Grains Turkey to buy 345,000 tonnes of feed barley HAMBURG: Turkey’s state grain board TMO has issued an international tender to purchase 345,000 tonnes of animal... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:58am
Grains South Korea’s MFG tenders to buy 140,000 tonnes of corn HAMBURG: South Korea’s Major Feedmill Group (MFG) has issued an international tender to purchase up to 140,000... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:58am
Grains Strong rupee, tight supplies lift Indian rice prices BENGALURU: Rice export prices in top exporter India this week touched their highest levels since last June, ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:57am
Energy Asia Distillates: Jet fuel cracks crawl up to over 2-month high SINGAPORE: Asian refining margins for jet fuel inched higher on Thursday, climbing to their strongest level in more... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:56am
Commodities Argentina’s dry weather likely to extend into March BUENOS AIRES: The dry conditions affecting crops in Argentina’s main agricultural region since mid-December could... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:55am
Energy VLSFO crack steadies, time spread dips SINGAPORE: Asia’s 0.5% very low-sulphur fuel oil (VLSFO) crack held steady on Thursday as crude oil prices dipped,... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:53am
Industry Growth of telecom services across Pakistan: PTCL, SCO to explore collaborative opportunities KARACHI: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:52am
De jure methodology suggested for 7th head, housing count ISLAMABAD: The Census Advisory Committee has recommended that de-jure methodology may be adopted for the upcoming ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:52am
Industry LCCI chief says stable currency a must for real economic growth LAHORE: The Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry has feared that the economic cycle will be disturbed badly and... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:52am
NSMC warns of likely severe quake after Gwadar tremors KARACHI: The National Seismic Monitoring Centre (NSMC) of the MET Office has warned against likelihood of severe... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:52am
Money & Banking Islamic Finance: IFN describes SBP as best central bank of 2021 KARACHI: Islamic Finance News (IFN), an arm of RED money Group, Malaysia, has announced State Bank of Pakistan as ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:52am
BoP, Lahore Qalandars team up for PSL-7 LAHORE: The signing ceremony of the partnership agreement between The Bank of Punjab and Lahore Qalandars for PSL... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Gerry’s dnata launches line maintenance services in Pakistan KARACHI: Gerry’s dnata has launched line maintenance services in Pakistan. According to the details, the company... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
MQM-P files petition against merger of Hyderabad’s rural areas with HMC HYDERABAD: The Mutahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) on Wednesday filed constitutional petition in Sindh High... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Annual exhibition: SU students display 186 research projects HYDERABAD: The Sindh University students have developed a number of software/hardware projects including security... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
First 12 days of January: Five people killed for resisting robberies in Karachi KARACHI: Five people lost their lives and 29 others were injured resisting robbery bids in Karachi during the first... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Covid-19 positivity rate soars to 20.45pc in Karachi KARACHI: As the upsurge in Covid-19 cases haunt the country, Karachi’s positivity rate has hit 20.45 percent,... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Data identifies impediments to vaccination drive in Karachi KARACHI: Around 50 percent population of Karachi, Pakistan’s mega city and business hub, particularly females and... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
PHMA informed: PSW to facilitate importers, exporters FAISALABAD: Pakistan Single Window (PSW) is a new, innovative and globally reliable cross-border trade system to... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Covid-19: PCCA revises quarantine policy for inbound air passengers ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCCA) on Wednesday abolished the “centralized quarantine... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Development of PP5P: CGPA to provide technical support PESHAWAR: The Centre for Governance and Public Accountability (CGPA) will implement the project titled ‘Mobilizing... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Panel approves DCA on construction of Swat Motorway Phase-II PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Thursday approved Draft Concession Agreement (DCA) for the construction... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Ministry asks intending pilgrims not to make Hajj bookings ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony on Thursday urged the intending pilgrims not to make... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
SED Punjab employs over 400,000 teachers LAHORE: School Education Department (SED), Punjab is the second largest department in terms of its administrative... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Biden administration: Report on press freedom finds mix of problems and progress NEW YORK: One year into office, President Joe Biden’s administration has emphasized the importance of global press... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Iran, US lock horns over sanctions relief, nuclear curbs in Vienna talks DUBAI: Iran and the United States are displaying little flexibility on core issues in indirect nuclear talks, ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Middle East UAE-backed forces enter central Yemen fray ADEN: Yemeni forces backed by the United Arab Emirates have joined coalition troops fighting the Houthi movement... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Europe UK PM fights for political survival after lockdown party shame LONDON: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson was fighting for his political future on Thursday, as his Conservatives... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Global firms fall short on forest protection vows PARIS: Global companies and financial institutions with the highest potential for curbing deforestation are largely... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
