DRAP recalls syrup after detection of ‘poisonous impurities’ ISLAMABAD: Following the detection of “poisonous impurities,” the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP)... Published 12 Jan, 2024 04:09am
HRW slams ‘hypocrisy’ of world leaders UNITED NATIONS: Human rights are not luxuries, nor can they be bypassed in the national interest, the head of Human... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
KP Sports Minister meets Zaka LAHORE: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa caretaker Minister for Sports, Youth Affairs and Science and Information Technology ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Names of almost all candidates finalised by PML-N LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has finalised the names of party candidates for February 8 general... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
An anatomy of economic clichés/mantras of 2023—I Last three months of 2023 have witnessed an avalanche of economic annual meetings, conferences, economic fest and... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
USA US inflation picks up on bumpy path to cool price gains WASHINGTON: Consumer inflation in the United States rose more than anticipated in December, government data showed... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
South Asia China and Maldives upgrade ties with infrastructure deals BEIJING: China pledged to protect the Maldives’ “sovereignty” and agreed to upgrade ties with the strategic... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
South Asia Hasina sworn in as Bangladesh PM for fifth term DHAKA: Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was sworn in for a fifth term on Thursday after a landslide victory... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
South Asia Two killed in third deadly Kabul explosion in less than a week KABUL: Two people were killed and 12 wounded in an explosion in western Kabul on Thursday, police said, in the third... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Maersk to use rail to bypass Panama Canal amid drought COPENHAGEN: A.P. Moller-Maersk will use trains to avoid the drought-hit Panama Canal for some of its vessels, the... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Middle East Iran seizes oil tanker in Gulf of Oman DUBAI: Iran seized a tanker with Iraqi crude destined for Turkey on Thursday in retaliation for the confiscation ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
USA Trump’s lawyer calls fraud case ‘manufactured,’ as judge faces threat NEW YORK: Donald Trump’s lawyer argued on Thursday that a New York civil fraud case that threatens the former US... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Extreme weather and misinformation top global risks at Davos NEW YORK: Risk specialists see extreme weather and misinformation as most likely to trigger a global crisis in the... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Papua New Guinea declares state of emergency after deadly riots PORT MORESBY: Papua New Guinea’s prime minister declared a 14-day state of emergency in the capital on Thursday,... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Europe Ukraine builds barricades, digs trenches as focus shifts to defence NEAR KUPIANSK (Ukraine): Rows of white concrete barricades and coils of razor wire stretch across an open field for... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
‘We lost hope’: ravaged Gaza nears 100 days of war GAZA STRIP: Bombed-out neighbourhoods, mass graves dug in the sand, spreading hunger and disease — as the bloodiest... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 10:33am
Resignation accepted: SJC issues ‘intimation notice’ to former judge ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) issued an intimation notice to Justice Sayyed Mazahar Ali Akbar Naqvi,... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
There’s no intention to hold talks with TTP: FO ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office on Thursday explained that the government of Pakistan does not intend to hold talks... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Companies MPCL announces gas discovery in North Waziristan ISLAMABAD: Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MPCL) as the operator of Waziristan Block on Thursday announced a gas... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 10:24am
Toshakhana case: Statements of prosecution witnesses recorded against IK, spouse RAWALPINDI: The Accountability Court on Thursday recorded the statements of four prosecution witnesses in Toshakhana... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
SAU convocation on 18th HYDERABAD: The 12th Convocation of Sindh Agriculture University (SAU) will be held on January 18, and the Governor... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
PPP asks CEC to publish final lists of polling stations prior to polls ISLAMABAD: Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) has written a letter to the chief election commissioner Pakistan to... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Islamabad Airport: Management of CIP lounge handed over to Serena Hotels KARACHI: The Islamabad Airport authority has handed over the management of CIP lounge to Serena Hotels. The lounge... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 08:03pm
CM Punjab desires laptop for every student LAHORE: The caretaker Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi, while extending congratulations to students receiving... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
ATC dismisses extension in physical remand of IK in 12 cases RAWALPINDI: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Thursday dismissed the police request to extend physical remand of... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Existential threats, elections, and economic policy ‘As we enter 2024, results of the Forum’s Global Risks Perception Survey 2023-2024 (GRPS) highlight a predominantly... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Global economic outlook 2024 By unlocking big, bold investments, we can drive sustainable development and climate action and put the global... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Experts underscore need for unified response to deal with health sector challenges ISLAMABAD: Top health experts from around the world on Thursday stressed the need for a unified response and... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Senate body to decide PSM’s fate within 3 months ISLAMABAD: Senate Standing Committee on Industries and Production directed Ministry of Industries and Production to... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
