Commodities, construction materials: PM orders unhindered supply Prime Minister chairs review meeting on supply and demand of basic commodities and construction materials Updated 24 Aug, 2021 09:49am
Tarin urges PVMA to go for market-based solutions Expresses concern over rising prices of edible oil/ghee in domestic markets Updated 24 Aug, 2021 09:54am
OICCI survey reveals 'record improvement' in business confidence KARACHI: The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) shared the results of its comprehensive... Updated 24 Aug, 2021 09:59am
IMF's $650bn reserves distribution is 'shot in arm' WASHINGTON: The IMF will distribute about $650 billion in new Special Drawing Rights to its members on Monday,... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:12am
Expo in Dubai: Need to highlight investment opportunities in Pakistan underlined ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan has underlined the need to highlight the immense investment opportunities for... Updated 24 Aug, 2021 07:27pm
NHA orders closure of unofficial Facebook pages ISLAMABAD: The National Highways Authority (NHA) has directed for closure of all unofficial Facebook pages created ... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
President for strengthening ties with Australia ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi has expressed Pakistan's desire to further strengthen relations with Australia in... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Sindh govt refuses to hold LG polls ISLAMABAD: Sindh government on Monday categorically refused to hold local government elections in the province and... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Arrangements for Dubai Expo reviewed LAHORE: The first meeting of the steering committee formed under the chairmanship of Provincial Minister for ... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
'Best sewerage, water supply services will be available in Faisalabad' FAISALABAD: Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Mian Farrukh Habib has said that several development... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Offences relating to narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances: Proposed abolishment of capital punishment opposed ISLAMABAD: Opposing the proposed abolishment of capital punishment for offences relating to narcotics drugs,... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Sub-standard gas cylinders: Govt to take strict action against vehicle owners LAHORE: Punjab government has decided to take strict actions against vehicle owners using sub-standard gas ... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
NA body reiterates country's support to Kashmiris' valiant struggle ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly's Standing Committee on Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan, on Monday, reiterated... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
500 books donated to Sindh Agriculture University HYDERABAD: Ghulam Sarwar Soomro, a former student of Sindh Agriculture University and retired Chief of Agricultural... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Murtaza visits District East, inspects work on drainage line KARACHI: Administrator Karachi and Sindh Government Spokesman Barrister Murtaza Wahab visited East District and... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
BISP signs MoU with Education dept for beneficiaries' children KARACHI: The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and College Education... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
JI rejects Sindh govt's Covid-19 policy for schools KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi on Monday rejected the Sindh government's policy of conditional resumption of... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
APNS condoles KARACHI: Sarmad Ali, President, Nazafreen Saigol Lakhani, Secretary General, All Pakistan Newspapers Society have... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Syngenta celebrates Independence Day KARACHI: Syngenta Pakistan celebrated Independence Day by hoisting the flag of our motherland, followed by a tree... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Hot and humid weather expected KARACHI: Mainly hot and humid weather is expected in most plain areas of the country, the Met office said on Monday.... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
IAAP condoles KARACHI: International Advertising Association Pakistan Chapter condoled the sad and untimely demise of its former... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rickshaw driver, accomplice arrested for 'raping' woman, daughter LAHORE: The Chung Police on Monday arrested a rickshaw driver and his accomplice who allegedly gang-raped a woman ... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
PIA to evacuate EU, ADB employees from Afghanistan ISLAMABAD: The management of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) decided to entertain the request of the... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Ministry determined to improve EVM standards: Faraz ISLAMABAD: Less than a week after Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) voiced its concerns over the functionality ... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Pak-EPA, ministry flayed for 'poor' performance ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Standing Committee on Climate Change expressed, on Monday, its "grave displeasure" over... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Closure of schools: Haleem hits out at Sindh govt KARACHI: Leader of the Opposition in Sindh Assembly, Haleem Adil Sheikh, on Monday rebuked Sindh government's... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
SHC suspends notification KARACHI: Sindh High Court (SHC) has suspended a notification, raising the strength of Pakistan Administrative... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
60pc of suicide victims in Tharparkar were teenagers: report HYDERABAD: In a unique initiative in the medical history of Pakistan to address the challenges of mental health... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Ban on TikTok: IHC directs authorities to seek Cabinet advice ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) Monday directed the authorities to raise the issue of banning the... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
US VP Harris vows 'enduring engagement' in Asia SINGAPORE: Vice President Kamala Harris vowed "enduring engagement" in Asia on Monday, offering reassurances of... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Moscow-led bloc 'concerned' Taliban yet to form govt MOSCOW: A Moscow-led security bloc said Monday it was concerned that the Taliban had not yet started forming a... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
