Companies Nishat Mills Limited to establish company in UK The Board of Directors of Nishat Mills Limited (NML), the flagship company of Nishat Group, has given its nod to... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 11:35pm
Stocks KSE-100 closes 205 points lower in mixed session The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) endured a mixed session on Monday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index closed 205 points... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 11:34pm
PM Shehbaz terms Pak-China friendship vital for regional stability Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized that Pak-China friendship is inevitable not only for both countries but... Published 02 Sep, 2024 11:31pm
Israel defence minister says ‘deeply disheartened’ by UK arms export cuts JERUSALEM: Israel’s defence minister on Monday criticised Britain’s decision to suspend some arms exports to Israel... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:40pm
Companies Despite auto sector’s slowdown, Indus Motor Company’s profit up 56% at Rs15.07bn in FY24 Indus Motor Company (IMC) reported a profit of Rs15.07 billion for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2024 (FY24),... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 10:37pm
Industry Categorisation of SOEs: SMEDA declared as essential, PNSC as strategic TCP may be categorised as essential SOE under SOEs Policy 2023, Cabinet Committee on State-Owned Enterprises decides Updated 02 Sep, 2024 10:36pm
No plans to shut down Utility Stores Corporation: Rana Tanveer Minister for Industries and Production says various options being considered for restructuring of USC Published 02 Sep, 2024 09:46pm
Currency Rupee records minor loss against US dollar Currency settles at 278.64 against the greenback Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:22pm
Business & Economy ‘Economy in state of collapse’: Dr Kaiser Bengali resigns from govt’s austerity committee Renowned economist Dr Kaiser Bengali has resigned from the Austerity Committee (High-Powered Committee for... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:01pm
USA Biden, Harris to make first joint campaign appearance WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden and Kamala Harris hit the campaign trail together for the first time Monday, in a... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:53pm
Europe UK says it is suspending 30 of its 350 arms export licences to Israel LONDON: Britain will immediately suspend 30 of its 350 arms export licenses with Israel because there is a risk such... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:52pm
South Asia Six killed, 13 wounded in Kabul suicide bombing: police KABUL: A suicide bomber detonated explosives in the Afghan capital on Monday, police said, killing six people and... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:44pm
Interest Rates Inflation in Pakistan drops to single digit after three years, clocks in at 9.6% in August Reading in line with official expectations that put figure in range of 9.5-10.5% Updated 02 Sep, 2024 08:40pm
Middle East Israeli strike kills two in southern Lebanon: health ministry BEIRUT: An Israeli strike on a vehicle in south Lebanon killed two people Monday, the health ministry said, nearly... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:19pm
MENA Biden says Netanyahu not doing enough on hostage deal ahead of key meeting WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden on Monday said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was not doing enough to... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:13pm
Europe Russia’s August advances in Ukraine biggest since October 2022 PARIS: Russia advanced on 477 square kilometres (184 square miles) of Ukrainian territory in August, Moscow’s... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:08pm
Sindh, Punjab to receive heavy rainfall in next 48 hours: Met Office The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) Monday predicted heavy to moderate rainfall, windstorms and... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 06:47pm
Salah belongs at highest level, says ex-Liverpool defender Carragher LONDON: Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher believes Mohamed Salah will want to play at the highest level... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:39pm
Middle East Saudi tanker, another oil ship attacked in Red Sea LONDON/ATHENS: A Saudi-owned crude tanker and a separate Panama-flagged oil ship were attacked on Monday in the Red... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:39pm
Financial Air Link posts massive 382% increase in profit in FY24 Pakistan’s smartphone manufacturer Air Link Communication Limited saw its profit-after-tax (PAT) grow by 382% to... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:34pm
Stocks Most Gulf markets rise on US rate cut prospects Most stock markets in the Gulf ended higher on Monday as investor sentiment remained upbeat on hopes of a September... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:28pm
Energy Oil extends losses on weak China data and expected OPEC+ supply boost Oil prices extended losses from the end of last week on expectations of higher OPEC+ production from October while... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 06:24pm
