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Print - 2017-03-02
Spot dollar rates

Spot dollar rates

Spot Dollar rates from Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co Ltd on Wednesday (March 01, 2017).

Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Money Market Report
Currency

Money Market Report

Money market report by Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari & Co on Wednesday (March 01, 2017).
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Currency notes: exchange rates
Currency

Currency notes: exchange rates

Exchange rates for Currency Notes issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) here on Wednesday (March 01, 2017).

Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Exchange rates: buying and selling

Exchange rates: buying and selling

Exchange rates issued by the Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan on Wednesday (March 01, 2017).

Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Barclays bid rates and maximum rates for payment of interest

Barclays bid rates and maximum rates for payment of interest

Barclays bid rates, maximum rates for payment of interest by authorised dealers on deposits (other than those brought under FE Circular No: 45 of 1985) and on deposits (brought under FE Circular No: 45 of 1985) - issued by the Foreign Exchange Rates Commi
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates
Currency

State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates

Rates applicable for conversion into rupees of Foreign Currency Deposits, Dollar Bearer Certificates, Foreign Currency Bearer Certificates, Special US Dollar bonds and profits thereon by all banks and also for providing forward cover on foreign currency d
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

The following were the fluctuations observed during the day:

Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

The following were the fluctuations observed during the day:

Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
PAKISTAN - A Regional Trade and Energy Corridor

PAKISTAN - A Regional Trade and Energy Corridor

Pakistan is uniquely placed geographically at the confluence of South Asia, West Asia, Central Asia and Western China. By virtue of its geostrategic location at the crossroads of the mentioned sub-regions, Pakistan offers the most economical trade routes
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Message from Prime Minister of Kyrgyz Republic

Message from Prime Minister of Kyrgyz Republic

The Government of the Kyrgyz Republic congratulates the Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan upon holding the next 13th ECO Summit in Islamabad, wishes success and expresses hope that during the presidency of Pakistan, the Organisation activitie
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Message from President of the Republic of Turkmenistan

Message from President of the Republic of Turkmenistan

Being committed to the goals and objectives set for the Economic Co-operation Organisation, Turkmenistan will be making efforts for the future broadening of overall co-operation among the ECO Member States aimed at effective regional development and prosp
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Message from President of the Republic of Turkey

Message from President of the Republic of Turkey

I am pleased to visit Islamabad on the occasion of the 13th Summit of the Organisation of Economic Co-operation Summit to be hosted by friendly and brotherly Pakistan.
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Message from President of the Republic of Tajikistan

Message from President of the Republic of Tajikistan

The Summit arrangement at high level apparently shows the continuous attention paid by the Leadership of Pakistan to regional co-operation, enhancement and expansion. It is obvious that over the past period, we made certain achievements in development of
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Message from President of the Islamic Republic of Iran

Message from President of the Islamic Republic of Iran

Member countries of Economic Co-operation Organisation (ECO) apart from geographical borders and various political and economic systems enjoy joint culture, which is an achievement and heritage of their history of thousands of years; it has the profound r
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Message from President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Message from President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

The Economic Co-operation Organisation is a product of our political will to cooperate closely for the benefit of our peoples. Successful activity of the ECO is in our common interests. Peoples of our countries share common history, culture, traditions an
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Message from President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

Message from President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

The Economic Co-operation Organisation (ECO) is one of the oldest and most important regional forums, with unique geo-strategic location Europe to China and Russia and Central Asia to South Asia and the Middle East. ECO's core objective to achieve collect
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Message from Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

Message from Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

On behalf of my Government and the People of Pakistan and on my own behalf, I would like to welcome all our honourable guests to Pakistan. We look forward to hosting a result oriented 13th ECO Summit meeting here in Islamabad. Since its inception, ECO has
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Message from President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

