HBL ventures into Esports KARACHI: HBL enters the world of Esports with the launch of the Konnect by HBL, EAFC Gaming Tournament. The... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
HBL-PSL-9: CM Naqvi orders foolproof security arrangements LAHORE: The caretaker Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi has directed authorities concerned to make excellent... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
30 PTI activists declared fugitives LAHORE: The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Wednesday officially declared 30 PTI activists as fugitives in the Corps... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
NTDC MD pledges uninterrupted power supply during Ramazan LAHORE: NTDC maintenance programme would continue to ensure uninterrupted power supply during the holy month of... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Four ‘independent’ Punjab MPAs join IPP LAHORE: Four newly-elected independent members of the Punjab Assembly called on Abdul Aleem Khan on Wednesday and... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
LHC grants post-arrest bail to Elahi LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday granted post-arrest bail to PTI president and former Punjab Chief... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Short-term Hajj facility introduced for intended pilgrims: minister LAHORE: Caretaker Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Aneeq Ahmed has said that this... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Israel military says ‘begins series’ of Lebanon air strikes JERUSALEM: The Israeli military said on Wednesday its fighter jets “began a series of strikes in Lebanon”,... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
India security forces fire tear gas at protesting farmers AMBALA (India): Indian security forces fired tear gas at protesting farmers for a second day on Wednesday to stop... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Subianto claims ‘victory for all Indonesians’ in presidential vote JAKARTA: Former general Prabowo Subianto claimed victory in Indonesia’s presidential election on Wednesday as... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
JI urges ECP to remove anomalies as per form-45 KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) on Wednesday urged the ECP to follow the Sindh High Court directives in letter and... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Shujaat for greater unity amongst political parties ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q) president Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain on Wednesday said concerted... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
HEC chairman explains criticality of research in PhD programmes HYDERABAD: Dr Mukhtar Ahmed, Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Islamabad, emphasized the pivotal ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Vote recount in Hub claims two lives QUETTA: Two political workers were killed and 12 others injured when firing was opened on a crowd gathered for... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Mayor apprises US delegation about issues facing Karachi KARACHI: Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab on Wednesday appraised a U.S. delegation about Karachi’s major... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Ukrainian winter crops helped by favourable weather KYIV: Winter weather conditions have been mostly favourable for Ukrainian winter crops, APK-Inform consultancy ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Sarkozy found guilty again over campaign funds PARIS: A Paris appeals court ruled that ex-President Nicolas Sarkozy was guilty of illegal campaign financing over... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
South Korea establishes diplomatic ties with Cuba SEOUL: South Korea has established diplomatic relations with Cuba, one of North Korea’s Cold War-era allies, the... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Saudi Arabia posts 2023 budget deficit of $22 billion DUBAI: Saudi Arabia posted a fiscal deficit of 80.9 billion riyals ($21.57 billion) in 2023, slightly narrower than... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Judge-threatening case: Verdict on IK’s plea seeking production order reserved ISLAMABAD: A local court, on Wednesday, reserved its verdict on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Traffic wardens ambassadors of police dept: IG Punjab LAHROE: Inspector General Police Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar has said that the operational responsibilities of traffic... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
METRO join hands with SFA for training on food safety, hygiene KARACHI: METRO in collaboration with the Sindh Food Authority (SFA) conducted a day long training session titled ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
ISSI hosts its latest TLF on poverty alleviation, rural support ISLAMABAD: The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted its latest “Thought Leaders Forum” (TLF)... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Family planning services extended to remote areas LAHORE: A target has been set to reach 55,000 youths and married couples in the three districts of Attock, Khushab... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
CS felicitates Maryam Nawaz for being nominated as CM LAHORE: Punjab Chief Secretary Zahid Akhtar Zaman called on Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Chief Organizer... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
ATC orders forfeiting properties of six PTI leaders LAHORE: An Anti Terrorism Court on Wednesday ordered forfeiting the properties of six PTI leaders including Mian... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
ACCA recommends diversity and inclusion culture KARACHI: In a comprehensive survey, ACCA's Global Talent Trends 2024 highlights a critical diversity and inclusion... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
‘Steps taken to provide maximum facilities to Hajj pilgrims’ LAHORE: The caretaker Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Aneeq Ahmad has said his ministry is... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Wednesday (February 14, 2024) and the forecast for Thursday (February 15, 2024)... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
SJC’s proceedings against retired judge: Ex-ISI chief, Brig Ramay submit replies ISLAMABAD: Former ISI chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed (Retd) and Brig Irfan Ramay (Retd) submitted that to initiate or... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Every institution should do its job: CJP ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa said every institution should do its job, the judiciary should do its own and... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Another round of talks today: Dar ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) senior leader Ishaq Dar Wednesday said the two committees of the... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Formation of govt: First PPP-PML(N) meeting held ISLAMABAD: The first meeting of the committees comprising the leaders of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