Rain halts Bangladesh victory bid after Hasan, Nahid demolish Pakistan RAWALPINDI: Pacemen Hasan Mahmud and Nahid Rana shared nine wickets on Monday to set Bangladesh on course for... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 06:01pm
Companies Peugeot’s next step: anticipated 2025 model launches in Pakistan by Lucky Motor Corp. Peugeot is reportedly preparing for expansion in the Pakistani market with the introduction of several new models in... Published 02 Sep, 2024 05:32pm
Glitzy Esports competition reignites Saudi ‘sportswashing’ debate BEIRUT: For eight weeks, all gamers’ eyes were on Riyadh but for some rights groups the real winner of the first... Published 02 Sep, 2024 05:32pm
Stocks Stock markets mostly fall on China woes LONDON: Major stock markets mostly fell Monday as more weak Chinese economic data offset optimism over an expected... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 05:17pm
Middle East Israelis strike and protest to demand Gaza hostage deal JERUSALEM: Israeli protesters took to the streets for a second day on Monday and the largest trade union launched a... Published 02 Sep, 2024 05:13pm
Energy ENOC partners with Flow Petroleum to expand lubricants distribution to Pakistan ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, has signed an agreement with FPPL (Flow Petroleum Private... Published 02 Sep, 2024 05:11pm
Stocks India’s Nifty 50 extends record rally to 13th session BENGALURU: India’s Nifty 50 rose for a thirteenth consecutive session on Monday, its longest-ever rally, powered by... Published 02 Sep, 2024 04:42pm
Stocks Sri Lanka shares end lower as IT, communication services weigh Sri Lankan shares closed lower on Monday, dragged down by information technology (IT) and communication services... Published 02 Sep, 2024 04:39pm
South Asia Ousted Bangladeshi leader becomes diplomatic headache for India NEW DELHI: Four weeks after ex-premier Sheikh Hasina fled Bangladesh by helicopter during a student-led revolution,... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 04:37pm
Commodities Aluminium hits 2-week low on weak Chinese data, momentum signals reverse LONDON: Aluminium prices fell to a two-week low on Monday after data showed factory activity in top consumer China... Published 02 Sep, 2024 04:36pm
Commodities Palm oil ends lower on profit taking, losses in Dalian contracts JAKARTA: Malaysian palm oil futures extended losses and ended lower on Monday as investors booked profits, while... Published 02 Sep, 2024 04:34pm
Companies Indus Motor to invest another Rs1.1bn ‘for additional localization’ Indus Motor Company Limited (INDU) announced that its board has approved an additional investment of Rs1.1 billion... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 04:33pm
Energy National Refinery suffers massive Rs15.8bn loss in FY24 Despite higher revenue and lower finance cost, National Refinery Limited (NRL) registered a massive loss of Rs15.79... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 04:32pm
Inflation decline, credit rating hike: PM derives satisfaction from indicators Says government committed to economic reforms Updated 02 Sep, 2024 03:28pm
Conversion of power plants to Thar coal: Govt likely to ask local banks for financing ISLAMABAD: The government is likely to ask local banks to finance conversion of imported coal projects to Thar coal... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 03:28pm
ByteDance eyes $9.5bn in record Asia dollar corporate loan, Bloomberg News reports TikTok-owner ByteDance is tapping banks for a $9.5 billion loan that would be the biggest dollar-denominated... Published 02 Sep, 2024 03:00pm
South Asia Torrential floods kill 25 in southern India NEW DELHI: Intense monsoon rains and floods in India’s southern states have killed at least 25 people, with... Published 02 Sep, 2024 02:37pm
Movies & Music George Clooney, Brad Pitt disappointed their new film skips cinemas VENICE: Hollywood heavyweights George Clooney and Brad Pitt admit they are disappointed their latest comedy ‘Wolfs’... Published 02 Sep, 2024 02:33pm
Stocks UK stocks muted as economic data takes centre stage in policy decision month UK’s main stock index was largely flat in thin trade on Monday, with investors awaiting a slew of domestic data and... Published 02 Sep, 2024 02:25pm
Europe Vladimir Putin says Kursk ‘provocation’ failed to stop Russia’s Donetsk offensive MOSCOW: Ukraine’s “provocation” in Russia’s Kursk region has failed to stop the Russian military from advancing in... Published 02 Sep, 2024 02:23pm
Stocks Major Gulf markets gain on US rate cut prospectus Major stock markets in the Gulf rose in early trade on Monday as investor sentiment remained upbeat on hopes of a... Published 02 Sep, 2024 02:21pm
Forex Russian rouble weakens against US dollar on cheaper oil MOSCOW: The Russian rouble weakened against the US dollar and euro on Monday, dragged down by lower global prices... Published 02 Sep, 2024 02:20pm
Commodities Gold unchanged at Rs262,500 per tola in Pakistan Gold prices in Pakistan remained stable on Monday, in line with the international rates. In the local market, the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 02:17pm
British actor Ian McKellen feared he would die in London stage fall LONDON: British actor Ian McKellen said on Monday he feared he would die when he lost his footing and fell off a... Published 02 Sep, 2024 01:37pm
