Alkhidmat provides fertilisers, seeds to flood-hit farmers KARACHI: Farmers adversely affected by floods have received assistance under the “Farmer Rehabilitation... Published 11 Nov, 2022 07:13am
Call for dealing with climate change, food insecurity HYDERABAD: Speakers at a seminar have urged steps to mitigate perils of rising temperature and food insecurity and... Published 11 Nov, 2022 07:11am
ChildLife signs MoU with Italian hospital KARACHI: The Istituto Giannina Gaslini, the largest paediatric care hospital in Northern Italy, and ChildLife... Published 11 Nov, 2022 07:10am
Climate change-induced disasters may significantly set back uplift plans: World Bank ISLAMABAD: Climate change-induced disasters could significantly set back Pakistan’s development ambitions and its... Published 11 Nov, 2022 07:08am
Estimated losses put at $30bn: No end in sight yet to damages from recent floods KARACHI: Rapidly worsening climate change has placed Pakistan at the crossroads with the fact of encompassing the... Published 11 Nov, 2022 07:05am
Taxes Alleged tax evasion by firm making cosmetic products being probed ISLAMABAD: Directorate General of Intelligence and Investigation Inland Revenue (DGIIIR) is investigating a case of... Published 11 Nov, 2022 07:03am
Intra-party elections of PML-N: ECP issues final notices to Shehbaz, Ahsan ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday issued final notices to Prime Minister Shehbaz... Published 11 Nov, 2022 07:01am
Taxes FBR member visits organisations, institutions in Karachi KARACHI: On directions of Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Revenue Tariq Mehmood Pasha and Chairman FBR Asim... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:59am
Prohibited funding case: IK’s interim bail extended till 23rd ISLAMABAD: A banking court on Thursday extended the interim bail of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:57am
Karachi’s businessmen, traders say economy can’t afford sit-ins KARACHI: Industrialists and traders of Karachi on Thursday called for adoption of a “charter of economy”, saying... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:57am
T20 World Cup: NA body praises cricket team’s performance ISLAMABAD: A National Assembly panel on Thursday appreciated Pakistan cricket team’s performance in the T20 World... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:53am
Energy Nepra, EVs Academy host seminar on electric vehicles’ future ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) on Thursday in collaboration with Electrical... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:52am
Energy Import of spare parts, consumable items: NPPMCL seeks PPIB’s help for LCs opening ISLAMABAD: The National Power Parks Management Company Limited (NPPMCL) has sought help from Private Power &... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:50am
Telecom industry: P@SHA urges govt to go for policy interventions ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) urged the government for policy interventions to... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:46am
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia discuss political, security issues ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari and his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud jointly... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:44am
PDWP approves four new development schemes LAHORE: The Punjab Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) approved four development schemes of various sectors... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:42am
PM takes a jibe at Indian team LONDON: As cricketing fever has reached its climax, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday took a jibe at India... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:41am
Political instability has badly affected economy: Bostan KARACHI: President of Forex Association of Pakistan Malik Muhammad Bostan has said that political instability has ... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:37am
Port Qasim at 81st spot on World Bank Container Port Performance Index ISLAMABAD: Port Qasim stands at number 81 on the World Bank Container Port Performance Index. A meeting of the... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:34am
Victims of calamities: President for provision of insurance cover PESHAWAR: President Dr Arif Alvi has stressed the need for launching insurance products at national level and... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:34am
Companies Hascol announces financial results KARACHI: Hascol has announced its results for the half year and nine-month period ending on 30 June 2022 and 30... Published 11 Nov, 2022 06:31am
Direct Tel Aviv-Doha flights to operate during World Cup DOHA: Direct charter flights will operate between Israel and Qatar, which do not have formal diplomatic ties, during... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
ICC Women’s Championship matches: Pakistan team registers clean sweep over Ireland LAHORE: Pakistan women’s cricket team registered a 3-0 win over Ireland in the ICC Women’s Championship matches... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Despite ongoing crisis, govt allows IGP to leave for Umrah LAHORE: In the midst of security challenges arising out of rising political temperature following the ongoing... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Oath of Khatm-e-Nabuwat to be included in nikahnama, NA assured ISLAMABAD: The government on Thursday assured the National Assembly to include the oath of Khatm-e-Nabuwat [Finality... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Parliament can create own mechanism for holding members accountable: IHC ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) said any error in an elected representative’s disqualification judgment... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Flyover at Jam Sadique Bridge planned KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah presiding over a meeting on BRTs, Yellow Line and Red Line decided... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
