KE takes action against power theft in Malir KARACHI: KE has taken action against power theft in Darakhshan Society, Malir. Illegal connections supplying... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:57am
Food dept, KPITB launch flour supply chain system across KP PESHAWAR: The Food Department and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board (KPITB) jointly launched a... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:56am
Outages in Ramazan: MQM-P leaders criticise Hesco HYDERABAD: The Members National Assembly of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) have deplored that... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:54am
Karachi LG elections: CJP urged to take suo motu notice of ‘post-poll rigging’ KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan Ameer Sirajul Haq has pleaded to Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Atta Bandiyal... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:53am
PDP says refocus on CPEC to augur well for economy KARACHI: Pasban Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman Altaf Shakoor has said in Pakistan the policies are mostly based on... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:51am
AMUOBA pays tribute to Mumtaz Kazmi KARACHI: Aligarh Muslim University Old Boys’ Association (AMUOBA) organized the event “Taqreeb e Tehsin” to ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:50am
PPP to contest April 18 elections in 11 remaining UCs KARACHI: The Pakistan People’s Party announced that it would field candidates to contest the upcoming by-elections... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:48am
New BRT route in Peshawar to be opened today PESHAWAR: Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) will launch a new route of DR-11 from Zoo Peshawar to Phase-VI on March 27. The... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:46am
PML-N plans to deal with PTI thru power of vote: minister ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Rana Sana Ullah on Sunday said that the Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N)’s plan ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:45am
China firm wins tender to redevelop Solomon Islands port SYDNEY: The Solomon Islands has awarded a multi-million-dollar contract to a Chinese state company to upgrade an... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:43am
Companies Nike profits down on higher costs NEW YORK: Nike reported better than expected earnings on Tuesday in its latest quarter, supported by strong demand... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:35am
Companies Toshiba says it will ‘support’ $15bn takeover bid TOKYO: Troubled Japanese conglomerate Toshiba said Thursday it will “support” a $15 billion takeover bid by a... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:33am
Companies VW aims to produce 3m small EV cars in 2025-2030 in Spain, SEAT chief says BARCELONA: German carmaker Volkswagen plans to produce 3 million small electric vehicles at its two plants in Spain... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:32am
Money & Banking Banking stress puts US and Europe on watch for credit crunch WASHINGTON/FRANKFURT: Stress in the banking sector is being closely monitored for its potential to trigger a credit... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:30am
Global bank watchdog vows to ‘learn lessons’ after turmoil PARIS: The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision, charged with worldwide oversight, said Thursday that it would... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:28am
Credit Suisse could face disciplinary action, Swiss regulator says ZURICH: Swiss financial regulator FINMA said it was considering whether to take disciplinary action against Credit... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:26am
Europe UK politicians caught in sting operation about second jobs LONDON: A senior British minister on Sunday defended former cabinet colleagues after they were shown negotiating... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:18am
Energy China holds ‘upper hand’ in Russian gas exports BEIJING: A massive new gas pipeline to China could help reduce Russia’s reliance on European buyers, but analysts... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:15am
Money & Banking LIBOR sunset could get stirred up by banking turmoil BENGALURU: A crisis of confidence in global banking and a backlog of uncleared contracts is making an already... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:14am
US jobless claims tick down as labour market remains tight WASHINGTON: The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits edged down last week, showing no... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:12am
Middle East Israel’s Netanyahu sacks defence minister who opposed judicial overhaul OCCUPIED JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday dismissed Defence Minister Yoav Gallant ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:09am
USA Trump dismisses NY probe at Texas rally WACO, (United States): Donald Trump staged his first presidential campaign rally in Texas Saturday, brushing off his... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:05am
Russia, China not creating military alliance: Putin MOSCOW: Russia and China are not creating a military alliance and the cooperation between their armed forces is... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:02am
Asia Turkmenistan holds parliamentary election under ruling family ASHGABAT: Gas-rich Turkmenistan on Sunday held the first parliamentary polls since the ruling family tightened its... Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:01am
