Markets Tech stocks drag on S&P 500, Nasdaq after inflation data The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq edged lower on Wednesday, weighed by a decline in technology stocks, while investors... Published 27 Nov, 2024 09:05pm
Pakistan Pakistan, Korea conduct joint passage exercise in North Arabian Sea Pakistan Navy ship PNS Zulfiquar conducted a Passage Exercise with Republic of Korea Navy ship Wang Geon in the... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:47pm
Pakistan No protester killed during LEAs operation against PTI sit-in: interior ministry One police official, three Rangers personnel martyred in Rawalpindi, Islamabad during clashes with PTI, ministry says Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:37pm
Life & Style What to watch this December: ‘No Good Deed’, ‘Black Doves’, ‘Nutcrackers’ As winter and with it the merry season finally arrives, a slew of new programming is also set to debut across... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:04pm
Markets Most Gulf bourses in red ahead of US inflation data Most stock markets in the Gulf ended lower on Wednesday as investors awaited key inflation data from the world’s... Published 27 Nov, 2024 07:34pm
World Former Conservative leader William Hague appointed Oxford University chancellor LONDON: William Hague, a former British foreign minister and onetime leader of the Conservative Party, was elected... Published 27 Nov, 2024 07:31pm
Pakistan Tribal clashes in Kurram district leave 89 dead in a week: local official PESHAWAR: Gunfights between feuding communities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s (KP) Kurram district continued on Wednesday,... Updated 27 Nov, 2024 07:53pm
World Netanyahu covered by ICC ‘immunity’ provisions: France PARIS: Provisions for immunity from prosecution at the International Criminal Court apply to Israeli Prime Minister... Published 27 Nov, 2024 06:05pm
World Iran welcomes end of Israel ‘aggression’ in Lebanon TEHRAN: Iran welcomed the end of Israel’s “aggression” in Lebanon, after a ceasefire came into force on Wednesday... Published 27 Nov, 2024 05:58pm
World Hamas says ‘ready’ for Gaza truce after Lebanon ceasefire GAZA CITY: Hamas is ready to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, a senior official in Hamas said Wednesday, hailing... Published 27 Nov, 2024 05:49pm
Life & Style Tokyo debuts hand-built concrete tower TOKYO: Passers-by stop and stare at the ramshackle, hand-built concrete tower that looks like it has been lifted... Published 27 Nov, 2024 05:38pm
World Israel, Hezbollah ceasefire holds in first hours, Lebanese civilians return to south BEIRUT: A ceasefire between Israel and Lebanese armed group Hezbollah held on Wednesday after both sides accepted an... Updated 27 Nov, 2024 05:47pm
World Erdogan says Turkiye ready to help with ceasefire in Gaza ANKARA: President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that Turkiye was ready to help in any way possible to establish a... Published 27 Nov, 2024 05:08pm
World UAE president launches energy investment firm XRG DUBAI: United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday launched XRG, an investment... Published 27 Nov, 2024 05:02pm
Markets India shares end higher led by Adani stocks Indian shares ended higher on Wednesday, led by a rebound in Adani Group stocks after its subsidiary, Adani Green,... Published 27 Nov, 2024 04:56pm
Markets Sri Lanka shares end higher after central bank eases policy with new single benchmark rate CSE All Share index settled 0.7% higher at 13,049.83 Published 27 Nov, 2024 04:54pm
Markets Copper rises with weaker dollar, revived bets on China stimulus LONDON: Copper prices rose on Wednesday with support from a weaker dollar and revived bets that top metals consumer... Published 27 Nov, 2024 04:52pm
Markets Palm extends winning streak on output concerns KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures ended higher on Wednesday, extending a three-day winning streak,... Published 27 Nov, 2024 04:49pm
Pakistan Pakistan inflation to ease further in November 2024, says Ministry of Finance In its ‘Monthly Economic Update and Outlook’, the ministry says fiscal consolidation and contained inflation will provide impetus to economic activities in the coming months Updated 27 Nov, 2024 08:42pm
Markets Gold price per tola increases Rs1,600 in Pakistan After declining in the previous two sessions, gold prices in Pakistan registered gains on Wednesday in line with... Updated 27 Nov, 2024 09:29pm
Pakistan ‘Enough is enough’: IG Islamabad says will not allow ‘terrorism under the guise of protest’ After the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) called off its protest “for the time being”, Inspector General of Police... Updated 27 Nov, 2024 09:27pm
