China, Japan reaffirm ‘strategic relationship’ in rare leader talks SAN FRANCISCO: Chinese President Xi Jinping and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said they would pursue ... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Tajikistan to link up with China telecom network DUSHANBE, (Tajikistan): Tajikistan announced plans Friday to link with China’s telecommunications network in order... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
South Asia Maldives new leader vows to evict Indian troops MALÉ, (Maldives): President Mohamed Muizzu of the Maldives vowed Friday to expel Indian troops deployed in the... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Wahab Riaz made chief selector of selection committee LAHORE: Former Pakistan fast bowler Wahab Riaz has been appointed as the chief selector of the national men’s... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Interim bail of Bushra Bibi extended ISLAMABAD: The Accountability Court, on Friday, extended the interim bail of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Gohar Ayub passes away ISLAMABAD: Gohar Ayub Khan, 86, former Speaker National Assembly of Pakistan and former foreign minister, breathed... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
PPP to address rising unemployment, inflation: Bilawal MARDAN: Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari here on Friday said the welfare of the... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Economic uplift should be top priority of next govt: PPP KARACHI: The economic development through revival of business activities should be the utmost priority of the... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Recruitments: IGP Sindh for adherence to merit KARACHI: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh Riffat Mukhtar has underscored the need to ensure merit in... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
PTI denounces ‘tricks’ aimed at depriving IK of justice ISLAMABAD: The core committee of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Friday strongly denounced the never-ending... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
LDA decides to use drone technology for surveys LAHORE: The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) was pondering over the usage of drone technology for surveys and... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Babar declines Test team captaincy offer LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board Management Committee Chairman Zaka Ashraf had offered the captaincy of the test team... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
PFA launches ‘Safe Food City’ project FAISALABAD: Pakistan is included in top ten countries with respect to the prevalence of almost all diseases due to... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Fight against terrorism: Pakistan, Russia reaffirm commitment to cooperation ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Russia have reaffirmed their commitment to continue their cooperation in the fight against... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Govt invites private sector to consult on cyber security, AI policies ISLAMABAD: The government has invited the private sector to consult on finalizing the cyber security and artificial... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
COMSATS award degrees to 1,700 students in 30th convocation LAHORE: COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore campus successfully organized its 30th convocation ceremony on... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
There’s no space for intolerance, COAS tells Ulema ISLAMABAD: The Chief of Army staff (COAS), General Syed Asim Munir, while lauding a “Paigham-e-Pakistan” Fatwa ... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Friday (November 17, 2023) and the forecast for Saturday (November 18, 2023)... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
UHS issued NOC to initiate Pharm.D degree programme LAHORE: The Pharmacy Council of Pakistan has issued a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to initiate the Doctor of... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Industry SEZ body approves to grant special zone enterprise status to firms acquiring plots in PIEDMC LAHORE: Chief Executive Officer Punjab Industrial Estates Development and Management Company Ali Moazzam Syed ... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Punjab govt intensifies crackdown against illegal foreigners LAHORE: The Punjab government has intensified the crackdown against illegal foreigners in the province, leading to... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Proceeding of cypher case adjourned till 21st ISLAMABAD: The special court, on Friday, adjourned the cypher case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
PFA stops production of ‘rewari’ unit over violations LAHORE: An enforcement team of the Punjab Food Authority (PFA) raided a rewari (a local sweet) production unit in... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
LHC orders closure of schools on Saturdays and Sundays LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Friday proposed effective measures to combat smog by recommending closure of ... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Lesco dismisses meter reader for being power theft LAHORE: The Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) management has dismissed one meter reader from service on account... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Governor admires humanitarian assistance for Palestinians LAHORE: Country Head of Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) Ann Masterson said here Friday that her organization is working ... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Crackdown on fake cigarettes gains momentum, CHI urges continued action LAHORE: While commendable progress has been made in curbing retailers, there remains a pressing need to address the... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Anti-encroachment operation: CDA chairman orders sealing of 17 more buildings ISLAMABAD: While continuing the operation against illegal encroachment, the Capital Development Authority (CDA)... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
British Army’s Chief of General Staff arrives for three-day visit ISLAMABAD: The British Army’s Chief of the General Staff, General Sir Patrick Sanders, arrived for a “routine... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Al-Qadir Trust case: AC extends physical remand of IK till 21st ISLAMABAD: An Accountability Court, on Friday, extended the physical remand of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
IK mulling filing case against controversial US diplomat Donald Lu? ISLAMABAD: The incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan on Friday reportedly threatened to... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: A legitimate question “Man oh man! Some people never learn.” “People or institutions?” “Hey careful there, I mean…” “It... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
The health toll of air pollution One thing which still remains binding between Pakistan and India and reminds us of each other is the weather and the... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 06:56am
MARSEW 2023: geo-politics and geo-economics in Indian Ocean The current era is defined by geo-economics driving geo-politics. It has become imperative need for countries,... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 06:35am
Letters ‘Polio again’ This is apropos a Business Recorder editorial “Polio again” carried by the newspaper a week ago. The newspaper... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Stocks Wall St loses steam as traders assess Fed comments NEW YORK: US stocks were subdued on Friday as remarks from Federal Reserve officials clouded the outlook about when... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Stocks European shares end higher as bond yields slide PARIS: European shares rose on Friday, boosted by financials and healthcare, ending the week higher on growing... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Stocks Alibaba drags HK stocks lower; China struggles SHANGHAI: Hong Kong shares closed down on Friday, dragged by a slump in index heavyweight Alibaba Group after it... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Stocks India’s blue-chip log third week of gains BENGALURU: India’s Nifty 50 and Sensex stock indexes logged their third consecutive weekly gains, boosted by... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Non-filers: DTOs authorised to disconnect utility connections ISLAMABAD: The government on Friday established 145 District Tax Offices (DTOs) across the country for bringing 1.5... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 08:48pm
