AMPAK-BDF pays tribute to Nasir Saleem KARACHI: America Pakistan Business Development Forum (AMPAK-BDF) on Wednesday hosted a dinner reception in honor of... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Nation is proud of its armed forces: S M Muneer KARACHI: The patron-in-chief of the United Business Group (UBG), S. M. Muneer, said on Thursday that the entire... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
MoU signed for training of drivers LAHORE: Under its ‘Entrepreneurship on Wheels’ programme, the Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF) on Thursday... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
CAA’s ‘tunneled vision’ approach may hit Islamabad, Gwadar Airports’ projects ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary panel on Thursday was informed that the New Islamabad International Airport Project and... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Development projects: Planning Commission: Contract management legal specialist to be hired ISLAMABAD: The Planning Commission has said that a contract management legal specialist would be hired for... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:21am
CDA still unable to complete Ataturk Avenue ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is still unable to complete the Ataturk Avenue even after three... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:21am
FBR may refer complaints against tax official to NAB ISLAMABAD: To expedite action against the corrupt tax officials, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) may refer ... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:21am
PM to visit Balochistan today ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan will visit Balochistan on Friday where he will get a briefing on the nationwide... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:21am
PDM body meeting postponed ISLAMABAD: The opposition alliance, Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) has postponed its steering committee meeting... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:22am
Pak-Afghan authorities, businessmen agree on promotion of trade PESHAWAR: Pak-Afghan authorities and business community have agreed on the promotion of bilateral trade through... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rising Islamophobia: Qureshi for collective endeavours to combat scourge ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has emphasised the need for collective endeavours to combat the... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:22am
Indian diplomat summoned over ceasefire violations ISLAMABAD: India has committed 2660 ceasefire violations so far during this year, which resulted in martyrdom of 20... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
IHC grants more time to Vawda to submit reply ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) Thursday granted more time to Federal Minister for Water Resources Faisal... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:22am
ECP releases assets details of KP, Sindh assemblies’ members ISLAMABAD: The financial assets of Chief Minister Sindh Murad Ali Shah are valued at over 230.35 million rupees... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:23am
ARY Laguna launched KARACHI: Karachi witnessed a monumental event, as the ARY Group launched the much awaited ARY Laguna – a premium... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Five restaurants sealed over violation of SOPs KARACHI: Authorities have sealed five restaurants in the port city over violation of coronavirus related Standard... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:23am
Gang-rape suspect on physical remand KASHMORE: An additional sessions court on Thursday granted physical remand of a man suspected of sexually assaulting... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Pakistan rescued from economic crisis: Governor LAHORE: Governor Punjab Chaudhry Mohammad Sarwar said on Thursday that the government’s economic team has rescued... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
KCCI appoints chairpersons of subcommittees KARACHI: The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has appointed chairpersons of 18 sub-committees and... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Currency PTCL, Medialogic sign agreement for enriching TAM KARACHI: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) and Medialogic Pakistan Private Limited have signed an... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Murad approves launching of municipal tax portal KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has approved launching of an online e-municipal tax portal as a... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
New PlayStation hits market TOKYO: Sony’s PlayStation 5 hit the shelves on Thursday, just two days after rival Microsoft released its newest... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
US, French investors freed from house arrest in Russia MOSCOW: Russia’s Supreme Court Thursday ruled to release from house arrest US financier Michael Calvey and French... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Boeing lifts China plane demand outlook BEIJING: Plane-making giant Boeing said Thursday it expects China to buy more than 8,600 new aeroplanes worth $1.4... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
6 Americans among 8 dead in Sinai helicopter crash CAIRO: A helicopter crash in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula involving a multi-national observer force killed eight people... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
North Korea slams UN nuclear agency as ‘marionette’ of West UNITED NATIONS: North Korea has accused the UN agency responsible for regulating atomic energy of being a puppet of... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Shots fired at Saudi embassy in Netherlands THE HAGUE: Several shots were fired at the Saudi embassy in the Dutch city of The Hague on Thursday, causing damage... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
UK summons China envoy over alleged treaty breach in Hong Kong LONDON: Britain on Thursday summoned China’s top diplomat in London after accusing Beijing of breaking its... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:27am
Major floods in Manila as typhoon batters Philippines MANILA: The third typhoon to hit the storm-battered Philippines in as many weeks caused major flooding in Manila on... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Iran captures Arab separatist leader linked to military parade attack DUBAI: Iran’s intelligence ministry has arrested an Iranian ethnic Arab separatist leader suspected of involvement... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:27am
Women, Islamists lose seats in Jordan vote AMMAN: Women and Islamists lost out in Jordan’s parliamentary vote this week, according to results announced... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Global daily coronavirus deaths top 10,000 PARIS: More than 10,000 people worldwide have died from the novel coronavirus in the last 24 hours as both Europe ... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:27am
