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Pakistan - 2026-05-18

PM Shehbaz, Qatari PM discuss Middle East peace efforts, bilateral ties

Pakistan

PM Shehbaz, Qatari PM discuss Middle East peace efforts, bilateral ties

PM Shehbaz and Qatar's PM urged sustained efforts for Middle East peace, stressing dialogue to preserve the ceasefire and restore stability.

Published 18 May, 2026 10:33pm

Centre lifts business-hour restrictions ahead of Eidul Adha

Pakistan

Centre lifts business-hour restrictions ahead of Eidul Adha

Nationwide business hour restrictions are lifted by PM Shehbaz Sharif, allowing shops and markets to operate freely for Eidul Adha.

Published 18 May, 2026 04:28pm

Pakistan condemns drone attack on UAE’s nuclear energy plant

Pakistan

Pakistan condemns drone attack on UAE’s nuclear energy plant

Condemning the UAE nuclear plant drone attack, Pakistan warned of catastrophic consequences, stressing that dialogue and diplomacy are crucial for regional peace.

Updated 18 May, 2026 02:29pm

Pakistan discusses regional developments with Saudi Arabia, Qatar

Pakistan

Pakistan discusses regional developments with Saudi Arabia, Qatar

Pakistan committed to regional peace, stability: DPM Dar

Updated 18 May, 2026 03:09pm

India’s water control: Pakistan says PCA award reinforces IWT limits

Pakistan

India’s water control: Pakistan says PCA award reinforces IWT limits

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Sunday welcomed a supplemental award issued by the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA),...

Published 18 May, 2026 06:28am

Section 144 imposed in Balochistan: Face covering in public places banned

Pakistan

Section 144 imposed in Balochistan: Face covering in public places banned

QUETTA: The government of Balochistan has imposed Section 144 across the province for a period of one month,...

Published 18 May, 2026 06:24am

Expanding digital connectivity: President, PM reaffirm their commitment

Pakistan

Expanding digital connectivity: President, PM reaffirm their commitment

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday reaffirmed the government’s...

Published 18 May, 2026 06:15am

Eid-ul-Azha on 27th

Pakistan

Eid-ul-Azha on 27th

KARACHI: The Ruet-i-Hilal Committee announced on Sunday that the Zilhij moon had been sighted and Eid-ul-Azha will...

Published 18 May, 2026 06:05am

Army warns India against targeting Pakistan

Pakistan

Army warns India against targeting Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The military on Sunday warned that any attempt to target Pakistan could trigger consequences that would...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:57am

US official Kapur concludes Pakistan visit after talks

Pakistan

US official Kapur concludes Pakistan visit after talks

ISLAMABAD: US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs S Paul Kapur concluded a visit to...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

PDP chief slams corruption in development projects in Sindh

Pakistan

PDP chief slams corruption in development projects in Sindh

KARACHI: From the bridge collapse in Ghotki to the suspension of a contractor in the Karachi Red Line BRT project,...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

‘Climate changes pose threat to communities’

Pakistan

‘Climate changes pose threat to communities’

HYDERABAD: Speakers emphasised that climate change poses serious threats to the lives, livelihoods, and safety of...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Funeral prayer of Altaf Hassan Qureshi held

Pakistan

Funeral prayer of Altaf Hassan Qureshi held

LAHORE: The funeral prayer of renowned journalist, intellectual, and founder of Urdu Digest, Altaf Hassan Qureshi...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Bilawal will inaugurate ‘Shahrah-e-Bhutto’ on 23rd: Sharjeel

Pakistan

Bilawal will inaugurate ‘Shahrah-e-Bhutto’ on 23rd: Sharjeel

KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister for Information, Transport and Mass Transit Sharjeel Inam Memon, Provincial Minister...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Karachi’s hospitality leaves a lasting mark on diplomats: Governor

Pakistan

Karachi’s hospitality leaves a lasting mark on diplomats: Governor

KARACHI: Governor Sindh Syed Mohammed Nehal Hashmi said Karachi’s hospitality leaves a lasting impression on foreign...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Sharjeel visits Red Line BRT project: Work on mixed traffic lane continuing day in, day out

Pakistan

Sharjeel visits Red Line BRT project: Work on mixed traffic lane continuing day in, day out

KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon visited the Red Line BRT project, where CEO Trans Karachi Zubair...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Bhandara visits Gurdwara Saragarhi Singh Sabha

