Women’s Rights
Kidnapped Woman Gives Birth While in Captivity, Police Recover Mother and Newborn Daughter in Naseerabad
Naseerabad (HRNW) – In a deeply distressing incident, the Naseerabad Police have recovered a kidnapped woman and her newborn daughter after a successful operation in the Jhal Magsi area. According to police, Bibi Zahida wife of Nadeem Joya was kidnapped while she was pregnant. During her captivity, she gave birth to a baby girl, who…
3,172 Cases of Violence Against Women Reported in Pakistan During First Six Months of 2026: Sahil Report Raises Human Rights Concerns
Islamabad (HRNW) – A report released by the non-governmental organization Sahil has revealed that 3,172 cases of violence against women were reported across Pakistan during the first six months of 2026 (January to June), highlighting serious concerns regarding women’s safety, protection, and fundamental human rights. According to the report, women faced multiple forms of violence…
Family Taking Pregnant Woman to Hospital Involved in Accident, Two Women Killed and Three Injured
Jamshoro (HRNW) – A tragic road accident near Thana Bola Khan in Jamshoro resulted in the deaths of two women, while three people were injured. According to initial reports, a speeding car overturned near the area. The affected family was reportedly taking a pregnant woman to a hospital for delivery when the accident occurred. As…
Former Fiancé Arrested in Investigation of 16-Year-Old Girl’s Murder in Keamari
Karachi (HRNW) – The Karachi Investigation Police, Keamari South Zone, have announced the arrest of the alleged prime suspect in the murder of a 16-year-old girl in Keamari, following an investigation that relied on forensic and technical evidence. According to police, the body of 16-year-old Armeesh was discovered in a flat in the Keamari area…
Karachi Police Arrest Suspect in Alleged Sexual Assault Case Involving Foreign National
Karachi (HRNW) – Karachi Police have arrested a man accused of allegedly sexually assaulting a foreign national in the Defence Housing Authority (DHA) area of the city. The arrest was made one day after the Darakhshan Police Station registered a First Information Report (FIR) based on the complainant’s statement. According to police and media reports,…
Sindh Government’s Neglect Exposed: Women Development Complex in Karachi’s Scheme 33 Still Just Empty Land After 10 Years
Karachi (HRNW) — Yet another troubling example has emerged of the Sindh government’s apparent lack of interest in public welfare and women’s development, as the state land allocated for a Women Development Complex in Scheme 33 remains vacant even after 10 years, with not a single brick laid. The women’s complex project was announced in…
Iran releases U.S. woman despite tensions; Trump welcomes the move
Tehran / Washington (HRNW) — U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran has permitted an American woman to leave the country. Trump praised the gesture on social media, saying the woman had been wrongly detained during the Biden administration in 2024. Human-rights lawyer Jared Jenser identified the released U.S. national as Dina Karari and said she…
Multan: woman commits suicide after delay in filing rape complaint; RPO issues notice, DSP suspended, SHO and others under investigation
Multan (HRNW) — A woman in Multan reportedly took her own life after authorities delayed registering or acting on her complaint of rape. Following the incident, the Regional Police Officer (RPO) has issued a notice and disciplinary and administrative actions have been launched within the district police. Initial reports indicate the Deputy Superintendent of Police…
Supreme Court Hears Bail Petitions of Mahrang Baloch and Others, Highlighting the Right to Fair Trial and Due Process
Islamabad (HRNW) – The Supreme Court of Pakistan has heard the bail petitions of Mahrang Baloch, Bebo Baloch, and Bebarg Baloch, issuing notices to the prosecutor and other concerned parties. The case was heard by a three-member bench headed by Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar. During the proceedings, Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar asked whether separate First…
UN Women Warns Over One Million Women and Girls Have Lost Critical Humanitarian Support
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW) – UN Women has warned that more than one million women and girls have lost access to essential humanitarian assistance due to significant global funding cuts. According to the agency, women’s organizations operating in conflict and disaster-affected regions are being forced to reduce or suspend services, leaving millions without protection, healthcare, and…