USA Pope congratulates Joe Biden WASHINGTON: Pope Francis spoke with Joe Biden by telephone Thursday to offer “blessings and congratulations” to... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Biden names chief of staff WASHINGTON: US President-elect Joe Biden pressed ahead with his transition Wednesday despite Donald Trump’s ... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Regional newspapers: Ministry asked to review 25pc quota of advertisements ISLAMABAD: The Federal Cabinet has directed the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to review 25 per cent quota... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:27am
NAB decides to file cases against ex-ministers, officials ISLAMABAD: The National Accountability Bureau on Thursday decided to file seven more corruption references involving... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:27am
LNG case: Indictment of Abbasi, Miftah and others on 16th ISLAMABAD: The Accountability Court on Thursday fixed November 16 for indictment of former prime minister Shahid... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:27am
Master Paints qualifies LAHORE: Master Paints qualified for main final of the Newage Cables Lahore Garrison Polo Championship after... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
PM for finalising special incentives for setting up STZs ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday directed for finalising special incentives for setting up Special... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:25am
COAS, Afghan envoy discuss regional security situation ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Thursday received the newly-appointed Afghan... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:25am
G-B elections: PPP again accuses PTI of pre-poll rigging ISLAMABAD: As Gilgit-Baltsitan Legislative Assembly elections are drawing closer, the opposition Pakistan People’s... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Smart lockdown: Traders ‘strongly resist’ closure of markets at 6pm LAHORE: Rejecting the recommendation of National Command Operation Centre (NCOC) for closure of markets and bazaars... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
LESCO registers 300 FIRs over power theft LAHORE: The task force on anti-power theft, Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) Operation and Surveillance, has... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Heads of TEVTA, PVTC and PSDF to be included in PSDA Board LAHORE: With a view to streamline matters of technical educations, the chiefs of Technical Education and Vocation... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
2nd wave of Covid-19: Apex committee decides to take effective measures LAHORE: Expressing concern over the increasing number of coronavirus affectees and the death rate, the political and... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:25am
PCB confirms Younis Khan as batting coach LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Thursday confirmed the appointment of former captain Younis Khan as batting... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Sugar mills to pay 11pc markup on delayed payments LAHORE: The Cane Commissioner Punjab has warned the sugar mills that they will be bound to pay 11 percent mark-up on... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:25am
ATC allows bail to PML-N MPA LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court here on Thursday allowed bail to PML-N MPA Khawaja Imran Nazir in a case of ... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:25am
Currency Achievements & challenges: Fiscal Front It is heartening to note that despite the challenges faced by economy due to Covid-19, followed by complete and... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Ban on indoor wedding ceremonies: IHC seeks explanation from NCOC ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) Thursday sought explanation from the National Command and Operation Centre... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:25am
Govt seeks WB support to accomplish ‘Digital Pakistan’ vision ISLAMABAD: The government on Thursday sought World Bank support for funding different projects to accomplish the... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Higher education institutions: President for formulating drug policy by March 2021 ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi has directed the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan to formulate drug... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Presidential reference: SCBA challenges court’s directions to tax authorities ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) said the apex court’s directions to the tax authorities in the... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Thursday (November 12, 2020) and the forecast for Friday (November 13, 2020).... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Exchange PSX hit by selling pressure: BRIndex100 tumbles KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange Thursday witnessed a bearish trend due to heavy selling by local and foreign... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Grains European wheat futures at 3-week highs HAMBURG: European wheat futures in Paris hit new three-week highs on Wednesday, boosted by a strong overnight rise ... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Grains Turkey buys 550,000 tonnes of wheat HAMBURG: Turkey’s state grain board TMO has purchased 550,000 tonnes of wheat in a tender for the same volume,... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.Ports Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port handled 119,480 tonnes of cargo comprising 81,217 tonnes of import cargo and 38,263 tonnes... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Stocks Major Gulf markets log in weekly gains DUBAI: Saudi and Dubai markets ended lower on Thursday, although all major Gulf markets posted weekly gains as... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:18am
Stocks Australian shares down, NZ flat SYDNEY/WELLINGTON: Australian shares closed lower on Thursday for the first time in six sessions, dragged down by... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:18am
Stocks European shares drop MILAN/FRANKFURT: European shares retreated from eight-month highs on Thursday as surging coronavirus infections... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:18am
