Iraqi PM again demands US-led coalition leave DAVOS: Iraqi Prime Minister Mohamed Shia al-Sudani on Thursday repeated his call for the US-led international... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Biden says Iran is not well-liked in region WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden said Thursday that air strikes by Pakistan and Iran on each other’s territory... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
‘SDGs Plus Project’: Punjab & UNDP join forces LAHROE: In a significant move aligning with the government of Punjab’s vision for robust and sustainable economic... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
South Asia At least 12 children, two teachers drown in Indian lake after boat capsizes AHMEDABAD (India): At least 12 children and their two teachers drowned in India on Thursday when a boat on which ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
South Asia Hezbollah rejected US overtures, still open to diplomacy BEIRUT: Iran-backed Hezbollah has rebuffed Washington’s initial ideas for cooling tit-for-tat fighting with... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Europe Kyiv warns ammunition low as allies launch ‘artillery coalition’ PARIS: Ukraine’s defence minister warned Thursday that the country faced a “very real and pressing” ammunition... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Japan inks deal to buy 400 long-range missiles from US TOKYO: Japan signed a deal with its ally the United States on Thursday to buy 400 long-range Tomahawk missiles as it... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
South Asia Indian Navy picks up crew after ship hit off Yemen coast NEW DELHI/WASHINGTON: The Indian Navy said on Thursday it had rescued the crew of a US-owned vessel in the Gulf of... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Europe NATO announces months-long exercise with 90,000 troops BRUSSELS: NATO announced Thursday that it would begin its largest military exercise in decades next week, involving... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
MENA Dubai’s efforts to boost tech startups ‘exhilarating’, says Pakistani AI firm founder Not many can say they have had the chance to demonstrate their work to His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 10:08am
Israel among top jailers of journalists worldwide, CPJ finds NEW YORK: Amidst a months-long war, Israel emerged for the first time as one of the world’s leading jailers of... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Manifestoes: Speakers urge parties to present clear roadmap ISLAMABAD: The speakers at a seminar on Thursday called upon the political parties to present a clear roadmap in... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Terrorist hideouts in Iran: PTI terms ‘targeted air strikes’ as right of defence ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Thursday termed the air strikes of Pakistan targeting the terrorist... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
PTI Info secretary misuses IK’s name, claims Marwat ISLAMABAD: The flamboyant Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior vice president Sher Afzal Khan Marwat on Thursday... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
PTA holds workshop ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) organised a two-day workshop on “IPv6 Transition” and... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Petitions against Nawaz, Shehbaz, Nisar returned LAHORE: The Lahore High Court registrar officer on Thursday returned the petitions against the acceptance of... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Seerat-un-Nabi Conference held at Iqra varsity: Minister highlights importance of understanding teachings of Islam, Sunnah KARACHI: The caretaker Federal Minister for Religious Affairs, Aneeq Ahmed, graced the Seerat-un-Nabi Conference ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
LHC allows yellow taxi drivers plea LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Thursday declared a Punjab government's notification as illegal reducing the... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
IG Sindh for using modern techniques to track habitual criminals KARACHI: IG Sindh Riffat Mukhtar Raja on Thursday directed his concerned subordinates to approach the satellite ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Overseas Pakistanis, HR Development: HEC working on introducing portal for global certificate verification ISLAMABAD: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) on Thursday informed a sub-committee of the Senate Standing... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Habib University launches new lecture series KARACHI: Habib University, a leading liberal arts institution, launched its new lecture series on Reshaping... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 05:58pm
Global Fund approves $285m grant to fight HIV/AIDS, TB & malaria ISLAMABAD: The Global Fund has approved $285 million grant for Pakistan to support the country to fight against... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Gandapur moves LHC seeking detail of cases LAHORE: Ali Amin Gandapur on Thursday approached the Lahore High Court against his possible arrest and sought ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Experts identify key cyber security trends ISLAMABAD: Experts from Kaspersky, a global cyber security and digital privacy company, has identified key cyber... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Citizens hold protest demo against gas load shedding KARACHI: Citizens on Thursday staged a protest sit-in against the gas load shedding and excessive bills in front of... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Canadian HC optimistic of strengthened ties after Punjab CM visit LAHORE: Expressing the resolve to increase cooperation between Canada and the Punjab government in various sectors,... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Alvi for increasing technology use in AJK’s education sector ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi stressed the need to increase the use of technology in the education sector of ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
(AGEGA)-Federal holds protest demo at MoF and MoH ISLAMABAD: The All Government Employees Grand Alliance (AGEGA)-Federal protested outside the Ministry of Finance and... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Lahore & Pindi: Action against taking down banners, flags of PPP candidates urged ISLAMABAD: Deputy Information Secretary Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Senator Palwasha Khan said that banners and... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Abrar Ahmed, Khurram Shehzad start rehab at NCA LAHORE: Right-arm spinner Abrar Ahmed and right-arm fast bowler Khurram Shehzad have started their rehabilitation... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
