US FDA panel gives thumbs down on approval for Amgen lung cancer drug NEW YORK: Advisers to the US Food and Drug Administration on Thursday found that data from a late-stage trial was ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Europe French army to begin Niger pullout ‘this week’ PARIS: France said Thursday that it would start withdrawing its troops from Niger this week after a falling-out with... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
South Asia Indian police widen probe into funding of news portal NEW DELHI: Indian police expanded on Thursday an investigation into suspected illegal foreign funding of a news... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Europe Syria attack on military academy kills 100 as Turkey hits Kurdish BEIRUT: An attack Thursday on a Syrian military academy killed more than 100 people, a war monitor said, with state... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
IMF, World Bank to tackle climate goals among reforms at annual meetings WASHINGTON: The World Bank and International Monetary Fund will tackle the thorny issue of institutional reform at... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
US public support declines for arming Ukraine: polls WASHINGTON: Support is falling among Americans of both major political parties for supplying Ukraine with weapons, a... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
India says Afghan embassy still open NEW DELHI: Afghanistan’s embassy in New Delhi continues to function, India’s foreign ministry said on Thursday,... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
OIL & GAS REGULATORY AUTHORITY TEXT: “Safety at operational activities is essential to save precious lives of both the employees and the general... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Mayor heaps praise on KMC employees KARACHI: Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab on Thursday underscored the imperative of enhancing and stabilizing... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Flood-affected areas projects: WB official, minister discuss progress ISLAMABAD: Country Director World Bank Njay Benhassine called on Caretaker Minister for Planning, Development and... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Toshakhana case: IK moves IHC to seek suspension of court’s verdict ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan, Thursday, moved the Islamabad High Court (IHC) ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Durrani says ‘there are no governing spaces for TTP in Pakistan’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Special Representative for Afghanistan Ambassador Asif Durrani (retired) on Thursday said that... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Jilani meets Chinese FM ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their commitment to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Solar panels case: Interim bail granted to accused KARACHI: The Special Judge Customs Court in Karachi has granted interim bail to the accused individuals allegedly... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
‘Borrowed money will never fix economic problems’ KARACHI: Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, President Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, and... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
PM explains significance of ‘NEOC’ ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar while inaugurating the National Emergencies Operation Centre... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Cricket ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023: Babar Azam optimistic about team’s prospects LAHORE: The much-anticipated moment for the Pakistan cricket fans arrives on Friday (today) as Pakistan begin their... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
PFA takes action against eight water filtration plants LAHORE: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) on Thursday stopped production of eight water filtration plants for not... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Punjab govt authorised to fix sugar prices LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday declared a notification of the federal government as null and void... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Maryam urges people to extend historic welcome to Nawaz LAHORE: Dispelling all the rumours, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Chief Organiser Maryam Nawaz said on... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Siraj concerned over growing Pak-Afghan acrimony LAHORE: Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Siraj-ul-Haq has expressed concern over the growing acrimony in ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Kidney Hills corruption case: Mandviwalla, others summoned on Nov 20 ISLAMABAD: The Accountability Court, on Thursday, summoned Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Senator Saleem ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Experts underscore need for tailoring meaningful, sustainable development, theme-wise reform agenda ISLAMABAD: Speakers at a conference while discussing the key challenges Pakistan is facing across various sectors... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Chinese CG donates ration bags to people of Gwadar KARACHI: The Consulate General of China in Karachi donated ration bags to the people of Gwadar. This donation was... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Hostel funds, exam dept: FJMU’s Syndicate approves budget estimates LAHORE: The 34th Syndicate meeting of Fatima Jinnah Medical University (FJMU), which met with the provincial health... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
IMT/5G spectrum auction: Cabinet likely to approve TORs, formation of advisory body ISLAMABAD: The caretaker federal cabinet is likely to approve the terms of reference (TORs) and the constitution of... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Airconditioning problems at PIMS, Polyclinic Hospital: Senate body takes up matter ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination on Thursday took... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Flood-affected areas under 4RF: Implementation of development projects expedited ISLAMABAD: The second meeting of the Federal Steering Committee on Resilient, Recovery, Rehabilitation and... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
US diplomat meets CM, discusses various matters LAHORE: US Consul General Ms Kristin K Hawkins deputed in Lahore met with the caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Message from Ryota Takizawa President and CEO Idemitsu Lube Pakistan (Private), Ltd TEXT: At Idemitsu, we take immense pride in being a leading provider of high-quality lubricant solutions in ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