Stocks Shanghai shares ease SHANGHAI: Shanghai shares ended lower on Thursday after data showed that the country’s new bank loans last month... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Stocks Thursday’s early trade: Dow, S&P decline NEW YORK: The S&P 500 and the Dow slipped on Thursday as US coronavirus infections surged and investors weighed... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Stocks Nasdaq moves up NEW YORK: The Nasdaq closed up 2% on Wednesday as investors switched back to technology stocks and away from... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Stocks Nikkei ends near 29-1/2-years high TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average closed near a 29-1/2-year high on Thursday as technology shares tracked their... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Stocks FTSE 100 retreats LONDON: London’s FTSE 100 slipped on Thursday after rallying more than 7% this week as slower-than-expected... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Energy Palm oil up for fourth day KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures extended gains for a fourth session on Thursday, hitting their highest in... Updated 13 Nov, 2020 03:18am
Letters Malnutrition-induced stunting It is heartening to note that federal as well as provincial governments have finally decided to launch “Tackling... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Donations under $8K to Trump ‘election defence’ instead go to president, RNC As President Donald Trump seeks to discredit last week’s election with baseless claims of voter fraud, his team ... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Covid-19 vaccines in a neoliberal world [Who owns the patent on this vaccine?] Well, the people, I would say. There is no patent. Could you patent the sun?... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Yarn Prices Karachi Yarn Market Rate KARACHI: Karachi Yarn Market Rates on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================================= CONES... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Exchange LME official prices LONDON: The following were Wednesday official prices.... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Thursday (November 12, 2020)... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================================= ... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Kerb Pakistan Economic Indicators KARACHI: Pakistan Economic Indicators - Thursday (November 12, 2020).... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.Ports Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (November 12, 2020).... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================== Bid ... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Thursday (November 12, 2020).... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Currency THE RUPEE: More gains vs dollar KARACHI: On Thursday, PKR continued to gain value albeit by a slight margin against USD. Globally, Euro slipped as... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates Revised Rates of Debt Securities KARACHI: The following were the revised rates of debt securities on Thursday (November 12, 2020).... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates Cross Transactions between Client to Client & Financial Institutions KARACHI: The following were the cross transactions between client to client & financial institutions here on... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Mutual Funds Mutual Funds Association of Pakistan KARACHI: Mutual Funds Association has issued open-end funds daily prices for Thursday (November 12, 2020)... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Stocks NATIONAL CLEARING COMPANY OF PAKISTAN LIMITED (NCCPL) KARACHI: National Clearing Company declares daily settlement information for local & foreign investors on... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.BR Index BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ==================================== ... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Stocks Electronic/credit of dividend warrants/bonus/right share certificates KARACHI: Electronic/credit of dividend warrants/bonus/right share certificates.... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Exchange BOARD MEETINGS KARACHI: Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange.... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Exchange Dividend/Bonus Announcements KARACHI: Dividend/Bonus announcements by the companies listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange.... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Stocks Last date of renunciation/payment KARACHI: Last dates of renunciation/payment.... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Exchange Proposed right issues KARACHI: Right issues proposed by companies listed on Pakistan Stock Exchange.... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Exchange Clearing Schedule for T+2 System KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange's Clearing Schedule for T+2 System.... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Stocks Dates of Closure of Books & Annual General Meetings KARACHI: Dates of Closure of Books and holding of Ordinary and Extra-Ordinary General Meetings of companies listed ... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.EFU EFU TAKAFUL CONSERVATIVE FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Takaful Conservative Fund Rates on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================== Offer ... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.EFU EFU TAKAFUL AGGRESSIVE FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Takaful Aggressive Fund Rates on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================== Offer Price... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.EFU EFU TAKAFUL GROWTH FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Takaful Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================== Offer Price... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.EFU EFU AGGRESSIVE FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Aggressive Fund Rates on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================== Offer Price... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.EFU EFU GUARANTEED GROWTH FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Guaranteed Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================== Offer Price... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.EFU EFU Aitemad Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: EFU Aitemad Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================== Offer Price... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.EFU EFU Capital Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: EFU Capital Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================== Offer Price... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.EFU EFU Pension Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: EFU Pension Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================== Offer Price... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am
Rates.EFU EFU Managed Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: EFU Managed Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (November 12, 2020). ======================== Offer Price... Published 13 Nov, 2020 02:57am