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WHO issues new clinical advice on treating COVID-19 patients

Harris declined to commment on reports of delays in roll-out of vaccines in the European Union.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 03:30pm

Technology

Apple warns, iPhone 12, MagSafe accessories could interfere with pacemakers

Apple insists that the MagSafe and MagSafeDo accessories contain radio signals and that their magnetic and electromagnetic fields can interfere with the functioning of medical devices.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 03:10pm

Pakistan

Five injured as student protests in Lahore, Faisalabad turn violent

Students of the Central University of Punjab in Lahore staged a sit-in outside their campus and requested the management to hold talks with them at 2pm.
The students have demanded that either exam be taken online or universities should postpone the finals.

Updated 26 Jan, 2021 03:46pm

Pakistan

LHC accepts petition seeking ban on TikTok, other social media apps

Advocate Waqas Anwar Gujjar stated that the social media applications like TikTok, Bigo Live, Likee and others are becoming a source of waste of time for youngsters
Many youngsters who while trying to shoot short videos for the TikTok had lost their lives: Petitioner

Published 26 Jan, 2021 02:56pm

Pakistan

Zardari proposes jointly contesting Senate elections under PDM banner

He believes that a joint-candidature would allow the Opposition alliance to secure more seats.
The final decision in this regard will be made during the 11-party alliance's meeting slated for February 4.

Updated 26 Jan, 2021 03:05pm

Pakistan

Broadsheet scandal: Cabinet approves formation of inquiry commission to hold investigation

A former Supreme Court judge will head the commission that will be mandated to carry out a comprehensive investigation into the Broadsheet scandal
The commission will re-investigate cases involving bigwigs, which were closed out of expediency

Published 26 Jan, 2021 02:12pm

Pakistan

SHC summons report against illegal CNG stations on Feb 23

The authorities must ensure that licensed CNG shops have been set up, the SHC said.
The SHC took up petitions against the use of CNG and LNG cylinders in public transport and school vans.

Updated 26 Jan, 2021 02:36pm

World

Sweden extends recommendation against travel outside of Europe until April 15

There is a lot of uncertainty, and it's not possible to predict when it will be possible to travel safely.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 02:08pm

World

Germany backs EU export restrictions on vaccine after supply cuts

Spahn said it was encouraging that the number of new coronavirus cases was falling in Germany and that if that trend continues, a decision can be taken on future restrictions.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:59pm

Pakistan

Shrieen Mazari meets delegation of UN Women

UN Women Pakistan worked to enhance the scope of 1700 Helpline for introducing a dedicated segment for women and child protection during Covid , She added.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:50pm

Pakistan

PDM’s Kashmir Day rally venue changed on Nawaz Sharif’s request

The decision was made after a telephonic conversation between PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif and JUI-F chief Maulana Fazl ur Rehman.
The rally will not take place in Azad Jammu and Kashmir instead of Rawalpindi.

Updated 26 Jan, 2021 02:25pm

Pakistan

PM chairs cabinet meeting

The meeting discussed various agenda items relating to development projects and other issues of importance, the PM office said.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:49pm

Pakistan

Chaudhry Fawad asks serious leadership in opposition should come forward

“Governance, elections and judicial reform were undoubtedly important but who will negotiate with this immature leadership,” he questioned.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:47pm

World

UN chief urges India, China to de-escalate tensions through talks

"We hope that through dialogue tension can be dialed down," his Spokesman, Stephane Dujarric.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:45pm

World

Delhi clashes as farmers tractor protest overshadows military parade

Some protesters reached a major intersection three kilometres (1.8 miles) from where Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other government leaders watched tanks and troops parade past and fighter jets fly overhead.
Tens of thousands of farmers have camped on the outskirts of the capital since November, protesting against new laws which deregulate produce markets.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:39pm

Sports

Moin expects high from Yasir Shah against SA

I also feel that the decision to play Zafar Gohar in the presence of Yasir, against New Zealand, was the wrong decision as the former isn’t suited for Test cricket.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:26pm

World

India's COVID-19 tally rises to 10,676,838 with 9,102 new cases

So far as many as 10,813 people have died in the national capital due to COVID-19, confirmed the Delhi's health department.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:19pm

Technology

Facebook News in UK to help 'sustain' local journalism

"UK publishers are seeking a fair business relationship with online platforms so it's good to see Facebook working to promote their output," he added.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:16pm

World

US Supreme Court declines to wade in on police use of hypnosis

But by refusing to take up the case, the nine justices of the top court left the decision with individual states.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:12pm

Sports

Manchester giants look to extend lead over chasing Premier League pack

The former England manager has managed just one win in seven games, but Guardiola warned of Allardyce's ability to spring surprise results.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:09pm

World

Italy PM set to quit and seek new govt as pandemic rages

He will likely then seek to widen support beyond his coalition, currently comprising mainly of the populist Five Star Movement (M5S) and the centre-left Democratic Party (PD).