811 degrees awarded to SAU graduates HYDERABAD: 811 degrees were awarded to the graduates during the 12th convocation of Sindh Agriculture University,... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Thursday (January 18, 2024) and the forecast for Friday (January 19 2024)... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Rates PSX stays depressed KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Thursday remained under pressure due to heavy selling on investor concerns over... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Tensions with Iran add to Pakistan’s economic challenges KARACHI/LONDON: An escalation of geopolitical tension between Pakistan and neighbouring Iran on Thursday sent ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Pakistan hits terrorist hideouts in Iran’s Sistan-Balochistan ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Thursday carried out a series of highly coordinated and specifically targeted precision... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
KSA FM meets Kakar DAVOS: Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia, Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Thursday called on Caretaker Prime Minister,... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Iran and Pakistan don’t want to escalate: Turkey ISTANBUL, Jan 18 (Reuters) - Iran and Pakistan do not want to escalate tensions in the region, Turkish Foreign... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Russia urges Iran, Pakistan to show ‘maximum restraint’ MOSCOW: Russia’s foreign ministry on Thursday called on Iran and Pakistan to show maximum restraint and solve ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Jail trial in Toshakhana, Al-Qadir trust cases: IHC issues notices to NAB in response to IK’s plea ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), Thursday, issued notices to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Nawaz says will ensure Pakistan stands on its own two feet HAFIZABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo and former prime minister Nawaz Sharif vowed to make ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
PM forms committee on general elections ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq on Thursday formed a seven-member to ensure smooth conduct of... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Trainers need training too “I was thinking of what you said yesterday…” “About what?” “Trainers, you said all politicians have had... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
General elections: PEMRA advises media to abide by ECP code of conduct ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority on Thursday advised national electronic media to abide by... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Military courts: ex-CJP’s prayer to court ISLAMABAD: Former chief justice of Pakistan Jawwad S Khawaja prayed to the apex court to declare that the bench for... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Cypher case: Azam Khan records statement ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Imran Khan’s then principal secretary Azam Khan on Thursday testified before the... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Fawad Chaudhry sent to jail ISLAMABAD: An Accountability Court on Thursday sent former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry to jail on judicial ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Flight delays: Air Blue and Serene Air issued show- cause notices ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) has issued show cause notices to Air Blue and Serene Air for... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Military’s role praised: Pakistan has the right to safeguard country: Shehbaz LAHORE: Former Prime Minister and PML-N President Shehbaz Sharif has praised the military for carrying out... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
UAF arranges ‘Gur and Cultural Mela’ FAISALABAD: The University of Agriculture Faisalabad arranged ‘Gur and cultural Mela’ that brought different... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Saudi envoy for better marketing of Pakistani products LAHORE: Terming the quality of Pakistani products including textiles as very good, Ambassador of the Kingdom of ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Rising oligarchic power, ballooning inequality, and the quality of democracy Decades of Neoliberalism led retreat of regulation, and greater inclusion of private sector to provide essential... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Streamlining the FBR in haste? We are fast approaching the general elections, scheduled for February 08, 2024. However, the post-election landscape... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Letters Iran’s leadership seems to have lost its marbles Despite China’s request to Pakistan to exercise restraint in response to an unprovoked missile attack on Panjgur,... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Merit alone must prevail Compromise on merit has hurt us badly. I have had the chance of meeting several senior Defense Officers who rose to... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Stocks Chip, megacap stocks power gains on Nasdaq, S&P 500 NEW YORK: The benchmark Nasdaq and S&P 500 jumped on Thursday, recouping recent losses on a boost from chip and... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Stocks European shares advance as chipmakers rally PARIS: European shares bounced back on Thursday following three straight sessions of losses, buoyed by Richemont and... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Stocks China stocks rebound from 5-year lows SHANGHAI: China stocks closed up after touching their lowest in nearly five years, as some exchange-traded funds(E... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Stocks Tokyo stocks inch down, Fujitsu recovers TOKYO: Tokyo stocks closed slightly lower on Thursday, weighed down by falls in Chinese shares but with Fujitsu... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 129,605 tonnes of cargo comprising 67,564 tonnes of import cargo and 62,041... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Wednesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Thursday (January 18, 2024). ========================== KIBOR... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (January 18, 2024).... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Thursday (January 18, 2024). ======================================= Offset... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Thursday (January 18, 2024). ==================================== BR... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Energy Decrease in RLNG rate notified ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) on Thursday notified a modest decrease in the weighted ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Energy All industries, power generation units & CNG stations: SSGC announces 48-hour ‘gas holiday’ in Sindh KARACHI: Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) has announced 48 hours gas holiday for all industries including their power... