Improving foreign investment climate ‘After a steep drop in 2020 and a strong rebound in 2021, global foreign direct investment (FDI) declined by 12 per... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:55am
Violent conflict in Kurram EDITORIAL: Mercifully, the Kurram warring tribes have reportedly agreed to cease hostilities for a year. The area ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:41am
IMF SBA, finally EDITORIAL: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) board approved the 3 billion dollar Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) to... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:38am
Severed fingertip sent in letter to Macron PARIS: French prosecutors said Thursday they had opened an investigation after the discovery of a severed fingertip... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Shaheens gear up for ACC Men’s Emerging Asia Cup LAHORE: Defending champions Pakistan Shaheens are all geared up to open their campaign in the ACC Men’s Emerging... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Lies, damned lies and statistics “You heard the quote - there are lies, lies and then there are statistics.” “Hey I am not Nawaz Sharif who ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
China renews call for US to lift sanctions BEIJING: China on Thursday renewed its call for the United States to lift “unilateral” sanctions against Chinese... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
South Asia India gives initial nod to buy French Rafale jets, submarines NEW DELHI: India’s defence ministry has given initial approval to purchase 26 Rafale fighter jets for its navy and... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
CPJ urges BD authorities to lift shutdown on two social media platforms NEW YORK: Two Bangladeshi social media outlets shuttered by authorities must be allowed to operate freely, the... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Senate body informed: KPK only province without specialised public sector children’s hospital ISLAMABAD: Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services and Regulations, Tuesday, was informed that the... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Special shoulder braids to constables: IGP Punjab takes historic step LAHORE: Inspector General Police Punjab Dr Usman Anwar has taken a historic step to increase the honour and respect... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Navigating the Challenges: Pakistan’s Logistics Industry TEXT: As Pakistan continues its journey towards economic growth and development, the logistics industry plays a ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
MERI GARI – Pakistan’s Best App for Goods Transportation TEXT: Meri Gari commenced operations in 2022 with an aim to transform road freight in Pakistan, through cutting-edge... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
TAQ’s role in logistics continues to bolster up the economy TEXT: At a time when it’s most needed ‘The TAQ Organization’, a pioneer in the supply chain logistics sector,... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Regional Connectivity – Opportunities, Challenges & Way Forward TEXT: The fall of the erstwhile Soviet Union and the emergence of the Central Asian Republics (CARs) around three... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Thursday (July 13, 2023) and the forecast for Friday (July 14, 2023)... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
SC seeks report on hirings at SHC, district courts ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court directed the SC staff to supply the report of a three-member committee of the Sindh ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Haji Gulber Khan elected GB CM GILGIT: The Gilgit Baltistan Assembly on Thursday elected Haji Gulbar Khan as new Chief Minister (CM) of the... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Bilawal to visit UK ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is to visit United Kingdom (UK) in the last week of the current... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Sindh PA session held: Opposition says concerned at drug trafficking in education institutions KARACHI: Opposition in the Sindh Assembly on Thursday reiterated its concerns over sale of drugs in education... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Pakistan says committed to engaging with Afghanistan on all aspects ISLAMABAD: In a bid to ensure lasting peace between the two countries, Pakistan on Thursday reaffirmed its ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Kundi says there’s Israel’s link to ‘May 9’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Spokesman and Minister of State for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Islamabad, Lahore & Peshawar: Minister warns of urban flooding ISLAMABAD: Climate Change Minister Sherry Rehman has warned of urban flooding in the twin cities of Islamabad and... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
ATC issues bailable arrest warrant for IK in FJC attack case ISLAMABAD: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC), on Thursday, issued bailable arrest warrant for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
‘Agri sector to be key part of IPP manifesto’: Aleem discusses election strategy with party leaders LAHORE: President of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP), Abdul Aleem Khan, said on Thursday that agriculture and... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Trials of civilians under Army Act: SC to resume hearing on 18th ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court will resume the hearing of petitions against the trials of civilians under the Army ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Ghaznavi made Assistant Rotary Public Image Coordinator Zone-IB ISLAMABAD: Rotary International Thursday announced the appointment of Imran Ghaznavi as the Assistant Rotary Public... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Quake relief: Coca-Cola Pakistan donates water filtration plants to Turkiye KARACHI: Coca-Cola Pakistan handed over five water filtration plants for Turkiye earthquake relief to the Turkish... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
We need to start living within our means Some day our cheerfulness in adversity will come to colour. Pakistan has been a member of the International Monetary... Updated 14 Jul, 2023 06:59am
CM holds meeting for restoring Lahore heritage LAHORE: The caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi huddled up at his office to assess the progress of ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Kashmir Martyred Day: APHC leaders reiterate resolve to continue freedom struggle ISLAMABAD: The leaders of All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), Thursday, while marking the Kashmir Martyred Day... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
