Israel-Palestine conflict: Army reiterates support to ‘two-state’ solution RAWALPINDI: General Syed Asim Munir, chief of army staff (COAS), presided over the 82nd Formation Commanders... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Gaza ceasefire and hostage release to start today DOHA: A four-day pause in the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza will start on Friday morning and an exchange of hostages and... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
27 dead in Israeli strike on UN school in Gaza GAZA STRIP, (Palestinian Territories): A Palestinian doctor said Thursday at least 27 people had been killed and 93... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
South Asia Iran top diplomat meets Hezbollah chief in Lebanon BEIRUT: Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has met with Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah,... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
South Asia Bangladesh convicts 200 more opposition activists DHAKA: Bangladeshi courts have convicted more than 200 officials and activists of the main opposition Bangladesh... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Barclays working on $1.25bn cost plan, could cut up to 2,000 jobs LONDON: Barclays is working on plans to save as much as 1 billion pounds ($1.25 billion), which could involve ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
South Asia BD journalist attacked while reporting on political clash NEW YORK: Bangladesh authorities must immediately and impartially investigate the recent attack on journalist Md... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
UK net migration high piles pressure on Sunak LONDON: Net migration to the UK hit a record high last year, official figures showed Thursday, heaping pressure on... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
UN vote challenges OECD global tax leadership PARIS: The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development’s leadership on global tax coordination has come... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Businesses advocate revitalisation of ‘Made in Pakistan’ initiative KARACHI: In a gathering organized by the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI), leaders advocate for the... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Death of six members of a family: ATC hands accused over to police LAHORE: Anti-Terrorism Court on Thursday handed over Afnan Shafqat, accused of causing death of six members of a... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
CM announces measures to combat smog challenge LAHORE: In a bid to tackle the situation arising due to smog, the caretaker Punjab government has decided that all... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
JI chief condemns killing of children in Gaza Strip ISLAMABAD: Jamaat-e-Islami(JI) Pakistan Chief Sirajul Haq, Thursday, while expressing serious grief and anger over... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Elections will be held on 61 NA, 130 PA seats in Sindh KARACHI: Sindh Election Commissioner Aijaz Anwar Chohan on Thursday said that general elections would be held for 61... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Even a single day’s delay in holding polls beyond 90-day time-frame most grave violation of Constitution: SC judge ISLAMABAD: Judge of Supreme Court Justice Athar Minallah Thursday said that even a single day’s delay in holding... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
SFA imposes fine KARACHI: The Sindh Food Authority on Thursday imposed a fine of Rs 100000 on New York Coffee House for violation of... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Al-Qadir Trust case: AC extends physical remand of Imran till 27th ISLAMABAD: The Accountability Court, on Thursday, extended the physical remand of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Nawaz visits Murree, steps up criticism of PTI MURREE: Supreme leader of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Nawaz Sharif has said that political gains hold no... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 11:01am
PM briefed about action plan to deal with disasters ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar was informed that under National Disaster Management ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
NCRC urges parties to prioritise child rights in election manifestos ISLAMABAD: The National Commission on the Rights of Child (NCRC) has urged the national and provincial political... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Number of 3G, 4G users, teledensity, NGMS penetration declined in Oct ISLAMABAD: The number of 3G and 4G users, teledensity as well as Next Generation Mobile Service (NGMS) penetration... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
CM visits Mayo Hospital LAHORE: The caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi conducted a visit to the under-construction emergency block... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
FIR registered against ex-CEO DRAP ISLAMABAD: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Islamabad has registered an FIR against ex-CEO Drug Regulatory... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Imam-e-Kaaba urges world to help stop massacre of besieged Palestinians ISLAMABAD: Demanding swift action from global powers to halt Israeli crimes against humanity in Palestine,... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
700 more KPC members allocated land KARACHI: An important meeting regarding the allotment of plots to the members of Karachi Press Club and the affairs... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
