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There is no complete ban on UAE visas for Pakistanis. UAE Consul General

The Senate Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development was told on Monday that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has not “completely refused” to issue visas to Pakistani citizens despite ongoing concerns regarding visa restrictions.

According to a Senate press release, the Secretary of the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development (OPHRD) clarified that while the demand for unskilled labor has decreased, there is no restriction on skilled workers.

“As far as Dubai is concerned, there are no restrictions,” the secretary stressed, stressing that each country has its own objectives when it comes to labor demand. The secretary also highlighted that nearly 700,000 workers have migrated abroad this year, emphasizing the need to focus on sending more skilled workers.

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However, Senator Khanzada expressed concern over the ongoing issue, saying that many people are asking when the visa restrictions will end. He said, “Agents claim to meet all the requirements when applying for visas, yet visas are not being issued.”

The committee called for further action, with Khanzada urging officials to provide updates on compliance and timelines to inform the public. He also suggested inviting Overseas Employment Promoters (OEPs) to future meetings to ensure proper checks and balances.

The Foreign Office had previously rejected the notion of a complete visa ban, with spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch clarifying that granting visas was a sovereign decision of the UAE.

Dr. Bakhit Ateeq Al-Rumaithi, Consul General of the UAE in Karachi, also rejected the perception of a visa ban, emphasizing that Pakistan is a priority for the UAE in business and investment.

While improvements have been noted, Pakistani citizens still face significant challenges in the UAE visa process, a situation that remains a major point of contention between the two governments.

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

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

Good news for those who want to get a passport. Now the normal delivery of passport will be within 20 days in Pakistan by 2025. Passport delivery has started soon.

Director Immigration and Passport South Region Saeed Abbasi said that the months-long wait for applicants to obtain passports is over. Citizens awaiting the delivery of normal passport have been provided with passports within 20 days.

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He said that for a long time, there has been a delay of months in the delivery of normal passports. The installation of new printing machines has made it possible to deliver passports within the stipulated 20 days.

The Director of Immigration said that the delivery of passports through fast track has been made possible in 2 days and in 10 days with an urgent fee.

Due to the increase in manpower and 24-hour printing, it has been possible to deliver passports within the stipulated period.

 

Dalda Ghee and Oil price in Pakistan Today - 1 KG, 5 KG

Big increase in prices of ghee and cooking oil

Cooking equipment has become expensive. The prices of major brands of ghee and cooking oil have increased significantly.

According to the details, inflation based on the SPI index increased by 0.38%, mainly due to the increase in the prices of tomatoes, wood, vegetable ghee, cooking oil and sugar.

During the price hike, the price of cooking oil increased by Rs 80 per kg, after which the price reached Rs 570. Some major brands have increased their prices by Rs 100 per kg and liter. The main reason for the price hike is the change in palm oil prices, which have fluctuated between $ 1290-1300 per ton.

The price of five kilos of Meezan cooking oil is Rs 3,100, the price of a five-liter carton of Meezan canola oil is Rs 2,800. The price of a five-liter carton of Sufi canola cooking oil is Rs 2,900, the price of a three-liter bottle of cooking oil has reached Rs 1,585.

Public Holiday Has Been Declared On September 1

The UAE has announced local and public holidays for 2025

UAE Cabinet Resolution No. 27 of 2024, published in the Official Gazette (the approved transmission of laws and decrees issued by the UAE government), details the government’s plans for public and private holidays in 2025.

Public Holidays UAE 2025

The UAE’s public and private sector holidays for 2025 will include:

  1. As has been the tradition in recent years, a day off will be observed on January 1 (Wednesday) 2025, the celebration of the Gregorian New Year.
  2. Three days off from 1-3 Shawwal (depending on moon sighting) for Eid al-Fitr. An additional day may be added when the 30 days of Ramadan are complete.
  3. There will be one day off for the Day of Arafat (9th Dhul Hijjah) and another three days off for Eid al-Adha (10th to 12th Dhul Hijjah).
  4. A day will be given for the Islamic New Year (falling on 1 Muharram, the Gregorian calendar date will be confirmed).
  5. The calendar provides holidays for the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) (falls on 12 Rabi’ ul-Awal, Gregorian calendar date to be confirmed).
  6. It also appears that next year we will get December 2 and 3 (Tuesday and Wednesday) to celebrate Remembrance Day and the 54th UAE Union Day (which was formally a national day).

