ICT food safety law: TheNetwork for early enactment of rules of business ISLAMABAD: TheNetwork for Consumer Protection has appealed to the federal government and the ICT management for the... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Industry Lesco offers network to industry in absence of gas supply LAHORE: The Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) has offered its network to the industry for shifting of... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Administrative secretaries asked to respond to complaints daily LAHORE: Punjab Chief Secretary Kamran Ali Afzal has directed all the administrative secretaries to allocate one hour... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Foodpanda launches new ‘Rider Kit’ KARACHI: Foodpanda exhibited its latest Rider Kit at an exciting launch event held in Karachi. The event is a... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Solar-powered plant turns rainwater into clean drinking water KARACHI: Inhabitants of several coastal villages near Mubarak Village, some 42 kilometres away from the heart of... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Companies Belgium’s Proximus rises after its TeleSign unit agrees SPAC merger NEW YORK: Shares in Belgian state-controlled telecoms firm Proximus rose on Friday after its subsidiary TeleSign... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Reclusive Laos to re-open to foreign travellers BANGKOK: Laos has announced plans to partially re-open to foreign travellers in the new year, throwing a lifeline to... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Size of Punjab ADP increased by Rs 85bn, says CM LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar said on Saturday that volume of the Annual Development Programme... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Punjab Zone: AUPSP team discusses medical varsities’ residency programmes LAHORE: A delegation of Association of University Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (AUPSP) Punjab Zone led by its... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
FTO’s advisory body suggests steps to resolve issues facing taxpayers ISLAMABAD: The advisory committee to the Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has suggested measures to minimise the delays ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Int’l flights from Skardu to help promote tourism: SACM LAHORE: Terming the launch of international flights from Skardu as important initiative of the PTI government,... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
ANP’s candidate for tehsil mayorship shot dead PESHAWAR: The candidate of Awami National Party (ANP) for City Mayor of DI Khan Umar Khitab was shot dead by unknown... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
HBL-PSL 2022: PCB, franchises agree on two additional picks LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and all six HBL-PSL franchises have agreed that all teams may pick two... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
JI chief says PTI is not different from PML-N, PPP LAHORE: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Sirajul Haq said the politics of JI has aimed to fight against the corrupt system... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
17 KP districts: voters go to LG polls today PESHAWAR: Local bodies’ elections are being held in 17 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa today (Sunday). The ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Philippines’ election agency rejects bid to disqualify Marcos Jr MANILA: Electoral authorities in the Philippines have rejected the first of a series of complaints seeking to... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Thousands in Malaysia displaced after non-stop rainfall KUALA LUMPUR: Thousands of people in Malaysia have been displaced by flash floods following non-stop rainfall since... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
S African court to hear ex-president Zuma’s plea to appeal parole ruling JOHANNESBURG: South Africa’s high court will on Tuesday hear former president Jacob Zuma’s request to appeal... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Afghan Taliban leaders appeal for help as migrant crisis looms KABUL: Senior Taliban officials appealed on Saturday for international help to combat a deepening economic crisis... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Russia says its proposals can fix relations with US MOSCOW: Russia’s relations with the United States have not hit their lowest point yet and security proposals ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Vatican tightens screws on conservatives over traditional Latin Mass VATICAN CITY: The Vatican on Saturday warned conservative Roman Catholics who have balked at Pope Francis’ ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Turkish business group calls for an end to Erdogan’s low-rates policy ANKARA/ISTANBUL: Turkey’s largest business group urged President Tayyip Erdogan’s government on Saturday to... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
US Senate confirms ex-Chicago Mayor Emanuel to be ambassador to Japan WASHINGTON: The US Senate early Saturday confirmed President Joe Biden’s nominee Rahm Emanuel to be ambassador to... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Mali says Chad to send 1,000 additional troops as France backs off BAMAKO: Mali’s foreign affairs ministry said that Chad planned to deploy 1,000 additional soldiers to Mali to... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
