China owed more than $1trn in Belt and Road debt? BEIJING: China is owed more than a trillion dollars through its Belt and Road project, making it the biggest debt... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
IMF board approves move to boost lending resources WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund said on Tuesday its executive board approved a proposal for a 50 percent... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
UN push for financial system reform to help poorest countries GENEVA: The United Nations called Tuesday for a significant overhaul of the global financial system to help the... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Europe Sunak makes pre-election pitch in first King’s Speech since 1951 LONDON: Charles III delivered the first King’s Speech in 72 years Tuesday, formally opening the UK parliament with... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
South Asia BD garment workers reject 56pc pay rise DHAKA: Bangladesh raised the minimum monthly pay for the country’s four million garment workers by 56.25 percent ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
USA US lawmakers introduce surveillance reforms intended to curb FBI spying WASHINGTON: A bipartisan team of US lawmakers has introduced new legislation intended to curb the FBI’s sweeping... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Blinken calls for G7 ‘clear voice’ on Gaza TOKYO: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called Tuesday on the G7 to speak “in a clear voice” about the... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 06:57am
Women-A: Pakistan, West Indies set to play in T20 tri-series today LAHORE: Pakistan Women-A and West Indies Women-A are set to play the final of the T20 tri-series today here at... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Tuesday (November 07, 2023) and the forecast for Wednesday (November 08, 2023)... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Allama Iqbal Day: PSX will remain closed on 9th KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited will remain closed on Thursday, November 09, 2023 on account of Allama ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Alhamra unveils inspiring schedule of literary conversations LAHORE: The Lahore Arts Council has unveiled an enticing schedule of literary sessions as part of the eagerly... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
‘Promotion of eco-friendly agri technology to help combat challenges’ FAISALABAD: “Promotion of eco-friendly agricultural technology will help combat challenges like smog, poor air... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Police providing security to churches, educational centres: IGP Punjab LAHORE: Inspector General Police Punjab Dr Usman Anwar has said that foolproof security of Christian places of... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Rainy-windy weather with snowfall expected KARACHI: The upcountry is expected to embrace rainy-windy weather with snowfall over high ridges from today until... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Health facilities: FIRs will be registered against acts of illegal de-sealing: Dr Khalid KARACHI: Illegal de-easing of healthcare facilities is a heinous crime. This is an open challenge to the writ of the... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
TMCs are ‘more powerful’ than KMC: Murtaza KARACHI: Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab Tuesday said Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has only 27.4 percent of... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Sharjeel demands a level playing field in elections KARACHI: People’s Party leader Sharjeel Inam Memon has stated that the enemies are seeking to harm Pakistan. The... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
SU fixes minimum eligibility marks for bachelor’s degree admissions HYDERABAD: The meeting of the admission committee of the University of Sindh was held under the chair of the... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Karachi doctors take out rally against Israeli atrocities KARACHI: A large number of doctors and paramedics on Tuesday marched to show unity with Palestinians and condemn... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Cypher case: Statements of three prosecution witnesses recorded RAWALPINDI: The special court hearing the cypher case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan and... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Solangi takes additional charge ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting Murtaza Solangi took the additional charge as ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Food business: SFA DG directs dealers to follow rules of hygiene KARACHI: Sindh Food Authority (SFA) Director General Agha Fakhar Hussain Tuesday said people engaged in the business... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
PFA launches inspection of fried fish points LAHORE: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) has launched inspection of the fried fish points which have become... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
S Sudan DG Health Dr Peter meets LCCI SVP: Pakistan, Sudan urged to identify areas for mutual co-operation LAHORE: Pakistan and Sudan can benefit a lot from each other’s potentials and experiences through joint ventures ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
ACCA announces results: Pak student secures top spot in Audit & Assurance KARACHI: ACCA has announced the results for students who took their exams in September 2023. A thousands of students... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Omar says ECP not giving ‘level playing field’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) secretary general Omar Ayub Khan on Tuesday accused Elections Commission ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
MQM-P extends invitation to Khaqan to join party KARACHI: Rauf Siddiqui, a senior leader of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P), has extended an invitation... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Jilani express solidarity with Palestinian FM on phone ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani on Tuesday telephoned Palestinian Foreign Minister Riyadh ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Nano-loan customers: JazzCash introduces free life & health insurance KARACHI: JazzCash, in partnership with EFU Life Assurance Ltd has introduced free life and health insurance for... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Upcoming general elections: IK demands level playing field for all political parties ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief Imran Khan on Tuesday demanded a level playing field for all... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Ambassador of Hungary meets Jilani ISLAMABAD: Ambassador of Hungary to Pakistan Bela Fazekason Tuesday called on caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Closing ceremony of 43rd PARA Central Meet held RAWALPINDI: Closing ceremony of 43rd Pakistan Army Rifle Association (PARA) Central Meet was held Tuesday at Army... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
