Big news for asylum seekers in US as immigration policy softens
WASHINGTON: The United States government has changed its immigration rules and resumed processing asylum applications for some refugees, raising hopes for the reopening of thousands of pending cases. The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) now permits specific asylum applications which the agency had banned during the previous year according
Good news for UK-bound travellers as PIA resumes flights
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has resumed its air operations to London after a hiatus of six years. This marks a major milestone in the history of PIA. The first flight, PK 325, left Islamabad International Airport for London with a full load of passengers. A simple but dignified ceremony
Saudi Arabia grants relief to visa holders with new deadline
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has declared a major relief measure for visa holders which enables them to correct their visa status. The Ministry of Interior has decided to offer a grace period for those with expired visas, including visit Umrah transit and final exit visas. The extension applies to visas that
Renowned airline suspends flight operations to Middle East
LONDON: A United Kingdom-based airline, British airways has suspended its flight operations to several Middle Eastern destinations including Dubai because of ongoing security concerns and regional instability. The airline has cancelled all flights to Dubai until the summer season, according to media reports. The company will also keep its services
Eid tourists urged to download ‘Safe Tourism’ App for quick emergency access
MURREE: In order to provide security to the tourists during their visit to Murree during the upcoming Eid holidays, special security arrangements have been made by the Murree police. District Police Officer (DPO) Murree has advised the tourists to download the Safe Tourism Murree application before their visit. This will
Emirates introduces new flight booking flexibility for passengers
ABU DHABI: Passengers now have the ability to rebook their flights through online platforms which Emirates launched between 72 hours following their initial departure time. Emirates provides its passengers with increased travel options because flight schedules throughout the day keep changing. Travelers now have the ability to rebook their flights
UAE announces major visa relaxation, including for Pakistanis
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has implemented new visa regulations that permit Pakistani residents and other international residents to return to the country after their visa expiration. The new decision from the UAE government allows people whose residency visas have lapsed to enter the country without obtaining another
88 flights from Pakistan canceled amid Middle East tensions
KARACHI: The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has led to the closure of airspaces in several countries, significantly impacting flight operations. Today, a total of 88 flights were canceled in Pakistan, causing major disruptions across multiple cities. Specifically, 57 flights were scheduled to operate to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and
Big relief for Umrah pilgrims as Saudi Arabia unveils e-gates service
ISLAMABAD: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has introduced an e-gates immigration system, aiming to make the entry procedure faster and more convenient for Umrah pilgrims. The Saudi General Directorate of Passports has introduced an automated immigration system which functions as an e-gates immigration service for Umrah pilgrims who arrive in
US urges citizens to leave 12 Middle Eastern countries immediately
WASHINGTON: The United States has issued an urgent travel advisory urging its citizens to leave the Middle East region immediately. The advisory comes as tensions rise following joint US-Israel attacks against Iran, which have significantly increased regional instability. The US Department of State has issued an advisory that recommends American
