2026
Sindh Bar Council Protests Police Action Against Participants of Baberlo Sit-In Over Missing Children Cases
Karachi (HRNW) – The Sindh Bar Council announced a strike across courts in the province to protest the police action against participants of the Baberlo bypass sit-in and the continued non-recovery of Priya Kumari and other missing children. The Sindh Bar Council had announced a boycott of court proceedings across Sindh; however, reports indicate that…
Anti-Terrorism Court Hears Kidnapping-for-Ransom Case Against Actor Muneeb Butt, Police Declare Him Innocent
Karachi (HRNW) – The Anti-Terrorism Court held a hearing in the kidnapping-for-ransom case registered against actor Muneeb Butt, during which his lawyer submitted an application seeking withdrawal of his bail request. According to the police challan submitted before the court, actor Muneeb Butt has been declared innocent in the case. Police stated that during the…
Another Prisoner Dies in Malir Jail, Raising Concerns Over Prison Healthcare Facilities
Karachi (HRNW) – Another prisoner has died during treatment, with concerns being raised over the health facilities and medical care available to inmates at Malir Jail, Karachi. According to police, the deceased prisoner was identified as Raheem Jan, who had been arrested under the Mawa Act. Police stated that he was shifted to a hospital…
Supreme Court Orders Transfer of All NAB Cases to Constitutional Court
Islamabad (HRNW) – The Supreme Court of Pakistan has issued an important decision regarding cases related to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), ordering that all pending NAB cases be transferred to the Constitutional Court. In its ruling, the Supreme Court observed that under Article 175 of the Constitution and the NAB law, the Supreme Court…
Two Ancient Statues Discovered During Excavation at Karachi’s Lee Market
Karachi (HRNW) – Two ancient statues have been discovered during infrastructure excavation work at the historic Lee Market in Karachi, in what is being described as a potentially significant archaeological find. Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab confirmed the discovery by sharing photographs of the statues on social media, describing the find as an exciting development…
Karachi Police Arrest Woman Allegedly Involved in Motorcycle Theft
Karachi (HRNW) – Police in Karachi’s District East have arrested a woman allegedly involved in a motorcycle theft ring during an intelligence-based operation carried out by Soldier Bazaar Police Station. According to the East Police spokesperson, the suspect, Sehar Bibi, wife of Kashif Khan, was identified and arrested with the assistance of CCTV footage. Police…
London Coroner Rules Death of Saudi Prince Was Accidental
London (HRNW) – During a hearing at Inner West London Coroner’s Court, it was revealed that 29-year-old Saudi Prince Abdullah bin Fahd bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Jalawi Al Saud was found dead in the bathroom of a hotel in Kensington. According to medical and toxicology reports presented to the court, the prince died from…
Keamari Police Arrest Suspect Wanted in Motorcycle Robbery Case
Karachi (HRNW) – Police in Karachi’s Keamari District have arrested a suspect allegedly involved in a motorcycle robbery during a targeted operation carried out by Baldia Police Station based on intelligence information. According to the Keamari Police spokesperson, the suspect, Tariq, son of Aziz, was identified through CCTV footage and arrested following an intelligence-led operation….
18-Year-Old Worker Mysteriously Goes Missing, Family Alleges Police Refused to Register Complaint
Karachi (HRNW) – An 18-year-old man, Muhammad Saeed, son of Abdul Hameed, has reportedly gone missing after leaving his home in Sector 16-B, Gabol Town, Federal B Area, for work. His family says he has not returned home, prompting a desperate search. According to his relatives, Muhammad Saeed was employed at Royal Plastic House (Old…
ARTICLE 19 Urges Governments to Strengthen Protection for Journalists and Defend Freedom of Expression
London, United Kingdom (HRNW): Global free expression organization ARTICLE 19 has intensified its international advocacy for press freedom and protection of journalists, issuing a series of statements this month calling on governments to uphold freedom of expression and safeguard independent media. The organization has recently addressed concerns involving journalists and human rights defenders in the…