August 2026
Saudi Arabia’s New National Airline Riyadh Air Announces Direct Flights to Pakistan
Islamabad (HRNW): Saudi Arabia’s new national airline Riyadh Air has announced the launch of direct flight operations to Pakistan, a move expected to strengthen air connectivity, trade, tourism, and travel links between the two countries. According to Riyadh Air, direct flights to Pakistan will begin in August, with services planned between Riyadh and the Pakistani…
Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 3: Illegal Construction of Shops and Showroom on Residential Plot A-304 Raises Questions Over SBCA Officials’ Alleged Patronage and Corruption
KARACHI (HRNW): Another glaring example of rule violations and alleged corruption within the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) has come to light. On residential Plot No. A-304, located in Scheme 24, Block 3, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, residential building regulations are being openly flouted with the illegal construction of shops and a commercial showroom. According to available images…
Farooq Sattar Calls for Devolution of Powers, Constitutional Reforms and Empowered Local Governments
Islamabad (HRNW): Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) leader Dr. Farooq Sattar has said that a gathering of traders and industrialists from across Pakistan was held at the Convention Centre Islamabad, where discussions were held on solutions to the challenges facing the country. In his statement, Dr. Farooq Sattar said that the point on which everyone agreed…
MQM Pakistan Calls for Administrative Provinces, Stresses National Unity and Empowered Local Governments
Karachi (HRNW): Chairman of Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui has said that provinces are administrative units and new provinces should be created on an administrative basis wherever needed. Addressing a press conference, Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui said that MQM-P has decided to celebrate the month of independence with all its traditions and…
Saeed Ghani Criticizes Punjab Ministers, Defends Sindh’s Development and Healthcare Initiatives
Karachi (HRNW): Sindh Minister for Labour and Social Protection Saeed Ghani, along with Senator Waqar Mehdi, addressed a press conference and responded to statements made by Punjab ministers, highlighting Sindh government’s performance, healthcare facilities, financial matters, and political issues. Saeed Ghani said that the statements made by Punjab ministers during their press conference suggested that…
Senior Civil Judge Ayaz Ali Kanasro Compulsorily Retired After Corruption Charges Proven
Karachi (HRNW): The Sindh High Court has taken action against corruption and misconduct by compulsorily retiring Senior Civil Judge Ayaz Ali Kanasro after allegations of corruption and misconduct were found to be proven. According to the Sindh High Court, Chief Justice of Sindh High Court Justice Zafar Rajput ordered the compulsory retirement of Senior Civil…
Transfers of 17 Additional District and Sessions Judges Announced in Sindh Subordinate Judiciary
Karachi (HRNW): The Sindh subordinate judiciary has announced the transfer of 17 Additional District and Sessions Judges across different districts of the province. The notification regarding the transfers was issued after approval by the Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court. According to the notification, Additional District and Sessions Judge Muhammad Yousuf Malik has been…
Hafiz Naeem Ur Rehman Criticizes Petroleum Prices, Calls Levy an Injustice to Public
Karachi (HRNW): Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan Chief Hafiz Naeem Ur Rehman has criticized the government’s petroleum pricing policy, stating that fuel prices are being revised on a daily basis while reductions are limited to only a few paisas when prices are lowered. Addressing a press conference in Karachi, Hafiz Naeem Ur Rehman said that Pakistan has the…
Karachi Bar Association Rejects Suspension of Gulbahar SHO, Demands Criminal Case Registration
Karachi (HRNW): The Karachi Bar Association (KBA) has rejected the decision to suspend the Station House Officer (SHO) of Gulbahar Police Station following the alleged assault on a former member of the Association’s Managing Committee. The Association has demanded the registration of a criminal case against the officer and announced that its strike will continue…
UN Civil Society Organizations Renew International Advocacy for Palestinian Humanitarian Protection
New York, United States (HRNW): Civil society organizations participating in the United Nations’ NGO Action News initiative have renewed international advocacy for enhanced humanitarian protection of civilians affected by the conflict in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. The latest July 2026 newsletter highlights recent NGO activities, humanitarian initiatives, policy discussions, and advocacy events focused on civilian…