World Israeli strikes on Gaza Strip leave 15 dead, medics say CAIRO: Israeli military strikes across the Gaza Strip killed 15 people on Wednesday, some of them in a school... Published 27 Nov, 2024 02:56pm
Markets South African rand recoups some losses against dollar JOHANNESBURG: South Africa’s rand recouped some losses on Wednesday, as the dollar eased slightly ahead of a US... Published 27 Nov, 2024 02:51pm
World Emirates Airline says ‘wings clipped’ by Boeing delays DUBAI: Emirates Airline is a “frustrated entity” because of a lack of planes, the carrier’s president said on... Published 27 Nov, 2024 02:48pm
World In India and Pakistan, a shared blight: smog Air pollution reached its highest level in five years in Lahore in mid-November. Here’s why. Pakistan’s... Published 27 Nov, 2024 02:36pm
World Hamas official says group ‘appreciates’ Lebanon’s right to reach agreement CAIRO: Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri said on Wednesday the group “appreciates” Lebanon’s right to reach an agreement... Published 27 Nov, 2024 02:16pm
Pakistan China commends Pakistan Army’s resolve in ongoing counter-terrorism efforts China's Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission General Zhang Youxia meets COAS Asim Munir Updated 27 Nov, 2024 07:53pm
Markets European shares slip amid Trump tariff woes, French lenders drop Europe’s STOXX 600 dipped at the open on Wednesday, with automobile shares yet again feeling the heat from Trump’s... Published 27 Nov, 2024 02:11pm
Markets Ugandan shilling little-changed; to gain due to remittances KAMPALA: The Ugandan shilling was little-changed against the dollar on Wednesday, and was expected to gain some... Published 27 Nov, 2024 02:09pm
World Adani Group says it lost nearly $55bn as US charges sparked rout NEW DELHI: India’s Adani Group conglomerate said Wednesday it had lost almost $55 billion in a stock market rout... Published 27 Nov, 2024 02:05pm
Markets Markets gain ahead of US inflation data Most stock markets in the Gulf rose in early trading on Wednesday, as investors’ focus shifted to key inflation data... Published 27 Nov, 2024 01:38pm
Life & Style Rod Stewart to play legends slot at Glastonbury next year LONDON: Rocker Rod Stewart will play the legends slot at Glastonbury 2025, the first act confirmed for next year’s... Published 27 Nov, 2024 01:32pm
Life & Style ‘Moana 2’ rides musical wave of Pacific culture and creativity KAPOLEI: For Auli’i Cravalho, returning for the Walt Disney, opens new tab sequel film ’Moana 2“ was a Hawaiian... Published 27 Nov, 2024 01:28pm
Sports Man City blow 3-0 lead to extend winless run in Feyenoord thriller MANCHESTER: Manchester City blew a 3-0 lead to draw 3-3 against Feyenoord in a Champions League thriller on Tuesday... Published 27 Nov, 2024 01:12pm
Life & Style ‘American Railroad’ musical project showcases untold immigrant stories NEW YORK: The Grammy- and Pulitzer-winning artist Rhiannon Giddens has long made music that sheds light on America’s... Published 27 Nov, 2024 01:08pm
Sports New Zealand pace bowler Smith to make debut in first England Test CHRISTCHURCH: New Zealand put their historic 3-0 series win in India behind them Wednesday as they selected pace... Published 27 Nov, 2024 01:01pm
Sports Indian protest wrestler given four-year ban for avoiding dope test NEW DELHI: Indian Olympic medal-winning wrestler Bajrang Punia, who took part in headline-grabbing protests last... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:54pm
World China says ‘welcomes’ ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon BEIJING: China said Wednesday it welcomed a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, after more... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:44pm
Business & Finance EasyJet annual profit rises 40% on package holidays LONDON: British no-frills airline EasyJet on Wednesday reported a 40-percent rise in annual net profit on strong... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:40pm
World Gautam Adani faces charges for securities law violations, Adani Green says BENGALURU: Indian billionaire Gautam Adani has been charged in the United States for alleged securities law... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:32pm
World Indian parliament suspended again in row over US accusations against Adani NEW DELHI: India’s lower house of parliament suspended proceedings for a second day on Wednesday after disruption by... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:27pm
