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Print - 2019-01-26
Brazil dam collapse releases huge flow of mud; deaths feared

Brazil dam collapse releases huge flow of mud; deaths feared

A dam collapsed in southeast Brazil Friday, unleashing a torrent of mud that was feared to have killed a number of people living in an area close to the city of Belo Horizonte, a local fire service official said. Emergency services were still responding t
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Investigators probe pilot of missing Sala flight

Investigators probe pilot of missing Sala flight

British investigators said Friday they were probing the licence held by the pilot of the small plane carrying Premier League player Emiliano Sala that went missing over the Channel this week. The light aircraft transporting the 28-year-old striker, who si
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Mexico offers to host Venezuela rivals for crisis talks

Mexico offers to host Venezuela rivals for crisis talks

Mexico is prepared to host President Nicolas Maduro and his opposition rival, self-declared interim president Juan Guaido, for talks to resolve Venezuela's spiraling crisis, President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said Friday. Lopez Obrador, whose governmen
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
US diplomats leave Caracas embassy as Washington backs Maduro rival

US diplomats leave Caracas embassy as Washington backs Maduro rival

Some US diplomats left the embassy in Caracas for the airport on Friday in a convoy escorted by police, according to a Reuters witness, after Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro broke off relations with Washington and ordered American personnel out. The U
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Turkish court orders release of Kurdish MP on hunger strike

Turkish court orders release of Kurdish MP on hunger strike

A Turkish court ordered the release on Friday of a Kurdish lawmaker jailed last year for criticising Ankara's military operation in Syria and on hunger strike for nearly three months. Though expected to walk free later on Friday, Leyla Guven still faces t
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Greek MPs approve Macedonia name change in 'historic' deal

Greek MPs approve Macedonia name change in 'historic' deal

The Greek parliament on Friday narrowly ratified a landmark deal to rename neighbouring Macedonia, ending one of the world's longest diplomatic disputes and earning rich praise for the "historic" move. A total of 153 MPs in the 300-seat Greek parliament a
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Facebook getting its messaging apps to be friends

Facebook getting its messaging apps to be friends

Facebook said Friday it is trying to get its messaging apps to be friends, allowing encrypted missives be exchanged no matter which of its services are used. The leading social network is behind free, stand-alone smartphone apps Instagram, Messenger and W
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Fact-check: no, Facebook, Instagram did not revoke Maduro's verification

Fact-check: no, Facebook, Instagram did not revoke Maduro's verification

Several media outlets and internet users claimed that Facebook and Instagram had "unverified" Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's accounts Wednesday and given "verified" check marks to those of National Assembly head Juan Guaido. This is false: Maduro w
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Iran showcases rapid deployment forces in army war games

Iran showcases rapid deployment forces in army war games

Iran staged war games on Friday involving newly developed rapid redeployment units focused on fighting enemy aggressors and armed militants, state media reported, amid increased tensions with the United States and following a militant attack.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Libyan oil ports Es Sider, Brega closed, production unaffected

Libyan oil ports Es Sider, Brega closed, production unaffected

The eastern Libyan oil ports of Es Sider and Brega have been closed due to bad weather but crude production has not been affected, an official from state oil firm NOC said. Storage capacity is sufficient for a few days and the remaining ports were open, t
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Oil climbs on Venezuelan crisis despite surging US supply

Oil climbs on Venezuelan crisis despite surging US supply

Oil prices edged higher on Friday as political turmoil in Venezuela threatened to tighten crude supply, but concerns over surging US fuel stocks and global economic woes weighed on sentiment. The United States signalled on Thursday it may impose sanctions
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
TOCOM near-term contract leads rally, but books weekly loss

TOCOM near-term contract leads rally, but books weekly loss

Benchmark Tokyo rubber futures climbed on Friday, following sharp gains in the near-term contract and on stronger oil prices, but booked their first weekly loss in four amid lingering worries over US-Sino trade disputes and slowing global economic growth.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Gold soars to over seven-month high as dollar falls ahead of Fed meet