AKU workshop addresses cervical cancer burden in Pakistan KARACHI: The Aga Khan University in collaboration with the Centre for Women and Child Health at AKU and Liaquat... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
‘National Freelancing Policy’ drafted ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has drafted “National Freelancing... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Woman among two shot dead by opponents in Lahore court LAHORE: Two people including a woman were shot and killed by opponents of a case in the Lahore session court here on... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Wildlife Dept inks ‘management agreement’ with Punjab Rangers LAHORE: The Punjab Wildlife and Parks Department has entered into a ‘management agreement’ with the Punjab... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
NA body informed: PTV earns record profit of Rs5.5bn this year ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Information and Broadcasting on Thursday was informed that ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
‘Darkest day for democracy’ PTI terms election of GB’s new CM ‘broad daylight robbery’ of public mandate ISLAMABAD: Terming the election of new chief minister Gilgit-Baltistan “a broad daylight robbery” of public... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
NTDC restores DG Khan-Loralai Transmission Line LAHORE: The National Transmission and Despatch Company Ltd (NTDC) has successfully restored power supply through the... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Senate body informed: NHA moves summary for recruiting 1,900 posts ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Communications, Thursday, was informed that the National Highways and... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
4,000 damaged houses in South Waziristan: NA body concerned at not completing survey ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on States and Frontier Regions (SAFRON) expressed serious ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Pakistan Innovation Fund: Ministry awards grant to young innovators, entrepreneurs ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives formally awarded a grant ranging from ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Men more vulnerable to dengue virus in Pakistan: minister LAHORE: The caretaker provincial Health Minister Dr Javed Akram said on Thursday that dengue virus has affected men... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
LHC allows interim protective bail to IK LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Thursday allowed interim protective bail to PTI chairman Imran Khan for fortnight ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates Stocks fall on profit-taking KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange Thursday closed on a negative note as the investors opted to book profits on... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 124,994 tonnes of cargo comprising 89,319 tonnes of import cargo and 35,675... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Stocks Indian shares rise as cooling US inflation powers IT stocks BENGALURU: Indian shares edged higher on Thursday, aided by information technology (IT) stocks amid cooling ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Stocks China stocks jump at close after govt signals support to tech giants SHANGHAI: China and Hong Kong stocks jumped on Thursday, led by tech giants, after authorities sent another strong... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Stocks European shares rise as tech leads gains PARIS: European shares closed higher on Thursday led by technology stocks, as hopes grew that the Federal ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Stocks Ebbing inflation eases rate hike fears on Wall Street NEW YORK: Wall Street rose on Thursday after producer prices data provided further evidence of inflation cooling in... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Letters General election to take place in October or November In his address to the nation yesterday, prime minister Shehbaz Sharif said that he will hand government over to the... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Wednesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Thursday (July 13, 2023)... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================================= Offset... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (July 13, 2023).... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates Revised Rates of Debt Securities KARACHI: The following were the revised rates of debt securities on Thursday (July 13, 2023).... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates Cross Transactions between Client to Client & Financial Institutions KARACHI: The following were the cross transactions between client to client & financial institutions here on... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates Member to Member KARACHI: The following transactions member to member subsequently reported on Thursday (July 13, 2023).... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Stocks NATIONAL CLEARING COMPANY OF PAKISTAN LIMITED (NCCPL) KARACHI: National Clearing Company declares daily settlement information for local & foreign investors on... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ==================================== BR... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates BOARD MEETINGS KARACHI: Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange.... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Stocks Last date of renunciation/payment KARACHI: Last dates of renunciation/payment.... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates Proposed right issues KARACHI: Right issues proposed by companies listed on Pakistan Stock Exchange.... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
