New Zealand increases visa fees in Pakistan and 25 other countries
AUCKLAND: Immigration New Zealand (INZ) announced that from 1 January 2026, service fees at New Zealand Visa Application Centres (VACs) will be increased in 26 countries, including Pakistan. The officials declared that the major reason for the increment is the rise in operational costs and inflation. However, the actual visa
Dense fog forces closure of key section on M-1 Motorway
PESHAWAR: The National Highway and Motorway Police (NHMP) has temporarily closed a section of the M-1 Motorway due to dense fog, to ensure the safety of the travellers. According to NHMP announcement, dense fog created hazardous conditions for driving and the section from Swabi Interchange (Kilometer 420) to Peshawar Main
Visibility zero: M-1 Motorway from Peshawar to Rashakai closed
PESHAWAR: The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) has announced the closure of some sections of the M-1 Motorway for all kinds of traffic. According to the NHMP announcement, the M-1 Motorway closed from Rashkai (KM 459) to Peshawar Main Toll Plaza (KM 498) due to thick fog. اطلاع: سڑک
Motorway M5 closed to all traffic until further notice
The National Highway and Motorway Police (NHMP) has closed Motorway M5 closed from Sher Shah to Zahir Peer due to poor visibility and fog. Motorways and Highways Department’s spokesperson said motorway was closed for the safety of the commuters. The travelers were advised that lane violations in fog can lead
Travel alert: M-1 motorway closed between Peshawar and Rashkai due to dense fog
PESHAWAR: The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) has closed the M-1 motorway from Rashkai (Km 459) to Peshawar Main Toll Plaza (Km 498) due to thick fog. An NHMP official said the motorway is closed at the moment and travellers are given the Grand Trunk Road as an
US requires tourists to provide five-year social media history for entry
WASHINGTON: U.S. Officials have implemented updated entry rules mandating that all international visitors submit their social media activity from the five years before entering the nation. The announcement, released in the Federal Register by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), indicates that travellers are required to provide their social media
Peshawar-Islamabad Motorway opened for traffic
PESHAWAR: The National Highways and Motorway Police announced on saturday that all motorways, including M-1 Peshawar-Islamabad, have been reopened for traffic. According to motorway police spokeperson motorway M-1 from Peshawar to Islamabad has been reopened to all types of traffic after visibility improved. Earlier, the M1 motorway from Peshawar Toll
Winter season brings tourist rush to Kalam valley
Ikram Sadiqui MINGORA: The winter season has come back with intensity to Kalam Valley, drawing an exceptionally large crowd of visitors this week. The surge of tourists has entirely occupied the Kalam bazaar while hotels are noting 70% guest capacity. The significant rise, in cars has additionally intensified traffic congestion
Babusar, Naran highway closed for all types of traffic
PESHAWAR: Babusar-Naran road is closed to all traffic due to snowfall and severe weather, effective today until further notice. The Babusar Road, which connects Naran in the Kaghan Valley to Chilas, has been closed for all types of traffic due to dangerous weather conditions. According to a notification issued by
Dense fog, low visibility Peshawar to Rashkai M1 motorway close
PESHAWAR: The National Highways and Motorway Police (NH&MP) has closed Motorway M1 from Peshawar to Rashkai for traffic due to dense fog and low visibility. The motorway police spokesperson stated that the closure of motorways is solely for the purpose of the safety of citizens and advised citizens to avoid