New coalition echoes same old problems ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s newly declared coalition government echoes the 2022 alliance that ousted Imran Khan, ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
JUI-F chief, too, rejects election results ISLAMABAD: The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F), Wednesday, while rejecting the election results has announced... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
SECP asks general public not to download illegal apps ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) constantly monitors social media and websites... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
14 NAB officers promoted ISLAMABAD: As many as 14 National Accountability Bureau (NAB) officers holding key posts in different bureaus have... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Kaspersky Antidrone Solution’s system can neutralise civil drones ISLAMABAD: Kaspersky Antidrone Solution has introduced a comprehensive system in Pakistan which detects, identifies,... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Cigarettes consumption declines due to high govt taxes: study ISLAMABAD: The consumption of cigarettes in Pakistan has come down as the government has taken a bold decision to... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Summer: CDA taking steps towards ensuring uninterrupted water supply in Islamabad ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is working on multiple projects to meet the acute shortage of... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
IHC’s restrictions impeding tax recovery efforts in Islamabad? KARACHI: The field formations of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) are facing difficulties in executing tax ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
PML-N underscores need for ‘Charter of Reconciliation’ LAHORE: The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has called for inking the “Charter of Reconciliation” in a bid... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Askari Tower case: ATC asks prosecutor to provide challan’s copies to Yasmin, others LAHORE: An Anti Terrorism Court (ATC) on Wednesday directed the prosecutor to provide copies of the Challan of ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Better form will prevail “The Man Who Must Remain Nameless refuses to engage with the three parties that secured the maximum seats, apart... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Balochistan PA: ECP’s response to bill aimed at increasing number of general seats sought ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary body on Wednesday sought the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP)’s response on a bill... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Petitions against ECP: IHC reserves its verdict ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), Wednesday, reserved its verdict in three separate petitions challenging... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
NA-214 Tharparkar: highest voter turnout of almost 80pc recorded ISLAMABAD: National Assembly’s seat in Sindh — NA-214 Tharparkar — recorded highest voter turnout of almost 80... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Alhamra Arts Centre organises programme on poetry LAHORE: Alhamra Arts Center came alive with the poetic magic of Ali Zaryoun, a luminary born in the cultural hub of... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
LWMC to ensure pristine environment for PSL-9 matches LAHORE: The Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC) has ramped up its efforts to ensure a pristine environment for... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Confucius Institute celebrates Chinese New Year at UAF FAISALABAD: The Confucius Institute (CI) at the University of Agriculture Faisalabad celebrated Chinese New Year ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Mr Market’s periscope Mr Market knows best, goes the old saying, so perhaps its best to look at the wild swings at the stock exchange to... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Letters ‘Latest IMF projections’ This is apropos a Business Recorder op-ed “Latest IMF projections” carried by the newspaper on Tuesday. The... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Stocks Wall St zig-zags higher after selloff NEW YORK: Wall Street edged higher in volatile trading on Wednesday after a selloff in the prior session on a hot... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Stocks European shares recover on soft UK inflation data PARIS: European shares regained ground on Wednesday as a softer-than-expected UK inflation report boosted hopes of... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Stocks HK stocks close higher in return from Lunar New Year holidays HONG KONG: Hong Kong stocks closed higher on Wednesday, coming off the Lunar New Year holidays, with investors... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Stocks Most Gulf markets gain on corporate earnings DUBAI: Most stock markets in the Gulf ended higher on Wednesday after the usual flurry of annual corporate earnings,... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Stocks Indian shares recover from weak start BENGALURU: Indian shares rebounded in the final two hours of trade on Wednesday, led by a jump in public sector... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Wednesday (February 14, 2024). ====================================... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Rates PSX on path to recovery KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued sharp recovery on Wednesday as political uncertainty eased after ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Fixed broadband services: PTA all set to transition to OFC infrastructure ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is all set to transition from legacy copper-based networks to... Updated 15 Feb, 2024 09:47am
Nepra irked by Discos’ dismal performance ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) on Wednesday expressed serious disappointment at... Updated 15 Feb, 2024 09:33am
Energy EOUs: APTMA opposes proposed hike in gas tariff LAHORE: Chairman All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) North Kamran Arshad has strongly opposed the ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Energy MoU signed on consortium formation for White Oil Pipeline project ISLAMABAD: A signing ceremony of MoU between the stakeholders on Consortium Formation for Machike-Thallian-Tarujabba... Updated 16 Feb, 2024 01:35pm