NATO general wants alliance troops in Bulgaria, Romania BERLIN: NATO’s top general has suggested the alliance should establish a military presence in Bulgaria and Romania... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
As Britain’s Omicron cases surge, London moves to help hospitals LONDON: Britain reported a surge in cases of the fast-spreading Omicron coronavirus variant on Saturday, and... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
US Senate confirms Bauer as envoy to France WASHINGTON: The US Senate on Saturday confirmed veteran diplomat Denise Campbell Bauer as the country’s next... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Netherlands set to announce ‘strict’ Christmas lockdown THE HAGUE: The Dutch government is expected to announce on Saturday a “strict” Christmas lockdown that would see... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Omicron coronavirus variant spreading fast in Italy ROME: The highly contagious Omicron variant of the coronavirus is spreading quickly in Italy, with new cases... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Paris cancels New Year fireworks over Omicron fears PARIS: Paris on Saturday said it was cancelling its traditional New Year fireworks as Europe braced for tighter ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Greece plans more relief for homes and businesses hit by energy costs ATHENS: Greece will provide further financial relief to households, businesses and farmers facing higher outgoings... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Qatar National Day: PAK-QATAR TAKAFUL GROUP CORPORATE PROFILE TEXT: Pak-Qatar Takaful Group (PQTG) – The First and Largest Dedicated Takaful enterprise in Pakistan's Islamic... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Qatar National Day: Message from H.E Mishal M. Al Ansari Consul general of the state of Qatar in Karachi TEXT: On this auspicious occasion I hereby extend my felicitations to His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Qatar National Day: Message from H.E. Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Ambassador of the state of Qatar to Pakistan TEXT: 1. On the occasion of the National Day of the State of Qatar which falls on 18th December each year, I am... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Saturday (December 18, 2021) and the forecast for Sunday (December 19, 2021).... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
PPP accuses PTI govt of ‘ruining’ country ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has claimed Prime Minister Imran Khan thinks that everyone has come into... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
ECP bench to hear contempt case against Cheema on 21st ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Saturday has fixed a contempt hearing against Jamshed Iqbal... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
SECP warns people against illegal investment schemes ISLAMABAD: To protect the general public from unlawful/illegal activities being carried out by various companies, ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Human rights, terrorism, educational access: Special envoy says US to continue ‘clear-eyed’ diplomacy with Taliban ISLAMABAD: The United States Special Representative for Afghanistan, Thomas West, said the Afghan people will remain... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Two dacoits killed, three cop hurt in encounter ISLAMABAD: Two dacoits were killed and three policemen injured in an exchange of fire in Rawalpindi city during the... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
PML-N’s Marriyum steps up criticism of PM ISLAMABAD: PML-N Secretary Information Marriyum Aurangzeb has told Prime Minister Imran Khan to stop “mulching... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Shershah incident: HBL expresses deep sorrow KARACHI: HBL has expressed sympathies with the bereaved families of the Shershah incident. An unfortunate incident,... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Miftah describes PPP, MQM-P as ‘two sides of the same coin’ HYDERABAD: PML-N leader Miftah Ismail has said that Imran’s government is responsible for the devastation of the... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
PIA acquires latest simulator KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has acquired the latest Airbus A320 simulator, which the airline... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Commodities Gold prices fall slightly KARACHI: Gold prices on Saturday saw a slight fall on the local market, traders said. The prices of gold went down... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Sticky situation: Canada taps maple syrup reserves to meet soaring demand Pancake lovers, fear not. Strong demand for maple syrup after a poor Canadian harvest has created supply-side woes,... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Japan business lobbyist backs Myanmar coup, urges investment A Japanese former politician who campaigned to bring billions of dollars of investment from some of Japan’s top... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Gas: Is APTMA spinning tears? The tussle between the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) and Ministry of Energy (MoE) is turning into a... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Letters No light at the end of the tunnel? The woes of Pakistan’s rupees appear to have acquired a kind of permanency to the chagrin of the country that has... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
