2025
Government Borrowing from Banks Rises Sharply in First Half of FY2026
Islamabad, Pakistan (HRNW) – The government’s borrowing from banks has increased significantly during the first half of the fiscal year 2026, marking a sharp contrast to the same period last year when the government had repaid debt. According to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the government borrowed Rs. 672…
FIA Offloads Four Passengers Attempting to Travel Abroad on Fake Documents
Islamabad, Pakistan (HRNW) – The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration Wing carried out an operation at Islamabad International Airport, offloading four passengers who were attempting to travel abroad using fake travel documents. According to FIA officials, the passengers — Muhammad Imran, Mian Tauseef, Sultan Afzal, and Abdul Rehman — were scheduled to depart for New…
Anti-Terrorism Court Issues Detailed Verdict in May 9 Gulberg Arson Case
Lahore, Pakistan (HRNW) – An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Lahore has issued a detailed written verdict in two cases related to the May 9 Gulberg incident, involving arson and the burning of vehicles during the violent protests that followed the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. According to the verdict, the court acquitted 23…
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz Announces Increase in Minority Cards and Helmet Exemption for Sikhs
Lahore, Pakistan (HRNW) – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced an increase in the number of minority cards from 75,000 to 100,000, along with a decision to exempt members of the Sikh community from wearing helmets due to their religious practice of wearing turbans. The announcement was made during her address at a…
HRCP Calls for Urgent Protection of Freedom of Expression
Islamabad, Pakistan (HRNW) – The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has urged authorities to uphold freedom of expression and media independence, warning that growing censorship and harassment of journalists threaten democracy. The commission stressed that dissent is not disloyalty and that a free press is essential for accountability and reform. Civil society organisations have…
UN Expert Raises Alarm Over Detention Conditions of Bushra Bibi Khan
Islamabad, Pakistan (HRNW) – A United Nations Special Rapporteur on torture has raised grave concerns over the detention conditions of Bushra Bibi Khan, wife of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The expert noted that her confinement fails to meet basic international human rights standards, citing poor sanitation, limited medical care, and restricted access to family…
Baloch Group Terms Enforced Disappearances of Women as ‘Genocide’
Quetta, Pakistan (HRNW) – The Baloch Students Organisation (BSO) Azad has condemned the ongoing enforced disappearances of Baloch women, describing the practice as “the worst form of genocide.” The group accused security agencies of targeting women for intimidation and called on the United Nations and international human rights bodies to intervene. Families of missing persons…
Afghanistan’s First Female Vice President Warns of Global Neglect
Kabul, Afghanistan (HRNW) –Dr. Sima Samar, Afghanistan’s first female vice president and noted human rights defender, warned that the world has “lost interest” in Afghanistan’s worsening humanitarian crisis. She called on the global community to reengage and support women’s rights under Taliban rule, stressing that silence only empowers oppression. 👉 Keep the voice for human…
UN Experts Concerned Over Treatment of Hunger Strikers in UK
London, United Kingdom (HRNW) –UN human rights experts have voiced grave concern over the treatment of hunger-striking activists linked to Palestine Action in British prisons. The experts urged authorities to ensure humane treatment and compliance with international human rights standards during detentions. 👉 Support credible human rights journalism. Donate now at hrnww.com/donate-us
Farmer Tortured in Police Custody Sparks Outrage in India
Agra, India (HRNW) –A harrowing case of custodial violence has emerged in Uttar Pradesh where police officers allegedly hung a farmer upside down and broke his legs. The state’s Human Rights Commission has launched an inquiry into the brutal incident. Activists have demanded immediate reforms and accountability in law enforcement practices. 👉 Promote justice through…