Misleading ads case: India’s top yoga guru faces judges’ ire NEW DELHI: India’s top court on Tuesday warned the nation’s most popular yoga guru and his company of stern ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Israel airstrike kills seven working for celebrity chef’s NGO GAZA: Citizens from Australia, Britain and Poland were among seven people working for celebrity chef Jose Andres’... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Cricketers undergoing rigorous training at PMA LAHORE: As many as 29 cricketers who were called for training camp are undergoing rigorous physical training at the... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
PBF felicitates Bushra Butt LAHORE: Khawaja Mehboob ur Rehman, President Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) has congratulated Bushra Anjum Butt an... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Cleanliness drive: Maryam seeks people’s cooperation LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, while chairing a special meeting on the development of Lahore,... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Senate polls: Ishaq Dar, Mehmoodul Hassan win from Islamabad ISLAMABAD: Unlike March 2021, the Senate elections, this time around, did not spring any surprise on the federal... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: You don’t give up on your children “I find it absolutely baffling that in the event that a key slot becomes vacant there is hectic lobbying for the... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Senate polls in Sindh: PPP grabs 10 out of 12 seats KARACHI: The ruling PPP on Tuesday secured a landslide victory in the Senate polls 2024 held in Sindh, amid the... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Omar Ayub notified as leader of opposition in NA ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Omar Ayub has been notified as the Leader of the Opposition in the... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Six judges’ letter: Aitzaz, LHCBA urge apex court to hear the matter itself ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court (SC) has been urged to establish a three-member commission comprising SC sitting judges... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
‘Whoever stole CCTV footage is behind the May 9 events’: IK ISLAMABAD: The jailed founding chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan on Tuesday said that “whoever... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
NA Speaker condemns attack on Chinese nationals ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq has expressed deep sorrow and grief over the death of Chinese... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Tuesday (April 02, 2024) and the forecast for Wednesday (April 03, 2024)... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
IK again assails CEC ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan on Tuesday alleged that the chief election... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Elections in KP postponed PESHAWAR: The provincial election commissioner has postponed the Senate elections in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP)... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Eight IHC judges receive ‘anthrax-laced’ letters? ISLAMABAD: In a bizarre turn of events, eight judges of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) including Chief Justice Aamer... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Police detain 12 over bombing of Chinese workers PESHAWAR: Police detained more than 12 people, including Afghan nationals, in connection with a suicide bombing that... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
IK, others acquitted in Islamabad rally case ISLAMABAD: A local court, on Tuesday, acquitted Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan and ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
BECS marks World Autism Awareness Day ISLAMABAD: The Directorate General of Basic Education Community Schools (BECS) celebrated World Autism Awareness Day... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Aurangzeb, Musadik Malik elected as technocrats LAHORE: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Energy Minister Dr Musadik Malik were elected as technocrats from ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
APNS appoints Syed Haroon Shah as Chairman KP provincial committee for 2024-25 KARACHI: The President, Nazafreen Saigol Lakhani and the Secretary General, Sarmad Ali of the All Pakistan ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
‘PML-N ready to work with opposition in country's larger interest’ LAHORE: Terming political stability vital for the country’s progress and development, Minister for Petroleum Dr... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
‘CM Punjab not buying new helicopter’ LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is not going to buy a helicopter but an air ambulance, provincial ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Task force to check electricity theft in Punjab LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to set up a task force to tackle electricity theft at district level in ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Raid in Nawabshah: SSGC team disconnects 4 direct illegal gas supplying clamps KARACHI: SSGC Customer Relation Department anti-gas theft team undertook a raid in Bhangwar Colony in Nawabshah.... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Transfer of used vehicle: Sindh govt ends physical fitness checks KARACHI: The Sindh government has announced the cessation of physical fitness checks for the transfer of used... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Punjab to establish wildlife rescue force: Marriyum LAHORE A suite of directives spearheaded by Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb, to safeguard and conserve... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Pre arrest bail granted to PTI leader LAHORE: An Anti Terrorism Court on Tuesday granted pre-arrest bail to a PTI leader Jawad Khalid Gujjar in the Corps... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
PFA busts group for producing spurious drinks LAHORE: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) on Tuesday busted a group involved in producing spurious carbonate drinks of... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
National Highways, Motorway Police, Customs sign MoU ISLAMABAD: The National Highways and Motorway Police and Pakistan Customs signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU)... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
LHC reserves decision on maintainability of Raja’s plea LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Tuesday reserved its decision on the maintainability of a petition of PTI back... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
