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ISLAMABAD: (HRNW) In a strategic move to bolster Pakistan’s pharmaceutical independence, Federal Minister for National Health Services, Syed Mustafa Kamal, held a high-level meeting with Major General (R) Prof. Dr. Abdul Khaliq Naveed (HI-M) and Colonel Jafar. The discussion focused on accelerating local vaccine manufacturing, advancing medical research and development (R&D), and strengthening scientific ties within…

ISLAMABAD: (HRNW) The Islamabad Police have apprehended 11 women and three men participating in the “Aurat March” (Women’s March) in the federal capital. According to official police statements, the arrests were made following a breach of Section 144, which is currently enforced across the city to prohibit public gatherings and demonstrations. Law enforcement officials maintained that…

ISLAMABAD: (HRNW) In a significant diplomatic gesture, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has sent a formal letter to the newly appointed Supreme Leader of Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei. The Prime Minister offered profound condolences on behalf of the people of Pakistan and the Muslim Ummah following the martyrdom of the late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The letter…

LAHORE: (HRNW) In a landmark move to curb weapon display and misuse, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has officially approved “The Punjab Surrender Illicit Arms Act 2026.” This is the first time the province has prepared such a comprehensive legislative framework specifically designed to eliminate illegal weaponry and regulate the possession of even licensed arms….

DHAKA: (HRNW) Bangladesh handed Pakistan a devastating 8-wicket defeat in the first One Day International (ODI), as the visitors’ batting lineup crumbled under pressure. Pakistan was bundled out for a paltry 114 runs, marking their lowest-ever ODI total against Bangladesh. The performance has sparked intense criticism from fans and analysts alike, with many labeling the…

ISLAMABAD (HRNW) : Director General of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), Dr. Usman Anwar, presided over a high-level meeting at the FIA Headquarters to streamline international cooperation against cross-border crimes. The session was attended by senior leadership and officers stationed at the FIA’s International Link Offices across the globe, who provided a detailed briefing on…

Islamabad (HRNW)- The National Assembly session, chaired by Deputy Speaker Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, approved several important pieces of legislation during proceedings in the federal capital. Among the major bills passed was the Mandatory Thalassemia Screening Bill 2025, which makes thalassemia testing mandatory for couples before marriage. According to the bill, if a marriage is registered…

Islamabad (HRNW)- The National Assembly Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis, chaired by Syed Rafiullah, held a meeting in Islamabad where the Ministry of Foreign Affairs briefed members on the situation of Pakistani citizens living in different countries and possible emergency evacuation measures. Officials informed the committee that 113 Pakistanis in Azerbaijan have been provided assistance, while…

Lahore (HRNW)- The Punjab government has introduced a major digital reform in the stamping system to promote convenience, transparency, and faster services for citizens by gradually replacing traditional security stamp papers with online e-stamps. Under reforms implemented through the Board of Revenue Punjab, citizens can now pay stamp duty and obtain stamp papers completely online. Through…

Lahore (HRNW)- The ongoing tensions and war situation between Iran, the United States, and Israel have severely disrupted global air operations, leading to thousands of flight cancellations and millions of passengers stranded at airports worldwide, including in Pakistan. According to data received by HRNW News, six major Middle Eastern airlines—Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, FlyDubai, Qatar Airways,…