Editorials Takeaways from the SCO summit EDITORIAL: Full marks to the Pakistani government for braving security threats and political turmoil and holding a... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:48am
Editorials IMF programme: flawed architecture EDITORIAL: The IMF’s approach to reforming economies that seem perpetually trapped in its programmes is proving... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:44am
Pakistan The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Thursday (October 17, 2024) and the forecast for Friday (October 18, 2024)... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
World Trump, Harris back on friendly ground after tough interrogations WASHINGTON: Kamala Harris headed to the swing state of Wisconsin on Thursday while Donald Trump took to the ... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan Sharjeel pays tributes to Benazir’s bravery HYDERABAD: Senior Provincial Minister for Information, Transport, and Excise Taxation Sharjeel Inaam Memon addressed... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan Senate witnesses protestations against ‘abduction’ of MPs ISLAMABAD: Amidst reports that the much-hyped yet highly controversial constitutional amendment would finally land ... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan Ramzan Sugar Mill case against Shehbaz, sons transferred to AC court LAHORE: An accountability court on Thursday transferred a Ramzan Sugar Mill reference against Prime Minister Shehbaz... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan Alleged rape of female student: LHC summons IGP with updated report on protests today LAHORE: The Lahore High Court Chief Justice (CJ) Aalia Neelum on Thursday asked Inspector General of Police (IGP) to... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan Maryam assailed for ‘charge-sheeting’ PTI in her press conference LAHORE: Opposition leader in the Punjab Assembly Malik Ahmad Khan Bhachar castigated Punjab Chief Minister Maryam... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan PDA, PFA host national dialogue on World Food Day LAHORE: Speakers at a national dialogue underscored the importance of food security as vital to national stability... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan By-election in PB-8 Sibi: Last date for receipt of applications of postal ballot papers fixed as 28th ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has fixed the last date for receipt of applications of postal... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan School adoption: Minister’s letter receives positive response from Sindh PA KARACHI Positive progress has been made in response to a letter written by Sindh Education Minister Syed Sardar Ali... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan Tarar tells National Assembly: No non-Pakistani issued any CNIC or passport ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar on Thursday informed the lower house of the... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan Sindh & Balochistan: One arrested, 4,400 illegal gas connections removed KARACHI: Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) continued to tighten the noose on gas theft miscreants through multiple... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan 50 years of Tarbela Dam: Pakistan Post issues commemorative postage stamp worth Rs50 LAHORE: The Pakistan Post issued commemorative postage stamp worth 50 rupees to mark 50 years of Tarbela Dam. A... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Sports SBP beat SNGPL to win President’s Cup One-Day tournament 2024-25 LAHORE: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) beat the defending champions Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) in... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan WCLA completes conservation project of Kashmiri Gate LAHORE: The Walled City of Lahore Authority (WCLA) has completed the conservation project of the Kashmiri Gate, one... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
World Assassination plot: US says India has removed alleged agent WASHINGTON; The United States said Wednesday it had been informed by India that an intelligence operative accused of... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Pakistan 250 people arrested: Educational centres to be shut in Punjab today LAHORE: The Punjab government has imposed Section 144 in the province for two days October 18 and 19, besides... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
World UN report says 1.1bn people in acute poverty UNITED NATIONS: More than one billion people are living in acute poverty across the globe, a UN Development Program... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
World Probe urged into reported killing of Afghan migrants on Iran border PARIS: Amnesty International and UN special rapporteurs on Thursday called for a transparent probe into reports that... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