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:06pm

World

As he calls for 'Made in America,' Biden prefers Swiss-made Rolex

Barack Obama, whom Biden served under as vice president from 2009 till 2017, went with American watchmakers like Detroit-based Shinola, or California's Jorg Gray.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:02pm

Sports

Bangladesh's Shakib in doubt for New Zealand tour

Bangladesh had been counting on Shakib for the tour in February and March as they have never beaten the Kiwis in New Zealand.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 01:00pm

World

Tokyo seeks 10,000 medical staff for Olympics despite virus surge

Around 11,000 athletes from some 200 countries are expected to take part in the Games, but a decision on spectators is not expected before spring.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:59pm

World

Second night of Netherlands violence as Biden touts herd immunity

"Rich countries are rolling out vaccines, while the world's least-developed countries watch and wait," lamented WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:54pm

Sports

Elgar steadies South Africa after early wickets against Pakistan

South Africa also kept the same formula with Keshav Maharaj and George Linde -- both left-arm spinners -- along with their much vaunted pace trio.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:52pm

World

UK unemployment hits 5.0% on virus fallout: official

The rate for the three months to the end of November compares with 4.9 percent.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:51pm

Sports

Nadal takes veiled swipe at Djokovic over quarantine complaints

It sparked mutterings about preferential treatment, and Nadal admitted it had been smoother sailing.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:46pm

Pakistan

PTI's Haleem Adil notified as new Sindh Assembly opposition leader

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Firdous Shamim Naqvi resigned from the post earlier in January.
Naqvi said the opposition was not allowed to play its due role due to the dictatorial tendencies on the part of the treasury benches.

Updated 26 Jan, 2021 02:18pm

World

Biden doesn't believe Trump will be convicted at his impeachment trial: CNN

Biden said he does not think 17 Republican senators will vote to convict Trump.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:38pm

Pakistan

Pakistan opposes addition of new permanent seats in UNSC

Akram says creation of new permanent seats will make the Security Council less representative, less effective and more divided
The proposal of non-permanent seats will accommodate the interests of all groups including the African, the Arab, the OIC, and Small Island Developing States: Envoy

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:33pm

Sports

Southern Hills replaces Trump Bedminster for 2022 PGA

Southern Hills also hosted the Tour Championship in 1995 and 1996, won by Billy Mayfair and Tom Lehman, respectively.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:30pm

World

California eases lockdowns as US COVID-19 crisis ebbs

Nail and hair salons may also reopen on a limited basis, with masks required of staff and customers, while some youth sporting events are permitted to resume as well.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:27pm

World

40% of Londoners would consider moving to Europe in the wake of Brexit, COVID-19: Survey

More than one in three Londoners would consider leaving the UK capital, with all citing Brexit uncertainty and the pandemic as deciding factors for them.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:19pm

World

Trump opens Florida office to push his former administration's agenda

Before leaving office, Trump talked with associates about forming a political party called the "Patriot Party," the Wall Street Journal reported.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:18pm

Sports

Spurs' Mourinho hails Bale after Cup win at Wycombe

"February we have to play three competitions with FA Cup and then Europa League. Of course it will be very hard but we have to try."

Published 26 Jan, 2021 12:05pm

Sports

Newcastle in a difficult situation, says Bruce

"I've been in this situation before and you draw on your experience with it. There's no doubt at all it's difficult, but I'm still convinced. The one thing I'll never do is shy away from a challenge. I'll get stuck into it and try as best I can."

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:56am

World

India makes ban on TikTok and 58 other Chinese apps permanent

India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has issued fresh notices to make permanent a ban imposed on TikTok and 58 other Chinese applications.
The Ministry, in its decision in June, stated that these applications were "prejudicial to sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, security of state and public order”.

Updated 26 Jan, 2021 12:24pm

World

Senate Republican leader McConnell drops objection to power-sharing deal with Democrats

Senate committees have still not been reorganized under Democratic control.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:54am

World

China says customs should prioritise inspection for COVID-19 vaccine exports

Customs should prioritise inspection procedures for carriers handling COVID-19 vaccine exports and make it convenient to clear shipments, China's transport ministry said in a guideline about COVID-19 vaccine logistics.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:48am

Pakistan

Deadly pandemic: COVID infections on rise in Hyderabad as positivity rate reaches 25.76 percent

Karachi witnessed a sharp increase in corona cases with 11.62 percent positivity ratio
The ratio of male patients who died by the disease has been 69 percent

