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Saudi Arabia Passport Sticker Visa System

Saudi Arabia has announced a new visit visa policy for 14 countries

Saudi Arabia has introduced a new visit visa policy 2025 for 14 countries, including Pakistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Morocco, Nigeria, Sudan, Tunisia and Yemen. 

Saudi authorities have suspended one-year multiple-entry visas for tourism, business and family visits, and visitors from these countries can now only obtain single-entry visas.

Pakistani passport holders can travel visa-free to 12 countries

The change is aimed at preventing people from performing Hajj illegally, as some individuals were using long-term visit visas to bypass the government’s Hajj quota. The new policy came into effect on February 1, 2025.

Saudi Arabic New Visit Visa Policy 2025

To visit Saudi Arabia, visitors from 14 countries will need to apply for a single-entry visa, which is valid for 30 days and has a maximum stay of 30 days per visit.

They also need to submit applications and biometrics at trusted visa centers.

Saudi authorities are tightening control over the Hajj, and they allocate Hajj quotas for each country.

Saudi Arabia multiple-entry visa allows visitors from around the world to explore the kingdom’s rich cultural heritage and modern infrastructure year-round.

Meanwhile, the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced the opening of Hajj 2025 registration for domestic pilgrims, including citizens and residents, and appealed to applicants to submit their applications through the Naskh app or the official e-portal.

The ministry stressed the importance of early registration, advising applicants to complete their health information, include accompanying pilgrims, and submit requests for exemption from the Muharram requirement if necessary.

Once these steps are completed, applicants will be notified when Hajj package bookings are available. The ministry also clarified that priority will be given to those who have not performed Hajj before.

Electricity and light load shedding schedule in mandi bahauddin

Today load shedding schedule Mandi Bahauddin February 2025

Mandi Bahauddin: GEPCO today released the load shedding schedule for February 2025 for Mandi Bahauddin district.

Date Feeder Name
6/2/2025 Bohat
9/2/2025 Complex, Wasu, City, Crystal, Phalia Road, Canal, Gurrah, Katchery Road, Shah Taj, Jhulana, Gulshan Iqbal, Sohawa, Sufi City, Al Asar Mall, Shafqatabad
10/2/2025 Kot Baloch
11/2/2025 Railway Station Chalianwala, Murala, Sab Sadhari, Dara Pur, New Rasool
12/2/2025 Gulzar
13-02-2025 Bohat
15-02-2025 Mong, Canal
16-02-2025 Complex, Wasu, City, Crystal, Phalia Road, Canal, Gurrah, Katchery Road, Shah Taj, Jhulana, Gulshan Iqbal, Sohawa, Sufi City, Al Asar Mall, Shafqatabad
17-02-2025 Kot Baloch
18-02-2025 Sab Sadhari, Dara Pur, New Rasool
19-02-2025 Gulzar
20-02-2025 Railway Station Chalianwala, Murala
23-02-2025 Complex, Wasu, City, Crystal, Phalia Road, Canal, Gurrah, Katchery Road, Shah Taj, Jhulana, Gulshan Iqbal, Sohawa, Sufi City, Al Asar Mall, Shafqatabad
24-02-2025 Mong, Kot Baloch, Canal
25-02-2025 Bohat, Sab Sadhary, Dara Pur, New Rasool
26-02-2025 Gulzar
27-02-20025 Complex, Wasu, City, Crystal, Phalia Road, Canal, Gurrah, Katchery Road, Shah Taj, Jhulana, Gulshan Iqbal, Sohawa, Sufi City, Al Asar Mall, Shafqatabad, Railway Station Chalianwala, Murala

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  • According to the schedule shared by GEPCO, on 06, 13, the light of Bohat feeder will remain closed from 9AM to 3PM.
  • On 09, 16 and 23 February, the light of Complex, Wasu, City, Crystal, Phalia Road, Canal, Gurrah, Katchery Road, Shah Taj, Jhulana, Gulshan Iqbal, Sohawa, Sufi City, Al Asar Mall, Shafqatabad will off from 9am to 3pm.
  • On 10, 17 february, the light of Kot Baloch feeder will off from 9am to 3pm.
  • On 11 February, the light of Railway Station Chalianwala, Murala, Sab Sadhari, Dara Pur, New Rasool feeders will remain closed from 9am to 3pm.
  • On 12, 19 and 27 February, the light of Gulzar feeder will remain close from 9am to 3pm.
  • On 15 February, the light of Mong and Canal feeders will remain closed from 9am to 3pm.
  • On 18 February, the light of Sab Sadhari, Dara Pur, New Rasool will off from 9am to 3pm.
  • On 20 February, 2025, the light of Railway Station Chalianwala, Murala feeders will off from 9 am to 3 pm.
  • On 24 February, the light of Mong, Kot Baloch, Canal feeders will remain close from 9am to 3pm.
  • On 25 February, the light of Bohat, Sab Sadhary, Dara Pur, New Rasool feeders will remain close from 9am to 3pm.
  • On 27 February 2025, the light of Complex, Wasu, City, Crystal, Phalia Road, Canal, Gurrah, Katchery Road, Shah Taj, Jhulana, Gulshan Iqbal, Sohawa, Sufi City, Al Asar Mall, Shafqatabad, Railway Station Chalianwala, Murala feeders will reamin closed from 9am to 3pm.

