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Islamabad

Islamabad court extends Zahir Jaffer's physical remand

Accused was presented after completion of his three-day remand

Published 24 Jul, 2021 04:16pm

Pakistan

Regular troops deployed at all border crossings: DG ISPR

Says there is no organized terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan as a result of army's operations
Warns about the risk of sleeper cells in Balochistan

Updated 17 Jul, 2021 07:57pm

Pakistan

Chaudhry hints at breakthrough in govt-opposition talks on electoral reforms

Says introduction of EVMs to bring transparency in the electoral system
Federal cabinet also approves special allowance of 15 percent of the running basic pay for armed forces personnel of all ranks, adds information minister

Published 13 Jul, 2021 08:36pm

Pakistan

Islamabad police chief apprises PM on progress in couple harassment case

Informs PM about all the scientific methods being used to collect more evidence

Published 09 Jul, 2021 04:13pm

Pakistan

US leaving Afghanistan without strategy: Malik

ISLAMABAD: Chairman Institute of Research and Reforms Senator A. Rehman Malik Sunday said that Pakistan has made...

Published 05 Jul, 2021 04:57am

Opinion

An eyewitness account: Riding out the storm

The past midnight announcement at the Islamabad international airport on Saturday, June 26 informed the passengers ...

Published 04 Jul, 2021 03:41am

Pakistan

SAPM on health expresses concern over people flouting Covid SOPs

Dr Sultan says people are not following coronavirus SOPs in letter and spirit

Published 28 Jun, 2021 11:48am

Pakistan

PIA resumes flights to Canada

In the first phase, PIA will start three direct flights per week from Pakistan to Toronto

Published 22 Jun, 2021 04:02pm

Pakistan

4.4 magnitude earthquake rocks Islamabad, parts of K-P

Earthquake struck 25 kilometers southeast of Mingora in K-P, and had a depth of 20km

Published 17 Jun, 2021 08:10pm

Pakistan

Overseas Pakistanis protest in Islamabad, demand Pfizer vaccine

Want guidelines issued by NCOC to be changed

Updated 14 Jun, 2021 06:09pm

Technology

Technology Park to be built in Pakistan’s first STZ

The project is expected to create more than 5000 highly skilled jobs and generate over US$ 200 million of revenue

Published 02 Jun, 2021 12:44pm

Pakistan

Islamabad district administration to fine underage smokers

The district administration of the Islamabad Capitol Territory has decided to fine smokers under the age of 18 years.
This initiative is an extension of the “Islamabad model city project”, which aims to create awareness for the hazards of tobacco use in the general population.

Updated 29 May, 2021 03:56pm

Pakistan

Crime rate in capital city goes up

ISLAMABAD: Armed robbers and carjackers struck at over 57 different locations in the capital city depriving citizens...

Published 23 May, 2021 03:06am

Pakistan

Islamabad and Rawalpindi: Working class to resume routine jobs as Eid holidays end

ISLAMABAD: People of twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi were bracing to resume their jobs after enjoying nearly...

Published 17 May, 2021 06:14am

Pakistan

Islamabad to go into a week-long lockdown from May 8

A ban on all markets on Chaand Raat, including mehendi, jewellery and clothing stalls has been imposed.
All kinds of inter-provincial, intercity and intra city public transport will also be banned.

Updated 03 May, 2021 10:51am

Pakistan

Public hospitals in Islamabad halt scheduled surgeries to save oxygen

Surgeries were halted at CDA Hospital, NIRM, Government Services Hospital, PIMS, and Polyclinic.
The capital administration says the surgeries will remain suspended until further notification.

Updated 27 Apr, 2021 09:00pm

Pakistan

Rain is expected in KP, Punjab, Islamabad, Kashmir & GB

Dry weather is expected elsewhere in the country.

Published 22 Apr, 2021 05:06pm

Pakistan

PM says some religious, political parties ‘misusing’ Islam, vows campaign to prevent blasphemous acts

He said he had started a campaign that joined together heads of state of Muslim countries against blasphemy.
He said Pakistan was formed in the name of Islam, adding that no one should cast doubt about any other person as to how deeply he respected the Prophet (PBUH).

Published 19 Apr, 2021 01:36pm

Pakistan

Worst hit Rawalpindi district reports over 5,600 COVID-19 cases over past four weeks

395 people tested positive during the past 24 hours.
Rawalpindi reported as many as 5,687 new cases in the last four weeks along with 138 deaths.

Published 15 Apr, 2021 11:59am

World

IPRI holds webinar on “Deconstructing FATF through a Legal Lens”

On Wednesday, the Islamabad Policy Research Institute held a seminar on “Deconstructing FATF through a Legal Lens”, with a panel of distinguished speakers.

Updated 07 Apr, 2021 08:53pm

Pakistan

PM approves Sehat Card facility for Islamabad’s residents

This was announced by Minister for Planning and Development Asad Umar on Twitter.
Each family can get cashless indoor healthcare services up to Rs720,000 in a year.