Almodovar back at Venice with stars Julianne Moore, Tilda Swinton VENICE: Spain’s Pedro Almodovar returns to the Venice Film Festival Monday with his first feature film in English,... Published 02 Sep, 2024 01:23pm
USA Joe Biden, Harris to meet US negotiating team on Gaza hostage deal WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden will sit down on Monday with US negotiators pushing for a hostage-release deal in... Published 02 Sep, 2024 01:20pm
Indonesia’s inflation stays within central bank range in August JAKARTA: Indonesia’s annual inflation rate was 2.12% in August, essentially unchanged from 2.13% in July, official... Published 02 Sep, 2024 12:39pm
Mutual Funds Philippines awards $401mn T-bill offer, above programme MANILA: Following are the results of the Philippine Bureau of the Treasury’s (BTr) auction of T-bills on Monday:... Published 02 Sep, 2024 12:37pm
Sanofi MS drug tolebrutinib misses goal in relapsing disease trials Sanofi’s most advanced multiple sclerosis (MS) drug candidate has missed the main goal of two late-stage trials to... Published 02 Sep, 2024 12:36pm
Woman dead, 120,000 without power as damaging storms hit Australia SYDNEY: A woman has died and more than 120,000 were left without power after high winds and heavy rain hit southern... Published 02 Sep, 2024 12:33pm
Europe Ukraine downs 22 out of 35 missiles, 20 drones used in Russian morning attack, Air Force says KYIV: Ukrainian forces destroyed 22 out of 35 missiles and 20 out of 23 attack drones launched by Russia on Monday... Published 02 Sep, 2024 12:30pm
'Great moment' for Mbappe as he scores first La Liga goals for Real Madrid MADRID: Kylian Mbappe answered his critics in style as he netted his first La Liga goals to give Real Madrid a 2-0... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 12:29pm
Zheng Qinwen defeats Vekic in US Open’s latest finish for a women’s match NEW YORK: Zheng Qinwen beat Croatian Donna Vekic 7-6(2) 4-6 6-2 in a rematch of their Paris Olympics title clash to... Published 02 Sep, 2024 12:28pm
Forex Asian currencies slip ahead of key economic data, Indonesian rupiah top laggard Most emerging Asian currencies weakened against the greenback on Monday as investors braced for a data-packed week... Published 02 Sep, 2024 12:22pm
UAE’s ADCB plans to sell $500 million in tier 2 capital securities UAE’s third largest lender Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank has hired banks to arrange investor meetings for the sale of US... Published 02 Sep, 2024 12:21pm
Commodities Palm oil falls on Dalian losses, profit taking action JAKARTA: Malaysian palm oil futures fell on Monday, weighed down by profit taking and a fall in the Dalian palm oil... Published 02 Sep, 2024 12:19pm
Europe Ukraine’s attacks on Belgorod disrupt school sessions, governor says Some kindergartens will shut for a week in the Russian city of Belgorod near Ukraine’s border while several schools... Published 02 Sep, 2024 12:18pm
Jul-Aug: there’s Rs98bn shortfall, admits FBR Despite higher tax rates, net collection stands at Rs1,456 billion against assigned target of Rs1,554 billion during two-month period Updated 02 Sep, 2024 11:56am
Companies Nimir completes acquisition of P&G’s soap manufacturing facility, assumes operational control Chemical company says acquisition will enable it to strengthen presence in the southern region, increase production capacity, and expand export operations through seaports Published 02 Sep, 2024 11:30am
World number two Sabalenka into US Open quarter-finals NEW YORK: Aryna Sabalenka eased into the US Open quarter-finals for a fourth successive season on Sunday with a 6-2,... Published 02 Sep, 2024 11:21am
Tiafoe follows American greats into US Open quarter-finals NEW YORK: Frances Tiafoe joined former champions Andre Agassi, Andy Roddick and Pete Sampras as the only American... Published 02 Sep, 2024 11:18am
Coco Gauff joins exit of US Open superstars after New York horror show NEW YORK: Coco Gauff joined Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz on the US Open scrap-heap Sunday as the defending... Published 02 Sep, 2024 11:15am
Who said what on day seven of the US Open NEW YORK: Who said what at the US Open on Sunday, the seventh day of the 2024 tournament at Flushing Meadows: “It’s... Published 02 Sep, 2024 11:12am
South Asia Indian insurgents in Manipur launch deadly drone attack NEW DELHI: Insurgents in India’s Manipur state have carried out a deadly attack on security forces, using drones to... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:58am
Asia Tropical storm triggers landslides in Philippines, four dead MANILA: A tropical storm dumped heavy rain in the Philippines for a second day on Monday, causing floods and... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:55am
Stocks China stocks slip as property rally runs out of steam SINGAPORE: Chinese shares fell on Monday, with property developers shedding recent gains following lacklustre data... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:47am
ECB policymakers at odds over downturn’s impact, sources say FRANKFURT: European Central Bank policymakers are increasingly at odds on the outlook for growth, a rift that could... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:44am
