2026
UN Agencies Intensify Cost-Cutting Measures Amid Global Funding Crisis
New York, United States (HRNW) – Several United Nations agencies, including the World Food Programme (WFP), UNICEF, UNHCR, and the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), have announced additional cost-cutting measures as they face a significant decline in international funding. The agencies say they are restructuring operations, reducing staff, and prioritizing life-saving…
UN Deputy Secretary-General Calls for Urgent Action Against Global Hunger
New York, United States (HRNW) – United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed has called for stronger international action to combat global hunger, noting that billions of people still cannot afford a healthy diet, while one in ten people worldwide continues to live in extreme poverty. She urged governments, development partners, and financial institutions to…
Transparency International Calls for Stronger Anti-Corruption Reforms and Protection of Public Integrity Worldwide
Berlin, Germany (HRNW): Transparency International has intensified its global advocacy for stronger anti-corruption measures, institutional accountability, and public integrity, urging governments to reinforce legal frameworks that promote transparency, protect whistleblowers, and safeguard public resources. Through recent policy statements, research, and international engagement, the organization has emphasized that combating corruption is fundamental to protecting human rights,…
Amnesty International Raises Alarm Over India’s New Foreign Funding Rules, Calls for Protection of Civil Society
New Delhi, India (HRNW): Amnesty International has expressed serious concern over India’s recently adopted amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Rules (FCRA), warning that the new measures could further restrict the work of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society groups that depend on international funding to carry out human rights, humanitarian, educational, and development programmes….
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…