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cooking oil and banaspati ghee price in pakistan today

Prices of ghee and oil have been increased by Rs. 50 per KG

Prices of basic goods in Pakistan have increased again. After flour, the price of ghee also increased. The prices of ghee and oil has been increased by Rs 50 per kg.

Grade I ghee increased from Rs 480 to Rs 490 per kg. Grade II ghee increased from Rs 450 to Rs 470 per kg. Grade III ghee increased from Rs 390 to Rs 440 per kg.

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There is also the problem of supply and demand in the market. Company owners say that prices have gone up due to instability in the market. Prices are not inflated by us.

Apple iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro & 15 Pro Max PTA Tax in Pakistan 2023

Apple has announced the iPhone 16 Pro Max on installments

Apple has launched its new iPhone 16 Pro Max in the market. Let us tell you that the company has also introduced the facility of easy installments for those who cannot pay in lump sum.

iPhone 16 Pro Max is just as powerful and innovative as iPhone 16 Pro. However, the biggest difference between the two is their size. The screen size of the iPhone 16 Pro Max is 6.9 inches while the screen size of the iPhone 16 Pro is 6.3 inches and the screen size of the base model iPhone 16 is 6.1 inches.

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iPhone 16 Pro Max Installment Plan

The iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB is priced at $1,199, while the 512GB and 1TB storage options are priced at $1,399 and $1,599, respectively.

According to Apple’s official website, customers who can’t afford to buy the iPhone Pro Max by paying a lump sum can also get it on easy installments of 2 years.

Under the two-year plan, monthly installments will be $49.95 for the iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB and $58.29 for the iPhone 16 Pro 512GB. Similarly, the monthly installment of iPhone 16 Pro Max 1TB will be $66.6.

 

Cement price in Pakistan today

Cement price has been reduced in Pakistan today

Good news for the construction sector. The price of cement was reduced in Pakistan today. The price ranges between Rs 1,480 to Rs 1,530 per bag depending on the brand.

In mid-September, cement prices in Pakistan have come down, giving some relief to the construction sector. Prices had touched their highest levels earlier this year. But now these prices are coming down due to oversupply, low demand and government measures to control prices.

ملک میں سیمنٹ کی قیمت میں ہفتہ وار اضافہ

As of mid-September, a 50 kg bag of cement is priced between Rs 1,480 and Rs 1,530 depending on the brand. Popular brands like Lucky Cement, Maple Leaf Cement and Bestway Cement are priced between Rs 1,480 to Rs 1,530. While other brands like Flying Cement are available at even lower prices, with prices ranging from Rs 1,465 to Rs 1,480.

Cement price in Pakistan today

  1. Maple Leaf Cement: Rs 1,495 – 1,510
  2. Bestway Cement: Rs 1,495 – 1,510
  3. Kohat Cement: Rs 1,485 – 1,495
  4. Askari Cement: Rs 1,485 – 1,495
  5. Flying Pakistan Cement: Rs 1,465 – 1,475
  6. Fauji Cement: Rs 1,490 – 1,500
  7. Lucky Cement: Rs 1,485 – 1,500
  8. Paksam Cement: Rs 1,510 – 1,530

Solar panel prices reduced by 3 lakh rupees in Pakistan

The recent reduction is a source of satisfaction for stakeholders in the construction sector, which has been facing budget implications due to expensive materials. Reasons for falling prices include an increase in supply and a decrease in demand. Additionally, recent government measures to control prices have also contributed to the decline.

 

Solar Panel Prices Are Going To Be Very Affordable In Pakistan

Solar panel prices reduced by 3 lakh rupees in Pakistan

Good news for the people of Pakistan who are fed up with the increase in electricity prices, the prices of solar panels has been reduced by Rs 3 lakh. Check the new prices.