SSGC announces 48-hour gas holiday for all industries KARACHI: Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has announced 48-hours gas holiday for all industries including their power... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Early completion of digitalised records ordered KARACHI: Sindh Caretaker Minister of Revenue, Industries and Commerce Muhammad Younus Dagha on Thursday directed the... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Minister says all parties should present vision for better economic future ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs Murtaza Solangi said ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Fesco electrifies 108 villages in Dec FAISALABAD: Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) has electrified 108 villages in its region during the month ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Team Pakistan eying T20I series win against New Zealand LAHORE: Pakistan are set to face New Zealand in a five-match T20I series, with the first match scheduled to be ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
HG1 garlic production: Senate body directs NARC to support growers LAHORE: The Senate Standing Committee on Commerce has directed the National Agriculture Research Centre (NARC), the... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
‘First Cloud Policy’ approved: Punjab cabinet allows wheat allocations for KPK, Balochistan LAHORE: The caretaker Punjab cabinet, which met with Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi in the chair, endorsed the request... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Oil tanker crash spills 10,000-liter of fuel in Sadiqabad SADIQABAD: An oil tanker carrying 10,000 litres of spirit fuel overturned near Taj Chowk Bypass Road in Sadiqabad on... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Health dept on high alert after rise in pneumonia cases LAHORE: Following surge in Pneumonia cases among the children in Punjab, the provincial health department has issued... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
CS orders digitizing record of all development authorities LAHORE: Chief Secretary Punjab Zahid Akhtar Zaman has directed that the records of all development authorities be... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Interest-free green loans to be offered to university students to buy ebikes LAHORE: The Government of Punjab, Transport Department, held a launch ceremony on January 9 to introduce exciting... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
‘Bat’ symbol: PHC to hear contempt plea against ECP today PESHAWAR: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Thursday filed a contempt of court petition against the Election... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
President accepts Justice Naqvi’s resignation ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi on Thursday accepted the resignation of Supreme Court Judge Sayyed Mazahar Ali... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Cipher case: Proceedings after Dec 14 ‘of no legal consequences’: IHC ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), Thursday, declared all the proceedings in the cipher case after December... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
CIP Lounge opened ISLAMABAD: Islamabad International Airport inaugurated one of its CIP Lounges operated by Serena Hotels. It is a... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Swinging yorker or swinging voter? “I am a swing voter and…” “Isn’t that against the spirit of…” “Don’t bring religion into it.”... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Letters Solar is solution I am writing to advocate for a noble initiative that could significantly benefit our communities — urging solar... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
UK issues travel advisory for KP areas ISLAMABAD: The British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), on Thursday, advised all British... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
PM to attend WEF annual meeting in Davos next week ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar will embark on a five-day visit on 15th January to Davos,... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Industry PALSP urges PM to help release incremental subsidy ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Association of Large Steel Producers (PALSP) strongly protests over the stark disparity ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
ST issue: OTCA threatens to go on strike ISLAMABAD: All Pakistan Oil Tankers Contractors Association (OTCA) on Thursday warned the Punjab Revenue Authority... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Thursday (January 11, 2024) and the forecast for Friday (January 12, 2024)... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Rates PSX climbs on fresh buying KARACHI: Fresh buying at attractive, low levels on Thursday supported the Pakistan Stock Exchange to close on strong... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Cotton & Textile Faisalabad Yarn and Fiber Prices FAISALABAD: Yarn Market Rates on Thursday (January 11, 2024) ============================= 6/S-7/S (COTTON)... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Commodities Gold prices gain KARACHI: Gold prices on Thursday inched up on the local market but silver was firm, traders said. Gold regained ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Commodities ‘Agri crops benefitting from fog sheet throughout Punjab’ LAHORE: Agriculture crops are benefitting from the prevailing fog sheet throughout Punjab which is not letting the... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Stocks Wall Street drops as inflation data dulls rate-cut hopes NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes fell in choppy trading on Thursday after a hotter-than-expected inflation... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Stocks European shares fall as hot US inflation data rains on rate-cut hopes PARIS: European shares ended lower on Thursday after a hotter-than-anticipated US inflation reading doused hopes of... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Stocks China stocks rise on bargain hunting, policy expectations SHANGHAI: China stocks rebounded on Thursday, while Hong Kong shares jumped after a seven-session losing streak, as... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Stocks Gulf bourses end higher ahead of US inflation data DUBAI: Most stock markets in the Gulf ended higher on Thursday ahead of key US inflation data, due later in the day,... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Stocks Indian shares eke out gains ahead of TCS, Infosys results BENGALURU: India’s benchmark Nifty 50 and Sensex indexes logged small gains on Thursday, ahead of a key US... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Commodities Chicago soyabeans near 2-year lows CANBERRA: Chicago soyabean futures regained some ground on Thursday but remained near their lowest levels since... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 89,254 tonnes of cargo comprising 41,464 tonnes of import cargo and 51,676... