By Aftab Ahmed | February 3, 2026

A high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has arrived in Pakistan, marking an important milestone in bilateral cooperation on indigenous vaccine manufacturing and the health sector. The visit reflects strong progress toward strengthening Pakistan’s capacity for local vaccine production through strategic collaboration. The Saudi delegation is led by Eng. Nizar Alhariri, Senior Advisor…

By Aftab Ahmed | February 2, 2026

Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended agreements with 1,800 foreign travel agencies over Umrah service violations and stopped issuing new visas, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah said about 5,800 overseas agencies are registered, but action targeted companies that failed to meet required service standards there. Affected travel agencies have been…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 28, 2026

Former caretaker Federal Minister and Chairman of the Economic Policy and Business Development (EPBD), Dr. Gohar Ejaz, has sounded the alarm over the European Union–India Free Trade Agreement, warning that it poses a serious and immediate threat to Pakistan’s industrial base, particularly the textile sector. Dr. Gohar Ejaz said the zero-tariff “honeymoon period” previously enjoyed…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 27, 2026

Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, and Air India, India’s leading global airline, have signed a codeshare agreement that will take effect in February. The agreement introduces a range of benefits for Saudia’s and Air India’s guests, boosting connectivity, enhancing travel experience, strengthening network access, maximizing flight options, and supporting growing demand across…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 15, 2026

The United States has included Pakistan in a list of 75 countries facing a suspension of visa processing, according to a statement from the State Department. The pause, announced on Wednesday, is set to take effect from January 21, with no timeframe provided for when processing may resume. A memo cited in the report directs…

By Aftab Ahmed | January 13, 2026

Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has added Kozhikode in the Republic of India to its scheduled international network, becoming its seventh destination in India, alongside Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kochi, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Lucknow. This addition aligns with Saudia’s expansion strategy to reach new international destinations, connect the world to the Kingdom, optimize the…

By Salman Khan | December 18, 2025

Are you travelers and aviation enthusiasts? So, here is some good news as Emirates has announced a rare global opportunity for you. This is a chance to secure Emirates Skywards Platinum membership benefits, which will be valid for up to 20 years, through a limited-time online charity auction. The initiative is being launched in partnership…

By Salman Khan | December 12, 2025

An overseas Pakistani who was recorded as dead in NADRA records by his family has returned to Pakistan and approached the Sindh High Court. Imran Malik filed a petition saying his family used a fake death certificate that declared him deceased in April 2024. During the hearing, Justice Abdul Mobeen Lakho asked how the petitioner…

By Salman Khan | December 10, 2025

The United Arab Emirates has introduced major visa and residency reforms, with higher fines, stricter penalties, and enforcement. According to the details, the changes aim to curb illegal employment, misuse of visas, and document forgery in emirates . Arab media reported that employers hiring individuals on visit visas will face a Dh10,000 fine. Visit visa…