Women’s camp for preparations of Asia Cup starts LAHORE: A four-day training camp of the Pakistan women’s cricket team for next month’s ‘ACC Women’s T20 Asia... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
DC Hyderabad expresses concern over increasing drug trade HYDERABAD: Deputy Commissioner Hyderabad, Zainul Abidin Memon, has expressed concern over the increasing illegal ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Court adjourns IK, wife’s bail pleas till July 16 ISLAMABAD: A local court on Wednesday adjourned the hearing of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
CDA chief meets Baku envoy ISLAMABAD: Capital Development Authority (CDA) Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa met with a delegation from Baku,... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
KP working on 49 agri sector uplift projects: CM PESHAWAR: KP Chief Minister Sardar Ali Amin Gandapur has said that the provincial government is working on 49... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Vawda tenders apology for ‘purportedly’ ridiculing judiciary ISLAMABAD: Senator Faisal Vawda tendered an unconditional apology for his press conference, wherein, he purportedly... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
UAF holds walk to mark ‘Olympics Day’ FAISALABAD: The University of Agriculture Faisalabad observed Olympics Day. The event was arranged by the ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Karachi uplift projects: Opposition accuses Sindh govt of ‘discrimination’ KARACHI: The opposition blamed the PPP government for its discrimination against Karachi while treasury said that ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Meeting assesses steps to address heat wave issue KARACHI: Sindh Chief Secretary Syed Asif Hyder Shah has emphasised creating a robust and responsive infrastructure ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Hospital pharmacies: DRAP finalises guidelines on standards ISLAMABAD: The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) has finalized guidelines on standards for establishment... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
AVSEC assessment of IIAP in progress KARACHI: The assessment of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of the United Arab Emirates is currently ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Int’l Day Against Drug Abuse: Experts for implementing steps to effectively deal with challenge of drug addiction ISLAMABAD: Health experts Wednesday urged the government to address issue of cigarette smoking and implement robust... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
‘Sindh govt taking steps to curtail incidence of HIV’ KARACHI: Government of Sindh is actively implementing extensive measures to curtail the incidence of HIV in the... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Punjab govt to build 100,000 houses: minister LAHORE: The Punjab government would build 100,000 houses in all the districts of Punjab and the Punjab Chief ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Section 144 imposed on Khushab LAHORE: In order to protect the ecosystem, the Punjab government has imposed section 144 in the revenue limits of... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Cleaning of rivers, canals across Punjab ordered LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed the authorities concerned to ensure the cleaning of... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
WikiLeaks founder Assange returns home a free man CANBERRA: WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange returned home to Australia to start life as a free man Wednesday after... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
China denies claims by US ambassador that Beijing hinders relations BEIJING: China on Wednesday hit back at remarks by the US ambassador to the country that Beijing was making it... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
South Asia Sri Lanka seals partial debt deal after financial crash COLOMBO: Cash-strapped Sri Lanka said Wednesday it had clinched a restructuring deal with a majority of bilateral... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Middle East Israeli forces pound north and south Gaza, battle Hamas in Rafah CAIRO: Israeli forces pounded several areas across Gaza on Wednesday, and residents reported fierce fighting... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Erdogan accuses West of backing Israeli ‘plans to spread war’ ISTANBUL: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday accused Western powers of backing what he said were... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
South Asia Foxconn hiring: Modi’s govt urges Indian state to look into Reuters report BENGALURU: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government on Wednesday said it has asked the Tamil Nadu state to... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Middle East Iran’s Rouhani backs sole reformist running for president TEHRAN: Iran’s former president Hassan Rouhani on Wednesday threw his weight behind reformist candidate Masoud... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
AI takes centre stage as MWC Shanghai kicks off SHANGHAI, (China): The Mobile World Conference (MWC) 2024 kicked off, with Huawei is attending under the banner of... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Senate body stresses need for merit-based appointments ISLAMABAD: The inaugural meeting of the Senate Standing on Maritime Affairs, Wednesday, while stressing the need for... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
May 9 incident, Feb 8 elections: PTI urges CJP to fix pending pleas for hearing ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Wednesday called upon Chief Justice of Pakistan to fix the long-pending... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Loss-making entities: NHA, power sector top the list ISLAMABAD: The National Highway Authority (NHA) and the power sector have topped the list of 23 loss-making entities... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 11:01am
Population, housing census: ECC likely to approve Rs7.98bn ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordinating Committee (ECC) of the cabinet is likely to approve Rs7.987 billion for the 7th... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Germany to tighten rules on deporting foreigners who glorify terror acts FRANKFURT, (Germany): The German government on Wednesday agreed measures making it easier to deport foreigners who... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
South Asia Indian interference claims by Canada politically motivated: envoy OTTAWA: India has said a report by Canadian legislators alleging interference by New Delhi is politically motivated... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Wednesday (June 26, 2024) and the forecast for Thursday (June 27, 2024)... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Rates Stocks snap losing streak KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Wednesday witnessed a bullish trend and closed on positive note with healthy... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
