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Inflows in govt's Roshan Digital Accounts cross $1.5 billion: PM

Says it is good news for SBP as the scheme achieves more milestones
Imran says the accounts and deposits have set new records since the $1-billion event two months ago

Updated 27 Jun, 2021 08:49pm

Pakistan

Punjab police close to arresting culprits behind Lahore blast, says Rashid

Interior minister adds 'Pakistan's enemies' resorting to 'terrorism' to derail country's progress
Statement comes a day after a bomb blast killed three people and injured 24 in Lahore's Johar Town

Updated 24 Jun, 2021 05:34pm

Pakistan

Lahore's underground water level has stopped falling for first time, says PM Khan

Imran praised Punjab government's water conservation policies
Says it was achieved through effective water recycling policies, new aquifer charges, underground rain storage, timed well pumping, and other targeted actions

Published 20 Jun, 2021 12:39pm

Pakistan

2.3m Covid vaccination jabs administered in a week: Umar

Says 332,877 people were administered Covid vaccine per day
At least 37 deaths and 1,050 new cases of coronavirus reported in the last 24 hours across the country

Updated 20 Jun, 2021 12:31pm

Pakistan

On-campus classes for grades six to eight to resume in Sindh on Tuesday

Provincial education minister says in case of further improvement, primary classes will begin from June 21
All staff of schools have to get vaccinated, adds Ghani

Updated 14 Jun, 2021 01:55pm

Pakistan

Strict legislation vital to counter fake news: Fawad

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Sunday said strict legislation is...

Published 07 Jun, 2021 03:34am

Pakistan

PM Imran lauds Chinese President Xi's efforts to combat climate change

Says President Xi’s message on World Environment Day 2021 hosted by Pakistan reflect our commitment to counter environmental degradation
PM had said that the world's richest countries have not done enough to combat global warming

Updated 06 Jun, 2021 03:51pm

Pakistan

PM grants approval to induct second batch of National Youth Council

SAPM Dar says the council will consist of youth from all the four provinces, Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan
Under the program, young people are added to the decision-making process at the national level and to work jointly with the provincial and federal governments

Updated 03 Jun, 2021 01:59pm

Pakistan

Pakistan sets new record as over 0.3 million people administered Covid jabs on May 29, tweets Umar

Says so far, seven million people have been administered coronavirus vaccine
Over 10 million people have registered themselves for the Covid vaccine: Minister

Updated 30 May, 2021 12:51pm

Pakistan

PM to launch health insurance scheme for seven Punjab districts in Layyah visit today

Usman Buzdar says the health card scheme would be available for seven districts of Dera Ghazi Khan and Sahiwal division
Under the scheme, 100 percent of families in DG Khan and Sahiwal would be provided Health Cards worth Rs720,000 per family

Updated 26 May, 2021 11:28am

Pakistan

COAS Bajwa, US defence secretary discuss regional security, Afghan peace process

Austin says the US desires to continue to work with Pakistan for regional security and stability
The US defense secretary reiterated his appreciation for Pakistan’s support for Afghanistan peace negotiations

Updated 25 May, 2021 01:22pm

Pakistan

Shafqat Mahmood tests positive for Covid-19

Minister says he is suffering from mild symptoms
Today, Pakistan reported the lowest number of coronavirus cases since March 14, taking the national tally to 905,852

Published 25 May, 2021 12:13pm

Pakistan

PM Khan to lay foundation of Mashkel to Naukundi Road project

Gill says the construction of the two-way road will cost Rs7 billion and its overall completion will take two years
Naukandi is a far-flung and underprivileged area of Balochistan: SAPM

Updated 20 May, 2021 12:40pm

Pakistan

UN President Bozkir to visit Pakistan from May 25 to 27

Bozkir will be received by President Arif Alvi, Prime Minister Imran Khan, and Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi
The N president's visit comes after the UNGA will hold an urgent meeting on May 20 to discuss the grave situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory

Published 18 May, 2021 11:04am

Pakistan

PM Imran says Pakistan stands with Gaza and Palestine, shares Chomsky's quote

At least 35 people were killed in Gaza in fierce clashes between Israel and Hamas
The OIC and Muslim leaders around the world condemned the brutal attack by Israeli forces in Gaza

Updated 12 May, 2021 12:23pm

Pakistan

COVID-19 vaccination registration for 30 years and above to kickstart on May 16

Minister says as vaccine supply continues to improve and vaccination capacity gets enhanced in all Federating units, we continue to expand the categories of those who are eligible to get vaccinated
The federal government has launched a digital portal for the registration through which a code is assigned to the person and then they can go to a designated vaccination center and get a jab

Published 12 May, 2021 10:52am

Technology

Twitter has got a new feature that lets you monetize your post

“Tip Jar is an easy way to support the incredible voices that make up the conversation on Twitter. This is a first step in our work to create new ways for people to receive and show support on Twitter – with money,” said Esther Crawford, a senior product manager at the company, on Twitter's blog.

