BR Research Allied Bank: Profit growth moderates Allied Bank Limited (ABL) posted its full-year financial results for CY24, declaring an interim cash dividend of... Published 06 Feb, 2025 08:30am
BR Research Petroleum sales in 7MFY25 Pakistan’s oil marketing companies (OMCs) witnessed a mixed performance in January 2025, with overall petroleum... Published 06 Feb, 2025 08:26am
BR Research Ghani Chemical Industries Limited Ghani Chemical Industries Limited (PSX: GCIL) was incorporated in Pakistan as a private limited company in 2015 and... Published 06 Feb, 2025 08:21am
Business & Finance Decline in inflation rate reflects improvement in economy: Nawaz LAHORE: Expressing optimism about the country’s economic outlook, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Punjab CM vows support to Kashmiris LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said that Pakistan will continue to provide diplomatic,... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Kashmir Solidarity Day: Maryam kindles ‘Shama-i-Azadi’ at Liberty Chowk LAHORE: The first-ever Kashmir Solidarity Day ceremony was held under the auspices of Information & Culture... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Widows, divorced women of South Punjab: Minister opens digital ballot of livestock assets distribution programme LAHORE: Punjab Minister for Livestock and Agriculture Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani formally inaugurated the digital... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Bilawal to be next PM, insists governor LAHORE: Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Khan said on Wednesday that Bilawal Bhutto will become the Prime... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan CM condoles death of Prince Karim Aga Khan LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif paid rich tribute to the social services of Prince Karim Aga Khan... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
World US aid agency places global staff on leave WASHINGTON: The US government’s giant humanitarian agency USAID on Tuesday announced it was placing its staff in the... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
World Second US judge blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship order GREENBELT, (Maryland): A federal judge in Maryland on Wednesday became the second one nationally to block Donald... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
World US military plane flies 104 illegal immigrants back to India AMRITSAR (India): A US military plane carrying 104 deported Indian illegal immigrants landed in India on Wednesday,... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
World China calls for cooperation with EU amid ‘global challenges’ BEIJING: China is willing to work with the European Union to boost cooperation and respond to “global challenges,”... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
World Modi takes ‘holy dips’ at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens NEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took holy dips in sacred river waters in the northern city of... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
World Nissan set to step back from merger with Honda TOKYO: Nissan looks set to step back from merger talks with rival Honda, two sources said on Wednesday, calling into... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
World Argentina to quit World Health Organization: presidency BUENOS AIRES: Argentina will pull out of the World Health Organization, President Javier Milei’s office said... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
World India’s finance ministry asks employees to avoid AI tools like ChatGPT, DeepSeek NEW DELHI: India’s finance ministry has asked its employees to avoid using AI tools including ChatGPT and DeepSeek... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Editorials FBR’s perspective EDITORIAL: The Chairman Federal Board of Revenue, Rashid Mahmood Langrial, defended the revenue shortfall during the... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Editorials Population growth EDITORIAL: According to UN’s latest World Fertility Report, Pakistan’s fertility rate has declined from six live... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan IHC to take up plea of PTI’s Shaheen today ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) will take up a petition of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shoaib... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan JI stages big rally to mark ‘Kashmir Solidarity Day’ KARACHI: Thousands on Sunday flooded New MA Jinnah Road in a massive rally to mark the Kashmir Solidarity Day,... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Kashmir is part of Pakistan: minister KARACHI: In connection with Kashmir Solidarity Day, rallies, events, and gatherings were organized to express... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Pakistan, Türkiye to boost collaboration in agriculture & livestock ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Türkiye on Wednesday agreed to boost collaboration in agriculture and livestock, the key... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Chawla Group officially brings Dongfeng EVs to Pakistan LAHORE: In a landmark move for Pakistan’s electric vehicle (EV) industry, Chawla Group, one of the country’s most... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Kashmir not just territorial dispute; it is matter of humanity, justice: VC GCUF FAISALABAD: Kashmir is not just a territorial dispute; it is a matter of humanity, justice, and the right to... