S. M. Hali

Perspectives

Thucydides reborn: Melos and modern Iran

In the annals of classical history, few texts capture the raw essence of power politics as vividly as Thucydides’...

Published 30 Jun, 2026 09:15pm

Perspectives

Hong Kong–Central Asia connectivity: Pakistan’s strategic opportunity

Hong Kong’s outreach to Central Asia marks a new phase in China’s regional strategy, integrating Hong Kong’s...

Published 04 Jun, 2026 10:37pm

Perspectives

Pakistan Navy’s Hangor-Class submarines: a new era of maritime deterrence

On 30 April 2026, Pakistan Navy commissioned its first Hangor-class submarine at Sanya, China, marking a watershed...

Published 01 May, 2026 04:12pm

Perspectives

A tale of two Cities: Tehran and Islamabad in tumultuous times

“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness…”...

Published 09 Apr, 2026 12:27pm

Perspectives

Innocent schoolgirls in Tehran: children of a lesser God?

Every child lost to violence diminishes us all. Their laughter, their innocence, their unfulfilled potential—these are treasures stolen from humanity.

Published 04 Mar, 2026 05:25pm

Perspectives

Galloping horse heralds strength and harmony

In 2026, as the Year of the Horse gallops into being, the celebration carries not only cultural resonance but also profound lessons for a world yearning for harmony and resilience.

Published 17 Feb, 2026 06:14pm

Perspectives

Kashmir: unfinished agenda of partition

Valley’s scars remind the world that peace demands courage, empathy, and dialogue

Published 05 Feb, 2026 11:28am

Perspectives

Harmony as strategy: Beijing’s quest to recast world order

Unlike the grandstanding often associated with superpowers, Beijing prefers quiet negotiations, incremental progress, and the careful balancing of interests

Updated 28 Jan, 2026 09:30am

Perspectives

From Neel to Kashgar: Pak-Saudi defence pact and its strategic ripples

In a region already bristling with geopolitical tension, the recent signing of a Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement...

Published 25 Sep, 2025 05:39pm

Perspectives

Floods, failure, and the enemy within: Who is responsible for Pakistan’s floods?

Every year, the blame is cast outward — toward India, toward climate change, toward fate. But how long can a nation survive on denial?

Published 10 Sep, 2025 10:55am

Perspectives

Trump’s envoy, China’s encore: South Asia in a new diplomatic key

Sergio Gor's elevation to one of most sensitive diplomatic roles in Asia has raised eyebrows

Updated 26 Aug, 2025 12:57pm

Perspectives

Pakistan at crossroads - poised for rejuvenation

Since its birth in 1947, Pakistan has journeyed through triumphs, turbulence, and tenacity. Forged in the crucible...

Published 13 Aug, 2025 12:37pm

Perspectives

The straw that broke Modi’s back

India’s sudden capitulation by agreeing to a ceasefire in the four-day intense conflict ignited by Hindutva’s...

Updated 28 May, 2025 04:58pm

Perspectives

Bangladesh’s liberation, but silence on Biharis

The people of Bangladesh deserve kudos for the removal of Sheikh Hasina, who did not really benefit the people of...

Published 25 Oct, 2024 08:59pm

Opinion

Merits of BRI and its flagship project CPEC

In the past two years, China introduced three major initiatives for the benefit of mankind. These are Global...

Updated 26 Aug, 2024 07:41am

Perspectives

Chang`e-6 China’s lunar mission’s accomplishment & Pakistan

Chang’e-6 lunar probe – named after the mythical Chinese moon goddess – returned to earth in China’s northern region...

Published 01 Jul, 2024 11:22pm

Perspectives

What is summer solstice?

Summer solstice, also known as the estival solstice, occurs when one of Earth’s poles has its maximum tilt toward...

Published 20 Jun, 2024 04:39pm

Perspectives

The failure of ‘Abki baar, 400 paar’: a roundup of India’s 2024 Lok Sabha elections

The results of India’s 2024 Lok Sabha elections spread over six weeks, are finally out, defying predictions. It was...

Published 09 Jun, 2024 08:38pm

Perspectives

Pilgrimage to Makkah & Madina in the digital age

Every year millions of Muslims from around the globe converge towards the holy sites of Haram Sharif at Makkah and...

Published 13 May, 2024 12:34am

Perspectives

Practical significance of the global security initiative (GSI)

On April 21, 2024, the Global Security Initiative (GSI) celebrated its second anniversary since its launch. This...

