Resignation KARACHI: Pir Suleman Shah Rashdi, a civil servant of Information Group 28th CTP, has tendered his resignation from... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:18am
KUJ condemns attacks on press club, media houses KARACHI: Karachi Union of Journalists (KUJ) has strongly condemned an attack on National Press Club and media houses... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:15am
Vintage car show in Peshawar on 29th PESHAWAR: A Vintage and Classic Automotive Car Show under the auspices of the Directorate General of Sports Khyber... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:13am
Aseefa attends ‘Global Women’s Forum’ in Dubai KARACHI: Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, First Lady of Pakistan and member of the National Assembly, attended the Global... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:11am
MYC Sindh urges steps aimed at stemming bloodshed in Kurram KARACHI: Milli Yakjehti Council, Sindh (MYC Sindh) on Wednesday called for serious measures to stem sectarian... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:10am
Asia Rohingya ‘happy’ at ICC request for Myanmar junta chief warrant COX’S BAZAR, (Bangladesh): For Rohingya refugees who fled brutal violence in Myanmar, the announcement Wednesday... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:08am
Sharjeel assails PTI for holding demos on ‘sensitive’ occasions KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon stated that there is a time for differences and protests, but... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:06am
Fatalities during protest: SC rejects plea urging court to take suo moto ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court turned down the plea of AAG KP to take suo motu notice of the deaths that occurred... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:04am
Eight cases of May 9 riots: IK denied post-arrest bails by ATC LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Wednesday denied post arrest bails to PTI former chairman Imran Khan in... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:03am
‘While public stood firm, Baji ran away’: Azma LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has said that those who claimed to bring a revolution fled after... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:02am
Punjab to offer Rs1m per tractor subsidy to farmers LAHORE: In a groundbreaking move, the Punjab government has allocated an unprecedented Rs30 billion to offer a... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:01am
Punjab may witness 20pc cut in per acre potato yield LAHORE: Due to the current smog and fog conditions, the Punjab province is projected to experience a 20% reduction ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 08:00am
Mexico warns Trump tariffs would kill 400,000 US jobs MEXICO CITY: Mexican Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Wednesday that a 25% across-the-board tariff proposed ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:41am
Sindh CM says his govt committed to augmenting agrarian economy KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has said that his government is committed to augmenting the... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:40am
Asia China investigates defence minister for corruption BEIJING: Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun has been placed under investigation for corruption, a report said... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:28am
Sri Lanka kicks off much-delayed $12.5bn bond deal COLOMBO: Sri Lanka said Tuesday it would honour a deal secured by its predecessor to restructure $12.55 billion in... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:26am
South Asia BD arrests six after lawyer murdered in Hindu protests DHAKA: Bangladeshi police have arrested six people in connection with the murder of a lawyer during clashes between... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:24am
South Asia India suspends parliament proceedings again in row over US action on Adani NEW DELHI: India’s lower house of parliament suspended proceedings for a second day on Wednesday after disruptions... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:23am
Energy Saudi, Russia, Kazakhstan hold talks ahead of weekend OPEC+ meeting DUBAI/MOSCOW: Top OPEC+ ministers have held further talks ahead of the oil producer group’s weekend meeting to set... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:14am
Introducing pension reforms: Aurangzeb asks SECP to make concerted efforts ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb Wednesday directed the Securities and ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:12am
Industry PVMA chief highlights importance of trade deals with Belarus KARACHI: Chairman of the Pakistan Vanaspati Manufacturers Association (PVMA), Sheikh Umer Rehan, welcomed the visit... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:11am
Zeeshan made Commissioner SECP ISLAMABAD: The Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) welcomed Zeeshan Rehman Khattak as... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:10am
UN women launches #KoiJawaazNahi campaign KARACHI: UN Women Pakistan inaugurated its #KoiJawaazNahi (#No Excuse) advocacy campaign at Karachi University,... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:09am
Industry KWSB to allocate land to NKATI for building CETP KARACHI: Efforts by former Federal Minister and senior Pakistan People’s Party leader Dr Asim Hussain have borne... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:07am
Companies Faysal Bank wins top awards at IRBA 2024 KARACHI: Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank, received two prestigious awards at the 10th... Published 28 Nov, 2024 07:06am
Letters ‘Peaceful N-Programme: Attainment of SDGs’ This is apropos an article titled “Peaceful N-Programme: Attainment of SDGs” by Zamir Akram carried by the... Published 28 Nov, 2024 06:36am
Protecting the ‘brand’ Brand valuations are upward bound through the stratosphere in the realm of dollar 150 billion, 200 billion, 350... Published 28 Nov, 2024 06:27am
Singapore convention on mediation: SC suggests country should become signatory ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court recommended promoting efficiency in access to justice, saying Pakistan should become a... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 09:27am
SCBA demands Naqvi, Gandapur resign ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court Bar Association has demanded the resignation of Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
K-IV Project: Wapda chief reviews construction progress LAHORE: Chairman Wapda Engr Lt Gen Sajjad Ghani (r) visited the Greater Karachi Bulk Water Supply Scheme (K-IV) to... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Security forces, media workers not safe from 'Fitna Party': Azma LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has said that neither security forces nor media workers are safe... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