Message from President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

On the auspicious occasion of Pakistan's hosting of the 13th Summit of the Economic Co-operation Organisation (ECO), I would like to convey my warmest greetings and felicitations to distinguished leaders and delegates for their participation in the Summit
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
CBOT soyabeans futures climb, led by soyaoil on biodiesel prospects

CBOT soyabeans futures climb, led by soyaoil on biodiesel prospects

Chicago Board of Trade soyabean futures climbed Tuesday, led by soyaoil on prospects for increased US demand for soya-based biodiesel fuel, traders said. CBOT May soyabean futures settled up 13-3/4 cents at $10.35-3/4 per bushel. Additional support stemme
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
PMEX daily trading report
Cotton

PMEX daily trading report

On Tuesday, at Pakistan Mercantile Exchange Limited, PMEX Commodity Index closed at 3,124. The total traded value of Metals, Energy and COTS/FX was recorded at PKR 6.64 billion and the number of lots traded was 18,608. Major business was contributed by go
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
EU wheat prices rise on strong US markets

EU wheat prices rise on strong US markets

European wheat prices rebounded on Tuesday in the wake of a strong rise on US markets, supported by a weaker dollar and reports that President Donald Trump was considering changes in the US policy on biofuels. Benchmark May milling wheat on Euronext was 1
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
CBOT corn futures rise on fund buying

CBOT corn futures rise on fund buying

Corn futures on the Chicago Board of Trade rose on Tuesday on fund-driven buying and views that changes to the US renewable fuels policy would boost demand for corn-based ethanol, traders said. Benchmark CBOT May corn settled up 5-1/2 cents at $3.73-3/4 p
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Chinese steel, iron ore futures fall nearly three percent

Chinese steel, iron ore futures fall nearly three percent

Chinese steel and iron ore futures fell nearly 3 percent on Tuesday after sharp gains in the prior session amid reports that the country's top economic planner was investigating the recent surge in futures markets. China's National Development and Reform
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Activities at Karachi and Qasim ports

Activities at Karachi and Qasim ports

The Karachi Port handled 165,247 tonnes of cargo comprising 122,965 tonnes of import cargo and 42,282 tonnes of export cargo including 6,059 loaded and empty containers during the last 24 hours ending at 0700 hours on Wednesday. The total import cargo of
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Cotton prices rise on fresh demand
Cotton

Cotton prices rise on fresh demand

Prices picked up modestly and trading activity also improved on the cotton market on Wednesday on emergence of fresh buying interest by mills and spinners, dealers said. The official spot rate was unchanged at Rs 6650, they said. In Sindh, seed cotton pri
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Canadian canola futures jump

Canadian canola futures jump

ICE Canadian canola futures jumped on Tuesday after speculation about a US executive order on ethanol drove up soyaoil prices, but canola's gains ebbed after the White House said no such order was in the works. Soyaoil and canola are feed stocks in produc
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
CBOT wheat futures up on bargain-buying

CBOT wheat futures up on bargain-buying

Wheat futures on the Chicago Board of Trade settled higher Tuesday on bargain-buying after a three-session decline and following strong advances in corn and soybeans, traders said. CBOT May wheat settled up 5 cents at $4.43-3/4 per bushel. K.C. May hard r
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Cyprus records best ever tourism income in 2016

Cyprus records best ever tourism income in 2016

Cyprus saw its best ever receipts from tourism in 2016, data showed Wednesday, in a record year for the Mediterranean holiday island considered a regional safe haven. Tourism income last year reached 2.36 billion euros ($2.48 billion) compared to 2.11 bil
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Inflation-averse Germans see fastest price rises in 4-1/2 years

Inflation-averse Germans see fastest price rises in 4-1/2 years

German inflation, a politically- and emotionally-charged issue for consumers heading for the polls later this year, soared to its highest level in four-and-a-half years in February, bounding past the European Central Bank's euro zone target. Manufacturing
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Chinese magnate buys London 'Cheesegrater' skyscraper