KP CM to protest postponement of Senate elections in KP PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur announced to protest against the Election... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Iranian envoy pays courtesy call on PM ISLAMABAD: Reza Amiri Moghadam, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Release of machine by customs: IHC upholds President’s and FTO’s decision ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court has upheld the President’s and Federal Tax Ombudsman’s decision directing... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Directives issued to increase inflow of water from Sukkur Barrage HYDERABAD: Commissioner Hyderabad Division Ahsan Ali Qureshi has said that directives have been issued to irrigation... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
CTD registers terrorism case ISLAMABAD: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of capital police on Tuesday registered a terrorism case in... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Capital Hospital being elevated by CDA ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has embarked on a transformative journey to elevate the Capital... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Law and order situation: Murad for implementing strict measures KARACHI: The Chief Minister of Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah has stated that his government is implementing strict... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
PTI assails ECP for postponement of Senate polls in KP ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) denounced the postponement of Senate elections in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa on... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Behind the glitter It thrills but kills. They are people you love to hate but hate to leave. It is a fairy tale. It is a tragedy. It is... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Letters Israel’s growing belligerence: Iran must walk the talk Islamic Republic of Iran has strongly reacted to a deadly air strike that Israel carried out in his country’s... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Criticality of regional economic cooperation-II However, it is now necessary to revisit the case and every sensible person will agree that two neighbours cannot... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Rates PSX up in cautious trade KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Tuesday witnessed a mixed trend as investors remained cautious and avoided ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Stocks PSX holiday KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) Limited will remain closed on Friday, (April 05), on account of ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Energy Distillate futures see big outflow of speculative money LONDON: Portfolio investors have continued to realise profits on formerly bullish diesel positions and begun to turn... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Energy US natrural gas prices fall NEW YORK: US natural gas futures fell about 2% on Tuesday on forecasts for lower demand this week than previously... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port Trust and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 192,877 tonnes of cargo comprising 148,125 tonnes of import cargo and 44,752... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Tuesday, (April 02, 2024)... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Cotton & Textile Official spot rate remains unchanged LAHORE: The local marker on Tuesday remained dull. Trading volume remained low. Cotton Analyst Naseem Usman told... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Stocks Wall Street retreats as higher yields, Tesla dampen sentiment NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes dropped on Tuesday, dragged down by rising Treasury yields and Tesla, as... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Stocks European stocks dragged down by healthcare PARIS: European stocks made a downbeat start to the second quarter, pressured by healthcare shares, while investors... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Stocks China stocks end lower as sentiment remains subdued SHANGHAI: Chinese stocks ended slightly lower on Tuesday, as sentiment remained muted between optimism over improved... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Stocks Japan’s Nikkei ekes out gains as profit-taking TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average closed higher on Tuesday, briefly scaling 40,000 points before profit-taking... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
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 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Tuesday (April 02, 2024). ======================== Open Bid Rs... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Tuesday (April 02, 2024).... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Tuesday (April 02, 2024).... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Tuesday (April 02, 2024)... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Tuesday (April 02, 2024). ======================================= Offset... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Tuesday (April 02, 2024). ==================================== BR... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
World Bank identifies hurdles to foreign investment Says inflation is expected to remain high Updated 03 Apr, 2024 09:54am
PM seeks plan to boost exports ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the MoC to prepare an action plan to double domestic exports... Updated 03 Apr, 2024 08:51am
No reduction in poverty in sight: World Bank projects 1.8pc growth ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has projected Pakistan’s GDP growth at 1.8 percent against the budgetary estimates of 3.5... Updated 03 Apr, 2024 09:46am
World Bank says PSWF creates ‘challenges’ ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has said that the formation of the Pakistan Sovereign Wealth Fund, valued at about $8... Updated 03 Apr, 2024 09:21am
PM directs completion of two hydropower projects ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed that work on two hydropower projects in Attaabad and... Updated 03 Apr, 2024 09:48am
Promoting foreign investment top priority: PM ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stated that the promotion of foreign investment is government’s first... Updated 03 Apr, 2024 09:47am
T-bills witness highest USD inflows after 4 years KARACHI: Finally, with high local interest rates and stable Pak rupee, smart foreign investors are investing in... Updated 03 Apr, 2024 09:21am
PSMA seeks permission to export ‘expensively produced’ sugar ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) has approached the Commerce Ministry to seek permission for... Updated 03 Apr, 2024 08:50am
