Massive manhunt for gunman after 18 killed in US LEWISTON, (United States): Police in the US state of Maine waged a major manhunt Thursday for a gunman who killed 18... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Cricket ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Pakistan optimistic about performance, prospects LAHORE: With their backs against the wall, Pakistan eager to roar back into the competition when they play South... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
China’s top diplomat in US to weigh Xi visit WASHINGTON: China’s top diplomat opens talks Thursday in Washington as President Xi Jinping decides whether to... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
UN steps up appeal for fuel in Gaza as humanitarian crisis deepens GAZA: The UN agency providing aid to Palestinian civilians in besieged Gaza warned it may have to shut down... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 06:16am
Europe Russian lawmakers back massive military spending increase MOSCOW: Russian lawmakers backed a record increase in military spending to fund Moscow’s offensive on Ukraine, in ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Sudan peace talks resume in Jeddah with limited goals RIYADH: Sudan’s warring parties resumed talks in Saudi Arabia on Thursday aimed at ending a conflict that has ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Bank Alfalah – Celebrating a Decade of Excellence in Investor Relations TEXT: Investor relations are critical for a bank as they provide access to capital, enhance market perception and... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
AHL maintains its dominance at the CFA Society Annual Awards TEXT: Arif Habib Limited (AHL), Pakistan's leading Brokerage and Investment Banking Firm, has been recognized in 6... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Circular Debt, Policy Approach and a Positive Macroeconomic Outlook TEXT: Experts weigh in at the 20th Annual Excellence Awards by CFA Society Pakistan The Annual Excellence Award... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
20th Annual Excellence Awards: Message from Sajjad Anwar CFA President, CFA Society Pakistan TEXT: CFA Society Pakistan is a Not-for-Profit company regulated by SECP and affiliated with the CFA Institute based... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
20th Annual Excellence Awards: Message from Muhammad Ali Minister for Energy, Power & Petroleum TEXT: Congratulations to CFA Society Pakistan on successfully hosting the 20th Annual Excellence Awards. These ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Bilawal pays homage to Kashmiri martyrs ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said that the issue of Illegally Occupied... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Jilani reaffirms Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to ‘Shanghai Spirit’ ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to the... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Reference against Murad, others: AC seeks arguments from defence, prosecution ISLAMABAD: The Accountability Court, on Thursday, sought arguments from defence and prosecution as to whether the... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Afghan refugees: First special flight departs for UK ISLAMABAD: The first chartered flight departed from Islamabad International Airport to the United Kingdom (UK) to... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Illegal foreign nationals: KP finalises scheme for repatriation PESHAWAR: Caretaker Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Muhammed Azam Khan has said that repatriation programme of... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
NA Speaker terms Kashmir ‘unfinished agenda of Subcontinent’s partition’ ISLAMABAD: Speaker National Assembly and former prime minister of Pakistan Raja Pervaiz Ashraf has said that Kashmir... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
PTI decides to boycott Geo, Samaa, Channel 24 TV channels ISLAMABAD: The incarcerated former prime minister and chief of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan on Thursday... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
IGP Punjab releases Rs1.5m for treatment of Ghazi personnel LAHORE: Inspector General Police Punjab, Dr Usman Anwar, is ensuring priority measures for the health welfare of the... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
ATC issues release orders of Khadija Shah LAHORE: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Thursday issued a release order (robkar) of Khadija Shah in two cases of... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Anti-smog cell set up at divisional level LAHORE: To control smog in the provincial capital, the Lahore administration has established an anti-smog cell at ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Punjab govt to present budget for next 4-month on 30th LAHORE: The caretaker Punjab government is going to unveil the budget for the next four months (November to ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
ATC extends judicial remand of Dr Yasmin Rashid LAHORE: An Anti-Terrorism Court on Thursday extended judicial remand of PTI Punjab President Dr Yasmin Rashid, ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Power theft detected at 110 houses, hostel and embroidery unit LAHORE: During its ongoing anti-electricity theft campaign, the Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) teams ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
OGDCL distributes new nine ambulances in Ghotki ISLAMABAD: Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to community well-being, the Oil and Gas Development Company... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
MoF informs Senate panel: MCC Multan seizes smuggled goods worth Rs3.918bn ISLAMABAD: The Finance Ministry has informed the Senate Standing Committee on Finance that the Model Customs... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Atta highlights importance of knowledge-driven economy KARACHI: Professor Atta-ur-Rehman - the most decorated scientist of Pakistan - Thursday stressed the need for... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
‘Axis’ launched to support commercial activities LAHORE: The Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA) has launched another mega ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
ATC denies further remand of Abid Boxer LAHORE: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Thursday denied further physical remand of former police inspector Abid... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
CM reviews work on flyover at Ghorra Chowk LAHORE: The caretaker Punjab Chief Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi visited the site of a flyover project at Ghorra Chowk,... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
CWDP approves, recommends 7 uplift projects ISLAMABAD: October26.The Central Development Working Party (CDWP) has given the approval to five development... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