Chinese magnate buys London 'Cheesegrater' skyscraper

Chinese property magnate Cheung Chung Kiu has agreed to buy London's distinctive "Cheesegrater" skyscraper for £1.15-billion, current owner British Land said Wednesday, as foreign buyers profit from sterling's slump.
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
China's factory growth beats expectations

China's factory growth beats expectations

China's factory activity expanded faster than expected in February as domestic and export demand picked up, adding to signs that the global economy is regaining momentum even as fears grow of a surge in trade protectionism. Growth in both output and order
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Eurozone factory growth at six-year high
Currency

Eurozone factory growth at six-year high

Eurozone manufacturing growth accelerated to a six-year high in February as a weaker euro helped drive strong demand for its exports, with inflationary pressure showing further signs of recovering, a business survey showed. While the upturn in euro zone f
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
US consumer spending slows; inflation rises

US consumer spending slows; inflation rises

US consumer spending rose less than expected in January as the largest monthly increase in inflation in four years eroded households' purchasing power, pointing to moderate economic growth in the first quarter. The surge in inflation raises the possibilit
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Eurotunnel hails 'best year ever' as profits triple

Eurotunnel hails 'best year ever' as profits triple

Eurotunnel, which manages the rail link under the Channel, said Wednesday that 2016 was the best year in its more than 20-year history as profits tripled and passenger numbers grew. Despite fears over Britain's exit from the EU and terrorism jitters in Fr
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Americans buy more trucks, SUVs in February

Americans buy more trucks, SUVs in February

Americans' strong appetite for light trucks and sport utility vehicles helped drive sales higher in February at some automakers, while others struggled with continued weakening demand for sedans and compact cars. GM and Nissan posted sales gains last mont
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
ME markets diverge in low volumes; Qatar rebounds

ME markets diverge in low volumes; Qatar rebounds

Trading volumes in Middle Eastern stocks were light on Wednesday, with relatively modest moves and regional markets taking different directions. Qatar's index rebounded 0.5 percent after dropping 2.2 percent in the previous session. All but one of the six
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Tokyo stocks higher after Trump speech

Tokyo stocks higher after Trump speech

Tokyo shares rose Wednesday as investors breathed a sigh of relief that US President Donald Trump's speech to Congress did not deliver any unwelcome surprises, but it offered little new on his economic growth plans. Dealers were keen to see if Trump would
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Wednesday's early afternoon trade: Dow tops 21,000 mark

Wednesday's early afternoon trade: Dow tops 21,000 mark

The Dow crossed the 21,000 mark for the first time ever on Wednesday, as President Donald Trump's measured tone in his first speech to Congress lifted investor optimism and bank stocks surged on hopes of an interest rate hike this month. Trump on Tuesday
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Dow breaks 12-day record streak; retail down

Dow breaks 12-day record streak; retail down

US stocks slipped on Tuesday and the Dow snapped a 12-day streak of record closes as investors awaited President Donald Trump's address to Congress, while a disappointing outlook from Target dragged down retailers. All three major indexes posted gains, ho
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Hong Kong stocks soar

Hong Kong stocks soar

Hong Kong shares edged higher on Wednesday, snapping a four-day losing streak, helped by better-than-expected Chinese official and private factory activity surveys. The benchmark Hang Seng index added 0.2 percent, to 23,776.49. The Hong Kong China Enterpr
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Long-dated Treasury yields down

Long-dated Treasury yields down

Longer-dated US Treasury yields fell on Tuesday on month-end buying and shorter-dated yields rose on bets the Federal Reserve might raise interest rates as soon as March, causing a part of the yield curve to hit its flattest level since November. The Trea
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Long-dated Treasury yields down

Long-dated Treasury yields down

Longer-dated US Treasury yields fell on Tuesday on month-end buying and shorter-dated yields rose on bets the Federal Reserve might raise interest rates as soon as March, causing a part of the yield curve to hit its flattest level since November. The Trea
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Indian shares surge