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Energy US natgas futures ease NEW YORK: US natural gas futures eased about 1% to a one-week low on Wednesday on forecasts for demand to drop and... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Energy Oil prices rise on global demand forecasts NEW YORK: Oil prices rose on Thursday as the International Energy Agency (IEA) joined producer group OPEC in... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday, (January 18, 2024)... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Cotton & Textile Stable trend seen on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Thursday remained steady and the trading volume remained satisfactory. Cotton... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures rise BEIJING: Japanese rubber futures edged up for a second session on Thursday to hit a seven-week closing high, buoyed... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Energy BD solar power surge set to unlock thousands of green jobs DHAKA: Farzana Akter Isha, 24, works as a production supervisor at SOLshare, a renewable energy technology company... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Energy NTDC secures land for construction of 220/132kV Grid Station LAHORE: The National Transmission and Despatch Company Limited (NTDC) has successfully acquired and taken possession... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Commodities Gold loses further ground KARACHI: Gold prices on Thursday further declined on the local market but silver was unchanged, traders said. Gold... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
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 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Forex Association of Pakistan on Thursday (January... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Thursday (January 18, 2024). ======================== Open Bid... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Thursday (January 18, 2024).... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Cotton & Textile Faisalabad Yarn and Fiber Prices FAISALABAD: Yarn Market Rates on Thursday (January 18, 2024) =========================== 6/S-7/S (COTTON)... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Energy sector: Circular debt jumps to over Rs5.725trn Minister for Power and Petroleum prepares an innovative plan to reduce circular debt of energy sector Updated 19 Jan, 2024 10:03am
$5.968bn borrowed from multiple sources during 1HFY ISLAMABAD: The country borrowed $5.968 billion from multiple financing sources during the first half (July-December)... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 09:10am
Gwadar coal-fired project: Inter-ministerial committee formed to review progress ISLAMABAD: The government is said to have constituted an inter-ministerial committee to review the progress of the... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 09:39am
Vulnerability of economy: Shamshad highlights five critical areas ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Finance Minister Dr Shamshad Akhtar said on Thursday, that Pakistan’s vulnerability has... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 09:11am
PIDE webinar: Economist talks of GDP decline during BJP rule ISLAMABAD: GDP growth in India in Manmohan Singh government during 2004 to 2013 was as high as 7.8 percent but it... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 09:39am
FBR probe against PSW concludes: No revenue loss in ‘unlawful’ clearance of $847m goods ISLAMABAD: A fact-finding inquiry of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) against Pakistan Single Window (PSW)... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 10:00am
PM witnesses signing of Pak-Dubai inter-govt framework agreements DAVOS: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Thursday witnessed the signing of Inter-Governmental... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 09:09am
Pakistan, Dubai ink over $3bn pacts in diverse fields LAHORE: In a landmark move, the governments of Pakistan and Dubai have solidified their economic ties through the... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Meeting with trade officials lined up: MoC ISLAMABAD: The Commerce Ministry Thursday said it is closely monitoring the situation with Iran and in this regard a... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 09:10am
Muzaffarabad: CCoE may allow ministry to undertake water project ISLAMABAD: The Cabinet Committee on Energy (CCoE) is likely to allow Ministry of Water and Resources to undertake... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 09:59am
Senate panel told: Gwadar Port rail connectivity with ML-1, Quetta enters 2nd phase ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary panel on Thursday apprised that rail connectivity of Gwadar Port with ML-1 and Quetta... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 09:58am
Tax on banks: FBR mulling hiring legal counsel ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is planning to hire expert legal counsel to defend its cases of tax on... Updated 19 Jan, 2024 09:12am
IMF debt dilemma looms after election: ex-SBP governor LONDON: The International Monetary Fund faces tough choices on how to deal with Pakistan after the February election... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Forex reserves down $111m on debt servicing KARACHI: The country’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves declined by $111 million during the last week due to... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
TDAP chief for increasing country’s exports to $60bn LAHORE: Chief Executive Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) Zubair Motiwala on Thursday said we are... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Punjab collects Rs351bn through e-stamping system LAHORE: The Punjab government has collected over Rs 351 billion in revenue through the e-stamping system since its... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Digital stack to help enhance growth rate: Shamshad ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Finance Minister Dr Shamshad Akhtar Thursday said digital stack would help the country to... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
Transit goods: alleged overcharging sparks legal battle LAHORE: Customs authorities are blamed for imposing duties and taxes on the goods in transit found in access of the... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
FDI: APTMA North chief urges trade officers to work harder LAHORE: Chairman All Pakistan Textile Mills Association North Kamran Arshad has urged trade and investment officers... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
PSMA clarification LAHORE: Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) while referring to a news item appeared in a section of a press... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am
US weekly jobless claims near 1-1/2-year low WASHINGTON: The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell last week to the lowest level ... Published 19 Jan, 2024 05:37am