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Aga Khan’s demise: PPP announces three-day mourning ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has announced a three-day period of mourning following the passing of... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Pakistan extends condolences over death of Prince Karim Aga Khan ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday extended deepest condolences at the passing away of Prince Karim Al-Hussaini Aga... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan IBA Karachi organises ‘Annual Career Fair 2025’ KARACHI: IBA Karachi proudly hosted its Annual Career Fair 2025, organised by the IBA Career Development Center... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan ‘Kashmir Solidarity Day’ observed: Pakistan’s unwavering support to Kashmir cause highlighted ISLAMABAD: The government and people of Pakistan observed the “Kashmir Solidarity Day”, expressing their firm... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Kashmir dispute: AJK President assails world community for maintaining silence ISLAMABAD: President Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Barrister Sultan Mahmood Chaudhry, Wednesday, while slamming... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Afghan nationals: UNHCR, IOM voice concern over relocation plan ISLAMABAD: The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have expressed... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Zardari visits memorial of Chinese national heroes BEIJING: President Asif Ali Zardari, who is in China, visited the memorial of Chinese national heroes in Beijing.... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan PM condoles demise of Prince Karim Aga Khan ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday expressed deep sorrow over the sad passing away of Prince... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Nawaz condoles demise of Aga Khan LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President and former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif here Wednesday... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan President condoles death of Aga Khan ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has expressed deep shock and sadness over the passing of Prince Karim Aga... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Sindh CM invites NORINCO Group to invest in his province BEIJING: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Wednesday invited the Chinese enterprises to visit Karachi and... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Murad-led team meets top executives of Chinese cos BEIJING: In a significant step toward economic cooperation, a high-level delegation from the Sindh government, led... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Sharjeel invites Chinese co to invest in e-bus manufacturing BEIJING: Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon met with a Chinese EV bus manufacturer in Beijing and invited them to... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan PM’s decision to operationalise Gwadar Port praised KARACHI: Faisal Dashti, Founding President of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, expressed gratitude for... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan KP decides to modernise UADAs, TMAs PESHAWAR: The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has decided to modernise the Urban Areas Development Authorities... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Print Housing sector: PM likely to approve package today ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to approve a package on Thursday (Feb 6) for the development of... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Print Erdogan to visit next week: Pakistan, Turkiye to expand SEF ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Turkiye are likely to expand Strategic Economic Framework (SEF) including Trade in Goods... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Print All set for BFC in Islamabad ISLAMABAD: Business Facilitation Centre (BFC) in Islamabad would connect multiple federal agencies including Federal... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Print Major expansion: Halan Bank pledges $10m investment KARACHI: With a commitment to expanding financial inclusion and addressing the evolving needs of individuals and... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan Kashmir integral to Pakistan’s destiny: JI LAHORE: Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman has declared that Kashmir is a tripartite issue, integral to... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
World NYT forecasts subscription revenue below estimates as competition grows NEW YORK: The New York Times forecast first-quarter subscription revenue growth below estimates on Wednesday,... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
World EU court upholds 320m euro rule-of-law fine for Poland WARSAW: The European Union’s top court on Wednesday upheld an EU fine on Poland over judicial reforms by its... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Print Malaysian parliamentary delegation arrives LAHORE: The arrival of international parliamentary delegations has commenced for the 1st Asia and Southeast Asia... Updated 06 Feb, 2025 08:36am
Print LG Act modifications: WB’s $304m ‘PRIDE’ may be restructured ISLAMABAD: The World Bank project, “Punjab Resource Improvement and Digital Effectiveness (PRIDE)” of worth $304... Updated 06 Feb, 2025 08:35am
