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PEMRA Suspends Geo News License for 15 Days Over Religious Content
Islamabad (HRNW) – The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has suspended the broadcast license of Geo News for 15 days, citing alleged violations of media regulations during the transmission of a religious program aired on 10 Muharram (26 June 2026). According to a notice issued by PEMRA, the action relates to the program “Safar-e-Ishq,”…
President, Prime Minister Vow to Eliminate Terrorism Following Karachi Rangers Camp Attack
Islamabad (HRNW) – President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have strongly condemned the recent attack on a Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) camp in Karachi and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to eliminating terrorism in all its forms. In separate statements, both leaders praised the Pakistan Rangers for thwarting the attack, saying the force once…
Election Commission of Pakistan Announces Schedule for Local Government By-Elections in 20 Districts of Balochistan
Islamabad (HRNW) – The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has announced the schedule for local government by-elections to fill 81 vacant general seats in various local councils across 20 districts of Balochistan. According to the official notification, the by-elections will be held in the districts of Pishin/Barshore, Chagai, Zhob, Sherani, Loralai, Duki, Musa Khel, Sibi,…
Pakistan Sees Alarming Decline in University Enrollments Amid Economic Challenges: Gallup Pakistan Report
Islamabad (HRNW) – A new report by Gallup Pakistan has revealed a concerning decline in university enrollments across the country, highlighting the growing impact of Pakistan’s economic challenges on access to higher education. According to the report, university enrollment in Pakistan reached its highest level of 2.23 million students during the 2020–21 academic year. However,…
Four Police Personnel Injured in Blast Near Police Vehicle in Dasht, Balochistan
Mastung, Pakistan (HRNW) – Four police personnel sustained minor injuries after an improvised explosive device (IED) exploded near a police vehicle in the Dasht area of Mastung District, Balochistan, on Sunday. According to police, the explosion occurred at Pir Wali on the Mian Ghundi Link Road while a police vehicle was transporting prisoners from the…
Claim of Imran Khan’s Signed T-Shirt Selling for $5 Million Sparks Social Media Debate
Islamabad (HRNW)- A claim that a T-shirt signed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan was sold for $5 million has triggered widespread debate on social media and in political circles. The claim was made by PTI leader Shandana Gulzar, prompting mixed reactions from supporters, critics, and political observers. According to political commentators, the discussion extends…
Turkey to Support Pakistan’s Power Sector Reforms, Three Cooperation Agreements Signed
Islamabad (HRNW)- Turkey has expressed its willingness to support Pakistan in the privatization and reform of its power sector, with the two countries signing three new cooperation agreements on June 25. Speaking on the occasion, Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said Turkey will share its expertise with Pakistan in power sector reforms, transmission and distribution networks,…
Government Increases Petroleum Levy on Petrol and Diesel, Fuel Prices Remain Unchanged
Islamabad (HRNW)- The federal government has increased the petroleum levy on petrol and diesel, introducing new levy rates while keeping fuel prices unchanged for the coming week. According to sources in the Petroleum Division, the petroleum levy on high-speed diesel has been increased by Rs6.57 per litre, raising the total levy to Rs79.54 per litre. Similarly,…
Government to Review Global Fuel Prices This Week Before Deciding Petrol and Diesel Rates, Says Petroleum Minister
Islamabad (HRNW)- Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik has said that the government will review international price trends for petrol and diesel during the current week, after which a decision will be made regarding the next course of action. Speaking in Islamabad, the Petroleum Minister said the government is not giving preference to any particular…
Government Keeps Petrol and Diesel Prices Unchanged for a Week Amid Industry Pressure
Islamabad (HRNW)- The federal government has decided to keep the prices of petrol and diesel unchanged for the next week following consultations with petroleum companies. According to sources, despite a decline in global oil prices, petroleum companies urged the government not to reduce domestic fuel prices, citing stock adjustments and potential financial losses. Following these discussions,…