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Punjab Cabinet approved ‘Sehat Insaf cards’ for all families: Dr Yasmin Rashid

It is the responsibility of the government to provide better healthcare facilities to each citizen, the minister said.
Yasmin Rashid announced that the health insurance cards will be issued to 29.3 million families by the end of December 2021.

Published 25 Jan, 2021 05:58pm

Pakistan

Car enthusiasts get ready: Pakistan to get these new cars in 2021

Hyundai Elantra is another highly-anticipated sedan set to hit Pakistan markets in first quarter of this year. Another car that is rumoured to hit streets in Pakistan is KIA Sorento.

Updated 25 Jan, 2021 06:05pm

Sports

Babar Azam eyes winning start against South Africa

The first Test of the two-match series will begin from Tuesday at the National Stadium in Karachi.
"I am sure the players will do all they can to produce a positive result,” says Pakistan captain.

Updated 25 Jan, 2021 06:28pm

Sports

Frank Lampard sacked as Chelsea manager

His final game as Chelsea manager was Sunday's 3-1 FA Cup fourth round win against Championship side Luton.
"This has been a very difficult decision, and not one that the owner and the board have taken lightly," says the club.

Published 25 Jan, 2021 05:10pm

Sports

Chelsea sack manager Frank Lampard, after 18 months in charge

Chelsea Football Club have sacked manager Frank Lampard after 18 months in charge.
The former Chelsea midfielder, Lampard leaves the club with the ninth place in the Premier League, following a poor run in form - securing only one win in their last five league matches.
Former PSG manager, Thomas Tuchel, is reportedly slated as Lampard's replacement.

Updated 25 Jan, 2021 05:05pm

Pakistan

Pakistan 5th most vulnerable country to climate change: Report

Pakistan has been ranked as the fifth-most vulnerable country to climate change, according to the Global Climate Risk Index.
The Global Climate Risk Index, published by Germanwatch, elaborated that Pakistan lost 9,989 lives, suffered economic losses worth $3.8 billion and witnessed 152 extreme weather events from 1999 to 2018, which indicates an increase in climate-related vulnerabilities.

Updated 25 Jan, 2021 03:52pm

Pakistan

Rear Admiral Abid Hameed takes over Logistic Command of Pak-Navy

Rear Admiral Abid Hameed would now be incharge of Logistic support to all Pakistan Navy Units, Ships, Establishments and repair & maintenance facilities.
His major staff appointments include Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Projects), Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Works) and Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Maintenance) at Naval Headquarters Islamabad. The admiral has been awarded Sitara-e-Imtiaz (Military) in recognition of his services to Pakistan Navy.

Updated 25 Jan, 2021 05:47pm

Pakistan

Govt to review PTA’s social media laws: AGP informs IHC

“The government can make amendments in the social media rules,” said Khalid.
He informed that rules have not been finalised yet.

Published 25 Jan, 2021 02:31pm

World

Israel-UAE partnership launches $100 million tech investment fund

Liquidity Capital, an Israeli fund management company has joined with Vault Investment, a Dubai-based company, to launch a $100 million debt investment fund.
The Dubai-based fund will target technology startups in the region, especially those looking for alternative sources of funding.

Updated 25 Jan, 2021 01:35pm

World

New Zealand's first coronavirus case in months is the South African variant

New Zealand's first case of the coronavirus after months has been identified as the South African variant of the virus.
The woman, who recently returned from Europe, tested positive on Saturday, 10 days after she completed her mandatory two-week self isolation period, at a hotel in the city of Auckland.

Updated 25 Jan, 2021 12:45pm

World

Biden Administration to review U.S-Taliban deal

The United States will review the peace agreement reached with the Taliban, according to an announcement from the White House.
Washington wants to check that the Taliban is “living up to its commitments to cut ties with terrorist groups, to reduce violence in Afghanistan, and to engage in meaningful negotiations with the Afghan government and other stakeholders”.