New Australia Core Skills Occupation List 2025 (CSOL) invitation

The wait is over. Australia is inviting applications for skilled workers under the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) in 2025.

Australia continues to be a top destination for skilled immigrants. But with the job market constantly evolving, it’s crucial to know which skills are most in demand. Fortunately, the latest report from Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA) gives us a clear picture of what Australia is looking for in 2025.

Consider the CSOL your golden ticket to working in Australia. This list, which is updated annually, is the basis for the core skillset within the Skills in Demand (SID) visa program. Basically, if your occupation is on this list, you’re in luck! Employers can sponsor you for a temporary visa, which could open the door to a potential future in Australia.

Pakistani passport holders can travel visa-free to 12 countries

New Core Skills Occupation List 2025

The 2024 CSOL, which gives us a strong indication of what to expect in 2025, includes 456 occupations! Here’s a breakdown of some of the key areas:

  • Healthcare Heroes:

Australia’s growing population and increasing healthcare needs mean that professionals such as registered nurses, general practitioners, medical specialists (cardiologists, surgeons, etc.), midwives, and allied health professionals (physiotherapists, occupational therapists) are in high demand.

  • Engineering Professionals:

From building critical infrastructure to supporting technological development, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, mining engineers, and engineering technologists are vital to Australia’s development.

  • Tech Wizards:

In an increasingly digital world, ICT business analysts, systems analysts, software engineers, cybersecurity engineers, and data scientists are in high demand.

  • Education enthusiasts:

Raising the next generation is a priority, and Australia needs qualified early childhood teachers, primary school teachers, secondary school teachers, and vocational education teachers.

  • Trades Professionals:

Skilled tradespeople are the backbone of many industries. Electricians, automotive electricians, plumbers, carpenters and joiners, metal fitters and machinists, and bricklayers are all essential.

And much more! CSOL also includes sectors such as finance (accountants, auditors), legal (solicitors) and hospitality (chefs, cooks).

Australia’s 2025 job market is full of promise for skilled immigrants. By understanding CSOL, staying informed about emerging trends, and putting your best foot forward in your applications, you can increase your chances of landing your dream job!

cti teachers jobs in punjab

Punjab approves recruitment of school teaching interns (STIs) 2025

In a major move to enhance educational infrastructure in Punjab, Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat has announced a major recruitment drive. The School Education Department Punjab is set to hire 12,500 school teaching interns for 2025.

The decision, approved by the cabinet, aims to address the shortage of teachers in the region and improve the quality of education.

HED CTI Jobs In Punjab 2024 – List of Vacant positions district wise

The Punjab government has approved the recruitment of 12,500 teaching interns as a temporary solution to the shortage of teaching staff in government schools across the province. Each intern will be compensated with a monthly salary of PKR 45,000.

Eligibility Criteria for the Recruitment of School Teaching Inters

To be eligible for these posts, candidates should have a minimum educational qualification, preferably a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education or a related field. Further details on the eligibility criteria will be detailed in the official notification to be issued by the School Education Department.

How to Online Apply for School Teaching Inters

Interested candidates will be required to apply through a designated online portal. The selection process will typically include a review of academic qualifications and a possible interview to assess the candidates’ teaching ability and passion for education.

 

Extension of winter vacation in Punjab schools by one more week

Punjab govt has changed schools timing after winter vacations

Schools across Punjab will reopen on January 19 (Monday) after the winter vacations, with the School Education Department revising the school timings to accommodate the ongoing cold wave in the region.

The Punjab government has changed the school timings after the 2026 winter vacations. The department confirmed that schools, which were closed for winter vacations from December 21, 2025, will resume operations on January 19, 2025 (Monday).

Schools will open at 8:45 a.m. from Monday to Thursday and close at 1:30 p.m. However, on Fridays, schools will close earlier, at 12:30.