China China reports zero local virus cases as Delta outbreak retreats BEIJING: China reported no new domestic coronavirus cases Monday, and Beijing appears poised to bring to heel the... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Canada's Trudeau leaves door open to Taliban sanctions as G7 meet looms MONTREAL: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau left the door open to sanctions on the Taliban Monday, noting that... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
US sanctions Eritrean army chief over rights abuses in Tigray WASHINGTON: The United States imposed sanctions Monday on Eritrea's army chief over abuses including massacres and... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
USA At least 21 dead in flooding in US state of Tennessee WASHINGTON: Devastating floods after record rainfall in the southern US state of Tennessee have left at least 21... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
South Asia India to monetise $81bn worth of state assets over next 4 years NEW DELHI: India plans to monetise $81 billion worth of state assets over the next four years under a program... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
South Asia Indian capital opens first 'smog tower' NEW DELHI: India's capital New Delhi opened its first "smog tower" on Monday aimed at reducing the air pollution... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Extinction Rebellion targets central London in new protests LONDON: Thousands of climate change demonstrators thronged central London on Monday, as environmental activist group... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Members of lower judiciary: Policy guidelines on allotment of plots sought from federal cabinet ISLAMABAD: The Federal Housing Authority has sought guideline from Prime Minister Imran Khan and the federal cabinet... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Ittifaq Sugar Mills: LHC suspends operation of income tax recovery notice LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Monday suspended the operation of an income tax recovery notice issued to... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
China says terrorism common enemy of mankind BEIJING: China would continue to work with Pakistan to deal with the threat of terrorism and protect the safety of... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
JI chief steps up criticism of PTI govt for promoting ‘culture of loot’ LAHORE: Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Sirajul Haq has said the prime minister has failed to honour his commitment to end... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
TikToker assault case: 30 more suspects sent to jail LAHORE: A city court on Monday send 30 more suspects of Minar-e-Pakistan woman assault incident to jail for... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Pakistani envoy rejects US lawmaker’s claim WASHINGTON: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Asad Majeed Khan, has disputed a claim by a US lawmaker... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
TTP, splinter groups: New Afghan govt will be required to take action ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Monday, hoped that the future government in Afghanistan would act... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
PWPA chairperson meets CM Punjab LAHORE: Punjab Women Protection Authority Chairperson Kaneez Fatima called on Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Diana was of royal blood... "You know the difference between royalty and commoners?" "Diana, Princess of Wales was of royal blood and need I ... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Buzdar examines recommendations ahead of transport system launch LAHORE: A meeting, held under the chair of Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar at his office on Monday,... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Number of Covid-19 deaths crosses 25,000 mark: NCOC ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Covid-19 deaths Monday crossed 25,000 mark as the country reported 80 more deaths and after... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Pakistan, KSA agree to boost cooperation in diverse fields ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to strengthen cooperation in diverse fields through continued close... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Stocks Proposals made by PSX will be examined: Tarin KARACHI: In a welcome development for Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the Federal Minister for Finance & Revenue,... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Iraq seeks role as mediator with regional summit After decades of conflict, Iraq will pitch itself as a regional mediator as it hosts a leaders’ summit this week... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Anti-Taliban resistance As the full impact and import of the US-led west’s departure from Afghanistan unfolds, there is no dearth of... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Structure of the provincial economies The previous article highlighted the shares of the four Provincial economies in the Gross Domestic and National... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Letters Taliban's Kabul takeover Foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi is seen to be actively engaged with his counterparts in the region and beyond,... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Stocks China halts over 40 IPOs amid regulatory probe into law firm, broker SHANGHAI: Chinese bourses have halted more than 40 initial public offerings (IPOs) in Shanghai and Shenzhen amid a... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
SPARK programme for Pak entrepreneurs: NICL at LUMS collaborates with Stanford University ISLAMABAD: Continuing its mission to empower, enable and facilitate the next generation of problem solvers in... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Speedy transfer of land: RUDA directed to take necessary steps LAHORE: Punjab Local Government and Community Development Minister Mian Mahmood Rashid have directed the Ravi Urban... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Official work at field formations: KTBA concerned at involvement of ex-FBR staff KARACHI: Karachi Tax Bar Association (KTBA) has expressed serious concern over the involvement of retired FBR... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Senate panel opposes three maritime bills ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing committee on Maritime Affairs opposed three bills including, the Port Qasim Authority... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