Markets Gold trades in tight range ahead of US inflation data Gold prices flitted within a narrow range on Wednesday as investors awaited key US inflation data for insights into... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:20pm
World Three wounded in Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv, officials say A Russian drone attack on Kyiv wounded three people, two of whom were hospitalised, officials in the Ukrainian... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:16pm
Markets China’s yuan eases as industrial profits extend decline SHANGHAI: China’s yuan eased against the US dollar on Wednesday, hovering near a 4-month-low, as the country’s... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:10pm
World Malaysia drops 1MDB-linked charges against ex-PM Najib, treasury official, reports say KUALA LUMPUR: A Malaysian court on Wednesday allowed corruption charges linked to the 1MDB scandal filed against... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:08pm
Business & Finance Thai Airways seeks to raise up to $1.27bn to exit restructuring plan BANGKOK: Thai Airways International is planning to raise as much as 44 billion baht ($1.27 billion) by issuing 9.82... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:06pm
Markets Copper trades in narrow range with traders eyeing fresh catalyst Copper prices edged up on Wednesday supported by a softer dollar but were confined to a narrow range with market... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:03pm
Markets Wheat falls on better supply outlook; soy, corn edge higher SINGAPORE: Chicago wheat futures slid on Wednesday, giving up gains from the previous session, pressured by ample... Published 27 Nov, 2024 12:00pm
Sports Frustrated Enrique remains hopeful for PSG’s progress in Champions League Paris St Germain coach Luis Enrique was left frustrated after Tuesday’s 1-0 loss at Bayern Munich in the Champions... Published 27 Nov, 2024 11:58am
World Turkiye scales down $23bn F-16 jet deal with US, minister says ANKARA: Turkiye has reduced its planned $23 billion acquisition of an F-16 fighter jet package from the United... Published 27 Nov, 2024 11:50am
World Russia says it destroys 22 Ukrainian drones overnight Russian air defence systems destroyed 22 Ukrainian drones overnight, Russia’s defence ministry said on Wednesday.... Published 27 Nov, 2024 11:39am
Markets OPEC+ production cuts may support oil prices in near term, Goldman Sachs says Crude production from Iraq, Kazakhstan, and Russia has declined in compliance with OPEC+ production cuts, supporting... Published 27 Nov, 2024 11:34am
Markets China, Hong Kong stocks rebound as industrial profit declines narrow, renewed stimulus bets HONG KONG: China and Hong Kong stocks rebounded from recent lows on Wednesday, as latest data showed that declines... Published 27 Nov, 2024 11:32am
Sports England know what they’re doing with Bethell selection, says captain Stokes Ben Stokes said he can understand why some people may have concerns about handing Jacob Bethell his Test debut at... Published 27 Nov, 2024 11:28am
Business & Finance IMF sees Thai GDP growth at 2.7% this year, 2.9% in 2025 BANGKOK: Thailand’s economic growth is projected at 2.7% this year and 2.9% next year, reflecting planned fiscal... Published 27 Nov, 2024 11:26am
Technology BYD says it sets negotiable price cut targets for suppliers BEIJING: An executive from BYD said on Wednesday the Chinese automaker sets price reduction targets for suppliers... Published 27 Nov, 2024 11:21am
World Russia may lift gasoline export ban for two months, Kommersant reports MOSCOW: Russia may lift its ban on gasoline exports from refineries for two months - from Dec. 1 to Jan. 31, the... Published 27 Nov, 2024 11:19am
Technology OpenAI allows employees to sell $1.5 bln stock to SoftBank, CNBC reports ChatGPT-owner OpenAI is allowing its employees to sell roughly $1.5 billion worth of shares in a new tender offer to... Published 27 Nov, 2024 11:17am
Markets PPL records significant boost in hydrocarbon production Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) has registered a notable increase in hydrocarbon production from its wells located... Updated 27 Nov, 2024 07:44pm
World Israeli strikes hit north Lebanon crossings with Syria for first time, minister says BEIRUT: Israeli strikes late on Tuesday targeted Lebanon’s three northern border crossings with Syria for the first... Published 27 Nov, 2024 11:15am
Business & Finance In careful protest, China Evergrande’s investors press for action SHENZHEN/HONG KONG: Hundreds of Chinese investors who lost savings in the collapse of China Evergrande launched a... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:59am