South Asia Unidentified man attacks Afghan journalist in Kabul NEW YORK: The Taliban should investigate the recent attack on journalist Noor Mohammad Hashemi and take serious... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Russia says Ukraine talks hit ‘dead end’, Poland warns of risk of war VIENNA/MOSCOW: Poland’s foreign minister said on Thursday that Europe was closer to war than any time in the last... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Russia-led bloc starts Kazakhstan pullout ALMATY: A Russia-led military bloc began pulling out from Kazakhstan on Thursday after a week-long deployment amid ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Prince Andrew gives up military titles, patronages LONDON: Queen Elizabeth II’s second son, Prince Andrew, was on Thursday effectively stripped of his position in... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Directives up to Dec 31, 2021: SECP unveils master circular ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), to facilitate the insurance sector in ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Test cricketer Abid undergoes rehab process LAHORE: Test cricketer Abid Ali, who was diagnosed with a case of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) has started his... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
BEOE launches online foreign jobs portal ISLAMABAD: Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment (BEOE), Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Authorities failed to stop influx of illegal cigarettes from AJK LAHORE: The authorities have failed to stop the influx of illegal cigarettes from Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) to... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
1HFY22: Punjab utilises Rs170bn development funds LAHORE: Punjab during the first six months of current fiscal 2021-22 has so far utilized Rs170 billion out of total... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
SACM speaks about PTI govt’s approach to economic challenges LAHORE: Special Assistant to Chief Minister Punjab for Information and Spokesperson Government of the Punjab Hasaan... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
KBP to launch ‘Give Rights to Farmers’ movement on 19th LAHORE: Kissan Board Pakistan (KBP) has announced to launch ‘Give Rights to Farmers’ movement from January 19,... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
PAAPAM Auto Show shifted to Lahore Expo Centre LAHORE: The much-celebrated Pakistan Auto Show (PAPS), organized every year by the Pakistan Association of Auto ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Official says Customs I&I Lahore has witnessed 30pc drop in smuggling from India LAHORE: The Customs Intelligence & Investigation Lahore has witnessed 30 percent drop in smuggling from India... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Thursday (January 13, 2022) and the forecast for Friday (January 14, 2022).... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Stocks Stock market depressed KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange Thursday remained under pressure and closed in red zone as investors opted to book... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
IHC directs NDMC to investigate Murree tragedy ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) directed the National Disaster Management Commission to probe lack of... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Opposition stages protest demo against ‘mini-budget’ ISLAMABAD: Opposition parties on Thursday staged a protest demonstration outside the Parliament House as the ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Money laundering case: LHC dismisses Shehbaz-Hamza plea against FIA probe LAHORE: A division bench headed by Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday dismissed a petition of... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Bank case: NAB submits its reply before AC ISLAMABAD: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Thursday submitted its reply before the Accountability Court... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
CM urges people to observe Covid-19 SOPs LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar has urged the people to get vaccinated to remain safe from the... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Charges against Haleem ‘valid’: IGP Sindh ISLAMABAD: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh Mushtaq Mehar on Thursday rejected the allegations that terrorism... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Mengal, Fazl take stock of situation ISLAMABAD: Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M) Chairman Sardar Akhtar Mengal Thursday, called on the Pakistan... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
COAS for global efforts to address Afghan problems RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa has stressed for global efforts to address evolving... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
‘Canada’s travel advisory remains unchanged’ ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office on Thursday clarified that there has been no Pakistan-specific updated travel advisory by... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Pink Residency case: AC completes cross-examination of prosecution witness ISLAMABAD: The Accountability Court Islamabad hearing multi-billion rupees fake bank accounts case on Thursday... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
‘Preventing Nuclear War, Avoiding Arms Races’: Pakistan terms P-5 joint statement ‘a positive development’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan welcomed the joint statement by permanent-5 members of the UN Security Council on “Preventing... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
EVMs, i-voting: ECP committees float proposals ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) needs up to 258 billion rupees for the procurement of ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
PPPP, PML-N govts strongly relied on IMF: Awan ISLAMABAD: The Advisor to the Prime Minister on Parliamentary Affairs, Dr Babar Awan, on Thursday, said the previous... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Nazim Jokhio murder case: suspects flee court KARACHI: Suspects in Nazim Jokhio murder case escaped from Malir court after their interim bails were rejected on... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Kartarpur Corridor is a symbol of love: Fawad ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain said on Thursday that Kartarpur Corridor... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Audit objections: NAB chief to appear before PAC on 26th ISLAMABAD: Public Accounts Committee (PAC) Chairman Rana Tanveer Hussain Thursday revealed that the National... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Daska by-election: ECP recommends disciplinary action against 60 officials ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has recommended disciplinary action against 60 officials for... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Maryam meets MPA Yasin LAHORE: The vice-president of Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) Maryam Nawaz visited the residence of injured party... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Covid-19 positivity rate in Punjab surges to 4.69pc LAHORE: The overall positivity rate of coronavirus in the province of Punjab reached to 4.69 percent, as out of... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Farmers’ issues: PPP to kick-start ‘tractor march’ on 21st ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Thursday announced the start of ‘tractor march’ from January 21,... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
