Missile fired from Yemen intercepted, Israeli military says JERUSALEM: Air raid sirens sounded across central Israel on Saturday including in Tel Aviv and large bangs were... Published 28 Sep, 2024 11:50pm
Companies Testing the waters?: Xiaomi electric cars seen at Karachi port Xiaomi electric cars – SU7 Max – have been spotted at Karachi port amid reports that Air Link, which manufacturers... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 11:37pm
Biden says Hezbollah leader’s killing a ‘measure of justice’ WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden on Saturday called the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah “a measure of... Published 28 Sep, 2024 10:58pm
Middle East Hezbollah confirms Nasrallah is killed after Israeli strike OCCUPIED JERUSALEM/BEIRUT: Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah has been killed, Hezbollah said on Saturday,... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 10:46pm
Business & Economy Pakistan’s economy to grow at 3.2%, face 9.2% inflation, projects IMF The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected Pakistan’s GDP growth at 3.2% during FY25, compared to 2.4%... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 10:46pm
PM Shehbaz, US president Biden reaffirm desire to enhance cooperation in key sectors Premier says his meeting with the US president and the first lady was 'most warm and cordial' Updated 28 Sep, 2024 10:45pm
PTI ends Rawalpindi protest as Gandapur fails to reach venue KP Chief minister says they do not wish to confront the institutions Updated 28 Sep, 2024 10:44pm
South Asia Tata iPhone component plant disrupted by fire, 10 given medical aid HOSUR: At least 10 people received medical treatment, with two hospitalised, after a major fire on Saturday... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:07pm
Six killed, eight passengers injured in North Waziristan helicopter crash Helicopter belonged to Mari Petroleum Limited Updated 28 Sep, 2024 07:38pm
Business & Economy IMF urges Pakistan to ‘move away’ from state-led growth model, calls for structural reforms Officials note that given ambitious growth projections, there is no room for policy slippages without undermining debt sustainability Updated 28 Sep, 2024 07:32pm
3 policemen injured in Bajaur blast At least three policemen were injured on Saturday in Bajaur District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in a roadside blast, Aaj... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 07:28pm
Middle East Iranian leader Khamenei calls on Muslims to confront Israel DUBAI: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei called on Muslims on Saturday “to stand by the people of Lebanon... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:22pm
Middle East Hamas says Nasrallah ‘assassination’ will only strengthen resistance CAIRO: Palestinian group Hamas said on Saturday it mourned Lebanon’s Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah... Published 28 Sep, 2024 06:33pm
Cricket Sri Lanka scent series victory as New Zealand 199-5 after follow-on GALLE: Sri Lanka were just five wickets away from a crushing second Test and series victory over New Zealand on... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 06:22pm
Madrid can cover Mbappe injury absence in derby: Ancelotti MADRID: Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said his team will be able to cope without injured star signing Kylian... Published 28 Sep, 2024 06:20pm
Sinner ‘very disappointed’ as doping case reignites with WADA appeal BEIJING: Jannik Sinner said Saturday he was “very disappointed” but confident after the World Anti-Doping Agency... Published 28 Sep, 2024 06:16pm
Ruthless Olympic champ Zheng joins Sabalenka in Beijing 3rd round BEIJING: Olympic champion and hometown hero Zheng Qinwen thrilled a packed house at the China Open on Saturday to... Published 28 Sep, 2024 06:13pm
Middle East Iran says Hezbollah leader’s ‘path to continue’ despite his killing TEHRAN: Iran’s foreign ministry said Saturday the path of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah will continue despite his... Published 28 Sep, 2024 06:09pm
Business & Economy Key priorities highlighted by IMF for Pakistan’s $7bn Extended Fund Facility In a key development, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board approved Pakistan’s 37-month Extended... Published 28 Sep, 2024 05:25pm
Arts Van Goghs attacked again in London hours after Just Stop Oil activists sentenced LONDON: Three Just Stop Oil activists threw soup at two of Vincent van Gogh’s ‘Sunflowers’ paintings in London’s... Published 28 Sep, 2024 04:53pm
Luxury Victoria Beckham shows breezy, minimalist dresses at Paris Fashion Week PARIS: For the spring-summer collection of her namesake label, Victoria Beckham showed a line up of minimalist... Published 28 Sep, 2024 04:41pm
Users in Karachi face disruption in WhatsApp services WhatsApp users across Karachi faced issues on Saturday in sending media files through the app while connected to... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 04:10pm
Talk with US-Pakistan Business Council delegation: Attracting US investment top priority: PM President US-Pakistan Business Council says delegation of the Council, being planned this year, would explore further opportunities for investment in Pakistan Updated 28 Sep, 2024 03:55pm
Middle East Hezbollah says it targets Israeli sites in response to Israeli attacks on civilians CAIRO: Lebanon’s Hezbollah said on Saturday that it had targeted Israeli sites including Rosh Pina in the north with... Published 28 Sep, 2024 03:42pm
Bullion Rate Gold price per tola decreases Rs700 in Pakistan Gold prices in Pakistan declined on Saturday in line with their decrease in international rates. In the local... Published 28 Sep, 2024 03:32pm
Middle East Lebanon blocks Iranian plane from entering airspace after Israeli threats, ministry source says CAIRO: Lebanon’s transport ministry told an Iranian aircraft not to enter its airspace after Israel warned air... Published 28 Sep, 2024 03:29pm
South Asia Iran’s Supreme Leader moved to secure location under heightened security, sources say DUBAI: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been transferred to a secure location inside the country... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 03:21pm