New school timings for winter by Punjab School Education Department

Meanwhile, all government and private schools in Punjab are also set to reopen on January 19, as the provincial government has not announced any further extension of the winter vacations. The resumption of classes is expected to continue as scheduled despite the ongoing cold weather.

Pakistan Passport Fee 2024 - New Passport and Renewal Passport Fee - Pakistani Passport holders

Pakistani passport holders can travel visa-free to 12 countries

The Pakistani passport, considered one of the weakest in the world, will still provide visa-free travel to a few countries in 2025.

According to the Passport Index released by Henley & Partners for January to June 2025, Pakistani passport holders can travel visa-free to 12 countries.

According to the report, visa-free access is divided into three categories.

  1. True visa-free travel: A situation where no arrangements are required.
  2. Visa on arrival: Where a visa is issued upon arrival in the relevant country.
  3. Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA): Where prior authorization is obtained online.

Visa-free access to 12 countries

According to the report, there are 12 countries where Pakistani citizens can travel without a visa. However, a Pakistani passport is required for travel. These countries are as follows:

  1. Barbados: Caribbean island country that allows Pakistani citizens to stay without a visa.
  2. Cook Islands: This beautiful destination in the South Pacific is visa-free for Pakistanis.
  3. Dominica: Visa-free travel is also possible in this small Caribbean country.
  4. Haiti: Another Caribbean country that welcomes Pakistanis without a visa.
  5. Madagascar: The fourth largest island in Africa that offers visa-free travel.
  6. Micronesia: A country consisting of islands in the Pacific Ocean where visa-free travel is possible.
  7. Montserrat: A British-administered Caribbean island where visa-free travel is possible.
  8. New Zealand: This island in the South Pacific is open to Pakistanis.
  9. Rwanda: This African country also provides visa-free access to Pakistani citizens.
  10. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: This small Caribbean country also allows visa-free travel.
  11. Trinidad and Tobago: Another Caribbean island country where Pakistanis can visit without a visa.
  12. Vanuatu: This country, consisting of islands near Australia, is also included in the list of visa-free countries.

Normal passport will be issued in 20 days and urgent in 10 days

These countries provide Pakistani citizens with a unique opportunity to travel to these countries without a visa. This news is good news for Pakistani travelers who are keen on traveling the world.

100 And 1500 Prize Bonds draw schedule has been announced

200 and 750 Prize Bond List Draw Schedule 2025

Big news for those holding prize bonds of Rs 750. Rs 200 and Rs 750 prize bond list draw schedule 2025 has been announced.

For those holding a prize bond of Rs 750, there is good news that the draw for this value bond will be held four times this year. According to the information, the first draw for the Rs 750 prize bond will be held on January 15, 2025. Similarly, the sale of the Rs 200 prize bond has been scheduled for December 15, 2025.

Honda CD 70 and 125 installment plan 2025 in Pakistan

The first prize of this bond is Rs 15 lakh while the three second prize winners have been given Rs 50 lakh. While there are 1,696 third prizes out of which the winners are given a cash prize of Rs 9,300.

Chances Of Ramadan Moon Sighting On March 22 In Pakistan

Schools in Bangladesh will remain closed during Ramadan 2025

Bangladesh’s interim government has announced that schools will remain closed during the holy month of Ramadan. Government primary schools will remain closed during the holy month of Ramadan.

According to the Dhaka Tribune, the caretaker government led by Muhammad Yunus has abolished many holidays that have been prevalent in the country for decades, while also changing the timings of some holidays.

When is Ramadan 2025? Announcing expected date of moon sight

Bangladesh’s Ministry of Primary and Mass Education has released a holiday calendar for the country’s public primary schools for the year 2025, announcing 76 days of holidays in addition to weekly holidays.

According to the report, according to the ongoing holiday schedule, the Ramadan holidays in primary schools will begin from March 2.

During this time, schools will remain closed for a total of 28 days, including the holidays of Ramadan, Eid-ul-Fitr, Jumma-ul-Wida and Bangladesh Independence Day. While classes will resume from April 8 after Eid.

Motorway and National Highway Police New Challan Rates and Toll plaza tax

NHA has increased motorway and highway toll tax rates 2025

The National Highway Authority (NHA) has announced an increase in toll tax on highways and motorways and the new rates will be applicable from January 1, 2025.

According to the notification, the revised toll tax rate will be applicable on all national highways and motorways.