Updated 23 Jan, 2021 08:25pm

Sports

Facing Ajmal was a challenge for me in UAE, says Faf du Plessis

“Saeed Ajmal was a challenge for me in UAE as a young, new batsman in sub-continent conditions,” says former South Africa Captain. “Having Babar Azam back is massive for Pakistan," says 36-year-old.

Updated 23 Jan, 2021 09:10pm

Life & Style

Larry King dies aged 87 after catching coronavirus

The 87-year-old passed away this morning at Cedars-Sinai Medical Centre in Los Angeles after a battle with coronavirus.
"With profound sadness, Ora Media announces the sad death of our co-founder, host and friend Larry King.”

Updated 23 Jan, 2021 06:41pm

Technology

Microsoft reverses its controversial Xbox Live price hike

Microsoft has announced that it will be reversing the controversial increase in the price for Xbox Live.

Published 23 Jan, 2021 05:41pm

Pakistan

Over 40 countries to participate in Pak-Navy’s ‘Aman’ exercise: DGPR

Over 40 countries along with their assets will participate in the Multinational Maritime Exercise “Aman” being held under the objective of ‘Together for Peace’.
“Aman” naval drill will play a pivotal role in strengthening maritime cooperation, promoting secured maritime environment and for regional and global maritime peace and stability.

Updated 23 Jan, 2021 05:57pm

Technology

Google to Redesign its Mobile Search Feature

Google is planning to redesign its search results feature for mobile phones.
This new design is expected to roll out in the next few days.

Published 23 Jan, 2021 05:29pm

Pakistan

Family strips him of 'Mufti' title from Abdul Qavi after Hareem Shah video

“With a heavy heart, I announce that we have withdrawn the title of Mufti (scholar) from him," says Abdul Qavi's uncle.
Maulana Abdul Wahid took away his cellphone due to his controversial statements and actions which were criticised over various social media platforms.

Updated 23 Jan, 2021 05:34pm

Pakistan

ECP starts preparations for upcoming Senate polls

Initially, training sessions are being conducted for concerned officials for the polls. Meanwhile, training of the polling staff will be completed in two phases.
Senior officers of all four provinces will also get training.

Updated 23 Jan, 2021 04:33pm

Sports

Pakistan, South Africa train at NSK ahead of Karachi Test

The visitors had been training at Karachi Gymkhana, a club nearby the team's hotel, since their arrival in Pakistan last week.
The Proteas are visiting the ground for the first time since their arrival.

Updated 23 Jan, 2021 03:53pm

World

Biden to retain Trump's top Afghan envoy

The Biden Administration is retaining the services of Zalmay Khalilzad, former President Trump's top envoy for Afghanistan peace negotiations, who has led the regular talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban.
Traditionally an incoming administration replaces politically appointed officials with their own team, particularly on crucial foreign policy matters.

Updated 23 Jan, 2021 03:25pm

Gainers
Losers
Leaders

Stock	Price
First Punjab Mod. / Jan 25 First Punjab Modaraba(FPJM)	2.70 ▲ 0.20 (14.89%)
Ghani Auto Ind. / Jan 25 Ghani Automobile Industries Limited(GAIL)	6.80 ▲ 0.69 (13.33%)
Habib Ins. / Jan 25 Habib Insurance Company Limited(HICL)	8.50 ▲ 0.69 (13.18%)
Bawany Air / Jan 25 Bawany Air Products Limited(BAPL)	22.38 ▲ 1.89 (11.34%)
Unicap Mod. / Jan 25 Unicap Modaraba(UCAPM)	1.10 ▼ -0.01 (10.00%)
Hi-Tech Lubricants / Jan 25 Hi-Tech Lubricants Limited(HTL)	60.28 ▲ 7.55 (9.66%)
Pak Datacom Ltd / Jan 25 Pak Datacom Limited(PAKD)	113.50 ▲ 4.58 (9.03%)
Fazal Cloth / Jan 25 Fazal Cloth Mills Limited(FZCM)	229.68 ▲ 30.92 (7.50%)
Dewan Sugar / Jan 25 Dewan Sugar Mills Limited(DWSM)	3.03 ▼ -0.10 (6.32%)
B.R.R. Mod. / Jan 25 B.R.R. Guardian Modaraba(BRR)	14.00 ▲ 0.46 (5.98%)