CM to inaugurate Business Facilitation Centre LAHORE: A significant gathering convened at the TEVTA Secretariat, presided over by Provincial Minister for Industry... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Europe Dutch far-right win spells trouble for Brussels BRUSSELS: The shock victory of Geert Wilders’ far-right eurosceptic party in Dutch elections sent a political... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Europe Germany moves to suspend debt brake for 2023 to fix budget turmoil BERLIN: German Finance Minister Christian Lindner will propose a supplementary budget for this year which includes... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Middle East Israeli forces detain Al-Shifa hospital chief in Gaza GAZA STRIP: The head of Gaza City’s Al-Shifa hospital, the largest in the Palestinian territory, was arrested... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
‘Bat’ symbol: PTI lambaste ECP over taking U-turn on verbal order ISLAMABAD: The former ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Thursday lambasted the Election Commission of ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
President reiterates desire to forge long-term partnership with Russia ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi has reiterated Pakistan’s desire to forge a long-term, multi-dimensional... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
PPP not forming any alliance with PTI: Kundi ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Central Information Secretary Faisal Karim Kundi said that the PPP is not... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
National T20 2023-24 Tournament starts today LAHORE: As many as 18 teams are taking part in the National T20 2023-24 Tournament starting from Friday (today).... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
International Children’s Day: Minister concerned over large number of children out of school LAHORE: Expressing concern that a large number of children are out of school in Pakistan, the caretaker Provincial... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
LHC reserves verdict on Qaisra Elahi’s plea LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday reserved its verdict on a petition filed by Qaisra Elahi wife of PTI... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
JI will hold Gaza bike rally on 26th KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami on Thursday announced to take out a bike rally to show support to the underdog Palestinians... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Indian plane makes emergency landing in Karachi KARACHI: Indian Passenger Airline Indigo Air on Thursday made an emergency landing at Jinnah Airport Karachi.... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 02:29pm
Former PPP MPA joins PML-N KARACHI: Former provincial minister for transport and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) MPA Akhtar Jadoon on Thursday... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Farewell dinner for Indonesian envoy held FAISALABAD: The Ambassador of Indonesia to Pakistan, Adam M Togio on Thursday said that Faisalabad is home to the... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Court orders to produce IK, Qureshi on 28th ISLAMABAD: The special court hearing the cypher case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan and... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Field of education ‘Exchange programme gives students opportunities to learn modern trends’ LAHORE: Punjab Governor Muhammad Balighur Rehman on Thursday said that the exchange programme in the field of... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Rates The bull run continues KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Thursday witnessed another bullish session and hit new highest level on the back... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
PTI required to hold intraparty polls to retain election symbol bat ISLAMABAD: In an apparent U-turn, the electoral body has declared the intra-party elections of Pakistan... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
President now advocates ‘two-state’ solution ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi has reiterated that Pakistan firmly supports a just and peaceful resolution of the... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Money laundering case: Moonis Elahi’s eight bank accounts frozen LAHORE: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has seized the properties and bank accounts of Moonis Elahi, son of... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
PPP was ‘offered’ 6 ministries during PTI rule: Zardari ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party co-chairman and former president Asif Ali Zardari Thursday claimed that PTI... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Meeting with APNS team: PM directs ministry to ensure ad dues payment ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Thursday urged the media to play its role for creating... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
SAHF all set to meet in Bangkok on 30th LAHORE: South Asia Hydro-met Forum (SAHF) is all set to meet in Bangkok on November 30, 2023 to review the progress... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: The definition of a democrat varies “What is the difference between a democrat and an autocrat?” “That’s rather obvious, isn’t it”? ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Energy Russia’s Gazprom plans investment cut as exports drop MOSCOW: Russian state-owned energy giant Gazprom said Thursday it planned to cut investment spending by a fifth next... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Energy Angola, Nigeria target higher oil output amid OPEC+ talks LONDON: African members of OPEC+ producer group Angola and Nigeria are aiming for higher oil output, officials told... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Lessons from IMF’s Country Report The International Monetary Fund (IMF) published on November 17, 2023 Country Report No. 23/370 titled Pakistan... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 06:34am
