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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…
Punjab Introduces Kite-Flying Ordinance with Strict Penalties for Banned Strings
Lahore – Pakistan (HRNW)– The Punjab government has drafted a new Kite-Flying Ordinance proposing severe punishments for the use, manufacture, or sale of prohibited metallic or chemical-coated strings. Under the ordinance, offenders caught possessing or using banned strings could face up to five years in prison and fines reaching Rs. 2 million. According to the…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Considers Legalizing Hemp Cultivation
Peshawar – Pakistan (HRNW)– The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has begun deliberations on a proposal to legalize hemp (bhang) cultivation under a regulated licensing system. The plan includes imposing excise duties and issuing formal cultivation licenses to control production and ensure proper monitoring. A high-level meeting chaired by Director General Excise Abdul Haleem Khan reviewed multiple…
Student Protests Continue in Peshawar Over Enforced Disappearances
Peshawar – Pakistan (HRNW)– Student organizations at the University of Peshawar maintained demonstrations demanding answers about the disappearance of two classmates. Protesters say authorities have yet to provide transparency or accountability, raising broader concerns about enforced disappearances and the protection of students’ rights to safety and due process.
Gender Gap in Voter Registration Narrows in Pakistan Yet Rights Groups Say More Work Needed
Islamabad – Pakistan (HRNW)– The Election Commission of Pakistan reported a significant reduction in the gender gap among registered voters — dropping from 11.8 % in 2018 to 7.1 % ahead of the 2025 elections. While authorities hailed the progress as a positive step for electoral inclusion, human rights advocates emphasize that the remaining disparity…