Tue, 21-Oct-2025

FIA foils attempt to travel illegally to Europe under Umrah cover

FIA

FAISALABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration successfully thwarted an attempt to illegally travel to Europe under the guise of Umrah, offloading four passengers at Faisalabad Airport. According to FIA officials, the passengers — identified as Muhammad Muzammil, Muhammad Osama, Muhammad Tahir, and Muhammad Muneeb — were traveling on flight FZ392 to Saudi Arabia on … Read more

FIA arrests 12 men trying to travel abroad

FIA

Gujranwala: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested 12 passengers attempting to travel illegally to Europe. According to the FIA Director, the Immigration Cell conducted an operation at Sialkot Airport, during which the passengers were offloaded and taken into custody. He added that the suspects had planned to travel from Uganda to Libya and then … Read more

UK records hottest summer since 1884, met office warns of climate risks

UK records hottest summer since 1884, met office warns of climate risks

London: The United Kingdom has experienced its hottest summer on record, with average temperatures surpassing previous highs, UK Met Office says The national weather service reported that June, July, and August saw a mean average temperature of 16.1°C (60.9°F), exceeding the 2018 record of 15.8°C (60.4°F). The summer of 2025 brought four heatwaves across the … Read more

WhatsApp launches Ads globally, Skips Europe due to regulations

WhatsApp to introduce new exciting feature- Check details

Meta has officially launched the global rollout of ads on WhatsApp, signaling a major shift in how the world’s most popular messaging platform will generate revenue. The company began introducing ads on June 16 in regions outside the European Union, aiming to monetize the app while keeping its core messaging functions intact. Users will now … Read more

Turkey arrests 234 people in major Europe-coordinate drug operations

Turkey arrests 234 people in major Europe-coordinate drug operations

Turkish authorities arrested 234 individuals in a coordinated operation with four European countries. The operation targeted criminal drug-trafficking organizations, including 225 inside Turkey and nine abroad. Detainees suspected of involvement in a drug trafficking scheme. Turkish authorities arrested 234 people on Tuesday in an operation coordinated with four European countries targeting criminal drug-trafficking organizations, said … Read more

FIA exposes gang involved in sending citizens to Europe

FIA

KARACHI: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) ​​Immigration Circle exposed the organized gang involved in sending citizens to Europe via the sea while conducting operations at the Jinnah International Airport Karachi.

Spokesman FIA said that five passengers arriving in Karachi from Mauritania are being questioned, passengers are from Hafizabad, Gujranwala and Swat.

The FIA ​​spokesperson said that the agents resolved cases for Europe for Rs 2.5 million and 3.5 million for Europe, according to preliminary investigation, passengers arrived in Mauritania via Dubai, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Upon arrival at Mauritania, agents tried to send passengers illegally to Europe.

According to the FIA ​​spokesman, passengers refused to travel illegally through the sea and returned, passengers have been shifted to the Anti -Human Trafficking Circle Karachi to identify agents.

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Pakistan’s Exports to Europe surge to $3.8 billion in FY2024-25’s first five months

Pakistan Exports

Pakistan’s exports to Europe have risen to $3.8 billion, marking an 8.62 percent increase in the first five months of the current fiscal year 2024-25. This growth is driven by the efforts of the Special Investment Facilitation Council and is primarily attributed to key sectors such as textiles, leather, garments, sports goods, and surgical instruments. … Read more

PM lauds restoration of PIA flight operation to Europe

PM

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister  Shehbaz Sharif congratulated the nation on departure of the first flight of Pakistan Airlines (PIA) to Paris following restoration of PIA flight operation to Europe.

The prime minister, in a statement said the restoration of PIA flights to Europe will facilitate the overseas Pakistanis as they will benefit from the direct flights.

He noted that due to suspension of flights, the national airlines had to incur huge losses worth billions of dollars and also had to lose its reputation.

“By the grace of Allah Almighty, the incumbent government has restored the identity of the national airlines,” the prime minister said.

After restoration of flights to Europe, PIA will move towards news development and progress, he added.

In this regard, the prime minister said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for Aviation Khawaja Muhammad Asif, the relevant departments and their officers and staff deserved appreciation.

The PIA’s flight will reach Charles de Gaulle Airport Paris at 1700 hours Paris local time on Friday.

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PIA sets sights on expanding network to Europe and UK

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Islamabad: After the uplifting of ban imposed by EASA, PIA is planning to expand its network to Europe and uk. The spokesperson of PIA said that, with the expansion of its network and the potential resumption of flights to the UK and Europe, national airline is in the process of rejuvenating its aircraft that were … Read more

WHO Reports Increase in Problematic Social Media Use Among Teens

Social Media

The World Health Organization issued a warning on Wednesday about a “sharp rise in problematic social media use” among teenagers in Europe, indicating that it is negatively affecting their mental health. The organization’s European division also highlighted that more than one in ten adolescents are at “risk of problematic gaming.” The WHO Europe defined problematic … Read more

Iran’s secret service faces allegations to target Jews in Europe

Iran's secret service faces allegations to target Jews in Europe

The case, known as “Marco Polo,” indicates a resurgence of Iranian state-sponsored terrorism in Europe. Iranian intelligence allegedly aimed to target civilians and instill fear in Europe among political opposition. Despite his probation, Abdelkrim S. made multiple trips to Germany for scouting purposes. In May, a Paris court detained and charged a couple on accusations … Read more

EU health agency urges Europe to prepare for more Monkey pox cases

EU health agency urges Europe to prepare for more Monkey pox cases

The ECDC reported that the overall risk to the general population in the EU. However, it recommends high levels of preparedness planning and awareness-raising activities. The ECDC states Europe is “highly likely” to see more imported cases. On Friday, the European Union health agency urged its member states to prepare for more cases of a … Read more

