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South Africa's rand at 16-month high after Moody's makes no change

The rand rose by 0.36pc to 14.0000 against the dollar, its highest level since early January 2020, from its previous close on Friday of 14.0500.

Updated 10 May, 2021 11:02pm

Markets

Second-biggest cryptocurrency ethereum breaks $4,000 to hit record high

Ethereum, the second-largest coin by market capitalisation, jumped more than 6pc to just below $4,175, and was last up around 2pc.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:06pm

Pakistan

Pakistan to receive 1.2 million more doses of AstraZeneca vaccine next month

Pakistan received 1.2 million AstraZeneca doses on May 8 through the United Nations' COVAX program on May 8.
The second batch of the COVID-19 vaccine is expected to be delivered next month.

Updated 10 May, 2021 09:23pm

Pakistan

Covid-19: Kuwait bans flights from Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh

Travelers from these countries will be banned unless they reside outside these countries for at least 14 days.
The cargo flights, however, will continue, as usual, an official statement from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation-Kuwait said.

Updated 10 May, 2021 08:02pm

Pakistan

Health minister visits COVID-19 vaccination center

The Health Minister said more than 9,000 vaccine doses had been provided for the vaccination of police staff of over 40 years of age.

Updated 10 May, 2021 06:58pm

World

OIC convenes emergency meeting following the attack on Al-Aqsa Mosque worshippers

The OIC meeting will discuss the despicable attack by Israeli security forces on Muslims offering prayers in Al-Aqsa Mosque.
On Monday morning, Israeli forces launched a fresh attack on Palestinians gathered in the holy mosque with rubber-coated bullets, stun grenades, and tear gas shells, injuring hundreds of worshippers.

Published 10 May, 2021 06:35pm

World

BioNTech says 'no evidence' its jabs need adapting for variants

"The aim of this study is to explore the regulatory pathway that BioNTech and Pfizer would pursue if SARS-CoV-2 were to change enough to require an updated vaccine," it said.

Published 10 May, 2021 06:34pm

Pakistan

COVID-19 claims 78 lives, infects 3,447 more people

During the past 24 hours, most of the deaths occurred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa followed by the Punjab.

Published 10 May, 2021 05:48pm

Pakistan

COVID-19 claims three lives with 71 new infections during 24 hours

The total infected cases included 23,010 from Rawalpindi and 1909 from other districts.

Published 10 May, 2021 05:45pm

Pakistan

Tobacco export decline 13.86pc in 9 months

The exports of tobacco from the country during March 2021 were recorded at $2.467 million against the exports of $2.793 million in March 2020.

Published 10 May, 2021 05:44pm

Pakistan

Anti-polio drive in Attock from June 7

He urged that a ‘no touch’ vaccination method should be adopted so that distance is maintained between the front line worker and child.

Published 10 May, 2021 05:43pm

Pakistan

Covid-19 keep upward trend in Attock district

He informed that the number of active patients in the district is180 and in which 175 are home isolated while five others are hospitalized.

Published 10 May, 2021 05:41pm

Pakistan

Farrukh holds former rulers accountable for country's present economic condition

He said the Sindh rulers should feel ashamed of robbing the country, plundering the people's money and building their own properties abroad.

Published 10 May, 2021 05:40pm

Pakistan

CM Sindh augments daily vaccination to one lac, setting up oxygen plants

The CM directed the chief secretary to set up a mass vaccination center at Hyderabad.

Published 10 May, 2021 05:38pm

Pakistan

PM Imran Khan’s visit to KSA to strengthen bilateral ties: Shaukat

Shaukat said the government was paying attention to backward areas of the country and soon all the difficulties, poverty and backwardness would be eradicated from district Shangla.

Published 10 May, 2021 05:37pm

Pakistan

Corona cases decline to 7.8 percent in KP: Health Deptt

During the last 24 hours, 781 were being treated at HDU and 70 at ventilators.

