2026
Punjab Bar Council summons 40 lawyers over alleged misuse of social media
Lahore (HRNW) — The Punjab Bar Council has summoned 40 lawyers for questioning tomorrow over allegations of improper use of social media. Those called include Advocate Fahmim Khokhar, Abdul Mateen, Ahmad Sher Jatt, Shamaila, Usman Ali and others. The council alleges the lawyers breached Punjab Bar Council rules by posting or engaging in online conduct…
Petrol, Diesel Prices Likely to Rise as Government Weighs New Fuel Price Revisio
Islamabad (HRNW)- The government is expected to increase the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel under the upcoming fuel price review, raising concerns about an additional financial burden on consumers. According to reports, the recent rise in global crude oil prices, driven by tensions between Iran and the United States, has affected Pakistan’s fuel pricing mechanism….
PM Shehbaz Sharif Directs Faster Implementation of Ease of Doing Business Reforms
Islamabad (HRNW)- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the relevant authorities to expedite the implementation of ease of doing business reforms aimed at facilitating traders, investors, and businesses across Pakistan. The directive was issued during a review meeting on ease of doing business, where the Prime Minister instructed officials to accelerate the implementation of the government’s…
Director General, Walled City of Lahore Authority inspects conservation and restoration projects at historic sites
Lahore (HRNW) — Director General of the Walled City of Lahore Authority, Najm‑ul‑Saqib, inspected several ongoing conservation and restoration projects across the city on 17 July 2026 to review work quality, assess progress and issue directions to ensure timely completion. The visit began at Shalimar Gardens, where the DG examined preservation and maintenance works and…
Islamabad High Court to Hear Iman Mazari, Hadi Ali Chatha Sentence Suspension Pleas on July 24
Islamabad (HRNW)- The Islamabad High Court has fixed July 24 for the hearing of petitions seeking the suspension of the sentences of Iman Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatha in the controversial tweets case. According to the cause list issued by the Registrar Office of the Islamabad High Court, Justice Muhammad Azam Khan will hear the petitions….
Karachi Police Arrest Suspect in Robbery Murder, Detain Four Afghan Nationals After Encounter
Karachi (HRNW)- Karachi police have arrested the suspect accused of killing a citizen during a robbery attempt and detained four Afghan nationals following a police encounter in separate operations across the city. According to police, Pirabad Police arrested Farhan alias Maga, son of Muhammad Zada, who is accused of shooting and killing Ibrahim Kelari on May…
Punjab Approves Feasibility Study for 300-Acre Maryam Nawaz Sports City in Lahore
Lahore (HRNW)- The Punjab government has announced plans to establish the Maryam Nawaz Sports City in Lahore, with approval granted for a comprehensive feasibility study for the proposed project. According to the plan, the 300-acre sports city will be developed to provide world-class sports facilities in Punjab through a modern, integrated, and internationally recognized sports complex….
NDMA Issues Alert as Tarbela Dam Spillways Open, Indus River Water Flow Expected to Rise
Swabi (HRNW)- The spillways of Tarbela Dam have been opened, prompting the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to warn that water flow in the lower reaches of the Indus River is expected to increase significantly. According to the NDMA, the public has been advised to avoid tourist and recreational activities near the Indus River and stay…
NTC, Data Vault Pakistan Sign Three-Year Agreement to Build Secure AI Infrastructure for Government
Karachi (HRNW)- The National Telecommunication Corporation (NTC) has signed a three-year agreement with Data Vault Pakistan to provide secure, autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) services and in-country data storage for the Government of Pakistan. Under the agreement, Data Vault Pakistan will establish a modern enterprise-grade GPU infrastructure to support the government’s AI ecosystem. The initiative aims to…
Pakistan, China Agree to Expand Cooperation in CPEC 2.0, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Economy
Shanghai (HRNW)- Pakistan and China have agreed to further strengthen cooperation under CPEC 2.0, as well as in the fields of artificial intelligence, the digital economy, trade, investment, and emerging technologies, during a high-level meeting held on the sidelines of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) in Shanghai. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator…