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OGRA Reduces Kerosene Price by Rs6.85 Per Litre, New Rate Fixed at Rs227.05
Islamabad (HRNW) – OGRA has issued a notification to reduce the price of kerosene, according to which the new price of kerosene has been fixed at Rs 227.5 per liter. According to the notification, the price of kerosene was earlier Rs 233.90 per liter, thus the consumers have got a relief of Rs 6.85 per…
Ashura Processions Conclude Peacefully Across Pakistan Amid Tight Security
Islamabad (HRNW)- In memory of the great sacrifices of the grandson of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), and the martyrs of Karbala, mourning processions and religious gatherings were held across Pakistan on Ashura (10th Muharram). The processions concluded peacefully through their designated routes under extensive security arrangements. According to reports, mourning processions…
PM Shehbaz Sharif Reaffirms Pakistan’s Commitment to End Violence, Calls for Protection of Human Rights
Islamabad (HRNW)- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that violence and all forms of inhuman or degrading treatment are unacceptable in any civilized society and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to protecting human dignity and fundamental human rights. In his message on the International Day in Support of Victims of Violence, the Prime Minister expressed Pakistan’s solidarity with…
Maryam Nawaz Congratulates Team Punjab for Peaceful Muharram and Ashura Arrangements
Lahore (HRNW)- Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has congratulated all institutions, including provincial ministers, members of the provincial assembly, district administrations, Punjab Police, law enforcement agencies and other departments for maintaining peace and order during Ashura across the province. In a message posted on the social media platform X, the Chief Minister thanked Almighty Allah…
Pakistan Could Save $340 Million Annually on Iranian Oil Imports if Sanctions Are Lifted
Islamabad (HRNW)- A research report by financial analysis firm Topline Securities has stated that Pakistan could save $340 million annually on crude oil imports from Iran if economic sanctions are lifted, while bilateral trade between the two neighboring countries is also expected to increase significantly. According to APP, the report noted that Pakistan and Iran historically…
Awam Express Coach Derails, All Passengers Safe
Kharian (HRNW)- The Awam Express, which was upgraded by Pakistan Railways a few months ago, experienced a derailment after one of its coaches went off the tracks near Kharian. According to initial reports, the train was traveling from Karachi to Peshawar when the incident occurred. Fortunately, all passengers remained safe and no casualties or injuries have…
Federal Government, Gilgit-Baltistan to Review Police Posts Distribution Formula
Islamabad (HRNW)- The federal government and the Government of Gilgit-Baltistan have decided to review the existing formula for the distribution of police posts between the federation and the region. According to official sources, a proposal is under consideration to make necessary amendments to the PSP Composition Cadre and Seniority Rules, 1985, as well as the Fourth…
Pakistani Security Forces Rescue Sick Afghan Woman, Ensure Safe Return Through Angoor Adda Borde
South Waziristan (HRNW)- Pakistani security forces displayed humanitarian assistance during border tensions in the Angoor Adda region of South Waziristan by rescuing a sick Afghan woman and ensuring her safe return to her family. According to the report, during the ongoing border tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, a seriously ill Afghan woman reached the Pakistani side…
Tourist Vehicle Plunges into Ravine Near Badrakni, One Killed and Several Injured
Peshawar (HRNW)- One person was killed and several others were injured after a vehicle carrying tourists from Peshawar to Dogdara plunged into a deep ravine in the Badrakni area. According to initial reports, local residents rushed to the scene, rescued the injured passengers from the vehicle, and shifted them to a nearby hospital for medical treatment….
PM, President and Senate Chairman Pay Tribute to Imam Hussain (RA) on Ashura, Urge Nation to Embrace Unity and Justice
Islamabad (HRNW)- On the occasion of Ashura Day, 10 Muharram 1448 AH, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, President Asif Ali Zardari and Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani, in their separate messages, paid tribute to the great sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) and the martyrs of Karbala, urging the nation to make the principles of…