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Energy

UAE restructures government, seeking more agility as it deals with coronavirus impact

DUBA: The United Arab Emirates announced a broad government restructuring on Sunday for more "agile and swift"...

Updated 07 Jul, 2020 03:26am

USA

Four killed in US plane crash

UTAH: Former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Tyson Brummett was among four killed when a small plane he was piloting...

Updated 07 Jul, 2020 03:20am

Middle East

Top Egyptian actor Ragaa al-Geddawy dies from Covid-19

CAIRO: Famed Egyptian actor Ragaa al-Geddawy died on Sunday after contracting the Covid-19 disease, the actors union...

Updated 07 Jul, 2020 03:20am

Asia

India closes on Russia toll as virus cases hit daily record

NEW DELHI: India added a record number of coronavirus cases Sunday, approaching Russia as the world's third-most...

Updated 07 Jul, 2020 03:18am

Pakistan

Asad Umar reviews road projects under PPP mode

The minister was briefed on various projects which were currently under consideration for implementation under PPP mode.

Updated 07 Jul, 2020 12:16am

Pakistan

Sarwar vows to regain past glory of PIA through effective reforms

Answering a question about privatization of the national flag-carrier, he said the government wanted restructuring in PIA to improve its efficiency.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 11:37pm

Pakistan

PM constitutes 13-member National Coordination Committee on housing

The body will meet twice a week (every Tuesday and Friday) and function under its seven Terms of Reference (TORs).

Published 06 Jul, 2020 11:31pm

Pakistan

PR to launch public awareness campaign to control accidents

The drivers of vehicles should abide by the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Railways, otherwise strict legal action should be taken against the violators.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 11:28pm

Pakistan

Jam Kamal instructs to ensure timely completion of development projects

The decision was aimed to ensure time-saving and optimal utilization of allocated funds through expeditious implementation.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 11:24pm

Pakistan

KP Assembly observes two-minutes silence over deaths of Sikh pilgrims

He assured all possible assistance and support of the government for the bereaved families and also said that the issue of Shamshan Ghat would also be addressed.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 11:21pm

Pakistan

Zaidi to hold presser on Tuesday about Liyari gang war, Baldia Town factory inferno incidents

The minister said the last paragraph of the report on Baldia factory inferno had clearly put a question mark over the professional incompetence and inability of police and provincial government.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 11:19pm

Pakistan

Rs2bn disbursed in Faisalabad under Refinance Scheme: Chief Manager SBP

He told that period of this scheme was also enhanced for another three months due to prolonged lockdown.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 11:16pm

Pakistan

Smart lockdown’s decision helping in containing COVID-19: NDMA Chairman

The government had imposed complete lockdown in hot spot sectors of Islamabad which helped in reducing the cases of the deadly disease, the chairman said.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 11:01pm

Forex

South Africa rand up as risk appetite revives, stocks rise

The rand was 0.7 percent firmer at 16.9300 per dollar.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:35pm

Forex

Risk-on move dents dollar; yuan set for best day since Dec

A broad-based risk-on move also weakened the US dollar.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:33pm

Five killed as first spell of monsoon rains hit Karachi

Power supply to many areas disrupted after the rains lashed the city

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 09:27pm

World

US intelligence officers involved in drug trade, claims Russian envoy

Kabulov denied reports claiming Russian intelligence officers paid Taliban-linked militants to kill Western forces in Afghanistan

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 09:10pm

Business & Finance

India reviewing around 50 investment proposals from Chinese firms

The official said about 40-50 applications involving funding from Chinese investors have been filed since the rule change and are currently under review.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:04pm

Commodities

Soybeans hit four-month high on hot, dry US crop weather

Soybeans touched a four-month high at the Chicago Board of Trade.
Corn traded near last week's 3-1/2 month peak.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:02pm

Commodities

China demand optimism drives copper to five-month high

Benchmark copper on LME was up 1.7% at $6,118 a tonne at 1432 GMT.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:00pm

Middle East

Saudi opens Hajj registration for foreign residents

The registration process will be open until Friday.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 08:40pm

Europe

Brexit talks move to London after tough week in Brussels

"The talks this week are slightly more informal in nature," Prime Minister Boris Johnson's spokesman said.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 08:36pm

World

Israel launches spy satellite to keep a better eye on enemies

Israel has been building up its surveillance capabilities to monitor enemies such as Iran, whose nuclear program it sees as a major threat