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:45am

Sports

LeBron James pours in 46 as Lakers top Cavs

The Cavaliers also built an early six-point lead, but the Lakers surged ahead later in the first quarter behind James, who scored 17 points in the period on 6-of-7 shooting from the floor, including 4-of-5 success from 3-point range.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:41am

World

Indonesia set to pass 1mn coronavirus cases as vaccinations roll out

"The government should be stricter, because we still can see crowds and those who don't wear masks," she said.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:39am

Sports

'Improper influence' in Asian football election, CAS rules

The ruling only partially upheld Mohamed's appeals, however, as it did not order the annulment of the results and the re-running of the election.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:37am

World

Saudi Arabia to get 3mn AstraZeneca shots in about a week from India

Poonawalla said SII had no intention of partnering with companies such as Pfizer Inc whose COVID-19 vaccine needs to be stored at about minus 70 Celsius (minus 94 Fahrenheit) as India currently lacks such facilities.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:35am

World

Tokyo revises contact tracing strategy, narrows to higher-risk cases

Neighbouring Kanagawa prefecture has also revised its contact-tracing policy to focus more on high-risk individuals.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:30am

World

Israel and Saudi Arabia aim to push Biden away from the Iran nuclear deal

The strategic re-alignment of Israel with major allies in the Middle East in the final days of the Trump Administration presents the Biden Administration with some significant complications.
Israel has been reportedly working very closely with Saudi Arabia, and a confluence of other allies in the Middle East, that are concerned that the Biden Administration will return to the original stipulations of the Iran Nuclear Deal.

Updated 26 Jan, 2021 11:54am

World

Indian farmers ride flag-bedecked tractors in Republic Day protest

But the tractor march threatens to overshadow the annual Republic Day military parade in the centre of the capital on the anniversary of India's 1950 adoption of its constitution.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:19am

Pakistan

Kashmir is internationally recognised dispute; its immediate and permanent solution must for regional peace: FM

Foreign minister says people of Kashmir are observing India's Republic Day as a Black Day across the world
Negative policies of BJP government are also adversely affecting the Indian economy: Qureshi

Updated 26 Jan, 2021 11:40am

World

House sends Trump impeachment article to Senate, triggering trial

Trump repeatedly and falsely claimed he had won the election and summoned his supporters to Washington on January 6 for a rally that coincided with the certification of the results by Congress.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:16am

World

AstraZeneca rejects 'incorrect' reports on Covid-19 jab efficacy in elderly

The European Union issued an angry warning to AstraZeneca Monday over its unexpected delay in delivering millions of doses of its Covid-19 vaccine to the bloc.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:06am

Business & Finance

US Senate confirms Yellen as first female Treasury secretary

Biden is having to push Congress for funding while simultaneously getting his government confirmed -- Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin won Senate approval Friday -- and bracing for turmoil from Trump's impeachment trial.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:03am

World

Mexico's coronavirus death toll passes 150,000

Mexico City has been in a state of maximum alert since mid-December, with more than 90 percent of hospital beds full due to soaring infections. Non-essential activities have been suspended in the capital.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 11:01am

Sports

South Africa win toss, bat against Pakistan in first Test

Pakistan handed Test caps to 34-year-old left-arm spinner Nauman Ali and 25-year-old opener Imran Butt in a combination of three pacers and two spinners.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 10:54am

World

New Zealand PM expects closed borders for much of 2021

Officials in Canberra on Monday said the restrictions on New Zealanders were being imposed "out of an abundance of caution".

Published 26 Jan, 2021 10:52am

Technology

Google stops donations to US Congress members who voted against election results

Following the incident, Republicans in Congress faced blowback from several corporate firms who paused campaign donations and said they were reviewing their policies.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 10:50am

World

New Zealand's borders may stay shut for most of the year, PM Ardern says

“Given the risks in the world around us and the uncertainty of the global rollout of the vaccine, we can expect our borders to be impacted for much of this year,” Ardern said at a news conference.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 10:47am

World

IAI inks two deals supplying Heron MK II systems to 'unnamed' central Asian country

While no details pertaining to the potential customer have been disclosed, the Heron 1 that precedes it is fielded by India in the central Asian region
The agreements, valued at tens of millions of dollars, include reconnaissance payloads, Heron MK II drones and land arrays and ground control stations

Published 26 Jan, 2021 10:47am

World

Thailand reports daily record 959 new coronavirus cases

There were no additional deaths reported.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 10:44am

World

State Department says Biden to ensure U.S. technology does not support China's 'malign activities'

“We need a comprehensive strategy and a more systematic approach that actually addresses the full range of these issues, rather than the piecemeal approach of the past few years,” the State Department spokesperson said in emailed comments.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 10:39am