People advised not to resist snatching KARACHI: Chief CPLC (East zone), Abid Ozair has advised not to resist snatching because life is more important. He... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
NA speaker lauds promotion of religious pluralism in Russia ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq extolled the promotion of interfaith harmony and religious... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Governor raps Bushra for tarnishing women’s politics LAHORE: Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Khan has said that Bushra Bibi is tarnishing women’s politics. “I... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Experts urge govt to address UAE visa ban issue ISLAMABAD: Experts have urged the government to urgently address the visa ban imposed by the United Arab Emirates... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
‘Nawaz Sharif IT City’: CM approves setup of tier-four data centre LAHORE: Pakistan’s first Tier-Four Data Centre will be established in ‘Nawaz Sharif IT City’ and the Chief... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Illegal appointments case: ATC defers indictment of Elahi, others LAHORE: A special anti-corruption court on Wednesday deferred the indictment of PTI President and former Chief... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
US degree case: IHC dismisses petition challenging HEC letter ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) dismissed a petition challenging a letter of the Higher Education... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Islamabad hospitals say they received no corpse during protest ISLAMABAD: The leading health facilities of the federal capital, Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) and... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Nearly 1,000 protesters held: PTI claims hundreds of its supporters wounded ISLAMABAD: Authori-ties arrested nearly 1,000 supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan who stormed the... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Tarar asks how advanced weaponry reached protesters ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar raised serious concerns over the... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
ACC Men’s, Women’s Under-19 Asia Cup announced LAHORE: The Men’s National Selection Committee has named Ahmed Hussain as Mohammad Hassan Khan’s replacement for... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
‘W-category’: UAF degree programmes, departments listed FAISALABAD: The University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) has achieved another milestone as its several degree... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Wednesday (November 27, 2024) and the forecast for Thursday (November 28, 2024)... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
PMDC body meets to address issues facing medical education ISLAMABAD: The special committee constituted by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC), Wednesday, held its... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Belarusian President meets Nawaz, PM, others at Murree ISLAMABAD: Chief of the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Nawaz Sharif met with Belarusian President... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Protest to continue until IK asks us to stop it: Gandapur PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sardar Ali Amin Gandapur on Wednesday reiterated that the ongoing... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
PM says army helped govt ‘quell’ unrest ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday heaped praise on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 08:32am
Afghans can’t live in capital without NOC: Naqvi ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday rejected Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership’s claim... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Terrorism under guise of protest not tolerable, says IGP ISLAMABAD: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi on Wednesday said that every citizen has the right... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: The guy has consistently underperformed in the two hats “I am a firm believer in balance – without balance, things are a challenge.” “I am not sure which aspect of... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 06:42am
Writing on the wall The word ‘history’ is primarily associated with past connotations. However, in marked contrast, history is a... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 06:52am
Aspiring for a thriving automotive sector It was early morning, with the sweet sound of birds and the freshness of the air. After taking a bath, I opened the... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 06:46am
Stocks Nasdaq leads Wall St declines as tech stocks slump NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes fell on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq leading declines as technology stocks... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Stocks French blue-chips lead European stocks lower FRANKFURT: French stocks hit a more than three-month low on Wednesday as investors fretted about the fragile... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Stocks China, HK stocks rebound from recents lows HONG KONG: China and Hong Kong stocks rebounded from recent lows on Wednesday, as data showed a less sharp decline ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Stocks Nikkei ends lower on Trump’s tariff pledge TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average ended lower on Wednesday, with automakers leading the losses, amid concerns... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Wednesday (November 27, 2024).... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Wednesday (November 27, 2024). ====================================... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Stocks Capacity building, data sharing: PSX signs MoU with IBA Karachi KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) and the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Karachi have formalized... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Rates PSX: historic single-day rally KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Wednesday witnessed a remarkable recovery and recorded highest-ever single-day... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Energy SNGPL says will continue gas supply in winter LAHORE: SNGPL shall continue gas supply to the consumers during the winters particularly in the peak demand hours.... