Parts of Sindh, southern Punjab continue to sizzle KARACHI: High temperatures continued to be recorded in areas of Sindh and south Punjab, the Met Office said on... Published 22 Apr, 2022 06:00am
Qaiser, Elahi discuss current political issues LAHORE: Former Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser met Speaker Punjab Assembly Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi and former... Published 22 Apr, 2022 06:00am
People intending to begin Aitkaf: Special branch to verify credentials LAHORE: To ensure protection of believers during the last Ashra of Ramzan-ul-Mubarak, the Punjab police’s Special... Published 22 Apr, 2022 06:00am
‘No ethnic party or outsider can solve Karachi’s problems,’ says Kamal KARACHI: Pak Sarzameen Party Chairman Syed Mustafa Kamal on Thursday said that no ‘ethnic party or outsider’ can... Published 22 Apr, 2022 06:00am
Centre assures support to Sindh’s uplift projects ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal has assured ... Published 22 Apr, 2022 06:00am
Hamza speaks about criticality of free, fair elections LAHORE: Terming election reforms necessary before holding general elections, Punjab Chief Minister-elect Hamza... Published 22 Apr, 2022 06:00am
PPP’s Sharjeel Memon notified as provincial minister KARACHI: Sharjeel Inam Memon — a member of the Sindh Assembly who belongs to the Pakistan People’s Party — has... Published 22 Apr, 2022 06:00am
Money & Banking Housing finance facilities: Maximum limit for modaraba companies increased ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has increased the maximum limit for modaraba... Published 22 Apr, 2022 06:00am
Taxes Undisposed ‘auction goods’: Customs empowered to revise reserve price ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has empowered the customs officials to revise the reserve price of the... Published 22 Apr, 2022 06:00am
Companies Nestlé’s Q1 results show steady recovery KARACHI: Nestlé Pakistan posted revenue of Rs37.8 billion for the first quarter of the year, with a growth of 16.8... Published 22 Apr, 2022 06:00am
Xi proposes ‘global security initiative’ BOAO, (China): Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday proposed a “global security initiative” that upholds the... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Putin claims victory in Mariupol despite leaving defenders holed up KYIV: President Vladimir Putin claimed victory in the biggest battle of the Ukraine war on Thursday, declaring the... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
South Asia Taliban order TikTok, PUBG ban in entertainment crackdown KABUL: The Taliban ordered a ban against video-sharing app TikTok and the survival-shooter PlayerUnknown’s... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Russia slaps travel ban on Kamala Harris, Zuckerberg MOSCOW: Russia on Thursday slapped travel bans on US Vice President Kamala Harris, Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg ... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
South Asia In Delhi suburb, some Muslims say demolitions target them unfairly NEW DELHI: India’s Supreme Court will soon rule on whether the demolition of shops in a residential area on the... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Honduras ex-president bound for US for drug trafficking trial TEGUCIGALPA: Former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernandez was set to be extradited to the United States ... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Tariq Fatemi: PM withdraws foreign affairs portfolio ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday withdrew appointment of Tariq Fatemi as his Special Assistant ... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
SC again expresses its dismay over criticism ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has again expressed dismay over the continuing criticism against the judges and the... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Europe Belgian FM steps down to care for husband BRUSSELS: Belgium’s Foreign Minister Sophie Wilmes announced Thursday she was temporarily stepping down to support... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
‘Economic terrorists’ won’t be permitted to flee country: Rana ISLAMABAD: The Interior Minister, Rana Sanaullah, on Thursday said that those who have committed “economic... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Nawaz, Bilawal take stock of situation, agree to work together ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslin League-Nawaz (PML-N) Quaid Nawaz Sharif and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chairman... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Pakistan, Afghanistan can ease concerns through talks: China BEIJING: The Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson on Thursday said that Afghanistan and Pakistan were traditional... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Umar demands ‘immediate elections’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) secretary general Asad Umar on Thursday called upon the government to... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
84th death anniversary of Allama Iqbal observed LAHORE: Glowing tributes were paid to great poet philosopher Dr Allama Muhammad Iqbal, as his 84th death anniversary... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Technologies can help businesses succeed where people have failed: study LAHORE: “People around the world are demanding more progress on sustainability and social efforts and are looking... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Deadly Dadu village blaze: ‘Administrative response was slow’, concedes Sindh CM ISLAMABAD: Chief Minister Sindh Murad Ali Shah on Thursday admitted that the response to the fire incident in Mehar... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Karachi faces more power load-shedding KARACHI: Consumers of K-Electric (KE) will face more load shedding as KE said the National Grid authorities have... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Probe into funding sources of PML-N, PPP: ECP says it’s not employing delaying tactics ISLAMABAD: Faced with criticism over ‘slow pace’ in the Scrutiny Committee’s investigation related to Pakistan... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Toshakhana gifts: Marriyum rejects former PM’s stance ISLAMABAD: Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb on Thursday negated the stance of Pakistan... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