PM highlights profound importance of Seerat-un-Nabi (PBUH) ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday said the best solution to all social problems laid in following the... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Stocks Tokyo stocks rebound on Asian gains TOKYO: Tokyo stocks closed higher Monday as investors cheered gains by Asian tech firms, which rebounded from last... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Stocks Hong Kong shares rise HONG KONG: Hong Kong shares rebounded on Monday from an almost 10-month low hit last week, helped by gains in... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Stocks Dubai gains most among major Gulf bourses, Saudi eases DUBAI: Most major stock markets in the Gulf ended higher on Monday amid rising oil prices, with Dubai’s index... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Stocks Early trade: Wall Street rebounds as banks, energy surge NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes rose on Monday, with banks and energy shares leading the gains, as investors... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Stocks Luxury stocks, UK grocers lift European shares LONDON: European stocks rose on Monday after a bruising sell-off last week on global growth worries, with a rebound... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Stocks FTSE 100 gains LONDON: London’s FTSE 100 gained on Monday after recording its worst week since February, as heavyweight energy ... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Hamad Kehar elected president PSX Stockbrokers body KARACHI: Hamad Nazir Kehar has been elected as President of PSX Stockbrokers Association for the year 2021-22. In... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Girls’ school bombed by terrorists re-opened PESHAWAR: A girls’ high school which was bombed by terrorists in 2013 in Miran Shah, tribal district North... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Seized cigarettes: Video recording of destruction process is a must, customs officials told ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has made it mandatory for the customs officials to make video ... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Body formed to examine matter of PCP employees ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Standing Committee on Cabinet Secretariat constituted a sub-committee to look into the... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Monday (August 23, 2021) and the forecast for Tuesday (August 24, 2021).... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Stocks NATIONAL CLEARING COMPANY OF PAKISTAN LIMITED (NCCPL) KARACHI: National Clearing Company declares daily settlement information for local & foreign investors on Monday... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Stocks Last date of renunciation/payment KARACHI: Last dates of renunciation/payment.... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
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 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates LIBOR calculating interest on US dollar KARACHI: London Interbank Offer Rates on for calculating interest on special US dollar on Monday (August 23, 2021).... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates Barclays bid rates and maximum rates for payment of interest KARACHI: Barclays bid rates, maximum rates for payment of interest by authorised dealers on deposits (other than... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates State Bank of Pakistan conversion rates KARACHI: Rates applicable for conversion into rupees of Foreign Currency Deposits, Dollar Bearer Certificates,... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates PSX turns bullish with high volumes: BRIndex100 advances KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange Monday witnessed a bullish trend with high trading volumes on the back of healthy... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Energy Asia Naphtha/Gasoline crack rises, gasoline extends losses NEW DELHI: Asia’s naphtha crack gathered some steam on Monday, ending a seven-day losing run, while the prompt... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Energy Japan July crude steel output jumps 32.5pc to reflect demand recovery TOKYO: Japan’s crude steel output rose 32.5% in July from a year earlier, climbing for a fifth consecutive month ... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Energy Asia fuel oil: Cash premiums higher as cargo demand intensifies SINGAPORE Cash premiums for cargoes of Asian fuel oil were mostly higher on Monday, lifted by higher bids and deal... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Energy US natgas futures rise to one-week high on continued hot forecasts CHICAGO: US natural gas futures rose to a one-week high on Monday on forecasts for hot weather and high air... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 367,145 tonnes of cargo comprising 285,599 tonnes of import cargo and 81,546... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Friday official prices.... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Monday (August 23, 2021). ======================================= Offset... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Monday (August 23, 2021).... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Monday (August 23, 2021). ======================== Bid Rate Rs... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Monday (August 23, 2021).... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates THE RUPEE: Drops against USD KARACHI: On Monday, PKR went down against USD in both interbank and open markets. It also went down against other... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates Revised Rates of Debt Securities KARACHI: The following were the revised rates of debt securities on Monday (August 23, 2021).... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
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 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates Member to Member KARACHI: The following transactions member to member subsequently reported on Monday (August 23, 2021).... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Monday (August 23, 2021). ==================================== BR... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates BOARD MEETINGS KARACHI: Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange.... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates Proposed right issues KARACHI: Right issues proposed by companies listed on Pakistan Stock Exchange.... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates Clearing Schedule for T+2 System KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange's Clearing Schedule for T+2 System.... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates EFU TAKAFUL CONSERVATIVE FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Takaful Conservative Fund Rates on Monday (August 23, 2021). ======================== Offer Price... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates EFU TAKAFUL AGGRESSIVE FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Takaful Aggressive Fund Rates on Monday (August 23, 2021). ======================== Offer Price... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am
Rates EFU TAKAFUL GROWTH FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Takaful Growth Fund Rates on Monday (August 23, 2021). ======================== Offer Price... Published 24 Aug, 2021 05:02am