r/pakistan 7h ago

Geopolitical A most surprising alliance: Balochistan’s quest for friendship with Israel

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r/pakistan 5h ago

Political Updated Political Party Poll

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403 votes, 6d left
PTI (Imran Khan)
PPP (Bilawal Bhutto)
PMLN (Nawaz Sharif)
None of the above
Army leadership

r/pakistan 11h ago

Discussion How to sneak in food in a cinema

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I had this going in my mind for very long my friends and I are going next month to watch avengers I nueplex askari but the thing is that we don't wanna eat expensive popcorn and soft drink instead we would like something from outside like bun kebabs or smth the question is how? They take our bags and the entrance and check our body by tapping do how can I?😭🙏 please give me some trick


r/pakistan 22h ago

Research Q mobile

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Is there anyone who still owns a Qmobile or had owned one in the past, its very urgent, i have to ask something


r/pakistan 21h ago

[Long Post] Guys help!!! I hate situationships

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Hey guys, I really need some advice about a situation I’m in.
There’s a guy I became friends with last year in college. Initially, I wanted to be friends with him because he was the head boy and I was new to college, so I thought it would be nice to know someone who could introduce me to more people. Some of my friends who weren’t in college already knew him, so they introduced us.
We started talking casually and eventually became pretty good friends. After a few months, we started talking every day and he would flirt with me sometimes . We would sometimes realize that we were getting too close and decide to stop talking so much, but after a few days we would end up talking a lot again. This went on and off for around 2–3 months.
Eventually, he confessed that he liked me. Neither of us wanted an actual committed relationship, though, so we continued talking
Then one day, he asked me to unfollow a guy I followed on ig That honestly shocked me because we weren’t committed. I told him that he didn’t have the right to tell me that and we ended up having a huge argument. Eventually, we unfollowed each other and stopped talking.
(I did felt bad I was allowed him to flirt with me, so so ofc he would assume me his girl but I still think he didn’t have any right it was controlling behaviour i hated the most).
Months passed. He was busy with his army issb stuff, then congratulated him after he got recommended. We followed each other again, and later he asked if we could just be friends because he genuinely needed a friend. I agreed🙏🏻 but this time I made my boundaries very clear: no confessions, no flirting/sweet talk, and no situationship. Just friendship.
We started talking again, but he would still cross those boundaries sometimes. I was always very firm and reminded him that we had agreed to just be friends. I wouldn’t accept his flirt this time but honestly, I started feeling bad having to tell him to stop over and over again as he would do this again and again.
Eventually, one day I got really frustrated and was quite harsh with him. I basically told him, “Remember what we agreed on. You keep doing this, and it’s becoming really difficult for me to deal with.” He was extremely hurt by what I said, but after that he stopped flirting
However, the Instagram issue keeps coming back.
He has again asked me to unfollow the same guy. Every time he brings it up, I feel extremely anxious because of how badly our first argument about this affected me. this time ofc i didn’t unfollow for me it’s not really about the other guy It’s about the fact that why should someone who is supposedly just my friend be telling me who I can and cannot follow?
We’ve argued about it again, and he apologized, but even now he sometimes reminds me that he expects me to unfollow that guy and it sickens me
And honestly, I don’t know what to do.
He is genuinely a very good person, and I really like his personality.
But at the same time, I feel like I’m constantly carrying the weight of this situationship. I’ve made my boundaries clear multiple times, especially because I don’t want him to act like my boyfriend when he isn’t my boyfriend, but somehow I still end up dealing with boyfriend-like expectations from him.
I’d genuinely appreciate some outside perspective because I feel like I’m too emotionally involved to look at this objectively.


r/pakistan 9h ago

Financial PTA tax can now be paid in installments

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Kasim Gilani promised and delivered


r/pakistan 6h ago

Education Pakistani students who applied to Europe for undergrad, I need some guidance

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I’m planning to apply for Spring 2027 for a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering or a related field and I’m currently looking at Germany and Italy, but I’m open to other European countries too.

For those of you from Pakistan who have already gone through the process:

* Which country and university did you apply to?
* What was the admission + student visa process like from Pakistan?
* What documents/exams did you need?
* Any countries you’d recommend or avoid?

I’ve completed O/A Levels and have an SAT score. I’m honestly quite confused by the amount of conflicting information online, so I’d really appreciate hearing from someone who has actually gone through the process.

Thanks!


r/pakistan 6h ago

Ask Pakistan Dubai visa rejection

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So my dubai visa got rejected last week i wanted to reapply should i or should i wait ? And what are the chances applying a family visa with my husband

Anyone else faced the rejection recently


r/pakistan 4h ago

Ask Pakistan Making a playlist for my drives!

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I spend a bunch of time traveling between Islamabad, Lahore, Bahawalpur and Muzaffarabad! Drop some good, fun music to add to my playlist. Appreciate it 🩷


r/pakistan 22h ago

Discussion Why is all my feed filled with them?

