2026
Residents Raise Concerns Over Alleged Unauthorized Construction in Gulistan-e-Johar, Call for Investigation
Karachi (HRNW): Local residents have expressed serious concern over an alleged unauthorized construction project at Plot No. B-185, Block-11, Gulistan-e-Johar, Karachi, where a Ground Plus One (G+1) residential building with multiple flats/units is reportedly being constructed without an approved building plan. According to residents, if the construction is being carried out in violation of the…
Slovakia Temporarily Suspends New Visa Applications from Russian Citizens
Bratislava (HRNW)- The Slovak government has announced the temporary suspension of new visa applications from Russian citizens, citing national security concerns and alignment with the European Union’s common security policy. According to media reports, Slovak authorities said the measure was introduced in response to growing security concerns related to Russia and in line with broader EU…
IHC Seeks Adiala Jail Report on Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi’s Alleged Solitary Confinement
Islamabad (HRNW)- The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has observed in its written order on petitions challenging the alleged solitary confinement of PTI founder Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi that serious allegations of unlawful treatment and solitary confinement in prison cannot be ignored. Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro issued a 10-page written order on petitions filed by Aleema…
Finance Minister Says 28 More State-Owned Enterprises Shifted to Privatization Commission
Karachi (HRNW)- Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has announced that 28 additional state-owned enterprises (SOEs) have been transferred to the Privatization Commission, reaffirming the government’s commitment to accelerating the privatization process. Addressing the opening ceremony of the Pakistan Banking Summit 2026, organized by the Pakistan Banks Association (PBA), the Finance Minister said the last fiscal year…
First Woman Appointed to Dispute Resolution Council in Upper South Waziristan
Peshawar (HRNW)- In a historic first, a woman has been appointed as a member of the Dispute Resolution Council (DRC) in Upper South Waziristan, marking a significant step toward improving women’s representation and access to justice in the region. The appointment of social activist Razia Mehsud is being hailed as a positive example of expanding the…
Listed Companies Raise Over Rs20 Billion Through Pakistan’s Capital Market
Islamabad (HRNW)- Pakistan has witnessed a significant increase in the ability of companies to raise capital through the country’s capital market, according to the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP). The SECP stated that 21 listed companies raised a total of more than Rs20 billion from the capital market during the 2025–26 fiscal year. According…
Federal Government’s Debt Rises by Rs5.9 Trillion in One Year, Reaches Rs81.9 Trillion
Islamabad (HRNW)- The federal government’s total debt increased to Rs81.9 trillion by the end of May 2026, recording an increase of Rs5.9 trillion over the past year, according to the latest State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) debt bulletin. The report stated that the government’s debt grew by 7.8 percent, exceeding the average inflation rate of 7…
Customs Foils Major Drug Smuggling Bid, Seizes Hashish Worth Rs366 Million
Karachi (HRNW)- Pakistan Customs has foiled a major drug smuggling attempt through the Karachi International Mail Office, recovering 12 kilograms of hashish worth approximately Rs366.2 million. According to Pakistan Customs, the narcotics were concealed inside plastic toy boxes and were detected during the routine scanning of suspicious parcels arriving from Thailand. Officials said the seizure prevented…
ATC Adjourns Aleema Khan’s November 26 Protest Case Until July 9
Islamabad (HRNW)- The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has adjourned the hearing of Aleema Khan’s case related to the November 26 protest until July 9. The case was heard by Anti-Terrorism Court Judge Amjad Ali Shah. During the proceedings, Aleema Khan presented Fatullah as a defense witness. However, the public prosecutor raised objections to the inclusion of the…
Jamaat-e-Islami Announces Nationwide Protests on July 10 Over Petrol Prices
Lahore (HRNW)- Ameer Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, has announced nationwide protests on July 10, criticizing the government’s failure to significantly reduce petroleum prices despite a decline in international oil prices. Addressing a press conference in Lahore, Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman said the government had previously reduced fuel prices following public pressure and urged citizens to participate in nationwide…