Published 06 Jul, 2020 08:20pm

Currency

Sindh govt's website crashes as soon as JIT reports made public

Reports of Lyari gang kingpin Uzair Baloch, Baldia factory fire tragedy as well as former Fishermen Cooperative Society head Nisar Morai were uploaded on home department's website

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 08:06pm

Stocks

US stocks open stronger, continuing rally

The tech-rich Nasdaq, coming off a record-setting Thursday close, climbed 1.6 percent to 10,367.20, while the broad-based S&P 500 rose 1.3 percent to 3,172.93.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 08:05pm

Sports

Pakistan’s itinerary of England tour confirmed

Test series begins on 5 August at Old Trafford, Manchester; Southampton’s Ageas Bowl to stage final two Tests.

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 07:41pm

Europe

COVID-19 imperils AIDS progress, UN warns

Around 1.7 million people were infected last year, and there are now close to 40 million people living with HIV worldwide.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 07:40pm

World

India, China agree to 'complete disengagement' from deadly border flashpoint

The Galwan Valley incident was the first time in 45 years that soldiers had died in combat on the Asian giants' long-disputed border.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 07:28pm

South Asia

Rain hampers rescue efforts after deadly Japan floods

Heavy rain is expected to continue through Tuesday afternoon.
Japan Meteorological Agency issued a non-compulsory evacuation order for around half a million people in southwestern Japan.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 07:13pm

Middle East

Iran's daily virus deaths near record high

The new deaths bring the total fatalities recorded to 11,731, health ministry spokeswoman said.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 07:09pm

World

India becomes third hardest-hit country for virus cases

More than 697,400 cases have now been recorded, a rise of 24,000 in 24 hours.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 07:07pm

Currency

Azad Pattan Hydropower Project will help create job opportunities, says PM

The project would deliver approximately 3.3 billion units of clean, renewable energy in the grid after its completion in 2026

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 06:47pm

Sports

India worried T20 World Cup delays could impact IPL start date

ICC has said it will make a decision in July on the future of the 20 over event which was due to start in Australia in October. But no date for a meeting has been announced.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 06:29pm

Stocks

Stock markets rally on economy recovery hopes

Shanghai led the gains, soaring to its highest level in more than two years, while Hong Kong finished up 3.8 percent at levels not seen since early March.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 06:26pm

Sports

Federer 'missing' Wimbledon but aiming to be back next year

Federer said the coronavirus lockdown gave him the chance to recuperate following surgery, but said he will have to be "patient" as he waits to return to the court.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 06:22pm

South Asia

Afghan president pushing for global 'consensus' on talks with Taliban

The government of Afghanistan released a large number of Taliban in order to reduce violence in the country, but the violence has not decreased.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 06:19pm

Sports

Umar Akmal’s appeal to be heard on 13 July

The hearing was previously scheduled for 11 June but had to be postponed due to the Covid-19.

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 06:07pm

PM inaugurates production facility of ventilators in Haripur

Imran says Pakistan has abundant talent to take the country to self-reliance in new technological innovation

Published 06 Jul, 2020 04:19pm

Sports

Klopp unhappy with Premier League champions medal rule

"I don't know who came up with that [rule]. Even if you have played one game you should have a medal,” says the Liverpool manager.

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:57pm

Money & Banking

JS Bank crosses $2.3bn in deposits

JS Bank has been recognized by the State Bank of Pakistan as the best performer under the Rozgar Refinance Scheme, a concessional credit scheme for SME’s that ensure zero job layoffs.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 03:41pm

Technology

Despite COVID-19, Pakistanis still hesitant to adopt digital payments: Survey

Only 15 percent consumers have used digital payments for the first time during COVID-19.
17pc male respondents used a digital payment method while 13pc were female.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 03:16pm

Sports

Manchester United to make a move for James Rodriguez

The attacking midfielder has only played just 14 games across all competitions for Zinedine Zidane's side.

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:21pm

Covid-19 situation in Balochistan has improved, claims Shahwani

Liaquat says there has been an almost 50 percent reduction in hospitalisations and the number of critical patients has also reduced

Published 06 Jul, 2020 02:52pm

Pakistan

WHO recognizes positive curtailment of COVID-19 in Pakistan

Prime Minister Imran Khan had a telephonic conversation with WHO DG Tedros Adhanom today.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 02:45pm

Sports

Watch Babar and Co. in action during intra-team practice match

The two-day practice match will conclude today (Monday).