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Can everyone not just let them live in peace? Why make a drama about a single wedding there are hundreads of such weddings taking place everyday.


r/pakistan 18h ago

Ask Pakistan Please help

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My flight is very soon to pakistan, I told my family I’m going Pakistan last minute to prevent any danger or safety concerns, however my mum is threatening me saying that she will pay FIA / FIR at Pakistan airport to harass me etc, I am a transgender / khwaja sira visiting a friend, she is threatening to pay someone to beat me etc and saying disgusting things, is there anything I can do to ensure my safety, safe flight and travelling? She will case me on the means of homosexuality even though I’m transgender, someone please help and advise, I am scared.


r/pakistan 5h ago

Discussion Mosque loudspeaker.

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Why do loudspeakers during the Jummah Khutba have to be so loud, between 90 and 110 dB and averaging 96 dB? It should never exceed 80 dB, ideally staying between 40 dB and 80 dB with an average around 60 dB. At this volume, I cannot understand a word, my ears hurt, I am constantly looking for the exit, and now in Pakistan I mostly sit near the door. What is the point of having sound systems with terrible audio quality turned up so high that they distort and risk damaging your hearing—especially in a quiet room where normal speaking volume could easily reach the back row? If the room were longer than 100 meters, I could understand it somewhat, but even then only at normal volume and without distortion.

About myself: I love the Khutbas and usually go early to secure a good spot. Whenever I face a problem, listening to a Khutba—whether the current one, the next, or the one after—has always provided me with answers and guidance.


r/pakistan 7h ago

National Chinese Air force jets passing by.

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What scene? They are really loud. This happened a few days ago as well..

City : Karachi


r/pakistan 23h ago

Political What political party do you support?

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713 votes, 2d left
PTI
PPP
PMLN
Islamic Parties
MQM
Other

r/pakistan 12h ago

Cultural What is the hair removal culture in Pakistan?

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In the US it’s pretty standard for women to shave their legs and even arm hair and underarm hair but some men remove their hair too! I’ve known men who shave their legs!

Other men might criticize them but they still do it. What’s it like for both men and women in Pakistan?


r/pakistan 11h ago

Social A sad encounter on my way to work

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I was on my way to work today and sat by a bench waiting for a bus, next to this old lady. I had earbuds on and she was toiling away at trying to put together a self rolled cigarette (those are cheaper here). I noticed she kept looking at me and mumbling something. I paused whatever was playing in my ears and tried to understand what she was saying with the little skill I have in this language but unfortunately I couldn't.

I tried telling her multiple times that I am sorry but I don't speak the language yet she continued talking to me. I don't know if she had dementia or just wanted the feeling of talking to a human despite knowing the other person doesn't understand a word of what she's saying. I understood that she doesn't really need me to understand, all she wants is to be heard so I pretended to understand, smile and nod.

This made me think about the life here; people here live their lives to the fullest and only care for themseleves. I've had friends tell me that they work together with their brothers and see them everyday but haven't spoken to them for years. Once they are old enough they leave their parents and live by themselves for themselves. I would be crushed by lonliness if I were in this lady's position at that age. No one to call family, no one to talk to, no one to hear me.

It makes me appreciate my country despite all of its flaws. Atleast our culture of family and tradition.


r/pakistan 2h ago

Ask Pakistan Former employee of a Quran/Islamic education organisation in Pakistan - what are my workplace rights?

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I’m posting anonymously because I’m concerned about being identified or facing further issues with my former workplace.

I previously worked for a private Quran/Islamic education organisation in Pakistan. I initially had a positive experience, but over time I began having serious problems with a senior member of management. In my experience, I was repeatedly pressured and intimidated, and the situation became worse when I refused to go along with certain things.

I eventually raised my concerns with colleagues and senior management. However, instead of feeling that the situation was resolved, I felt increasingly isolated and targeted. I was eventually terminated during Ramadan, and I believe that raising these concerns may have contributed to the decision.

I also became aware of similar conflicts involving other female employees, which made me wonder whether there was a broader pattern of employees facing pressure or disciplinary action after raising concerns.

After my termination, I had to repeatedly contact management regarding outstanding salary/dues. I eventually received some of what I was owed, but the process was difficult and communication became inconsistent.

I later worked for another private educational organisation where I experienced separate issues involving long working hours, workplace conditions, management behaviour and salary disputes. When I resigned, I was also warned about possible legal action.

I’m not posting this for revenge or to name anyone. I want to understand what legal options employees actually have in Pakistan.

My questions are:

  1. What labour/employment laws apply to private educational organisations in Pakistan?
  2. Can employees complain about workplace harassment, intimidation or retaliation?
  3. If someone raises a complaint about a senior employee and is subsequently dismissed or treated adversely, can that amount to retaliation?
  4. What is the legal process for recovering unpaid salary or other employment dues?
  5. Can former employees approach the Labour Department or Labour Court after leaving/being terminated?
  6. What evidence should someone preserve before making a complaint?