US vows support to Operation Azm-e-Istehkam WASHINGTON: The United States State Department announced its support for Pakistan’s new counterterrorism ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
FO terms US Congress’ resolution ‘unconstructive’ ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Affairs Ministry states US House of Representatives’ Resolution 901 on the political... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
US Congress seeks probe into electoral fraud claims WASHINGTON: The United States House of Representatives on Wednesday overwhelmingly voted in favour of an impartial... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
PTI links release of prisoners to start of talks ISLAMABAD: The opposition leader in the National Assembly Omar Ayub on Wednesday said it point blank: talks with the... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
UHS Rs2,428m budget approved LAHORE: The 57th meeting of the Board of Governors of the University of Health Sciences (UHS), which held here on... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Rubina meets Bill Gates ISLAMABAD: Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Rubina Khalid met with Bill Gates, co-chair of the... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Kaira meets Governor: Political stability must for economic boost: Governor LAHORE: Senior leader of Pakistan People’s Party, Qamar Zaman Kaira, met Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Khan... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
18 Khidmat Centers: Police providing 14 digital services to citizens LAHORE: The Lahore Police is providing 14 digital services to citizens through 18 Khidmat Centers. According to data... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Reconstituting BoD of PSM: Ministry seeks cabinet body’s approval ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Industries and Production has sought the approval of the Cabinet Committee on State-Owned... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Passport control list: Ministry directed to remove SIC MPA name LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Wednesday directed interior ministry to remove the name of the Sunni Ittehad ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
LHC unveils comprehensive package of public service delivery LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Wednesday unveiled a comprehensive package of public service delivery. The Acting... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
LDA seals 20 properties for non-payment of fees LAHORE: The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) has sealed 20 properties in Allama Iqbal Town over non-payment of... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
KMU Senate approves Rs3.8bn surplus budget for 2024-25 PESHAWAR: The Khyber Medical University (KMU) Senate has approved Rs3.8 billion a surplus budget for the financial... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Hike in electricity bills and inflation: JI CEC will decide future line of action: Hafiz Naeem ISLAMABAD: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan Chief Hafiz Naeemur Rahman has said that the party leadership will decide... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
IHC orders removal of Zartaj Gul name from PCL ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), Wednesday, ordered to remove the name of Zartaj Gul leader of Pakistan... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Partly Facetious: ‘The First Daughter syndrome’ “So who do you think? Biden versus Trump?” “Why is the US political map getting to be like Pakistan’s?”... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Energy Gazprom signs memo with Iran on Russian gas supplies MOSCOW: Russian energy giant Gazprom has signed a memorandum with the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) to supply... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Wider, uglier war inevitable? My heart goes out to my Lebanese friends and their families as they get in line to become cannon fodder for the next... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 07:12am
Lessons from Gaza A lesson is where there is a learning over a structured period of time; and learning a lesson is to understand... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 07:18am
Letters Pakistan needs to implement comprehensive contingency plan This is apropos a letter to the Editor by this writer carried by the newspaper recently. I would like to add to my... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Must we deny the right to education to millions of children in Sindh? Young Kamli, rather slight for her 8 years, comes forward to greet me with a broad smile. She has begun attending ... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 07:22am
Stocks Wall St struggles for direction as investors evaluate tech trade NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes were flat to higher in choppy trading on Wednesday, with technology stocks... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Stocks European shares gain LONDON: European stock markets were higher on Wednesday as the market braced for a French election and a key US... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Stocks China stocks track regional markets lower on US rate concerns SHANGHAI: China stocks tracked regional markets lower on Wednesday, while the yuan also weakened to a fresh... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Stocks Japan’s Nikkei rallies on fresh tech momentum TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average climbed more than 1% to secure a 2-1/2 month closing peak on Wednesday, as... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Rates Activities at Karachi Port Trust and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 147,685 tonnes of cargo comprising 105,861 tonnes of import cargo and 41,824... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Energy Oil falls after jump in US inventories NEW YORK: Oil prices fell slightly on Wednesday after US crude stocks posted their third unexpected weekly rise in... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Cotton & Textile Spot rate gains Rs500 per maund LAHORE: The Spot Rate Committee of the Karachi Cotton Association on Wednesday increased the spot rate by Rs 500 per... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Tuesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
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 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Wednesday (June 26, 2024). ========================== KIBOR... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Wednesday (June 26, 2024). ======================== Open Bid ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Wednesday (June 26, 2024).... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Wednesday (June 26, 2024).... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Wednesday (June 26, 2024)... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Wednesday (June 26, 2024). ======================================= Offset... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Wednesday (June 26, 2024). ==================================== BR... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