PTI sit-ins at main entry points of capital continue ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers protest sit-in at main entry points of the capital city and... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Suspension of broadcast licences: Pemra chairman cannot be given unfettered powers: SC ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court declares that the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) chairman ... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Foundation stone of water treatment plant laid FAISALABAD: The foundation stone was laid down of mega project - water treatment plant - at a cost of Rs 7.25 ... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Middle East Iran arrests alleged ‘agent’ of London-based TV channel amid unrest DUBAI: A woman arrested on Thursday by Iran’s security forces has been formally charged with communicating with ... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Europe ‘Isolated’ Putin will not go to G20 summit MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin, who has been shunned by the West over his offensive in Ukraine, will not... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Biden’s COP27, G20 plans: Talk to Xi, pressure Russia, contain North Korea WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden starts a week-long trip to Egypt and Asia on Thursday to grapple with some of the... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Europe Top Museums Issue Statement Against Eco-attacks On Paintings MADRID: Dozens of the world’s top museums issued a joint declaration on Thursday saying environmental activists ... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
The US Soy Sustainability Assurance Protocol TEXT: What is the U.S. Soy Sustainability Assurance Protocol? • The U.S. Soy Sustainability Assurance Protocol... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Does domestic oilseed cultivation have a future? Pakistan’s palm oil imports breached $3.5 billion during the last fiscal, making it the single-largest item on... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
The goal of reaping benefits of Biotechnology in edible oil sector remains a distant dream TEXT: Pakistan made tremendous progress in developing agriculture biotechnology by establishing over 50... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
PAKISTAN OILSEEDS SUMMIT 2022: Messages from Kevin Roepke Regional Director, SASSA Region, USSEC TEXT: The world is in desperate need to break bread right now. This phrase traces its roots back to the New... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
PAKISTAN OILSEEDS SUMMIT 2022: Messages from Jim Sutter Chief Executive Officer, (USSEC) Chairman TEXT: The recent catastrophic floods in Pakistan have once again brought into clear focus two critical issues facing... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
PAKISTAN OILSEEDS SUMMIT 2022: Messages from Mian Muhammad Ahmed Chairman, APSEA TEXT: On behalf of the members of All Pakistan Solvent Extractor’s Association, I feel honored to welcome the... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
PAKISTAN OILSEEDS SUMMIT 2022: Messages from Ansar Haq Khan Chairman, Pakistan Oilseeds Summit 2022 TEXT: It is my privilege and pleasure to welcome all delegates to the Inaugural Pakistan Oilseeds Summit. Oilseeds... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
PAKISTAN OILSEEDS SUMMIT 2022: Messages from Shahzad Ali Khan Patron-in-Chief APSEA TEXT: I am truly delighted to welcome the distinguished delegates to the 2nd Pakistan Oilseeds Summit 2022. It is... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Thursday (November 10, 2022) and the forecast for Friday (November 11, 2022)... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Economic developments and business confidence We have a mixed bag of economic developments. The foreign trade data for October shows encouraging signs. The ... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Regional peace: Pakistan, Iran agree to strengthen cooperation ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran on Thursday agreed to further strengthen their cooperation towards advancing the... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Energy Govt unlikely to ensure 8-hour smooth supply of gas during winter ISLAMABAD: The federal government cannot ensure smooth supply of eight-hour gas during cooking hours in the coming... Updated 11 Nov, 2022 11:48am
Vacant positions: NA body asks PIMS, ministry to ensure merit-based recruitments ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on National Health Services and Regulations, Thursday, directed... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Sanjrani accepts Khokhar’s resignation ISLAMABAD: Chairman Senate Sadiq Sanjrani on Thursday accepted the resignation of Pakistan People’s Party (PPP)... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Post-arrest bail granted to Dost Mazari LAHORE: An anti-corruption court on Thursday granted post-arrest bail to former deputy speaker Punjab Assembly Dost... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Elahi approves automated umbrellas for two mausoleums LAHORE: Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi has approved the installation of automated umbrellas at the compounds ... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
FTO disposes of 5000 tax complaints in 10 months LAHORE: As many as 5000 tax complaints have been disposed of by the office of Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) during the... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Security plan finalised for ‘Haqeeqi Azadi march’ LAHORE: The Punjab police claimed on Thursday to have finalised security arrangements under a comprehensive strategy... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
PARTLY FACETIOUS The ‘Babar Awan Eleven’ “Thank you BAE, you made Pakistan proud.” “I don’t understand - BAE is a global defence company ... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Stocks Wall Street soars as cooling inflation spurs bets of smaller rate hikes NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes rallied on Thursday, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq leading gains, after data... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
FBR: dismal income tax collection The continuously declining dismal share of income tax in overall tax collection during the last many years testifies... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