Middle East Tehran condemns US strikes on Iran-linked groups TEHRAN: Tehran has condemned US airstrikes on Iran-linked forces in Syria that reportedly killed 19 people, which... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:59am
Tornado kills at least 25 in Mississippi ROLLING FORK, (United States): At least 25 people were killed by devastating tornadoes that ripped across the... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:55am
Industry 70-member team completes week-long business trip to Ethiopia ISLAMABAD: A 70-member delegation of businessmen and investors from Pakistan made a week-long visit to Ethiopia to... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:53am
Money & Banking BoK opens new branch at PIA building in Peshawar PESHAWAR: Bank of Khyber, a prominent banking institution in the country, has announced the inauguration of its new... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:49am
Industry Furniture industry: US investors want to explore investment avenues ISLAMABAD: Chief Executive Officer Mian Kashif Ashfaq Sunday said that US investors have shown keen interest and... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:48am
Commodities Ramazan ‘gives wings’ to prices of grocery items PESHAWAR: Prices of daily use grocery items, especially vegetables, fruits, live chicken/ meat, pulses, gram flour,... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:47am
Need stressed to promote oil crops to lessen import bill HYDERABAD: Dr Fateh Marri, Vice Chancellor, Sindh Agriculture University, has said that production problems have... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:44am
Cotton & Textile Weekly Cotton Review: Rates decline amid lacklustre business KARACHI: Cotton prices continued to decline previous week. There was a slump in international cotton market also. ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:42am
Industry Nova City, ICCI sign accord ISLAMABAD: Previous day, a dignified ceremony of signing the Memorandum of Understanding was held between Nova City... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:41am
Smooth traffic during Ramazan: Police to deploy additional personnel ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Capital Police (Traffic) has decided to deploy additional police personnel around the main... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:40am
AJK PM for addressing people’s problems without delay MIRPUR (AJK): Azad Jammu and Kashmir Prime Minister Sardar Tanveer Ilyas Khan on Sunday directed the concerned state... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:39am
Taxes PSMA calls for changes in tax rates for scrap dealers LAHORE: The Pakistan Steel Melters Association (PSMA) on Sunday said that withholding tax on supply of scrap should... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:38am
MQM-P accepts invitation to attend APC on indisputable polls KARACHI: A delegation of The Mediators (a Civil Society Coalition for Undisputed elections) led by Karachi Chapter... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:37am
CM’s aide visits markets, checks prices of essential items KARACHI: Spokesperson for the Sindh government and Adviser to the Chief Minister on Law Barrister Murtaza Wahab... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:35am
Actor Jonathan Majors arrested on assault charges NEW YORK: The actor Jonathan Majors was arrested in New York City over the weekend on assault and harassment ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:33am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Sunday (March 26, 2023) and the forecast for Monday (March 27, 2023).... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
SCO summit: PIBC praises Modi for extending invitation to Pakistan LAHORE: The Pakistan India Business Council (PIBC) has welcomed inviting Pakistan to participate in the Shanghai... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Morocco stun Brazil for first time in friendly international match TANGIERS (Morocco): Morocco stunned Brazil 2-1 in a friendly international on Saturday as the north African side... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Euro 2024: Mbappe looking to reach new heights with ambitious France DUBLIN: Kylian Mbappe’s rise continued as France started their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign with a 4-0 win ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
England see off Ukraine in Euro qualifier, Kazakhs stun Denmark PARIS: Harry Kane scored again as England made it two wins from two in Euro 2024 qualifying by beating Ukraine 2-0 ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim submits new bid for Man Utd LONDON, March 25, 2023 (AFP) - Manchester United have received a second Qatari bid to buy the English football... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Miami Open: Hurkacz beats Kokkinakis in epic, Medvedev cruises through MIAMI GARDENS (United States): Hubert Hurkacz saved five match points as he fought back to beat Thanasi Kokkinakis ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
South Africa chase down record T20 target to beat Windies PRETORIA: South Africa pulled off the highest successful run chase in Twenty20 international cricket on Sunday to... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Coach says Bangladesh to stay aggressive after England, Ireland wins CHITTAGONG: Bangladesh aim to retain their all-round aggression following their shock recent T20 series sweep over... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Ballance, Madhevere star as Zimbabwe win ODI series HARARE: Half-centuries from Gary Ballance and Wessly Madhevere helped Zimbabwe defeat the Netherlands by seven... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Engaging youth critical to bolstering Pak-Saudi relations: CII chairman ISLAMABAD: Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) Chairman Dr Qibla Ayaz on Sunday said engaging youth was crucial to... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
