2026
Plan International Expands Global Programmes to Advance Girls’ Rights, Gender Equality and Inclusive Education
Woking, United Kingdom (HRNW): Plan International has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting girls’ rights, gender equality, and inclusive education by expanding programmes that empower children and young people to participate fully in social, economic, and civic life. Through partnerships with governments, civil society organizations, educational institutions, and local communities, the organization continues implementing initiatives designed…
Save the Children Expands Global Child Protection and Education Programmes to Support Vulnerable Children
London, United Kingdom (HRNW): Save the Children has expanded its global programmes to strengthen child protection, improve access to quality education, and provide humanitarian assistance to millions of children affected by conflict, natural disasters, displacement, poverty, and other humanitarian crises. The international organization continues to work with governments, local partners, and communities to safeguard children’s…
World Organisation Against Torture Expands Global Campaigns to Prevent Torture and Strengthen Protection for Human Rights Defenders
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW): The World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT) has intensified its international efforts to combat torture, protect human rights defenders, and strengthen global cooperation aimed at preventing cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment. Through advocacy, legal assistance, emergency support, and partnerships with civil society organizations, OMCT continues to promote accountability and respect for international human…
International Federation for Human Rights Strengthens Global Advocacy Through Justice, Accountability and Human Rights Protection Initiatives
Paris, France (HRNW): The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) continues to strengthen its global human rights advocacy by expanding partnerships with national human rights organizations, promoting accountability for human rights violations, and supporting civil society efforts to advance justice, democracy, and the rule of law across the world. Operating through a network of member…
Young Doctor Aakash Killed in Firing During Robbery Near Clifton Teen Talwar; Family Demands Immediate Arrests
Karachi (HRNW): The body of young doctor Aakash, who was killed during a robbery incident involving gunfire outside a bank near Teen Talwar, Clifton, has been shifted from Jinnah Hospital to a cold storage facility. Speaking to the media, the victim’s uncle Kheem Chand said that Dr. Aakash was accompanied by his father and cousin…
Bahria Town Karachi Contempt Plea Against NAB and FBR Dismissed; Court Allows Tax Recovery Proceedings to Continue
Karachi (HRNW): An accountability court in Karachi has dismissed a contempt of court petition filed by Bahria Town Karachi against the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). The court ruled that the FBR is authorized to continue tax recovery proceedings in accordance with the law and that no deliberate violation…
92% of World Population May Be Affected by Cancer at Some Stage of Life, WHO Warns
Geneva (HRNW): The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have highlighted the growing global threat of cancer in their latest Global Status Report on Cancer 2026. According to the report, around 92% of the world’s population may face the risk or impact of cancer at some stage of…
Senate Committee Approves Bill to Provide Free Blue Passports to Former Parliamentarians, Spouses and Children
Islamabad (HRNW): The Senate Standing Committee on Interior has approved a bill proposing the provision of free official (Blue) passports to former members of Parliament, their spouses, and dependent children. According to details, during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Interior, the “Members of Parliament (Salaries and Allowances) Amendment Act 2026” was presented…
Karachi Grand Alliance Demands Separate Administrative Status or Federal Control for Karachi
Karachi (HRNW): An important meeting of the Karachi Grand Alliance was held under the chairmanship of Chairman Aslam Khan, where participants discussed the prevailing challenges facing Karachi, development issues, and administrative concerns. Political, social, and religious representatives attending the meeting expressed serious concerns over the condition of Karachi’s infrastructure, public services, water supply, transport system,…
Karachi Police Claims Busting of Alleged Fake Intelligence Network; Two Suspects Arrested
Karachi (HRNW): Karachi Police has claimed the arrest of two suspects allegedly involved in using the names of sensitive state institutions to pressure government officials, builders, and other individuals and carry out illegal activities for financial gains. According to police sources, the suspects had allegedly established a network in which they posed as officials linked…