Court & Crimes
Usta Muhammad Police Recover Abductee and Arrest Absconding Suspects
Usta Muhammad, Balochistan (HRNW)- In a successful operation led by the District Police Usta Muhammad, a kidnapped woman was safely recovered, and three wanted suspects were apprehended. The action was carried out under the directives of SP Usta Muhammad Ghulam Hussain Bajoi and the supervision of DSP Circle Muhammad Dawood Khosa. SHO City Inspector Abdul Rauf…
IHC Halts Tree Felling in Islamabad Amid Environmental Concerns
Islamabad, Pakistan (HRNW)- The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued a stay order immediately restraining the Capital Development Authority (CDA) from cutting trees in the federal capital. Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro issued the directive during a hearing of a petition filed by a citizen, Muhammad Naveed Ahmad, who challenged the “illegal and indiscriminate” felling of thousands…
Organized Domestic Theft Ring Busted in Karachi East
Karachi (HRNW)– In a major operation based on intelligence leads, the District East Police arrested five domestic workers from the residence of a prominent industrialist. The women were allegedly part of an organized theft gang that specialized in looting high-value households. According to police reports, the gang leader, identified as Aurooj, stole the locker keys…
Sindh High Court Challenges Lifetime Ban on Former National Athlete Quratulain
KARACHI (HRNW)- The Constitutional Bench of the Sindh High Court (SHC) has formally taken up a petition filed by renowned former athlete and current General Secretary of the Pakistan Padel Federation (PPF), Quratulain, challenging a lifetime ban imposed on her by sports regulatory authorities. During the preliminary hearing, the court issued formal notices to the Pakistan…
City Court Update: Police Officers Accused of Extortion and Brutality; Victim Seeks Registration of Case
KARACHI (HRNW)- In a disturbing case of “protectors becoming predators,” a citizen has approached the City Court seeking the registration of a formal criminal case against high-ranking police officials for alleged kidnapping, threats, and extortion of millions of rupees. The petitioner, Muhammad Nasir, has filed a plea requesting the court to order a case against Sub-Inspector…
Journalist Aslam Shah Granted Bail in PECA Case; Karachi Press Club Welcomes Decision
KARACHI (HRNW)- A Judicial Magistrate (South) has approved the bail application of journalist Aslam Shah, who was recently detained under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA). The court ordered the journalist to submit surety bonds of 30,000 PKR for his release. The case originated from a complaint filed by a Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation…
SHC Issues Notices Over Ban on Qingqi Rickshaws in Karachi
KARACHI (HRNW) — The Sindh High Court (SHC) has taken up a petition challenging the provincial government’s decision to ban Qingqi rickshaws on several major routes across the city. During the hearing today, January 13, 2026, a two-member constitutional bench headed by Justice Yousuf Ali Sayeed issued notices to the Sindh Government, Traffic Police, and…
Imran Aziz Pledges Reform and Strong Representation for Lawyers
Karachi (HRNW)-Mr. Imran Aziz, candidate for the position of General Secretary, Karachi Bar Association (KBA), has reaffirmed his commitment to safeguarding the rights of lawyers, strengthening the Bar’s institutional role, and introducing transparent and efficient administration within the Association. Speaking to members of the legal community, Mr. Imran Aziz stated that the Karachi Bar Association…
Supreme Court Action: Three Officers Penalized for Gross Negligence
Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW) — The Chief Justice of Pakistan has imposed penalties on three officers of the Supreme Court Karachi Registry following an inquiry into charges of gross negligence and administrative lapses. According to an official notification, the disciplinary action was taken under the Supreme Court Establishment Service Rules 2015 after the allegations against the…
Karachi District West Police Arrest Two Motorcycle Lifters in Surjani Town Crackdown
Karachi (HRNW)- In a successful intelligence-based operation, the Surjani Town Police under the supervision of SSP West Tariq Elahi Mastoi apprehended two suspects involved in motorcycle theft. The arrested individuals, identified as Salman (son of Nadeem) and Muhammad Faisal (son of Muhammad Hussain), were caught after being spotted in CCTV footage carrying out a theft…