Troy remains one of the world’s most fascinating ancient destinations, bringing together mythology, archaeology and more than five millennia of human history. Located in Türkiye’s Çanakkale province, the legendary city continues to attract travellers fascinated by the stories of Homer and the civilizations that once occupied the site. Interest in Troy is also receiving renewed…
The deadline for implementing the NADRA-integrated vaccination card requirement has been extended to September 25, 2026, according to sources in Border Health Services. The extension is expected to provide relief to passengers and Umrah pilgrims who were preparing to comply with the earlier September 14 deadline. Hundreds of travelers and pilgrims had reportedly gathered at…
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has issued an important warning for Pakistani pilgrims planning to perform Hajj 2027 under the private Hajj scheme, advising them not to hand over their Hajj expenses in cash to any individual or private Hajj operator. The ministry has directed prospective pilgrims to use only officially designated digital channels when…
Five major Pakistani cities have been ranked among the world’s 10 least climate-resilient urban centers, according to a new assessment by Singapore-based geospatial analytics firm AlphaGeo. The cities included in the ranking are Hyderabad, Multan, Lahore, Faisalabad and Karachi. Their positions highlight the growing climate risks facing major urban areas across Pakistan. The assessment examined…
A new study has highlighted the significant cancer burden in Balochistan after researchers examined more than 16,000 biopsy samples collected from different parts of the province. The research analyzed 16,342 biopsy samples and identified cancer in 5,145 cases. The findings provide an important overview of cancer patterns among patients in Balochistan. The study was jointly…
A house-full Calgary gala brought together leading Pakistani and South Asian designers, Canadian-based creative talent and an inclusive community celebration under one runway CALGARY — Pakistani fashion, culture and creativity took center stage on August 28 as the Canada Lifestyle Fashion Show & Exhibition 2026 transformed Dera Banquet Hall into a vibrant celebration of South…
Health Minister Mustafa Kamal has proposed a major change in the way government hospitals in Pakistan hire and manage their employees, arguing that public-sector hospitals should move away from permanent staffing. His comments came days after a tragic fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), where 14 newborn babies reportedly lost their lives.…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new once-daily pill for certain patients with advanced pancreatic cancer after clinical trial results showed a significant improvement in survival. The newly approved treatment is intended for patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer who have already received treatment or are unable to undergo combination chemotherapy. The…
Cattle farmers and dairy owners in several rural areas of Jand tehsil are increasingly concerned over reports of lumpy skin disease affecting cows, calves and buffaloes. The reported cases have created anxiety among livestock owners, who fear that the disease could spread further if effective preventive measures are not taken promptly. Cases have reportedly been…
Around 84,000 intending pilgrims have deposited the first installment of their Hajj 2027 expenses through the government’s digital Hajj system, according to the Ministry of Religious Affairs. The ministry said Rs. 52.5 billion has so far been received from applicants through three payment methods introduced on the official Pak Hajj App and Hajj Portal. The…