130th convocation: PU VC urges students to play role in development of country, society LAHORE: Punjab University Vice Chancellor Prof Niaz Ahmad has urged the students to understand their ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
MQM’s Gulfaraz Khattak arrested after ATC cancels his bail KARACHI: Police on Saturday arrested Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Pakistan leader, Gulfaraz Khattak, after an... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
NAP on business and human rights: FCCI chief explains salient features FAISALABAD: The National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights will help Pakistan to become a well-integrated ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
UIT introduces community service programme KARACHI: Usman Institute of Technology on Saturday has introduced a community service program for its students. The... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
One killed, 10 hurt in Quetta blast QUETTA: At least one person was killed, 10 others injured and several vehicles damaged in a bomb blast here in the... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Speakers underscore need for adopting healthy lifestyle, staying close to nature LAHORE: Speakers at a seminar have expressed serious concern over surge in diseases including diabetes, stroke, ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Habib univarsity recognizes support of philanthropists KARACHI: Pakistan is considered one of the most generous nations in the world, and while primary and secondary... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
‘CPEC Industrial Cooperation B2B Investment Conference’ on 21st ISLAMABAD: The Board of Investment (BOI) in collaboration with the Government of Punjab is organizing “CPEC... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Commodities Russia proposes higher wheat export tax formula if prices reach $375/t MOSCOW: Russia’s wheat export tax formula will have a higher multiplier if prices rise to $375/t and the ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Stocks Stocks mostly drop as traders mull central bank moves NEW YORK: World stock markets mostly fell Friday, giving up gains made after major central banks took action to... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Stocks Rivian warns supply issues to hit production, shares drop to record low BENGALURU: Rivian Automotive Inc shares skidded nearly 15% on Friday to hit a record low after the electric vehicle... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Commodities Asia Gold: Indians step up purchases MUMBAI: Physical gold demand in India showed a modest improvement this week as some buyers rushed to stores... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Commodities Soy, corn set multi-month highs on S American crop uncertainty CHICAGO: U.S. soybean futures closed higher on Friday, hitting a 2-1/2 month top on worries about South American ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Commodities Paris wheat regains ground on brisk demand, rapeseed at new high PARIS: Paris wheat futures rose on Friday as brisk export demand helped prices hold chart support after a slide to a... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Commodities Argentine capped volume of corn, wheat for 2021-22 BUENOS AIRES: The Argentine government on Friday capped the volume of corn and wheat for the 2021/22 cycle that can... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Commodities Russia proposes higher wheat export tax formula if prices reach $375/t MOSCOW: Russia’s wheat export tax formula will have a higher multiplier if prices rise to $375/t and the... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Commodities Palm posts slim gain for the day SINGAPORE/JAKARTA: Malaysian palm oil posted a slim gain on Friday, as it tracked costlier rivals, but is set to... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Commodities Raw sugar slips as Omicron, inflation fears unnerve global markets NEW YORK/LONDON: Raw sugar futures on ICE hit a near two-week low on Friday as fears over global inflation and the... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Cotton & Textile Cotton Spot Rates KARACHI: Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Friday (December 17, 2021).... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Cotton & Textile Spot rate remains unchanged LAHORE: The Spot rate remained unchanged on Saturday. The market remained steady and the trading volume remained ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Commodities Prices of essential commodities decreasing, claims Punjab CM LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar has said that prices of essential commodities are decreasing due ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Energy Russian gas exports drop sharply to Europe via Yamal pipeline MOSCOW: Russian natural gas deliveries to Germany through the Yamal-Europe pipeline dropped sharply on Saturday, ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Rates YOUR RUPEE LAST MONTH KARACHI: Following currency fluctuations took place in foreign exchange rates during the last month. (November 1 to... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Rates Automart: car prices in Karachi KARACHI: The prices of different makes and models of cars prevailing in Karachi in the week ended Saturday (December... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Saturday (December 18, 2021)... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Saturday (December 18, 2021). ======================================= ... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