Indian shares surge

Indian shares rose on Wednesday, snapping two days of losses and approaching a key psychological level of 9,000, after stronger-than-expected economic growth eased worries about the impact of the government's demagnetisation drive. The broader NSE index c
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
China stocks rise

China stocks rise

China stocks rose on Wednesday after better-than-expected factory activity surveys reinforced recent signs of rising economic momentum, but gains were pared in the afternoon as investors took profits. The blue-chip CSI300 index rose 0.2 percent to 3,458.4
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Banks, basic resources lift European shares

Banks, basic resources lift European shares

Basic resource stocks were the top performers in a rising European share market on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump pledged $1 trillion of infrastructure spending in his first speech to Congress. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 1 percent, w
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Australian and New Zealand shares fall

Australian and New Zealand shares fall

Australian shares ended lower for a fifth straight session on Wednesday, pulled down by telecom and material stocks, after U.S President Donald Trump's much-awaited speech offered little clarity on his infrastructure and tax reform plans. Further, comment
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Southeast Asian markets mixed

Southeast Asian markets mixed

Most Southeast Asian stock markets were mixed on Wednesday as US President Donald Trump did not offer further details on his plans for infrastructure spending and tax reforms, while the dollar strengthened on growing expectations of a Fed rate hike this m
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Banks, miners propel FTSE share index to new record high

Banks, miners propel FTSE share index to new record high

Britain's FTSE 100 share index surged to a fresh record high on Wednesday, with commodities-related stocks tracking stronger metals, while banks gained on expectations of further hikes in US interest rates. The index closed up 1.6 percent at 7,382.90 poin
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Dollar perks up in Asia
Currency

Dollar perks up in Asia

The dollar ticked up on Wednesday as Federal Reserve policy-setters fanned expectations of a rate hike this month, while US President Donald Trump offered Congress little details on his stimulus as some investors had expected. The greenback extended gains
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Dollar jumps in Europe
Currency

Dollar jumps in Europe

The dollar hit a seven-week high on Wednesday on hopes the US Federal Reserve would lift rates this month, after hawkish comments from two of its top officials overshadowed US President Donald Trump's first major policy speech to Congress.
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Early trade in New York: Dollar hits seven-week high
Currency

Early trade in New York: Dollar hits seven-week high

The dollar hit a seven-week high on Wednesday after hawkish comments from two Federal Reserve officials late on Tuesday increased expectations that the US central bank is closer to raising interest rates. New York Fed President William Dudley, a permanent
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Dollar little changed in New York
Currency

Dollar little changed in New York

The dollar retraced earlier weakness to be little changed on Tuesday as investors awaited US President Donald Trump's speech to Congress for fresh indications of his economic plans and as portfolios were rebalanced for month-end. Investors were wary that
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Bangladesh's interbank forex rates

Bangladesh's interbank forex rates

Interbank buy/sell rates for the taka against the dollar on Wednesday. 79.38-79.39 (previous 79.37-79.37).
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Sri Lankan rupee up
Currency

Sri Lankan rupee up

The Sri Lankan rupee ended firmer for a fourth straight session on Wednesday as greenback sales by exporters and banks outpaced importer dollar demand, dealers said. Rupee forwards were active with two-week forwards ending slightly firmer at 151.70/80 per
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Asian currencies fall

Asian currencies fall

Asian currencies fell on Wednesday after comments from US Federal Reserve officials bolstered expectations for a Fed rate hike this month, even as President Donald Trump's speech lacked details on his plans for tax reforms. The Singapore dollar fell 0.4 p
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Sterling sinks to six-week low
Currency

Sterling sinks to six-week low

Sterling sank to a six-week low against a broadly stronger US dollar on Wednesday as a weaker-than-expected batch of economic data added to political nerves that have begun to weigh on the currency again after last year's Brexit vote. The pound has been s
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Aussie up, kiwi down

