Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Tuesday (November 14, 2023). ==================================== BR... Published 15 Nov, 2023 07:11am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Tuesday (November 14, 2023). ======================================= Offset... Published 15 Nov, 2023 07:10am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Tuesday (November 14, 2023).... Published 15 Nov, 2023 07:09am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Tuesday (November 14, 2023)... Published 15 Nov, 2023 07:09am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Tuesday (November 14, 2023).... Published 15 Nov, 2023 07:08am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Tuesday (November 14, 2023). ======================== Open Bid... Published 15 Nov, 2023 07:07am
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 15 Nov, 2023 07:06am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Tuesday (November 14, 2023). ========================== KIBOR... Published 15 Nov, 2023 07:05am
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 15 Nov, 2023 07:05am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Monday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 15 Nov, 2023 07:04am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Tuesday (November 14, 2023) and the forecast for Wednesday (November 15, 2023)... Published 15 Nov, 2023 07:03am
Thousands flee to India amid intense fighting in Myanmar NEW DELHI: More than 2,000 people fleeing Myanmar have crossed into neighbouring northeastern India as an offensive... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Guterres ‘does not deserve’ to lead UN: Israeli FM GENEVA: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres does not deserve to lead the United Nations, Israeli Foreign Minister... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Israel army says seizes Gaza parliament OCCUPIED JERUSALEM: The Israeli army said Tuesday it had captured Gaza’s parliament building and other government... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Iraq SC says dismissed powerful parliament speaker BAGHDAD: Iraq’s top court said on Tuesday it was dismissing parliament speaker Mohamed al-Halbussi, an influential... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
‘Some insurance firms are not translating policy documents into Urdu’ LAHORE: Some insurance companies are not complying with the condition of translating the policy documents in Urdu... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Sustainable housing management for flood survivors discussed KARACHI: Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab on Tuesday said that the Sindh government has undertaken the... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Xiaomi’s ‘Fan-tastic Meetup’ held successfully KARACHI: Xiaomi, the renowned technology giant announced the overwhelming success of the “Xiaomi Fan-tastic... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Sarsabz Kahani unveils another inspiring story LAHORE: Sarsabz Kahani, Pakistan’s first-ever agri-focused web-series platform introduced by Fatima Fertilizer, ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
ECP clarification: ‘Never declined to provide copies of caretakers’ assets’ ISLAMABAD: Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has rejected media reports that it has apologised to provide copies... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Examination system: Dr Asim unveils ‘transformative changes’ KARACHI: In a press briefing, Dr. Asim Hussain, the Chancellor of Ziauddin University, unveiled transformative... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Asia Myanmar rebels, battling junta seek to control border with India NEW DELHI: Anti-junta fighters in Myanmar’s Chin state are trying to gain control of part of the porous border ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Asia Sri Lanka top court rules Rajapaksa brothers guilty of economic crisis COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court issued Tuesday a symbolic ruling that the powerful Rajapaksa brothers —... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Europe Putin tightens media rules ahead of 2024 election MOSCOW: President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday tightened media conditions for election coverage in Russia, ahead of a... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Europe King Charles celebrates 75th birthday LONDON: Britain’s King Charles celebrated his 75th birthday on Tuesday and used the occasion to kickstart a new... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Asia China receives US equipment to make advanced chips despite new rules WASHINGTON: Chinese companies are buying up US chipmaking equipment to make advanced semiconductors, despite a raft... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Middle East Qatar urges Israel and Hamas to make hostage deal DOHA: Qatar on Tuesday urged Israel and Hamas to reach an agreement on releasing hostages seized in the October 7... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Middle East Palestinians dig mass grave inside Israeli-encircled Gaza hospital GAZA/JERUSALEM: Palestinians trapped inside Gaza’s biggest hospital were digging a mass grave on Tuesday to bury... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Global Entrepreneurship Week 2023 begins at CED of IBA KARACHI: The Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) 2023 commenced at the Centre for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Over 10 signatories from Pakistan participate in WEPs Forum KARACHI: More than 10 signatories of Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) from Pakistan participated in the 2023... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
ATC extends judicial remand of Dr Yasmin LAHORE: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Tuesday extended judicial remand of PTI leader Dr Yasmin Rashid till... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Boost in broadband fibre connectivity vital for growth: Minister ISLAMABAD: Boost in broadband fibre connectivity is vital for economic growth as for every 10 percent increase in... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
‘Business community optimistic about upcoming election’ KARACHI: Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, President Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum Mian... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Court extends interim bail of Bushra Bibi till 28th ISLAMABAD: A local court, on Tuesday, extended interim bail of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman’s wife... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
German Ambassador meets Jilani ISLAMABAD: German Ambassador to Pakistan Alfred Grannason Tuesday called on caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Head Coach reviews Pakistan Women-A Team performance LAHORE: Pakistan hosted West Indies Women-A and Thailand Women Emerging from October 24 to November 11. The tour... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
