Travel advisory issued for Naran, Kaghan as heavy rains persist
MANSEHRA: Heavy rainfall continued across Mansehra and adjoining areas for a third consecutive day on Monday, triggering flash floods and a major landslide that blocked the Jheel Road in Naran, leaving several tourists stranded and disrupting traffic. According to district authorities, a flash flood in Naran caused a massive landslide
Saudi Arabia Launches New Tourist Package Visa for Pakistanis
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has launched a new tourist package visa program aimed at simplifying travel for international visitors, with Pakistan among the first seven countries eligible for the initiative. As stated by the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, under the new policy, travellers will be able to acquire their
Good News for Pakistani Travelers: Saudi Arabia Introduces Fast-Track Tourist Visa Package
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has launched a new tourist package visa service for citizens of Pakistan and six other countries as part of efforts to simplify travel procedures and attract more international visitors. The Minister of Tourism of Saudi Arabia Ahmed Al Khateeb told that there have been many initiatives taken
Researchers Reveal Giraffes Can Count
A new study has found that the animals can keep track of simple quantities and often choose the option with more food, suggesting they have basic math skills. Researchers from the University of Barcelona, the University of Leipzig, and the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology carried out experiments with
Good News for Travelers: Emirates Announces Free Hotel Stay in Dubai
DUBAI: Emirates has launched a new summer promotion offering free hotel stays in Dubai for eligible passengers travelling with the airline. Under the limited-time offer, travellers flying to Dubai or stopping in the city for more than 24 hours can stay at a five-star hotel free of cost. According to
Big Changes in UK Immigration Policy: Key Points for Applicants
ISLAMABAD: The United Kingdom (UK) has introduced sweeping reforms to its asylum system, replacing permanent protection arrangements with a new temporary protection model as part of a broader immigration policy overhaul. Under the revised framework, the initial period of leave to remain has reportedly been reduced from five years to
Good News for Travelers: Dubai Speeds Up Tourist Visa Approvals
DUBAI: Dubai has simplified the process for foreign nationals including Pakistanis, who wish to visit the city for short stays, according to Gulf News. According to the GDRFA authorities, individuals qualified for a tourist visa will be able to apply for a single entry visa in 48 hours after submitting
US Suspends Key Employment-Based Visas for Indian Applicants
WASHINGTON: The US government has temporarily suspended the processing of certain types of work-based immigrant visas issued to Indians due to hitting the yearly cap for the fiscal year 2026. As reported by the US Department of State, all new Employment-Based Second Preference (EB-2) immigrant visas for India have been
New German visa rules create fresh opportunities for professionals
BERLIN: Germany has introduced updated visa and residence permit pathways for foreign information technology (IT) professionals, creating new opportunities for skilled workers seeking employment and long-term residency in Europe’s largest economy. The newly amended laws were released according to the jurisdiction of the Federal Ministry of Economy and Energy. There
Authorities issue safety advisory for travellers at Babusar Top
NARAN: The district administration in Naran has issued a travel advisory for tourists, commuters and transport operators heading to Babusar Top, warning of hazardous conditions due to continuous snowfall in the area. As per the advisory, constant snowfall is posing dangers to travel through the area, leading to slushy roads,
