August 2026
WFP Warns El Niño Could Push Tens of Millions Deeper Into Hunger
Rome, Italy (HRNW) – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is rapidly increasing preparedness measures as the developing El Niño climate pattern threatens to worsen food insecurity across vulnerable regions. WFP analysis indicates that climate-related shocks could significantly worsen food insecurity in 45 countries, placing additional pressure on communities already affected by conflict, displacement…
WHO and Africa CDC Urge Emergency Action as Ebola Outbreak Expands in DR Congo
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (HRNW) – The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) are calling for an urgent, community-led response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The agencies are emphasizing early detection, contact tracing, access to treatment, protection of…
United Nations Highlights Global Cooperation as Key to Addressing Emerging Challenges
New York, United States (HRNW) – The United Nations has emphasized that stronger international cooperation remains essential to address emerging global challenges, including climate change, humanitarian emergencies, food insecurity, digital governance, and sustainable economic development. UN officials called on Member States to strengthen multilateral partnerships and uphold the principles of the UN Charter in responding…
PPP Member and Spokesperson of Local Government Minister Nasir Hussain Shah Allegedly Identified as Suspect in Multi-Million Rupee Call Centre Fraud Case
Karachi (HRNW): Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Karachi Division General Secretary Rauf Nagori has issued an order suspending the party membership of Haider Umarani, a local PPP leader and former PS-100 candidate, following his arrest by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) over allegations related to an illegal call centre and alleged fraud involving foreign…
Attorney General Pakistan Residence Raid Case: Five Accused Granted Interim Bail Relief
Lahore (HRNW): A Sessions Court Lahore has granted interim relief to five more accused nominated in the case regarding the alleged police raid at the residence of the Attorney General of Pakistan. The court has ordered that the five accused shall not be arrested until August 12. Additional Sessions Judge Zulfiqar Ahmed heard the interim…
Transporters Announce Nationwide Wheel-Jam Strike Over Petroleum Prices
Islamabad (HRNW): The Pakistan Mini Mazda Association and Goods Transport Association have announced a nationwide wheel-jam strike from August 8 against frequent changes in petroleum product prices and what they described as excessive fines. Central President of the Pakistan Mini Mazda Association Tanveer Jatt said that transport operations across the country would be suspended from…
Launch Ceremony Held for DIG Dr. Maqsood Ahmed’s Book “Security Training Handbook”
Karachi (HRNW): A prestigious launch ceremony of the book “Security Training Handbook (Volume-I)” authored by DIG Security & Emergency Services Division Dr. Maqsood Ahmed was held at the Special Security Unit (SSU) Headquarters. The ceremony was attended by Inspector General of Sindh Police Javed Alam Odho as the chief guest, along with Additional IG Karachi…
23-Year-Old Accident Case: Court Orders Rs. 106.61 Million Compensation for Deceased’s Family
Karachi (HRNW): A Senior Civil Judge (South) has issued a decision on a compensation claim filed by the family of Noor Hameed Jan, who died in a road accident 23 years ago. The court has ordered the concerned parties to pay Rs. 106.61 million in compensation, according to lawyer Farrukh Usman. The amount reportedly includes…
Mir Raza Case: Jibran Nasir Raises Concerns Over New Investigation Team and Medical Board
Karachi (HRNW): Lawyer Jibran Nasir, representing the family in the Mir Raza case, has expressed serious concerns over the notification of a new investigation team and changes to the medical board. Speaking to the media, Jibran Nasir said the notification regarding the new investigation team was issued under the cover of darkness, raising concerns about…
Sindh High Court Hears Constitutional Petition Filed by Former President Arif Alvi Over Government House
Karachi (HRNW): The Sindh High Court heard a constitutional petition filed by former President Arif Alvi concerning a government house located in Bath Island, Karachi. The court also approved his request for an early hearing. During the proceedings, former President Arif Alvi claimed that a former Customs employee had occupied the house that was legally…