RMW launches ‘Dubai Parks and Resorts’ ISLAMABAD: Real Madrid World (RMW) has launched Dubai Parks and Resorts, offering over 40 unique football and... Published 08 Aug, 2024 08:07am
Perspectives aimed at developing agriculture sector presented LAHORE: Participants of the newly-formed “Agriculture Commission” met here on Wednesday with the Punjab Minister... Published 08 Aug, 2024 08:02am
Punjab govt, World Bank carry out exercise to promote tourism LAHORE: The Department of Human Rights and Minority Affairs (HR&MA), in collaboration with the World Bank,... Published 08 Aug, 2024 08:01am
Timelines set to expedite work: Murad, Najy discuss $3.4bn World Bank-assisted projects KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and the World Bank high-powered team led by its Country Director... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:58am
Skill training: BISP collaborates with Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis ISLAMABAD: The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:57am
Drug abuse in schools: All agencies will work jointly: Sharjeel KARACHI: All federal and provincial anti-narcotics agencies have decided to work together, share intelligence and... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:56am
Gas leak explosion rattles SHC building KARACHI: A powerful explosion rattled the Sindh High Court on Wednesday morning, causing significant damage to the... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:55am
Alhamra achieves milestone with int’l exhibition in Qatar LAHORE: The Lahore Arts Council, Alhamra, has again demonstrated its dedication to elevating Pakistani art globally,... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:54am
Asif Merchant matter: FO says it is in touch with US govt ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office said on Wednesday that it is in touch with the United States authorities and awaits ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:51am
AML laws: Business community not to be harassed: FIA official FAISALABAD: Business community would not be harassed under Anti Money Laundering (AML) laws as business-friendly ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:50am
CTD arrests alleged terrorist of Sindhu Desh Revolutionary Army KARACHI: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), in an operation in Nawabshah, arrested the man who was most wanted... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:49am
Dar, Malaysian FM discuss bilateral ties ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a meeting today with Minister of Foreign... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:45am
Free CM Wi-Fi service starts in Nankana Sahib LAHORE: On special direction of chief minister Punjab, “CM Maryam Nawaz Free Wi-Fi” service has been started in... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:42am
IK hints at reviewing Marwat’s expulsion: Gohar ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan on Wednesday hinted at reviewing beleaguered party... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:40am
Industry Insurance firm wins jurisdictional dispute against ombudsman LAHORE: An insurance company has secured a victory in jurisdictional dispute against the insurance ombudsman. In a... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:38am
Money & Banking Meezan Bank hosts Mastercard-led cybersecurity workshop KARACHI: Meezan Bank hosted first Mastercard-led cybersecurity workshop for advancement in cybersecurity ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:34am
ISSI chief highlights growing partnership between Pakistan, ASEAN ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad-based ambassadors from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) nations on... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:31am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Wednesday (August 07, 2024) and the forecast for Thursday (August 08, 2024)... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:31am
PTI moves SC against Elections (Second Amendment) law ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) prayed the Supreme Court to declare the Elections (Second Amendment)... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:28am
Minister says digital transformation a critical pillar for future ISLAMABAD: The digital transformation is a critical pillar for Pakistan’s future as it will enable to create jobs,... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:24am
MoD rejects IK’s allegations about ‘intervention in jail affairs’ ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Defence rejected Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s allegations of... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:22am
Agriculture and Allied PARC, KOPIA to produce aeroponic potato seeds ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research (MNFS&R) Rana Tanveer Hussain on Wednesday... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:21am
PTI independent members joined a non-existent party: Tarar ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National Heritage, and Culture Attaullah Tarar while... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:18am
Industry LCCI, Punjab Labour Dept organise awareness session on laws LAHORE: The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with the Punjab Labor Department, organized an... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:16am
PTI’s former MNA Aliya Hamza released LAHORE: PTI’s former MNA Aliya Hamza was released on Wednesday from district jail Gujranwala as the Lahore High... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:15am
17-member Pak squad for ICC World Test Championship announced LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)’s men’s national selection committee Wednesday announced a 17-member... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:13am
Chief of Naval Staff opens Golf Championship KARACHI: The Opening Ceremony and Media Brief of 28th Chief of the Naval Staff Open Golf Championship, scheduled ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:09am
Chinese investors to be provided all possible support: governor LAHORE: Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan said on Wednesday that the Chinese investors will be provided all... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:05am
Money & Banking MCB Bank posts highest-ever 1H PBT of Rs62.7bn KARACHI: The Board of Directors of MCB Bank Limited (MCB) in its meeting under the Chairmanship of Mian Mohammad... Published 08 Aug, 2024 07:00am
The challenge of IPPs—IV The second part of this story is the perceived cooperation from our Chinese brothers and friends. As per ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:40am
Pakistan seeks peaceful, swift return of normalcy ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Wednesday expressed solidarity with the people of Bangladesh and “sincerely” hoped a... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