KP Governor asks centre to release province’s arrears PESHAWAR: Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Haji Ghulam Ali has asked the federal government to release the arrears to ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Ministry arranges conference ISLAMABAD: In order to get a full sense of e-procurement and related issues of the E-Pak Acquisition and Disposal... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Senate body suggests: Passing percentage for NLE exams should be set at 50pc ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, on Thursday,... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Punjab Police intensify crackdown against POs LAHORE: Punjab Police continued a crackdown to arrest dangerous proclaimed offenders inside and outside the country.... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Operation against dacoits: Sindh, Punjab chalk out strategy KARACHI: The Caretaker Chief Ministers of Sindh and Punjab along with their respective chief secretaries and... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Thursday (October 26, 2023) and the forecast for Friday (October 27, 2023)... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Rates PSX witnesses uptick KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Thursday witnessed a mixed trend with low trading activity as investors opted to... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
‘No compromise after Nov 1’: Plan to expel illegal immigrants finalised: Bugti ISLAMABAD: The government has finalised the plan to expel illegal immigrants from the country and no compromise ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Avenfield and Al-Azizia cases: IHC restores Nawaz’s appeals against convictions ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), Thursday, restored Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Quaid Nawaz... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Cipher case: IHC turns down IK’s plea challenging indictment ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), Thursday, turned down Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
PTI leaders meet JUI-F chief Fazl ISLAMABAD: In what appears to be a smart move to build pressure on the decision-makers to provide a level playing... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Forex reserves down KARACHI: The country’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves fell by $257.3 million during the last week due to... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Industry Khalid Tawab-led team meets Governor KARACHI: A delegation of the business community led by Chairman of United Business Group (UBG) Sindh Sheikh Khalid... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Poverty Alleviation Fund: Senate body briefed about distribution of GRASP matching grants ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety was given a detailed briefing on... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Developing countries and the challenge of fiscal space Developing countries, in general, are faced with a serious lack of fiscal space to make needed investments to reach ... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 05:58am
Nawaz’s 9-point agenda Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supreme leader, three times elected and convicted former prime minister of... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 11:14am
Letters ‘The Palestinian resistance’ This is apropos a Business Recorder op-ed “The Palestinian resistance” carried by the newspaper on Tuesday.... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: The Samdhi has won the heart and mind of Nawaz for all times to come “Conferring cabinet portfolios must be viewed as overwhelming life-long largesse by the party chief and in return... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Stocks Asia FX, Peso slips after rate hike BENGALURU: Emerging Asian currencies and stocks fell on Thursday as US bond yields and the dollar rose on fears of... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Stocks Wall St falls as megacaps slide NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes dropped on Thursday as megacap stocks remained under pressure, while ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Stocks European shares pare losses as ECB holds rates steady PARIS: European shares pared early losses on Thursday after the European Central Bank kept its interest rates steady... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Stocks India’s blue-chips extend decline to four-month lows BENGALURU: India’s blue-chips fell for the sixth session in a row on Thursday, as the selling pressure intensified... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Stocks China stocks rebound, HK shares fall as sentiment weak SHANGHAI: Chinese stocks closed slightly higher on Thursday, while Hong Kong shares slipped, as the market struggled... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 133,000 tonnes of cargo comprising 105,406 tonnes of import cargo and 27,594... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Wednesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
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 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Thursday (October 26, 2023). ========================== KIBOR... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
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 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Thursday (October 26, 2023). ======================== Open Bid... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Thursday (October 26, 2023).... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (October 26, 2023).... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Thursday (October 26, 2023)... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Thursday (October 26, 2023). ======================================= Offset... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Thursday (October 26, 2023). ==================================== BR... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Energy TotalEnergies says Qatar LNG flows could be diverted from Europe PARIS: TotalEnergies said on Thursday that liquefied natural gas (LNG) deliveries covered by a 27-year deal it ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Commodities India cuts floor price for basmati rice exports to revive shipments NEW DELHI: India has cut the floor price for basmati rice exports to $950 per metric ton from $1,200, a government... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Commodities Indian rice prices extend declines MUMBAI/HANOI/ BANGKOK/BANGLADESH: Parboiled rice export prices from India fell for a fourth straight week as a ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Commodities Asia coffee: Thin trade ahead of new harvest in Vietnam HANOI/BANDAR LAMPUNG: Trading activity in Vietnam, the world’s biggest robusta producer, remained tepid as its... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Commodities Indonesia considers extending rice handout programme JAKARTA: Indonesia may extend its rice handout programme to March 2024 amid concerns over supply disruptions due to... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Commodities US gold futures edge above $2,000 BENGALURU: Gold climbed back towards last week’s five-month peak on Thursday, undeterred by a stronger US dollar... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil extends gains SINGAPORE: Malaysian palm oil futures extended gains on Thursday, buoyed by strength in rival edible oils and a... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Energy Oil falls on easing ME fears HOUSTON: Oil prices fell more $2 a barrel on Thursday as fears of a wider Middle East conflict eased at the same ... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 06:17am