Pakistan

Bhandara visits Gurdwara Saragarhi Singh Sabha

ISLAMABAD: PML-N MNA Isphanyar Bhandara on Saturday visited the historic Gurdwara Saragarhi Singh Sabha in Hangu,...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Minister urges PTI to return to parliamentary panels

Pakistan

Minister urges PTI to return to parliamentary panels

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry on Sunday urged the Pakistan...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Jewellers pledge support to FIA against smuggling

Pakistan

Jewellers pledge support to FIA against smuggling

KARACHI: The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association has announced it would stand firmly with the Federal...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Agriculture, space science, climate change: Major initiative launched in Sindh

Pakistan

Agriculture, space science, climate change: Major initiative launched in Sindh

KARACHI: A major initiative has been launched in Sindh to promote modern research in agriculture, space science,...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Mobilink Bank launches breast cancer awareness app

Pakistan

Mobilink Bank launches breast cancer awareness app

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance Bank, Mobilink Bank, has launched the “Bibi App,” a breast cancer...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

NHMP bans vehicles of livestock on motorways

Pakistan

NHMP bans vehicles of livestock on motorways

ISLAMABAD: The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) has banned the entry of vehicles transporting livestock...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Fazl asks govt to reduce reliance on IMF

Pakistan

Fazl asks govt to reduce reliance on IMF

KARACHI: Amid concerns over weak law and order, heavy reliance on the IMF and growing fears among traders, Jamiat...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

PTI opposes proposal to raise minimum age of voters

Pakistan

PTI opposes proposal to raise minimum age of voters

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Sunday criticised a proposal by a senior government minister to...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

KP Governor, CM discuss CNG closure, wheat supply

Pakistan

KP Governor, CM discuss CNG closure, wheat supply

PESHAWAR: Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi and Chief Minister Sohail Afridi discussed key...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

KP governor administers oath to new ministers

Pakistan

KP governor administers oath to new ministers

PESHAWAR: The swearing-in ceremony of the new provincial ministers was held at the Governor House, Peshawar here on...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Consultations begin on national urban strategy

Pakistan

Consultations begin on national urban strategy

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has begun consultations on the country’s first-ever National Urban Strategy as...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Week-long anti-polio campaign begins in 79 districts

Pakistan

Week-long anti-polio campaign begins in 79 districts

ISLAMABAD: A week-long anti-polio campaign will begin across 79 selected districts of the country from today with...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Information secretaries: PPP Punjab suggests criteria for appointment

Pakistan

Information secretaries: PPP Punjab suggests criteria for appointment

LAHORE: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Central Punjab Information Secretary Shahzad Saeed Cheema has said that the...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Chinese CG visits UAF: ‘Agri cooperation remains top priority in CPEC second phase’

Pakistan

Chinese CG visits UAF: ‘Agri cooperation remains top priority in CPEC second phase’

FAISALABAD: The Chinese Consul General, Sun Yan, has reaffirmed that agricultural cooperation remains the top...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Punjab CM visits martyrs’ memorial in Baku

Pakistan

Punjab CM visits martyrs’ memorial in Baku

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif formally commenced her official engagements in Baku, Azerbaijan,...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Punjab CM, Azerbaijan President discuss expansion of ties

Pakistan

Punjab CM, Azerbaijan President discuss expansion of ties

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif received a grand diplomatic welcome in Baku, where she led a...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

Moot on patients’ safety held: Health experts highlight medical, medication errors

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Moot on patients’ safety held: Health experts highlight medical, medication errors

LAHORE: Terming patients safety number one priority in medical profession, health professionals warned that medical...

Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

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Pakistan

The Weather

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Published 18 May, 2026 05:40am

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Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Jun 5	278.61
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Jun 5	278.41
USD to Japanese Yen / Jun 8	160.04
USD to Swiss Franc / Jun 8	0.80
Pound Sterling to USD / Jun 8	1.33
Euro to USD / Jun 8	1.15
SOFR % / Jun 7	3.63

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Jun 5	7,383.74
Nasdaq / Jun 5	25,709.43
Dow Jones / Jun 5	50,866.78
India Sensex / Jun 8	73,524.26
Tokyo Nikkei / Jun 8	64,024.60
Hang Seng / Jun 8	24,657.06
FTSE 100 / Jun 8	10,325.11
Germany DAX 30 / Jun 8	24,522.58
France CAC40 / Jun 8	8,152.50