18.32pc growth YoY: Cell phones worth $856.73m imported in 5 months: PBS On a month-on-month basis, imports of mobile phones into Pakistan increased by 41.64 percent during November 2021 and remained $212.055 million Updated 19 Dec, 2021 10:25am
BPRD issues: SBP implements ‘RAS’ for submission of letters, proposals KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced implementation of Regulatory Approval System (RAS) for... Updated 19 Dec, 2021 10:36am
Power distribution, energy reforms: WB Board approves $195m financing ISLAMABAD: The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved $195 million in financing to support Pakistan in... Updated 19 Dec, 2021 10:39am
Power sector reforms stay put: Donor’s insistence on achieving cost recovery big hurdle ISLAMABAD: Power sector reforms, started in the 90s to improve the system by reducing losses, attracting private... Updated 19 Dec, 2021 10:57am
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka as default fears mount COLOMBO: International ratings agency Fitch downgraded cash-strapped Sri Lanka Saturday due to mounting fears of a... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
FMs, delegates arrive ISLAMABAD: Delegates of several members of Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) landed here Saturday to... Updated 19 Dec, 2021 10:58am
5,000 security personnel deployed ISLAMABAD: The government has deployed 5,000 security personnel including federal police in Islamabad during the... Updated 19 Dec, 2021 10:59am
OIC office in Kabul to assume responsibility ISLAMABAD: The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) announced on Saturday that its humanitarian office in Kabul... Updated 19 Dec, 2021 10:59am
Afghanistan: All set for OIC-CFM moot today ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is all set to host the extraordinary session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation’s... Updated 19 Dec, 2021 11:01am
Supplementary grants: ECC approves Rs64.0876bn for 40pc payment to IPPs ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved Rs64.0876 billion supplementary... Updated 19 Dec, 2021 10:31am
FBR enumerates reforms awaiting implementation ISLAMABAD: Some of the tax reforms awaiting implementation include registration of high-net worth individuals ... Updated 19 Dec, 2021 10:27am
Taliban govt resumes issuing Afghan passports in Kabul KABUL: Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities said Saturday they will resume issuing passports in Kabul, giving hope to... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
MNA’s father amongst 14 dead in Karachi drain blast KARACHI: At least 14 people including the father of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) MNA Alamgir Khan lost their lives... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Alvi highlights country’s hydro-power potential KARACHI: President Dr Arif Alvi on Saturday said that Pakistan has a tremendous potential to produce 50,000-watt... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
‘Violation’ of code of conduct: ECP not in the mood to take action against PM, aides? ISLAMABAD: With local government elections scheduled in 17 out of 35 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, today ... Updated 19 Dec, 2021 11:08am
SC says purpose of PSC is to ensure transparency in recruitment process ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has said the purpose of establishing Public Service Commission (PSC) is to ensure... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
PVMA writes to Tarin for action ‘Iranian-origin smuggled cooking oil’ floods market ISLAMABAD: In a first, Iranian-origin smuggled cooking oil has flooded the domestic market, raising serious concerns... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
PM links poverty of nations to corruption of their leadership ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan, while calling corruption a reason to destroy a country, said the factor behind... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Judiciary open to criticism: IHC ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) noted that the judicial branch of the State has a pivotal role in the... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
3 terrorists killed in Bajaur, NW: ISPR RAWALPINDI: The security forces on Saturday killed a terrorist commander, Ghafoor alias Jaleel, during an... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Commodities Prices of essential kitchen items show rising trend ISLAMABAD: Prices of essential kitchen items kept witnessing an increasing trend during this week past as compared... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Taxes Maggo proposes amendment in tax laws KARACHI: Mian Nasser Hyatt Maggo, President Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Industry BOI chief optimistic about FDI prospects KARACHI: Global Investment Summit is being held in March next year; people will get good news of receiving foreign... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Pakistan rethinks its ties with US EDITORIAL: As the United States walked out on Afghanistan leaving the country bled white the no-less-hurt Pakistan... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am
Progress on FATF? EDITORIAL: Ordinarily, appreciation from the EU and US for Pakistan’s efforts to meet FATF (Financial Action Task... Published 19 Dec, 2021 04:37am