IG Punjab holds open court at Central Police Office LAHORE: Inspector General Police Punjab Dr Usman Anwar held an open court at the Central Police Office and listened... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Imran marks his 100thday in detention ISLAMABAD: The jailed chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan who marked his 100thday in detention ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
JI extends invitation to political leadership to join efforts at safeguarding Gaza LAHORE: Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Sirajul Haq has extended an invitation to the political leadership to join the... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Judicial remand of Khadija Shah, others extended LAHORE: An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Tuesday extended judicial remand of Khadija Shah, Tayyaba Ambreen Raja,... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
LHC stays indictment of journalist LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday stayed the indictment of a journalist Rizwan-ur-Rehman Razi by a ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Students collect funds for oppressed Palestinians KARACHI: In solidarity with their Palestinian brothers and sisters, students of the UIT University (UITU) organised ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Zardari thanks people of Thar ISLAMABAD: Former President of Pakistan and President Pakistan People’s Party Parliamentarians Asif Ali Zardari ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Taliban minister raises issue of refugee assets ISLAMABAD: The Taliban’s acting commerce minister met foreign minister in Islamabad this week, an Afghan embassy... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Bilawal sharpens anti-PML(N) rhetoric MITHI: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto on Tuesday promised to connect Thar and Karachi through... Updated 15 Nov, 2023 09:48am
Over 30 Balochistan politicians join PML-N KARACHI: Scores of Balochistan politicians including former chief minister Jam Kamal joined the PML-N during the... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Speakers for fine-tuning foreign policy ISLAMABAD: The Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI)... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
World Diabetes Day marked: Denmark embassy, ministry, healthcare co hold multi-stakeholders’ consultation ISLAMABAD: Embassy of Denmark in Pakistan, Ministry of National Health Services Regulations and Coordination, Health... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Role of Islamic finance in sustainable growth highlighted KARACHI: The Institute of Business Management’s (IoBM) two-day International Conference on Islamic Banking and... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Sindh CM distributes books among students KARACHI: Caretaker Chief Minister Justice Maqbool Baqar (R) speaking at a free textbooks distribution ceremony among... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Legislators demand withdrawal of resolution against SC’s verdict on military courts ISLAMABAD: The legislators from different political parties, Tuesday, strongly protested in the upper house of the... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Jilani greets UK foreign secretary ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani on Tuesday felicitated the newly-appointed British Foreign... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: A focus on legal excellence What’s the difference between a good lawyer and a bad lawyer?” “In Pakistan a good lawyer is one who takes on ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
General elections: ECP to introduce ‘digital info lab’ ISLAMABAD: In a bid to ensure transparency and efficiency in upcoming general elections to be held in February next... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Police granted 2-day physical remand of Asad Qaiser PESHAWAR: Rejecting the police’s request for 10-day physical remand of former National Assembly (NA) speaker and... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
IHC stays Cipher case proceedings in jail ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday stayed the proceedings in jail against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
World Diabetes Day marked: Experts underscore need for adopting healthy lifestyle LAHORE: Terming westernisation as the major cause of diabetes epidemic in Asian countries, both in the Asia Pacific... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Punjab govt decides to establish nine model agri centres across province LAHORE: The Punjab government has made a strategic decision to establish nine model agricultural centres across the... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
PML-N vows to deal with all challenges LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Mian Shehbaz Sharif has expressed firm resolve to steer the... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Zaka to meet Babar, Arthur LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) management committee chairman Zaka Ashraf has called skipper Babar Azam on... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Power sector reforms Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has had a profound effect on global energy markets. Price ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
SOEs in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) are a common feature in the economic landscapes of developing countries such as... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Letters PTI has a chance to make a comeback? Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Hamza Shehbaz Sharif has said that the upcoming polls will be the ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Why our exports still struggle to get meaningful boost?—II Dynamics of documented and organised sector, The organised sector is mostly represented by listed and unlisted... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Stocks Asian FX subdued, US inflation data eyed BENGALURU: Most Asian currencies declined on Tuesday, while equities were mixed as investors remained wary of ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Stocks Wall St rallies as cooling inflation boosts peak interest rate bets NEW YORK: US stock indexes rallied on Tuesday as cooler-than-expected inflation data boosted expectations that the... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Stocks European shares close at one-month high PARIS: European stocks closed at a one-month high on Tuesday, after data showing cooling US inflation raised... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Stocks China stocks struggle for direction on soft credit growth SHANGHAI: Stocks in China struggled for direction on Tuesday as lending data in October signalled soft credit ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Stocks Tokyo shares close higher TOKYO: Tokyo stocks closed higher on Tuesday after a mixed day on Wall Street, as investors awaited key US inflation... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Rates Stocks climb on fresh buying KARACHI: After a positive opening on Tuesday, Pakistan Stock Exchange dropped into negative zone due to heavy ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