Managing public investment the mission-oriented way Two renowned intellectuals – Greece’s former finance minister Yanis Varoufakis, and columnist for Guardian ... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 06:37am
Letters Caretakers must not show political bias It is important to note that the US has sought to make it clear that it does not “favor” anyone for political... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Stocks FTSE 100 logs first gain in four as energy stocks advance LONDON: The UK’s FTSE 100 closed higher on Thursday as energy stocks gained, while investors parsed more economic... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Stocks European shares rise to fresh two-month peak PARIS: European shares rose on Thursday, supported by gains in energy stocks, while investors digested minutes of ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Stocks China stocks rise amid property support expectations SHANGHAI: China stocks rose on Thursday with property developers leading the gains amid news reports and ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Energy Major Gulf bourses dip on falling oil prices DUBAI: Major stock markets in the Gulf dropped on Thursday on falling oil prices after the postponing of an OPEC+... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Stocks Indian shares surrender gains as Cipla tumbles BENGALURU: Indian blue-chip indexes shed early gains to end flat on Thursday, as IT stocks pulled back after a ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Commodities Asia rice: Buyers favour cheaper Indian variety MUMBAI/HANOI /BANGKOK/BANGLADESH: Prices of parboiled rice exported from top hub India extended their rally this ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Energy Oil prices slip on concerns HOUSTON: Oil prices dipped about 1% on Thursday, extending losses on expectations that after OPEC+ might not deepen... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 115,145 tonnes of cargo comprising 44,448 tonnes of import cargo and 70,697... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Energy US natgas prices up on surprise storage draw NEW YORK: US natural gas futures climbed about 1% on Wednesday on a surprise storage withdrawal, forecasts for ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil futures down on weaker Dalian vegetable oils JAKARTA: Malaysian palm oil futures declined on Thursday after three consecutive sessions of gains as the contract... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Energy China oil demand growth likely to slow BEIJING: China’s oil demand growth is likely to ease in the first half of 2024 to around 4%, according to... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Commodities Gold up on weaker dollar BENGALURU: Gold prices edged up on Thursday as the US dollar ticked lower, but the bullion lacked the impetus to ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Commodities Copper rises as strong yuan supports Chinese demand LONDON: Copper prices rose in London on Thursday as the US currency weakened, supporting demand for the ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (November 23, 2023)... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Cotton & Textile Modest business on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Thursday remained steady and the trading volume remained low. Cotton Analyst... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Commodities Iron ore futures retreat BEIJING: Iron ore futures retreated on Thursday as intervention from authorities in top consumer China to curb the... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Wednesday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR 23.186... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
First-ever IT and ITeS export strategy unveiled Caretaker Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications says country has the potential of increasing the exports to $12-15 billion Updated 24 Nov, 2023 10:11am
FBR-Nadra body tasked to broaden tax base ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Thursday constituted a high-level technical committee of National... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 09:18am
Economic growth has to be backed by structural reforms: Shamshad ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Federal Minister for Finance Dr Shamshad Akhtar has said political and economic instability... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 09:44am
Energy Nepra approves Rs1.52 per unit surcharge on KE consumers ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved surcharge of Rs 1.52 per unit on KE... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 09:01am
Coal power project at Gwadar: Chinese firm shows ‘conditional’ willingness to commence work ISLAMABAD: Chinese firm, CIHC Pak Power Company (Pvt) Limited (CPPCL) is said to have shown willingness to commence... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 09:51am
Energy Oil firms face ‘moment of truth’ in climate crisis: IEA PARIS: Oil and gas firms will face a crucial choice at UN climate talks next week between contributing to the ... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Rabi: ECC allows import of urea on G2G tender basis ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has decided to allow import of 200KMT urea on... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 08:59am