Item	Value
Gold 10 Grams PKR / Jun 5	401,012
Petrol/Litre / Jun 8	377.78
Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Jun 8	94.86
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Jun 8	4,292.04
Diesel/Litre / Jun 8	380.78
Cotton US¢/pound / Jun 8	78.21

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Stock	Price
First Fid. Leasing / Jun 8 First Fidelity Leasing Modaraba(FFLM)	8.76 ▲ 1 (12.89%)
Gulistan Sp. / Jun 8 Gulistan Spinning Mills Limited(GUSM)	9.03 ▲ 1 (12.45%)
TPL Properties / Jun 8 TPL Properties Limited(TPLP)	10.33 ▲ 1 (10.72%)
Pak. P.V.C. / Jun 8 Pakistan PVC Limited(PPVC)	19.53 ▲ 1.78 (10.03%)
Cresent Jute / Jun 8 Crescent Jute Products Limited(CJPL)	14.73 ▲ 1.34 (10.01%)
D.S. Ind. Ltd. / Jun 8 D.S. Industries Limited(DSIL)	12.31 ▲ 1.12 (10.01%)
Oilboy Energy / Jun 8 Oilboy Energy Limited(OBOY)	16.82 ▲ 1.53 (10.01%)
Quantum Data Tech. / Jun 8 Quantum Data Technologies Limited(QTECH)	33.95 ▲ 3.09 (10.01%)
Nagina Cot. / Jun 8 Nagina Cotton Mills Limited(NAGC)	77.94 ▲ 7.09 (10.01%)
Shams Textile / Jun 8 Shams Textile Mills Limited(STML)	41.99 ▲ 3.82 (10.01%)

Stock	Price
Dawood Lawrencepur / Jun 8 Dawood Lawrencepur Limited(DLL)	60.49 ▼ -564.34 (-90.32%)
Azgard Nine (Non-Voti) / Jun 8 Azgard Nine (Non-Voti)(ANLNV)	7.42 ▼ -0.98 (-11.67%)
Ruby Textile / Jun 8 Ruby Textile Mills Limited(RUBY)	18.49 ▼ -2.05 (-9.98%)
Aisha Steel(ConPS) / Jun 8 Aisha Steel(ConPS)(ASLPS)	28.85 ▼ -3.15 (-9.84%)
Elahi Cotton / Jun 8 Elahi Cotton Mills Limited(ELCM)	176.66 ▼ -19.18 (-9.79%)
Javedan Corp.(Pref) / Jun 8 Javedan Corp.(Pref)(JVDCPS)	68.40 ▼ -7.27 (-9.61%)
Ideal Spinning / Jun 8 Ideal Spinning Mills Limited(IDSM)	77.65 ▼ -8.17 (-9.52%)
Power Cem(Pref) / Jun 8 Power Cement (Pref)(POWERPS)	25.57 ▼ -2.46 (-8.78%)
F.Credit & Inv / Jun 8 First Credit and Investment Bank Limited(FCIBL)	37 ▼ -3.49 (-8.62%)
Tri-Star Mutual / Jun 8 Tri-Star Mutual Fund Limited(TSMF)	17.48 ▼ -1.64 (-8.58%)

Stock	Volume
TPL Properties / Jun 8 TPL Properties Limited(TPLP)	60,567,709 ▲ 1
TPL Corp Ltd / Jun 8 TPL Corp Limited(TPL)	42,410,725 ▲ 0.74
Pace (Pak) Ltd. / Jun 8 Pace (Pakistan) Limited(PACE)	26,156,618 ▼ -0.07
Waves Home Appliances / Jun 8 Waves Home Appliances Limited(WAVESAPP)	24,010,462 ▲ 0.06
Thatta Cement / Jun 8 Thatta Cement Company Limited(THCCL)	22,234,491 ▲ 3.04
Beco Steel Ltd / Jun 8 Beco Steel Limited(BECO)	20,895,260 ▼ -0.26
WorldCall Telecom / Jun 8 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	20,707,751 ▼ -0.01
Pak Qatar Family / Jun 8 Pak Qatar Family Takaful Limited(PAKQATAR)	20,529,844 ▲ 0.58
D.S. Ind. Ltd. / Jun 8 D.S. Industries Limited(DSIL)	20,239,775 ▲ 1.12
Pak Qatar Gen.Takaful / Jun 8 Pak Qatar General Takaful Limited(PQGTL)	19,782,746 ▲ 1.67

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