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PM Imran Khan's speech in Sri Lankan parliament canceled

The PM will visit Sri Lanka on a two-day trip from February 22.
Foreign Secretary Jayanath Colombage said that Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena had requested for cancellation due to coronavirus.

Published 18 Feb, 2021 09:45am

Pakistan

Pakistan completes vaccination of more than 50 thousand health workers, more asked to register

Asad Umar said all efforts will be made for the safety and protection of healthcare workers.
So far, 52768 health workers have been vaccinated across Pakistan.

Published 17 Feb, 2021 02:28pm

Pakistan

Pakistan voices opposition, says more permanent members will compound UNSC's inequality, disfunctionality

Permanent membership contradicts the fundamental precepts of sovereign equality,democracy, representativeness & accountability, Ambassador Munir Akram said.
“It is only through an expansion in the non-permanent category that the ideal of a comprehensive reform can be met," he said.

Published 17 Feb, 2021 11:53am

Pakistan

Senate elections: ECP to begin process of scrutiny of nomination papers today

The process of scrutiny of nomination papers will continue till tomorrow.
A total of 170 candidates have filed their nomination papers with ECP.

Published 17 Feb, 2021 11:04am

Pakistan

Three terrorists killed in North Waziristan IBO: ISPR

ISPR said three terrorists of Aleem khan Khushali group were killed in the intelligence-based operation.
These terrorists were involved in target killing, kidnapping for Ransom, extortion, fire raid on security forces and IED explosions, ISPR said.

Published 17 Feb, 2021 09:52am

Pakistan

Nawaz Sharif's passport will not be renewed, may apply for emergency travel document: Interior minister

Sheikh Rashid said if Nawaz wants to return to Pakistan, he will be issued the emergency travel documents.
Nawaz's passport will expire tonight.

Published 16 Feb, 2021 01:48pm

Pakistan

Asad Ali Memon becomes first Asian and Pakistani to climb Africa’s highest peak in less than 24 hours

"It took complete 20 hours to summit and return back to the gate," Memon tweeted.
He has climbed mountains across Pakistan, Nepal and Russia.

Published 16 Feb, 2021 11:30am

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

FM Qureshi leaves for Egypt on two-day visit

He will interact with leading Egyptian businessmen and members of the Pakistani community.
"The visit of the Foreign Minister is expected to further strengthen and diversify Pakistan’s bilateral ties with brotherly Egypt," FO said.

Published 16 Feb, 2021 09:51am

Pakistan

Pakistani student Zara Naeem scores highest marks in ACCA exam worldwide

Minister for Information Shibli Faraz has also praised Zara for her accomplishment.
Naeem plans to start her own consultancy firm after attaining ACCA membership.

Updated 15 Feb, 2021 04:42pm

Pakistan

Torkham opens for pedestrian travel

The crossing between Pakistan and Afghanistan is now open 6 days a week for pedestrian traffic.
Before, Afghans would cross the Torkham border four days a week.

Published 15 Feb, 2021 01:23pm

Pakistan

A press conference to discuss missing mounters situation will be held today

The search mission for the missing mountaineers has said that the satellite images have turned out to be a sleeping bag, torn tents or sleeping pads, none of which belong to the climbers.
Muhammad Ali Sadpara, Juan Pablo Mohr and John Snorri Sigurjonsson have been missing since February 5.

Published 15 Feb, 2021 10:49am

Pakistan

Pakistan reports 26 deaths, 1,048 COVID-19 cases in 24 hours

The country also reported 910 recoveries in the last 24 hours.
Registration for coronavirus vaccination for people aged 65 years and above has also started from Monday.

Published 15 Feb, 2021 09:57am

Pakistan

Justice Isa says 'shocking' that CJP's order was released to media even before him

Who ordered its release to the media? Why the settled practice of sending the judgement to the next senior judge was not followed?, Justice Isa asked in a letter to SC registrar.
A five-page written order, authored by the CJP said that it would not be proper for Justice Isa to hear the matter considering that he had already filed a petition against the Prime Minister of Pakistan, in his personal capacity.

Published 13 Feb, 2021 03:49pm

Pakistan

Senate elections: ECP extends date to file nomination papers till February 15

The ECP said the date has been extended after requests were made by candidates, as well as reports that candidates are facing difficulties in the completion of legal formalities regarding filing of nomination papers.
Senate elections will be held on March 3.