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Energy US natural gas prices drop NEW YORK: US natural gas futures fell about 5% on Wednesday on rising output and forecasts for less cold weather and... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Commodities Chicago wheat down on better supply outlook SINGAPORE: Chicago wheat futures slid on Wednesday, giving up gains from the previous session, pressured by ample... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port Trust KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 202,200 tonnes of cargo comprising 145,529 tonnes of import cargo and 56,671... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Commodities Gold climbs as dollar eases NEW YORK: Gold prices rebounded on Wednesday from a more than one-week low hit in the last session, supported by a... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Energy Oil little changed after surprise build in US gasoline stocks NEW YORK: Oil prices held steady on Wednesday as a large, surprise build in US gasoline stocks offset easing supply... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Tuesday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS and indices was recorded at PKR 31.722 billion... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Wednesday, (November 27, 2024)... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Cotton & Textile Firm trend on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Wednesday remained steady and the trading volume remained low. Cotton Analyst... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Wednesday (November 27, 2024). ======================== Open ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Wednesday (November 27, 2024).... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Tuesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Forex Currency values in terms of Special Drawing Rights WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund (IMF), treasuries' department's currency values in terms of Special... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Wednesday (November 27, 2024). ========================== ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Wednesday (November 27, 2024)... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Wednesday (November 27, 2024). =======================================... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Commodities Gold prices bounce back KARACHI: The local gold prices bounced back with some recovery on Wednesday following the global market’s ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Wednesday (November 27, 2024). ======================== Open ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Wednesday (November 27, 2024).... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Budgeted $9bn time deposits: EAD says country gets no amount in Jul-Oct FY25 Government budgeted $3 billion time deposit for the last fiscal year 2023-24 including $2 billion from Saudi Arabia and one billion from UAE Updated 28 Nov, 2024 02:38pm
Policy decisions: ECC concerned over delays in implementation ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Wednesday expressed concern over delays in... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 02:30pm
Sustained recovery expected: FD foresees Nov inflation to range between 5.8pc and 6.8pc ISLAMABAD: The Finance Division is anticipating sustained economic recovery in the ongoing fiscal year, inflation to... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 09:28am
Safety of workers, projects: China asks for targeted measures KARACHI: China firmly supports Pakistan’s efforts in combating terrorism and asks Pakistan to take targeted security... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 09:19am
Fed’s favoured inflation gauge ticks up in October WASHINGTON: US inflation — set to be a key issue for incoming president Donald Trump — accelerated slightly last... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
MoC asks provinces to prepare export growth roadmaps ISLAMABAD: The Commerce Ministry has asked provincial governments to start advance deliberations for the development... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 09:20am
MTBs cut-off yields sink to 2022 lows KARACHI: The cut-off yields of short-term government papers decreased up to 85bps in the auction held on Wednesday.... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 08:51am
Jul 1 to Nov 15: Record Rs880bn credit disbursed to private sector KARACHI: Banks are aggressively ramping up credit disbursement to the private sector, driven by a pressing need to... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 02:30pm
PM directs PPRA to remove non-performers ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) to remove... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 08:34am
FBR shares 46 sets of third-party data with IR field offices ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has shared 46 sets of third-party data with Inland Revenue (IR) field... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 02:38pm
Chinese General, COAS discuss regional security dynamics ISLAMABAD: General Zhang Youxia, Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC) of the People’s Republic ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Increasing exports EDITORIAL: Better late than never, so if the commerce ministry’s “brainstorming sessions” can really help... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 06:34am
PTI protest and its impact on economy EDITORIAL: The chaotic scenes witnessed in Islamabad on November 26, marked by clashes between PTI protesters and... Updated 28 Nov, 2024 06:31am
Money & Banking Dollar falls ahead of PCE price data NEW YORK: The US dollar eased almost across the board on Wednesday as investors waited for inflation data and... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Money & Banking Asian currencies ease slightly BENGALURU: The pressure on Asian currencies eased slightly on Wednesday after they slid in the previous session ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures strengthen SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures rose for a third straight session on Wednesday, reversing earlier losses, as... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Commodities Iron ore futures rise SINGAPORE: Prices of iron ore futures edged higher for the third straight session on Wednesday, as stronger steel... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Commodities Copper rises with weaker dollar LONDON: Copper prices rose on Wednesday with support from a weaker dollar and revived bets that top metals consumer... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am
Commodities Palm oil extends winning streak on output concerns KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures ended higher on Wednesday, extending a three-day winning streak, ... Published 28 Nov, 2024 05:45am