National Highway

Category Existing New
Car 50 60
Wagon 90 100
Bus 170 200
Truck 2 & 3 Axle 210 250
Articulated Truck 460 500

N-55 Kohat Tunnel

Category Existing New
Car 130 150
Wagon 420 450
Bus 520 550
Truck 2 & 3 Axle 520 550
Articulated Truck 780 800

N-75 IMDCW

Category Existing New
Car 110 150
Wagon 130 150
Bus 280 300
Truck 2 & 3 Axle 330 350
Articulated Truck 610 700

N-135 Mianwali to Muzaffargarh (Mianwali and Khansar Toll Plazas)

Category Existing New
Car 50 60
Wagon 90 100
Bus 170 200
Truck 2 & 3 Axle 210 250
Articulated Truck 460 500

N-135 Mianwali to Muzaffargarh (Fatehpur and Chowk Sarwar Toll Plazas)

Category Existing New
Car 20 20
Wagon 30 30
Bus 60 60
Truck 2 & 3 Axle 70 70
Articulated Truck 150 150

M-1 Islamabad to Peshawar

Category Existing New
Car 460 500
Wagon upto 12 seater 720 750
Coaster/Mini Bus 13-24 seater 910 1000
Bus 1300 1450
Truck 2 & 3 Axle 1690 1900
Articulated Truck 2300

M-3 Lahore to Abdul Hakeem

Category Existing New
Car 650 700
Wagon upto 12 seater 980 1100
Coaster/Mini Bus 13-24 seater 1500 1600
Bus 2080 2200
Truck 2 & 3 Axle 2730 2900
Articulated Truck 3250 3500

M-4 Pindi Bhattian to Faisalabad and Multan

Category Existing New
Car 850 950
Wagon upto 12 seater 1300 1400
Coaster/Mini Bus 13-24 seater 1950 2100
Bus 2600 2900
Truck 2 & 3 Axle 3380 3800
Articulated Truck 4160 4600

M-5 Multan to Sukkur

Category Existing New
Car 1050 1100
Wagon upto 12 seater 1520 1650
Coaster/Mini Bus 13-24 seater 2220 2350
Bus 3040 3350
Truck 2 & 3 Axle 4100 4400
Articulated Truck 5270 5550

M-14 DI Khan to Hakla

Category Existing New
Car 580 600
Wagon upto 12 seater 1000 1050
Coaster/Mini Bus 13-24 seater 1370 1400
Bus 2000 2100
Truck 2 & 3 Axle 2630 2700
Articulated Truck 3150 3250

E-35 Hassanabdal to Havelian to Manshera Expressway

Category Existing New
Car 230 250
Wagon upto 12 seater 360 400
Coaster/Mini Bus 13-24 seater 520 550
Bus 730 800
Truck 2 & 3 Axle 980 1050
Articulated Truck 1170 1250

Toll taxes for all highways and motorways are revised every year. Meanwhile, the tolls for the most popular Lahore-Islamabad (M2) motorway have not changed.

Atlas Honda 125 New Model 2025

Honda CD 70 and 125 installment plan 2025 in Pakistan

Honda Pakistan has announced its latest installment plans for its CD 70 and CG 125 motorcycles for 2025. All plans offer a 25% down payment facility for up to 3 years.

Honda’s current lineup spans a variety of price points. The entry-level CD starts at Rs 157,900, while premium models like the CB 150 go up to Rs 493,900.

Honda CD 70 installment plan 2025

For all variants of the CD 70 model, an initial payment of Rs 39,475 (25%) plus processing fee of Rs 1,800, totaling Rs 41,275, is required. Monthly installments vary depending on the term.

The 12-month plan will cost Rs. 9,869 per month, the 24-month plan will cost Rs. 5,116 per month, and the 36-month plan will cost Rs. 5,357 per month.

Honda CG 125 installment plan 2025

For CG 125, a down payment of Rs. 58,725 (25%) plus a processing fee of Rs. 1,800 will be required, for a total of Rs. 60,525. Monthly payments are structured as follows.

The 12-month plan will cost Rs 14,682 per month, the 24-month plan Rs 7,611 per month, and the 36-month plan will cost Rs 7,969 per month.

All monthly installments include processing charges and Federal Excise Duty (FED). The financing options aim to make Honda’s motorcycle lineup more accessible to Pakistani customers through manageable payment plans.

Honda Motorcycle Prices in Pakistan

Honda CD 70 is Rs 157,900, CD 70 Dream is Rs 168,900. Honda CG 125 is Rs 234,900, Honda Pridr is Rs 208,900, Honda CG 125 Self start is Rs 282,900, Honda AC 125F is Rs 390,900 rupees. The price of Honda CB 150F is 493,900 rupees.