World Public money ‘must be at core’ of new climate pact: UN PARIS: The UN’s climate chief said Thursday that money from rich countries “must be at the core” of a new deal... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Business & Finance IMF chief calls for unity on shared challenges in ‘deeply troubled times’ WASHINGTON: The international community must come together despite the “difficult geopolitical environment” to... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Business & Finance ECB cuts rates again as euro zone economy stagnates BRUSSELS: The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the third time this year on Thursday, saying inflation in... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Business & Finance Tax refunds not favour but legitimate right of business community: FTO LAHORE: Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) Dr Asif Mahmood Jah has said that the tax refunds are not a favour but ... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Business & Finance ‘Foreign debt burden has increased to above $130bn’ LAHORE: “Pakistan has been pushed into a Debt Trap; new loans are being acquired to pay the old ones. The foreign... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Business & Finance ‘Balanced, transparent, business supportive sales tax system is a must’ FAISALABAD: A balanced, transparent, compliant and business supportive sales tax system is imperative and FBR as ... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Print Tax returns filed by CFOs: FBR lifts affidavit filing condition ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has withdrawn a major condition of filing of affidavits (tax period... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Print Nawaz tells Indian journalists: Jaishankar’s visit could be start of normalising ties with India LAHORE: Terming the participation of Indian foreign minister in the SCO summit as a good sign, Pakistan Muslim... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Print Forex reserves up $64m to $16.11bn KARACHI: The country’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves increased by $64 million to stand at $ 16.11 billion... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Print Aug LSM output up 4.68pc MoM ISLAMABAD: The Large Scale Manufacturing (LSM) sector’s output has witnessed an increase of 4.68 per cent for... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Print SC orders transfer of Dam funds to federal govt’s Public Account ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court (SC) directed relevant authority to transfer the amount in Dams Fund’s account... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Print Islamabad striving for 13.5pc tax-to-GDP ratio, US told ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, Thursday, while reiterating the... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Print GST fraud allegations: Leading cos’ CFOs go into hiding ISLAMABAD: The chief financial officers (CFOs) of companies allegedly involved in sales tax fraud have apparently... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Print Failure to sign BSPs, finalise OPMs: Nepra issues show-cause notices to CPPA-G, NTDC ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has issued show cause notices to Central Power... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Print First review of IMF commitments: MoF evaluates progress across ministries concerned ISLAMABAD: The Finance Ministry is reportedly taking stock of progress from the concerned ministries for first ... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Print Global energy price variations pose risks: SBP projects 2.5-3.5pc growth KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has said that uncertainty on the economic front has reduced and... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Print Macroeconomy: Structural challenges persist: SBP KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has said that a host of structural impediments continue to pose challenges... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Business & Finance One out of every three companies encounters regular network problems ISLAMABAD: A survey of industrial companies revealed that one out of every three companies encounter regular network... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Business & Finance Key challenges: APTMA seeks Finance Minister’s help ISLAMABAD: All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has sought Finance Minister’s support in resolution of... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Business & Finance Minister for tax reforms to promote business growth LAHORE: Punjab Finance Minister Mian Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman noted the disparities in the tax burden, saying that... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Business & Finance Mega Motor inks agreement: BYD vehicles to enter Pakistan KARACHI: Mega Motor Company, an associated company of The Hub Power Company Limited, has entered into a Master ... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
Business & Finance Pakistan all set to export donkey meat, hides to China ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is all set to export donkey meat and hides to China as the two countries have signed a protocol... Published 18 Oct, 2024 06:10am
World Netanyahu, Biden agree to work for hostage release after Sinwar death: Israel PM JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Joe Biden agreed to jointly work for the... Published 18 Oct, 2024 01:11am
Life & Style J-Hope, of South Korea’s BTS, finishes military service WONJU: K-pop star J-Hope, a member of the supergroup BTS, was discharged from South Korea’s military on Thursday... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:58pm
World Ukraine’s Zelenskiy says North Korean officers deployed alongside Russians BRUSSELS: Ukraine’s president accused North Korea on Thursday of deploying officers alongside Russia and preparing... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:49pm
World Britain joins Europe long-range missile programme BRUSSELS: Britain is joining a European initiative to develop long-range missiles, UK defence secretary John Healey... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:20pm
World UN rights chief warns Israel against possible Gaza ‘war crime’ UNITED NATIONS: UN human rights chief Volker Turk on Thursday warned Israel that any “large-scale forcible transfer”... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:18pm
World Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader committed to eradicating Israel Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar remained unrepentant about the October 7 attacks a year ago, people in contact with him... Updated 17 Oct, 2024 11:41pm
World Where abortion will be on the ballot in the 2024 US elections Abortion will be on the ballot in 10 U.S. states for the Nov. 5 election, including battleground states that will... Published 17 Oct, 2024 09:37pm
Pakistan Punjab govt announces closure of colleges, universities on Friday The Higher Education Department of the government of Punjab has announced the closure of all public and private... Updated 17 Oct, 2024 11:25pm
World India slams ‘cavalier’ Trudeau in Sikh separatist murder row NEW DELHI: India slammed Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Thursday as “cavalier” over his handling of the... Published 17 Oct, 2024 08:55pm
Markets KSE-100 loses 620 points on profit-taking, closes below 86,000 After hitting a record high in the previous session, the Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark KSE-100 Index... Published 17 Oct, 2024 08:38pm
Business & Finance World Bank’s Banga says more bilateral debt forgiveness needed WASHINGTON: World Bank President Ajay Banga said on Thursday that bilateral creditors need to provide more debt... Published 17 Oct, 2024 08:37pm
Sports Mendis clinches Sri Lanka series win over West Indies DAMBULLA; Kusal Mendis hit an unbeaten 68 to help clinch Sri Lanka’s first T20 international series win over the... Updated 17 Oct, 2024 11:43pm
Pakistan Punjab govt imposes section 144 across province amid PTI protest call The Punjab government on Thursday imposed section 144, banning public gatherings for two days across the province.... Published 17 Oct, 2024 08:06pm
World Ukraine says Russia to deploy 10,000 North Korean troops BRUSSELS: Russia is preparing to deploy 10,000 North Korean soldiers in the fight against Kyiv, Ukrainian President... Published 17 Oct, 2024 07:40pm
Markets SBP-held foreign exchange reserves surpass $11bn after more than 2 years On weekly basis, dollar stockpile increases $215 million Updated 17 Oct, 2024 09:09pm
World Biden heads to Germany to discuss Ukraine, Middle East WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden took off Thursday on a swift farewell trip to Germany, for talks with allies to... Published 17 Oct, 2024 07:29pm
Markets US stocks buoyed by retail data, chip optimism NEW YORK: Wall Street stocks climbed to start Thursday, boosted by encouraging retail sales data and reassurance... Published 17 Oct, 2024 07:19pm
Sports Rohit ‘hurting’ after India bowled out for home Test low of 46 BENGALURU: Skipper Rohit Sharma on Thursday said he was “hurting” after opting to bat first on a seaming pitch as... Published 17 Oct, 2024 07:18pm
World Iran warns Israel against retaliation for missile attack DUBAI/BEIRUT: The commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned Israel on Thursday against attacking the Islamic... Published 17 Oct, 2024 06:58pm
World Israel foreign minister claims Hamas leader Sinwar is dead US, Israeli defense chiefs speak amid news of Sinwar's death Updated 17 Oct, 2024 11:52pm
Markets NLC enhances logistics fleet for efficient cross border transportaion In response to the increasing trade with regional countries, the National Logistics Corporation (NLC) has enhanced... Published 17 Oct, 2024 06:22pm
Markets Asia rice: India prices hold near 1-year lows, Thai rates rise on steady demand Rice export prices in India held near their lowest level in more than a year amid a slight improvement in demand,... Published 17 Oct, 2024 06:12pm
Business & Finance Nokia cuts 2,000 jobs in China, 350 in Europe as part of cost cuts, sources say STOCKHOLM: Nokia has laid off close to 2,000 people or about a fifth of its employee base across Greater China and... Published 17 Oct, 2024 06:09pm
World 345,000 Gazans face ‘catastrophic’ hunger this winter: UN ROME: Some 345,000 Gazans face “catastrophic” levels of hunger this winter after aid deliveries fell, a UN-backed... Published 17 Oct, 2024 05:27pm
Business & Finance ECB makes back-to-back interest rate cuts as inflation falls FRANKFURT: The European Central Bank cut interest rates again Thursday, upping the tempo at which it is lowering... Updated 17 Oct, 2024 06:38pm
World In rare Egypt visit, Iran FM calls for regional calm CAIRO: Iran’s top diplomat Abbas Araghchi and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi warned against the expansion... Published 17 Oct, 2024 05:17pm
Sports Shakib says not returning to Bangladesh over ‘security issue’: media DHAKA: Retiring ex-skipper Shakib Al Hasan told local media Thursday he was not returning to Bangladesh because of... Published 17 Oct, 2024 05:08pm
Business & Finance Pakistan’s Mega Motor secures key partnership with global EV giant BYD Mega Motor Company (Private) Limited, a subsidiary of The Hub Power Company Limited (HUBCO), has announced a... Updated 17 Oct, 2024 11:24pm
Markets Indian shares slip for third straight day as Bajaj Auto’s forecast adds to blues Indian shares fell for the third straight session on Thursday as motorcycle maker Bajaj Auto’s warning of weak... Published 17 Oct, 2024 04:44pm
Markets Copper at three-week low as funds switch to gold LONDON: Copper prices fell on Thursday to their lowest in more than three weeks as funds exited industrial metals... Published 17 Oct, 2024 04:41pm
Markets Palm falls on mix trading in rival oils KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures closed down on Thursday after rising in the previous session, weighed down... Published 17 Oct, 2024 04:39pm
Markets Saudi Arabia’s crude oil exports in August hit one-year low Saudi Arabia’s crude oil exports in August fell to their lowest level in a year, data from the Joint Organizations... Published 17 Oct, 2024 03:27pm