Gold soars to over seven-month high as dollar falls ahead of Fed meet

Gold jumped over 1 percent to a more than seven-month high on Friday, briefly surpassing the $1,300 mark, as the dollar slid ahead of a US Federal Reserve meeting next week where the central bank is widely expected to leave interest rates unchanged.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Business community's issues to be addressed: Dagha

Business community's issues to be addressed: Dagha

The government is endeavouring to create a business friendly environment to help generate the commerce and trade activities in the country with a view to speed up the pace of economy. Mohammad Younus Dagha, secretary commerce stated this while talking to
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Aleema Khanum denies link with any of charities

Aleema Khanum denies link with any of charities

Aleema Khanum, sister of Prime Minister Imran Khan, has denied any link between her income/assets and any of the charities with which she or any of her siblings is associated. "The sources of our client's income and assets have nothing whatsoever to do wi
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Senate chief seeks reply from PM over ministers' absence

Senate chief seeks reply from PM over ministers' absence

Perturbed over continuous absence of ministers from the house, chairman senate Sadiq Sajnrani on Friday sought reply from Prime Minister Imran Khan over no-show of his cabinet members to respond the business of their respective ministries. For the second
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Promotion of tourism crucial for economic progress: Fehmida Mirza

Promotion of tourism crucial for economic progress: Fehmida Mirza

Minister for inter-provincial coordination Dr Fehmida Mirza Friday said that promotion of tourism is crucial for economic and social development of the country. Addressing a news conference here, the minister said that Pakistan has wide tourism potential
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Interior ministry removes Hamza's name from blacklist

Interior ministry removes Hamza's name from blacklist

The interior ministry on Friday reportedly removed the name of Leader of Opposition in Punjab assembly Hamza Shehbaz from blacklist while following the orders of Lahore High Court (LHC). Hamza had filed a petition in the court while making interior minist
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
NA passes 'The Islamabad High Court (Amendment) Bill, 2019'

NA passes 'The Islamabad High Court (Amendment) Bill, 2019'

The National Assembly Friday passed 'The Islamabad High Court (Amendment) Bill, 2019' amid protest of opposition parties while fate of the Finance Supplementary (Second Amendment) Bill, 2019 hangs in the balance as Speaker Asad Qaiser prorogued the House
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Pakistani national jailed in Dubai

Pakistani national jailed in Dubai

A Pakistani national has landed in jail after attempted to take a driving test for his friend in Dubai. The Dubai Court of First Instance this week posed fine Dh1000 (approximately Rs 38000), and ordered to deport the man after serving his jail term. Pros
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
UK diplomats meet Elahi

UK diplomats meet Elahi

British High Commission political consul William Middleton and British Institution for International Development (DFID) Lahore Chief Jinal Shah called on Punjab Assembly Speaker Chaudhry Parvez Elahi at his residence here on Friday and exchanged views reg
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Policies to promote industrial activities being framed: Sarwar

Policies to promote industrial activities being framed: Sarwar

The Punjab Governor Chaudhry Mohammad Sarwar on Friday said the government in consultation with the business community is formulating policies aimed at promotion of industrial activities which will help overcome unemployment.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
PU busy in preparing several policies: VC

PU busy in preparing several policies: VC

Punjab University (PU) is preparing national education policy which would soon be presented to the government, said PU Vice Chancellor Prof Niaz Ahmad. He was addressing the first national conference on 'Education Policy and Development 2019' with the the
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Maple Leaf Cement wins CSR Award

Maple Leaf Cement wins CSR Award

Maple Leaf Cement has won CSR Award 2019 by the National Forum for Environment and Health here the other day. Commenting over the achievement, a company's spokesman said that the Maple Leaf Cement believes and implements contribution to environment and co
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
PRCS to create awareness about climate change

PRCS to create awareness about climate change

Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) in collaboration with the German Red Cross is initiating country-wide awareness drive for raising awareness about threats associated with the climate change.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
NTDC restores power system in southern Island

NTDC restores power system in southern Island

The spokesman of National Transmission and Despatch Company Limited (NTDC) has said NTDC teams restored the power system in shortest possible time in southern island which was tripped due to dense fog on Friday morning. The affected power supply to Baloch
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Buzdar vows to bring positive changes to police stations' culture