U-20 World Cup draw in Indonesia postponed amid protest against Israel participation JAKARTA: The draw for the Under-20 FIFA World Cup that was scheduled to take place in Indonesia next week will be... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Letters The fuel ‘relief’ plan and the IMF The government’s planned fuel relief package has expectedly attracted International Monetary Fund’s (IMF’s) ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Stop blaming the IMF! It has been forty days since the IMF’s (International Monetary Fund’s) technical talks concluded, but there have... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
The IMF-govt trust deficit The Pakistani public is being subjected to extremely disturbing macroeconomic indicators with each subsequent update... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Flour distribution steps reviewed FAISALABAD: As many as 692943 bags of 10-kg flour have been free distributed among deserved in last five days under... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
KP govt unveils social protection policy PESHAWAR: The Provincial Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has prepared a Social Protection Policy to tackle poverty... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Need stressed for increasing use of solar energy PESHAWAR: Speakers at an international conference at Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering and Technology said... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Policeman guns down neighbour over petty issue KARACHI: A police official shot dead his neighbour over a petty issue of throwing garbage in Karachi’s Lines Area... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Nawabshah airport closed for two months NAWABSHAH: The Nawabshah airport has been closed for flight operations for two months, the Civil Aviation Authority... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Public asked to discourage ‘professional beggars’ ISLAMABAD: Social activists on Sunday warned the public against ‘professional beggars’ who are encroaching ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
QWP demands action against flour hoarders, profiteers PESHAWAR: Qaumi Watan Party (QWP) demanded the government to ensure the availability of all commodities particularly... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
NIH confirms one death from Covid-19 in Sindh ISLAMABAD: The National Institute of Health (NIH) on Sunday confirmed that one death was reported in Sindh from... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Establishment Division transfers two DIGs ISLAMABAD: The Establishment Division Islamabad on Sunday transferred two Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Police. ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
KPCIP arranges session on women empowerment at Iqra University PESHAWAR: The management of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Cities Improvement Program KPCIP arranged a Women Empowerment Panel... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
PML-N wants ‘scales of justice to be balanced’ before polls: Maryam LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senior Vice President and chief organizer Maryam Nawaz has said that... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Imran praises Lahorites over successful rally LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman and former prime minister Imran Khan has thanked Lahorites for ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Fawad flays PM’s response to Alvi’s letter LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior vice president Fawad Chaudhry has alleged that Prime Minister Shehbaz... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Europe German workers’ strike over pay is matter of survival BERLIN/FRANKFURT: A top union boss in Germany justified a massive strike planned for Monday as a “matter of... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Gulf states appeal to US on Israeli minister’s Palestinian comments RIYADH: The Gulf Cooperation Council said Sunday it had written to Washington’s top diplomat condemning... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Automart: car prices in Karachi Rates in the week ended Sunday March 26, 2023 Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Rates Your rupee last week KARACHI: Following currency fluctuations took place in foreign exchange rates during the last week. (March 20 to 22,... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
SBP urged to adopt accommodative policy stance LAHORE: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry’s Businessmen Panel (BMP) on Sunday urged the... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Energy Construction work on Koto Power project nearing completion PESHAWAR: Construction work on 40 megawatt capacity Koto power plant in Dir Lower district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
PRIME releases 47-point ‘charter of economy’ ISLAMABAD: The Policy Research Institute of Market Economy (PRIME), a prominent think tank, on Sunday has released a... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
