2026
Sargodha: son absconds with step‑mother; police investigate after father files complaint
Sargodha (HRNW) – Authorities in Sargodha’s Chak No. 102 are investigating after a man reported that his son had absconded from home with his step‑mother, sparking local alarm and intense speculation. The father told police at Karana police station that his son and the woman have been missing for several days. The report prompted immediate…
12-year-old madrasa student allegedly raped and killed by fellow pupil who gave him overdose of drugs
Tando Allahyar (HRNW) – In a distressing case, a 12-year-old madrasa student has reportedly been sexually assaulted and killed after being given a lethal dose of drugs. Police sources say the main suspect is Noor Ali, a student at the same madrasa, who allegedly repeatedly drugged the victim and committed sexual abuse over several days….
Gaza children’s honesty: Scattered fruits returned to owner; “This is haram” principle upheld
Gaza (HRNW) — A Gaza journalist shared images and a statement on social media showing that a street vendor’s cart lost balance in a neighbourhood, causing all the fruits on it to scatter across the road. Within moments, children gathered around the fallen produce, but their behaviour was remarkable: some told the others, “This is…
Sindh High Court: Karachi trader files petition against three DIGs and three SSPs; alleges over Rs360 million extortion
Karachi (HRNW) — A Karachi trader has filed a constitutional petition in the Sindh High Court naming three deputy inspectors general (DIGs) and three senior superintendents of police (SSPs), alleging that more than Rs360 million has been extorted from him in the name of police officials. The petitioner, Muhammad Noman, claims that between Rs70 million…
Sadiq Khan, three-time Mayor of London, to be made a life peer in the House of Lords
London (HRNW) — In a historic personal milestone, outgoing UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that Pakistan-origin politician and three-time Mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, will be made a life peer in the House of Lords. The appointment comes as part of Starmer’s final political peerages list, which names 26 new peers…
Andy Burnham Elected Labour Leader, Set to Become UK Prime Minister
London (HRNW)- Andy Burnham has been officially elected as the new leader of the British Labour Party and is expected to become the next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after meeting King Charles III on Monday. According to media reports, Burnham will succeed Keir Starmer, who is expected to submit his resignation to the King…
Israel Dissolves Parliament, General Elections Expected on October 27, 2026
Jerusalem (HRNW)- Israel’s Knesset has been dissolved, with parliamentary elections expected to be held on October 27, 2026, marking the country’s first national elections since the October 7, 2023 attacks. Before the dissolution of parliament, the ruling coalition passed several controversial laws during its final sessions, including legislation related to judicial powers, media reforms, and military…
Iraq-Based Kataib Hezbollah Announces Unofficial $10 Million Bounty Campaign Targeting Trump
Baghdad (HRNW)- An Iraq-based armed group, Kataib Hezbollah, has announced an unofficial fundraising campaign claiming to offer a $10 million bounty targeting US President Donald Trump. According to media reports, the announcement follows President Trump’s repeated references to the 2020 killing of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani. The reported campaign called for collecting funds for the proposed…
China Rejects US Election Interference Allegations, Calls Claims Baseless
Beijing (HRNW)- China has rejected allegations of interfering in the United States electoral process, stating that Beijing neither interferes in the internal affairs of other countries nor seeks to influence US elections. Speaking at a press briefing, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said that China consistently follows the principle of non-interference in the domestic affairs of…
US approves $2 billion sale of precision‑guided missile systems to Saudi Arabia
Washington / Riyadh (HRNW) — The US State Department announced on Thursday morning that it has approved the sale of precision‑guided missile systems to Saudi Arabia valued at about $2 billion. Officials said the approval aims to enhance partner defence capabilities. The US typically notifies Congress of such weapons sales; the potential deal may include…