ATC allows bail to Sanam Javed LAHORE: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Tuesday allowed bail to a PTI activist Sanam Javed in related to the May 9... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Pakistan & Republic of Korea: 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations commemorated ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the Republic of Korea commemorated the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
PPP says ready to face ‘any alliance’ GHOTKI: Former president and chairman Pakistan People’s Party Parliamentarians (PPP) Asif Ali Zardari has said ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Two policemen martyred in DI Khan DERA ISMAIL KHAN: At least two policemen were martyred and three others got injured in a terrorist attack that... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
PM says developing nations can replicate AMA success story ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Tuesday highlighting Pakistan’s achievement through the... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Funeral prayers of Lt Col Hassan Haider offered ISLAMABAD: The funeral prayers of Lt Col Muhammad Hassan Haider offered on Tuesday at Chaklala Garrison, Rawalpindi,... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Sindh CM irked by lack of implementation of price-control steps KARACHI: Caretaker Sindh Chief Minister Justice Maqbool Baqar (retd) has expressed displeasure with the district... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
BISP launching skill development programmes ISLAMABAD: Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is launching skill development programmes for the children of ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Stakeholders asked to expedite CPEC projects ISLAMABAD: After the successful third Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) Forum 2023 held in Beijing, the Caretaker... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
PM to attend SCO Summit in Tashkent today ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar will embark on an official visit to Tashkent, Uzbekistan on... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Cypher case: IK’s counsel urges IHC to hold ‘open court’ trial ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan’s counsel, Tuesday, requested the Islamabad High... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Motion pictures: Bill deferred as Rabbani questions caretaker govt’s authority to move draft ISLAMABAD: In an unusual move, the Motion Pictures (Amendment) Bill 2023, a government bill that deals with cinema... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Bashir Memon appointed Sindh PML-N president LAHORE: In a bid to strengthen the party holds in Sindh, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has appointed former... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Now food is a huge attraction “I find it baffling as to why The Exiles never ever bother to use their time in exile wisely and amass... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Pakistan sends 2nd consignment of relief goods to Gaza ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Tuesday sent the second consignment of relief goods to the people of occupied Gaza, as... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Fawad Chaudhry’s physical remand extended by one day ISLAMABAD: A local court, on Tuesday, extended the physical remand of former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry for one... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Zardari, Bilawal condemn terror attack in DIK ISLAMABAD: Former president of Pakistan and President Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians (PPP-P) Asif Ali... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
President for addressing challenge of mental health issues ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi has urged the need for a comprehensive strategy to address the growing challenge ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Punjab announces 4-day holiday to deal with smog challenge LAHORE: To control smog, the Punjab government has imposed four-day environmental and health emergencies in Lahore... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Loss-making Discos — Who tops the chart? Unfortunately, the Pakistan Power Sector is never away from the public eye– specifically, since the last two... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 06:28am
Development of Special Technology Zones Software development and IT-enabled services (ITeS) for data centres, technical service/call centres, and telecom... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 06:30am
Letters A big salute to all the soldiers An Army officer was among four who embraced martyrdom during an intelligence-based operation in general area Tirah,... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Stocks Wall St regains ground on megacap boost NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes climbed on Tuesday following a choppy start to the session as falling US... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Stocks Portugal stocks lag European peers after PM Costa resigns PARIS: Portugal’s shares fell sharply on Tuesday, underperforming the broader European index, after Prime Minister... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Stocks China stocks close down as global rate concerns weigh SHANGHAI: Chinese stocks closed down on Tuesday, as fresh trade data underscored an uneven economic recovery, and as... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Stocks Indian shares take a pause after a three-day rally BENGALURU: Indian shares closed almost flat on Tuesday after a three-day rally, tracking a drop in Asian peers after... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Monday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Tuesday (November 07, 2023).... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Tuesday (November 07, 2023). ==================================== BR... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Rates Selling spree drags PSX lower KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Tuesday opened on strong positive note and after touching new high levels,... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Energy Oil, gas: 70pc area remains unexplored ISLAMABAD: Up to 70 percent area in Pakistan is still unexplored and needs to be evaluated for the exploration of... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 08:31am