Commodities Copper trades in range as investors assess Fed rate-cut outlook BEIJING: Copper prices were stuck in a narrow range on Monday, as investors assessed the US interest rate cut... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:37am
Bullion Rate Gold rangebound as market focus turns to US jobs data Gold prices traded in a narrow range on Monday as investors looked to a key US jobs data to firm their bets on the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:35am
India’s factory activity growth hits three-month low, PMI shows BENGALURU: India’s manufacturing activity growth eased to a three-month low in August as demand softened... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:33am
Mutual Funds India bond yields track US peers higher MUMBAI: Indian government bond yields inched up on Monday, mirroring trends in the US markets, after key data from... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:30am
Forex Indian rupee to decline after US data suggests larger Fed rate cut unlikely MUMBAI: The Indian rupee is expected to weaken at open on Monday after US inflation data indicated that the Federal... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:27am
Asia Malaysia, New Zealand PMs call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his New Zealand counterpart Chris Luxon on Monday said they... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:24am
Forex Australia, NZ dollars slip after bumper August, outlook uncertain SYDNEY: The Australian and New Zealand dollars slipped on Monday after ending August with hefty gains, with... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:20am
Stocks Australian shares fall as commodities drag; GDP data in focus Australian shares traded lower on Monday, with miners and energy stocks weighing the most, while investors await... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:17am
Stocks Indian shares hit record highs tracking Asian peers BENGALURU: Indian shares opened at record highs on Monday, tracking gains in Asian peers and lifted by information... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:15am
Stocks Japan’s Nikkei hits 1-month high on Wall Street gains, weaker yen TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average rose on Monday to touch the 39,000 level for the first time since late July,... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:13am
Stocks Asia shares see pockets of gains, China PMI tops forecasts SYDNEY: Asian share markets got off to a quiet start on Monday as investors braced for a data-packed week... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:11am
Forex Dollar edges to two-week high vs euro as US payroll data looms TOKYO: The dollar climbed to a two-week top against the euro on Monday as traders pared bets for aggressive policy... Published 02 Sep, 2024 10:09am
Pakistan Oxygen Limited Pakistan Oxygen Limited (PSX: PAKOXY) was incorporated in Pakistan as a private limited company in 1949 and was... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:49am
Allied Bank: Steady growth Allied Bank Limited (ABL) posted its first half financial results for CY24, declaring an interim cash dividend of... Published 02 Sep, 2024 09:29am
2024-25: PSDP allocation for NHA cut to Rs161.264bn ISLAMABAD: A mere two months into the fiscal year, the government slashed the Public Sector Development Programme... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:37am
PSO FY24: Robust earnings despite volume decline Marked by significant improvements in profitability, Pakistan State Oil Company Limited (PSX: PSO) posted a strong... Published 02 Sep, 2024 09:27am
PSDP projects: Ministries, Divisions asked to ‘cut your coat according to cloth’ ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives (M/oPD&SI) has advised all Ministries/... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:31am
Promotion of tourism: Stakeholders call for optimal utilisation of fisheries sector PESHAWAR: The stakeholders of the fisheries’ sector including fish farmers and people of the tourists’ attractive... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:27am
PQEPC exploring options to resolve its financial woes ISLAMABAD: Port Qasim Electric Power Company Limited (PQEPC) has reportedly discussed debt restructuring, loan... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:22am
‘PC (Amendment) Bill, 2024’ to be presented in NA today ISLAMABAD: The government on Monday (today) would present “The Privatisation Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2024” in... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:13am
Higher taxation: BMP says govt has failed to pass on oil price decline to consumers LAHORE: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry’s Businessmen Panel has sought reduction in... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:12am
PTI denies holding negotiations with govt ISLAMABAD: Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Sunday categorically denied having... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:09am
Islamic financing helps govt save billions KARACHI: The cash-strapped government is saving billions of rupees on account of raising financing through selling... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:08am
BR’s refresher: your morning briefing for the day Important updates from August 31, and September 1, 2024 Published 02 Sep, 2024 09:06am