Ali Zafar shares adorable family moments from UK and France

Ali Zafar shares adorable family moments from UK and France

Ali Zafar is known for exceptional singing skills and successful albums. He consistently produces new music and covers regional Pakistani songs. He released the romantic song “Yaar Di Akh” with around 2 million views. Ali Zafar, a brilliant Pakistani singer, actor, producer, and model, is renowned for his exceptional singing skills and successful albums. He … Read more

UN rights chief issues warning on rise of Far-Right in Europe

UN rights chief issues warning on rise of Far-Right in Europe

Turk, an Austrian, has run for the top UN rights job, drawing inspiration from his country’s history of anti-Semitism and Holocaust participation. He cites the rise of populist, extremist politics to the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences. Turk intends to use his position to influence global issues such as climate change. On Wednesday, the United … Read more

Deadly suspected militant attack in Mali leaves over 20 Civilians dead

Deadly suspected militant attack in Mali leaves over 20 Civilians dead

Mali has been ravaged by militants and other armed groups for over a decade, with violence intensifying since 2015. The attack began before nightfall and lasted around three hours. The violence has resulted in thousands of deaths and hundreds of thousands of displacements. Militants carried out an attack in central Mali on Monday that killed … Read more

Caretaker PM assures smooth transition of Power after elections

Caretaker PM

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister (PM) Anwaar ul Haq Kakar has categorically said that the people of Pakistan will elect their representatives on the 8th of next month, and the caretaker government will transfer power to them peacefully. Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar, while talking to a private news channel, said that democracy will … Read more

All new Dacia Duster SUV unveiled in Europe

All new Dacia Duster SUV unveiled in Europe

Renault has set the automotive world abuzz with the grand unveiling of its revamped 2024 Duster SUV, boasting an array of stunning features and design elements that promise to redefine the driving experience. Drawing inspiration from the brand’s Bigger concept, this new-generation Duster presents a captivating blend of aesthetic appeal and cutting-edge technology. Exterior Marvel: … Read more

Policy Pivot: Niger Junta Rethinks Stance on Migration Control

Policy Pivot: Niger Junta Rethinks Stance on Migration Control

Niger junta scraps anti-migration law, easing West Africans’ Europe-bound travel. Enacted in 2015, the law criminalized migrant transport through Niger. Repeal aims to rebuild ties with Western allies, gain domestic support. Niger’s junta has annulled a controversial anti-migration law, which, while reducing the number of West Africans heading to Europe, faced opposition from desert communities … Read more

Poland’s conflict with Ukraine upset many in Europe & served as gift for Putin

Poland's conflict with Ukraine

Poland’s conflict with Ukraine upset many in Europe. They view Poland’s actions as primarily aimed at the domestic electorate. European officials do not believe there will be a significant change in policy. Europe’s support for Ukraine faced an unexpected challenge when Poland, previously one of Kyiv’s strongest allies on the continent, appeared to announce a … Read more

EU Emergency Plan for Migrant Arrivals in Italy

EU Emergency Plan

Over 8,500 migrants arrived in a week, overwhelming the island. Italy’s Prime Minister highlights Europe’s capacity to face big challenges. Lampedusa’s migration center meant for 400 is now holding 1,500 migrants. The European Union has unveiled an emergency plan to assist Italy in managing the influx of migrants, following a record number of arrivals on … Read more

FIA releases Red Book of most wanted human traffickers

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  • FIA issued 12th Red Book of  most wanted human traffickers.
  • The circle has been tightened around human traffickers.
  • FIA registered many cases against human trafficker in Gujranwala.

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has released the Red Book of most wanted human traffickers, which includes 156 human traffickers.

According to the details, the circle has been tightened around the human traffickers who send them to other countries including Europe by giving an illusion of a better future.

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has released the 12th Red Book of the most wanted human traffickers involved in human trafficking.

Officials say that many cases have been registered against the accused in the anti-human trafficking circles of FIA. According to the Red Book, FIA has 20 accused in the Lahore zone, 71 in the Gujranwala zone, 12 in the Faisalabad zone, and three accused in the Multan zone.

Similarly,  FIA wanted 34 human traffickers Islamabad zone, 12 in the Karachi zone, and two each in the Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa(KP) zones.

According to FIA, the crackdown against human traffickers is underway while the identity cards and passports of the wanted accused have been blacklisted.

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EU launches probe into Chinese EV subsidies

EU launches probe into Chinese EV subsidies

EU probes tariffs on subsidized Chinese EVs. European carmakers challenged by affordable Chinese EVs. China’s EV companies go global amid local competition. The European Commission launched a probe on Wednesday to determine whether to impose tariffs to defend the European Union (EU) against Chinese EV imports that are subsidized by the government. “Global markets are … Read more

Wildfires raging across Europe claimed lives of 18 migrants

Wildfires raging Europe migrants

The bodies of 18 individuals, identified by fire brigade officials as migrants, have been discovered amidst raging wildfires in Greece, Europe. An additional fatality was reported near Athens on the previous day. Greece is currently grappling with a barrage of 65 wildfires, while over 20 countries in the region are under heat warnings due to … Read more

Brazilian spider with painful erection side effect found in Austria

Austria

Brazilian spider with painful erection side effect found in Austria. The incident occurred at a Penny shop near Vienna. Its venom is being studied for potential medical applications. An Austrian superstore was evacuated recently due to reports of sightings of a poisonous Brazilian spider. This particular spider’s venom has been known to cause prolonged and … Read more