The Sponsorship Scheme, which does not involve balloting, is expected to continue for aspiring Hajj pilgrims. Caretaker Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Aneeq Ahmed, has affirmed that the Saudi Arabian government is dedicated to improving facilities and services for Pakistani pilgrims during Hajj 2024. The official announcement of the cost will be made …
Internationally renowned singer Ali Zafar has taken to the social media platform X to express his sarcasm about Pakistan’s performance in the ICC World Cup. In a tongue-in-cheek message, Zafar offered mock congratulations to the national team ahead of their match against South Africa on October 27, stating, “Congratulations Pakistan on your victory against South …
Amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, the United States has officially admitted Israel into the visa waiver program on September 27. This program allows Israelis to visit the U.S. for up to 90 days without applying for a visa. It started ahead of the regular schedule, although no specific reason was provided. This development is influenced …
The Health and Care Worker visa is an attractive option for those seeking employment opportunities in the UK’s healthcare and social care sectors. The United Kingdom is increasingly becoming the preferred destination for young individuals seeking employment opportunities to enhance their quality of life. The country offers a range of visa options, with the ‘Health …
The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) comprising Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa, Justice Sardar Tariq Masood, Justice Ijaz Ul Ahsan, Lahore High Court Chief Justice Muhammad Ameer Bhatti, and Balochistan High Court Chief Justice Naeem Akhtar convened to address 29 complaints submitted to them. Subsequently, the council issued a show-cause notice to Supreme Court …
Lonely Planet, the renowned travel publishing business, is celebrating its 50th anniversary by releasing a special best in Travel 2024 list. This list is expanded to include five categories: top countries, regions, cities, sustainable travel destinations, and best-value spots. The top 10 travel destinations for 2024, according to Lonely Planet, are as follows: According to …
The qualification rules for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled to take place in Pakistan, have been revealed by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Pakistan, the host nation, secures the eighth spot in the tournament, while the top 7 nations from the ongoing ODI World Cup in India are guaranteed participation. The tournament structure will …
The Kazakhstan government has decided to ban the hijab headscarf for students and teachers in schools, stating that it is necessary to maintain a secular state. Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev defended the ban, emphasizing that Kazakhstan is and will remain a secular state. Supporters of the ban argue that Kazakhstan should not favor any particular …
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has issued directives to all federal and provincial departments to remain alert and use all available resources to help people during the current rain spell. The Prime Minister’s Office released a statement on Monday, stating that the National and Provincial Disaster Management Authorities should closely monitor the situation and work in …
In a recent development, the arrest of Shireen Mazari, Senior Vice President of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and former Minister of Human Rights of Pakistan, has sparked a wave of criticism from various quarters. Mazari, who was granted parole from the Adiala jail by the Rawalpindi bench of the Lahore High Court (LHC), was detained …