Commodities Firm China demand, lower stocks help aluminium to two-week peak LONDON: Aluminium climbed to a two-week high on Thursday as firm demand in top consumer China and lower inventories... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (October 26, 2023)... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Cotton & Textile Stable trend on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Thursday remained steady and the trading volume remained satisfactory. Cotton... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Commodities CBOT wheat futures make gains PARIS/SINGAPORE: Chicago wheat futures turned higher on Thursday, recovering from an earlier two-week low, as a... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Commodities Iron ore futures subdued MANILA: Dalian and Singapore iron ore futures were subdued on Thursday amid worries that Chinese demand for the... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Wednesday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR 24.482... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Gas tariff hike won’t affect 57pc consumers: govt Minister for Energy Muhammad Ali says increase in gas tariffs will help control and end the ever-increasing circular debt of petroleum sector Updated 27 Oct, 2023 11:30am
IMF staff-level talks to start from Nov 2 ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Finance (MoF) has finalised its directions on negotiations related to the on-going IMF... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 08:48am
Conversion of PKR into USD: PPIB conveys its reservations regarding IPPs to SBP ISLAMABAD: The Private Power & Infrastructure Board (PPIB) has conveyed its reservations with respect to power... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 09:24am
US envoy meets PM ISLAMABAD: United States Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome on Thursday held a meeting with Caretaker Prime... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 08:52am
National Security Workshop–25: COAS for sensitising youth against hostile propaganda ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir on Thursday asked intelligentsia and civil society to ensure... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 08:51am
Senate panel told: PSM sell-off halted after 3 Chinese cos withdrew EoIs ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary panel was informed on Thursday that the privatisation of Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) was... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 09:27am
Elections to be held in last week of Jan, insists ECP ISLAMABAD: Despite its failure, so far, in announcing a date for the general elections, the Election Commission of... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 09:25am
Customs’ values on import of PVC Electric Insulation Tape revised ISLAMABAD: Directorate General of Customs Valuation Karachi has revised customs values on the import of PVC Electric... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
KP govt approves another 4-month budget estimate PESHAWAR: The provincial cabinet of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa approved another budget estimate of Rs529 billion for the... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 09:26am
CJP summons SJC to deal with complaints against judges today ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa has summoned a Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) meeting to discuss... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 08:50am
Solar power PV project: Pakistan organises roadshow in Dubai ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has organized a roadshow in Dubai to attract investors for 600 MWp solar power PV project at Kot... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 09:41am
FO assails US action against 3 China-based entities ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office on Thursday termed the US administration’s move to designate three Chinese entities on... Updated 27 Oct, 2023 08:52am
‘Pakistan Auto Show’ begins today KARACHI: The upcoming Pakistan Auto Show, to be held in Karachi from October 27-29, is set to feature over 150... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Taxes FTO asks FBR to form experts’ team to eliminate fake/flying invoices ISLAMABAD: Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has directed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to constitute a team of sales... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Money & Banking Standard Chartered Pakistan delivers a record operating profit KARACHI: Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan delivered a record profit before tax of Rs 63.0 billion for the nine ... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Energy KCCI, other bodies assail hike in gas tariffs KARACHI: The Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) and all seven industrial town associations of the... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Money & Banking FBL unveils strong financial results for nine months KARACHI: Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), a leading Islamic bank in Pakistan, has recorded an operating profit of PKR 28... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Industry SECP makes UDIN mandatory on all audit reports ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has made it mandatory for auditors (practicing... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
US economy grows at fastest rate in nearly two years WASHINGTON: The US economy heated up in the third quarter, government data showed on Thursday, as a resilient job... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Shady politics EDITORIAL: “Elections delayed are elections denied” proclaimed PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, ironically... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am
Consolidated fiscal operations EDITORIAL: The Finance Ministry uploaded a summary of the consolidated federal and provincial fiscal operations for... Published 27 Oct, 2023 05:16am