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South Asian Nations to Begin Ramadan Fasting Together After Crescent Moon Sighted
Islamabad (HRNW) – South Asian countries including India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh will observe the first fast of the holy month of Ramadan on Thursday, February 18, after the crescent moon marking the beginning of the ninth month of the Islamic calendar was sighted, confirming the start of Ramadan 1447 AH. In Bangladesh, the announcement was…
No Load Shedding During Sehr and Iftar, Says Energy Minister in Islamabad
Islamabad (HRNW)- Federal Minister for Energy Owais Leghari has issued instructions for uninterrupted supply of electricity during Sehr and Iftar in the holy month of Ramadan. Owais Leghari has given special instructions to the Power Division not to conduct load shedding during Sehr and Iftar even in the most affected and damaged areas. The Federal…
Scholarship Entry Test Successfully Conducted Across 10 Centers in Sindh
Islamabad/Karachi, Pakistan (HRNW) The entry test for the scholarship program organized by Dr. A.Q. Khan Schooling System & College (Ibrahim Campus, Islamabad) was successfully conducted at 10 different centers across Sindh province. The written examination was administered by Sindh Testing Service in a transparent and well-organized manner, with participation from more than 9,000 students from…
Comprehensive Educational Workshop Held in Model Town to Promote Modern Teaching Strategies
Lahore, Pakistan (HRNW) A comprehensive educational workshop was organized today in Model Town under the supervision of the Model Town Education Department. The primary objective of the workshop was to enhance the quality of the education system and promote modern teaching strategies aligned with contemporary academic requirements. During the session, teachers were given detailed insights…
Patient Dies at PIMS After Alleged Medical Negligence Liver Biopsy Performed Instead of Lungs
Islamabad (HRNW)- A patient died due to alleged gross negligence of doctors at PIMS Hospital, whose biopsy was done from the liver instead of the lungs. The affected patient, Abida Parveen, who hailed from Azad Kashmir Dadial, was suffering from lung disease and was admitted to the Pulmonology Department of PIMS Hospital on December 9….
Khawaja Asif Questions PTI’s Unity Says Talks Possible but Leadership Unclear
Islamabad (HRNW)- Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has clarified his position on the issue of talks with PTI, saying that no one can oppose the talks, however, the real question is with whom the talks should be held. Khawaja Asif said that different voices are heard within PTI. The founder of PTI has a different…
PM Shehbaz Sharif Visits Bangladesh High Commission Offers Condolences on Passing of Begum Khaleda Zia
Islamabad (HRNW)- Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today visited the High Commission of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh to express his condolences on the passing away of former Prime Minister of Bangladesh and Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party Begum Khaleda Zia. The Prime Minister expressed his heartfelt condolences during a meeting with the Charge…
Social Media Awareness in Educational Institutions Crucial, Warns Senator Kahda Babar
Islamabad (HRNW)– Senator Kahda Babar emphasized the importance of strengthening checks and balances to protect society from emerging threats. She highlighted that terrorist groups are increasingly exploiting young Baloch girls as easy instruments for violent acts. Security agencies recently averted a significant threat, once again protecting the nation from potential harm. According to Farah Azim…
Punjab: HRCP Highlights Violence Against Women and Children
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has expressed deep concern over persistent violence against women and children in Punjab. Despite thousands of registered cases last year, conviction rates remain extremely low. The HRCP emphasized the urgent need for gender-sensitive investigation methods, effective prosecution, and transparent reporting to ensure justice for victims.
High Court Rules Airlines Must Provide Written Reason Before Offloading Passengers
Lahore – Pakistan (HRNW)– The Lahore High Court, Multan Bench, in W.P No. 13661/2025, issued a landmark decision protecting the fundamental rights of air passengers across Pakistan. According to the ruling, if a passenger is offloaded at any airport in Pakistan, the relevant authority is now legally required to provide a written explanation for the…