Updated 13 Feb, 2021 03:50pm

Pakistan

PM condoles death of four soldiers martyred in South Waziristan terrorist attack

"My condolences and prayers go to the families of our four brave soldiers martyred in Makeen, South Waziristan fighting a terrorist attack," PM tweeted.
Four of the attackers were also killed by the soldiers.

Published 13 Feb, 2021 11:30am

World

British-Pakistani lawyer Karim Khan elected chief prosecutor at ICC

The British lawyer won the votes of 72 out of 123 countries.
He will begin his nine-year term on June 16.

Published 13 Feb, 2021 10:30am

Pakistan

PM, Usman Buzdar discuss Punjab's overall situation

The PM is on a day-long visit in Lahore where he will be the chief guest at the inauguration of Miyawaki urban forest at Jilani Park.
He will also chair the sessions for the provision of universal health coverage.

Published 12 Feb, 2021 02:53pm

Pakistan

Aman 2021: Naval chief says Pakistan Navy ever ready to play positive role for peace in region

During the main ceremony flags of all 45 participating countries were hoisted in the air with Pakistan's flag in the middle.
The Naval Chief welcomed the participating countries and said participation from so many countries really describes the motto of the exercise which is ‘Together for Peace’.

Published 12 Feb, 2021 01:07pm

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

Forex
World
Commodity

Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Nov 22	277.85
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Nov 22	277.65
USD to Japanese Yen / Nov 22	154.78
USD to Swiss Franc / Nov 22	0.89
Pound Sterling to USD / Nov 22	1.26
Euro to USD / Nov 22	1.05

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Nov 21	5,948.71
Nasdaq / Nov 21	18,972.42
Dow Jones / Nov 21	43,870.35
India Sensex / Nov 22	78,147.34
Tokyo Nikkei / Nov 22	38,283.85
Hang Seng / Nov 22	19,170.91
FTSE 100 / Nov 22	8,202.46
Germany DAX 30 / Nov 22	19,225.74

Item	Value
Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Nov 22	70.18
Karachi Cotton PKR/37.32 KG / Nov 22	17,785
Gold 10 Grams PKR / Nov 22	240,483
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Nov 22	2,691.90
Cotton US¢/pound / Nov 22	70.12
Petrol/Litre / Nov 23	248.38

Gainers
Losers
Leaders

Stock	Price
786 Invest Ltd / Nov 23 786 Investments Limited(786)	7.15 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abbas Sugar / Nov 23 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	620.68 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / Nov 23 Agro Allianz Limited(AAL)	16 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / Nov 23 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / Nov 23 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	69.40 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / Nov 23 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	115 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / Nov 23 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	1,084.82 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / Nov 23 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Alfalah ETF. / Nov 23 Alfalah Consumer Index ETF.(ACIETF)	12.35 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)

Stock	Price
786 Invest Ltd / Nov 23 786 Investments Limited(786)	7.15 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abbas Sugar / Nov 23 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	620.68 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / Nov 23 Agro Allianz Limited(AAL)	16 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / Nov 23 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / Nov 23 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	69.40 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / Nov 23 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	115 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / Nov 23 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	1,084.82 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / Nov 23 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Alfalah ETF. / Nov 23 Alfalah Consumer Index ETF.(ACIETF)	12.35 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)

Stock	Volume
WorldCall Telecom / Nov 23 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	95,563,962 ▲ 0.00
Pace (Pak) Ltd. / Nov 23 Pace (Pakistan) Limited(PACE)	51,499,190 ▲ 0.00
Kohinoor Spining / Nov 23 Kohinoor Spinning Mills Limited(KOSM)	48,260,119 ▲ 0.00
K-Electric Ltd. / Nov 23 K-Electric Limited(KEL)	44,585,332 ▲ 0.00
Treet Battery / Nov 23 Treet Battery Limited(TBL)	42,849,466 ▲ 0.00
Waves Home Appliances / Nov 23 Waves Home Appliances Limited(WAVESAPP)	41,650,133 ▲ 0.00
PIA Holding Co.Ltd / Nov 23 PIA Holding Company Limited(PIAHCLA)	33,841,692 ▲ 0.00
Fauji Foods Ltd / Nov 23 Fauji Foods Limited(FFL)	25,303,681 ▲ 0.00
Cnergyico PK / Nov 23 Cnergyico PK Limited(CNERGY)	25,120,112 ▲ 0.00

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