Aussie up, kiwi down

The Australian dollar rose on Wednesday after data showed the country's economy rebounded sharply in the fourth quarter, extending its 25 years of uninterrupted expansion. Sentiment was, however, jittery as investors digested a key policy speech by US Pre
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Myanmar government swats away 'biased' UN abuse claims

Myanmar government swats away 'biased' UN abuse claims

A close aide to Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi on Wednesday dismissed mounting international pressure over alleged abuses of Rohingya Muslims as "biased and unfair", despite UN evidence of murder, rape and torture by security forces. The United Nations has sa
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Colombia's FARC rebels begin disarming

Colombia's FARC rebels begin disarming

Colombia's FARC rebels begin disarming Wednesday under a historic peace deal, beginning the delicate transition from guerrilla army to political party after more than half a century at war. After weeks of mustering its troops at designated disarmament zon
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Trade rises as tensions ease on Western Sahara contested road

Trade rises as tensions ease on Western Sahara contested road

Trade has picked up on a contested road in Western Sahara on Morocco's border with Mauritania after tensions eased between troops and separatists, officials and truck drivers said Wednesday. Moroccan television said truck drivers were no longer being dete
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Trump promises 'renewal of the American spirit'

Trump promises 'renewal of the American spirit'

Donald Trump pledged a "renewal of the American spirit" Tuesday, as he fleshed out his America-first agenda in a more measured presidential tone during a landmark speech to Congress. Transposing hard-line campaign promises into a presidential key, Trump o
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Sharapova handed Rome wildcard

Sharapova handed Rome wildcard

Five-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova has been given a wildcard to play in the Italian Open in May, organisers said Wednesday. The Rome tournament runs from May 15 to May 21. She has also been handed a wildcard for the May 6-13 Madrid Open.
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Former England batsman Hampshire dies

Former England batsman Hampshire dies

Former England batsman and Test umpire John Hampshire has died aged 76 after a long illness Yorkshire County Cricket club announced on Wednesday. Hampshire made history on his Test debut by becoming the first Englishman to score a century at Lord's in his
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Sri Lanka promotes two cricketing soldiers

Sri Lanka promotes two cricketing soldiers

Two cricketing soldiers who helped Sri Lanka to victory in recent Twenty20 clashes abroad have been promoted for their exploits on the pitch, the military said Wednesday. All-rounder Sekkuge Prasanna rose a rank for his strong showing in South Africa whil
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Army lead in CM's U-23 Volleyball

Army lead in CM's U-23 Volleyball

Strong title contender Pakistan Army led the way in the ongoing Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa National Under-23 Volleyball Championship being played here at PSB Coaching Center on Wednesday. Acting Secretary General Pakistan Volleyball Federation M. B
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Guptill's 180 levels ODI series

Guptill's 180 levels ODI series

Martin Guptill roared back from injury with a record-breaking 180 as New Zealand thrashed South Africa by seven wickets to level the one-day international series in Hamilton on Wednesday. Guptill's score was the highest by a New Zealander in an ODI chase
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Tickets sold like a 'hot cake'

Tickets sold like a 'hot cake'

Minor clashes were reported at a few places outside designated braches of a bank as cricket fans thronged them to grab the PSL final tickets on Wednesday. Long queues were seen across braches of the bank in the city as tickets for the much-awaited contest
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Gladiators Wright joins other team-mates to pull out of PSL final

Gladiators Wright joins other team-mates to pull out of PSL final

England one day specialist Luke Wright joined Kevin Pietersen and other foreign team-mates in withdrawing from the Pakistan Super League final on March 5 over safety fears regarding the final being in Lahore. Wright, who has played 50 One Day Internationa
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
AVM elected SVP of Pakistan Squash Federation

AVM elected SVP of Pakistan Squash Federation

Air Vice Marshal Shahid Akhtar Alvi was unanimously elected as the Senior Vice President of Pakistan Squash Federation (PSF) in the 44th Annual General Council Meeting of PSF at Air Headquarters, Islamabad on Wednesday. Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman, Chie
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Djokovic through in Mexico on return

