2025
Strong 6.4 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby (HRNW)- A strong earthquake measuring 6.4 on the Richter scale was felt in various parts of Papua New Guinea, causing panic among residents as people rushed out of their homes and offices after experiencing the tremors. According to international news agencies and the Seismological Center, the earthquake occurred at a depth of 108…
Two Suspects Identified in Murder of Student Leader Usman Hadi
Dhaka (HRNW)- Two people involved in the murder of Usman Hadi, a leader of the student movement against Hasina Wajid, have been identified. Sharif Usman Hadi, who was among the front-line leaders of the nationwide student movement against Sheikh Hasina Wajid’s authoritarian government, was injured in an assassination attempt and spent several days struggling for…
President Trump Reacts to Release of Epstein Files, Expresses Regret Over Bill Clinton Photos
Washington (HRNW)- US President Donald Trump expressed his sadness over seeing photos of Bill Clinton in the Epstein files. President Trump on Monday broke his silence on the release of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein by the Justice Department, saying that many people are facing criticism based on the photos in the…
Dignified Cake-Cutting Ceremony Held on the 149th Birth Anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam
Hyderabad (HRNW)- A dignified and purposeful cake-cutting ceremony was organized by the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Organization at Gulshan Gilani House on the occasion of the 149th birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah (R.A.). The ceremony commenced with the recitation of the Holy Qur’an, followed by paying rich tribute to the great…
Greta Thunberg Arrested in London for Pro-Palestine Protest, Raising Alarms Over Free Speech
London, United Kingdom (HRNW)- Prominent environmental and human rights activist Greta Thunberg has been arrested in London after peacefully raising her voice in support of Palestinian rights, triggering serious concerns among human rights defenders about the misuse of security laws and the erosion of freedom of expression. According to reports, Greta Thunberg was participating in…
Domestic Violence Case Verdict Highlights Legal Gaps in Pakistan’s Protection of Women
Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW)- An Additional District and Sessions Judge (Central) has acquitted a woman’s husband and two brothers-in-law in a domestic violence-related case, while strongly criticizing the shortcomings of Pakistani law in dealing with abuse that leads to suicide. The case involved 32-year-old Saba Anjum, who died by suicide after only seven months of marriage,…
Boom in IT sector exports welcome sign Altaf Shakoor
Karachi (HRNW)- A sharp increase in export of IT sector is a welcome sign for the national economy, showing a great potential in this field, said Pasban Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman Altaf Shakoor here Tuesday. He said $1.4 billion IT export in a quarter indicates potential achievement of over $5 billion this FY. He said…
Blatant Violation of Law: Illegal Restaurant Construction Resumes in District East Despite Prior Demolition
Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW)- In a clear contravention of law and urban planning regulations, illegal construction of a restaurant has once again resumed on Plot No. 32/2, KDA Scheme, Tipu Sultan Road, located in District East, Karachi. The plot, measuring 300 square yards, is officially designated for residential use only, making any commercial construction unlawful under…
International Aid Cuts Impact Survivors of Violence Abroad
Washington — United States (HRNW)- Cuts to U.S. foreign aid have had severe human rights consequences in conflict zones abroad. Recent reporting shows that rape survivors in eastern Congo have been left without life‑saving medical care after U.S. assistance for critical treatment kits was withdrawn, leading to health crises and deeper suffering for already vulnerable…
U.S. Incarceration and Racial Disparities Remain Major Rights Issues
New York — United States (HRNW)- Recent human rights assessments highlight persistent challenges within the U.S. criminal justice system, including one of the world’s highest incarceration rates, racial disparities at every stage of the legal process, and ongoing use of the death penalty. These systemic issues continue to draw criticism from rights organizations advocating for…