Published 02 Apr, 2021 03:28pm

Pakistan

COVID hotspots: Smart lockdown imposed in Islamabad to curb spread of virus

Smart lockdown has been imposed in seven sub-sectors while a complete lockdown has been put in place in six areas including Bani Gala
Authorities have imposed Section 144 in Quetta for two weeks amid an increase in coronavirus cases

Published 29 Mar, 2021 12:35pm

Pakistan

Six frontline health workers test positive for COVID-19 in Islamabad

The health workers from District Health Office, whose identities were not revealed, have been diagnosed with the virus.
As per the DHO Islamabad, the infected staff is currently in self-isolation.

Updated 23 Mar, 2021 06:08pm

Pakistan

Holiday announced in Islamabad, Rawalpindi on March 25

Notifications have been issued by Deputy Commissioners of Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
On Monday, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) had said that the Pakistan Day parade — held every year on March 23 to mark the day Pakistan Resolution was passed — has been rescheduled.

Published 23 Mar, 2021 03:18pm

Pakistan

Fresh security plan for Islamabad unveiled

ISLAMABAD: Senior Superintendent of Police (Operations) Dr Syed Mustafa Tanveer here on Sunday finalised plan and...

Published 22 Mar, 2021 04:18am

Pakistan

Rain to continue in KP, Kashmir, GB, Islamabad

A strong westerly wave is affecting the western and central/upper parts of the country and may persist in upper parts till Wednesday(morning).

Published 21 Mar, 2021 08:59pm

Pakistan

More restrictions imposed in Islamabad amid surge in COVID-19 cases

As per the notification issued by the administration, the out-door dining facility will remain shut in the capital city after 10:00 pm.
Moreover, The markets, restaurants will remain completely shut on weekdays (Saturday and Sunday), while the grocery and medical stores will, however, remain open during the restricted period.

Updated 19 Mar, 2021 06:47pm

Pakistan

Plane carrying 0.5 mn doses of Chinese vaccine arrives in Pakistan

The Chinese vaccine will be shifted to the Expanded Programme on Immunisation’s (EPI) warehouse.
The firm will provide more jabs in phases.

Updated 17 Mar, 2021 04:49pm

Pakistan

COVID-19 positivity rate jumps up to 8.4% in Islamabad

The official said that about 5,260 tests were conducted in Islamabad during past 24 hours, out of which 443 came back positive.
Given the alarming numbers, the health official warned against the imposition of more smart lockdowns in the city.

Published 17 Mar, 2021 02:32pm

Pakistan

Pakistan ranked world’s second most polluted country: IQAir

20% of deaths in Pakistan have been attributable to the negative health impacts of air pollution exposure, IQAir said.
Lahore, has been ranked as the most polluted city with an AQI of 163.

Published 17 Mar, 2021 12:42pm

Gainers
Losers
Leaders

Stock	Price
Nazir Cotton / Jul 26 Nazir Cotton Mills Limited(NCML)	8.79 ▲ 0.89 (11.27%)
A. Shah Ghazi / Jul 26 Abdullah Shah Ghazi Sugar Mills Limited(AGSML)	10.58 ▲ 1.00 (10.44%)
Ghazi Fab. / Jul 26 Ghazi Fabrics International Limited(GFIL)	10.60 ▲ 1.00 (10.42%)
First UDL Mod. / Jul 26 First UDL Modaraba(FUDLM)	10.61 ▲ 1.00 (10.41%)
Ist Paramount / Jul 26 First Paramount Modaraba(FPRM)	5.33 ▲ 0.48 (9.90%)
First Tri-Star Mod. / Jul 26 First Tri-Star Modaraba(FTSM)	11.75 ▲ 1.00 (9.30%)
J.A.Textile / Jul 26 J.A. Textile Mills Limited(JATM)	12.88 ▲ 1.00 (8.42%)
Orient Rental Mod / Jul 26 Orient Rental Modaraba(ORM)	7.74 ▲ 0.59 (8.25%)
First AL-Noor Mod. / Jul 26 First Al-Noor Modaraba(FANM)	3.50 ▲ 0.25 (7.69%)
Arpak Int. / Jul 26 Arpak International Investments Ltd.(ARPAK)	70.12 ▲ 4.89 (7.50%)

