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Pakistan poised to become region’s transit hub: PM

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan Wednesday said Pakistan is poised to become the trade and transit hub for the...

Published 18 Mar, 2021 03:56am

Pakistan

Indus Water: Commissioners to meet in New Delhi on 23rd, 24th

ISLAMABAD: The Indus Water Commissioners of Pakistan and India are all set to meet in New Delhi on March 23-24 to...

Published 16 Mar, 2021 04:43am

Pakistan

Kashmiris suffer economic loss of over $5bn since military siege imposed on Aug 5, 2019: Envoy

He said Kashmiris had orchards of apples but they could not send out the produce to buyers.

Published 15 Mar, 2021 07:47pm

World

Indian police seize PIA balloon in IIOJK

An aircraft-shaped balloon with 'PIA' written on it landed in Sotra Chak village of Hiranagar sector yesterday (Tuesday) evening.
“The balloon was taken into custody by police: Jammu and Kashmir Police,” ANI reported.

Published 10 Mar, 2021 03:41pm

US will continue to work closely with the Pakistani authorities on shared interests: US State Department

US State Department Spokesperson Ned Price said that the US has important relations with Pakistan.
As the State Department, we continue to follow developments in Jammu and Kashmir closely. Our policy when it comes to – when it comes to it has not changed, the spokesperson said.

Updated 04 Mar, 2021 11:56am

BR Research

Talk about peace

Economy and security are intrinsically linked. So the economic observers, too, were taken by a positive surprise ...

Published 03 Mar, 2021 07:40am

Opinion

Deconstructing the Indo-Pak Ceasefire

Last month, India and Pakistan committed to abiding by the 2003 ceasefire agreement. The announcements were made...

Updated 02 Mar, 2021 03:14pm

Pakistan

LoC ceasefire restoration: PM says onus of creating enabling environment for further progress rests with India

The onus of creating an enabling environment for further progress rests with India, the PM said.
"India must take necessary steps to meet the long-standing demand & right of the Kashmiri people to self determination acc to UNSC resolutions," the PM tweeted.

Updated 27 Feb, 2021 10:28am

Pakistan

UN welcomes Pakistan, India's 'positive step' on LoC ceasefire

"The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is encouraged by the joint statement issued by the militaries of India and Pakistan on their agreement to observing the ceasefire at the Line of Control in Kashmir and engaging through established mechanisms," a statement said.
The President of the UN General Assembly, Volkan Bozkir, also welcomed the agreement between Pakistan and India, saying that this accord has set an example for others and demonstrates the General Assembly's value.

Published 26 Feb, 2021 11:47am

World

US welcomes Pakistan, India's joint statement on LoC ceasefire; urges two countries to hold direct talks on Kashmir

We encourage continued efforts to improve communication between the two sides and to reduce tensions and violence along the LoC, US State Department Spokesman Ned Price said.
"Pakistan is an important partner with whom we share many interests," the spokesman said.

Updated 26 Feb, 2021 11:25am

Pakistan

Pakistani, Indian DGMOs agree for strict observance of all agreements, cease firing along LoC, other sectors immediately

In the interest of achieving mutually beneficial peace, the two DGMOs agreed to address each other's core issues and concerns 'which have propensity to disturb the peace and lead to violence'.
The two sides also reiterated that existing mechanisms of hotline contact and border flag meetings will be utilised to resolve any unforeseen situation or misunderstanding.

Published 25 Feb, 2021 12:04pm

Pakistan

Pakistan calls on international community to play role to address systematic violence against women in IIOJK

The incidents of systematic violence and mass rapes in IIOJK have been documented by a number of independent Commissions, human rights organzations, global media and civil society organizations, including the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, the FO said.

Updated 23 Feb, 2021 02:12pm

Pakistan

We urge US to play its role for peace dialogue between Pakistan, India: Asad Majeed

“Pakistan is committed to a peaceful neighbourhood, the onus is now on India to create the right conditions. We urge the US to play its role,” Asad Majeed Khan said.
He also asked the Joe Biden administration to make a new approach to deal with a new and transformed Pakistan.

Published 22 Feb, 2021 11:52am

World

UN experts raise concern over India's move to enact laws in IIOJK that could discriminate Muslims, other minorities

“The number of successful applicants for domicile certificates that appear to be from outside Jammu and Kashmir raises concerns that demographic change on a linguistic, religious and ethnic basis is already underway,” the UN experts said.
The experts are in contact with the Indian government on this matter.