Published 06 Jul, 2020 02:38pm

Sports

India cricket captain Kohli faces conflict of interest probe

DK Jain said that a complaint by a state association member will be examined.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 02:16pm

Industry

First batch of Pakistan made ventilators handed over to NDMA

As per details, SafeVent SP 100 is FDA/CE approved economical and reliable ventilator. The National Radio and Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC) has already produced 15 units of SafeVent SP 100 and has a production capacity to manufacture 250 –300 units per month.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 02:10pm

Commodities

Oil prices mixed as coronavirus spike casts shadow over U.S. demand

Brent crude rose 18 cents, or 0.4%, to $42.98 a barrel by 0252 GMT after a 4.3% gain last week.
U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was at $40.42, down 23 cents, or 0.6%, from its previous settlement on Thursday.

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 01:56pm

Life & Style

UK's Royal Mint celebrates singer Elton John with new commemorative coin

The coin depicts John’s distinctive straw boater’s hat, and fashions his trademark glasses out of a pair of musical notes.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 01:45pm

Pakistan

Load shedding, high voltage leading to financial worries

Residents of the area say that the duration of load shedding in the area is three hours. They said that their complaint is not being registered at the complaint center.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 01:43pm

Technology

Israel launches spy satellite to keep a better eye on enemies

Israel has been building up its surveillance capabilities to monitor enemies such as Iran, whose nuclear program it sees as a major threat.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 12:32pm

Business & Finance

Thousands of Pakistani iqama holders get a breather

The Kingdom has also extended the validity of final exit visas as well as exit and reentry visas issued for expatriates, who are in the Kingdom.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 12:15pm

Industry

Airblue resumes flight operations for UAE amid strict SOPs

In order to fly through Airblue, the passengers would need to follow SOPs including, COVID-19 test results from Chughtai Lab only, which will need to be taken within 96 hours of flight.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 11:39am

Pakistan

2 boys, 2 elderly women injured due to India's unprovoked firing across LoC: DG ISPR

"Pakistan Army troops responded effectively to Indian firing," DG ISPR tweeted.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 11:36am

Pakistan

PM to inaugurate production facility of first ever developed ventilators in Pakistan today

National Radio and Telecommunication Corporation has the capacity to manufacture 250 to 300 units per month.

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 11:12am

Industry

CPEC's Azad Pattan Hydel power project signing ceremony today

It may be mentioned here that the Azad Pattan Hydropower Project is a 700 MW hydroelectric power station on the Jhelum River roughly 7 km upstream of Azad Pattan Bridge in the Sudhanoti District of Azad Kashmir.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 11:06am

Dr Zafar Mirza tests positive for coronavirus

The SAPM on health said he has mild symptoms.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 10:57am

Pakistan reports 3344 new cases, 50 deaths in last 24 hours

Death toll has reached 4,762 while cases have soared to 231,818.

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 10:42am

Business & Finance

UK new car sales post smaller slump in June on annual basis

Around 145,000 units were registered in June, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 10:17am

World

Hundreds of elephants have started mysteriously dying in Africa and nobody knows why

A cluster of elephant deaths was first reported in early May, with 169 individuals dead by the end of the month.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 10:15am

Forex

Dollar in narrow range, yen falls as stocks rise

The yen drifted lower against most major currencies as gains in Asian share prices encouraged some risk-on trades.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 10:02am

Stocks

Asia shares climb as China blue chips hit five-year peak

MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan climbed 1% to its highest since February.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:59am

Companies

SoftBank governance reforms stop short of Vision Fund

In recent months Chief Executive Masayoshi Son has met other Elliott demands, from launching a 2.5 trillion yen ($23 billion) buyback.

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:56am

BR Research

Load shedding déjà vu: fix the discos!

Books can be written on the inefficiencies, incompetence, and irregularities in Pakistan’s energy sector. The PMLN...

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:15am

BR Research

KSE-100: new year, new opportunities, old problems

The year of two bottoms is behind us: the first seen in August 2019, and the second in April 2020. Both bottoms...

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:14am

BR Research

OMC sales: choppy year with a surprising end

FY20 has been a turbulent year for the country in many ways; the most significant event has been the COVID-19...

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:13am

BR Research

Too big to learn?

Facebook is in the eye of the storm again. The online behemoth is caught up in a backlash against social media...

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:13am

Exchange

Interview with Sarwar Ali Khan, CEO, TPL Trakker

“Technology crucial to tackle COVID-19” Sarwar Ali Khan is the CEO of TPL Trakker, a subsidiary of TPL Corp. ...