World China state media warn Trump against mutually destructive tariff war BEIJING: China’s state media warned US President-elect Donald Trump his pledge to slap additional tariffs on Chinese... Updated 27 Nov, 2024 05:56pm
Markets Australian shares gain, boosted by banks, gold stocks; local inflation data awaited Australian shares climbed on Wednesday, boosted by financials and gold stocks ahead of the local inflation print,... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:50am
World FAA will not require immediate 737 MAX engine action after bird strikes WASHINGTON: The Federal Aviation Administration said on Tuesday it will not require any immediate action after... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:36am
Markets Rupee registers marginal decline against US dollar Currency settles at 277.96 against US dollar in inter-bank market Updated 27 Nov, 2024 05:36pm
Markets Iron ore rises as firmer steel output offsets soft China data SINGAPORE: Prices of iron ore futures edged higher for the third straight session on Wednesday, as stronger steel... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:35am
Markets Palm up on stronger rival Dalian oils, weak Chicago soyoil limits gains KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures inched higher on Wednesday for the third consecutive session, tracking... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:34am
World Sri Lanka eases monetary policy, sets new single benchmark rate COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s central bank set a new single policy rate of 8% on Wednesday, easing monetary settings below... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:32am
Technology Taiwan’s Foxconn says global manufacturing footprint to shield it from Trump’s tariffs TAIPEI: Taiwan’s Foxconn said on Wednesday it expects any impact of new tariffs from US President-elect Donald Trump... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:27am
Markets Asian stocks weak amid Trump tariff worries; yen firm TOKYO: Asian stocks were heavy on Wednesday as investors fretted over what countries could be targeted for tariffs... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:24am
Markets Japan’s Nikkei falls on Trump’s tariff pledge, stronger yen TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average fell on Wednesday, with automakers leading the losses, amid concerns about the... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:23am
Markets Indian rupee weighed down by heavy dollar demand for currency futures expiry MUMBAI: The Indian rupee weakened on Wednesday, pressured by strong demand for the US dollar from public sector... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:21am
Markets India bond yields may nudge higher; US inflation data awaited MUMBAI: Indian government bond yields may inch up on Wednesday, tracking a slight uptick in US rates ahead of key... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:20am
Markets Indian shares set for muted open; Adani Group stocks in focus Indian shares are set for a muted start on Wednesday, with focus on Adani Group stocks amid deepening trouble at the... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:19am
Markets Emphatic comeback: KSE-100 settles above 99k after nearly 4,700-point gain as PTI protest ends Buying seen across the board with index-heavy items leading charge Updated 27 Nov, 2024 08:42pm
Markets Major currencies consolidate as market regroups ahead of US inflation measure TOKYO: The US dollar steadied against major peers on Wednesday as investors continued to take stock of... Published 27 Nov, 2024 10:05am
Markets Oil slips after surprise build in U.S. gasoline stocks Oil prices edged lower on Wednesday as a large, surprise build in U.S. gasoline stocks outweighed easing supply... Updated 27 Nov, 2024 09:07pm
BR Research Agha Steel Industries Limited Agha Steel Industries Limited (AGHA) was incorporated in Pakistan as a private limited company in 2013 and was... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:57am
Pakistan CM urges Wapda to allocate 50 MGD additional water to Karachi KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, in his meeting with the Chairman Water and Power Development... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:39am
Pakistan Constitutional petitions: SHC regular benches recuse themselves from hearing KARACHI: The Sindh High Court’s (SHC) regular benches on Tuesday recused to hear constitutional petitions after... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:38am
Pakistan Habib varsity hosts ‘Yohsin Lecture’ featuring Dr Thomas Hansen KARACHI: Habib University hosted its ninth annual Yohsin Lecture featuring distinguished author and professor from... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:37am