117 demands of grants approved by lower house Opposition members severely criticise government on the failure of various ministries and its departments Updated 27 Jun, 2024 11:31am
FBR to impose sales tax on stationery items ISLAMABAD: Despite announcement of withdrawal of sales tax on stationery items, the amended Finance Bill 2024 would... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 11:32am
Retired govt employees’ pensions: Notification likely to be issued very soon ISLAMABAD: The government is all set to issue a new notification of pensions of retired government employees to be... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 11:33am
FBR to create 25 posts of ‘commissioner refund’ ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has decided to create 25 posts of ‘Commissioner Refund’ in the field... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 08:52am
Failure to tax world’s richest means global tax needed PARIS: The failure of rich countries to tax the world’s billionaires has made it necessary to introduce a global... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 08:50am
Chinese industries’ transfer to Pakistan: PM allows JV project ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has given approval to the joint venture project between Chinese and... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 09:24am
PM again invites opposition for talks ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif once again invited the opposition to sit with the government to sort out... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 08:53am
Rs82bn TFCs issue: OGDCL sets stringent conditions for proposed rollover ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has set stringent conditions on proposed rollover of... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 09:23am
Qamar elected chairman of NA finance panel ISLAMABAD: Syed Naveed Qamar of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has been elected as chairman of the National Assembly’s... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 09:21am
KE’s rights acquisition: SECP says its ‘suspicions’ not eased yet ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has said its suspicions have not been addressed... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 08:48am
Companies KE demands Sindh govt make Rs10.5bn payment KARACHI: K-Electric’s spokesperson has issued a statement urging the Sindh government to pay its outstanding... Updated 27 Jun, 2024 12:31pm
‘Continuity of policies only way out of economic problems’ ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development, Reforms and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has said that... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Cotton & Textile Faisalabad Yarn and Fiber Prices FAISALABAD: Yarn Market Rates on Wednesday (June 26, 2024) =========================== 6/S-7/S (COTTON)... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Public-facing apps: Pak cos warned of associated cybersecurity dangers ISLAMABAD: A global cybersecurity firm has warned Pakistani companies about the cybersecurity dangers associated ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Punjab Assembly passes Rs5,446bn budget, including Rs842bn ADP LAHORE: The Punjab Assembly on Wednesday passed budget for financial year 2024-25 with a total outlay of Rs 5,446... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Industry Bananas & dates at Khairpur: TDAP Sukkur organises consultative session KHAIRPUR: Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) Sukkur organized a consultative session on Banana and Dates... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Taxes 25-30pc sales tax on essential healthcare products assailed ISLAMABAD: The Healthcare Devices Association of Pakistan (HDAP) expresses profound concern and frustration on ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Enhancing exports a must for sustainable growth: Senate chief ISLAMABAD: Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani has said that for country’s sustainable and inclusive growth ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Industry ‘FPCCI, Senate budget proposals deserve serious consideration’ KARACHI: Chairman of FPCCI Policy Advisory Board and National Business Group Pakistan, Mian Zahid Hussain on... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Industry PPA, Veterinary Pharmaceutical body, traders visit LCCI LAHORE: Delegations from the Veterinary Pharmaceutical Association, farmers, pharmaceutical stakeholders, traders,... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Taxes Defined benefit plans: Income tax dept disallows actuarial loss to cellular company LAHORE: The income tax department has disallowed actuarial loss to a cellular company on its defined benefit plans,... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
IMF has role in budget: nothing but the truth EDITORIAL: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated on the floor of the House after the wind-up speech of the Federal... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Relentless aggression EDITORIAL: Israel’s unspeakable atrocities in Gaza are taking a huge toll on children. According to the ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Commodities Gold prices fall, silver’s unmoved KARACHI: Gold prices on Wednesday further decline on the local market but silver was unmoved, traders said. The... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Money & Banking Yen tumbles to 38-year low vs dollar NEW YORK: The yen dropped to its lowest against the US dollar since late 1986 on Wednesday, amid a wide interest ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Money & Banking Asian currencies: Aussie supported after inflation spike SINGAPORE: The Australian dollar rallied on a surprise jump in inflation on Wednesday, while the US dollar kept... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil futures up on output concerns BEIJING: Malaysian palm oil futures ended higher on Wednesday on forecasts of lower production in the world’s... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Commodities Copper falls under pressure from China demand concerns LONDON: Copper prices fell for the fourth consecutive session on Wednesday under pressure from concerns about ... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Tuesday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS and indices was recorded at PKR 22.017 billion... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am
Money & Banking Islamic banking: Mashreq allowed to commence operations KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has granted, In-Principal Approval (IPA), to Mashreq Pakistan to commence... Published 27 Jun, 2024 06:52am