PM condoles death of MQM MNA ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday extended his condolences to the family of Muttahida Qaumi... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Toshakhana gifts: Gill rejects allegations ISLAMABAD: Dr Shahbaz Gill, the chief of staff to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman and former prime minister... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
IHC allows PTI to hold its rally in Islamabad’s F-9 Park ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), Thursday, granted Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) permission to hold a... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
NA: Lawmakers term ‘threat’ letter ‘a lie’ ISLAMABAD: The lawmakers belonging to the coalition government of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, as well as, the... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
‘Revenue system has been revamped through 8,000 Rural Revenue Centres’ LAHORE: Senior Member Board of Revenue Babar Hayat Tarar has said that the whole revenue system has been revamped ... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Administering oath to Hamza: LHC directs AGP to appear in person today LAHORE: The Lahore High Court Chief Justice on Thursday directed the Advocate General Punjab to appear on April 22 ... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
PAC standing committee becomes dysfunctional ISLAMABAD: The Standing Committee on Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has become dysfunctional as the chairman and... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Revenue Dept officer among 4 arrested LAHORE: The Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) Punjab has arrested four persons, including employees of the Punjab... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
UK High Commissioner meets Khar ISLAMABAD: British High Commissioner Dr Christian Turner called on Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Hina ... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
PM orders probe into fire incidents in Dadu villages ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Thursday directed the authorities concerned to hold a complete probe into... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
LHC bench refers Maryam’s plea to CJ LAHORE: A division bench of the Lahore High Court on Thursday referred an application of PML-N Vice President Maryam... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
PU teachers boycott classes, stage protest outside VC’s office LAHORE: On the appeal of Punjab University Academic Staff Association protest was held in all campuses of Punjab... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
USC outlets facing shortage of edible items due to rush of buyers: survey ISLAMABAD: Following the government decision to further cut sugar and wheat flour prices at the Utility Stores... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Extra time sought for reassessing security situation in Pakistan: PIA’s direct flight to Sydney put off on Australia’s request KARACHI: The maiden direct Pakistani flight from Lahore to Sydney, to be operated by the Pakistan International... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Minister visits KPT Head Office KARACHI: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Syed Faisal Ali Subzwari, visited KPT Head Office for introductory... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
JIT visits Mehar village to probe into deadly blaze DADU: A Joint Investigation Team (JIT) formed by Sindh Chief Minster visited Faiz Chandio village of Mehar taluka to... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Dr Sara joins ‘WEF Young Global Leaders’ Class’ KARACHI: Dr. Sara Saeed Khurram, Co-founder and CEO-Sehat Kahani joins world’s most driven researchers, innovative... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
BankIslami organises tree- plantation drive KARACHI: BankIslami has organised a tree plantation drive consecutively for the fourth time, in an effort to... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Seminar on ‘Zinc Nano Fertilizer’ held at AUP PESHAWAR: The Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, Agriculture University of Peshawar (AUP) organised a... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
5G networks: World Bank for cautious implementation of new IoT regulation ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has recommended Pakistan’s policymakers to carefully balance implementing new specific... Updated 22 Apr, 2022 08:19pm
Four TTP terrorists killed in Bannu crossfire BANNU: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) and Police on Thursday said that they have gunned down four terrorists... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Ramazan package: Punjab CS reviews implementation progress LAHORE: Chief Secretary Punjab Kamran Ali Afzal on Thursday presided over meeting to review the implementation of... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Europe Swedish majority favour NATO membership: poll STOCKHOLM: A majority of Swedes are in favour of joining NATO, a new poll showed Thursday, as Sweden’s ruling ... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Middle East Israeli war planes strike Gaza after rocket attack GAZA: Israel carried out air strikes in central Gaza before dawn on Thursday after a rocket launched from the... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Europe UK’s Johnson to face ‘Partygate’ lying probe LONDON: Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced stinging criticism on Thursday from his own Conservative MPs and the... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