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures climb SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber reversed its two-day losing streak to climb more than 2% on Thursday, with prices... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Energy Oil prices rise 3pc as ME tensions surge NEW YORK: Oil prices climbed about 3% to a two-week high on Thursday after Iran seized an oil tanker off the coast ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil futures higher JAKARTA: Malaysian palm oil futures closed up on Thursday for a sixth straight session, with gains in rival oils... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Commodities Gold rises on back of weaker dollar BENGALURU: Gold prices climbed on Thursday, buoyed by a softer dollar, while markets awaited a key US inflation... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Commodities Copper weakens as dollar climbs amid strong inflation LONDON: Copper prices retreated on Thursday from session highs as the dollar climbed after strong inflation data ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday, (January 11, 2024)... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Cotton & Textile Little business on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Thursday remained easy and the trading volume remained low. Cotton Analyst ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Commodities Iron ore extends losses BEIJING: Iron ore futures prices extended losses for a sixth consecutive session on Thursday, as lacklustre... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Wednesday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR18.329... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Wednesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
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 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Thursday (January 11, 2024). ========================== KIBOR... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Thursday (January 11, 2024). ======================== Open Bid... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Thursday (January 11, 2024).... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (January 11, 2024).... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Thursday (January 11, 2024). ======================================= Offset... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Thursday (January 11, 2024). ==================================== BR... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Ex-IMF official pinpoints ‘increasing risks’ Says sustained failure of tax reforms for over 30 years led to decline in tax-to-GDP ratio Updated 12 Jan, 2024 11:05am
Industrial sector: Nine cent energy tariff approved: minister CAIRO (Egypt): The Apex Committee of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has approved an energy... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 09:42am
$700m tranche approved by IMF board ISLAMABAD: Finance Ministry has stated that the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Turkey, Bulgaria, Romania sign Black Sea demining deal ISTANBUL: NATO members Turkey, Bulgaria and Romania on Thursday joined forces and signed an agreement on demining... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 09:13am
TAPI prospects dim as approval of incentives put on ice ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has put approval of incentives for Turkmenistan... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 09:14am
Pakistan backs South Africa’s case ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has expressed regret over the unleashing of a Pakistan bashing, jingoistic and militaristic... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 09:22am
Forex reserves rise, KIBOR dips KARACHI: The country’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves increased by $ 36 million during the last week due to... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 09:41am
Fast-moving consumer goods: FBR gives deadline for ST digital invoicing ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has given deadline of February 1, 2024 to all importers/ dealers/... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 09:46am
SC in disarray as senior judge quits? ISLAMABAD: In an astounding turn of events, another top judge of the Supreme Court, Justice Ijazul Ahsan, on... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 09:15am
Nepra approves 2pc transmission losses for STDC ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved 2.0 percent transmission line... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 09:45am
Cement sector: FBR extends deadline for T&T implementation ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has extended deadline for cement manufacturers to fully implement the... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 09:44am
Restoration of electoral symbol to PTI: ECP approaches SC against PHC’s decision ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday approached the Supreme Court against the Peshawar... Updated 12 Jan, 2024 09:39am
Lists of trending videos unveiled: YouTube Shorts fulfill rising user demand for active content KARACHI: YouTube has unveiled the much-awaited lists of trending videos highlighting the impressions made by YouTube... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Industry PITB to organise 3-day training session for ASPs LAHORE: The Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) on Thursday organised a three-day training session for the... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Holding Israel to account EDITORIAL: As Israel’s brutal war in the Middle East continues the annihilation of Gaza and its hapless ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
PIA sell-off on the slippery runway EDITORIAL: Finally, the government, though an interim one, has set the ball rolling insofar as the planned sell-off... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Industry KCCI chief praises DG Rangers for activation of complaint cell KARACHI: President Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) Iftikhar Ahmed Sheikh has lauded the support ... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Money & Banking Yuan firms as dollar weakens SHANGHAI: China’s yuan firmed against the US dollar on Thursday after comments from a Federal Reserve official... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Money & Banking Dollar jumps as US CPI beats expectations NEW YORK: The dollar jumped against the euro and hit a one-month high against the yen on Thursday after data showed... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am
Money & Banking Bitcoin ETFs begin trading in end to decade-long tussle with SEC NEW YORK: Several exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to the spot price of bitcoin began trading in the US on Thursday... Published 12 Jan, 2024 03:06am