Gainers
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Leaders

Stock	Price
First Punjab Mod. / Jan 26 First Punjab Modaraba(FPJM)	2.70 ▲ 0.20 (14.89%)
Ghani Auto Ind. / Jan 26 Ghani Automobile Industries Limited(GAIL)	6.80 ▲ 0.69 (13.33%)
Habib Ins. / Jan 26 Habib Insurance Company Limited(HICL)	8.50 ▲ 0.69 (13.18%)
Bawany Air / Jan 26 Bawany Air Products Limited(BAPL)	22.38 ▲ 1.89 (11.34%)
Unicap Mod. / Jan 26 Unicap Modaraba(UCAPM)	1.10 ▼ -0.01 (10.00%)
Hi-Tech Lubricants / Jan 26 Hi-Tech Lubricants Limited(HTL)	60.28 ▲ 7.55 (9.66%)
Pak Datacom Ltd / Jan 26 Pak Datacom Limited(PAKD)	113.50 ▲ 4.58 (9.03%)
Fazal Cloth / Jan 26 Fazal Cloth Mills Limited(FZCM)	229.68 ▲ 30.92 (7.50%)
Dewan Sugar / Jan 26 Dewan Sugar Mills Limited(DWSM)	3.03 ▼ -0.10 (6.32%)
B.R.R. Mod. / Jan 26 B.R.R. Guardian Modaraba(BRR)	14.00 ▲ 0.46 (5.98%)

Stock	Price
Hala Enterpries / Jan 26 Hala Enterprises Limited(HAEL)	10.81 ▼ 0.97 (-11.76%)
Saritow Sp. / Jan 26 Saritow Spinning Mills Limited(SSML)	9.90 ▼ 0.86 (-11.61%)
Grays Leas. / Jan 26 Grays Leasing Limited(GRYL)	5.17 ▼ 0.69 (-10.86%)
PICIC Insurance / Jan 26 PICIC Insurance Limited(PIL)	1.38 ▼ 0.11 (-9.80%)
First Pak Modaraba / Jan 26 First Pak Modaraba(PAKMI)	2.12 ▼ 0.27 (-9.40%)
First Prud Mod. / Jan 26 First Prudential Modaraba(PMI)	2.10 ▼ 0.35 (-8.70%)
Altern Energy / Jan 26 Altern Energy Limited(ALTN)	27.25 ▼ 1.75 (-8.40%)
Summit Bank / Jan 26 Summit Bank Limited(SMBL)	1.83 ▼ 0.14 (-8.04%)
Saudi Pak Leas. / Jan 26 Saudi Pak Leasing Company Limited(SPLC)	1.74 ▼ 0.25 (-7.94%)
Khurshid Spinng / Jan 26 Khurshid Spinning Mills Limited(KHSM)	19.86 ▼ 0.00 (-7.46%)

Stock	Volume
TRG Pak. / Jan 26 TRG Pakistan Limited(TRG)	29,686,000 ▼ 8.01
K-Electric Ltd / Jan 26 K-Electric Limited(KEL)	25,544,000 ▼ 0.11
Invest Cap. Bank / Jan 26 Invest Capital Investment Bank Limited(ICIBL)	17,052,500 ▼ 0.87
Unity Foods / Jan 26 Unity Foods Limited(UNITY)	16,920,978 ▼ 1.02
Fauji Foods / Jan 26 Fauji Foods Limited(FFL)	15,931,500 ▼ 0.35
Fauji Fert. Bin / Jan 26 Fauji Fertilizer Bin Qasim Limited(FFBL)	12,716,500 ▼ 1.75
Pak Int.Bulk Ter / Jan 26 Pakistan International Bulk Terminal Limited(PIBTL)	10,876,500 ▼ 0.31
Hum Network / Jan 26 Hum Network Limited(HUMNL)	10,747,500 ▼ 0.17
Aisha Steel / Jan 26 Aisha Steel Mills Limited(ASL)	9,137,500 ▼ 1.32
Jahangir Sid. Co. / Jan 26 Jahangir Siddiqui & Co. Ltd.(JSCL)	8,165,000 ▼ 0.75

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Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Jan 26	160.85
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Jan 26	160.75
USD to Japanese Yen / Jan 26	103.78
USD to Swiss Franc / Jan 26	0.89
Pound Sterling to USD / Jan 26	1.37
Euro to USD / Jan 26	1.21

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Jan 26	3842.69
India Sensex / Jan 26	48347.59
Tokyo Nikkei / Jan 26	28822.29
Nasdaq / Jan 26	13577.42
Hang Seng / Jan 26	30159.01
FTSE 100 / Jan 26	6638.85
Dow Jones / Jan 26	30870.85
Germany DAX 30 / Jan 26	13643.95
France CAC40 / Jan 26	5472.36

Indicator	Value
UK LIBOR % / Jan 26	0.09

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