Buzdar vows to bring positive changes to police stations' culture

Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar on Friday said police should improve its overall attitude and there must be a conspicuous change in the culture of police stations. He has directed that effective steps should be taken for the protection of life a
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
VOP asks political parties to refrain from backing PTM

VOP asks political parties to refrain from backing PTM

The Veterans of Pakistan (formerly PESA) on Friday warned the political parties about the anti-Pakistan activities of so-called Pashtoon Tahaffuz Movement (PTM) which is targeting Army and country.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Judge pays surprise visit to civil hospital Hyderabad

Judge pays surprise visit to civil hospital Hyderabad

The District & Sessions Judge Hyderabad Abdul Ghani Soomro has paid a surprise visit to civil hospital Hyderabad this morning where he visited ICU, child care unit, urology and medical-III wards. He checked the facilities being provided to patients. Durin
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
LCCI hails 'mini-budget'

LCCI hails 'mini-budget'

President, Lasbela Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Maqsood Ismail has hailed the budget measures announced by the Federal Minister for Finance, Asad Umar. He said the government has taken some corrective steps first time since it has taken over t
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
SHC seeks mechanism for probing A-class cases

SHC seeks mechanism for probing A-class cases

Sindh High Court (SHC) sought the mechanism for investigation of A-class cases and directed the IGP and Prosecutor General (PG) Sindh in this regard. The court also expressed surprise over the office of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh for having n
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
University of Karachi offers courses in Arabic language

University of Karachi offers courses in Arabic language

The University of Karachi on Friday announced certificate and diploma courses in Arabic language. According to detail, the Arabic department would conduct the certificate and diploma courses and those who are interested in these programs may apply for adm
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
BMP chief optimistic of PKR's stabilisation

BMP chief optimistic of PKR's stabilisation

Chairman of Businessmen Panel (BMP), Mian Anjum Nisar has expressed hoped that now Pakistan Rupee will be stable after increasing in country's foreign reserves as 18th January 2019, liquid foreign reserve exchange position was $ 13.25 billion dollars offi
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
School van catches fire

School van catches fire

A school van burst into flames in the city's Korangi area on Friday with rescue officials rushing to the scene to control the blaze. According to reports, the incident occurred at Korangi's Zaman Town with the school van catching fire. It was further reve
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Customs value of various spices, nutmeg revised

Customs value of various spices, nutmeg revised

Directorate General Customs Valuation (DGCV) has revised the customs values of various spices and nutmeg under sub-section (7) of the section 25 of the Customs Act, 1969. According to details, the customs values of various spices and nutmeg were earlier d
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
EFP criticises government's 'reforms package'

EFP criticises government's 'reforms package'

"Despite tall claims made by the government, The Reforms Package 2019 does not holistically reflect the present government's manifesto of rapid industrialization nor fulfill expectations of the major stakeholder body represented by the Employers' Federati
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Gang of dacoits nabbed in Islamabad

Gang of dacoits nabbed in Islamabad

Local police have busted a five-member gang of dacoits involved in more than 30 robberies, murder of a trader and firing at Eagle Squad of police.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
JI, other parties to observe Kashmir Solidarity Day on February 5

JI, other parties to observe Kashmir Solidarity Day on February 5

Emir Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Siraj-ul-Haq Friday asked the government to devise a consensus-based strategy on Kashmir as Indian occupational forces within past few months have intensified acts of state terrorism against the innocent people. Addressing a pres
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Shahi Hamam found beneath Lahore Fort

Shahi Hamam found beneath Lahore Fort

The archaeology department has discovered royal bath (Shahi Hamam) beneath the Lahore Fort after removing 100,000 cubic feet soil. It is one of the historical sites being discovered in and around the fort. This royal bath of Akbari period is situated behi
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
CRI Group's anti-corruption summit on January 29

CRI Group's anti-corruption summit on January 29

Corporate Research and Investigations (CRI) Group - one of the leading partners in due diligence and background screenings for corporate sector - would hold third Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Summit next week here on Tuesday (January 29).
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Australian HC hosts reception for scholars