PIA says its flights from Islamabad, Rawalpindi fully operational Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) said on Saturday that all of its services were operational. The national... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 03:07pm
Middle East Israel mobilises three reserve battalions for central command Israel’s military said on Saturday it was mobilising three reserve battalions to bolster the defences of its central... Published 28 Sep, 2024 01:35pm
Europe Ukraine says it downed 69 drones, 2 missiles in overnight Russian attack KYIV: Ukraine shot down 69 of 73 drones during an overnight Russian attack that included two ballistic and two... Published 28 Sep, 2024 12:04pm
Europe Ukraine says Russian strikes on medical facility kill six KYIV: A twin Russian strike on a medical facility in Ukraine’s Sumy border region killed at least six people, the... Published 28 Sep, 2024 11:53am
South Asia China holds military drills in South China Sea after talks with US BEIJING: Chinese air and naval forces are conducting manoeuvres in a disputed area of the South China Sea, the... Published 28 Sep, 2024 10:39am
Middle East Israeli airstrikes rock Beirut, Hezbollah command centre hit BEIRUT/JERUSALEM: A wave of air raids hit Beirut’s southern suburbs early on Saturday as Israel stepped up attacks... Published 28 Sep, 2024 10:30am
ECC approves Rs1bn more for SCO Summit next month ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved additional funds of Rs1 billion for... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 09:23am
FED on allotment or transfer of commercial properties challenged ISLAMABAD: The federal excise duty (FED), recently levied through the Finance Act, 2024, on transfer of plots and... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 09:21am
NA panel approves amendment: Money Bill will be referred to finance panel before its passage ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Rules of Procedure and Privileges, unanimously, approved the... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 09:20am
FBR reconstitutes SSTR committee ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reconstituted Single Sales Tax Return (SSTR) Committee for filing... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:55am
Petrol price likely to remain unchanged ISLAMABAD: The federal government is considering maintaining the current price of petrol while implementing a slight... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:48am
Economic recovery: COAS praises role of China, Saudi Arabia and UAE ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, on Friday, inaugurated the Innovista Indus IT Park in... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:48am
PowerChina keen to convert imported coal plants to local coal ones ISLAMABAD: Chinese company PowerChina has shown interest in conversion of imported coal power plants on local coal... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:46am
PM for sovereign state of Palestine based on pre-1967 borders NEW YORK: Expressing anguish over Israeli atrocities against Palestinians, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said this... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:44am
Q1: Rs170bn revenue shortfall glares at FBR ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is likely to face revenue shortfall of Rs170 billion during the first... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:43am
PM invites American banks to invest in Pakistan NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited American banks to invest in Pakistan in key sectors of... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:43am
BR’s refresher: your morning briefing for the day Important updates from September 27, 2024 Published 28 Sep, 2024 08:41am
Old habits die hard I wonder how many children in modern times have even seen a comic book. In my childhood comic books were the... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:23am
IMF lending: tougher tasks lie ahead The International Monetary Fund (IMF), upon securing all pre-conditions, announced this week the approval of the... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:21am
India’s witch-hunt of rights organisations EDITORIAL: The last decade has been very difficult for civil society groups and media in India under the far-right... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:18am
BRICS expansion EDITORIAL: The world’s emerging economies – Brazil, Russia, India and China – created BRIC in 2006 and South... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:16am
JUI-F to hold intra-party polls in Peshawar tomorrow ISLAMABAD: The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) on Friday announced holding intra-party elections on September 29... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:08am
Market witnesses shortage of life-saving drugs LAHORE: Different essential and life-saving drugs have disappeared from the market, putting the health and even the... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:06am
Aleem Dar to retire at end of 2024-25 domestic season LAHORE: Aleem Dar, widely regarded as one of the world’s most respected and admired cricket umpires, will retire ... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 08:05am
Stocks Indian shares end off record highs BENGALURU: Indian shares settled marginally lower on Friday as investors booked profits at the end of a week that ... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:51am
Stocks UAE stocks end lower on weak oil DUBAI: Stock markets in the United Arab Emirates fell on Friday despite China’s big stimulus steps as weak oil... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:50am
Stocks China stocks post best weekly gain since 2008 SHANGHAI: China stocks logged their best week in 16 years on Friday, as Beijing rolled out its most aggressive... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:48am
Stocks Europe’s STOXX 600 at all-time high as China-exposed firms revel in stimulus boost PARIS: Europe’s STOXX 600 share index closed at a record high on Friday as companies and sectors exposed to China... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:47am
Stocks Dow advances to record high after inflation report NEW YORK: The blue-chip Dow rose on Friday to hit an intraday record and small-cap stocks outperformed after a ... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:45am
