Qatar emir slams ‘shameful’ inaction on Gaza war DOHA: Qatar’s ruler hit out at “shameful” international inaction over the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza as he ... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Israel storms Khan Younis in southern Gaza GAZA: Israeli forces stormed southern Gaza’s main city on Tuesday in what they called the most intense day of... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 04:58am
COP28 fossil fuel battle hardens DUBAI: Battle lines on fossil fuels hardened at UN climate talks on Tuesday despite scientists warning that global... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
China says Afghan Taliban must reform before full diplomatic ties BEIJING: China said on Tuesday Afghanistan’s Taliban government will need to introduce political reforms, improve... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Taliban rule ‘made girlhood illegal’, says Malala JOHANNESBURG: Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai said Tuesday that Taliban rule in Afghanistan has made... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 02:12pm
WFP suspends Yemen food aid in rebel-held areas DUBAI: The World Food Programme said Tuesday it was suspending its food distribution in Houthi-controlled areas of... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Women’s cricket team wins New Zealand T20I series LAHORE: Pakistan women’s cricket team achieved yet another milestone on Tuesday, defeating host New Zealand women... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Market expectations of Fed cuts ‘overdone’, volatility to jump in ‘24: BlackRock NEW YORK: Global markets will be swayed by greater volatility in 2024 as the Federal Reserve cuts benchmark interest... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Moody’s downgrades outlook on China credit rating over debt fears BEIJING: Ratings agency Moody’s on Tuesday downgraded the outlook on China’s credit rating to “negative” ... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Europe UK interior minister signs new Rwanda treaty to resurrect asylum plan KIGALI/LONDON: Britain signed a new treaty with Rwanda on Tuesday which it said would overcome a court decision... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Energy SNGPL seeks 137pc increase in prescribed gas price ISLAMABAD: The Sui Northern Gas Pipeline Limited (SNGPL) has sought an increase in prescribed/cost of gas price by... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Cyclone Michaung hits India’s south after 13 killed in floods, rain BHUBANESWAR, (India): Cyclone Michaung barrelled into the southern Indian coast on Tuesday with winds of up to 110... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Hamas officials join Mandela family for anniversary tributes PRETORIA: Senior Hamas officials on Tuesday joined the family of Nelson Mandela to mark the 10th anniversary of his... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 04:58am
EU approves ban on destruction of unsold clothing BRUSSELS: The European Parliament and EU member states announced on Tuesday new rules to crack down on fast fashion... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Asian countries score high in key education survey PARIS: Asian countries dominated the top spots in a keenly watched survey of education capabilities published... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
FCCL & SINOMA HCRDI Commissions Greenfield Cement Plant at D.G. Khan TEXT: Constructing a modern and intelligent cement production line typically requires a minimum of 16 to 20 months,... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Zhu Bing, President Sinoma International Engineering Co., Ltd TEXT: In 2023, we're celebrating the 10th anniversary of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, marking a decade of... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Qamar Haris Manzoor, Managing Director, Fauji Cement Co Ltd TEXT: By the grace of Allah (SWT), Fauji Cement Company Limited (FCCL) has successfully commissioned its 6500 TPD... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
A New Flagship Project: FCCL and SINOMA HCRDI Deliver in 13 Months Waqar Ahmed Malik, Sitara e Imtiaz, Managing Director, Fauji Foundation TEXT: Fauji Foundation continues to play ... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Zaka blamed for hiring people on hefty salaries in PCB LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) management committee chairman Zaka Ashraf has hired 70 to 80 people in the PCB... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Differently-abled individuals: Minister vows to persuade philanthropists KARACHI: Sindh Caretaker Minister for Information, Minority Affairs, and Social Protection Muhammad Ahmad Shah... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Eviction of students from hostels: IHC transmits plea to HEC chairman ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), Tuesday, transmitted a petition of students of various universities in... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Registration of new lifesaving drugs approved by DRAP ISLAMABAD: The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) has approved the registration of new lifesaving drugs... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
6th round of Pak, Mexico BPC held ISLAMABAD: The 6th round of Bilateral Political Consultations (BPC) between Pakistan and Mexico was held, here... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
President for harassment-free environment at workplaces ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi, on Tuesday, terming financially-empowered women an important contributor to... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Badin Bus Stop: Commissioner orders survey of land, encroachments HYDERABAD: To ensure implementation on the directives of CM Sindh during his visit to Hyderabad regarding... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Nursing programmes: UHS-Canadian varsity explores collaboration LAHORE: A four-member delegation from Memorial University (MU) Canada visited the University of Health Sciences ... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
‘Avoid making election process controversial’ LAHORE: National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervaiz Ashraf has urged all the political parties to avoid making the... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
29 illegal Chingchi body factories sealed; 8 held LAHORE: In a crackdown against the illegal production of unsafe Chingchi rickshaws in the provincial capital, the... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Development of society ‘Promotion of modern sciences, justice, supremacy of law indispensable’ FAISALABAD: Education is not just the name of obtaining a degree, but the main purpose is to evolve, build and shape... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