The prices of solar panel ranging from 5 to 15 KW have been reduced by a total of Rs 3 lakh across Pakistan.

After solar, the price of battery in Pakistan also reduced

5kw solar system price in Pakistan

According to the report, the market price of 5kW solar system has now reduced to Rs 650,000 in Pakistan.

7KW solar system price in Pakistan

The cost of a 7kW solar system has come down to Rs 725,000.

10KW solar system price in Pakistan

Similarly, the cost of a 10KW setup has increased to Rs 950,000.

12KW solar system price in Pakistan

Further, the 12 kW system now costs Rs 1.1 million.

15KW solar system price in Pakistan

And the cost of a 15KW solar system has been fixed at Rs 1.25 million.

It should be noted that these prices apply exclusively to grid systems, which are designed to be connected to the national grid. However, those who opt for hybrid systems and the ability to store energy using batteries will have to bear the additional cost of the batteries.

Punjab Govt Apni Chat Apna Ghar scheme

Punjab Govt Apni Chat Apna Ghar scheme registration, apply

Announcement of Apni Chat Apna Ghar Scheme by Punjab Government. Now poor and homeless people will get their house with maximum discount in very easy installments which will be launched by Maryam Nawaz on 14 August 2024. Families who are eligible for this scheme have to fulfill some important criteria

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz announced a new scheme for families in Lahore. The Punjab government will initiate this initiative and more than 3000 apartments will be distributed among the poor in each district of Punjab. During the first phase of the project, one lakh flats will be constructed at six locations in Punjab province.

How to Apply for Apni Chat Apna Ghar Scheme?

The Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) will develop an online portal for the ‘Apni Chat Apna Ghar’ scheme. This will enable eligible persons to easily apply for the scheme online. Details of the scheme can also be obtained from the offices of Deputy Commissioner and Assistant Commissioner of the concerned district.

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Buyers will be able to avail the project with a 40% down payment and a monthly installment plan of Rs 26,000, with a 60% subsidy from the provincial government. Each flat is priced at Rs 1.5 million (15 lakhs).

Punjab Govt Apni Chat Apna Ghar scheme

Apni Chat Apna Ghar Scheme Announcement Date

According to the statement issued by the Chief Minister of Punjab, 14th August 2024 has been selected as the launch day. He also announced that only family members will be able to register for this scheme and the scheme will be launched in almost all districts of Punjab.

Apni Chat Apna Ghar scheme Eligibility Criteria

Following are some of the eligibility criteria to register for that scheme

  • Citizenship or residency status in Pakistan.
  • Age should not be less than 18 years
  • Must provide source of income
  • Adheres to the rules and regulations of the system
  • Income should not exceed Rs 60,000 per month.
  • Preference may be given to families in need of casework support or those with low incomes.

Apna Ghar Apni Chhat cities list

These are the cities of Punjab in which new apartments will be given by the government to the eligible people:

  1. Lahore
  2. Rawalpindi
  3. Faisalabad
  4. Sialkot
  5. Multan
  6. Sargodha

Under the pilot project, this scheme will be started in these six cities. Under this initiative, 3000 houses will be constructed in each district of Punjab.

If you are eligible for that scheme, you must apply. If you have any question, feel free to discuss in comments section.

Gold and Dollar Prices

Today Dollar rate in Pakistan August 2, 2024 – USD to PKR

The US dollar became cheaper by 16 paise in the interbank. At the opening of business, the interbank market is recording further depreciation of the US dollar. The dollar fell to Rs 278.50 in the interbank market.

The US dollar depreciated by 16 paisa at the end of the business week. The dollar fell to 278 rupees 50 paise in the interbank market. Today Dollar rate in Pakistan is Rs 278.50 by August 2, 2024.

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On the other hand, a bullish trend is seen in the Pakistan Stock Exchange on the last day of the business week. Where the limit of 78 thousand points has been restored in the stock exchange. 100 index increased by 650 points to reach 78 thousand 390 points.