Published 19 Feb, 2021 02:42pm

Pakistan

Pakistan urges India to allow UN, OHCHR, OIC, int’l media to visit IIOJ&K

“Such guided tours are a smokescreen, aimed at diverting international attention from India’s egregious human rights violations in IOK and creating a false impression of normalcy.”
He said the visit means nothing in the absence of access to all the areas and free interaction with the Kashmiri people and the civil society in an atmosphere free of intimidation.

Published 18 Feb, 2021 07:30pm

World

Diplomats check India's easing of Kashmir clampdown

Despite the government’s desire to showcase normalcy, several roads were deserted and markets were partially shut because of a security clampdown
Tens of thousands of people have been killed in an uprising against Indian rule in Muslim-majority Kashmir that started in 1989, but violence has slowed in recent months.

Published 18 Feb, 2021 02:11pm

Pakistan

UNSC must utilize its mechanisms to promote political solutions to long-standing disputes: Munir Akram

He said it is another matter that the international community, including the Security Council, has been unable to find political solutions to several long-standing disputes such as Jammu and Kashmir.
UN peacekeeping has so far not been used to impose peace; but rather to help preserve peace and foster conditions for the political resolution of the underlying conflicts and disputes,” Akram said.

Updated 16 Feb, 2021 10:41am

Pakistan

JKNC condemns confinement of party stalwarts in IIOJK

MIRPUR (AJK): In Indian-Illegally Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJ&K), the Jammu & Kashmir National...

Published 15 Feb, 2021 04:53am

Pakistan

Pakistan 'disappointed' over US's ‘India’s Jammu & Kashmir' statement; terms the reference inconsistent with UNSC’s resolutions

FO said that the reference is inconsistent with the disputed status of Jammu and Kashmir as recognized by numerous United Nations Security Council resolutions and the international community.
Earlier, US State Department welcomed the resumption of 4G mobile internet in 'India's Jammu & Kashmir'.

Published 12 Feb, 2021 12:58pm

Pakistan

Pakistan to continue supporting Kashmiris: JCSC meeting

JCSC reviewed the country's coronavirus situation and lauded NCOC for its efforts.
Top officials discussed the Army's operational preparedness, regional security, Kashmir, and forces' fight against terrorism.

Published 11 Feb, 2021 09:01pm

World

‘There has been no change in US policy in the region,’ clarifies State Dept on its ‘India’s Jammu & Kashmir' statement

Earlier, US State Department welcomed the resumption of 4G mobile internet in 'India's Jammu & Kashmir'.
“I want to be very clear, there has been no change in US policy in the region,” said State Department spokesperson Ned Price.

Updated 11 Feb, 2021 01:19pm

World

U.S State Department "welcomes" resumption of internet services in Occupied Kashmir

The U.S State Department's Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs welcomed the resumption of 4G internet services in Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, which was in a blackout since the past 550 days.
While the international community has rejoiced over the news of an end to the government-mandated shutdown, research has shown the extent of economic damage to the semi-autonomous state caused by the blackout.

Updated 10 Feb, 2021 08:49pm

World

New York Assembly resolution marks February 5th as "Kashmir American Day"

The New York State Assembly has passed a resolution, calling on Governor Andrew Cuomo to declare the 5th of February as the Kashmir American Day.
The Assembly's move has been met with the ire of Indian officials, citing their "concern" with regards to the attempts being made by "vested interests" to misrepresent Jammu and Kashmir's rich socio-cultural heritage.

Updated 08 Feb, 2021 04:11pm

Pakistan

Kashmiris will succeed in struggle for right to self-determination: PM

He said the international community is fully aware of the atrocities being perpetrated in IIOJK.

Published 06 Feb, 2021 06:28pm

World

New York becomes first state in US to proclaim February 5 as Kashmir Day

The New York State Assembly marked February 5 as Kashmir Day by adopting a resolution by a voice vote.
"The State of New York endeavours to champion human rights including the freedom of religion, movement, and expression for all Kashmiri people," the resolution said.

