Court & Crimes
Supreme Court Acquits Naeem Arshad in 15-Year-Old Murder Case Over 2,500 Rupees Dispute
Lahore, Pakistan (HRNW)- The Supreme Court of Pakistan has delivered a landmark judgment in a 15-year-old murder case stemming from a dispute over 2,500 rupees at a clothing shop, acquitting Naeem Arshad, also known as Pappu, and ordering his immediate release. The court overturned the Lahore High Court’s November 29, 2017, decision, while the trial court…
Court Removes Anti-Terrorism Charges in Attack Case Against Advocate Khawaja Shams‑us‑Slam
Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW)- In the case concerning the attack on Advocate Khawaja Shams‑us‑Slam, the court has removed the anti-terrorism charges and ordered that the case be transferred to the South Sessions Court for trial. The request to remove the anti-terrorism provisions was filed by the accused, Imran Khan Afridi, who argued that the incident was a…
Court Orders FIR for Missing Person in Orangi Town and Seeks Updates on Other Disappearances
Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW)- During hearings on petitions regarding missing persons, the court directed authorities to register a case for a citizen who went missing in Orangi Town. The government’s counsel informed the court that the FIR has not yet been lodged, while the petitioner’s lawyer stated that all details had been provided and law enforcement officers…
Court Issues Notices to Sindh Government and KMC in Gul Plaza Case
Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW)- During hearings on petitions filed against the Gul Plaza tragedy, the court has issued notices to the Sindh government, Commissioner Karachi, Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC), and other relevant parties. The court has directed the Commissioner Karachi to submit a detailed report by February 10. Petitioners informed the court that Gul Plaza is one…
Madras High Court Orders Final Report in Alleged Custodial Death
Madurai, India (HRNW) — The Madras High Court has given investigative authorities two months to file a conclusive report on the custodial death of a Scheduled Caste man, where police torture — not an accidental fall — is alleged. The court has also been urged to consider charges under anti-atrocity laws and ensure justice for the…
USA: Federal Judge Limits ICE Tactics Amid Rights Concerns
Minneapolis, United States (HRNW) —A federal court in Minnesota has issued broad restrictions on how U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents may act during protests and enforcement operations. The injunction was imposed after allegations of excessive force, unconstitutional tactics, and intimidation of peaceful demonstrators, particularly following the controversial death of protester Renée Good at…
Myanmar Denies Genocide Allegations
The Hague, Netherlands (HRNW) — In response to the ongoing genocide trial, Myanmar’s representatives defended the military’s actions as counter-terrorism operations, rejecting charges of genocide. International experts and advocates have condemned this stance, citing evidence of coordinated attacks on civilians, mass graves, and widespread sexual violence. The trial continues to expose deep fractures in global accountability…
Visa Fraud Suspect Arrested at Islamabad Airport
Mirpur (HRNW) — Acting on the directives of DIG Mirpur Dr. Khalid Mehmood Chauhan and SSP Khurram Iqbal, investigative officer Rice Chauhan, along with police personnel, arrested Mohsin Nazar, a resident of Chaksawari Faizpur, at Islamabad Airport. Mohsin Nazar is accused of visa fraud involving crores of rupees and was reportedly attempting to flee to…
Naushahro Feroze Police Recover Kidnapped Boy and Missing Girl in Successful Operations
Naushahro Feroze (HRNW)- Police have achieved significant success in their ongoing efforts to combat crime and ensure the safety of citizens. Under the guidance of ASP/Sub-Divisional Police Officer Moro, Muhammad Asif, New Jatoi Police Station acted on a confidential tip-off and safely recovered an 18-year-old kidnapped boy. The rescued boy has been identified as Zohaib…
Malir Cantt Police Arrest Absconder from Guest House
Karachi (HRNW) — On January 17, 2026, SIP Imdad Ali, along with officials of the police station, was on routine area patrolling when they received information from IT Operator PS Nabeel. The Hotel Eye software indicated that an accused, Muhammad Hassan Khan, son of Muhammad Sajjad Khan, was temporarily staying in Guest House “Four Seasons,” Room…