Development for poorest nations: WB sounds alarm on ‘historical reversal’ WASHINGTON: Half of the world’s 75 poorest countries are experiencing a widening income gap with the wealthiest... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Israel, Iran trade accusations at Security Council meeting UNITED NATIONS: Israel and Iran accused one another Sunday at the United Nations of being the main threat to peace ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Bishop and priest wounded in stabbing in Sydney church SYDNEY: At least four people including a bishop were wounded in a knife attack during a service at a church in a... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Investment from UK ‘AI, HealthTech, FinTech sectors have great potential’ ISLAMABAD: The Artificial Intelligence (AI), HealthTech, and FinTech sectors have great potential in shaping... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
QS World University Ranking 2024: UAF declared 56th best varsity globally, 10th best in Asia FAISALABAD: QS World University Ranking 2024 has declared the University of Agriculture Faisalabad as the 56th best... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Minister urges private sector to explore new opportunities KARACHI: Federal Minister for Privatization, Board of Investment and Communications Abdul Aleem Khan has said that... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Europe Laggard EU seeks growth fixes to compete in global shift to new technologies BRUSSELS: The European Union risks being left behind by the United States, China and other rivals in the global ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Allies urge Israel to show restraint after Iranian attack JERUSALEM: Israel faced growing pressure from allies on Monday to show restraint and avoid an escalation of conflict... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Middle East Kuwait taps ex-oil minister to form latest govt KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait’s emir on Monday tasked a former oil minister with forming a new government, state media... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Energy China’s CNOOC stockpiles Russian oil at new reserve base SINGAPORE: State-run China National Offshore Oil Co, one of the country’s top importers of Russian oil, has in... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Europe Prince Harry loses bid to appeal UK security ruling LONDON: Prince Harry will not be allowed to appeal the downgrading of his personal security when he visits Britain, ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
USA Trump faces criminal trial, a historic first for a former president NEW YORK: Donald Trump became the first former US president to stand criminal trial on Monday when he appeared in a... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Europe Sudan crisis ‘almost catastrophic’: WFP chief PARIS: The humanitarian crisis in Sudan is “almost catastrophic”, the head of the UN food agency said Monday,... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Europe Russia restoring oil refining capacity knocked out by drones MOSCOW: Russia has been able to swiftly repair some of key oil refineries hit by Ukrainian drones, reducing capacity... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Death anniversary of SU’s founder VC observed HYDERABAD: Sindh University Vice Chancellor Professor (Meritorious) Dr Muhammad Siddique Kalhoro has termed the... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Nikkah case: IK’s lawyer seeks contempt of court proceedings against complainant’s counsel ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan’s lawyer in the nikkah case against him and... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Fresh spell of rains likely to begin today: PMD ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted a fresh spell of rains in the country starting... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Electronic media: PBA thanks PM, Tarar for clearing dues KARACHI: A statement issued by PBA on Monday thanked the Prime Minister Mian Shahbaz Sharif, the Federal Information... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Total number of registered voters surges to 130.136m ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Monday declared that the total number of registered voters ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Seized ship: Iran pledges to release Pakistanis ISLAMABAD: Iran has assured Pakistan that it would release Pakistanis onboard a commercial ship with links to Israel... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
PML-N challenges allotment of reserved minority seat to JUI-F in PHC PESHAWAR: Opposition political parties face off on reserved seats in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa as Pakistan Muslim... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Bushra seeks to undergo medical exam at any private hospital of her choice ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi, on Monday, approached the... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
ME crisis: govt urged to act prudently KARACHI: Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, President Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Consultant companies: Minister unhappy over performance KARACHI: Provincial Minister for Development and Planning Sindh Syed Nasir Hussain has said that all development... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Govt will not tolerate sale of overpriced roti: minister LAHORE: To ensure the availability of affordable roti in Punjab, Food Minister Bilal Yasin had a busy day on Monday... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
‘Tandoors’ violating govt orders face crackdown LAHORE: The Lahore district administration on Monday initiated a crackdown on ‘Tandoors’ (baking outlets) ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Sindh govt demands federal govt increase cotton support price up to Rs 11,000/maund KARACHI: The Sindh government on Monday demanded of the federal government to increase the support price for cotton... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
NUST stands out in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024 ISLAMABAD: Building upon its global standing as a quality higher education institution, the National University of... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Sindh notifies removal of ban on teachers’ recruitment KARACHI: The education department of Sindh on Monday notified the removal of ban on recruitment of teachers in the... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Federal capital: PTI challenges results of three constituencies ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Monday challenged alleged rigging in three constituencies of the... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Justice Ishtiaq takes oath as acting PHC CJ PESHAWAR: Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim on Monday took oath as Acting Chief Justice of Peshawar High Court during a formal... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Extension of CJP’s tenure: Govt will table bill in NA, claims PTI ISLAMABAD: In a startling “revelation”, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) claimed on Monday that efforts are afoot... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Aseefa launches her political career after taking oath as MNA ISLAMABAD: Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari, the youngest daughter of slain ex-prime minister Benazir Bhutto formally launched... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