The Dynamic Transformation of the Global LNG Landscape and Pakistan's Virtual LNG Role TEXT: In the ever-evolving realm of liquefied natural gas (LNG), the world is witnessing a paradigm shift, and... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
OGDCL’s Quest for Energy Self-sufficiency TEXT: As Pakistan faces forex scarcity, restrictions have been imposed on opening Letters of Credit (LCs) for ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Safety: Top Concern of LPG Indusry TEXT: Pakistan LPG Marketers Associations (PLPGMA) dealing exclusively with LPG Industry and educating and promoting... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Instilling Safety Mindset: Navigating LPG Sector Challenges and Best Practices TEXT: Pakistan is an energy deficient country with dwindling indigenous Natural Gas reserves. The share of LPG in... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Attoack Refinery Limited: Great Heritage … Greater Vision TEXT: Attock Refinery Limited (ARL) was incorporated as a Private Limited Company in November, 1978 to take over the... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Mitigating Risks in Oil and Gas Industry TEXT: Safety is a top priority and should never be overlooked. Safety should never be taken lightly and is a topic ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Jhelum LPG Explosion Consequences of Violating LPG Safety Protocols TEXT: Seven persons were killed and another 10 injured when a three-storey private building at GT Road Jhelum... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
OGRA’s Performance at a Glance Financial Year 2021-23 TEXT: Functionality and Visibility of OGRA: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) was established by the... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Thursday (October 05, 2023) and the forecast for Friday (October 06, 2023)... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Jilani meets Afghan FM in Tibet ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani on Thursday met Afghan acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
ECP, govt bound to ensure elections within stipulated period of time: PTI ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Thursday said that only 34 days are left for general elections in the... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
LWMC removes 65 workers LAHORE: The Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC) has taken decisive action against absentees as it announced the... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
LHC orders fine of Rs3,000 for washing vehicles at home LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday hearing petitions relating to environmental issues ordered a fine of... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Red notices issued thru Interpol: Police’s crackdown against dangerous POs continues LAHORE: On the direction of Inspector General Police Punjab Dr Usman Anwar, the police teams across the province,... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Illegal immigrants: Operation not aimed at any particular nationality: FO ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office said on Thursday that the new policy aimed at deporting illegal migrants after October... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
CCPO Lahore inspects ‘dolphin heavy bikes’ LAHORE: Capital City Police Offcier (CCPO) Lahore Bilal Siddique Kamayana has said that “protecting the life and... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Solar panel import scam: FBR tries to put the blame on banks ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has tried to put the entire blame on banks for not checking massive... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Elahi’s release: SC questions omnibus of orders by high court ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court questioned how and under what law the high court could pass omnibus orders for the... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Pakistan among countries given spyware? European companies sold spyware to despots PARIS: European companies sold powerful spyware to authoritarian regimes which have used it against dissenters, a... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Field of health: Governor for expanding cooperation with Turkiye LAHORE: Emphasising the need of maximum exchange of educational and trade delegations between Turkiye and Pakistan,... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Polio virus: Samples of Peshawar, Dera Bugti test positive ISLAMABAD: The environmental samples collected from Peshawar city and District Dera Bugti from Balochistan have... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Immigrants expulsion state’s decision to maintain security: Achakzai QUETTA: The Caretaker Information Minister Balochistan Jan Achakzai on Thursday expressed disagreement with the... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
World Bank needs to revisit its policy and lending focus In its recently released report ‘Pakistan development update October 2023: restoring fiscal sustainability’ the... Updated 06 Oct, 2023 09:56am
Combatting rising human trafficking Migrant smuggling is a deadly business operated by groups that seek to profit from thousands of people, without any... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Letters Shehbaz isn’t telling the whole truth Shehbaz Sharif seems to have been making untiring efforts to restore the image of his brother, Nawaz Sharif, who has... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Kakar didn’t even cause a ripple “There is one caretaker appointment that I wholly and unreservedly support.” “Is it Kakar whose twelve day... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Gas tariff and reforms—I The government is to announce new gas tariff for the current financial year (1st July 2023-30th June 2024). The... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Stocks Wall Street falls after jobs data NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes dropped on Thursday as recent data pointed to still-tight labor market... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Stocks Asian FX, equities gain footing as US Treasury yields ease BENGALURU: Asian emerging market currencies and equities edged higher on Thursday as dollar retreated and US ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Stocks European stocks rebound PARIS: European shares ended higher on Thursday after a three-day sell-off as both US Treasury and euro zone bond... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Stocks HK stocks rebound from 11-month low HONG KONG: Hong Kong stocks rebounded from an 11-month low to end slightly higher on Thursday, tracking firmer... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Stocks Sri Lanka shares end lower as industrials, financials drag BENGALURU: Sri Lankan shares closed lower on Thursday, dragged by losses in industrial and financial stocks, while... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Stocks Tokyo shares close higher TOKYO: Tokyo shares snapped a five-day losing streak and closed higher on Thursday following Wall Street gains after... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Thursday (October 05, 2023). ========================== KIBOR... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (October 05, 2023).... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Thursday (October 05, 2023). ==================================== BR... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Rates Bullish trend persists KARACHI: A bullish trend continued on Pakistan Stock Exchange on the fourth consecutive day on the back of healthy... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