Published 11 May, 2021 10:24am

Pakistan

Jammu and Kashmir is internationally recognized dispute on UNSC agenda, says Qureshi

FM says the final settlement of the dispute lies in the UN Security Council resolution calling for a free and impartial plebiscite
Jammu and Kashmir issue is not India's internal matter, says Qureshi

Published 10 May, 2021 11:14am

Pakistan

Sadiq Khan wins second term as London's Mayor

London Mayot says he will leave no stone unturned to get the city back on its feet
Sadiq Khan had criticized Brexit and successive Conservative prime ministers, including his mayoral predecessor Boris Johnson, as well as for a feud with former US President Donald Trump

Updated 09 May, 2021 10:19am

Pakistan

COVID crisis: Pakistan imposes complete travel ban on India, says information minister

Fawad says the ban has been in place since the third week of April and is being fully implemented
If the coronavirus situation did not improve, more drastic measures would be taken inside Pakistan and preparations are being made in this regard: Minister

Published 28 Apr, 2021 01:09pm

Pakistan

COVID vaccine registration for people over 40 years opens tomorrow

Umar says it has been decided to allow walk-in vaccination of all registered citizens of 50 plus age group
A few days ago, the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination started vaccination of senior citizens of age 50 to 59 years across the country

Published 26 Apr, 2021 12:36pm

Pakistan

Agreement between govt, TLP fully implemented, says information minister

Minister says a resolution has been tabled in the National Assembly by the government while the workers of banned TLP, who were arrested under the MPO Ordinance 1960, have been released
Protests by the activists of the banned religious party have ended in the country, says Fawad

Updated 23 Apr, 2021 12:21pm

Pakistan

Bakhtawar Bhutto tests positive for COVID-19, goes into isolation

Bakhtawar says she tested positive for Covid19 on April 2nd – isolating and recovering
Get vaccinated & help those less fortunate to get vaccinated too: Bakhtawar

Published 07 Apr, 2021 01:00pm

Pakistan

More than one million people vaccinated against COVID-19 in Pakistan: Umar

Minister says the total number of people registered so far is now over two million
Increased restrictions, broader lockdowns, and stronger enforcement of SOPs are starting to have an effect: Umar

Published 06 Apr, 2021 12:13pm

Pakistan

Number of critically ill COVID patients highest since virus outbreak, says Umar

Asad urged the public to take precautionary measures to curb the spread of the virus
The need for strong enforcement of SOPs is vital, says planning minister

Published 04 Apr, 2021 11:31am

Pakistan

PTI govt's policies on environment being recognised globally: PM

Govt's measures on green recovery programme from the Covid 19 pandemic and our climate action plan have been appreciated, says Imran
The PM also shared World Economic Forum’s video showing measures the government has taken to address a serious threat posed by climate change

Updated 14 Mar, 2021 03:13pm

Pakistan

PM nominates Mirza Afridi for deputy chairman Senate slot

Faraz says the premier nominated Afridi for Deputy Chairman post giving representation to Ex-FATA PTI member
The PM had also nominated Sadiq Sanjrani for the slot of Senate Chairman after consultation with party lawmakers

Published 11 Mar, 2021 03:37pm

Pakistan

COVID-19: Vaccination of people over 60 years to commence from March 10: Umar

Planning minister says vaccinations will be done in reverse order by age which means the oldest person who has registered will be vaccinated first
At least 0.5m doses had been handed over to Pakistan, out of which around 275,000 doses had been administered to health professionals dealing with Covid-19 patients

Published 07 Mar, 2021 02:39pm

FO optimistic about FATF moot prospects

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Friday expressed the hope for a positive outcome with regard to getting removed from the...

Published 13 Feb, 2021 04:11am

Industry showing strong growth, says Umar

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Asad Umar said the country’s large industry...

Published 13 Feb, 2021 04:11am

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786 Invest Ltd / Jun 27 786 Investments Limited(786)	4.99 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abbas Sugar / Jun 27 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	269.86 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / Jun 27 Agro Allianz Limited(AAL)	16.00 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / Jun 27 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / Jun 27 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	2.07 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / Jun 27 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	68.99 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / Jun 27 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	637.11 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / Jun 27 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Alfalah ETF. / Jun 27 Alfalah Consumer Index ETF.(ACIETF)	7.70 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Attock Cement / Jun 27 Attock Cement Pakistan Limited(ACPL)	69.85 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)

Stock	Price
786 Invest Ltd / Jun 27 786 Investments Limited(786)	4.99 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abbas Sugar / Jun 27 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	269.86 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / Jun 27 Agro Allianz Limited(AAL)	16.00 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / Jun 27 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / Jun 27 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	2.07 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / Jun 27 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	68.99 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / Jun 27 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	637.11 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / Jun 27 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Alfalah ETF. / Jun 27 Alfalah Consumer Index ETF.(ACIETF)	7.70 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Attock Cement / Jun 27 Attock Cement Pakistan Limited(ACPL)	69.85 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)

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USD PKR Interbank Selling / Jun 24	207.70
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Jun 24	207.50
USD to Japanese Yen / Jun 24	135.23
USD to Swiss Franc / Jun 24	0.96
Pound Sterling to USD / Jun 24	1.23
Euro to USD / Jun 24	1.06
UK LIBOR % / Jun 24	1.57

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S&P 500 / Jun 24	3911.74
India Sensex / Jun 24	52727.98
Tokyo Nikkei / Jun 24	26491.97
Nasdaq / Jun 24	11607.62
Hang Seng / Jun 24	21719.06
FTSE 100 / Jun 24	7208.81
Dow Jones / Jun 24	31500.68
Germany DAX 30 / Jun 24	13118.13
France CAC40 / Jun 24	6073.35

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Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Jun 24	107.62
Karachi Cotton PKR/37.32 KG / Jun 24	21180.00
Gold 10 Grams PKR / Jun 24	122300.00
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Jun 24	1826.88
Cotton US¢/pound / Jun 24	98.05

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