Afaq Ahmed Critiques Government Response to Gul Plaza Tragedy and Rejects Division of Sindh

Karachi (HRNW) – The Chairman of the Mohajir Qaumi Movement (Pakistan), Afaq Ahmed, held a press conference at his residence, stating that political parties have merely played politics over the Gul Plaza tragedy while the loved ones of the victims remain missing and families continue to wait for government action. He highlighted that the actual…

Loading

Read More

Supreme Court Orders Medical Access and Phone Contact for Imran Khan

Islamabad (HRNW): The Supreme Court of Pakistan has directed authorities to provide Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan access to specialist eye doctors and facilitate telephone contact with his children. A two-member bench comprising Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi and Justice Shahid Bilal Hassan heard the case, during which a report regarding Imran Khan’s…

Loading

Read More

“Is Karachi Under Mafia Control?” Police Chief Makes Explosive Revelations

Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW)- In a startling disclosure, Karachi’s senior police official, AIG Azad Khan, has stated that the city is deeply entangled in an entrenched criminal network allegedly involving elements within law enforcement, bureaucracy, political circles, and even certain media figures. Speaking about the deteriorating law-and-order situation, the police chief acknowledged that organized crime syndicates…

Loading

Read More

Senior Journalist Naseem Zahra Barred from Airing Show on 24 News

Islamabad (HRNW)- Renowned senior journalist Naseem Zahra faced a broadcast ban today and was unable to host her scheduled show on 24 News. This development comes amid a growing trend of restrictions on prominent media personalities, raising concerns over freedom of the press and expression in Pakistan. Veteran journalist Kashif Abbasi, who has been off-air for…

Loading

Read More

Medicine Theft Worth Over Rs1.5 Million Uncovered at Karachi’s Jinnah Hospital 

Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW) — A major medicine theft incident has been uncovered at the Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC), the city’s largest government hospital, where drugs worth approximately Rs1.5 million were reportedly being stolen. An FIR has been registered against those involved. According to hospital sources, a member of the emergency department staff was caught…

Loading

Read More

SBCA Launches Large-Scale Fire Safety Inspections Across Karachi: Buildings Lacking Systems to be Sealed

KARACHI (HRNW): Following the directives of the Provincial Minister for Local Government, Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) has launched a rigorous fire safety inspection campaign across residential and commercial buildings in Karachi. In the initial phase, fire safety measures were reviewed in 35 major buildings across the city. The Director…

Loading

Read More

Spreading Unverified News Or Posts Declared A Crime: NCCIA Issues High-Alert Advisory

ISLAMABAD (HRNW): The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has issued a critical public advisory warning citizens that sharing unverified news or irresponsible posts on social media can lead to severe legal consequences. According to the NCCIA, a single wrong click or an unverified share is now a punishable offense, and users must ensure the…

Loading

Read More

Supreme Court Grants Bail in Rape Case, Emphasizes Need for Serious Investigations Regardless of Severity of Allegation

Islamabad (HRNW)- The Supreme Court approved the bail application of a suspect involved in a rape case, noting that the gravity of an allegation must be matched by equally serious investigations. During the hearing, the defense counsel argued that the accused completely denies the charges. Justice Mandokhail remarked that not every reported case is confirmed as…

Loading

Read More

Controversial SBCA Appointment Sparks Criticism for Violating Supreme Court Directives

Karachi (HRNW)- The Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) has appointed Ali Mehdi Kazmi as the new Director General, granting him a one-year extension. He replaces Mazammil Hussain Halipoto. However, this extension has raised concerns, as it appears to contravene Supreme Court directives. Ali Mehdi had previously retired before this appointment and had returned to service,…

Loading

Read More

Open Manholes in Karachi Cause Repeated Fatalities Despite Administrative Inaction

Karachi (HRNW)- The absence of manhole covers and exposed drains in Karachi continues to claim lives, with 27 people reportedly killed in 2025 after falling into open drains, yet authorities have largely failed to take effective measures. Many victims were children, highlighting the severe public safety risk. Last year alone, 14 people died after falling into…

Loading

Read More