August 2026
Supreme Court Upholds Property Owner’s Rights, Sets Aside High Court Verdict in Tenant Dispute
Islamabad (HRNW)- The Supreme Court of Pakistan has delivered a significant judgment in a dispute between a property owner and a tenant, setting aside the High Court’s decision and reaffirming the legal rights of property owners over the use of their property. In its judgment, the Supreme Court observed that a property owner has full authority…
Security Forces Kill 10 Militants in South Waziristan and Dir Operations, President and PM Pay Tribute
Rawalpindi (HRNW)- Pakistan’s security forces killed 10 militants belonging to Fitna-ul-Khawarij during two separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The military’s media wing said the Pakistan Army eliminated the militants during separate operations in South Waziristan and Dir districts. Weapons and a large quantity of ammunition were also recovered…
Traffic Police Issue Advisory Ahead of Jamaat-e-Islami Protests and Sit-Ins
Karachi (HRNW)- The Karachi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory regarding the Jamaat-e-Islami protests and sit-ins scheduled to take place in different parts of the city. According to a statement issued by the traffic police, a political party is expected to stage protests and sit-ins at various locations across Karachi. The main rally will begin…
Sindh Education Department Issues New Timings for Government Schools Across Province
Karachi (HRNW)- The Sindh School Education Department has issued a new circular announcing revised timings for government schools across the province. According to the circular, the new school timings came into effect immediately from August 6, 2026. All government schools have been directed to strictly implement the revised schedule, which will remain in force until further…
AJK Election Commission Postpones Polling in Poonch and Sudhnoti Over Security Concerns
Muzaffarabad (HRNW)- The Election Commission of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has announced the postponement of polling in Poonch and Sudhnoti districts during the third phase of the general elections due to the prevailing law and order situation. According to the spokesperson for the AJK Election Commission, a report submitted by the Secretary Home, Government of…
State Bank Governor Says Financial Innovation Boosts Growth but Requires Greater Public Awareness
Karachi (HRNW)- State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jamil Ahmed has said that while financial technology has significantly improved the financial sector, a lack of awareness about its use can also create serious risks. Addressing the ICMA Future Finance Summit and Convocation, Jamil Ahmed said that technology has been the driving force behind the evolution of human…
NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq Says PTI Was Not Invited for Talks, Claims Party Is Unwilling to Negotiate
Islamabad (HRNW)- Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) was not invited for talks and claimed that the party is not willing to engage in negotiations. Talking to the media, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq said that he had not invited PTI for talks, adding that his meeting with Aamir Dogar was limited…
High Court Grants Transit Bail to Constitution Protection Movement Spokesperson Akhunzada Hussain Ahmed
Peshawar (HRNW)- The Peshawar High Court has granted transit bail to Akhunzada Hussain Ahmed Yousafzai, the central spokesperson of the Movement for the Protection of the Constitution of Pakistan. A two-member bench comprising Justice Waqar Ahmed and Justice Kamran Hayat Miankhel heard the transit bail application filed by Akhunzada Hussain Ahmed. The petitioner’s counsel, Jamal Khattak…
Jamaat-e-Islami Announces Nationwide Protests at 510 Locations Against Petroleum Levy
Karachi (HRNW)- Jamaat-e-Islami has announced nationwide sit-ins and road blockades at 510 locations across Pakistan today in protest against the petroleum levy and rising inflation. In a video statement, Jamaat-e-Islami Karachi Ameer Munem Zafar Khan said demonstrations will be held on 510 major highways across the country. He said roads will remain closed during the protests,…
Karachi Court Approves Exhumation Request in Mir Ali Raza Case
Karachi (HRNW): A Judicial Magistrate in Karachi East has approved the application filed by the family of businessman Mir Ali Raza seeking the exhumation of his body. The court had previously reserved its verdict after hearing arguments on the application. In its decision, the court granted permission for the exhumation and directed the Secretary of…