5 h. ago PIA brings back 121 nationals stranded in Iran amid airspace closure

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has successfully repatriated 121 Pakistani nationals stranded in Iran through a special flight operated from Baku, Azerbaijan. The flight PK-7160 landed in Lahore at 3:40 PM on Friday, marking the conclusion of a carefully coordinated evacuation operation prompted by the closure of Iranian airspace. Due to the suspension of direct air […]

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11 h. ago Privatisation commission advances plans for power firms and Pakistan international airlines

The Privatisation Commission has taken key steps to boost reforms by starting the process to appoint financial advisers for four power distribution companies and two power generation plants. At the same time, it received strong interest from eight parties for managing Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Ltd (PIACL). This move aims to speed up privatisation and […]

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51 h. ago Dar asks PIA to liaise with MoFA for smooth evacuation of Pakistanis from Iran, Iraq

Deputy directs FO in coordination with other departments to expedite repatriation of Pakistanis DPM Dar warns of strict action against hoarding and overpricing of food items ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday instructed Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to coordinate closely with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to ensure smooth and […]

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57 h. ago PIA rescues 107 stranded Pakistanis from Iran amid regional tensions

ISLAMABAD – A special Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight successfully brought home 107 Pakistani nationals stranded in Iran due to regional instability and the closure of Iranian airspace. The special flight PK-9552 landed in Islamabad early Tuesday morning, arriving from Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The passengers had earlier traveled overland from Iran to Ashgabat after air routes […]

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3 d. ago PIA employees join bidding race, claim first right to buy National airline

Employees of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) have submitted a joint bid to acquire the struggling national carrier, intensifying the competition ahead of the June 19 deadline. The offer was jointly filed by Hidayatullah Khan, President of the CBA-affiliated People’s Unity, and Aqeel Siddiqui, head of the PIA Senior Staff Association (SASA). The employees argue that […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan’s Airspace operating smoothly despite regional tensions

Despite rising tensions in the region, Pakistan’s airspace remains fully operational and continues to be effectively used by international airlines, according to the Pakistan Airports Authority. In a statement released on Thursday, the Authority confirmed that international flights are facing no obstacles while transiting through Pakistani airspace. “There are no disruptions in air traffic flow. […]

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7 d. ago PIA shares update on flights to Gulf countries, Europe amid Iran

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced changes to its flight routes for destinations in the Gulf and Europe

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2 w. ago Pakistan International Airline announces 50pc discount on Saudi Arabia flights

KARACHI – In a major travel update for international passengers, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Tuesday announced a 50% discount

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2 w. ago International airlines resume flights over Pakistan, Indian carriers remain banned

LAHORE: Air traffic through Pakistan’s airspace has returned to normal following disruptions caused by the recent Pakistan-India conflict. All international airlines have resumed regular operations except for Indian carriers, which remain barred until June 24 as per government orders. Saifullah, Director of Public Relations for the Pakistan Airport Authority (PAA), told the Lahore Press Club […]

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3 w. ago Govt extends deadline to bid for national airline to June 19

Pakistan has extended the deadline for expressions of interest (EOI) in purchasing Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to June 19, the country’s privatization ministry said on Tuesday. Cash-strapped Pakistan is seeking to privatize the debt-ridden PIA to raise funds and reform state-owned enterprises, as outlined in the $7 billion International Monetary Fund program secured last year. […]

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3 w. ago Shocking revelations: India linked to 1998 PIA flight hijacking to stop Pakistan’s nuclear tests

ISLAMABAD – New and shocking details have emerged, revealing India’s alleged involvement in the 1998 hijacking of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Flight 544. According to sources, India used terrorist proxies to carry out the hijacking in a failed attempt to pressure Pakistan into cancelling its nuclear tests. The incident occurred on May 25, 1998, just days […]

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4 w. ago PIA to launch direct flights from Lahore to Paris from June 18, 2025

LAHORE – Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Thursday announced the commencement of direct flights from Lahore to Paris as part

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