Print President, Xi discuss CPEC 2.0 BEIJING: President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday met with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping here wherein two sides... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Print ‘Kashmir will be free one day and part of Pakistan’: COAS ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, during his visit to Muzaffarabad, Azad Jammu and... Updated 06 Feb, 2025 09:03am
Print Resolution of Kashmir dispute a must for peace: PM MUZAFFARABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that for the lasting peace and progress and prosperity... Updated 06 Feb, 2025 09:02am
Print SBP buys $3.8bn to shore up forex reserves KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has purchased nearly $4 billion from the domestic market in five months... Updated 06 Feb, 2025 08:35am
Print Prince Karim Aga Khan passes away LISBON, (Portugal): It is with great sadness that the Diwan of the Ismaili Imamat announces that His Highness Prince... Updated 06 Feb, 2025 08:35am
World Iran urges OPEC to unite against potential US oil sanctions DUBAI: Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian urged OPEC members to unite against possible US sanctions, after US... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
Pakistan The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Wednesday (February 05, 2025) and the forecast for Thursday (February 06, 2025)... Published 06 Feb, 2025 03:16am
World Ukraine’s Zelenskiy: U.S. military aid not cut, no talks on new packages yet Ukraine continues to receive military aid from the U.S., but there’s no discussion currently about any prospective... Published 05 Feb, 2025 11:24pm
World UK PM Starmer tells Canada’s Trudeau he welcomes global conversation on trade LONDON: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told his Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau in a call on Wednesday that... Published 05 Feb, 2025 11:19pm
World ‘We live or die here’: Gazans reject Trump proposal GAZA CITY: War-displaced Palestinians finally back to the Gaza Strip’s devastated north told AFP on Wednesday that... Published 05 Feb, 2025 10:58pm
World Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V named 50th imam of Ismailis Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V was named the 50th imam of Ismaili Muslims, following death of the 49th imam... Updated 05 Feb, 2025 10:48pm
Pakistan Pakistan, China sign MoUs to enhance cooperation in multiple fields Both sides agree to enhance intelligence sharing Updated 05 Feb, 2025 10:00pm
Markets Wall St slips as Alphabet, AMD forecasts fan AI payoff concerns Wall Street’s main indexes fell on Wednesday, as disappointing forecasts from Alphabet and AMD fueled investor... Published 05 Feb, 2025 09:01pm
Markets Jun-Oct 2024: SBP buys $3.8bn from market to increase FX reserves The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) purchased $3.8 billion from domestic foreign exchange (FX) markets from June to... Published 05 Feb, 2025 08:34pm
Markets Gold prices hit record high as investors move to safe-haven amid tariff war In Pakistan, gold price per tola reaches near Rs300,000 for first time in history Updated 05 Feb, 2025 08:49pm
Markets Most Gulf markets subdued as Trump’s Gaza remarks spark concerns Most Gulf stock markets ended subdued on Wednesday in the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump’s shock statement... Updated 05 Feb, 2025 10:28pm
World Qatar says it is too early to talk about Palestinian displacement WASHINGTON: Qatar, a mediator in Gaza ceasefire talks, said on Wednesday it was too early to talk about the... Updated 05 Feb, 2025 09:16pm
World Trump calls for work on new Iran nuclear deal to begin ‘immediately’ WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump called Wednesday for a “verified nuclear peace agreement” with Iran, after... Published 05 Feb, 2025 07:00pm
Sports India’s Rohit insists struggles ‘nothing new’ ahead of England ODIs NAGPUR: India skipper Rohit Sharma on Wednesday insisted his recent Test struggles were just part of the “ups and... Published 05 Feb, 2025 06:49pm
World Iran is willing to give Trump diplomacy ‘another chance’, senior Iranian official says DUBAI: Iran is ready to give the United States a chance to resolve disputes between the arch foes, a senior Iranian... Published 05 Feb, 2025 06:33pm
Sports Root to return for England in opening ODI against India England batsman Joe Root will make his first ODI appearance since 2023 after being named in the team to face India... Published 05 Feb, 2025 06:24pm
World UNHR on Trump’s Gaza plan: international law prohibits forcible transfer or deportations GENEVA: Any forcible transfer in or deportation of people from occupied territory breaches international law, the UN... Published 05 Feb, 2025 06:21pm
Business & Finance Workday to cut 1,750 jobs in AI push Workday said on Wednesday it will cut around 1,750 jobs, or 8.5% of its current workforce, as the human capital... Published 05 Feb, 2025 06:16pm
World Egypt calls for Gaza reconstruction ‘without Palestinians leaving’ CAIRO: Egypt called on Wednesday for the swift reconstruction of Gaza and said Palestinians should not have to leave... Published 05 Feb, 2025 05:25pm
World UK’s Lammy says Palestinians should ‘live and prosper’ in Gaza, West Bank KYIV, UKRAINE: UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Wednesday said that Palestinians should be able to “live and... Published 05 Feb, 2025 05:13pm
World Gaza ‘belongs to Palestinians’, Berlin says after Trump comments BERLIN: The Gaza Strip “belongs to the Palestinians”, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said on Wednesday... Published 05 Feb, 2025 05:09pm
