “World Parrot Day” serves as a crucial reminder that parrots are not merely beautiful, vibrant, and charming birds, but are an essential and indispensable part of our planet’s biodiversity and natural ecosystem. According to wildlife and environmental experts, deforestation and increasing human intervention are rapidly…
A Groundbreaking Invention That Could Shape the Future! New Technology Extracts 1,000 Liters of Clean Water Daily from Air
ISLAMABAD (HRNW) – In a remarkable development aimed at addressing global water scarcity, a revolutionary invention has emerged that could transform access to clean drinking water. A Nobel Prize-winning scientist has developed an advanced technology capable of extracting approximately 1,000 liters of clean, potable water daily directly from the atmosphere. The technical operational highlights of…
Islamabad: May 24 Designated as ‘International Markhor Day’; Special Report on the Conservation Success of Pakistan’s National Animal
ISLAMABAD (HRNW) – International Markhor Day is celebrated globally every year on May 24. The primary objective of this day is to raise global awareness regarding the conservation and survival of this rare, majestic, and unique wild animal. The United Nations (UN) officially declared this international observance, making it a prominent global symbol for environmental…
Islamabad: Khula Cannot Be Granted Without Wife’s Explicit Consent, Rules Supreme Court in Landmark Family Law Judgment
ISLAMABAD (HRNW) – The Supreme Court of Pakistan has issued a comprehensive and landmark judgment regarding family disputes and dissolution of marriage, ruling that a decree of Khula (divorce initiated by the wife) cannot be granted without the explicit, informed, and unambiguous consent of the wife. A three-member bench, headed by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi,…