Pakistan SBP predicts 2.5-3.5% growth for FY25, warns of structural challenges Inefficiencies in energy sector resulted in accumulation of circular debt, says central bank in annual report Updated 17 Oct, 2024 10:51pm
Technology GITEX GLOBAL: Dubai looks to join league of ‘smart cities’ Role and evolution of ‘smart cities’ was discussed at GITEX GLOBAL 2024 as Dubai remains well on its way to... Published 17 Oct, 2024 03:16pm
World Joe Biden approves $4.5bn in student debt relief as vote nears WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden announced Thursday further student debt relief for public servants – amounting to... Published 17 Oct, 2024 03:10pm
Markets UK stocks steady ahead of ECB rate decision; Rentokil caps ex-dividend pressure The UK’s main stock indexes were steady on Thursday as investors braced for the European Central Bank’s interest... Published 17 Oct, 2024 02:38pm
Markets Gold sprints to record high on US election uncertainty, rate-cut bets Gold hit an all-time high on Thursday, steered by uncertainty surrounding the US election and expectations of more... Published 17 Oct, 2024 02:36pm
Pakistan Aurangzeb discusses economic reforms, climate resilience with US envoy Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb told US Ambassador Donald Blome on Thursday that the government’s macroeconomic... Updated 17 Oct, 2024 10:19pm
Business & Finance Bank Alfalah posts over 50% profit surge in 3QCY24 Bank Alfalah saw its consolidated profit jump to Rs13.3 billion during the quarter ended September 30, 2024, which... Updated 17 Oct, 2024 10:34pm
Markets Another record high: gold prices in Pakistan hit Rs277,900 per tola Gold prices in Pakistan maintained their upward trajectory on Thursday in line with their increase in international... Updated 17 Oct, 2024 08:02pm
Sports Olympic champ Ko three behind leaders at LPGA in South Korea SEOUL: Olympic gold medallist Lydia Ko shot a five-under-par 67 on Thursday to finish three shots off the lead after... Published 17 Oct, 2024 01:13pm
World India’s alleged interference in Canada was ‘horrific mistake,’ Trudeau says OTTAWA: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Wednesday India made “a horrific mistake” by thinking it... Published 17 Oct, 2024 01:08pm
World India flight from Frankfurt hit with latest fake threat BENGALURU: The latest in a string of hoax threats made against Indian airlines targeted a flight from Germany, the... Published 17 Oct, 2024 01:03pm
Technology Taiwan’s TSMC says full-year revenue forecast to grow nearly 30% TAIPEI: Taiwan’s TSMC said Thursday that its full-year revenue was forecast to grow nearly 30 percent, after the... Published 17 Oct, 2024 12:48pm
World Bangladesh court orders arrest warrant for ex-leader Sheikh Hasina DHAKA: A Bangladeshi court on Thursday ordered an arrest warrant for exiled ex-leader Sheikh Hasina, who fled to... Updated 17 Oct, 2024 08:56pm
Markets Dalian iron ore hits over two-week low on higher global supply SINGAPORE: Dalian iron ore futures prices dropped on Thursday to their lowest in more than two weeks, as higher... Published 17 Oct, 2024 12:15pm
Markets China’s yuan steady after housing policy announcement, eyes Q3 GDP SHANGHAI: China’s yuan held steady against the US dollar as reactions to the country’s housing policy briefing were... Published 17 Oct, 2024 12:13pm
Business & Finance UniCredit signs agreement for 500 new jobs, 1,000 voluntary exits MILAN: UniCredit has signed an agreement with labour unions for the employment of 500 people and 1,000 voluntary... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:59am
World Ukraine shoots down 22 Russian drones during overnight attack KYIV: The Ukrainian military said on Thursday it shot down 22 out of 56 Russian drones during an overnight attack.... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:55am
Markets Australian shares close at record high, boosted by financials Australian shares notched a record closing high on Thursday, tracking a similar trend on Wall Street, as financials... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:53am
World Israeli strike on Lebanese municipal building kills 16, including mayor BEIRUT: The mayor of a major town in south Lebanon was among 16 people killed when an Israeli airstrike destroyed... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:50am
Sports Thomas Tuchel appointment raises questions about English coaching, Neville says The FA’s decision to appoint German Thomas Tuchel as head coach of the national team raises serious questions about... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:32am
Markets South Korea’s KFA bought 65,000 metric tons corn in private deal HAMBURG: The Korea Feed Association (KFA) in South Korea purchased about 65,000 metric tons of animal feed corn... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:28am
Markets Palm weighed down by overnight weakness in Chicago soyoil and crude prices KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures inched lower on Thursday, weighed down by weakness in overnight Chicago... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:26am
World Sydney beaches closed due to toxic ‘tar balls’ SYDNEY: Beaches in Sydney including the iconic Bondi were closed to bathers on Thursday after hundreds of black... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:22am
Sports Pakistan sense series-levelling win over England after Sajid heroics MULTAN: Pakistan were in a strong position to win the second Test and level the series after removing both England... Updated 17 Oct, 2024 06:35pm
World Russia attacks energy infrastructure in Ukraine’s Mykolaiv region overnight, governor says KYIV: Russian forces attacked energy infrastructure in the southern region of Mykolaiv as they launched 56 drones... Published 17 Oct, 2024 11:14am