EX-cabinet members: ECP directs Sindh CS, IGP to withdraw security, perks ISLAMABAD: The electoral body has finally directed the top two officials of federal bureaucracy in Sindh — the chief... Updated 06 Oct, 2023 09:53am
Section 138 of Income Tax Ordinance, 2001: FBR to withdraw tax recovery notices ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has decided to withdraw tax recovery notices issued under Section 138... Updated 06 Oct, 2023 09:07am
Karachi Gateway Terminal operations: 25-year deal signed with Abu Dhabi Ports Group, Senate panel told ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary panel was informed on Thursday that Karachi Port Trust (KPT) has entered into a 25-year... Updated 06 Oct, 2023 09:32am
PCAA: AGP detects Rs307.84bn irregularities ISLAMABAD: The Auditor General of Pakistan (AGP) has detected serious financial irregularities in the Pakistan Civil... Updated 06 Oct, 2023 09:52am
Commodities USC reduces ghee prices of leading brands: Spokesman ISLAMABAD: The Utility Store Corporation (USC) has reduced the ghee prices of leading brands by Rs 60 per kg at all... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Energy SNGPL recovers over Rs40m from various govt departments LAHORE: Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited, acting on the special instructions of the government, Ministry of Energy... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil futures lower NEW DELHI: Malaysian palm oil futures closed lower on Thursday due to a drop in overseas demand for the tropical oil... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Commodities Gold extends decline for 9th day as fears of higher US rates weigh BENGALURU: Gold prices edged lower for a ninth straight session on Thursday, as US data indicating tight labor ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Commodities Asia rice: India rates ease as export curbs crimp demand MUMBAI/HANOI/ BANGKOK/BANGLADESH: Prices of rice exported from India edged lower this week as a recent duty imposed... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Commodities Asia coffee: Vietnam trade unmatched, higher premiums in Indonesia HANOI/BANDAR LAMPUNG: Vietnam’s coffee market stayed quiet with bids and asks far apart as buyers were unwilling ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Energy US natgas prices jump NEW YORK: US natural gas futures jumped about 5% to an eight-month high on Thursday on a smaller-than-expected... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures slip SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures closed at a one-month low on Thursday, as market participants reacted to elevated... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Wednesday at PMEX the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR 18.098... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Commodities Chicago corn, wheat rally after US export data, soybeans firm NEW YORK: Chicago corn and wheat futures rose on Thursday, while soybeans were mostly steady in choppy trading as... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 182,786 tonnes of cargo comprising 147,232 tonnes of import cargo and 35,554... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (October 05, 2023)... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Cotton & Textile Falling trend continues on cotton market LAHORE: The Spot Rate Committee of the Karachi Cotton Association (KCA) on Thursday decreased the spot rate by Rs... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Commodities Copper lower LONDON: Copper prices stumbled on Thursday for the fourth straight session as investors unloaded positions on... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Energy Oil prices decline HOUSTON: Oil prices fell about 2% on Thursday, extending the previous session’s nearly 6% losses, as an uncertain... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Wednesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
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 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Forex Association of Pakistan on Thursday (October... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Thursday (October 05, 2023). ======================== Open Bid... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Thursday (October 05, 2023).... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Thursday (October 05, 2023). ======================================= Offset... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am
Govt debt stocks hit historic high of Rs64trn by Aug-end KARACHI: The federal government’s total debt (domestic and external) stocks continued upward journey, reaching... Updated 06 Oct, 2023 09:29am
PSM to be privatised on G2G basis ISLAMABAD: The caretaker government has reportedly decided to privatise Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) on Government to... Updated 06 Oct, 2023 09:30am
PIA tops sell-off list, World Bank told Meeting takes place between Federal Minister for Privatisation Fawad Hasan Fawad and Najy Benhassine, the country head of the World Bank Updated 06 Oct, 2023 10:16am
Soft landing possible, but fiscal, debt risks abound: IMF chief NEW YORK: Stronger demand for services and progress on lowering inflation have increased the chances that the global... Updated 06 Oct, 2023 09:03am
Ejaz over-exaggerated GCC-Pakistan FTA? ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Minister for Commerce and Industries, Gohar Ejaz is said to have “over exaggerated” Free Trade... Updated 06 Oct, 2023 09:48am
EU decides to extend GSP ISLAMABAD: The European Parliament has decided to extend existing GSP (Generalized System of Preferences) for... Updated 06 Oct, 2023 09:04am
Energy DISCOS to charge Rs1.71 per unit FCA for August ISLAMABAD: National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has notified positive adjustment of Rs1.71 per unit... Updated 06 Oct, 2023 12:41pm
Forex reserves fall by $131m KARACHI: The country’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves declined by $131m to stand at $ 13.031 billion at ... Published 06 Oct, 2023 03:03am