Pakistan

Third Flight from Kyrgyzstan Bring Pakistani Students Home Safely
Pakistan

Third Flight from Kyrgyzstan Bring Pakistani Students Home Safely

A third flight from Kyrgyzstan, carrying Pakistani students, has safely landed at Lahore Airport. Parents and relatives gathered at the airport eagerly awaited the arrival of Flight KA-6571, which brought the students. Information Minister Ata Tarar welcomed the students at the airport. He expressed his satisfaction with the successful effort to bring them back home safely. He also said the government will keep working to ensure the safety and well-being of Pakistani citizens abroad. The government made special plans for the returning students, making sure everything went smoothly when they arrived. Families felt relieved and happy as they reunited at the airport. "The government has prioritized the safe return of our students, and we are pleased to see them back home," stated Tarar...
Pakistan Records Historic Increase in IT Exports,  Surging to $310 Million in April
Pakistan, Sci-Tech

Pakistan Records Historic Increase in IT Exports,  Surging to $310 Million in April

Last month, Pakistan reached a significant milestone as its Information Technology (IT) exports surged to a record-breaking $310 million.  Minister of State Shaza Fatima announced that this notable increase represents Pakistan's largest growth in IT exports ever recorded within a single month. It marks a significant achievement for the nation. In April 2024, Pakistan experienced a remarkable surge of 62.3% in IT exports compared to the same period last year. This feat underscores the country's growing prominence in the global IT arena. Minister Fatima emphasized the government's steadfast dedication to boosting IT exports. She attributed this remarkable progress to the unwavering commitment of the prime minister and the administration's focused efforts on advancing the IT sector. ...
Special Flight Brings Home 140 Pakistani Students from Kyrgyzstan
Pakistan

Special Flight Brings Home 140 Pakistani Students from Kyrgyzstan

In response to recent attacks on students in Kyrgyzstan, a special flight from Bishkek safely landed at Lahore Airport. The flight carried 180 passengers, including 140 Pakistani students. Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi welcomes evacuated students at airport. He arrived at the airport before the flight's arrival to ensure all necessary arrangements were in place. “The life of our children is of utmost importance,” he stated. “We must prioritize bringing back those who are injured. Our primary goal is to save lives and ensure their safe return.” Mohsin Naqvi not only welcomed the evacuated students but also listened to their concerns and experiences. The Minister also inquired about the ongoing situation in Kyrgyzstan, seeking first-hand accounts from the students to better u...
Pakistan Braces for Three Heat Waves in May and June
Global, Pakistan

Pakistan Braces for Three Heat Waves in May and June

National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) predicts three scorching heat waves to hit the country in May and June. According to the NDMA, several districts in Sindh and Punjab provinces, including Umarkot, Tharparkar, Bahawalpur, and Rahim Yar Khan, will be most affected. Stay hydrated people! Get ready, Pakistan! Brace yourselves for some serious heat as the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) predicts not one, not two, but three heat waves hitting different cities over the next 25 days. Cities like Bahawalpur, Rahimyar Khan in south Punjab, and Umarkot, Tharparkar, Tando Allahyar, Matiari, and Sanghar in Sindh are on the radar for these scorching heatwaves. Starting from May 15 until the end of the month, the first wave is expected to last for two to three days wit...
Pakistan’s Biggest Hindu Festival Brings Mountains Alive
Culture, Pakistan

Pakistan’s Biggest Hindu Festival Brings Mountains Alive

Preparations are underway in Balochistan for the annual Hinglaj Yatra festival, a three-day pilgrimage expected to draw over 100,000 Hindu devotees. The Hindu festival is considered the largest celebration in Pakistan. It will see worshippers converge on the Hingol National Park to participate in religious rituals and seek blessings at the sacred Hinglaj Mata temple. Over 100,000 Hindu pilgrims are set to embark on a three-day journey to one of their most sacred sites in Pakistan. This Hindu festival is known as the Hinglaj Yatra. The festival transforms the rugged landscape of Hingol National Park in Balochistan province into a vibrant celebration. Despite being a minority in Pakistan, Hindus make up 4.4 million of the population. The ancient cave temple of Hinglaj Mata attracts pi...