The elusive ‘new normal’ ‘A nd the clock is ticking. We are in the fight of our lives. And we are losing. Greenhouse gas emissions keep... Updated 11 Nov, 2022 06:14am
Biden hits world stage with midterms spring in his step US President Joe Biden returns to the world stage with a spring in his step after midterm elections he sees proving... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Letters ‘Twists and turns’ This is apropos a Business Recorder op-ed “Twists and turns” carried by the newspaper on Tuesday. The writer,... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Stocks NATIONAL CLEARING COMPANY OF PAKISTAN LIMITED (NCCPL) KARACHI: National Clearing Company declares daily settlement information for local & foreign investors on... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Stocks Electronic/credit of dividend warrants/bonus/right share certificates KARACHI: Electronic/credit of dividend warrants/bonus/right share certificates.... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Stocks Last date of renunciation/payment KARACHI: Last dates of renunciation/payment.... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Rates EFU TAKAFUL CONSERVATIVE FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Takaful Conservative Fund Rates on Thursday (November 10, 2022). ======================== OFFER ... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
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Rates JLI TAKAFUL INCOME FUND KARACHI: JLI Takaful Income Fund Rates on Thursday (November 10, 2022). ======================== Offer Price... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
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Rates JLI MEESAQ Fund Rates KARACHI: JLI Meeseq Fund Rates on Thursday (November 10, 2022). ======================== Offer Price 1260.4553... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Rates JLI Capital Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: Jubilee Life Insurance Capital Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (November 10, 2022). ========================... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
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Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Thursday (November 10, 2022). ========================== KIBOR... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Rates LIBOR interbank offered rates LONDON: London Interbank Offered Rates (LIBOR) on Thursday (November 10, 2022).... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Rates Bulls return to PSX KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Thursday witnessed bullish trend due to aggressive buying in almost all... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Commodities Vietnam coffee supplies rise HANOI/BANDAR LAMPUNG: Vietnam’s coffee supplies built up this week as farmers started to pick beans but trading... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Energy Asia spot oil market eases SINGAPORE: Asia’s spot fuel oil market eased slightly on Thursday, while landed stocks at key trading hubs... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Grains Saudi Arabia issues tender to buy wheat HAMBURG: Saudi Arabia’s main state wheat buying agency, the Saudi Grains Organization (SAGO) issued an... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures up SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures edged higher on Thursday, tracking gains in the Shanghai market, despite... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Grains Asia rice: Vietnam rates climb as traders eye year-end demand boost MUBAI/HANOI/BANGKOK AND DHAKA: Prices of rice exported from Vietnam held at a one-year peak, as traders anticipated ... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Wednesday at PMEX the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR 13.696... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Energy US natgas futures higher NEW YORK: US natural gas futures gained about 2% on Thursday on forecasts for heating demand to rise next week when... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 144,416 tonnes of cargo comprising 117,728 tonnes of import cargo and 26,688... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (November 10, 2022).... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Cotton & Textile Sluggish business on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Thursday remained steady and the trading volume remained very low. Naseem Usman... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Commodities Iron ore snaps 7-session rally MANILA: Dalian and Singapore iron ore futures pulled back on Thursday after a seven-session rally as top steel... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Grains Decline in wheat steadies PARIS/SINGAPORE: Chicago wheat steadied after falling to a two-month low on Thursday as market attention turned to ... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Commodities Copper gains as US inflation data points to fewer rate rises LONDON: Prices of copper and other industrial metals rose sharply on Thursday after US data showed that underlying... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Energy Oil pares losses after cooler than expected US inflation LONDON: Oil pared losses on Thursday, still heading for a fourth consecutive daily decline, as cooler than expected... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Commodities Gold climbs 2pc NEW YORK: Gold prices jumped 2% to a more than two-month high on Thursday as data showed US inflation cooled off a... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Commodities Palm oil falls to 10-day closing low KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures eased on Thursday to a 10-day closing low as China’s stringent COVID-19... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
MENA ‘Design week’ cements Dubai’s status as new culture capital of the world If ever there was proof needed that the emirate is a melting pot of culture and art, a visit to Dubai Design Week is... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am
Commodities UN, Russia to meet today on grain, fertiliser exports GENEVA: UN chiefs are to hold talks with Russian officials in Geneva on Friday on the Black Sea agreements on... Published 11 Nov, 2022 05:54am