Kabul says evictions of Afghan migrants ‘unacceptable’ KABUL: Pakistan’s plan to evict hundreds of thousands of Afghan migrants is “unacceptable”, Taliban ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Republican hardliners oust US House speaker in historic vote WASHINGTON: Kevin McCarthy was axed Tuesday as speaker of the US House of Representatives in a brutal, historic... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Europe PM Sunak kickstarts UK election campaign with promise of ‘change’ MANCHESTER: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday rallied his ruling Conservatives for the next general election,... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
20 US Democrats express concerns about possible Israel-Saudi deal WASHINGTON: Twenty Democratic US senators expressed support on Wednesday for a potential Israeli-Saudi normalization... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
South Asia CPJ terms police raids on Indian journalists’ homes attack on press freedom NEW DELHI: The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Indian authorities to immediately release NewsClick founder... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Ukraine says hit air defence system in Russia KYIV: Ukraine said Wednesday it struck a Russian anti-aircraft system in the border region of Belgorod overnight, as... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
India’s spies infiltrated West long before Canada’s murder claim NEW DELHI: India’s external intelligence service is a feared foe in its neighborhood: Pakistan, Sri Lanka and ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Turkey threatens to expand strikes in Syria, Iraq ISTANBUL: Turkey warned Wednesday it could step up cross-border air strikes against Kurdish targets after concluding... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Twenty US Democrats express concerns about possible Israel-Saudi deal WASHINGTON: Twenty Democratic US senators expressed support on Wednesday for a potential Israeli-Saudi normalization... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Debt crisis relief for poor countries nowhere near enough: UN GENEVA: Current attempts to resolve the debt crisis swamping poor countries do not go anywhere near far enough given... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
ATC extends bails of Aleema and Uzma Khan LAHORE: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) extended the bails of Aleema and Uzma Khan sisters of PTI Chief Imran Khan and... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Around 602 abandoned children rescued in Punjab LAHORE: The Child Protection Welfare Bureau (CPWB) has rescued as many as 602 abandoned children from across Punjab... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Agri sector needs major transformation: Experts LAHORE: Experts are of the view that Pakistan’s agricultural sector needs a major transformation to meet its... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
‘Old up thinking deepening climate crises in Global South nations’ Karachi: Brussels-based Federico Sibaja, IMF Campaign Manager at Recourse, said that the old developmental thinking... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
‘Mortgagors transferring mortgaged properties to delay recovery proceedings’ LAHORE: Some mortgagors are allegedly involved in transferring the mortgaged properties to their close relatives... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Zaka Ashraf wishes luck to team for ICC Men’s World Cup LAHORE: PCB Management Committee Chairman Zaka Ashraf extended best wishes to the Pakistan Men’s Team upon their... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Nawaz’s return a ray of hope for people: Dar LAHORE: The Leader of the House in Senate and former Federal Finance Minister, Ishaq Dar said on Wednesday that the... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Gas theft crackdown: More 133 connections disconnected in Punjab, KP and Islamabad LAHORE: During the ongoing crackdown against gas pilferers, SNGPL continued raids in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Bail plea of Khadija: LHC seeks reply from respondents by 10th LAHORE: A division bench of the Lahore High Court sought reply from the respondent by October 10 in a bail petition... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
LHC gives last opportunity to law officer LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Wednesday gave last opportunity to a law officer to file a reply by October 11 in a... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
LDA auctions 9 plots for Rs103.9m LAHORE: The Lahore Development Authority on Wednesday auctioned nine plots for Rs 103.9 million. As per the ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Isolation of conjunctivitis victims can stop spread of virus: Minister LAHORE: The caretaker Punjab health minister Prof. Dr. Javed Akram said on Wednesday that conjunctivitis, which is ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
IPP to show power in Jhang on 13th LAHORE: The Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) is going to demonstrate its public power in Jhang on October 13, 2023,... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Election date: IK disappointed with Alvi: Aleema LAHORE: Aleema Khan sister of PTI Chief Imran Khan said Khan was disappointed with President Dr Arif Alvi’s ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Wednesday (October 04, 2023) and the forecast for Thursday (October 05, 2023)... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Two Pakistanis martyred by Afghan guard ISLAMABAD: An Afghan sentry employed at Friend Ship Gate of Chaman border crossing along the Pakistan-Afghanistan... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
COAS, US Defense Secy discuss regional developments ISLAMABAD: Army chief General Asim Munir on Tuesday discussed “recent regional developments” with US Defence... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Parliamentary body briefed about Pakistan-India water dispute ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary panel on Wednesday said that India must not be allowed to deprive Pakistan from the basic... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Cipher case: IK’s bail plea to be heard in open court: IHC ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), on Wednesday, declared that the hearing of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Nawaz can steer country out of all crises: Shehbaz LAHORE: The Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) has geared up efforts for according rousing reception to the party ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Senate panel told: Govt has signed MOUs with 372 NGOs receiving foreign funding ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Economic Affairs Division (EAD), Wednesday, was informed by the ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Jilani in China to attend 3rd Trans-Himalayan Forum ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani is in China to participate in the 3rd Trans-Himalayan Forum... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
