Pakistan Receives $1.02 Billion IMF Payout Despite India’s Objections

Pakistan has received the second tranche of $1.02 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF)—a long-term loan program designed to stabilize struggling economies. This marks a major step in Pakistan’s $7 billion IMF loan agreement, which began in September 2024 and spans 37 months. The update was officially shared […]

Pakistani Patient on ECMO Support for 70 Days Dies at Chennai Hospital

Chennai lA 23-year-old Pakistani national who had been undergoing treatment for severe respiratory failure at a private hospital in Chennai passed away on April 25, hospital authorities confirmed on Monday. The patient was admitted to MGM Healthcare on February 12, 2025, following complications from interstitial lung disease. “Despite the best efforts of our medical team, […]

Over 1,000 Indians Return Home From Pakistan After Pahalgam Terror Attack

Lahore lMore than 1,000 Indians have returned home from Pakistan via the Wagah border over the past six days after visa cancellations following the Pahalgam terror attack, a government official confirmed on Monday. “Over 1,000 Indians have crossed back into India through the Wagah border. Similarly, over 800 Pakistanis have returned to Pakistan by Monday,” […]

International Flights Face Longer Routes and Higher Fares as Pakistan Shuts Airspace for Indian Carriers

New Delhi lPassengers flying westward from India may soon face longer travel times and higher airfares, as Pakistan has closed its airspace to Indian carriers. Major airlines, including Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, are now forced to reroute their international flights, leading to significant operational challenges. The closure, effective immediately, is impacting west-bound flights from […]