Women’s Rights
Heroic Welcome for Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Team in Karachi After Historic Triumph at South Asian Championship 2026
KARACHI (HRNW): The Pakistan National Ju-Jitsu team returned home to a thunderous reception at Jinnah International Airport after a historic performance at the South Asian Ju-Jitsu Championship 2026 held in Dagana, Sri Lanka. National athletes were greeted with rhythmic applause, passionate slogans of “Pakistan Zindabad,” and showers of rose petals as fans and officials gathered…
Sindh Home Minister Takes Notice of Viral Woman’s Murder Video in Khairpur; Main Suspects Arrested
KHAIRPUR (HRNW)- Sindh Minister for Home and Law, Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar, has taken strict notice of a viral social media video showing the brutal murder of a woman in Tando Masti, Khairpur. The Minister demanded an immediate report from the SSP Khairpur, stating that such heinous acts are a direct violation of the Sufi traditions of Sindh…
Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, 2010
The Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, 2010 (significantly strengthened by the 2022 Amendment) is a landmark piece of legislation in Pakistan. It is designed to create a safe working environment by providing a legal framework to report and penalize harassment. 1. Scope and Inclusivity Initially focused on women in formal employment,…
Middle East Peace Talks; U.S. Second Lady Usha Vance Joins Vice President J.D. Vance in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD (HRNW): As high-level diplomatic negotiations for Middle East peace continue in the federal capital, the presence of Usha Vance, wife of U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, has garnered significant attention. Following the global diplomatic tradition where world leaders are often accompanied by their spouses on official state visits, the Second Lady’s arrival in Pakistan…
Police Negligence in Lahore; Abducted Mother of Four Brutally Murdered After Pleas for Help Ignored
LAHORE (HRNW): A harrowing case of alleged police incompetence and systemic apathy has emerged from Shahdara Town, where a 30-year-old woman named Saira was found brutally murdered after police repeatedly refused to register her abduction case. Saira, a mother of four who was recently out on bail, was allegedly kidnapped by her in-laws outside the…
Islamabad Police Constable Suspended After Altercation with Female Journalist; IG Orders Strict Action
ISLAMABAD (HRNW): Inspector General of Islamabad Police, Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, has taken immediate notice of an incident involving a police constable’s rude behavior and verbal altercation with a female journalist. The IG has ordered the suspension and charge-sheeting of the official, while issuing a fresh code of ethics for the entire force. Immediate Disciplinary…
Samar Khan Becomes First Pakistani Athlete to Conquer the Arctic Expedition
OSLO/KARACHI (HRNW): Adventure athlete Samar Khan has etched her name in history by becoming the first Pakistani to successfully complete the Fjällräven Polar Challenge. The grueling 300-kilometer expedition across the Arctic wilderness was undertaken via dog sled in some of the world’s most extreme sub-zero conditions. Starting in Sweden and concluding in the rugged terrains…
Punjab Food Authority Chief Commends Heroic Team; Vows Zero Tolerance Against “Food Terrorists”
LAHORE (HRNW): In line with the Punjab Government’s “Zero Tolerance” policy against food adulteration, the Director General of the Punjab Food Authority (PFA), Asim Javed, met with the enforcement team that recently displayed exceptional bravery during an operation against the milk mafia. The DG lauded the team’s courage, distributing commendation certificates and cash prizes to…
Pakistan’s Pride: Major Aisha Khan Successfully Completes UN Peacekeeping Mission in Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus (HRNW)- The daughters of Pakistan continue to leave indelible marks on the global stage through their professionalism and dedication. Today, we salute Major Aisha Khan on the successful completion of her tenure with the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP). Serving as a Military Public Information Officer, Major Aisha did not merely manage…
Heartbreaking Incident in Liaquat Colony: Wedding Cancelled as Groom’s Family Demands Additional Dowry Money
HYDERABAD (HRNW) – A deeply distressing and heart-wrenching incident occurred in the Liaquat Colony area of Hyderabad, within the jurisdiction of the Sakhi Pir Police Station, where a household’s wedding celebrations turned into a scene of mourning on the day of the ceremony. According to reports, the groom’s family refused to bring the wedding procession…