Monthly stipend of national legends’ families raised KARACHI: A high-level meeting was held at Governor House under the chairmanship of Governor Sindh and ... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 08:18am
FAPUASA concerned at ‘crises’ in over 25 varsities across Punjab LAHORE: The Federation of All Pakistan Universities Academic Staff Association (FAPUASA), led by its President, Dr... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:04am
RIPHAH joins hands with BISP for public empowerment through skills development programme ISLAMABAD: Representatives from Riphah International University held an important meeting with Senator Rubina ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:04am
Companies ONIC sets groundbreaking telecom benchmarks with digital connectivity ISLAMABAD: ONIC, a pioneering digital telco brand that launched just a year ago, has made a remarkable impact on... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:03am
CM praises Ali Geelani LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif in her message on the death anniversary of Kashmiri leader Syed ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:01am
Sikh pilgrims: Foundation stone laid for new building at Nankana Sahib LAHORE: In order to facilitate Sikh pilgrims at Nankana Sahib, Provincial Minister for Minority Affairs and ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:00am
CM lauds social services of Akhuwat chairman LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif met the Founder and Chairman Akhuwat Doctor Amjad Saqib and lauded... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:58am
CM to launch ‘Children’s Heart Surgery Programme’ soon LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif will soon launch the “Chief Minister’s Children’s Heart... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:57am
12th Rabi-ul-Awwal: CCPO reviews security measures LAHORE: Capital City Police Officer Bilal Siddique Kamyana reviewed overall law and order situation and other... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:55am
NUST initiative ‘FICS ’24’ concludes ISLAMABAD: Grand finale and prize distribution ceremony of Finding Innovative & Creative Solutions (FICS 2024), ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:54am
DC visits FIEDMC FAISALABAD: Deputy Commissioner Captain Nadeem Nasir (retd) visited Faisalabad Industrial Estate Development and... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:47am
Mpox virus: current situation, preventive steps to be discussed tomorrow ISLAMABAD: As Monkeypox cases are rising in the country, the government on Sunday convened an important meeting on... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:44am
Ban on kite flying laws spark concern LAHORE: The recent imposition of stricter laws on kite flying in Punjab, despite an existing ban, has sparked... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:42am
NDMA predicts more rains, floods ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Sunday issued an advisory, announcing that monsoon... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:41am
Stocks FTSE 100 hits 3-month high amid rate-cut hopes LONDON: The UK’s main stock index hit over a three-month high on Friday, clocking gains for the topsy-turvy month,... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:40am
Stocks Most Gulf markets gain on US rate cut prospects DUBAI: Most Gulf markets ended higher on Sunday, extending gains from the previous session, after data supported the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:38am
Money & Banking Indian rupee ends flat MUMBAI: The Indian rupee ended little changed on Friday as dollar demand from state-run banks offset the impact of... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:37am
A requiem for manufacturing? Amidst a deepening economic crisis, the government seems intent on pushing the economy’s most vital sector—the... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:25am
The IPP negotiation dilemma: govt required to step back? Negotiations with Independent Power Producers (IPPs), particularly those involving local owners under the 1994 and... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:22am
Stability versus general well-being Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb since he took oath ten days less than six months on 12 March 2024 has... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Confronting the malnutrition crisis EDITORIAL: The state of women’s health in Pakistan has long been undermined by governmental neglect and deeply... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:12am
The power sector conundrum EDITORIAL: The petroleum minister recently informed the Senate Standing Committee that a massive power generation... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:10am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Sunday (September 01, 2024) and the forecast for Monday (September 02, 2024).... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
FIA foils passenger’s bid to travel abroad on fake documents KARACHI: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration Wing on Sunday foiled an attempt of a passenger to ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
