Court & Crimes
12 Suspects Presented in Court Over Ponzi Scheme and Online Fraud
Karachi (HRNW) — The Eastern Judicial Magistrate’s Court heard a case involving a Ponzi scheme and online fraud targeting citizens, with 12 suspects presented by jail authorities. Among the accused, seven are Chinese nationals, while two other Chinese suspects remain at large. The court has issued non-bailable arrest warrants for the two absconding suspects….
Sindh High Court Hears Appeal of Uncle Convicted for Raping Niece
Karachi (HRNW) — The Sindh High Court on Thursday heard the appeal of convict Naseeb Gul, who was sentenced to life imprisonment and fined Rs. 100,000 for sexually assaulting his niece. The hearing took an unusual turn when the defense lawyer summoned the victim’s mother to court without prior permission. Expressing strong displeasure, Justice Iqbal…
Larkano Police Trace and Solve Jeelas Bazaar Theft Case — Main Accused Arrested, Stolen Property Recovered
Larkano (HRNW)- Theft case involving five shops in Jeelas Bazaar traced and solved by Larkano Police. 🔹 Main accused arrested. 🔹 Stolen property recovered. Details: A few days ago, on the occasion of New Year, incidents of theft were reported at five shops in Jeelas Bazaar, located within the jurisdiction of Market Police Station. Following…
Greek Court Acquits Migrant Rescue Volunteers
Lesbos, Greece (HRNW) — A court on the island of Lesbos has acquitted 24 humanitarian workers, including Syrian refugee and Olympic swimmer Sarah Mardini, of charges related to aiding migrant rescues in the Aegean Sea. The group, affiliated with Emergency Response Centre International, had faced accusations of espionage and facilitating illegal entry.Human rights organizations such as…
Supreme Court Grants Bail in Rape Case, Emphasizes Need for Serious Investigations Regardless of Severity of Allegation
Islamabad (HRNW)- The Supreme Court approved the bail application of a suspect involved in a rape case, noting that the gravity of an allegation must be matched by equally serious investigations. During the hearing, the defense counsel argued that the accused completely denies the charges. Justice Mandokhail remarked that not every reported case is confirmed as…
Indian Court Convicts Kashmiri Leader Asiya Andrabi and Two Others in Politically Motivated Case
New Delhi (HRNW) A New Delhi court has convicted Hurriyat leader Asiya Andrabi in what observers describe as a politically motivated case. According to the Kashmir Media Cell (KMC), the court also found Hurriyat leaders Fahmida Sofi and Naheeda Nasreen guilty. The case was heard in the notorious Indian National Investigation Agency (NIA) court, where…
Japan: The Supreme Court and Marriage Equality
Tokyo, Japan (HRNW) Following a series of conflicting lower court rulings, Japan’s Supreme Court is now set to deliver a final verdict on the constitutionality of the country’s ban on same-sex marriage. Activists argue that the current legal framework violates the “right to equality” and “the pursuit of happiness,” making this one of the most…
SHC Issues Strong Remarks on E-Challan System and Traffic Violations
Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW) — The Sindh High Court (SHC) conducted a hearing regarding various petitions filed against the E-Challan system in Karachi, issuing stern remarks on the state of traffic lawlessness and the technical flaws within the current penalty framework. During the proceedings, counsel for heavy vehicle owners argued that the current system unfairly targets vehicle…
Nishtar Colony: Married Woman Attempts Suicide After Domestic Dispute
Lahore, Pakistan (HRNW)- In a distressing incident in the Nishtar Colony area of Lahore, a married woman identified as Nabila attempted to end her life following a domestic dispute with her husband. According to the local police, the argument escalated to a point where the woman took extreme measures by extracting petrol from a motorcycle and…
Ghaziabad Police Bust Dangerous “Honey Trap” Gang; Two Arrested
Lahore, Pakistan (HRNW) — Under the directives of SP Cantt Akhlaq Ullah Tarar, the Ghaziabad Police successfully dismantled a dangerous gang involved in “honey trapping” and kidnapping for ransom. The operation, led by SHO Ghaziabad Iftikhar Alam, resulted in the arrest of two key suspects, identified as Imtiaz and a woman named Zeenat. According to SP…