Commodities Malaysian palm oil futures up due to lower NEW DELHI: Malaysian palm oil futures closed higher on Wednesday due to a bigger-than-expected fall in January... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Commodities Japan rubber futures extend rally SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures ended higher for a third consecutive session on Wednesday as automotive ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Commodities Chicago soybean, corn back at 3-year lows PARIS/CANBERRA: Chicago soybean and corn futures eased on Wednesday to three-year lows while wheat fell sharply as a... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 164,410 tonnes of cargo comprising 101,512 tonnes of import cargo and 62,898... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Commodities Gold hovers below $2,000 mark as markets tone down rate-cut bets BENGALURU: Gold prices extended declines on Wednesday, languishing below the key $2,000-per-ounce mark, pressured by... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Commodities Abundant rains lift Argentina soy, corn crops BUENOS AIRES: Plentiful rains in recent days across Argentina’s main growing regions have provided much-needed... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Commodities Raw sugar prices ease on Brazil rains; cocoa also dips LONDON: Raw sugar futures on ICE fell on Wednesday, with rains in Brazil potentially improving the outlook for cane... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Commodities French wheat stocks seen hitting 19-year high PARIS: Farm office FranceAgriMer on Wednesday raised its forecast for French soft wheat stocks at the end of this... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Commodities Copper slips on interest rate worries LONDON: Copper prices drifted lower on Wednesday as speculators stepped up selling on the back of US inflation data... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Wednesday, (February 14, 2024)... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Cotton & Textile Selective buying on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Wednesday remained stable and the trading volume was satisfactory. Cotton ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Commodities Japan to seek 60,000 tons of feed wheat TOKYO: Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) said on Wednesday that it will seek 60,000... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Energy Oil slips as US crude build counters upbeat demand forecast NEW YORK: Oil futures slipped on Wednesday as surging US crude inventories weighed on prices, but losses were ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Tuesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
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 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Wednesday (February 14, 2024). ========================== ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Wednesday (February 14, 2024). ======================== Open ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Wednesday (February 14, 2024).... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Wednesday (February 14, 2024).... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Wednesday (February 14, 2024). =======================================... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Moody’s speaks of elevated political uncertainty Prolonged delays in formation of govt will increase policy and political uncertainty at a time when it faces very challenging macroeconomic conditions Updated 15 Feb, 2024 11:56am
Senators criticise ‘unbearable’ rise in energy tariffs ISLAMABAD: The members of the Senate Standing Committee on Finance on Wednesday vehemently criticised what they... Updated 15 Feb, 2024 09:48am
Hike in gas prices approved by ECC ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved an increase in gas prices effective... Updated 15 Feb, 2024 08:42am
Textile exporters blame govt for ‘economic disaster’ KARACHI: The interim rule has again drawn severe criticism for “intruding” into the economic matters that left the... Updated 15 Feb, 2024 08:42am
Govt shares in FWBL likely to be sold to UAE ISLAMABAD: The government is likely to sell GoP shares in First Women Bank Limited (FWBL) to United Arab Emirates... Updated 15 Feb, 2024 09:33am
World demand for LNG jumps 50pc by 2040: Shell LONDON: British energy group Shell on Wednesday forecast that world demand for liquefied natural gas would jump more... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
FTO decides Rs17.742bn refund claims in 2023 ISLAMABAD: The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has addressed the grievances of the taxpayers by processing 8,963 cases... Updated 15 Feb, 2024 09:51am
Govt securities: federal govt borrows less than target KARACHI: The federal government on Wednesday borrowed less than the target through the sale of long-term government... Updated 15 Feb, 2024 09:48am
Rising energy costs: APTMA says 50pc industry at high risk of closure ISLAMABAD: All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has again raised its voice against high electricity and... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Immoveable property: PHC strikes down Sec 7E of Income Tax Ordinance ISLAMABAD: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has declared that Section 7E of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, which... Updated 15 Feb, 2024 06:04am
Rescheduling loans: PALSP told to talk with SBP, Finance Division ISLAMABAD: An Inter-Ministerial Meeting has asked Pakistan Association of Large Steel Producers (PALSP) to take up... Updated 15 Feb, 2024 08:43am
Gang behind bogus GST invoices busted ISLAMABAD: The Directorate of Intelligence & Investigation (Inland Revenue), Islamabad has busted an organised... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Money & Banking Bank’s customer fails to avert recovery proceedings on weak assertions LAHORE: A customer of a local bank has failed to avert recovery proceedings against running finance facility on weak... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Governor advocates increased agri exports LAHORE: Punjab Governor Muhammad Balighur Rehman has said that the overseas Pakistani business community can play an... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Another weak govt! EDITORIAL: After days of ambiguity regarding what shape the government at the centre takes, and with rigging... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am
Timely intervention EDITORIAL: Whatever possessed the caretaker government to promulgate an ordinance seeking to “neutralise the ... Published 15 Feb, 2024 05:39am