PM, Fazl take stock of situation ISLAMABAD: Head of JUI-F Maulana Fazl-ur Rehman called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Thursday.... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Thursday (April 21, 2022) and the forecast for Friday (April 22, 2022)... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Imran: PM orders foolproof security ISLAMANAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed to ensure provision of foolproof security to former Prime... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: The Buzz miraculously escaped injury but… “So who do you reckon Shehbaz Sharif should be wary of as the most-worthy Spoiler?” “Most worthy?”... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
How to solve the debt crisis A previous article (Real clear economics, BR, 24 Mar 2022) pointed out that governments of Pakistan have borrowed ... Updated 22 Apr, 2022 06:20pm
State gifts, tax evasion and rule of law “Qui sentit commodum, sentire debet et onus” This famous legal maxim states that those who receive an advantage must... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Reaching a good balance between austerity and counter-cyclical policies First it was vaccine apartheid practiced by many rich, advanced countries, which significantly contributed to an... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Can Biden turn his ship before midterms storm? Speaking in a windswept Atlantic port, Joe Biden touted recent infrastructure improvements making it easier to turn... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Letters Our dietary intake I was reading the latest article on a website called IFL Science about monosodium glutamate (MSG) and as a medical... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Stocks China stocks slump to 5-week closing low on economic slowdown fears SHANGHAI: China shares slumped on Thursday to a five-week closing low, as prolonged COVID-19 lockdowns and a lack of... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Stocks Asian stocks, FX cautious as investors await IMF debate for growth clues BANGKOK: Indonesian and Thailand equities led the way as emerging Asian stocks made tepid gains on Thursday,... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Stocks French stocks lead gains on Macron hopes LONDON: Strong earnings lifted European shares to two-month highs on Thursday, while French shares outperformed as... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Stocks London’s FTSE 100 ends flat LONDON: London’s FTSE 100 pared losses to end flat on Wednesday as gains in cyclical and energy stocks countered... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Stocks Wall Street loses steam ahead of Fed chair’s speech NEW YORK: The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq reversed early gains on Thursday as bond yields hit fresh multi-year highs... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Stocks Higher oil prices boost Dubai, Abu Dhabi; Saudi stocks pause DUBAI: Dubai and Abu Dhabi indexes gained on Thursday as oil prices rose on fears of supply issues, while investors... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Stocks Tech shares help Japan’s Nikkei post highest close in more than 2 weeks TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei rose on Thursday to its highest close in more than two weeks, driven by technology... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Rates Member to Member KARACHI: The following transactions member to member subsequently reported on Thursday (April 21, 2022).... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Stocks NATIONAL CLEARING COMPANY OF PAKISTAN LIMITED (NCCPL) KARACHI: National Clearing Company declares daily settlement information for local & foreign investors on... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Thursday (April 21, 2022). ==================================== BR... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Rates BOARD MEETINGS KARACHI: Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange.... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Stocks Last date of renunciation/payment KARACHI: Last dates of renunciation/payment.... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Rates Proposed right issues KARACHI: Right issues proposed by companies listed on Pakistan Stock Exchange.... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Rates Clearing Schedule for T+2 System KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange's Clearing Schedule for T+2 System.... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
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 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
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Rates EFU AGGRESSIVE FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Aggressive Fund Rates on Thursday (April 21, 2022). ======================== OFFER PRICE 1,480.6722... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
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Rates JLI Capital Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: Jubilee Life Insurance Capital Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (April 21, 2022). ========================... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
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Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Thursday (April 21, 2022). ========================== KIBOR... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Rates LIBOR interbank offered rates LONDON: London Interbank Offered Rates (LIBOR) on Thursday (April 21, 2022).... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Rates PSX: downward spiral continues KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange Thursday remained under severe selling pressure due to further depreciation of the... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am
Russian-affiliated ships banned: Biden unveils new $800m US military aid for Ukraine WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden announced an additional $800 million security assistance package for Ukraine on... Published 22 Apr, 2022 05:36am