Published 10 May, 2021 05:36pm

World

Taliban announce three-day ceasefire, marking Eid al Fitr

The Taliban has declared a three-day ceasefire across Afghanistan, to mark Eid al Fitr, only two days after more than 50 people - most of which were young girls - were killed in bomb blasts outside a school in Kabul.
The ceasefire announcement comes as the United States continues to withdraw its last 2500 troops from the war-torn country, as negotiations between the government and the Taliban falter.

Updated 10 May, 2021 07:41pm

Sports

IPL 'can't happen' in India while coronavirus rages: Ganguly

Ganguly said there was no way for the lucrative tournament to resume before India play the final of the World Test Championship against New Zealand in England on June 18.

Published 10 May, 2021 04:41pm

Sports

Medvedev retakes second spot in ATP rankings from Nadal

German Zverev remains in sixth place despite his first Masters title in three years.

Published 10 May, 2021 04:12pm

World

National Security Experts Warn U.S Troop Pullout Will Spark Taliban, Al Qaeda Resurgence in Afghanistan

National security experts are raising concerns about the Biden Administration's incoming troop withdrawal from Afghanistan in September, fearing that it could lead to heightened national security concerns in the future.

Updated 10 May, 2021 03:53pm

World

UAE to bar travel from Pakistan from May 12

Travelers from Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka have also been barred.
Last week, Malaysia had suspended all passenger flights from Pakistan due to a rising number of COVID-19 infections.

Updated 10 May, 2021 03:49pm

Pakistan

Sindh govt appoints Imran Yaqoob as new Karachi Police Chief

The government says the decision has been taken because of the rise in street crimes in Karachi in Ramazan
Minhas replaces Ghulam Nabi Memon who has been appointed as Additional IGP Special Branch

Updated 10 May, 2021 04:38pm

Sports

Babar looks to West Indies after Pakistan's latest series success

"I can't fault the guys' efforts. They are a young side, full of enthusiasm, wanting to learn and to get better day by day."

Published 10 May, 2021 02:50pm

Pakistan

USEFP closes testing centers on account of nationwide lockdown

The United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan has announced the closure of all testing centers between 10th-16th May, on account of a nationwide lockdown.

Published 10 May, 2021 02:08pm

Pakistan

UK Army CDS Gen Nicholas meets COAS Bajwa, discuss Afghan peace process

Both dignitaries discussed matters of mutual interests, security and defense cooperation as well as the evolving global geostrategic environment
General Patrick acknowledged and appreciated Pakistan Army’s sincere efforts in the fight against terrorism and efforts for bringing peace and stability to the region

Updated 10 May, 2021 04:39pm

Pakistan

Sindh plans to start vaccinating citizens under 40 after May 16

Currently, the coronavirus vaccination is underway for people aged 40 and above across the country.
The Expo Centre Karachi vaccination center was also inaugurated and can cater to 25,000-30,000 vaccinations per day.

Published 10 May, 2021 01:58pm

World

Hundreds injured as Israeli forces launch fresh attack on Al Aqsa Mosque compound

Israeli forces stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on Monday morning, firing rubber-coated bullets, tear gas, and stunned bombs at armless Palestinian worshippers.
The violence comes as Israel marks Jerusalem Day on Monday.

Updated 10 May, 2021 02:07pm

Pakistan

Government confirms release of another 1100 Pakistani prisoners from Saudi jails

Pakistan's Interior Minister says Saudi Arabia has also agreed to release Pakistanis imprisoned for serious crimes as the inmates have already served a large part of their sentence
At least 30 Pakistanis imprisoned for murder and drug offenses in Saudi jails cannot be released: Rashid

Updated 10 May, 2021 04:38pm

Pakistan

PM to interact with general public via telephone tomorrow

The PM will take the telephone calls at 1:30 pm on Tuesday.