Australian HC hosts reception for scholars

Australian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Margaret Adamson, hosted a reception last night to celebrate the successful completion of courses undertaken by 56 Australia Awards scholars. "I'm encouraged by the growing number of Pakistanis who make Australia
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Government to protect interest of local tobacco growers: NA speaker

Government to protect interest of local tobacco growers: NA speaker

Speaker, National Assembly, Assad Qaisar has unequivocally said that rights of tobacco growers, small companies and associated dealers would be protected. He was chairing a meeting to discuss matters relating to tobacco growers here on Friday. The meeting
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Swiss company constructing five luxury hotels in KP

Swiss company constructing five luxury hotels in KP

The President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Swiss hotels and resorts' chain Henri (Hans) W R Kennedie Friday said that his company is constructing luxury hotels in different cities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He was talking to Chief Minister Khyber Pakh
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Zahoor meets SCO secretary general in Beijing

Zahoor meets SCO secretary general in Beijing

Zahoor Ahmed, Additional Secretary and National Coordinator of Pakistan for SCO, met the new Secretary General of SCO Vladimor Norov on the sidelines of the meeting of the Council of National Coordinators in the SCO Secretariat, Beijing.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
KP BDU defused 201 IEDs in 2018

KP BDU defused 201 IEDs in 2018

The Bomb Disposal Unit (BDU) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has defused 201 improvised explosive devices (IEDs) during the last year and save the loss of innocent lives and properties in the country. Keeping in view its vital role in combating terrorism, this unit
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Rabbani equate 'mini-budget' to capitalist economy

Rabbani equate 'mini-budget' to capitalist economy

Terming the Finance Supplementary (Second Amendment) Bill, 2019 a budget of 'quasi-comprado capitalists,' former Chairman Senate Raza Rabbani on Friday accused the government of announcing budget for the fiscal year 2019-20 five months before time. Taking
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Don't harass honest taxpayers

Don't harass honest taxpayers

There are media reports that claim that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has directed its field formations to ensure that businessmen who availed Income Tax Amnesty Scheme and completed all codal formalities are not harassed by taxmen.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Venezuelan military: the muscle behind Maduro

Venezuelan military: the muscle behind Maduro

The latest developments in Venezuela's political crisis have dealt a severe blow to President Nicolas Maduro - severe, but not fatal, for one key reason: the military still backs him.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
'Mini-budget': reflection of ease of doing business

'Mini-budget': reflection of ease of doing business

In the light of fiscal measures and budgetary targets which were introduced in the 'Federal Budget 2018-19' a mini-budget or revision in budgetary targets was quite expected. The change of government had confirmed the revision in the fiscal measures, thou
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
The 'mini-budget'

The 'mini-budget'

The much hyped 'mini-budget' was presented in the National Assembly on 23rd January 2019. While the PTI government, in the presence of PM Imran Khan in the house, well-achieved its objective of unfolding its economic and fiscal policies before the nation,
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
The ticking time bomb of population growth

The ticking time bomb of population growth

It was undoubtedly a very brave decision on the part of Sindh's legislature to openly discuss the topic of population planning in the country and adopt a proper resolution on the subject unanimously. The resolution was moved by MQM-Pakistan's Rana Ansar a
Updated 29 Jul, 2019 07:35am
The Qatar angle

The Qatar angle

Prime Minister Imran Khan's two-day visit to Qatar produced all the pomp and show associated with the arrival of a friendly state's government head. The activities between the two sides included a one-to-one meeting between the prime minister and Qatari E
Updated 29 Jul, 2019 07:32am
Roohi Bano passes away

Roohi Bano passes away

Renowned television, film and stage actor par excellence of yester years Roohi Bano passed away on Friday after a prolonged illness of kidney failure and mental disorder. She was 67 years old.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Roohi Bano passes away

Roohi Bano passes away

Renowned television, film and stage actor par excellence of yester years Roohi Bano passed away on Friday after a prolonged illness of kidney failure and mental disorder. She was 67 years old.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
NBP declares half-year profit on certain deposits