Djokovic through in Mexico on return

Former world number one Novak Djokovic was made to work hard before finishing strongly to defeat Martin Klizan in straight sets on his return to competition at the ATP Acapulco event on Tuesday. Djokovic has not played since his shock second round exit at
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Trump's state visit to Britain delayed

Trump's state visit to Britain delayed

US President Donald Trump has asked to delay his state visit to Britain later this year to allow public anger over the invitation to recede, it was reported Wednesday. The Sun tabloid said the trip, originally believed to be planned for June, was now bein
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Palestinian killed

Palestinian killed

A Palestinian stabbed and wounded a settler whose home he broke into in the occupied West Bank before the Israeli shot him dead, the army said Wednesday. A military spokeswoman said the attack took place in Teneh Omarim, south of Hebron. The settler, 33,
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Top Paris label sacks agency over 'sadistic' abuse of models

Top Paris label sacks agency over 'sadistic' abuse of models

Fashion brand Balenciaga said Wednesday it had sacked its casting agency amid a furore over the "sadistic" mistreatment of models at Paris fashion week. The label, the hottest on the Paris catwalk, said it had sent a written apology to the 150 women who w
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Rights groups press Germany to take in more refugees

Rights groups press Germany to take in more refugees

German pro-migrant groups Wednesday urged Chancellor Angela Merkel's government to respect its pledge under an EU deal and take in its share of refugees still stuck in Greece or Italy. "There are empty places in reception centres, we have planes, but ther
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Three Spanish architects win the Pritzker Prize

Three Spanish architects win the Pritzker Prize

Three relatively unknown Spanish architects - Rafael Aranda, Carme Pigem and Ramon Vilalta - on Wednesday won the prestigious Pritzker Prize for works that are modern but deeply rooted in their local surroundings. The choice was seen as a move away from t
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Sri Lankan Tamils blast government over failure to probe war crimes

Sri Lankan Tamils blast government over failure to probe war crimes

Sri Lanka's main Tamil party accused the government Wednesday of not lifting a finger to address wartime crimes, as the foreign minister asked the UN for more time to investigate abuses. President Maithripala Sirisena had agreed to a United Nations resolu
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Syria regime, rebels committed war crimes in Aleppo: UN

Syria regime, rebels committed war crimes in Aleppo: UN

War crimes were committed by all Syrian sides during the battle for Aleppo, which included chemical weapons attacks, civilian executions and forced displacements following the rebel defeat, a UN probe said Wednesday. The United Nations Commission of Inqui
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
UN reports Antarctica's highest temperatures on record

UN reports Antarctica's highest temperatures on record

The UN's World Meteorological Organisation published the highest temperatures on record in three Antarctic zones Wednesday, setting a benchmark for studying how climate change is affecting this crucial region. Mapping Antarctica's extremes is essential fo
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Iran and Turkey presidents meet to defuse tensions

Iran and Turkey presidents meet to defuse tensions

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan agreed on Wednesday to improve ties, including in the fight against terrorism, Iran's state news agency IRNA said, following some angry exchanges between the regional rivals. Tehran an
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
45,000 displaced by battles around Yemen's Mokha: UN

45,000 displaced by battles around Yemen's Mokha: UN

Fighting around Yemen's port of Mokha has forced some 45,000 people from their homes, a UN official said Wednesday, with many facing continued uncertainty and the threat of further displacement. Shabia Mantoo, the Yemen spokeswoman for refugee agency UNHC
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am
Tight security as Malaysia court charges women with Kim murder

Tight security as Malaysia court charges women with Kim murder

A tightly-guarded Malaysian court Wednesday charged two women with murdering the estranged half-brother of North Korea's leader, who was killed with a powerful nerve agent, and warned them they face the death penalty if convicted. The handcuffed suspects
Published 02 Mar, 2017 12:00am