Published 27 Apr, 2024 08:28pm

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Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Aug 4	277.96
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Aug 4	277.76
USD to Japanese Yen / Aug 5	157.77
USD to Swiss Franc / Aug 5	0.81
Pound Sterling to USD / Aug 5	1.35
Euro to USD / Aug 5	1.15
SOFR % / Aug 4	3.66

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Aug 4	7,736.52
Nasdaq / Aug 4	26,584.99
Dow Jones / Aug 4	54,085.88
India Sensex / Aug 5	78,847.15
Tokyo Nikkei / Aug 5	66,300.44
Hang Seng / Aug 5	25,915.82
FTSE 100 / Aug 5	10,894.49
Germany DAX 30 / Aug 5	26,227.46
France CAC40 / Aug 5	8,671.09

Item	Value
Karachi Cotton PKR/37.32 KG / Aug 4	18,780
Gold 10 Grams PKR / Aug 4	366,886
Petrol/Litre / Aug 5	328.56
Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Aug 5	76.02
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Aug 5	4,221.30
Diesel/Litre / Aug 5	385.86
Cotton US¢/pound / Aug 5	82.62

Gainers
Losers
Leaders

Stock	Price
786 Invest Ltd / Aug 5 786 Investments Limited(786)	28.57 ▲ 2.6 (10.01%)
First Tri-Star Mod. / Aug 5 First Tri-Star Modaraba(FTSM)	38.34 ▲ 3.49 (10.01%)
Shams Textile / Aug 5 Shams Textile Mills Limited(STML)	55.74 ▲ 5.07 (10.01%)
East West Ins. / Aug 5 East West Insurance Company Limited(EWIC)	60.52 ▲ 5.5 (10%)
Gadoon Textile / Aug 5 Gadoon Textile Mills Limited(GADT)	340 ▲ 30.91 (10%)
J.A.Textile / Aug 5 J.A. Textile Mills Limited(JATM)	51.58 ▲ 4.69 (10%)
Suhail Jute / Aug 5 Suhail Jute Mills Limited(SUHJ)	261.12 ▲ 23.74 (10%)
Tri-Star Power / Aug 5 Tri-Star Power Limited(TSPL)	18.50 ▲ 1.68 (9.99%)
Asim Textile / Aug 5 Asim Textile Mills Limited(ASTM)	51.08 ▲ 4.64 (9.99%)
Redco Textile / Aug 5 Redco Textiles Limited(REDCO)	33.37 ▲ 3.03 (9.99%)

Stock	Price
Mehmood Tex / Aug 5 Mehmood Textile Mills Limited(MEHT)	152.98 ▼ -17 (-10%)
Olympia Mills / Aug 5 Olympia Mills Limited(OML)	108.29 ▼ -12.03 (-10%)
Trust Mod. / Aug 5 Trust Modaraba(TRSM)	21.56 ▼ -2.39 (-9.98%)
Aisha Steel(ConPS) / Aug 5 Aisha Steel(ConPS)(ASLPS)	28.43 ▼ -3.12 (-9.89%)
Tariq Corporation / Aug 5 Tariq Corporation Limited(TCORP)	19.31 ▼ -1.99 (-9.34%)
Nets Internat.Comm. / Aug 5 Nets International Communication Limited(GEMNETS)	21.56 ▼ -1.94 (-8.26%)
Masood Textile / Aug 5 Masood Textile Mills Limited(MSOT)	142.20 ▼ -11.47 (-7.46%)
ARM Green Industries / Aug 5 ARM Green Industries Limited(ARMG)	61.15 ▼ -4.85 (-7.35%)
Grays Leasing / Aug 5 Grays Leasing Limited(GRYL)	21.66 ▼ -1.67 (-7.16%)
Shahtaj Sugar / Aug 5 Shahtaj Sugar Mills Limited(SHJS)	177.41 ▼ -12.45 (-6.56%)

Stock	Volume
Trust Sec.& Brok. / Aug 5 Trust Securities & Brokerage Limited(TSBL)	52,879,995 ▼ -0.13
WorldCall Telecom / Aug 5 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	42,520,544 ▲ 0.03
Cnergyico PK / Aug 5 Cnergyico PK Limited(CNERGY)	40,200,390 ▲ 0.05
B.O.Punjab / Aug 5 The Bank of Punjab(BOP)	40,114,047 ▲ 1.05
Unity Foods Ltd / Aug 5 Unity Foods Limited(UNITY)	26,759,807 ▲ 1.01
TPL Properties / Aug 5 TPL Properties Limited(TPLP)	25,273,545 ▼ -0.16
Samba Bank / Aug 5 Samba Bank Limited(SBL)	23,483,908 ▲ 1.07
Pak Refinery / Aug 5 Pakistan Refinery Limited(PRL)	22,036,197 ▲ 0.95
Dadabhoy Cement / Aug 5 Dadabhoy Cement Industries Limited(DBCI)	21,526,182 ▼ -0.51
Pak Int.Bulk / Aug 5 Pakistan International Bulk Terminal(PIBTL)	20,001,936 ▲ 0.04

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