Pakistan Ahsan says modern curriculum will be developed ISLAMABAD: Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal has expressed commitment to developing a 21st... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:37am
Pakistan Meeting discusses illegal poppy cultivation in Sindh KARACHI: Sindh Chief Secretary Asif Hyder Shah said that the provincial government remains steadfast in its... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:36am
Business & Finance Animal fodder, processing of fruits and vegetables sectors: Pakistan embassy hosts B2B matchmaking meeting BEIJING: Pakistan Embassy Beijing, in collaboration with the Board of Investment (BOI), successfully hosted the ... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:34am
Pakistan USAID-supported SPF for SMEs officially launched in KP PESHAWAR: The US Consul General in Peshawar Shante Moore and the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Chief ... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:32am
Pakistan NKATI chief for resolving issues thru dialogue KARACHI: Faisal Moiz Khan, President of the North Karachi Association of Trade and Industry (NKATI), urged the... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:31am
Pakistan Haveli Maharaja Ranjit Singh: WCLA working on conservation, restoration project LAHORE: The Walled City of Lahore Authority (WCLA) is working on the 84.5-million-rupees conservation and ... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:29am
Pakistan Sindh Bank holds Hajj ballot 2025 for its employees KARACHI: Sindh Bank hosted a balloting event on Tuesday at its Head Office to select four employees, one each from... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:28am
Pakistan Police using advanced technology to nab criminals LAHORE: The Lahore Police have ramped up their crackdown on wanted criminals with the help of modern information... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:26am
Pakistan Maryam, ADB team discuss steps aimed at overcoming smog challenge LAHORE: Senior Provincial Minister Maryam Aurangzeb held a meeting with a delegation from the Asian Development Bank... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:24am
Pakistan Visit of Belarus team a welcome sign for economy: Governor LAHORE: Terming the current visit of the Belarus delegation to Pakistan as a welcome sign for the country’s... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:24am
Pakistan Ayaz Sadiq leaves for Russia today: Visit aimed at boosting ties between govts, people thru parliamentary democracy ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq will lead a parliamentary delegation to Russia from 27th... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:20am
Pakistan NA panel for implementing steps aimed at ensuring transparent MDCAT retest ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on National Health Services and Regulations, Tuesday, while... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:17am
Pakistan President condemns attacks on police, Rangers ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari expressed regret over the loss of precious lives in the clash between... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:16am
Pakistan Bilawal slams attacks ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has strongly condemned the attack on Rangers... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:15am
Pakistan Justice Mandokhail recuses him from houbara bustard case hearing ISLAMABAD: Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail recused from the constitutional bench for the hearing of the houbara ... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:13am
Pakistan ‘PTI remains distracted by its political theatrics’: Sherry ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Vice President Senator Sherry Rehman has expressed concern over the... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:12am
Business & Finance UBG raises questions over govt’s power relief ‘winter package’ KARACHI: S M Tanveer, patron-in-chief of the United Business Group (UBG) has raised questions regarding the... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:09am
BR Research Power sector: Private Sector Participation is a must Pakistan’s power sector is an enigma that continues to hold back the country’s economic potential. Despite... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:04am
BR Research Cement: Of veiled truths and open secrets Significant journalistic hours have been spent lauding the financial performance of cement companies in this column,... Published 27 Nov, 2024 08:00am