NBP declares half-year profit on certain deposits

National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has declared half-yearly profit for the period July to December 2018, on deposits of Profit/Loss Sharing, NIDA, Term Deposits, Premium Aamdani Certificates, NBP PLS Plus Term Deposit Certificate and NBP Premium Saver Accoun
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
NBP declares half-year profit on certain deposits

NBP declares half-year profit on certain deposits

National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has declared half-yearly profit for the period July to December 2018, on deposits of Profit/Loss Sharing, NIDA, Term Deposits, Premium Aamdani Certificates, NBP PLS Plus Term Deposit Certificate and NBP Premium Saver Accoun
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
NBP declares half-year profit on certain deposits

NBP declares half-year profit on certain deposits

National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) has declared half-yearly profit for the period July to December 2018, on deposits of Profit/Loss Sharing, NIDA, Term Deposits, Premium Aamdani Certificates, NBP PLS Plus Term Deposit Certificate and NBP Premium Saver Accoun
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Modi's popularity at all-time low

Modi's popularity at all-time low

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ratings have dropped to their lowest-ever level, but he still leads in popularity before a national election expected in the next few months, an India Today poll showed on Friday.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Friday (January 25, 2019) and the forecast for Saturday (January 26, 2019).

Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Modi's popularity at all-time low

Modi's popularity at all-time low

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ratings have dropped to their lowest-ever level, but he still leads in popularity before a national election expected in the next few months, an India Today poll showed on Friday.
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Friday (January 25, 2019).

Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
CoAS visits exercise area near Jhelum

CoAS visits exercise area near Jhelum

Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Qamar Javed Bajwa visited exercise area near Jhelum. He witnessed exercise of a brigade in the Line of Control (LOC) environment. The exercise was aimed at stimulating battlefield conditions to train the troops in a rea
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Thursday official prices.

Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Statement about production order: Abbasi fires back at PM's aide

Statement about production order: Abbasi fires back at PM's aide

Former Prime Minister and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz lawmaker, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Friday fired back at Special Assistance to Prime Minister Naeem-ul-Haq for his threatening tweets to revoke production order of Shehbaz Sharif. Talking to media perso
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
LME official prices

LME official prices

The following were Thursday official prices.

Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Zubaida asks SECP to align CSR initiative with UN's SDG-2030

Zubaida asks SECP to align CSR initiative with UN's SDG-2030

Federal Minister for Defence Production Zubaida Jalal has said that Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) should review its guidelines related to the corporate social responsibility for the Pakistani business sector to align them with the
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Friday (January 25, 2019).

Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Visa policy aimed at boosting tourism unveiled

Visa policy aimed at boosting tourism unveiled

Pakistan Friday announced a new visa policy to introduce on-arrival visas for the citizens of 50 countries and e-visas for the nationals of 175 countries to encourage tourism in the country. While talking to media persons here on Friday, Federal Informati
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Friday (January 25, 2019)

Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Visa policy aimed at boosting tourism unveiled

Visa policy aimed at boosting tourism unveiled

Pakistan Friday announced a new visa policy to introduce on-arrival visas for the citizens of 50 countries and e-visas for the nationals of 175 countries to encourage tourism in the country. While talking to media persons here on Friday, Federal Informati
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Second train launched: Minister plans 20 more freight cargo trains

Second train launched: Minister plans 20 more freight cargo trains

Government plans to add 20 new cargo trains by the end of this year, in view of overwhelming response from the traders, who transported around 15,000 tons of goods in a month through the first freight service. Pakistan Railways Freight Transport Company (
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX
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Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX

Pakistan Mercantile Exchange - PMEX (Formerly National Commodity Exchange Limited - NCEL) Trading Summary on Friday (January 25, 2019).

Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Second train launched: Minister plans 20 more freight cargo trains

Second train launched: Minister plans 20 more freight cargo trains

Government plans to add 20 new cargo trains by the end of this year, in view of overwhelming response from the traders, who transported around 15,000 tons of goods in a month through the first freight service. Pakistan Railways Freight Transport Company (
Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Friday (January 25, 2019).

Published 26 Jan, 2019 12:00am