Money & Banking Asian currencies: Ringgit, Thai baht at over 2-year highs BENGALURU: Asian emerging market currencies were on a roll on Friday, with the Malaysian ringgit and the Thai baht... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:42am
Money & Banking Dollar drops after inflation data NEW YORK: The dollar weakened on Friday after a reading of US inflation indicated price pressures continue to cool,... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:42am
Court withdraws bail of actress Nazish Jahangir LAHORE: A sessions’ court on Friday withdraws bail of an actress Nazish Jahangir due to non-pursuit in a case... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:39am
There’s need to increase exports by boosting seaports, shipping services: minister ISLAMABAD: Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal said that there is a need to... Updated 28 Sep, 2024 07:36am
Pak SAI elected ASOSAI GB member ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Supreme Audit Institution (SAI) on Friday was elected as a member of the Governing Board of... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:34am
Investment objective: 25 Chinese cos express interest BEIJING: As many as, 25 major Chinese investment companies have expressed their deep interest in investing heavily ... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:30am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Friday (September 27, 2024) and the forecast for Saturday (September 28, 2024)... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Reserved seats: ECP urges apex court to review its short order ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) asked the Supreme Court to review its short order (majority) ... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Europe Greece probes Pakistani migrant’s death in police custody ATHENS: Greek authorities on Friday were investigating the death of a migrant in police custody after pictures of ... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
US charges three Iranians over Trump campaign hack WASHINGTON: The United States unveiled charges Friday against three individuals as it accused Iran of election... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Industry Malaysian CG meets Zubair Motiwala KARACHI: Herman Hardynata Ahmad, Consul General of Malaysia, and Hafiz Abdul Jalil, Deputy Director, Management... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Kurram clashes: death toll rises to 46 after five more killed PESHAWAR: Armed clashes in tribal district Kurram continued for seventh consecutive day on Friday and the rival... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
PTI leader demands CEC, four ECP members resign ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Friday said the constitution is under threat from the very institutions... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
PTI approaches LHC against ‘Pemra ban’ LAHORE: Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf has approached the Lahore High Court against Pakistan Electronic and Media ... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Customs seizes smuggled betel nuts near Hub KARACHI: The Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement) in Karachi has recovered over 4000 kilograms of smuggled betel... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Kissan Card scheme: 82,000 farmers receive credit cards LAHORE: Around 82,000 farmers have received their credit cards while the Bank of Punjab has confirmed more than... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Condition of school buildings: Punjab CM orders survey LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed the authorities concerned to seal schools built in... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Ahsan calls to vigorously follow the model of China ISLAMABAD: Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal addressed a ceremony in connection with the National Day of China in... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
BISP launches Programme for Adolescent Girls’ Nutrition ISLAMABAD: BISP has launched Social Protection Support Programme for Adolescent Girls’ Nutrition (SOPRAN), a press... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Idea Sports Programme concludes LAHORE: The closing ceremony of the Idea Sports Program, organized by the University of Education, Lahore, was held... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
SC’s verdict on reserved seats: LHC allows time to govt, ECP on implementation plea LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Friday allowed time to the federal government and the Election Commission of... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
NTDC holds gender mainstreaming training workshop LAHORE: The National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC) is committed for gender mainstreaming and women... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Pakistan rejects New Delhi’s allegations of terrorism NEW YORK: Pakistan has called India out for its history of sponsoring terrorism, rejecting New Delhi’s allegations... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Anti-narcotics efforts: Sindh govt takes step to enhance coordination KARACHI: The Sindh government has decided to establish a fusion center to enhance intelligence sharing and... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
KPT celebrates World Maritime Day KARACHI: Sequence to World Maritime Day Celebrations, Karachi Port Trust (KPT) held a seminar on 27th September 2024... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
No compromise on quality of food, says SFA chief KARACHI: Director General Sindh Food Authority (SFA) Muzammil Halipoto, while referring to his recent discussions... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
PTI protests against proposed constitutional amendments ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Friday staged a protest outside the Supreme Court against the proposed... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