Documented cigarette manufacturers, other sectors: FBR likely to increase prices of tax stamps ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is likely to increase the prices of tax stamps used by documented... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 09:20am
Alteration in PD’s draft summary on KE issues proposed ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Privatisation has proposed alteration in Power Division’s draft summary on K-Electric (KE)... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 08:59am
CPEC second phase: Minister, China’s envoy discuss ways to expand cooperation ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Minister of Commerce and Industries, Gohar Ijaz and Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong, met on... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 09:43am
Auto sector: Govt mulling revalidating import quotas of new entrants ISLAMABAD: The government is considering revalidating import quotas of new entrants till June, 30, 2023 in the light... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 09:42am
Bahria Town case: NBP directed to remit remittance amount to SC account ISLAMABAD: National Bank of Pakistan has been directed to remit the amount received in foreign remittance in the... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 09:00am
Commodities Farmers for increasing sugarcane support price to Rs500/maund LAHORE: Farmers have rejected the sugarcane support price of Rs400 per maund announced by the Punjab government for... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
PCJCCI, SECP hold seminar on ‘corporate compliance’ LAHORE: Pakistan China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) organized a seminar on “Corporate... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Industry Closure of businesses: Lahore businesspeople urge govt to reconsider its decision LAHORE: The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Thursday rejected the government decision to close businesses... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Money & Banking EFU Life, ABL Asset Management Co launches ‘Pension Investment Bundle’ KARACHI: ABL Asset Management Company has teamed up with EFU Life, a leading life insurance and family takaful... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Forex reserves drop by $217m KARACHI: The total liquid foreign reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) decreased by $ 217 million to $... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Industry TDAP holds seminar on textile industry KARACHI: The first of a series of seminars on “Standards & Circularity in Textiles” was held in TDAP Karachi... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Industry APSEA urges govt to halt axle load control regime KARACHI: The government faces a potential surge in terms of foreign exchange in fuel costs if it persists with its... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Taxes ‘Non-compliance’ with tax laws: SRB takes punitive action against restaurant chain KARACHI: The Sindh Revenue Board (SRB) on Thursday sealed two locations of the popular Red Apple restaurant chain... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
DOC meeting: it’s not money for nothing EDITORIAL: A Donors Coordination Committee (DOC) meeting was convened by the Caretaker Finance Minister with... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Gaza: the 4-day pause EDITORIAL: It says a lot that the 4-day pause agreed between Hamas and IDF (Israeli Defence Forces), brokered... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Commodities Gold prices fall KARACHI: Gold prices on Thursday lost some value on the local market, traders said. They declined by Rs 650 and Rs... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Companies HBL becomes signatory to UN Women Empowerment Principles KARACHI: HBL has become a signatory to the United Nations Women Empowerment Principles (WEPs), a set of seven... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Industry PLL seeks tenders for spot cargoes for Jan ISLAMABAD: Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL), a government subsidiary has issued a tender seeking a spot LNG cargo from the... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
MENA Startup founders: why this Pakistani couple moved to Dubai after setting up Metric Meenah Tariq and Omar Parvez Khan set up Metric in 2022 - an app that simplifies accounting and finance for... Updated 24 Nov, 2023 10:23am
Money & Banking Euro profits from better euro zone data; US market shut LONDON: The euro edged up on Thursday after data suggested the downturn in the euro zone economy may be starting to... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Money & Banking Indian rupee ends little changed MUMBAI: Broad losses in the dollar failed to aid the Indian rupee on Thursday as demand for the greenback from local... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
Money & Banking Asian FX rangebound as US data rekindles rate woes BENGALURU: Most Asian currencies and stocks steadied in thin holiday trade on Thursday, with the Philippine peso and... Published 24 Nov, 2023 05:29am
PIA privatisation: Blue World City refuses to match PC’s ‘minimum expectation’ of Rs85.03bn, sticks to Rs10bn offer
PIA privatisation: Blue World City refuses to match PC’s ‘minimum expectation’ of Rs85.03bn, sticks to Rs10bn offer
PIA privatisation: Blue World City refuses to match PC’s ‘minimum expectation’ of Rs85.03bn, sticks to Rs10bn offer