South Asia Yunus heads home, govt to be sworn in today DHAKA: The Nobel Peace laureate tapped to lead an interim government in Bangladesh called for calm and boarded a... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Western ambassadors to skip Nagasaki memorial after Israel snub TOKYO: Ambassadors from Western countries including the United States will skip a ceremony marking the 79th... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Asia Thai court bans popular politician, dissolves reformist party BANGKOK: Thailand’s most popular politician was banned from politics for 10 years and his party dissolved on... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
WCLA to complete Rs90m restoration work on Koocha Hussain Shah LAHORE: The Walled City of Lahore Authority (WCLA) would complete the Rs 90 million restoration work on the ancient... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Three arrested over violating official rates LAHORE: In a crackdown against overpricing, the district administration has arrested three persons violating the... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Telecom services, consumer devices: Taxes are among highest in the world: GSMA ISLAMABAD: Taxes on telecom service providers, consumer devices and services in Pakistan are among the highest in ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Symposium on ‘Eco Art: Green Latif- Nature and Culture’ concludes HYDERABAD: 1st International Symposium titled "Eco Art: Green Latif - Nature and Culture" concluded at Shaheed Allah... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Senate panel asks unregistered universities to set up grievance desks ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Federal Education and Professional Training on Wednesday directed the... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Letters ‘Lesson learned from Bangladesh…’ This is apropos to my letter to the Editor carried by the newspaper yesterday. The Sheikh Hasina government’s... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Privatisation without deregulation: A recipe for disaster in energy sector As Pakistan grapples with economic instability and rising electricity prices, many voices call for the immediate... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Gods of finance and the ‘great unwind’ Nobody puts it all together quite like Bloomberg columnist John Authers, who described the recent financial market... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Middle East Israel army chief vows to eliminate new Hamas chief JERUSALEM: Israel’s army chief vowed to pursue and eliminate Yahya Sinwar on Wednesday after he was named leader ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Iran urges West to end support for Israel TEHRAN: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday called on the United States and other Western countries to... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Europe Thousands of riot police on standby as UK fears more riots LONDON: Thousands of riot police stood ready Wednesday as Britain remained on high alert for more violent far-right... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
South Asia Taliban suspends broadcast licenses of 14 media outlets in Afghanistan NEW YORK: The Afghan Telecom Regulatory Authority (ATRA) suspended 17 broadcast licenses for 14 media outlets on ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Nature or nurture “I have it on very good authority that Greedy for Portfolios Samdhi (GPS) has expressed extreme, but very extreme,... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Stocks Tech surge, BOJ’s dovish comments boost Wall Street NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes advanced on Wednesday, aided by gains in megacap stocks and a dovish turn by... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Stocks Europe’s STOXX 600 jumps 1pc on banks-led recovery PARIS: A strong comeback by banks on Wednesday helped Europe’s main stock index log its biggest one-day gain since... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Stocks China stocks edge up as data shows strong import growth SHANGHAI: China stocks edged up on Wednesday as the country’s trade data showed a robust growth in imports, while... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Stocks Gulf shares broadly extend gains amid global stock rebound DUBAI: Stocks in the Middle East broadly rose on Wednesday, extending their comeback from an aggressive sell-off in... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port Trust, Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 164,606 tonnes of cargo comprising 109,148 of import cargo and 55,458 tonnes... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Wednesday (August 07, 2024). ========================== KIBOR... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Wednesday (August 07, 2024) . ==================================== ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Wednesday (August 07, 2024) .... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Tuesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Reflection of economic stability: Finance minister alludes to global rating agencies Finland Ambassador Hannu Ripatti calls on Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in Islamabad Updated 08 Aug, 2024 01:54pm
Fertilizer sector: ECC directs ministry to design holistic policy Aspects such as production, provision of gas to industry, elements triggering/necessitating imports, pricing, and intensive/over fertilization of urea are to be covered Updated 08 Aug, 2024 01:55pm
Rates Bears emerge winners KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Wednesday witnessed a mixed trend and after moving in both directions, closed in... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
BISP beneficiaries: NA panel concerned about difficulties ISLAMABAD: A parliamentary panel on Wednesday has expressed serious concern over the difficulties faced by the... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 09:01am
Briefing to NA panel: SBP governor seeks structural reforms in key sectors ISLAMABAD: There is a need for structural reforms in various sectors of the economy to tackle the existing... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 08:58am
RLNG pushes up generation cost: KE urges govt to help provide gas to its power plants ISLAMABAD: K-Electric has approached federal government for allocation of indigenous gas fields which can be... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 09:19am
At OIC, Pakistan condemns assassination of Haniyeh ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar while strongly condemning assassination of Hamas... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 12:42pm
Apology over May 9 events: IK sets conditions ISLAMABAD: The incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan on Wednesday made it crystal... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 08:59am