19 Senate seats: ruling coalition sweeps polls KARACHI: The ruling coalition on Tuesday swept the elections held on 19 Senate seats while polls were postponed in... Updated 03 Apr, 2024 09:56am
EOIs sought for PIACL divestment ISLAMABAD: The Privatisation Commission on Tuesday invited expressions of interest (EOIs) for divestment of Pakistan... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
MTL barred from selling tractors to any third party ISLAMABAD: The Chief Justice of Sindh High Court (SHC) has stopped a leading tractor manufacturer from selling 954... Updated 03 Apr, 2024 09:47am
New energy vehicles: BYD announces partnership with Mega Conglomerate ISLAMABAD: The world’s leading new energy vehicle manufacturer BYD (Build Your Dreams), China, has announced a... Updated 03 Apr, 2024 08:51am
Kharif season: IRSA panel projects acute water shortage ISLAMABAD: The Indus River System Authority (IRSA) advisory committee has projected 30 percent water shortage for... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Incorporating exchange rate: Govt approves price adjustment for PSO ISLAMABAD: The federal government has approved adjustments in petroleum prices, allowing Pakistan State Oil (PSO) to... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Urgent action stressed to stabilise economy ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) has stressed the need for urgent action to... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Cotton & Textile Moot on ‘Cotton Campaign 2024’ held in Punjab Assembly LAHORE: A meeting on the Cotton Campaign 2024 took place in the Punjab Assembly which was chaired by Provincial... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Taxes Health activists for increasing taxes on cigarettes ISLAMABAD: Health activists on Tuesday emphasised the critical need for the government to prioritize health and... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
ADB team meets Secy: Full cooperation assured from Japan towards Punjab's agri advancement LAHORE: Emphasizing the significance of sustainable agriculture, Senior Resource Specialist Noriko Sato has assured... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
March sales of petroleum products jump 4pc YoY KARACHI: The total sales of petroleum products in the country increased by 4 percent on year-on-year basis to 1.15... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
March cement despatches soar 3.85pc to 3.941 million tonnes YoY LAHORE: Cement despatches increased by 3.85% in March 2024 as monthly figures released by the industry shows that... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Commodities EU wheat slips with Chicago, rapeseed rallies PARIS: Euronext wheat eased on Tuesday in step with Chicago as market participants focused on favourable crop ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Monday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR 29.372... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Commodities US corn futures down on outlook seen boosting spring planting CHICAGO: US corn futures dropped on Tuesday on forecasts for good spring planting weather, which eased concerns ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil futures gain on short-coverings JAKARTA: Malaysian palm oil futures rose for the third consecutive session on Tuesday, helped by short coverings and... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures rise SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures edged up slightly on Tuesday amid stronger oil prices and a weaker yen, even as... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Commodities Copper lifted by supply concerns BEIJING: Copper prices ticked higher on Tuesday, lifted by concerns of tighter raw material supply and a production... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Commodities Dalian iron ore higher HANOI: Dalian iron ore futures rose on Tuesday after a five-session slide, as Chinese buyers ramped up purchases... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Money & Banking Indian rupee ends flat MUMBAI: The Indian rupee ended little changed on Tuesday after hovering in a tight band through the session as ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Money & Banking Asian currencies: S Korea won, Taiwan dollar hit multi-month lows BENGALURU: Stocks in Taiwan surged to a record high amid higher inflows into Asian equities on Tuesday, while most... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Safeguarding judicial independence EDITORIAL: The discontent expressed by a group of 300 lawyers from across the country regarding the way the matter ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Lull at the Finance Division EDITORIAL: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is at present the most visibly active department operating under the... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Expert throws light on recent inflation trends LAHORE: Pakistan has witnessed a gradual decline in inflation for the third consecutive month, marking its lowest... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Money & Banking Number of credit card users drops due to high interest rates, emergence of alternate products KARACHI: The number of credit card users is on decline in the country due to the higher interest rate and emergence... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Industry South West Asia: Pakistan to soon emerge as major player: Korean envoy FAISALABAD: Serious efforts would be made to enhance direct trade relations between Faisalabad and Korea, said ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Industry KATI lauds Aurangzeb decision of three-year economic policy KARACHI: President of the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI), Johar Qandhari has lauded Federal ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Money & Banking Islamic banking: BML Chairman apprises shareholders KARACHI: Bank Makramah Limited (BML) held its 18th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the shareholders, headed by... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Money & Banking US dollar lower NEW YORK: The US dollar was down on Tuesday after earlier hitting its highest in almost five months, following a new... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Industry Minister, UAE envoy discuss strategies to enhance trade ISLAMABAD: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ambassador to Pakistan, Hamad Obaid Al Zaabi, on Tuesday, met with ... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am
Industry PSMA urges govt to create ‘permanent’ window of sugar export LAHORE: The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (Punjab Zone) has urged the government to create a permanent window of... Published 03 Apr, 2024 05:29am