PML-Q seeks steps to control inflation LAHORE: Expressing concern over soaring inflation, Pakistan Muslim League-Q leader and Speaker Punjab Assembly Ch... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Staff members of restaurant stage protest demo ISLAMABAD: Monal restaurant administration and workers staged a protest demonstration against the Capital ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Ghazal Festival begins at Alhamra LAHORE: The two-day long musical event titled Ghazal Festival kicked off at Alhamra Arts Center, here on Thursday.... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
IGP orders operation against illegal arm dealers LAHORE: Punjab Inspector General of Police (IGP) Rao Sardar Ali Khan has ordered to launch a grand operation against... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
PTI govt to complete 5-year tenure, insists Punjab Governor LAHORE: Punjab Governor Chaudhry Mohammad Sarwar has said that the political opponents are themselves victims of... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
SMEs: Dawood hails regulatory reforms ISLAMABAD: Advisor to the PM on Commerce and Investment, Abdul Razak Dawood while chairing the sixth Steering... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Stocks Dow higher after producer prices data; Nasdaq, S&P 500 fall NEW YORK: The Dow rose on Thursday after a slower rise in producer prices in December fueled hopes that inflation ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Stocks Nikkei slides as spiking Covid-19 cases bruise retail, services shares TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average dropped on Thursday, as a jump in COVID-19 cases spurred a sell-off in... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Stocks Indian shares end higher BENGALURU: Indian shares eked out gains in a choppy session on Thursday as a jump in metal and energy stocks helped... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Stocks British homebuilders set for worst week LONDON: British homebuilders are set for their worst weekly performance since before the first UK lockdown in 2020... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Stocks Defensive stocks drive European shares lower LONDON: European shares slipped on Thursday as defensive and construction stocks fell on worries over a continuing... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Stocks Blockchain firm BTCS soars on retail rush for bitcoin dividends NEW YORK: Shares in blockchain technology-focused firm BTCS Inc rocketed on Thursday, set to extend a four-day ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Stocks NATIONAL CLEARING COMPANY OF PAKISTAN LIMITED (NCCPL) KARACHI: National Clearing Company declares daily settlement information for local & foreign investors on... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Stocks Last date of renunciation/payment KARACHI: Last dates of renunciation/payment.... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
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 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Rates JLI TAKAFUL BALANCE FUND KARACHI: JLI Takaful Balance Fund Rates on Thursday (January 13, 2022). ======================== Offer Price... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Rates JLI CAPITAL GROWTH TAKAFUL FUND KARACHI: JLI Capital Growth Takaful Fund Rates on Thursday (January 13, 2022). ======================== Offer ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Rates JLI MANAGED TAKAFUL FUND KARACHI: JLI Managed Takaful Fund Rates on Thursday (January 13, 2022). ======================== Offer Price... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Rates JLI YAQEEN GROWTH FUND RATES KARACHI: JLI Yaqeen Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (January 13, 2022). ======================== Offer Price... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Rates JLI MEESEQ Fund Rates KARACHI: JLI Meeseq Fund Rates on Thursday (January 13, 2022). ======================== Offer Price 1,213.0629 ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Rates JLI Capital Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: Jubilee Life Insurance Capital Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (January 13, 2022). ========================... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Rates JLI Managed Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: Jubilee Life Insurance Managed Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (January 13, 2022). ========================... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Thursday (January 13, 2022). ========================== KIBOR... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Rates LIBOR interbank offered rates LONDON: London Interbank Offered Rates (LIBOR) on Thursday (January 13, 2022).... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Energy SNGPL clarification LAHORE: This refers to the report titles “LNG complications”, published in Daily Business Recorder on January ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Cotton & Textile New York cotton NEW YORK: The following were the fluctuations observed during the day:... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Cotton & Textile Cotton jumps over 2pc NEW YORK: ICE cotton futures rose more than 2% on Wednesday after the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) lowered US... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Energy Oil holds near $85/bbl on stronger demand prospects NEW YORK: Oil prices were little changed on Thursday, with Brent crude trading near $85 a barrel, buoyed by... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Energy Cnergyico to acquire 57.37pc stake in Puma Energy KARACHI: The Board of Directors of Cnergyico Pk Limited (formerly Byco Petroleum Pakistan Limited) has approved the... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Energy US natgas futures jump NEW YORK: US natural gas futures soared over 10% to a six-week high on Wednesday after the latest forecasts called... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Commodities China iron ore futures rise on falling shipments, rising demand BEIJING: Chinese iron ore futures jumped over 2% on Thursday, extending gains to a third session on falling ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Wednesday, at PMEX the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR 10.335... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Cotton & Textile Cotton Spot Rates KARACHI: Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (January 13, 2022).... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Cotton & Textile Prices firm amid modest trading activity LAHORE: The Spot Rate remained unchanged on Thursday. The trading volume remained low and the market remained ... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Wednesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Thursday (January 13, 2022)... Published 14 Jan, 2022 07:45am