PIA Suspends Flights to Fujairah Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East
As tensions in the Middle East escalate, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) announced on Wednesday that it would suspend flights to Fujairah in the UAE for 48 hours. The airline also decided to limit its operations in the UAE to Al Ain, an inland city…
Middle East Tensions Disrupt Flights Across Pakistan, Dozens Cancelled
Rising tensions in the Middle East caused major disruption to air travel in Pakistan. On Wednesday, at least 92 flights were cancelled at different airports. The cancellations left many passengers stranded and forced airlines to reduce their operations.…
Pakistan Extends Airspace Ban on Indian Flights Until April 24
Pakistan has extended Airspace ban on Indian Flights using its airspace until April 24, according to a new aviation notice issued just before the previous deadline of March 23. Also Read : Karachi Hit by Heavy Rain and Strong Winds, Power Outages…
Gold Prices in Pakistan Today – 16 March 2026
Gold prices in Pakistan remained high on 16 March 2026. The price of 24-karat gold was recorded at Rs. 524,562 per tola, while the rate for 10 grams of 24k gold stood at Rs. 449,727. Tensions Rise as Iran Tightens Control Over Key Waterway Or return to…
PAA Cancels NOTAM, Islamabad Airport Flights
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has withdrawn a previously issued Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) regarding flight operations at Islamabad International Airport. According to a spokesperson for the authority, flight operations scheduled between 8:30am and…
Government Announces Eidul Fitr Holidays
The government has officially announced public holidays for Eidul Fitr. According to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division of Pakistan on Sunday, March 20 and March 21 will be observed as public holidays across the country. The notification…
Pakistan’s Telecom Giants Deposit $15 Million Each as 5G Auction Enters Final Phase
Pakistan’s long-awaited 5G spectrum auction has entered its decisive stage, with leading telecom operators beginning to meet the financial requirements set by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). Two major operators, Ufone and Zong, have each…
Sindh Assembly unanimously Passes Resolution Rejects Separate Status for Karachi
The Sindh Assembly has unanimously adopted a resolution rejecting any proposal to carve out Karachi as a separate province or federal territory, declaring the city an integral part of Sindh. The resolution was presented by Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali…
Ruet-e-Hilal Committee to Meet on Feb 18 in Peshawar for Ramadan 1447AH Moon Sighting
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee (RHC) will convene in Peshawar on February 18 to sight the crescent moon for the beginning of Ramadan 1447AH. Zonal moon-sighting committees will meet simultaneously in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, and Quetta. The…
IMF Seeks End to Tax Exemptions on Electric and Hybrid Vehicles in Pakistan
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has put forward new conditions under Pakistan’s $7 billion loan program, with potential consequences for the country’s emerging electric and hybrid vehicle sector. According to sources, the IMF has called for the…