Published 06 Jul, 2020 09:11am

Pakistan

South Punjab: Multan will not be ignored in admin arrangement: Qureshi

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Sunday said Multan will "not be ignored in administrative...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:57am

Pakistan

129,830 Covid-19 patients recovered so far: NCOC

ISLAMABAD: National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) on Sunday said that 129,830 patients recovered from Corona ...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:57am

Pakistan

HEC appoints Imtiaz Gillani as NTC chairman

ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has appointed Imtiaz Gillani as chairman National Technology ...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:55am

Pakistan

PPP leader Ayatullah Durrani passes away

MASTUNG: The central leader of Pakistan People's Party (PPP) and former federal minister, Ayatullah Durrani, has...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:55am

Pakistan

CRBC, Peshawar-DIK motorway: Work on mega projects to begin soon: Ajmal

PESHAWAR: Advisor to KP CM on Information and Public Relations, Ajmal Wazir has said that work on mega projects of...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:54am

Pakistan

QWP will not compromise on rights of KP people: Sherpao

PESHAWAR: Qaumi Watan Party (QWP) Chairman Aftab Ahmad Khan Sherpao has said that his party would not compromise on...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:54am

Pakistan

Murad inaugurates Sindh Infectious Diseases Hospital

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister (CM) Syed Murad Ali Shah inaugurated newly established 200-bedded Sindh Infectious...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:53am

World

Rockets target US interests despite arrests: Iraq military

BAGHDAD: Two rocket attacks targeted American diplomatic and military installations overnight, Iraq's security ...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:51am

World

Johnson and Prince Charles lead birthday tributes to Britain's health service

LONDON: Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Prince Charles paid tribute to Britain's state-run National Health Service...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:51am

Iran negotiating 25-year strategic deal with China

TEHRAN: Iran has been negotiating a 25-year accord with China and the terms will be announced once a deal is struck,...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:50am

Dedicated gas fields: Fauji Foundation urges govt to declare 'must run'

ISLAMABAD: Fauji Foundation has urged the government to declare "must run" on dedicated gas fields aimed at ...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:50am

Algeria buries remains of anti-French fighters, seeks Paris apology

ALGIERS: Algeria on Sunday buried the remains of 24 resistance fighters returned from Paris after more than a ...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:49am

Dozens dead, missing in Japan as heavy rain causes floods, mudslides

TOKYO: About 34 people are either confirmed or feared dead - including 14 at a nursing home - after torrential rain...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:49am

Pakistan

PTI expels MPA Uzma Kardar from party

ISLAMABAD: The ruling party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Sunday announced to expel Uzma Kardar, the Member...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:48am

World

Libya's unity government says 'foreign air force' hit key base

TRIPOLI: Libya's UN recognised government Sunday condemned overnight air raids against a recently recaptured...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:47am

World

Iran says negotiating 25-year accord with China

TEHRAN: Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Sunday that Iran has been negotiating a 25-year accord with China...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:46am

Exchange

Israel says 'not necessarily' behind all Iran N-site incidents

OCCUPIED JERUSALEM: Israel's defence minister said on Sunday it is not "necessarily" behind every mysterious ...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:45am

World

Tokyo governor Koike cruises to second term

TOKYO: Tokyo governor Yuriko Koike declared victory in Sunday's vote to elect the leader of one of the world's most...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:45am

World

Italy to take in 180 migrants rescued in Mediterranean

ABOARD THE OCEAN VIKING IN THE MEDITERRANEAN: Italy on Sunday authorised charity vessel Ocean Viking to transfer 180...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:44am

World

Croatia votes for new government

ZAGREB: Croatia went to the polls Sunday to elect a government to navigate the coronavirus pandemic and its economic...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:43am

World

Morocco reports record number of novel coronavirus cases

RABAT: Morocco reported Sunday 698 additional novel coronavirus infections, the highest one-day increase since the...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:42am

World

Malawi cancels independence celebrations over virus spike

LILONGWE: Malawi's president Lazarus Chakwera on Sunday called off planned independence celebrations and drastically...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:42am

Technology

Johnson to phase out Huawei's 5G role within months

LONDON: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to begin phasing out the use of Chinese tech giant Huawei's...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:42am

Pakistan

The Weather

KARACHI: The weather report on Sunday (July 5, 2020) and the forecast for Monday (July 6, 2020)....