PFA shuts 210 food points LAHORE: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) shut down 210 food points and imposed hefty fines on 6,300 eateries during... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
World Soil Day observed LAHORE: The World Soil Day, observed throughout the world on December 05 every year on the call of Food and... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Past performances: Former ruling parties should inform public: Siraj LAHORE: Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Sirajul Haq has asserted that the former ruling parties have been lacking a... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Indian Sikh pilgrims thank Punjab govt LAHORE: The Indian Sikh pilgrim family, which was swindled in Lahore, met with Chief Secretary Punjab Zahid Akhtar... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Volunteer Day CERTs’ challenge starts LAHORE: The 7th International Volunteer Day Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) Challenge started here at the... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
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. IG Punjab... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Health reforms: 3-phase strategy formulated, PM told ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar was informed that a three-phase strategy has been formulated... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
‘Illegal’ Nikah of IK: Statements of 4 prosecution witnesses recorded ISLAMABAD: A local court, on Tuesday, recorded the statements of four prosecution witnesses in the case regarding ... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Fake degree row: Senate panel asks CAA to reinstate remaining 82 pilots ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary panel, on Tuesday, recommended the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to restore the ... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
LHC seeks reasons behind preventive detention of Khadija LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Tuesday directed the law officer to submit the reasons for preventive detention of... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
KU extends deadline for submission of fees KARACHI: The University of Karachi has extended the deadline for the submission of the ‘Fall- 2023’ semester and... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Job Centre registers over 200,000 workers LAHORE: Punjab Job Center, an online employment hub, has registered over 200,000 workers on its online portal since... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Zaka felicitates women’s cricket team LAHORE: Zaka Ashraf, Chairman of PCB Management Committee, has congratulated the Pakistan women’s cricket team on... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Elahi’s contempt petition: LHC accepts apology of police officers LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday disposed of a petition filed by the wife of PTI President Parvez ... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan: Fazl demands ‘favourable’ environment for polls ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has said that after the election alliance with... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Alcohol taxes aren’t high enough: says WHO LONDON: The World Health Organisation urged governments on Tuesday to increase taxes on alcoholic drinks and impose... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
US issues fresh Russia-related sanctions, targets defence procurement network WASHINGTON: The United States imposed fresh Russia-related sanctions on Tuesday, targeting a defense procurement... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Saudi Arabia offers tax breaks for companies moving regional HQs to Riyadh RIYADH: Saudi Arabia said on Tuesday it will offer tax incentives for foreign companies that locate their regional... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
PTI urges ECP to give ‘shut up’ call to ‘touts’, ‘fraudsters’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) on Tuesday called upon the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
TVET Incubation Centre set up KARACHI: The launch ceremony of EMERGE, Pakistan’s first technical and vocational education and training (TVET)... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Quetta hosts UN Women’s ‘#Koi Jawaz Nahi’ campaign QUETTA: Quetta welcomed the arrival of UN Women’s impactful campaign titled #Koi Jawaz Nahi, marking the 16-day... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
PTI crossed ‘red line’ on May 9: Ahsan LAHORE: The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) said on Tuesday that the PTI crossed red line on May 9 and also... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
ATC issues non-bailable warrants of 8 PTI leaders LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court on Tuesday issued non-bailable arrest warrants of eight leaders of the Pakistan... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
LHC reserves verdict on Sanam Javed’s petition LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Tuesday reserved its verdict on a contempt petition of PTI activist Sanam Javed... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Police action against underage drivers: LHC seeks assistance from law officer LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Tuesday sought assistance from a law officer in a petition of a bar member Rana... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Tuesday (December 05, 2023) and the forecast for Wednesday (December 06, 2023)... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Rates Record-breaking streak continues on PSX KARACHI: Despite mid-session pressure, Pakistan Stock Exchange on Tuesday hit new highest-ever levels on the back of... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Four kids among 7 injured in blast near school PESHAWAR: At least seven people including four children were wounded in a roadside bomb blast on Warsak Road here on... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
PN inducts 5th ATR aircraft into its fleet KARACHI: Pakistan Navy (PN) has inducted 5th ATR aircraft into its fleet and Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