Energy Ogra takes action against substandard LPG cylinder manufacturing ISLAMABAD: In a collaborative effort with the district administration, Ogra’s Enforcement Department recently... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Commodities Gold prices fall KARACHI: Gold prices on Tuesday saw an inch fall on the local market, but silver was stable, traders said. Gold was... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil futures gain on rising Chinese demand SINGAPORE: Malaysian palm oil futures rose on Tuesday after two sessions of losses, buoyed by a weaker ringgit and... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Commodities Wheat drops on improved US crop, soyabeans firm on Brazilian planting SINGAPORE: Chicago wheat futures slid for the first time in five sessions on Tuesday, with the improved condition of... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Energy Oil prices fall on demand concerns BENGALURU: Oil prices fell about 3% to their lowest since late August on Tuesday, as demand concerns arose from ... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 06:57am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 123,199 tonnes of cargo comprising 108,513 tonnes of import cargo and 14,686... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Commodities Iron ore slips as China’s bourse plans to limit trading volumes BEIJING: Iron ore prices fell on Tuesday, as traders remained cautious after a state-backed bourse in top consumer... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Monday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR 13.149... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures end flat SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures ended unchanged on Tuesday, as poor economic data from Japan offset support from ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Commodities Gold falls as safe-haven rally fizzles BENGALURU: Gold hit a two-week low on Tuesday as a safe-haven rally triggered by Middle East tensions lost steam ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Commodities China’s Oct copper imports jump amid low stocks, solid demand BEIJING: China’s copper imports jumped 23.7% in October from a year earlier, customs data showed on Tuesday, as ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Energy US natural gas prices drop NEW YORK: US natural gas futures dropped about 7% to a one-week low on Monday on record output and forecasts for ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Tuesday (November 07, 2023)... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Cotton & Textile Trading activity improved on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Tuesday remained firm and the trading volume remained satisfactory. Cotton... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
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 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Forex Association of Pakistan on Tuesday (November... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Tuesday (November 07, 2023)... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Tuesday (November 07, 2023). ======================================= Offset... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
SIFC body zeroes in on RE projects Executive Committee of Special Investment Facilitation Council constitutes an inter-ministerial panel Updated 08 Nov, 2023 10:06am
330-MW SEL plant: PPIB to hold competitive bidding on behalf of KE ISLAMABAD: Private Power and Infrastructure Board (PPIB) is to conduct a round of competitive bidding on behalf of... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 09:53am
Pakistan attracted $16bn in visitor spending in 2022: World Bank ISLAMABAD: Pakistan attracted $16 billion in visitor spending in 2022 which is projected to touch $30 billion in... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 01:24pm
MoF to remain open on Iqbal Day for IMF talks ISLAMABAD: Finance Ministry will be opened on November 09, 2023 - on Iqbal Day, declared a public holiday – due to... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 09:55am
KSA, Qatar: Issues over BIT template block huge investment ISLAMABAD: The Board of Investment (BoI) is likely to move the Federal Cabinet to scrap Bilateral Investment Treaty... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 08:34am
CEC briefs PM about preparations ISLAMABAD: The chief election commissioner (CEC) on Tuesday briefed Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar,... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 08:33am
PML-N forges alliance with MQM for polls LAHORE: In a surprise to the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Muttahida... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 08:32am
Nod from IR Commissioner not needed: Tax returns can be revised within 60 days: FBR ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has clarified that the FBR system is allowing taxpayers to revise... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 10:04am
Glass ware/porcelain ware: Customs’ values on imports from seven countries issued ISLAMABAD: The Directorate General of Customs Valuation, Karachi has issued new Customs values on the import of... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 09:54am
Less than Rs32,000 gross salary: Fed govt employees allowed special allowance ISLAMABAD: The government has allowed special allowance to the civil employees of the federal government whose gross... Updated 08 Nov, 2023 08:32am
Illicit cigarettes to cause FBR Rs310bn loss ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) will suffer a massive revenue loss of Rs 310 billion in 2023-24 on... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
KP’s textile mills oppose blended gas policy PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Textile Mills Association (KPTMA) has made a resounding declaration against the... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
JSIL launches JS Islamic Premium Fund KARACHI: JS Investment Limited (JSIL) has announced the launch of JS Islamic Premium Fund (JSIPF), a... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Industry PCJCCI highlights importance of maritime stability, regional peace for blue economy LAHORE: Moazzam Ghurki, President Pakistan-China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) said that maritime... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
First staff review negotiations with IMF EDITORIAL: The International Monetary Fund team (IMF) is currently in Pakistan for the first scheduled Stand-By... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Discos’ infrastructure needs EDITORIAL: The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB’s) revelation that “significant investment is required in ... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Taxes Recording of advance tax: SECP proposes amendments to insurance regulatory framework ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has proposed amendments to insurance regulatory... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Money & Banking Dollar bounces after sharp selloff NEW YORK: The US dollar gained on Tuesday as a sharp selloff last week was seen as overdone in the short-term, while... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am
Money & Banking Asian currencies fall on firm dollar BENGALURU: Emerging Asian currencies and equities fell on Tuesday, with South Korea’s stocks and the won leading... Published 08 Nov, 2023 05:42am