Kuwait Remains Top Gulf Destination for Pakistani Job Seekers Kuwait continues to attract Pakistani professionals, offering high-paying opportunities in oil, construction, healthcare, and education. Its strategic location also makes it a gateway to major business hubs across the Middle East. For most foreigners, the Kuwait Work Visa — also known as the employment visa — […]
Chehlum Processions Held Nationwide Amid Tight Security Cities across Pakistan are witnessing Chehlum processions today, with mourners carrying Alam and Zuljinah, reciting nohas and performing matam to honor the martyrs of Karbala. In Karachi, the main procession will begin from Nishtar Park at 1 PM and move through its traditional route on MA Jinnah Road. […]
Metro Bus Service Partially Suspended for Chehlum in Rawalpindi RAWALPINDI — The Metro Bus service between Saddar Station and Faizabad will remain suspended today (Friday) due to the observance of Chehlum for the martyrs of Karbala, the administration announced. Officials confirmed that Metro operations within Islamabad — from IJP to the Pak Secretariat — will […]
Heavy Rains Trigger Deadly Flash Floods in KP, Lightning Strike Kills Five in Bajaur BAJAUR — Torrential rains have unleashed flash floods across parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, sweeping through several settlements, destroying homes, and leaving dozens missing. Entire neighborhoods have been submerged, displacing multiple families and cutting off access to the worst-hit areas. In Jabrari […]
Karachi Police Recover 68 Illegal Weapons After Independence Day Tragedy KARACHI — Police have recovered 68 illegal weapons and registered over 100 cases against suspects following the deadly aerial firing incidents that marred Independence Day celebrations in the city. Officials confirmed that additional cases of murder and attempted murder are being lodged against those involved […]
Flash Floods and Landslides Claim 18 Lives in Gilgit-Baltistan GILGIT — At least 18 people have lost their lives in separate incidents of flash floods and landslides across Gilgit-Baltistan, officials confirmed on Thursday. In Ghizer district, eight people, including a boy, a girl, and a woman, were killed, while two siblings died in Diamer. Four […]
Europe Warns Iran: Nuclear Weapon Development “Not an Option” Paris — France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have sent a firm message to Iran, telling the United Nations that the country must not be allowed to develop nuclear weapons under any circumstances. In a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the UN Security […]
Saudi Arabia Sets New Standards for Group Housing Across the Kingdom RIYADH — The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing in Saudi Arabia has introduced comprehensive health, safety, and technical regulations for group housing facilities, aiming to improve living conditions and modernize infrastructure across the Kingdom. Under the new framework, group housing is divided into three […]
China Imposes 75.8% Duty on Canadian Canola, Escalating Trade Tensions The Chinese government announced a provisional 75.8% duty on Canadian canola, effective Thursday, in a move that has shocked Canada’s agriculture sector. Canada strongly disputed the decision, saying it does not dump canola and expressing “deep disappointment” over the ruling, while remaining open to dialogue. […]
Kuwait Plans Major Increases in Service Fees; Tourist Visa Rules Eased for GCC Residents KUWAIT CITY — Kuwait is set to introduce a series of fee hikes for government services, including company registration and temporary commercial licences, following a Cabinet directive to review service pricing nationwide, Gulf News reports. Under the new plan, establishing a […]