Published 10 May, 2021 12:52pm

Pakistan

Anti-state remarks: Lahore court extends Javed Latif's physical remand for two more days

Police requested the court to extend Latif's remand for further investigation
PML-N MNA Javed Latif was arrested after a session court rejected his bail petition in a case registered against him on charges of inciting people against state institutions

Published 10 May, 2021 12:23pm

Markets

Gold firms as US jobs data miss cements low rates view

Spot gold may test a resistance at $1,847 per ounce, a break above which could lead to a gain to $1,876, according to Reuters technical analyst Wang Tao.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:24am

Markets

Yuan jumps to 3-1/2-mth high, market gauges central bank tolerance

"At a time when the G10 currencies strengthened across the board, the yuan also faced strong upward pressure," Li said.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:22am

Markets

Dollar licks wounds after payrolls shock, focus turns to inflation

"Musk is probably happy to jump on the joke of what is a meme(coin), but investors are probably feeling real pain now," said Justin d'Anethan, Hong Kong-based head of Exchange Sales at Diginex, a digital asset exchange.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:20am

Markets

Australia shares hit near 15-month peak as miners, casino giants jump

The S&P/ASX 200 index rose 0.9% to 7,147 points at 0045 GMT, their highest since Feb. 21, 2020.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:17am

Markets

Australia shares set to open marginally lower; NZ falls

The benchmark edged higher on Friday.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:16am

Markets

Spot gold may test resistance at $1,847

A break above the trendline would be a major victory of bulls, as it confirms a reversal of the downtrend from $2,072.50.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:14am

Pakistan

Jammu and Kashmir is internationally recognized dispute on UNSC agenda, says Qureshi

FM says the final settlement of the dispute lies in the UN Security Council resolution calling for a free and impartial plebiscite
Jammu and Kashmir issue is not India's internal matter, says Qureshi

Published 10 May, 2021 11:14am

Markets

US oil may rise to $66.52

On the daily chart, a resistance zone of $65.65-$66.60 triggered the second correction, which looks too shallow to complete.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:13am

Markets

Palm oil targets 4,494-4,556 ringgit range

A break below 4,393 ringgit, now a support, may cause a fall into 4,281-4,331 ringgit range.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:11am

Markets

Brent oil may retest resistance at $69.87

A break above $69.87 will not only open the way towards $71.38, but also confirm a wedge, which indicates a target around $80.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:09am

Markets

CBOT soybeans may retest resistance at $15.96-3/4

On the daily chart, the uptrend is developing within a rising channel, which points to a target of $16.41-3/4.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:03am

World

At least 11 killed as roadside bomb hits bus in Afghanistan

The attack in restive Zabul province left another 28 people wounded, interior ministry spokesman Tareq Arian told reporters.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:02am

Markets

Hong Kong stocks down at lunch

The Hang Seng Index slipped 0.33 percent, or 93.17 points, to 28,517.48.

Published 10 May, 2021 11:00am

World

List of military candidates stirs unease over Iran vote

Zarif said he regretted his comments were leaked.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:56am

Markets

Asian stocks lifted by US jobs miss, oil rises on pipeline attack

The US government declared a regional emergency Sunday, while the company was unable to say when operations would return to normal.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:54am

Markets

Hong Kong shares open with gains

The Hang Seng Index added 0.58 percent, or 166.34 points, to 28,776.99.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:53am

Markets

Tokyo stocks open higher after US rallies

Panasonic was up 1.73 percent at 1,291 yen ahead of its earnings release, due after the closing bell.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:52am

World

Iraq reporter seriously wounded 24 hours after activist killed: doctors

Reporter Ahmed Hassan was in intensive care after receiving "two bullets in the head and one in the shoulder," a doctor told AFP.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:49am

Technology

SpaceX to launch lunar mission paid with cryptocurrency Dogecoin

"This mission will demonstrate the application of cryptocurrency beyond Earth orbit and set the foundation for interplanetary commerce."