Oil settles 2pc higher on falling US crude stockpiles NEW YORK: Oil prices gained more than 2% on Wednesday, bouncing back from multi-month lows, after data showed a... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Air travel on labour visa for GCC states: FBR to charge Rs5,000 FED per ticket ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) will charge fixed amount of Federal Excise Duty (FED) of Rs 5,000 per... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 09:33am
PNSC skipped tender, bought two used vessels directly? ISLAMABAD: The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) is all set to discuss inquiry report on procurement of... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 09:34am
Rashid Mahmood made new FBR chief ISLAMABAD: The federal government has appointed Secretary Power Division, Rashid Mahmood as new Chairman Federal... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Jurisdiction issue: SC sends back toll manufacturing sales tax case to high court ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has referred back the jurisdiction matter for the levy and collection of... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 09:20am
Zahra will be ambassador to France: PM clears summary on Amna’s appointment as foreign secy ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reportedly approved a summary, seeking appointment of Amna Baloch as... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 08:57am
Commodities Gold prices decline KARACHI: The local gold market on Wednesday continued to see a slight fall as the global bullion value plunged below... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Only way forward EDITORIAL: PTI’s decision to “end mistrust with the army” means saner minds in the party have prevailed on the... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Another IMF precondition met EDITORIAL: Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb told reporters on the side-lines of the Senate Parliamentary... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Taxes Tax issues FTO to establish ‘help desk’ at KATI KARACHI: Federal Tax Ombudsman Dr. Asif Mahmood Jah has announced the establishment of a help desk at the Korangi... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Commodities CBOT corn, soybeans ease CHICAGO: Chicago Board of Trade corn and soybean futures turned lower on Wednesday as markets came under pressure... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Energy US natural gas rises NEW YORK: US natural gas futures rose more than 4% to a near one-week high on Wednesday, boosted by forecasts for... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures extend gains on supply pressures SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures extended gains on Wednesday to hit their highest in nearly two weeks, buoyed by... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Commodities Copper slumps on jump in inventories LONDON: Copper prices resumed their downtrend on Wednesday after data from leading metals consumer China showed weak... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Commodities China’s July coal imports rise BEIJING: China’s coal imports rose to a seven-month high in July, General Administration of Customs data showed on... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Commodities Gold buoyed by Fed rate-cut hopes, geopolitical concerns BENGALURU: Gold prices firmed on Wednesday on mounting bets of US interest rate cuts in September and rising... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Tuesday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS and indices was recorded at PKR 26.874 billion... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Commodities Iron ore extends fall BEIJING: Iron ore futures prices fell for a second consecutive session on Wednesday, undermined by weak near-term... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil surrenders early gains KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures gave up early gains on Wednesday to extend losses to a third session, as... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Wednesday, (August 07, 2024)... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Cotton & Textile Spot rate loses Rs200 per maund LAHORE: The Spot Rate Committee of the Karachi Cotton Association (KCA) on Wednesday decreased the spot rate by Rs... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
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 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Forex Dollar's rate in Interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Wednesday (August 07, 2024) . ======================== Open ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Wednesday (August 07, 2024) .... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Wednesday (August 07, 2024)... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Wednesday (August 07, 2024) . ======================================= ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Taxes Italy doubles ‘flat tax’ for the rich who move fiscal residence to country ROME: The Italian government approved a decree on Wednesday doubling to 200,000 euros ($218,220.00) per year a flat... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Industry High power bills, ‘unjust’ taxes: Traders to stage protest demonstration today KARACHI: The city’s business community has announced a protest demonstration against the soaring electricity bills... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Money & Banking Yen down against dollar NEW YORK: The yen dropped on Wednesday after an influential Bank of Japan official played down the chances of a... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Money & Banking Asian currencies under pressure as dollar firms BENGALURU: Emerging Asian equities rose on Wednesday, with tech-heavy Taiwan and South Korea bourses leading gains ... Published 08 Aug, 2024 06:22am
Minister inaugurates Common Criteria Pakistan, Quantum Communication ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal, Wednesday, inaugurated... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 07:26am
LHC advises PTI to submit fresh application LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Wednesday advised the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) to submit a fresh application... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 07:36am
Energy Landmark gas augmentation projects opened KARACHI: Being a customer-centric organisation, SSGC strives to serve its consumers in meeting their gas related... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 07:37am
Farooq Satter lauded Arif Habib’s efforts to combat global warming KARACHI: Senior politician and National Assembly member Farooq Sattar has lauded Arif Habib’s comprehensive ... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 07:44am
‘Clean and Green Pakistan Movement’: Alkhidmat Foundation to start plantation week from 11th LAHORE: Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan has announced an ambitious “Clean and Green Pakistan Movement,” which will... Updated 08 Aug, 2024 07:52am