IK steps up criticism of CEC ISLAMABAD: The incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman, Imran Khan, on Friday, said that... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Lt-Gen Muhammad Ali made Secretary Ministry of Defence ISLAMABAD: The Government of Pakistan has appointed Lieutenant General Muhammad Ali as the new Secretary of Defence,... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Friday (September 27, 2024). ==================================== BR... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Friday (September 27, 2024).... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Friday (September 27, 2024). ======================== Open Bid... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Forex Association of Pakistan on Friday (September... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Friday (September 27, 2024). ========================== KIBOR... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Forex Currency values in terms of Special Drawing Rights WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund (IMF), treasuries' department's currency values in terms of Special... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Cotton & Textile Spot rate resists further decline amid modest trading LAHORE: The local cotton market on Friday remained firm and the trading volume remained a little bit low. Cotton... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Energy KE continues crackdown against power thieves KARACHI: K-Electric continues its crackdown on electricity thieves in collaboration with law enforcement agencies.... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Letters ‘Trump’s Achilles’ heel: immigrant voters’ This is apropos a letter to the Editor by this writer carried by the newspaper yesterday. In my view, Kamala Harris,... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Qatar’s rising star in cardiology Qatar, a nation of just 3 million people, is home to a thriving community of Pakistani doctors who are making... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Commodities Gold prices fall KARACHI: The local and international gold prices inched down from all-time highs on Friday, but silver stood firm,... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Pakistan removes floor price for rice exports ISLAMABAD: Pakistan removed a floor price for rice exports on Friday, the country’s commerce ministry said,... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Rates Equities extend losses KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Friday remained under pressure and closed in negative zone as the investors ... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Karachi: Sindh CM announces Rs200bn development plan KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah announced an extensive development plan of Rs200bn for Karachi.... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
FPCCI President highlights difficulties in filing income tax returns KARACHI: Atif Ikram Sheikh, President FPCCI, has highlighted the technical difficulties and delays in filing income... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Cement co found involved in massive tax fraud KARACHI: A top cement company is involved in a huge tax fraud scheme amounting to over Rs. 11 billion through a ... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Industry Hazar Khan made PHMA senior vice chairman FAISALABAD: Hazar Khan elected unopposed as Senior Vice Chairman of Pakistan Hosiery Manufacturers and Exporters... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Industry Mian Abuzar elected LCCI President LAHORE: Mian Abuzar Shad, Engr. Khalid Usman and Shahid Nazir Chaudhry were elected as President, Senior Vice... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Industry Punjab govt dedicates 100 acres of land for shrimp farming LAHORE: The Punjab government has dedicated 100 acres of land for shrimp farming in the first phase with an... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Industry Multan Chamber announces unofficial results LAHORE: The Multan Chamber of Commerce and Industry have announced the unofficial results of its 2024-26 elections.... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Industry PDWP approves feasibility study for fish market LAHORE: The Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) of Punjab for the financial year 2024-25 on Friday approved... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Industry PHMA elects office-bearers KARACHI: Muhammad Babar Khan, Abdul Hameed and Faisal Arshad Shaikh have been elected unopposed as Central Chairman,... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
President UBG appreciates approval of $7bn package by IMF KARACHI: Zubair Tufail, President of the United Business Group (UBG), has described the approval of a $7 billion... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
World Bank official, Ahsan discuss economic measures ISLAMABAD: Najy Benhassine, the country director of World Bank called on Minister for Planning, Development and... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Minister expresses satisfaction on implementation of SME policy LAHORE: Rana Tanveer Hussain, Federal Minister Industries and Production chaired the 12th Meeting of National... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Cnergyico buys Pakistan’s first Black Sea CPC Blend MOSCOW/ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s biggest oil refiner Cnergyico said it has recently bought Black Sea CPC Blend, ... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Stocks Shanghai exchange apologises for slowdown as demand soars SHANGHAI: The Shanghai Stock Exchange apologised on Friday for an “abnormal slowdown” in transactions that sent... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Finance Division says economy indicating positive developments ISLAMABAD: Inflation has dropped to single digit and is expected to remain within the range of eight percent to nine... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Weekly SPI inflation up 0.05pc ISLAMABAD: The Sensitive Price Index (SPI)-based inflation for the week ended September 26, 2024, increased by 0.05... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
SBP receives over $1bn first tranche of IMF loan KARACHI: Pakistan, on Friday received over $1 billion inflows as the first tranche of a long-term loan from the IMF,... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am