Published 10 May, 2021 10:47am

World

Deadly suicide attack in Somali capital: police

Police temporarily closed off the busy road, said witnesses.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:45am

World

British opposition leader reshuffles team after poll losses

Starmer's recent attacks on government "sleaze" in the awarding of pandemic-related contracts appeared to have no impact on the voters.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:44am

Sports

Golf: USPGA Quail Hollow scores

Bryson DeChambeau 70-74-68-68, Aaron Wise 72-71-68-69.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:33am

Sports

Osaka wants 'discussion' on Olympics amid virus surge in Japan

Australian Open champion Osaka confirmed that she had been vaccinated.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:31am

World

Seven dead at US birthday party shooting

President Joe Biden last month branded US gun violence an "epidemic" and an "international embarrassment."

Published 10 May, 2021 10:29am

Sports

Neymar on target but PSG draw leaves Lille closer to Ligue 1 title

Neymar marked Saturday's announcement that he had extended his contract until 2025 by stroking home from the spot.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:27am

Sports

Real Madrid strike late but title hopes hit by dramatic Sevilla draw

But VAR prompted referee Juan Martinez to check an Eder Militao handball a few seconds before, with a huge decision seeing Madrid's penalty cancelled and a spot-kick awarded to Sevilla instead.

Published 10 May, 2021 10:25am

Pakistan

Pakistan records less than 100 deaths in a single day, a new low since May 2

The country reported 78 deaths during the last 24 hours taking the death toll to 18,993.
37,756 people were tested in 24 hours, out of which 3,447 tested positive for the novel virus.

Updated 10 May, 2021 11:10am

World

Taliban declares three-day ceasefire for Eid celebration

“But if the enemy conducts any assault or attack against you during these days, stand ready to robustly protect and defend yourselves and your territory,” the statement said.

Published 10 May, 2021 09:38am

World

EU has not ordered AstraZeneca vaccines beyond June: Commissioner

PARIS: The European Union has not made any new orders for AstraZeneca vaccines beyond June when their contract ends,...

Updated 10 May, 2021 10:20am

World

US Navy seizes huge weapons cache in Arabian Sea

DUBAI: The US Navy’s Fifth Fleet said Sunday it had seized a huge cache of illicit Russian and Chinese weapons ...

Updated 10 May, 2021 10:20am

Gainers
Losers
Leaders

Stock	Price
786 Investments / May 11 786 Investments Limited(786)	7.55 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL- Abbas / May 11 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	352.25 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / May 11 Agro Allianz limited(AAL)	11.10 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / May 11 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / May 11 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	2.07 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / May 11 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	68.92 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / May 11 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	780.20 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / May 11 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Attock Cement / May 11 Attock Cement Pakistan Limited(ACPL)	161.23 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Adam Sugar / May 11 Adam Sugar Mills Limited(ADAMS)	23.50 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)

Stock	Price
786 Investments / May 11 786 Investments Limited(786)	7.55 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL- Abbas / May 11 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	352.25 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / May 11 Agro Allianz limited(AAL)	11.10 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / May 11 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / May 11 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	2.07 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / May 11 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	68.92 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / May 11 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	780.20 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / May 11 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Attock Cement / May 11 Attock Cement Pakistan Limited(ACPL)	161.23 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Adam Sugar / May 11 Adam Sugar Mills Limited(ADAMS)	23.50 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)

Stock	Volume

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World
Commodity

Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / May 7	152.30
USD PKR Interbank Buying / May 7	152.20
USD to Japanese Yen / May 7	108.60
USD to Swiss Franc / May 7	0.90
Pound Sterling to USD / May 7	1.40
Euro to USD / May 7	1.22
UK LIBOR % / May 7	0.06

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / May 7	4232.60
India Sensex / May 7	49206.47
Tokyo Nikkei / May 7	29357.82
Nasdaq / May 7	13752.24
Hang Seng / May 7	28610.65
FTSE 100 / May 7	7129.71
Dow Jones / May 7	34777.76
Germany DAX 30 / May 7	15399.65
France CAC40 / May 7	6385.51

Item	Value
Crude Oil / May 7	64.90
Karachi Cotton Assoc. / May 7	11300.00
Gold 10 Grams / May 7	89163.00
Gold Spot / May 7	1831.30
Cotton / May 7	89.66

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