World Hamas says Trump plan to take over Gaza will pour ‘oil on the fire’ CAIRO: Hamas on Wednesday condemned a proposal by US President Donald Trump to “take over” and “own” Gaza, saying it... Published 05 Feb, 2025 05:00pm
World CIA’s entire staff offered buyouts: report WASHINGTON: The US Central Intelligence Agency offered buyouts to its entire workforce on Tuesday, the Wall Street... Updated 05 Feb, 2025 10:54pm
Technology Google pledge against using AI for weapons vanishes SAN FRANCISCO: Google on Tuesday updated its principles when it comes to artificial intelligence, removing vows not... Published 05 Feb, 2025 04:45pm
World US military plane deporting Indian immigrants lands in India AMRITSAR: A U.S. military plane carrying illegal Indian immigrants landed in India’s northern city of Amritsar... Updated 05 Feb, 2025 10:03pm
Markets Indian shares inch lower as consumer stocks weigh on energy gains India’s equity benchmarks settled marginally lower on Wednesday, weighed by a drop in consumer stocks, while gains... Published 05 Feb, 2025 04:34pm
Markets Sri Lanka shares end lower as IT, real estate drag Sri Lankan shares closed lower on Wednesday, dragged by information technology and real estate stocks. The CSE... Published 05 Feb, 2025 04:30pm
Markets Copper gains while aluminium retreats on concern about more supply LONDON: Copper prices edged up to their highest in more than a week on Wednesday on a softer dollar while aluminium... Published 05 Feb, 2025 04:28pm
Markets Palm climbs on stronger Dalian oils, India demand optimism KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures settled higher on Wednesday, buoyed by stronger rival Dalian edible oils,... Published 05 Feb, 2025 04:24pm
Sports Six uncapped players named in South Africa ODI squad South Africa will take six uncapped players to Pakistan this week for their tri-series against the hosts and New... Published 05 Feb, 2025 04:22pm
World Trump’s Gaza plan ‘unacceptable’: Turkiye foreign minister ISTANBUL: Turkiye top diplomat on Wednesday lashed out at President Donald Trump’s proposal for the United States to... Published 05 Feb, 2025 03:07pm
World Palestinian leader ‘strongly rejects’ Trump proposal to take over Gaza RAMALLAH: Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas “strongly rejected” Wednesday his US counterpart Donald Trump’s... Published 05 Feb, 2025 03:04pm
Markets TotalEnergies’ Namibia project seen smaller, later than expected PARIS: French oil major TotalEnergies expects to take a final investment decision (FID) on its Namibian offshore oil... Published 05 Feb, 2025 02:20pm
Markets European shares flat as tech losses counter healthcare boost European shares were flat in early trade on Wednesday, as gains led by healthcare stocks following drugmaker Novo... Published 05 Feb, 2025 02:18pm
Life & Style Film ‘September 5’ offers new perspective on Olympic tragedy LONDON: Drama thriller “September 5” takes a new approach to tell the true story of the 1972 Munich Olympic... Published 05 Feb, 2025 02:14pm
Life & Style FireAid benefit donations for Los Angeles top $100 million LOS ANGELES: The star-studded FireAid benefit concerts brought in more than $100 million for immediate relief... Published 05 Feb, 2025 02:11pm
World Asteroid impact on moon blasted two grand canyons in 10 minutes WASHINGTON: The Grand Canyon in Arizona is one of Earth’s natural wonders, carved out over millions of years by the... Published 05 Feb, 2025 02:08pm
World One killed, five wounded in Ohio warehouse shooting Ohio Police were searching for a shooter who killed one person and wounded five others at a warehouse building in... Published 05 Feb, 2025 02:01pm
Technology India’s finance ministry asks employees to avoid AI tools like ChatGPT, DeepSeek NEW DELHI: India’s finance ministry has asked its employees to avoid using AI tools including ChatGPT and DeepSeek... Published 05 Feb, 2025 01:57pm
Markets JGB yields hit fresh multi-year highs as rising wages drive BOJ’s rate hike bets TOKYO: Japanese government bond (JGB) yields hit new multi-year highs on Wednesday after government data showed a... Published 05 Feb, 2025 01:53pm
Markets Shanghai copper eases on US-China trade tensions Shanghai copper prices eased on Wednesday on fears of an escalation in trade tensions between the United States and... Published 05 Feb, 2025 01:51pm
Markets Palm oil rises on stronger Dalian oils, India demand optimism KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures reversed early losses on Wednesday, supported by gains in rival Dalian... Published 05 Feb, 2025 01:49pm
World Trump in no hurry to talk to Xi amid new tariff war WASHINGTON/BEIJING: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he is in no hurry to speak to Chinese President Xi... Published 05 Feb, 2025 01:47pm
Business & Finance Credit Agricole tops estimates in Q4, aided by Amundi and trading PARIS: Credit Agricole SA, France’s second-biggest listed bank, exceeded quarterly earnings forecasts on Wednesday... Published 05 Feb, 2025 01:41pm
World China, on Trump proposing US takeover of Gaza, says it opposes forced transfer BEIJING: China opposes forced transfer targeting the people of Gaza Strip, the country’s foreign ministry said on... Published 05 Feb, 2025 01:39pm
Business & Finance Europe could need 230 extra LNG cargoes this year, Equinor CEO says LONDON: Europe will need around 230 additional cargoes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) this year compared to 2024 in... Published 05 Feb, 2025 01:38pm