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Citizen Issued 46 E-Challans During Petrol Relief Registration, Motorcycle Seized
Lahore (HRNW)- Registering for petrol relief proved to be costly for a citizen, as 46 e-challans were issued against him during the registration process. According to sources, as soon as the citizen went through the registration process, a record of several violations appeared in his name in the traffic system, the total number of which…
Power Shortfall Surpasses 5,700MW as Energy Crisis Deepens Across Pakistan
Lahore (HRNW)- The energy crisis has intensified across the country, with the electricity shortfall exceeding 5,000 megawatts. According to Power Division sources, the electricity shortfall in the country has reached 5,726 megawatts, electricity production is 14,274 megawatts, while electricity demand is 20,000 megawatts. Sources say that the country’s hydroelectric power production is 1,530 megawatts, thermal…
Human Rights Appeal: Fiscal Austerity and Social Protection
Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW) Human Rights News Worldwide (HRNW) issues an urgent appeal to policymakers regarding the protection of fundamental rights during this period of high fiscal austerity. Following the decision to halt non-essential development projects, we call on the government to ensure that the saved 100 billion PKR is transparently redirected toward social safety nets….
US Defense Secretary Warns Iran Over Strait of Hormuz and Ceasefire Options
Islamabad (HRNW)- Former Foreign Secretary Jalil Abbas Jilani has said that the level of diplomacy being carried out by the Prime Minister and Field Marshal has rarely been seen in his entire diplomatic career. Jalil Abbas Jilani said that during the first round of negotiations between Iran and the US, a consensus was reached on…
Sui Gas Companies Seek Price Increase from New Financial Year
Islamabad (HRNW)- Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited and Sui Southern Gas Company have submitted formal applications to the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority for an increase in gas prices from the new financial year. According to the details, Sui Southern Gas Company has requested an increase of Rs 5306 per MMBTU in the average price…
Election Commission Issues Punjab Local Government Delimitation Schedule
Islamabad (HRNW)- The Election Commission of Pakistan has issued a schedule for delimitation (demarcation) for the local government elections in Punjab. According to the Election Commission, the delimitation process of union councils in Punjab will be completed by August 10. Instructions have also been issued to complete the preparation of delimitation under the Punjab Local…
Pakistan Navy Successfully Tests Locally Developed Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile
Islamabad (HRNW)- Pakistan Navy has successfully conducted a live weapon firing test under the capability to target targets with precision at sea, in which a locally developed ship-launched anti-ship ballistic missile was successfully tested. According to the spokesperson, the missile accurately hit its target at very high speed and long range, which is being described…
Sui Gas Companies Seek Major Price Hike from July 1
Islamabad (HRNW)- Sui Gas Companies have formally approached the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority for a major increase in gas prices from July 1. The gas companies have requested to increase the average gas price to Rs 5,306 per MMBTU. According to sources, Sui Gas Companies have claimed a total shortfall of Rs 1,650 billion…
State Bank Confirms $2 Billion Saudi Funds to Strengthen Forex Reserves
Islamabad (HRNW)- The State Bank of Pakistan has officially confirmed the receipt of $2 billion in funds from Saudi Arabia. According to the central bank, this amount was transferred to Pakistan by the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Finance on April 15, 2026. According to sources in the Ministry of Finance, Saudi Arabia has also assured…
Punjab Introduces Stamp Ordinance 2026 to Make Property Transactions Transparent and Secure
Lahore (HRNW)- The Punjab government has enacted the Stamp Ordinance 2026 (Amendment) to make land and property transactions more transparent, secure and easy. Under this amendment, “Assignable Conveyance” has been given regular legal status for the first time. This important step has been taken in light of the recommendations of the Punjab Land Records Authority,…