Stock	Price
Habib Metro Mod / Jul 26 Habib Metro Modaraba(HMM)	7.10 ▲ -0.95 (-11.80%)
First Credit & Inv. / Jul 26 First Credit and Investment Bank Limited(FCIBL)	8.00 ▲ -1.00 (-11.11%)
Sui Northern / Jul 26 Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited(SNGP)	51.18 ▲ -5.07 (-9.01%)
PICIC Insurance / Jul 26 PICIC Insurance Limited(PIL)	1.65 ▲ -0.15 (-8.33%)
Quetta Textile / Jul 26 Quetta Textile Mills Limited(QUET)	11.03 ▲ -0.97 (-8.08%)
Shield Corp. / Jul 26 Shield Corporation Limited(SCL)	392.20 ▲ -31.80 (-7.50%)
Apna Microfin.Bank / Jul 26 Apna Microfinance Bank Limited(AMBL)	16.32 ▲ -1.32 (-7.48%)
Ashfaq Textile / Jul 26 Ashfaq Textile Mills Limited(ASHT)	23.30 ▲ -1.88 (-7.47%)
Wah-Noble / Jul 26 Wah Noble Chemicals Limited(WAHN)	310.00 ▲ -25.00 (-7.46%)
JS Global / Jul 26 JS Global Capital Limited(JSGCL)	110.17 ▲ -8.33 (-7.03%)

Stock	Volume
Worldcall / Jul 26 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	127,125,000 ▼ 0.00
Telecard Ltd. / Jul 26 Telecard Limited(TELE)	44,860,000 ▼ 0.00
TPL Corp / Jul 26 TPL Corp Limited(TPL)	17,361,000 ▼ 0.00
Al Shaheer Corp. / Jul 26 Al Shaheer Corporation Limited(ASC)	16,436,500 ▼ 0.00
Byco Petroleum / Jul 26 Byco Petroleum Pakistan Limited(BYCO)	13,198,000 ▼ 0.00
Nimir Resins / Jul 26 Nimir Resins Limited(NRSL)	9,194,000 ▼ 0.00
TRG Pakistan / Jul 26 TRG Pakistan Limited(TRG)	8,492,086 ▼ 0.00
Waves Singer / Jul 26 Waves Singer Pakistan Limited(WAVES)	8,289,000 ▼ 0.00
Pace (Pakistan) / Jul 26 Pace (Pakistan) Limited(PACE)	7,413,000 ▼ 0.00
Silkbank / Jul 26 Silkbank Limited(SILK)	7,108,000 ▼ 0.00

Markets →

Forex
World
Commodity

Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Jul 24	161.50
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Jul 24	161.40
USD to Japanese Yen / Jul 24	110.55
USD to Swiss Franc / Jul 24	0.92
Pound Sterling to USD / Jul 24	1.37
Euro to USD / Jul 24	1.18
UK LIBOR % / Jul 24	0.08

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Jul 24	4411.79
India Sensex / Jul 24	52975.80
Tokyo Nikkei / Jul 24	27548.00
Nasdaq / Jul 24	14836.99
Hang Seng / Jul 24	27321.98
FTSE 100 / Jul 24	7027.58
Dow Jones / Jul 24	35061.55
Germany DAX 30 / Jul 24	15669.29
France CAC40 / Jul 24	6568.32

Item	Value
Crude Oil / Jul 24	72.07
Karachi Cotton Assoc. / Jul 24	12880.00
Gold 10 Grams / Jul 24	93620.00
Gold Spot / Jul 24	1805.90
Cotton / Jul 24	89.66

Islamabad

Islamabad court extends Zahir Jaffer's physical remand

Regular troops deployed at all border crossings: DG ISPR

Chaudhry hints at breakthrough in govt-opposition talks on electoral reforms

Islamabad police chief apprises PM on progress in couple harassment case

US leaving Afghanistan without strategy: Malik

An eyewitness account: Riding out the storm

SAPM on health expresses concern over people flouting Covid SOPs

PIA resumes flights to Canada

4.4 magnitude earthquake rocks Islamabad, parts of K-P

Overseas Pakistanis protest in Islamabad, demand Pfizer vaccine

Technology Park to be built in Pakistan’s first STZ

Islamabad district administration to fine underage smokers

Crime rate in capital city goes up

Islamabad and Rawalpindi: Working class to resume routine jobs as Eid holidays end

Islamabad to go into a week-long lockdown from May 8

Public hospitals in Islamabad halt scheduled surgeries to save oxygen

Rain is expected in KP, Punjab, Islamabad, Kashmir & GB

PM says some religious, political parties ‘misusing’ Islam, vows campaign to prevent blasphemous acts

Worst hit Rawalpindi district reports over 5,600 COVID-19 cases over past four weeks

IPRI holds webinar on “Deconstructing FATF through a Legal Lens”

PM approves Sehat Card facility for Islamabad’s residents

COVID hotspots: Smart lockdown imposed in Islamabad to curb spread of virus

Six frontline health workers test positive for COVID-19 in Islamabad

Holiday announced in Islamabad, Rawalpindi on March 25

Fresh security plan for Islamabad unveiled

Rain to continue in KP, Kashmir, GB, Islamabad

More restrictions imposed in Islamabad amid surge in COVID-19 cases

Plane carrying 0.5 mn doses of Chinese vaccine arrives in Pakistan

COVID-19 positivity rate jumps up to 8.4% in Islamabad

Pakistan ranked world’s second most polluted country: IQAir

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