2026
Light Aircraft Crashes Into CITIC Tower, Emergency Response Underway
Beijing (HRNW)- A light aircraft reportedly crashed into the CITIC Tower (China Zun), one of the tallest buildings in Beijing, prompting a large-scale emergency response and evacuation of the skyscraper. According to CNN, the building was evacuated immediately after the aircraft struck the high-rise. Firefighters, police and ambulance teams rushed to the scene and launched rescue…
Former South Korean First Lady Kim Keon-hee Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison in Bribery Case
Seoul (HRNW)- A South Korean court has sentenced former First Lady Kim Keon-hee, the wife of former President Yoon Suk-yeol, to seven years in prison and imposed a £32,000 fine after finding her guilty of accepting expensive gifts as bribes and using her influence to secure government appointments and business favors. According to international media reports,…
Air India Pilot Removed After Flight Briefly Entered Pakistani Airspace
New Delhi (HRNW)- An Air India pilot has been removed from duty after a flight from New Delhi to Amritsar briefly entered Pakistani airspace during its landing approach, according to Indian media reports. According to India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the incident occurred on the night of June 22 when Air India flight AI479…
Ashura Processions Conclude Peacefully Across Pakistan Amid Tight Security
Islamabad (HRNW)- In memory of the great sacrifices of the grandson of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), and the martyrs of Karbala, mourning processions and religious gatherings were held across Pakistan on Ashura (10th Muharram). The processions concluded peacefully through their designated routes under extensive security arrangements. According to reports, mourning processions…
PM Shehbaz Sharif Reaffirms Pakistan’s Commitment to End Violence, Calls for Protection of Human Rights
Islamabad (HRNW)- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that violence and all forms of inhuman or degrading treatment are unacceptable in any civilized society and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to protecting human dignity and fundamental human rights. In his message on the International Day in Support of Victims of Violence, the Prime Minister expressed Pakistan’s solidarity with…
Maryam Nawaz Congratulates Team Punjab for Peaceful Muharram and Ashura Arrangements
Lahore (HRNW)- Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has congratulated all institutions, including provincial ministers, members of the provincial assembly, district administrations, Punjab Police, law enforcement agencies and other departments for maintaining peace and order during Ashura across the province. In a message posted on the social media platform X, the Chief Minister thanked Almighty Allah…
Pakistan Could Save $340 Million Annually on Iranian Oil Imports if Sanctions Are Lifted
Islamabad (HRNW)- A research report by financial analysis firm Topline Securities has stated that Pakistan could save $340 million annually on crude oil imports from Iran if economic sanctions are lifted, while bilateral trade between the two neighboring countries is also expected to increase significantly. According to APP, the report noted that Pakistan and Iran historically…
Awam Express Coach Derails, All Passengers Safe
Kharian (HRNW)- The Awam Express, which was upgraded by Pakistan Railways a few months ago, experienced a derailment after one of its coaches went off the tracks near Kharian. According to initial reports, the train was traveling from Karachi to Peshawar when the incident occurred. Fortunately, all passengers remained safe and no casualties or injuries have…
Federal Government, Gilgit-Baltistan to Review Police Posts Distribution Formula
Islamabad (HRNW)- The federal government and the Government of Gilgit-Baltistan have decided to review the existing formula for the distribution of police posts between the federation and the region. According to official sources, a proposal is under consideration to make necessary amendments to the PSP Composition Cadre and Seniority Rules, 1985, as well as the Fourth…
Pakistani Security Forces Rescue Sick Afghan Woman, Ensure Safe Return Through Angoor Adda Borde
South Waziristan (HRNW)- Pakistani security forces displayed humanitarian assistance during border tensions in the Angoor Adda region of South Waziristan by rescuing a sick Afghan woman and ensuring her safe return to her family. According to the report, during the ongoing border tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, a seriously ill Afghan woman reached the Pakistani side…