BISP cash disbursement reaches out to 9.3m households: official ISLAMABAD: The cash disbursement that aims to provide financial assistance to the deserving segments of the society... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: The growing Israeli belligerence “The days when one thought Western media presented the truth while the rest of the world presented an extremely... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Insoluble dilemma of power forecasts? As the NTDC (National Transm-ission and Dispatch Company) and Power Division are progressing with the next IGCEP... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Letters CPEC under renewed govt focus The completion of a state-of-art hospital, Pak-China Friendship Hospital, and a mega seawater desalination water... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Stocks Wall St mixed as traders assess economic data, megacaps rebound NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes were mixed on Tuesday as investors assessed a fresh batch of economic data,... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Stocks European shares subdued as energy offsets declines in miners BENGALURU: European stocks were muted on Tuesday as gains in energy shares offset a drop in miners and healthcare,... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Stocks Financials, energy stocks power record rally in India’s Nifty, Sensex BENGALURU: India’s benchmark indexes hit fresh record highs on Tuesday, led by gains in financial and energy... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Energy Russia’s 2023 LNG exports to Asia via Northern Sea Route unchanged MOSCOW: Exports of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) along the eastern sector of the Northern Sea Route remained ... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Energy Oil prices end little change NEW YORK: Oil prices were little changed in volatile trade on Tuesday as a stronger US dollar and demand concerns... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 64,312 tonnes of cargo comprising 50,765 tonnes of import cargo and 13,547... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Commodities Copper prices down on China’s rating cut LONDON: Copper prices fell to one-week lows on Tuesday after Moody’s cut its outlook on China’s credit ratings ... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Commodities Indonesia expects 10m metric tons of rice amid peak harvest in 2024 JAKARTA: Indonesia is targeting ten million metric tons of rice output during peak harvest in March to April next... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Tuesday (December 05, 2023)... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Cotton & Textile Prices firm amid modest trading on cotton market LAHORE: The trading in the local market on Tuesday remained steady and the trading volume remained low. Cotton... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Monday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
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 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Tuesday (December 05, 2023). ========================== KIBOR... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Forex Association of Pakistan on Tuesday (December... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Tuesday (December 05, 2023). ======================== Open Bid... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Tuesday (December 05, 2023).... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Tuesday (December 05, 2023).... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Tuesday (December 05, 2023)... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Tuesday (December 05, 2023). ======================================= Offset... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Tuesday (December 05, 2023). ==================================== BR... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Anti-electricity theft, recovery drive a flop? Pakistan’s power sector circular debt stock crosses Rs 2.6 trillion Updated 06 Dec, 2023 12:28pm
India to be world’s third-largest economy by 2030: S&P BENGALURU: India will remain the fastest-growing major economy for at least the next three years, setting it on... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
FBR notifies list of entities to be integrated with its ‘RADAR’ ISLAMABAD: The remittance gateways licensed by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) are among the financial institutions... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 09:29am
FBR to integrate real time data of 145 entities ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has decided to integrate all financial data and economic transactions... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 08:37am
Jul-Oct govt debt stocks increased by Rs1.641trn KARACHI: The federal government’s total debt (domestic and external) stocks increased by Rs 1.641 trillion during... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 08:40am
Digital payments: SBP launches ‘Raast P2M’ service KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has launched an interoperable Raast Person to Merchant (P2M) service to... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 09:50am
Minister reviews power sector progress ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Muhammad Sami Saeed, on Tuesday,... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 08:38am
Commercial operation date: Nepra likely to grant Zorlu 4-month extension ISLAMABAD: National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) on Tuesday hinted at granting extension for four... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 08:43am
FCA mechanism: Discos’ tariff for Oct raised by Rs3 per unit ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has increased tariff of power Distribution... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 10:00am
GDs inspections, PCAs: Material violations fall to 7pc from 8pc in 2022-23: World Bank ISLAMABAD: The material violations detected from custom inspection and audits decreased from eight percent in... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 08:42am
FBR’s online portal: KTBA seeks availability of key tax compliance form KARACHI: President of the Karachi Tax Bar Association (KTBA) Syed Zafar Ahmed has requested the Chairman, the ... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
FD releases Rs17.4bn to ECP ISLAMABAD: The Finance Division on Tuesday released Rs17.4 billion to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) for... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 08:50am
KE only Disco using handheld device for meter reading: Nepra KARACHI: National Electricity Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has said that the KE is the only Disco that is using... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 09:28am
Money & Banking Karandaaz issues ‘white paper’ on advantages, prospects of ‘open banking’ ISLAMABAD: Open banking in Pakistan has enabled consumers to manage and track their financial data and empowers them... Updated 06 Dec, 2023 04:23pm
Jan-Oct: 15.66m mobile phones made locally ISLAMABAD: Local manufacturing plants have manufactured/ assembled 15.66 million mobile handsets during the first 10... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Commodities Gold, silver prices dip KARACHI: Gold prices on Tuesday saw a big drop on the local market with silver inching down, traders said. Gold lost... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am
Money & Banking U Microfinance Bank posts Rs1.7bn PAT ISLAMABAD: U Microfinance Bank Limited, Pakistan’s fastest-growing microfinance bank, has announced financial... Published 06 Dec, 2023 04:27am