2026
UAE Plans New Port to Reduce Dependence on Strait of Hormuz
Abu Dhabi (HRNW): The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has decided to develop a new multipurpose port as part of efforts to reduce reliance on the Strait of Hormuz and establish an alternative trade route. According to a report by the British newspaper Financial Times, Emirati company DP World, which manages Dubai’s major port operations, is…
Joint Air and Ground Operation in Balochistan Leaves Four More Alleged Militants Dead, Security Officials Say
Quetta (HRNW): According to security officials, a joint air and ground operation conducted by the Pakistan Army, Frontier Corps (FC) Balochistan, and Police in Balochistan has resulted in the deaths of four more alleged militants. Officials stated that the operations were carried out under Operation Shaban, bringing the total number of alleged militants killed during…
European Union Opens Environmental Grants for NGOs Working on Climate Action
Brussels, Belgium (HRNW) – The European Union has announced new funding opportunities under its LIFE Programme to support non-governmental organizations working on environmental protection, climate action, and sustainable development initiatives. The grants aim to strengthen NGO participation in protecting biodiversity, improving environmental policies, and promoting climate solutions. 🌍 Scope of Funding The funding will support…
Strait of Hormuz Tensions May Lead to Higher Petrol and Diesel Prices in Pakistan
Islamabad (HRNW): Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have unsettled global oil markets, increasing the likelihood of higher petrol and diesel prices in Pakistan as international crude oil prices continue to climb. According to market reports, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude has risen to approximately US$82 per barrel, while Brent crude has climbed…
Security Personnel Martyred in Armed Attack in Rawalakot; Police and Civilians Reportedly Targeted
Rawalakot (HRNW): A security personnel was martyred and another injured in an armed attack in Rawalakot, where armed groups reportedly opened fire on security forces and civilians. According to initial reports, armed individuals allegedly fired on a civilian area near the Matial Mehra Bus Terminal on Friday morning, creating panic among local residents. Sources said…
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Claims to Disable Two Tankers in Strait of Hormuz Following Alleged Violations
Tehran (HRNW): Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that it disabled two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz after they allegedly violated navigation regulations. According to a statement issued by the IRGC, the tankers ignored official warnings, switched off their navigation systems, and attempted to pass through a route reportedly containing naval mines,…
UN Democracy Fund Opens Grants for NGOs Supporting Democracy Worldwide
New York, USA (HRNW) – The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) has announced funding opportunities for civil society organizations and non-governmental organizations working to strengthen democratic participation, human rights, and inclusive governance worldwide. The programme provides support to organizations implementing projects that empower communities and increase public participation in democratic processes. 🌍 Scope of Funding…
SSUET Research Symposium Highlights Climate Change and Environmental Informatics Programme
KARACHI (HRNW) – Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology (SSUET) organized a Research Symposium on Environmental Informatics and Big Data Analytics as part of its Open Day activities. The symposium was held to promote SSUET’s recently launched MS programme in Climate Change and Environmental Informatics, which has received an encouraging response and enrolled 20…
UNICEF Opens Climate and Health Innovation Funding for Organizations Worldwide
New York, USA (HRNW) – UNICEF has announced a new funding opportunity under its Climate Ventures initiative to support innovative organizations developing technology-based solutions addressing climate-related challenges affecting children and vulnerable communities worldwide. The funding opportunity focuses on early-stage innovations that use advanced technologies to improve climate resilience, health services, and community protection systems. 🌍…
GEF Opens Environmental Grants for Civil Society Organizations Worldwide
Global (HRNW) – The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme (SGP), supported by GEF and implemented with partners including the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), has opened a new funding opportunity for civil society organizations (CSOs) working on environmental protection and sustainable development projects. (CSO Challenge) 🌍 Scope of Funding The grants…