Stock	Price
Hala Enterpries / Jan 25 Hala Enterprises Limited(HAEL)	10.81 ▼ 0.97 (-11.76%)
Saritow Sp. / Jan 25 Saritow Spinning Mills Limited(SSML)	9.90 ▼ 0.86 (-11.61%)
Grays Leas. / Jan 25 Grays Leasing Limited(GRYL)	5.17 ▼ 0.69 (-10.86%)
PICIC Insurance / Jan 25 PICIC Insurance Limited(PIL)	1.38 ▼ 0.11 (-9.80%)
First Pak Modaraba / Jan 25 First Pak Modaraba(PAKMI)	2.12 ▼ 0.27 (-9.40%)
First Prud Mod. / Jan 25 First Prudential Modaraba(PMI)	2.10 ▼ 0.35 (-8.70%)
Altern Energy / Jan 25 Altern Energy Limited(ALTN)	27.25 ▼ 1.75 (-8.40%)
Summit Bank / Jan 25 Summit Bank Limited(SMBL)	1.83 ▼ 0.14 (-8.04%)
Saudi Pak Leas. / Jan 25 Saudi Pak Leasing Company Limited(SPLC)	1.74 ▼ 0.25 (-7.94%)
Khurshid Spinng / Jan 25 Khurshid Spinning Mills Limited(KHSM)	19.86 ▼ 0.00 (-7.46%)

Stock	Volume
TRG Pak. / Jan 25 TRG Pakistan Limited(TRG)	29,686,000 ▼ 8.01
K-Electric Ltd / Jan 25 K-Electric Limited(KEL)	25,544,000 ▼ 0.11
Invest Cap. Bank / Jan 25 Invest Capital Investment Bank Limited(ICIBL)	17,052,500 ▼ 0.87
Unity Foods / Jan 25 Unity Foods Limited(UNITY)	16,920,978 ▼ 1.02
Fauji Foods / Jan 25 Fauji Foods Limited(FFL)	15,931,500 ▼ 0.35
Fauji Fert. Bin / Jan 25 Fauji Fertilizer Bin Qasim Limited(FFBL)	12,716,500 ▼ 1.75
Pak Int.Bulk Ter / Jan 25 Pakistan International Bulk Terminal Limited(PIBTL)	10,876,500 ▼ 0.31
Hum Network / Jan 25 Hum Network Limited(HUMNL)	10,747,500 ▼ 0.17
Aisha Steel / Jan 25 Aisha Steel Mills Limited(ASL)	9,137,500 ▼ 1.32
Jahangir Sid. Co. / Jan 25 Jahangir Siddiqui & Co. Ltd.(JSCL)	8,165,000 ▼ 0.75

Markets →

Forex
World
Econ

Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Jan 23	160.75
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Jan 23	160.65
USD to Japanese Yen / Jan 23	103.81
USD to Swiss Franc / Jan 23	0.89
Pound Sterling to USD / Jan 23	1.37
Euro to USD / Jan 23	1.22

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Jan 23	3850.96
India Sensex / Jan 23	48878.54
Tokyo Nikkei / Jan 23	28631.45
Nasdaq / Jan 23	13559.29
Hang Seng / Jan 23	29447.85
FTSE 100 / Jan 23	6695.07
Dow Jones / Jan 23	31048.96
Germany DAX 30 / Jan 23	13873.97
France CAC40 / Jan 23	5559.57