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 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates EFU TAKAFUL CONSERVATIVE FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Takaful Conservative Fund Rates on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================== OFFER PRICE... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates EFU TAKAFUL AGGRESSIVE FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Takaful Aggressive Fund Rates on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================== OFFER PRICE... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates EFU TAKAFUL GROWTH FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Takaful Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================== OFFER PRICE... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates EFU INCOME GROWTH FUND KARACHI: EFU Income Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================== OFFER PRICE ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates EFU AGGRESSIVE FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Aggressive Fund Rates on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================== OFFER PRICE 1,569.3487... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates EFU GUARANTEED GROWTH FUND RATES KARACHI: EFU Guaranteed Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================== OFFER PRICE... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates EFU Aitemad Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: EFU Aitemad Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================== OFFER PRICE... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates EFU Capital Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: EFU Capital Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================== OFFER PRICE... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates EFU Pension Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: EFU Pension Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================== OFFER PRICE... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates EFU Managed Growth Fund Rates KARACHI: EFU Managed Growth Fund Rates on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================== OFFER PRICE... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ========================== KIBOR... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Companies profits bill approved by NA panel ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resources Development on... Updated 14 Jul, 2023 08:51am
Airports’ outsourcing: Only management controls being given, NA panel told ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan has initiated a process to outsource the operations and management at Karachi,... Updated 14 Jul, 2023 08:49am
PSDP: FD yet to notify strategy for release of funds ISLAMABAD: Finance Division is yet to notify strategy for release of funds with regard to PSDP, interest payment,... Updated 14 Jul, 2023 10:00am
C-5 project: PAEC’s point of view ISLAMABAD: This is apropos a news report “$5bn Chashma-5 N-Plant to produce power at Rs 20 per unit: Country has... Updated 14 Jul, 2023 10:02am
October system collapse: Non-implementation of recommendations irks Nepra ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has expressed reservations against National... Updated 14 Jul, 2023 08:56am
Beverage sector: FBR kicks off process of implementing T&T system ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue has started the process of implementing the Track and Trace (T&T) system... Updated 14 Jul, 2023 09:03am
Grains Wheat flour price reaches all-time high LAHORE: The price of wheat flour second time in the month has reached all-time high on Thursday. According to... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Wednesday at PMEX the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR 24.479... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures inert SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures were relatively unchanged on Thursday ahead of China trade, with a firm yen... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Commodities Brazil green coffee exports fall SAO PAULO: Brazil, the world’s largest coffee exporter, shipped 2.29 million 60-kg bags of green coffee abroad in... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Energy US natural gas futures down as low LNG feedgas offsets impact of extreme heat NEW YORK: US natural gas futures slid about 3% on Wednesday as maintenance work limits the amount of gas flowing to... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (July 13, 2023)... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Cotton & Textile Firm trend on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Thursday was steady and the trading volume remained satisfactory. Cotton ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Energy Oil prices up, hit nearly 3-month high NEW YORK: Oil prices rose on Thursday to their highest in nearly three months after US inflation data implied... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Commodities Copper extends gains, hits three-week high LONDON: Copper prices extended gains to hit three-week highs on Thursday on hopes for a halt in US rate hikes after... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Commodities Palm oil ends lower on global output forecast KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures ended lower on Thursday, weighed down by forecast of improving production ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Commodities Gold scales 1-month peak as dollar, yields drop NEW YORK: Gold prices hovered near 1-month highs on Thursday as the dollar and Treasury yields fell on expectations... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
TikTok updates family pairing feature LAHORE: Announcing new initiatives aimed at enhancing the safety and well-being of teenagers, TikTok has expanded ... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Energy ‘Speed of electrical uplift work being accelerated in FESCO region’ FAISALABAD: Chairman Faisalabad Electric Supply Company FESCO/WAPDA Malik Tahsin Awan has said that on the special... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Energy PAC warns Nepra chief against non-cooperation with AGP ISLAMABAD: The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) on Thursday warned Chairman National Electric Power Regulatory... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Energy Wapda chairman visits Mohmand Dam project’s all key sites: Management directed to complete River Swat diversion during low-flow season LAHROE: Chairman Wapda Engr Lt Gen Sajjad Ghani (Retd) has directed the project management of Mohmand Dam to double... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Energy Possible rains: Iesco field formations put on high alert ISLAMABAD: Chief Executive Iesco Dr Muhammad Amjad Khan has said that field formations have been put on high alert... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Commodities Gold prices soar KARACHI: Gold prices on Thursday bounced back with a huge gain on the local market, traders said. The yellow metal... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Thursday (July 13, 2023). ======================== Open Bid Rs... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Thursday (July 13, 2023).... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am
Forex Currency values in terms of Special Drawing Rights WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund (IMF), treasuries' department's currency values in terms of Special... Published 14 Jul, 2023 06:23am