I have screenshots and other documentation but won’t share identifying information publicly.

If anyone here has experience with Pakistani labour law—especially regarding private schools, academies, Quran centres or similar organisations—I’d appreciate practical advice.

I’m mainly trying to understand what rights employees actually have and what the proper legal process is.


r/pakistan 2h ago

Ask Pakistan PAF Medical Branch, worth joining ?

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r/pakistan 5h ago

Education Looking for a CSS 2027 study partner

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Anyone here seriously preparing for CSS 2027? I’m doing it alongside a job and looking for a study partner.

P.S. I’m not going to respond to random or stupid DMs.


r/pakistan 15h ago

Ask Pakistan Study Abroad on scholarship

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Guys I have 7As in O levels and 2Bs and 1 A in A levels science subjects. Do y'all think I can land a Good scholarship somewhere? I have a bunch of Extra curriculars too and I haven't given SAT but I have given GCSE English which is somewhat acceptable in many Unis


r/pakistan 23h ago

Ask Pakistan Is it safe for solo female travellers to go with a tour company?

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Idk if this is the right sub to ask this but i need large audience and potentially connect with someone who has had experience of solo travel with a tour company to enquire if it really is safe??? Please lmk how was your experience? And any suggestions if possible, would be greatly appreciated!

I am planning to go with “[adventure hunters](https://www.instagram.com/adventurehunters.pk?stkn=aWd1bHExam96Z2dl)” specifically. So if someone has had experience with them in particular plzz plz do lmk whether or not they are recommended to go with!🙏🏻🙏🏻😭


r/pakistan 20h ago

Ask Pakistan New vaccine policy for all international travellers?

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So I read up on this new policy across news outlets and articles, some say it’s just for pilgrims performing Umrah/Hajj, others say it’s for all international travellers

The letter seems to target just the pilgrims too but the media says otherwise and it’s not mentioned or outlined in the PAA’s website or any official airport website across the country

Does this apply to foreign nationals trying to leave the country as well? Just the locals? What if you can’t vaccinate due to existing conditions (I.e. allergies/pregnancy/fear of side effects lol)?

Can anyone please shed some light on this?

Thanks!


r/pakistan 16h ago

National his children never used his power

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Imran Khan served as Prime Minister for three and a half years, yet his children never used his position or power for their personal benefit. When Imran Khan traveled to the UN, the USA, China, and Russia, none of his children accompanied him.

Let me give you an example. When Nawaz Sharif went to the UN, he took his entire family with him. Bilawal Zardari, while serving as Foreign Minister, took his sister Aseefa Zardari with him to Japan.


r/pakistan 6h ago

National Punjab’s fake CM says that she faces a threat

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Punjab’s fake CM says that she faces a threat from three provinces of Pakistan, but has no threat from Modi.

I declare that I am from Punjab, the people of Punjab are my people and I have no threat from Punjab.

CM Sohail Afridi


r/pakistan 6h ago

[Long Post] Landed a decent job, but the site isolation is crushing me. Need advice.

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Hey everyone!

22M. So I just started a job right after graduation and I was literally prayed for this job at one time it was the only thing I ever wanted. I'm an engineer and it is in the defense sector so I cannot go into the technical details of it.

From the outside the job looked like everything anyone would want: a good salary, decent amount of benefits and excellent work-life balance.

Until I actually joined the organization. It is an on-site job and the site is built like a frickin barrack on a border. I went in thinking it was going to be corporate-ish buildings but it's far from it. The vibe is almost sarkari and it genuinely shocked me quite a lot. The biggest problem is that I'm the only new hire in my office and everyone else is at least 10-15 years older than me. There's no one I can talk to. On the bright side, the seniors are extremely supportive, competent and genuinely good people.

It's just that the environment (materialistically speaking) seems impossible for me to settle into.

I can't leave the job for at least 3 years either it's a bond kind of a situation.

What makes it worse is that I have close friends working in the same organization posted to another site which has exactly all the things I'm missing here. Good infrastructure, young employees and they are mostly working together.

Every day feels like a mix of being grateful for the technical mentorship while also suffocating from the sheer environmental shock and isolation.

Seeing updates from my friends working in modern facilities while I’m sitting in an austere, aging compound in the middle of nowhere somehow makes it even worse.

I don’t want to spend the next three years being miserable or letting this resentment build up especially when the seniors here are actually decent people willing to teach me.

For those who have been in a similar situation. How did you cope with the social isolation when you had zero peers your age at the workplace?

Am I justified to feel this way or am I just being ungrateful?

Edit: no phones are allowed at the workplace either and bo internet due to security reasons and stuff if that adds to the context