German biathlon champion Laura Dahlmeier dies during Laila Peak climb
Laura Dahlmeier, a well-known athlete from Germany and an Olympic gold medalist in biathlon, has died while attempting to climb Laila Peak in Gilgit-Baltistan’s Hushe Valley. Her…
PIA Resumes Dubai to Gilgit-Baltistan Flights to Meet Rising Travel Demand
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has resumed its direct international flight service between Dubai and Skardu, marking a significant step forward for tourism in…
Severe monsoon rains trigger landslides across Diamer district
Heavy monsoon rains over the past several days have caused dangerous landslides across various parts of Diamer district in Gilgit-Baltistan, leading to road blockages, damaged…
Landslide alerts persist along Jaglot‑Skardu road during monsoon rains
Continuous monsoon rains in Gilgit-Baltistan have led to repeated landslide alerts along the Jaglot–Skardu road, causing major concern for travelers and disrupting transport…
FlyDubai waits approval to launch international flights via Skardu Airport
FlyDubai, the government-owned low-cost airline of the United Arab Emirates, is awaiting final approval to begin international flight operations to Skardu International Airport, a…
Upgrades to Skardu International Airport move forward with Rs 180m project
Work on the long-awaited upgrades to Skardu International Airport is progressing after the federal government approved a Rs 180 million development project aimed at improving…
Winter sports and cultural events underscore Gilgit-Baltistan’s seasonal tourism push
Gilgit-Baltistan is quickly becoming one of Pakistan’s most attractive winter destinations, with a series of sports competitions and cultural festivals organized across the region…
CNN designates Gilgit‑Baltistan as a “must‐visit” destination for 2025
GILGIT — In a major boost to Pakistan’s tourism sector, CNN Travel has listed Gilgit‑Baltistan among its “23 Best Places to Visit in 2025”, describing the region as a…