By-elections on 21st: ECP grants magisterial powers to DROs, ROs ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), on Monday, bestowed upon returning officers (ROs) and ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Rain-related incidents in KP: Eight killed, 10 injured, 85 houses damaged: PDMA PESHAWAR: As many as eight people were killed and 10 were injured while 85 houses have been damaged in rain-related... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
SC’s observation: B.Tech (Hons) degree holders may be treated on par with BE/BSc Eng degree holders ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court has noted that B.Tech (Hons) degree holders may be treated at par with BE/BSc Eng ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
PIMS now has evening OPD to deal with challenge of growing number of patients effectively ISLAMABAD: The Prime Minister’s Coordinator on Health Services and Regulations, Dr Malik Mukhtar Ahmed, Monday,... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Govt to expand People’s Bus Service network to Mirpurkhas HYDERABAD: In a meeting chaired by Senior Provincial Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, it was decided to start the... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Maryam seeks comprehensive development plan for Murree LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has sought a comprehensive plan for the development of Murree.... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Asia Rebels raise flag at seized Myanmar base MYAWADDY (Myanmar): Myanmar resistance fighters on Monday burned the flag used by the military government and raised... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Africa Donors hope to raise more than $1bn for Sudan PARIS/CAIRO: Donors will hopefully pledge “well over a billion euros,” ($1.07 billion) for war-torn Sudan at a... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Monday (April 15, 2024) and the forecast for Tuesday (April 16, 2024)... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Rates Blue chips lead rally KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Monday witnessed a volatile session and after moving in both directions, closed... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Saudi FM arrives amid growing ME tensions ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are not expected to sign any memorandums of understanding (MoUs) at this stage... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Appellate tribunal’s judgment: SHC dismisses reference plea filed by DGI&I KARACHI: The Sindh High Court has dismissed a reference application filed by the Directorate General, Intelligence... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Discos: massive overbilling detected LAHORE: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said on Monday the government is taking concrete steps to curb power theft ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Heavy rainfall in Islamabad: Water accumulation issues addressed ISLAMABAD: Under the directive of the chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), collaborative efforts ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
24th edition of ITCN Asia begins from 18th LAHORE: The 24th edition of ITCN Asia, Pakistan's largest IT and telecom expo and conference, will be held between... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Lahore Police’s crackdown: 6,551 POs, 10,409 court absconders & 2,276 habitual offenders held LAHORE: Lahore Police have arrested 6,551 proclaimed offenders (POs) involved in various criminal activities,... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
PFA imposes Rs190,000 fine on five breakfast points LAHORE: The food safety teams of the Punjab Food Authority (PFA) inspected breakfast points and chicken-carrier... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Overcharging by transporters: NHMP returns over Rs3.9m to passengers during Eid ISLAMABAD: The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) took stern action against the complaints of overcharging... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Minister directs completion of Sahiwal Institute of Cardiology by 30th LAHORE: Provincial Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique, while chairing a meeting here Monday, directed that the... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Senator Ejaz’s plea: LHC summons fresh report within a week LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Monday expressed dissatisfaction with the reply of the Punjab government to the... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Fawad Chaudhry’s plea: LHC asks IGP Punjab to submit his reply LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Monday asked the Punjab Inspector General of Police (IGP) to submit his reply to a... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Illegal constructions demolished by LDA LAHORE: In an operation against illegal constructions, the Lahore Development Authority (LDA) demolished six illegal... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Iran-Israel Russian Roulette The expected has happened. After Israel’s strike on the Iranian consulate in Damascus on April 1, 2024 killed seven... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
The education crisis The Prime Minister has rightly lamented recently on the lack of access to education of children generally and... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Letters Pakistan’s commitment to Saudi security is ‘iron clad’ A Saudi delegation, led by foreign minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan al-Saud, has arrived in Pakistan amid growing... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Transforming ailing SOEs Pakistan’s State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) can play an important role in its economic progress, as these were... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Deemed income tax on ownership of vacant plot of land incorrect—IV For the sake of clarity we reproduce the gist of the Order passed by the Sindh High Court as under. This fundamental... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Stocks Dow outshines peers on earnings boost NEW YORK: The Dow outpaced Wall Street peers on Monday, boosted by robust gains in Goldman Sachs, while rising... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Stocks Europe’s STOXX 600 flat as energy counters strength in industrials PARIS: Europe’s benchmark stock index closed on a subdued note on Monday, as energy shares dropped on weak oil... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Stocks China stocks rise after new capital market guidelines SHANGHAI: China stocks had a good start to the week, with major indexes closing higher on Monday as investors... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Stocks Tokyo shares close lower on Middle East tensions TOKYO: Tokyo stocks closed lower Monday after Iran’s unprecedented missile and drone strikes on Israel raised ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port Trust and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 315,114 of cargo comprising 257,368 tonnes of import cargo and 57,746 tonnes... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Partly Facetious: Looking at the West for the high moral ground “I was so very disappointed!” “In what? That the bright, highly educated Shahid Khaqan Abbasi (SKA) is ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Friday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Monday (April 15, 2024). ========================== KIBOR... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Monday (April 15, 2024).... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Monday (April 15, 2024).... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Monday (April 15, 2024)... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Monday (April 15, 2024). ======================================= Offset... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Monday (April 15, 2024). ==================================== BR... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Aurangzeb, USPBC team discuss investment WASHINGTON DC: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb met with a delegation from the US... Updated 16 Apr, 2024 08:43am
KE’s TDS arrears: MoF asks PD to provide year-wise details ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Finance has reportedly asked the Power Division to provide year-wise details of Tariff... Updated 16 Apr, 2024 08:43am
Solar energy projects: PM orders swift steps towards foreign investment ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the concerned authorities to speed up the steps regarding... Updated 16 Apr, 2024 09:12am
IDEAS-2024: MoC hesitant about extending 100pc subsidy ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Commerce (MoC) is reportedly hesitant about extending subsidy for IDEAS-2024 to be... Updated 16 Apr, 2024 08:44am
World Bank quantifies Pakistan’s financing needs ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has stated that Pakistan now faces financing needs surpassing 10 percent of Gross Domestic... Updated 16 Apr, 2024 11:07am
Infrastructure financing support: ADB wing rates TA as ‘successful, relevant’ ISLAMABAD: The Independent Evaluation Department (IED) of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has rated technical... Updated 16 Apr, 2024 09:13am
Global lender recommends tax policy reforms International Monetary Fund gives a set of recommendation Updated 16 Apr, 2024 09:15am
Energy Oil prices slip after Iran attack, US economic data NEW YORK: Oil prices slipped lower on Monday after Iran’s weekend attack on Israel proved to be less damaging than... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Energy Iran attack on Israel spurs banks to hike oil price forecasts LONDON: Iran’s weekend attack on Israel has increased geopolitical risks in the oil market for the near term,... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
‘Defunct’ SME Bank: ECC approves over Rs4.11bn to clear employees’ dues ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved over Rs 4.11 billion to settle... Updated 16 Apr, 2024 09:08am
NEECA convenes meeting: Plan to export green hydrogen to China, Japan will be discussed ISLAMABAD: The National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (NEECA) has convened a meeting to discuss... Updated 16 Apr, 2024 09:09am
Petroleum products: Foreign suppliers allowed to maintain inventories in bulk ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Monday allowed foreign suppliers of petroleum products to maintain... Updated 16 Apr, 2024 08:45am
Major crops at risk: Significant challenges may hit agri growth target ISLAMABAD: The country may face significant challenges in meeting the agriculture growth target of 3.5 percent set... Updated 16 Apr, 2024 09:09am
Commodities Gold prices rise KARACHI: Gold prices on Monday sprang back on the local market, following a slight rise in the world bullion value,... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Iran-Israel face-off: de-escalate now EDITORIAL: Tensions in the Middle East have ratcheted up exponentially following Iran’s retaliatory attack against... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
A yatra for financial support EDITORIAL: A Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb-led economic team has arrived in Washington DC to attend the annual... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Commodities Brazil’s 2023/24 soybean harvest hits 84pc SAO PAULO: Brazil’s soybean harvest for the 2023/24 cycle had reached 84% of the planted area as of Thursday,... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Energy US natural gas futures lower NEW YORK: US natural gas futures fell about 2% to a more than two-week low on Monday, weighed down by lower demand... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Commodities India forecasts above average monsoon rains in boost to crop output NEW DELHI/MUMBAI: India said on Monday it is likely to receive above average monsoon rainfall in 2024, in a ... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures fall SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures fell for a fourth straight session to a monthly low on Monday amid lower oil... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Friday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR 50.965... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Commodities Chicago wheat futures down CANBERRA: Chicago wheat futures fell on Monday as a strong dollar made US exports more expensive for buyers with... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil slips KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures fell on Monday to their lowest closing in over two weeks, weighed down by... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Commodities Aluminium hits 22-month high LONDON: Aluminium prices soared to 22-month highs on Monday and nickel to seven-month peaks after the US and Britain... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Monday, (April 15, 2024)... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Cotton & Textile Cotton market: Dullness persists amid post holiday session LAHORE: The local cotton market on Monday remained dull and the trading volume remained notably low. Cotton Analyst... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am
Commodities Iron ore climbs on lower shipments, hopes of China stimulus BEIJING: Iron ore futures prices extended their rise to hit the highest level in multiple weeks on Monday, bolstered... Published 16 Apr, 2024 03:38am