Karachi

KARACHI (HRNW): In a blatant violation of urban planning laws and civic rights, reports have surfaced regarding the illegal construction of a wedding hall on land specifically reserved for a hospital in Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Block 3A (ST-1). Sources allege that the construction is proceeding under the purported patronage of the concerned Executive Engineer (XEN) and Director,…

KARACHI (HRNW): Sindh Provincial Interior Minister Zia-ul-Hasan Lanjar has stated that departmental promotion is a recognition of hard work, integrity, and outstanding performance. He emphasized that it is incumbent upon police officers to fulfill their new responsibilities with a spirit of public service and the supremacy of the law. The Minister shared these views while…

KARACHI (HRNW): A sophisticated and dangerous new method of digital fraud has surfaced in Karachi, involving the use of synthetic “silicon thumbs” to bypass biometric security and deprive citizens of millions of rupees. The Modus Operandi The scam came to light after a local resident reported that their mobile network suddenly deactivated. Investigations revealed that…

KARACHI (HRNW): In a significant move to honor the religious observances of the Christian community, the Sindh Government has prohibited the conduct of examinations during Holy Week and Easter. All educational boards across the province have been formally directed to ensure that no exams are scheduled between April 2 and April 6, 2026. According to…

KARACHI (HRNW): In compliance with the orders of the Sindh High Court under Constitutional Petition No. 6231 of 2022, the State and Enforcement Department of the Karachi Development Authority (KDA) launched a large-scale operation against illegal encroachments. The action targeted commercial plot number SB 3/1 in Gulistan-e-Jauhar Block 11, Scheme 36, where unauthorized structures were…

KARACHI (HRNW): To stabilize the prices of essential commodities during the holy month of Ramadan, the Commissioner of Karachi has initiated a series of rigorous administrative measures. Following official directives, specialized “Ramadan Counters” have been established across 71 major supermarkets throughout the city to ensure the availability of items at regulated rates. Five-Day Enforcement Report…

KARACHI (HRNW) –  Following the directives of Sindh Education Minister Syed Sardar Ali Shah, the Sindh Teachers Development Authority (STEDA) has officially launched the “Sindh Teachers Helpline.” During the inaugural session, which ran for two hours from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, a total of 25 phone calls were received from educators across the province….

KARACHI (HRNW) – A prominent political leader has dismissed the recent resolution passed by the Sindh Assembly regarding Karachi, asserting that it carries no legal or practical weight. The leader questioned the moral and religious standing of the assembly’s decisions, stating, “If the Sindh Assembly passes a resolution in favor of prohibited alcohol, does that…

KARACHI (HRNW) – Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has launched a rigorous crackdown across the city targeting gas theft and the use of illegal pressure-boosting suction pumps. In a statement issued today, an SSGC spokesperson announced that the company is moving beyond mere fines. Authorities will now register formal criminal cases and make immediate arrests of…

KARACHI (HRNW) –A devastating road accident at Korangi Crossing has claimed the life of a three-year-old girl and left her minor brother and uncle critically injured after a speeding oil tanker overran their motorcycle. According to police reports, the victim, identified as 3-year-old Saira, a resident of Korangi Allah Wala Town, was traveling with her…