2026
Sindh High Court Rejects Plea to Quash FIA Case in Dr. Shah Nawaz Kanbhar Alleged Fake Encounter Case
Karachi (HRNW):The Sindh High Court has issued a written order regarding the case of the alleged fake police encounter and killing of Dr. Shah Nawaz Kanbhar in Mirpurkhas, rejecting a petition filed by police officials seeking the dismissal of the case registered by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). The court dismissed the request to quash…
Sindh High Court Restrains Authorities from Taking Coercive Action Against Barrister Ali Tahir
Karachi (HRNW): The Sindh High Court heard a petition filed by Barrister Ali Tahir, challenging the police decision to declare him a proclaimed absconder in a terrorism-related case linked to a protest at Teen Talwar in Karachi. During the hearing, the court directed that no coercive action be taken against the petitioner until the next…
Sindh High Court Seeks Replies on Petition Filed by Jackson SHO Over Alleged Defamation Campaign
Karachi (HRNW): The Sindh High Court has issued notices to the Advocate General Sindh and the Prosecutor General Sindh after a petition was filed by Jackson Police Station SHO Inayatullah Khan, alleging an organized defamation campaign against him by certain individuals associated with social media and print media. The court directed the respondents to submit…
Front Line Defenders Expands Global Protection Programmes to Support Human Rights Defenders at Risk
Dublin, Ireland (HRNW): Front Line Defenders continues to strengthen its global mission of protecting human rights defenders who face threats, harassment, intimidation, imprisonment, and violence because of their peaceful work promoting justice, equality, and fundamental freedoms. The international human rights organization has expanded its protection programmes by providing emergency assistance, security support, advocacy services, and…
New Private Airline South Air to Launch Commercial Flight Operations in Pakistan on 16 July
Karachi (HRNW): Pakistan’s aviation sector is set to welcome a new private carrier as South Air prepares to commence its commercial flight operations on 16 July, marking a significant development for domestic air travel. According to available information, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has granted South Air permission to begin commercial operations, and the…
Young Man Killed in Clifton Bank Robbery; Robbers Escape with Rs2.5 Million
Karachi (HRNW): A young man was killed during a robbery outside a bank in Clifton, Karachi, after armed robbers opened fire and escaped with Rs2.5 million from a total of Rs5 million that had been withdrawn from a bank. According to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) South Mahzoor Ali, the victim, identified as Akash, along…
Human Rights Watch Expands Global Investigations and Advocacy Campaigns to Protect Human Rights Worldwide
New York, United States (HRNW): Human Rights Watch (HRW) continues to expand its global human rights investigations, advocacy campaigns, and policy engagement efforts aimed at documenting abuses, supporting affected communities, and encouraging governments and international institutions to strengthen protection of fundamental freedoms and human dignity. The international organization has continued monitoring human rights conditions across…
ISHR Strengthens Global Human Rights Advocacy Through Defender Training and UN Engagement Programme
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW): The International Service for Human Rights (ISHR) is continuing to strengthen global human rights advocacy by expanding its Human Rights Defender Advocacy Programme, equipping civil society representatives and grassroots activists with the knowledge and practical skills needed to engage effectively with United Nations human rights mechanisms and regional institutions. The Geneva-based international…
Amnesty International Releases 2026 Global Human Rights Report, Calls for Stronger Protection of Fundamental Freedoms
London, United Kingdom (HRNW): Amnesty International has released its 2026 edition of “The State of the World’s Human Rights”, presenting a comprehensive assessment of human rights developments across 144 countries while urging governments, international institutions and civil society to strengthen their commitment to protecting fundamental freedoms and the rule of law. The report identifies continuing…
Explosions Reported Near Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island as Iran-US Tensions Deepen
Tehran (HRNW)- Loud explosions have reportedly been heard near Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island in southern Iran, adding to growing regional tensions amid the ongoing confrontation between Iran and the United States. According to Iran’s Mehr News Agency, multiple explosions were reported in the country’s southern coastal areas on Sunday. Initial reports indicated that no residential…