PBF VP spells out steps aimed at fuelling economic growth KARACHI: In the face of multi-dimensional obstacles to revival of economy, the desired acceleration of annual growth... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Commodities Palm oil extends losses to clock biggest weekly drop in four months KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures on Friday extended losses to a seventh session to log their biggest weekly... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Commodities Gold eases from key $2,000 level as dollar rises NEW YORK: Gold dipped on Friday in a volatile week that saw bullion prices north of the key $2,000 figure as bank... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Energy Oil settles down on worries over banks, US crude reserve NEW YORK: Oil prices settled lower on Friday as European banking shares fell and after US Energy Secretary Jennifer... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Commodities Nickel surges as inventories slide and speculators wade in LONDON: Nickel shot up on Friday after inventories in China tumbled, while some speculators took advantage of the... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Stocks China stocks fall on rising Sino-US tensions SHANGHAI: China and Hong Kong stocks fell on Friday, as elevated Sino-US geopolitical tensions dented investor... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Stocks Wall Street Week Ahead: Strength in megacap stocks masks broader US market woes NEW YORK: Investors are relying on an old strategy to navigate the current tumult in asset prices: buying shares of... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Stocks Wall Street recovers as Fed officials calm bank fears NEW YORK: Wall Street bounced back from an earlier sell-off on Friday at the end of a tumultuous week as US Federal... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Countering the TTP terrorists EDITORIAL: Clashes between the security forces and the TTP (Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan) militants have intensified... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Sikh militancy returning to India’s Punjab EDITORIAL: The proponents for an independent state called ‘Khalistan’ are presently fighting on two fronts. The... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Tight gas policy must be loosened EDITORIAL: The country is currently relying around half of its energy needs on imports and within the gas sector the... Updated 27 Mar, 2023 11:28am
Traders stress need for banking channels to promote trade with regional states PESHAWAR: Traders’ community has demanded the establishment of proper banking channels and business to business... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Energy Adjustment of foreign exchange losses: Serious flaws in Ogra policy pointed out LAHORE: The stakeholders of the oil sector have pointed out serious flaws in the policy of the Oil and Gas ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Kazakhstan ready to boost ties with Pakistan: minister ISLAMABAD: Minister for National Economy of Kazakhstan A. Kuantyrov has said that Kazakhstan is willing to ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
India says ‘time has come’ for Airbus, Boeing to set up jet assembly plants NEW DELHI: Plane giants Airbus and Boeing face mounting pressure to set up jetliner plants in India, after the... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Banking stress brings US closer to recession: Fed’s Kashkari WASHINGTON: Recent stress in the banking sector and the possibility of a follow-on credit crunch brings the US ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Rates PKR declines 0.53pc KARACHI: A shortened week saw the rupee lose 0.53% against the US dollar to settle at 283.2 in the inter-bank ... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Berliners vote down referendum on tighter climate goals BERLIN: A referendum in Berlin on Sunday that would have bound the city to strive to be climate neutral by 2030 has... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Tunisia recovers 29 bodies after migrant vessels capsize TUNIS: Tunisia’s coastguard said Sunday the bodies of 29 migrants from sub-Saharan African countries had been... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
SECP decides to amend VPS rules ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has decided to amend the Voluntary Pension... Updated 27 Mar, 2023 12:07pm
Wheat flour distribution points: PM visits Multan, other parts of southern Punjab MULTAN: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday undertook visits to various free wheat flour (Atta) distribution... Updated 27 Mar, 2023 12:10pm
China opens ties with Honduras BEIJING/TEGUCIGAL-PA/TAIPEI: China established diplomatic ties with Honduras on Sunday after the Central American... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Four key projects: ADB sends mission to ascertain complaints’ eligibility ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has dispatched its Accountability Mission to ascertain eligibility of... Updated 27 Mar, 2023 12:09pm
Rates Futures spread down 193bps KARACHI: The futures spread declined by 193bps to 15.68 percent on the last day of the outgoing week. Trading... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Rates PSX remains under severe pressure KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange remained under severe pressure during the outgoing four-day week due to heavy... Published 27 Mar, 2023 06:15am
Economic impasse is rooted in PTI govt’s policies: PM LAHORE: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said today’s political, governance and economic challenges have their... Updated 27 Mar, 2023 12:04pm