JUI-F slams PPP for ‘undue’ criticism ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazal (JUI-F) Pakistan, Wednesday while slamming Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Energy System uggradation: Gas suspension for various sectors in Islamabad ISLAMABAD: Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has announced a gas suspension schedule for residents of... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Sharjeel heaps praise on Zardari, Bilawal PESHAWAR: Pakistan People’s Party leader Sharjeel Inam Memon has stated that “we should not respond to ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Favouritism in award of some contracts: Senate body recommends probe against NHA ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Communications, while observing favouritism in awarding some contracts ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Bond vigilantes and inversion anxiety One of Wall Street’s enduring lessons, “inverted yield curves don’t always predict recessions, but all... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 06:45am
No more business as usual—II Known solutions to our problems start with merit-based governance and justice system adhering to our Constitution.... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 06:51am
Letters Interim setup needs to take more bold decisions The federal government has asked the relevant authorities to conduct the special forensic audit of Peshawar Electric... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Musharraf wore two hats “Who would you twin him with?” “Him as in?” “The Chief Justice?” “I would twin the former chief ... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 06:45am
The fossil fuel folly: damned if you have it; damned if you don’t The world stands at a crossroads, facing a dilemma of unparalleled proportions: the consumption of fossil fuels. In... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 06:57am
Cipher case: Special court defers indictment of IK, Qureshi ISLAMABAD: The special court, on Wednesday, deferred the indictment of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
MCMC delegation visits Alhamra Cultural Complex LAHORE: A delegation comprised of the 38th Mid Career management course visited Alhamra Mall Complex. During their... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
PTI criticises PML-N ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), on Wednesday, criticised it rival Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Financial empowerment of women vital to ensuring gender equality: Alvi ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi Wednesday said the financial empowerment of women with equal access to education... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
RPP cases: Raja Pervaiz summoned by AC ISLAMABAD: The Accountability Court, on Wednesday, summoned former prime minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and other... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Bilawal to start election drive on 18th KARACHI: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) will kick-start party election activities on October 18 in memory of Karsaz... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Climate indicators likely to remain positive KARACHI: The Climate indicators like El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) and Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) are likely ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
‘PIA flight operation to Canada is continuing on regular basis’ KARACHI: PIA flight operation to Toronto, Canada is continuing on a regular basis and there is no probability of any... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
CM lays foundation-stone of display centre at RCCI LAHORE: The caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi accompanied by his cabinet members paid a visit to the... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Battered Dockyard Road causing traffic gridlocks KARACHI: The condition of Dockyard Road in West Wharf area of metropolis has turned into a real mess for the... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Welfare funds being distributed on CCPO Lahore’s order LAHORE: On the special instructions of CCPO Lahore Bilal Siddique Kamayana, the process of distribution of welfare... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Punjab govt withdraws South Punjab re-allocation allowance LAHORE: The Punjab government has withdrawn the South Punjab re-allocation allowance with effect from August 27.... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
PTI appoints Shoaib, Gohar as spokesmen ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Wednesday appointed advocate Shoaib Shaheen and Barrister Gohar Khan as... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Emergency personnel: NRC to enhance coordination, capacity building LAHORE: Inaugurating the 12th National Rescue Challenge (NRC) here at Emergency Services Academy (Rescue 1122), the... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Stocks Banks, refineries lead rally KARACHI: A bullish trend continued on Pakistan Stock Exchange on the third consecutive day on Wednesday on the back... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Stocks Asian FX extend selloff as interest rate woes weigh SINGAPORE: Most emerging Asian currencies depreciated for the third straight session on Wednesday as market... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Stocks Wall St gains after fresh jobs data NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes rose on Wednesday after fresh data pointed to a cooling labor market, while a... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Stocks European stocks slide for third day in a row PARIS: European stocks edged down for a third day in a row on Wednesday, driven by declines in commodity-linked... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Stocks HK stocks extend losses as rising US yields weigh HONG KONG: Hong Kong stocks extended losses to a second session on Wednesday as a sell-off in global bond markets ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Stocks Most Gulf markets track oil, global shares lower DUBAI: Most stock markets in the Gulf ended lower on Wednesday tracking oil prices and global shares lower as... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Stocks Tokyo stocks end lower TOKYO: Tokyo stocks ended sharply lower on Wednesday, extending falls on Wall Street as rising US Treasury yields... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rate sheds Rs300 per maund LAHORE: The Spot Rate Committee of the Karachi Cotton Association (KCA) on Wednesday decreased the spot rate by Rs... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 184,464 tonnes of cargo comprising 154,398 tonnes of import cargo and 30,066... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Energy Oil prices dive NEW YORK: Oil prices tumbled by more than 4% on Wednesday following reports that Russia may lift its diesel ban in... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Stocks PSX marks ‘World Investor Week 2023’ KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) along with numerous other exchanges and organisations across the world marked... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Energy NTC to take up traders’ complaints for quick redressal: Chairman KARACHI: Naeem Anwar, Chairman of National tariff Commission (NTC), has announced that NTC is all-willing to take up... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Tuesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 05 Oct, 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 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Wednesday (October 04, 2023). ========================== KIBOR... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Forex Association of Pakistan on Wednesday (October... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Wednesday (October 04, 2023). ======================== Open ... Published 05 Oct, 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 Wednesday (October 04, 2023).... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Wednesday (October 04, 2023).... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Wednesday (October 04, 2023)... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Wednesday (October 04, 2023). ======================================= ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Wednesday (October 04, 2023). ==================================== ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
First review under SBA becomes due: Ministries spurred into action Ministry of Finance asks all ministries to implement all the commitments made with the International Monetary Fund Updated 05 Oct, 2023 09:47am
50bps hike in policy rate adds Rs300bn to domestic debt: MoF ISLAMABAD: The Finance Ministry has disclosed that 0.5 percent (50 basis points) increase in interest rate... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 11:06am
Afghanistan transit trade agreement: MoC allows transportation of goods already landed at Karachi ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Commerce has allowed transportation of fabrics, tyres, black tea, cosmetics, toiletries,... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 09:43am
SIFC forum for fast-tracking sell-off process ISLAMABAD: Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) Apex Committee has resolved with consensus on... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 08:46am
‘Washing preparation’: FBR to charge 20pc import duty ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) will charge 20 percent customs duty on the import of ‘washing... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 09:12am
Issue of SPLC lands on MoF desk ISLAMABAD: The issue of Saudi Pak Leasing Company Limited (SPLC) has reportedly landed at the desk of the Finance... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Approval of new tariff for Kapco plant: Nepra in a fix ISLAMABAD: National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) is facing a catch 22 situation with respect to... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 08:43am
Taxes Orders that may affect taxpayers: SC asks FBR to gazette, display on website ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court (SC) has ordered the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to gazette all notifications,... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 09:39am
Energy Jan-Jun 2024: PPRA allows PLL to buy 12 LNG spot cargoes ISLAMABAD: The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has allowed Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) to procure 12... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 09:36am
Companies SECP revises Companies (Further Issue of Shares) Regulations, 2020 ISLAMABAD: The revised Companies (Further Issue of Shares) Regulations, 2020 would facilitate capital formation and... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 08:45am
Companies 66.4pc shares of KE: SEP to be given fresh offer: adviser KARACHI: As Shanghai Electric Power (SEP) has renewed its commitment to acquire 66.40% shares in K-Electric (KE) for... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 09:41am
FBR asked to probe solar panel import scam ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Finance directed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), on Wednesday, to... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 09:46am
Investment, shipping, renewable energy: Pakistan, Norway agree to boost cooperation ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Norway have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen cooperation in areas including... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
No respite from ever-rising inflation EDITORIAL: Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 4 percentage points in September – 31.4 percent year on year against... Updated 05 Oct, 2023 06:43am
Unacceptable discrepancies EDITORIAL: The preliminary list of constituency delimitations issued by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP)... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Money & Banking Fragile yen slightly higher; US dollar dips NEW YORK: The yen was little changed to modestly higher on Wednesday against the US dollar, moving away from the... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Money & Banking NZ dollar skids as markets pare rate hike wagers SYDNEY: The New Zealand dollar sagged on Wednesday after the country’s central bank disappointed those wagering on... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Tuesday at PMEX the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR 22.546... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Commodities Japanese rubber SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures rose on Wednesday after a substantial dip in the previous session, even as the... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil up NEW DELHI: Malaysian palm oil futures closed higher on Wednesday, extending gains to a second session after two days... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Commodities Copper sinks LONDON: Copper prices slumped to their lowest in more than four months on Wednesday on concerns about global growth... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Commodities Gold slips NEW YORK: Gold prices crept lower on Wednesday for the eighth consecutive session as elevated US Treasury yields ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am
Number of cellular subscribers declines to 190.44m by end-Aug: PTA ISLAMABAD: The number of cellular subscribers in Pakistan decreased from 190.55 million by end July to 190.44 ... Published 05 Oct, 2023 06:23am