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The Trump administration is considering a new travel ban that could affect citizens from up to 43 countries, expanding on previous restrictions. The final list of affected countries awaits approval from officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Further details are expected as the administration finalizes its approach. The Trump administration is reportedly preparing a new travel ban that could impact citizens from up to 43 countries. This move is seen as an expansion of the restrictions implemented during Trump's first term. Countries on the New Travel Ban List An internal memo obtained by media sources suggests that the proposed ban will categorize countries into three groups: red, orange, and yellow. Red Category (Full Visa Suspension): People from countries such...

Pakistan stands at 145th out of 146 countries in the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Equality Report 2024. Only 36% of Pakistani women participate in economic activities, with a mere 23% in the workforce. In agriculture, 76% of employed women work without pay. Additionally, the country's literacy rate is 67%, highlighting significant gender disparities. Pakistan has been ranked 145th out of 146 countries in the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Global Gender Gap Report 2024, placing it just above Sudan. In comparison, neighboring countries like Bangladesh and India are ranked in global gender equality at 99th and 129th, respectively. The report highlights significant disparities in Pakistan, particularly in economic participation and opportunity for women. Only 36% of women are enga...

Pakistan has been ranked as the second-most terrorism-affected country in the Global Terrorism Index 2025. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces are the most heavily affected areas. The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is identified as a major source of the increased violence. Pakistan has been ranked as the second most terrorism-affected country in the world, according to the Global Terrorism Index 2025. The report, released by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP), shows a sharp increase in terrorist attacks and fatalities across the country. Pakistan moved from fourth to second place in the ranking due to a 45% rise in terrorism-related deaths. The number of fatalities jumped from 748 in 2023 to 1,081 in 2024, marking one of the most significant surges globally. The ...