SBP allows ASA Microfinance Bank to commence operations KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has allowed ASA Microfinance Bank (Pakistan) Limited to commence... Updated 15 Nov, 2023 08:51am
Show-cause notice: SJC to consider Justice Naqvi’s reply on 20th ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa on Tuesday summoned the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) meeting on... Updated 15 Nov, 2023 08:50am
Commodities Gold prices continue to rise KARACHI: Gold prices on Tuesday continued to grow on the local market, but silver was firm, traders said. The prices... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Cotton & Textile ACF, BCI ink MoU on cotton production improvement ISLAMABAD: In a significant step towards revolutionizing cotton production in Pakistan, the APTMA Cotton Foundation... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Energy ‘Powering possibilities’: KE releases ‘Sustainability Report 2023’ KARACHI: Committed to transparency, responsible practices, and building a sustainable energy future, K-Electric... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Stocks Gulf markets in red ahead of US inflation data DUBAI: Most stock markets in the Gulf ended lower on Tuesday, ahead of US inflation data later in the session, which... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Commodities Chicago soybean futures down CANBERRA: Chicago soybean futures dipped on Tuesday after large US bean sales to China and fears that hot and dry... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 148,946 tonnes of cargo comprising 103,705 tonnes of import cargo and 45,241... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures up SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures rose on Tuesday to touch a one-month high, driven by a softer yen and ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Commodities Iron ore defies commodity gloom amid China property hopes LAUNCESTON, (Australia): Iron ore has defied weakness in most of the commodity complex, with prices climbing to an... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Monday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR 12.298... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Commodities Gold moves higher as yields, dollar slip after US inflation data BENGALURU: Gold prices gained on Tuesday as the dollar and Treasury yields retreated after softer-than-expected US... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Energy Oil up as IEA lifts demand growth forecast, US inflation cools NEW YORK: Oil prices rose about 1% to a one-week high after the International Energy Agency (IEA) boosted its demand... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Commodities Copper supported ahead of US inflation data LONDON: Copper prices were supported on Tuesday by new funding to boost the Chinese housing market while the dollar... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Energy US natgas prices jump NEW YORK: US natural gas futures jumped about 5% to a one-week high on Monday on forecasts for colder weather and... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil futures higher JAKARTA: Malaysian palm oil futures closed more than 2% higher on Tuesday as trading resumed after a long holiday... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Tuesday (November 14, 2023)... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Cotton & Textile Steady trend on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Tuesday remained steady and the trading volume remained satisfactory. Cotton... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Energy 5th chairman Wapda ‘amateur golf tournament’ starts LAHORE: The 5th Chairman Wapda Amateur Golf Tournament formally commenced here at Royal Palm Golf and Country Club ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Urea subsidy, BISP: Federal govt trying to wean itself away Secretary Finance ImdadUllah Bosal says since both are devolved to provinces, they are now their responsibility Updated 15 Nov, 2023 09:53am
Import of 0.2MMTs of urea: TCP may be granted exemption from procurement rules ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet is likely to grant exemption from the applicability of Public Procurement Rules, 2004... Updated 15 Nov, 2023 08:52am
China fuels increase in global oil demand: IEA PARIS: World oil demand will rise slightly more than expected this year as China’s appetite for the fossil fuel ... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Power adjustment: Govt seeks Rs1.25 per unit hike for Q1 ISLAMABAD: The government has requested an increase of Rs1.25 per unit on account of quarterly adjustment for the... Updated 15 Nov, 2023 08:46am
Reko Diq assessment done by global consultants: govt ISLAMABAD: Deputy Chairman Planning Commission and Secretary Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC),... Updated 15 Nov, 2023 09:48am
Pakistan drawing Saudi interest in Reko Diq ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia has shown interest in acquiring government stakes in Pakistan’s Reko Diq gold and copper... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am
Gohar explains how Pakistan, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan can expand economies ISLAMABAD: Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Uzbekistan can tap into new markets and expand their economies by leveraging... Updated 15 Nov, 2023 08:47am
Afghanistan urges Pakistan to release ‘thousands of containers’ from port ISLAMABAD: Afghanistan urged Pakistan on Tuesday to release thousands of containers of imports it said were stuck at... Updated 15 Nov, 2023 08:45am
Wrong computation of tax liability: FTO asks FBR to refund excess income tax to taxpayers ISLAMABAD: Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) Dr Asif Jah has directed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to refund the... Updated 15 Nov, 2023 09:50am
Forex deals: Tax on windfall profits of banks likely ISLAMABAD: The government is likely to invoke provisions of the Finance Act, 2023, to impose tax on windfall... Updated 15 Nov, 2023 09:49am
Glencore takes majority stake in Canadian coal business ZURICH: Swiss commodities giant Glencore will acquire a majority stake in the steelmaking coal business of Canadian... Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:09am