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:41am

Business & Finance

Britain to reopen temporary market access regime for EU financial firms

LONDON: Britain will reopen its temporary market access regime for European Union financial firms in September to...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:40am

Pakistan

KU announces admissions in different programmes

KARACHI: The University of Karachi is offering admissions in MS, MPhil, PhD and M.S. (Surgery) and MD (Medicine)...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:39am

Pakistan

Cleaning process of nullahs accelerated, minister told

KARACHI: The cleaning process of nullahs has been accelerated in order to provide instant relief to citizens during...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:38am

Pakistan

Sindh sees 2,222 new Covid-19 cases, 25 deaths: CM

KARACHI: Sindh found a total of 2,222 Covid-19 positive cases outh of 10,705 tested samples during the last 24 hours...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:38am

Pakistan

Rangers arrest 3 accused for 'murdering' shopkeeper

KARACHI: The Pakistan Rangers, Sindh, on Sunday claimed to have arrested three men for their alleged involvement in...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:37am

Pakistan

PTI lawmakers to stage sit-ins against KE

KARACHI: The ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced to stage symbolic sit-ins against the atrocities of...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:37am

Pakistan

Punjab to give special allowance to Rescue 1122 officials

LAHORE: The Punjab government has approved to grant special allowance to both the officials of Rescue 1122 who are...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:36am

Pakistan

'Let people choose their leader in fair democratic process'

LAHROE: Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Senator Sirajul Haq has said that establishment in Pakistan tries to influence ...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:35am

Pakistan

PBC expresses concern over arrest of Mir Shakil

KARACHI: The Executive Committee of the Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) held its emergent meeting here on Saturday, which...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:35am

CCP revamps Competition Exemption Regulations 2020

ISLAMABAD: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has revamped Competition Exemption Regulations 2020 to ...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:34am

UK nears $625 million Sanofi/GSK vaccine deal

LONDON: Britain is close to a 500 million pound ($624 million) supply deal with Sanofi and GlaxoSmithKline for 60...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:33am

WB censures power sector

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's power sector has swallowed Rs 5 trillion ($ 45 billion) of national exchequer due to poor...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:32am

M-8 project 'a beacon of light' for southern Balochistan: CPEC chairman

ISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to Prime Minister (SAPM) on Information and Broadcasting General Asim Saleem Bajwa...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:32am

Trump repeats vow to defeat 'radical left'

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump on Saturday vowed to defeat the "radical left," in an Independence Day speech...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:31am

Pakistan to host global tourism forum next year: Bukhari

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will host an all important Global Tourism Forum next year and a tourism summit of D-8 countries...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:31am

Increase in POL products' prices: Parliament to help resolve issue: Speaker

ISLAMABAD: In the backdrop of strong backlash coming from political and public circles against federal government's...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:30am

Budgets

Over Rs 5 billion allocated for health facilities in budget: mayor

KARACHI: Mayor Karachi Wasim Akhtar on Sunday said that over Rs5 billion has been earmarked in the new fiscal year's...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:29am

Business & Finance

Canada should focus on boosting economy even as debt climbs: analysts

TORONTO: Canada should focus on boosting economic growth after getting pummeled by the Covid-19 crisis, analysts ...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:29am

Exchange

Argentina to renew offer to creditors, extends negotiation: president

BUENOS AIRES: Argentina will make creditors an improved offer and extend negotiations on restructuring $66 billion ...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:29am

Pakistan

PR upgrades 27 rail level crossings of Pindi

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Railways (PR), Rawalpindi Division has upgraded 27 railway level crossings said Divisional...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:29am

Business & Finance

Indonesia says trade, investment deal with Australia takes effect

JAKARTA: An Indonesia-Australia deal that eliminates most trade tariffs between the two nations and aims to open up...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:28am

Business & Finance

First digital apparel sourcing expo to begin from 15th

SIALKOT: The regional president of International Apparel Federation (IAF) and Pakistan Readymade Garments...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:28am

Hiring healthcare professionals: Kuwait signs agreement with Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Kuwait has signed a government to government bilateral framework with Pakistan to hire its healthcare...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:27am

Civilian injured in Indian shelling

ISLAMABAD: Indian Army initiated unprovoked ceasefire violation in Battal Sector along the Line of Control targeting...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:26am

'Big medical/electromagnetic industry': US will be Pakistan's client, says Fawad

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry on Sunday said Pakistan will have its own "big...

Updated 06 Jul, 2020 03:25am

48 doctors resigned from teaching hospitals in Punjab

LAHORE: As many as 48 doctors have resigned from teaching hospitals in Punjab and Department of Specialized...