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In a landmark decision, Iran announces visa-free entry for Indian tourists, becoming the fifth country to adopt this progressive policy. Following in the footsteps of Malaysia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Kenya, Iran is taking significant steps to enhance its appeal as a tourist destination. Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Ezzatollah Zarghami said […]
Unveiling the Hajj Policy 2024 Dr Aneeq Ahmed, the caretaker Minister for Religious Affairs in Islamabad, recently unveiled the eagerly anticipated Hajj Policy 2024. Breaking new ground, he announced that the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage would be more affordable than ever before in Pakistan’s history. Surprise for Pilgrims In a groundbreaking move, the government introduced a […]
In Pakistan, there’s good news for those dreaming of going on Hajj. The Ministry of Religious Affairs has just announced a new, shorter Hajj package starting next year. Pilgrims will now have two choices: a shorter trip of 18-20 days or the usual longer stay. Normally, a Hajj journey lasts around 35 to 50 days. […]
Islamabad, June 2023 – After a successful pilot launch in June 2023 in Islamabad, the implementation of E-passports has now been extended to passport offices across the entire nation. It’s important to highlight that the introduction of E-passports in Islamabad in June 2023 was met with positive response from the general public. According to the […]
In a much-anticipated announcement, Finance Minister Ishaq Dar revealed on Sunday that Pakistan International Airlines is expected to resume UK Flight operations in October. This news comes as a breath of fresh air for travelers and aviation enthusiasts, as the route had been suspended due to safety concerns and non-compliance with international aviation standards. During […]
ISLAMABAD: In a momentous effort to extend support and facilitate the sacred journey of the Hajj pilgrims who engaged in the 2023 pilgrimage under the official scheme, the Pakistani government has taken a crucial step by announcing Rs.97,000 refunds for Hajj pilgrims. The Ministry of Religious Affairs spokesperson revealed the government’s disbursement of funds to […]
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is set to revive direct flights between Lahore and Skardu in a bid to promote tourism within Pakistan. The national airline aims to commence domestic flights on June 3, 2023, operating between Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) and Skardu International Airport (KDU). Initially, PIA plans to offer two weekly flights on […]
Pakistan has surrendered its Hajj quota of 800 seats to Saudi Arabia for the first time in history. The government scheme quota was returned as there were not enough applicants for the pilgrimage, which could have cost the government an additional $24 million in accommodation expenses. The federal government had already announced that there would […]
Saudi Arabia has launched a new initiative that allows businesses to issue a temporary work visa to employees without any required documents, according to a statement by the labour portal, Qiwa. The visa enables the holder to work for a specific period without needing a work permit and residency. The visa is issued immediately upon […]
Lt. Gen. Muhammad Al-Bassami, the Director of Public Security, recently spoke about the importance of booking an Umrah appointments on the Nusuk or Tawakkalna applications for performing Umrah. He urged pilgrims to adhere to the appointment dates as this is crucial to ensure the smooth organization of the pilgrimage. Al-Bassami also assured that the available […]