Published 06 Feb, 2021 02:27pm

Pakistan

There is no change in Pakistan's principled stand on Kashmir issue, clarifies FO following PM's statement

The FO issued this statement following PM's statement that Pakistan will allow the Kashmiris to decide between choosing to join Pakistan or remaining independent even after they vote in favour of Pakistan.
"Pakistan remains firmly committed to the resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute through free and impartial plebiscite under the UN auspices as enshrined in the relevant UNSC resolutions," FO added.

Updated 06 Feb, 2021 12:58pm

Pakistan

Tribesmen hold Kashmir solidarity rallies in Landi Kotal

PESHAWAR: In connection with Kashmir Day, political, social groups, tribal elders and civil administration held...

Published 06 Feb, 2021 04:06am

Pakistan

Murad urges int'l community to become voice of oppressed people of Kashmir

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has said that the Indian authorities have imposed the longest...

Published 06 Feb, 2021 04:06am

Qureshi writes to UN about IIOJK situation

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi Friday wrote a letter to UN Security Council (UNSC) president and ...

Published 06 Feb, 2021 04:06am

Pakistan

Kashmir Solidarity Day: Hyderabad DC calls for implementation of resolution passed by UN

HYDERABAD: People of Pakistan to remind the world at large to play the role in ensuring the implementation of the...

Published 06 Feb, 2021 04:06am

Forex
World
Commodity

Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Apr 22	278.53
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Apr 22	278.33
USD to Japanese Yen / Apr 22	154.79
USD to Swiss Franc / Apr 22	0.91
Pound Sterling to USD / Apr 22	1.23
Euro to USD / Apr 22	1.07

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Apr 22	5010.60
India Sensex / Apr 22	73648.62
Tokyo Nikkei / Apr 22	37438.61
Nasdaq / Apr 22	15451.31
Hang Seng / Apr 22	16511.69
FTSE 100 / Apr 22	8023.87
Dow Jones / Apr 22	38239.98
Germany DAX 30 / Apr 22	17860.80

Item	Value
Karachi Cotton PKR/37.32 KG / Apr 19	21035
Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Apr 22	82.42
Gold 10 Grams PKR / Apr 22	213220
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Apr 22	2328.37
Cotton US¢/pound / Apr 22	82.42
Petrol/Litre / Apr 23	293.94

Gainers
Losers
Leaders

Stock	Price
786 Invest Ltd / Apr 23 786 Investments Limited(786)	5 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abbas Sugar / Apr 23 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	585 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / Apr 23 Agro Allianz Limited(AAL)	16 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / Apr 23 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / Apr 23 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	2.07 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / Apr 23 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	87.10 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / Apr 23 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	499.34 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / Apr 23 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Alfalah ETF. / Apr 23 Alfalah Consumer Index ETF.(ACIETF)	9.84 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)

Stock	Price
786 Invest Ltd / Apr 23 786 Investments Limited(786)	5 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abbas Sugar / Apr 23 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	585 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / Apr 23 Agro Allianz Limited(AAL)	16 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / Apr 23 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / Apr 23 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	2.07 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / Apr 23 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	87.10 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / Apr 23 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	499.34 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / Apr 23 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Alfalah ETF. / Apr 23 Alfalah Consumer Index ETF.(ACIETF)	9.84 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)

Stock	Volume
P.I.A.C.(A) / Apr 23 Pakistan International Airlines Corp(PIAA)	47,200,500 ▲ 0.00
Cnergyico PK / Apr 23 Cnergyico PK Limited(CNERGY)	29,719,327 ▲ 0.00
Pak Petroleum / Apr 23 Pakistan Petroleum Limited(PPL)	21,170,581 ▲ 0.00
Pak Refinery / Apr 23 Pakistan Refinery Limited(PRL)	16,965,134 ▲ 0.00
The Searle Co. / Apr 23 The Searle Company Limited(SEARL)	15,793,227 ▲ 0.00
P.T.C.L. / Apr 23 Pakistan Telecommunication Company Ltd(PTC)	15,054,641 ▲ 0.00
K-Electric Ltd. / Apr 23 K-Electric Limited(KEL)	14,145,556 ▲ 0.00
WorldCall Telecom / Apr 23 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	13,158,668 ▲ 0.00
Telecard Limited / Apr 23 Telecard Limited(TELE)	12,358,668 ▲ 0.00

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