PSDP is unaffordable: IMF ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has stated that the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) of... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 08:49pm
Agri dues: MoF may deduct Rs45.6bn from Balochistan’s NFC share ISLAMABAD: Finance Ministry is likely to deduct Rs 45.6 billion from Balochistan’s NFC (National Finance Commission)... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 09:05am
Rates Stocks end on negative note KARACHI: Despite foreign buying, Pakistan Stock Exchange on Friday remained under pressure and closed on a negative... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Jul-Oct period: Textile exports down 6.33pc to $5.565bn YoY ISLAMABAD: The country’s textile group exports declined by around 6.33 per cent during the first four months... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 09:09am
Multiple financing sources: Jul-Oct borrowing down $0.408m to $3.847bn YoY: EAD ISLAMABAD: The country borrowed $3.847 billion from multiple financing sources during the first four months... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 10:08am
Appeal against SC verdict in ‘military court trial case’ filed by federal govt ISLAMABAD: The federal government told the Supreme Court that the events of 09-05-2023 indicate a premeditated and... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 09:33am
Urea tender validity extended till Monday: All bidders match the lowest bid price KARACHI: All bidders of the urea import tender, conducted by the Trading Corporation of Pakistan (TCP), have matched... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 09:07am
CJP forms NJAC to improve efficiency of judiciary ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa has reconstituted the National Judicial Automation Committee (NJAC) to... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 09:04am
Procurement by public sector agencies: PEC concerned about violation of its SBDs ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) has expressed serious concern on violation of Standard Bidding... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 09:10am
Power transmission network in Punjab, KP: ADB approves $250m in loans ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $250 million in loans that will help deliver reliable... Updated 18 Nov, 2023 09:35am
‘Resolution against SC verdict’: Senate session adjourned after strong protest ISLAMABAD: The lawmakers from different political parties continued to strongly protest in the upper house of the... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
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 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Friday (November 17, 2023). ========================== KIBOR... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Forex Association of Pakistan on Friday (November... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Friday (November 17, 2023). ======================== Open Bid... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Friday (November 17, 2023).... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Friday (November 17, 2023). ==================================== BR... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Energy PSA aims at achieving 60pc renewable electricity by 2030 LAHORE: Pakistan Solar Association (PSA) Chairman Amir Chaudhry has vowed to collaborate with the government in... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Energy Jul-Oct: Petroleum group imports register negative growth of 16.93pc ISLAMABAD: Petroleum group imports witnessed a negative growth of 16.93 percent during the first four months... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Commodities Gold scales higher KARACHI: Gold prices on Friday regained a big value on the local market, traders said. They sprang up by Rs 2200 to... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Cotton & Textile Cotton market remains steady with low volume LAHORE: The local cotton market on Friday remained steady and the trading volume remained low. Cotton Analyst ... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
SBP governor unveils ‘strategic plan’ for 2023-28 Plan highlights the central bank’s vision, mission and key goals to be pursued over the next five years Updated 18 Nov, 2023 08:47pm
Energy Oil perks up after sharp week-long selloff on supply, demand concerns LONDON: Global oil benchmark Brent remained stuck below $80 a barrel on Friday, but recouped some losses a day after... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
SPI inflation up 9.95pc WoW ISLAMABAD: The Sensitive Price Index (SPI)-based inflation for the current week, ended 16 November 2023, increased ... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Industry LCCI organises awareness seminar on mutual funds LAHORE: Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry organised a seminar on Mutual Fund Industry in Pakistan with the aim... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Bakhtawari made Patron-in-Chief of PBGO Punjab chapter KARACHI: In a significant development, the Founder President of the Pakistan Business Group (PBGO) and President of... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Industry 10 cigarette manufacturers: Ministry asks FBR to suspend brand registration ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of National Health Services has asked the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to take action and... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Gwadar soon to be hub of sea trade, says Kakar ISLAMABAD: A delegation of Gwadar Shipping Clearing Agents Association has requested the caretaker Prime Minister... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
IMF loan termed a short-term solution to help country avert default KARACHI: Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, President Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, Mian... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
P3A discusses economic growth ISLAMABAD: The Board of Directors of the Public Private Partnership Authority (P3A) discussed economic growth,... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Industry FPCCI elections 2024: BMP group finalises list of candidates LAHORE: The ruling group of Businessmen Panel (BMP) in the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Windfall tax levy faces prospect of litigation EDITORIAL: Windfall tax is defined as “a tax levied on an unforeseen or unexpectedly large profit, especially one... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Israel under Netanyahu beyond the pale EDITORIAL: It’s plausibly argued by every man and woman of conscience in the world that the situation in Gaza is... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Govt should adopt pro-exporter policies: TMA KARACHI: The Senior Vice Chairman Syed Usman Ali along with the prominent exporters of the Towel Manufacturers... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Taxes Increase in FED on cigarettes: Health advocates call for implementation of World Bank’s recommendation ISLAMABAD: Health advocates called for immediate implementation of the latest recommendation of the World Bank (WB)... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Money & Banking Dollar poised for steep weekly fall NEW YORK: The dollar headed toward one of its steepest weekly declines versus other major currencies this year on... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Money & Banking Australia, NZ dlrs lower SYDNEY: The Australian and New Zealand dollars edged lower on Friday as softer US economic data weighed on some... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am
Money & Banking Taiwan dollar set to post strongest weekly gain in a year BENGALURU: The Taiwan dollar rose on Friday, ending the week at its highest level in a year, boosted by prospects of... Published 18 Nov, 2023 06:03am