CM to decide whether SPCL to be held in Qatar or Sindh: minister KARACHI: An important meeting was held between Sindh Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, Sardar Muhammad Bux... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
PFF, Forward Sports and Capitals Sports sign MoU LAHORE: To showcase the worldwide contributions of the Sialkot football manufacturing industry, the Pakistan ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Europe Russia says it will change nuclear doctrine because of Western role in Ukraine LONDON: Russia will make changes to its doctrine on the use of nuclear weapons in response to what it regards as... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Africa African leaders in Beijing eyeing big loans and investment BEIJING: African leaders descend on China’s capital this week, seeking funds for big-ticket infrastructure ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
USA Thousands of US hotel workers strike as contract talks break down NEW YORK: Some 10,000 US hotel workers began a multi-day strike in several cities on Sunday after contract talks ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Middle East Gaza parents rush to vaccinate kids against polio despite fear of violence AL-ZAWAYDA (Palestinian Territories): Ghadir Hajji rushed to a clinic on Sunday in hopes her five children would be... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Erdogan, MBS discusses Gaza, Turkish presidency says ISTANBUL: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan discussed Gaza as well as regional and global developments in a phone ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Israel set for general strike after Gaza hostages found dead GAZA STRIP, (Palestinian Territories): Israel’s main union on Sunday ordered a nationwide general strike after... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Harris is more predictable than Trump: Kremlin MOSCOW: Russia sees US Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris as a more predictable opponent than ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
KMU strengthens support for Afghan students PESHAWAR: Vice Chancellor of Khyber Medical University (KMU) Peshawar Prof Dr. Zia Ul Haq stated that Afghanistan is... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Minister slams PTI supporters LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has said that PTI supporters have become blind, deaf, and dumb due... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
TECNO, Hope Uplift Foundation to promote technological education LAHORE: TECNO, Pakistan’s leading smartphone brand, has joined hands with Hope Uplift Foundation in an initiative... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Axle load curbs on highways and GT Road: Minister introduces tougher measures ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Communications, Privatisation, and Board of Investment Abdul Aleem Khan on Sunday ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
PTI criticises Sindh govt’s handling of rain situation KARACHI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Sindh President Haleem Adil Sheikh has expressed grave concerns over the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
PDP demands probe into ‘poor’ construction of roads in Karachi KARACHI: Majority of the roads of Karachi went extremely damaged in recent rains which has exposed their substandard... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Repair of roads to begin after rain season: mayor KARACHI: Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab said that road repair and construction work is being commenced after... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Rains expected in Balochistan amid cyclone impact QUETTA: Pakistan Meteorological Department said on Sunday that the cyclonic storm ASNA over northwest Arabian Sea... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Sindhi handicrafts: Diplomats show keen interest in KCFR exhibition KARACHI: The Karachi Council on Foreign Relations (KCFR) organized a vibrant exhibition on last night to promote the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Alkhidmat launches fourth edition of Bano Qabil programme KARACHI: Alkhidmat Karachi on Sunday September 1, 2024, launched the fourth edition of the Bano Qabil program,... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Bugti says efforts afoot to end terrorism in Balochistan LAHORE: Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Ahmed Bugti said on Sunday that no Baloch had killed any Punjabi but... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Kashmir issue: FO rejects Indian narrative about ‘unilateral solution’ ISLAMABAD: In response to media queries regarding the recent statement made on Jammu and Kashmir by India’s... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Senator Mushtaq released ISLAMABAD: The head of the Save Gaza campaign and former Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) senator Mushtaq Ahmed, his wife and... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Remarks made by Bengali: federal govt clarifies its stance ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Sunday clarified its stance about the remarks made by Dr Kaiser Bengali,... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Gilani calls for dialogue among all political parties including PTI ISLAMABAD: The Chairman Senate Yousaf Raza Gilani on Sunday called for dialogue among all political parties ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Zardari, PM pay tribute to Ali Shah Geelani ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday paid rich tribute to iconic... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Rates Automart: car prices in Karachi Rates in the week ended Sunday September 01, 2024 Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Energy Major Qatari plant to double solar capacity by 2030: minister DOHA: A large new solar plant planned in Qatar will double the Gulf emirate’s previously projected renewable ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Letters ‘Innovative solutions to terrorism and extremism’ This is apropos my letter to the Editor ‘Innovative solutions to terrorism and extremism’ carried by the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Cotton & Textile Weekly Cotton Review: Prices surge significantly as rains affect supply KARACHI: A significant surge has been observed in cotton prices, with a Rs1000 per maund increase in spot rates. The... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Commodities Prices of essential food items show a mixed trend According to... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Stocks Wall Street Week Ahead: US stock rally broadens as investors await Fed NEW YORK: A broadening rally in US stocks is offering an encouraging signal to investors worried about concentration... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Stocks Miners, energy push Australian shares higher SYDNEY: Australian shares rose on Friday, boosted by gains in mining and energy stocks amid a slew of corporate... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
CAA issues new guidelines on boarding in response to complaints KARACHI: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has implemented new guidelines to address passenger complaints regarding... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Rates Marginal decline KARACHI: The rupee depreciated marginally during the previous week as it lost Re0.04 or 0.01% against the US ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Rates Futures spread down 621bps KARACHI: The futures spread declined by 621bps to 11.45 percent on the last day of the outgoing week. Trading... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Rates PSX remains under pressure KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange remained under pressure during the outgoing week ended on August 30, 2024 due to... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Algeria joins the BRICS New Development Bank ALGIERS: Algeria has been approved for membership in the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB), the country’s finance... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
India growth slows to 6.7pc on lower consumer spending MUMBAI: India’s economic growth slowed to 6.7 percent on-year in the April-June quarter, official data showed... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Germany confirms economy shrank in Q2 FRANKFURT: The German economy shrank by 0.1 percent in the second quarter, final data confirmed Tuesday, weighed ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Eurozone inflation falls to three-year low in August BRUSSELS: Eurozone inflation fell to its lowest level in more than three years this month thanks to falling energy... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Companies Goldman Sachs to lay off over 1,300 employees, WSJ reports BENGALURU: Goldman Sachs plans to cut more than 1,300 employees from its global workforce as part of an annual ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Industry KP-EZDMC CEO removed in violation of rules, procedures? PESHAWAR: The PTI government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has removed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Companies Dragons of Pakistan: Faysal Bank secures a ‘Silver Dragon’ KARACHI: The “Dragons of Pakistan” which is an extension of the international ‘Dragons of Asia’ are... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Money & Banking Canadian dollar falls against the greenback TORONTO: The Canadian dollar held on to much of its monthly gain against its US counterpart on Friday as investors... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Industry BF will win SCCI election on performance basis: Bilour PESHAWAR: Businessman Forum leader former senator Ilyas Ahmad Bilour is highly optimistic over prospects of the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Industry HCSTSI president for bolstering border trade to boost economic activities HYDERABAD: President, Hyderabad Chamber of Small Traders & Small Industry, Muhammad Farooq Shaikhani, has... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Taxes President confirms FTO’s order against FBR’s ‘coercive measures’ ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has confirmed a landmark order issued by Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO), who has... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
China to pitch green tech exports to African leaders BEIJING/NAIROBI: China will urge a summit of 50 African nations in Beijing this week to take more of its goods,... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am