FAPUASA concerned at ‘crises’ in over 25 varsities across Punjab LAHORE: The Federation of All Pakistan Universities Academic Staff Association (FAPUASA), led by its President, Dr... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:04am
RIPHAH joins hands with BISP for public empowerment through skills development programme ISLAMABAD: Representatives from Riphah International University held an important meeting with Senator Rubina ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:04am
Companies ONIC sets groundbreaking telecom benchmarks with digital connectivity ISLAMABAD: ONIC, a pioneering digital telco brand that launched just a year ago, has made a remarkable impact on... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:03am
CM praises Ali Geelani LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif in her message on the death anniversary of Kashmiri leader Syed ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:01am
Sikh pilgrims: Foundation stone laid for new building at Nankana Sahib LAHORE: In order to facilitate Sikh pilgrims at Nankana Sahib, Provincial Minister for Minority Affairs and ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 08:00am
CM lauds social services of Akhuwat chairman LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif met the Founder and Chairman Akhuwat Doctor Amjad Saqib and lauded... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:58am
CM to launch ‘Children’s Heart Surgery Programme’ soon LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif will soon launch the “Chief Minister’s Children’s Heart... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:57am
12th Rabi-ul-Awwal: CCPO reviews security measures LAHORE: Capital City Police Officer Bilal Siddique Kamyana reviewed overall law and order situation and other... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:55am
NUST initiative ‘FICS ’24’ concludes ISLAMABAD: Grand finale and prize distribution ceremony of Finding Innovative & Creative Solutions (FICS 2024), ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:54am
DC visits FIEDMC FAISALABAD: Deputy Commissioner Captain Nadeem Nasir (retd) visited Faisalabad Industrial Estate Development and... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:47am
Mpox virus: current situation, preventive steps to be discussed tomorrow ISLAMABAD: As Monkeypox cases are rising in the country, the government on Sunday convened an important meeting on... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:44am
Ban on kite flying laws spark concern LAHORE: The recent imposition of stricter laws on kite flying in Punjab, despite an existing ban, has sparked... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:42am
Stocks FTSE 100 hits 3-month high amid rate-cut hopes LONDON: The UK’s main stock index hit over a three-month high on Friday, clocking gains for the topsy-turvy month,... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:40am
Stocks Most Gulf markets gain on US rate cut prospects DUBAI: Most Gulf markets ended higher on Sunday, extending gains from the previous session, after data supported the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:38am
Money & Banking Indian rupee ends flat MUMBAI: The Indian rupee ended little changed on Friday as dollar demand from state-run banks offset the impact of... Published 02 Sep, 2024 07:37am
Harris is more predictable than Trump: Kremlin MOSCOW: Russia sees US Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris as a more predictable opponent than ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Israel set for general strike after Gaza hostages found dead GAZA STRIP, (Palestinian Territories): Israel’s main union on Sunday ordered a nationwide general strike after... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Erdogan, MBS discusses Gaza, Turkish presidency says ISTANBUL: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan discussed Gaza as well as regional and global developments in a phone ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Middle East Gaza parents rush to vaccinate kids against polio despite fear of violence AL-ZAWAYDA (Palestinian Territories): Ghadir Hajji rushed to a clinic on Sunday in hopes her five children would be... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
USA Thousands of US hotel workers strike as contract talks break down NEW YORK: Some 10,000 US hotel workers began a multi-day strike in several cities on Sunday after contract talks ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Africa African leaders in Beijing eyeing big loans and investment BEIJING: African leaders descend on China’s capital this week, seeking funds for big-ticket infrastructure ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Europe Russia says it will change nuclear doctrine because of Western role in Ukraine LONDON: Russia will make changes to its doctrine on the use of nuclear weapons in response to what it regards as... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
PFF, Forward Sports and Capitals Sports sign MoU LAHORE: To showcase the worldwide contributions of the Sialkot football manufacturing industry, the Pakistan ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
CM to decide whether SPCL to be held in Qatar or Sindh: minister KARACHI: An important meeting was held between Sindh Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, Sardar Muhammad Bux... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
FIA foils passenger’s bid to travel abroad on fake documents KARACHI: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Immigration Wing on Sunday foiled an attempt of a passenger to ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Sunday (September 01, 2024) and the forecast for Monday (September 02, 2024).... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Zardari, PM pay tribute to Ali Shah Geelani ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday paid rich tribute to iconic... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Gilani calls for dialogue among all political parties including PTI ISLAMABAD: The Chairman Senate Yousaf Raza Gilani on Sunday called for dialogue among all political parties ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Remarks made by Bengali: federal govt clarifies its stance ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Sunday clarified its stance about the remarks made by Dr Kaiser Bengali,... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Senator Mushtaq released ISLAMABAD: The head of the Save Gaza campaign and former Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) senator Mushtaq Ahmed, his wife and... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Kashmir issue: FO rejects Indian narrative about ‘unilateral solution’ ISLAMABAD: In response to media queries regarding the recent statement made on Jammu and Kashmir by India’s... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Bugti says efforts afoot to end terrorism in Balochistan LAHORE: Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Ahmed Bugti said on Sunday that no Baloch had killed any Punjabi but... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Alkhidmat launches fourth edition of Bano Qabil programme KARACHI: Alkhidmat Karachi on Sunday September 1, 2024, launched the fourth edition of the Bano Qabil program,... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Sindhi handicrafts: Diplomats show keen interest in KCFR exhibition KARACHI: The Karachi Council on Foreign Relations (KCFR) organized a vibrant exhibition on last night to promote the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Rains expected in Balochistan amid cyclone impact QUETTA: Pakistan Meteorological Department said on Sunday that the cyclonic storm ASNA over northwest Arabian Sea... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Repair of roads to begin after rain season: mayor KARACHI: Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab said that road repair and construction work is being commenced after... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
PDP demands probe into ‘poor’ construction of roads in Karachi KARACHI: Majority of the roads of Karachi went extremely damaged in recent rains which has exposed their substandard... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
PTI criticises Sindh govt’s handling of rain situation KARACHI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Sindh President Haleem Adil Sheikh has expressed grave concerns over the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Axle load curbs on highways and GT Road: Minister introduces tougher measures ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Communications, Privatisation, and Board of Investment Abdul Aleem Khan on Sunday ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
TECNO, Hope Uplift Foundation to promote technological education LAHORE: TECNO, Pakistan’s leading smartphone brand, has joined hands with Hope Uplift Foundation in an initiative... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Minister slams PTI supporters LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has said that PTI supporters have become blind, deaf, and dumb due... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
KMU strengthens support for Afghan students PESHAWAR: Vice Chancellor of Khyber Medical University (KMU) Peshawar Prof Dr. Zia Ul Haq stated that Afghanistan is... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Monthly stipend of national legends’ families raised KARACHI: A high-level meeting was held at Governor House under the chairmanship of Governor Sindh and ... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 08:18am
Inflation decline, credit rating hike: PM derives satisfaction from indicators Says government committed to economic reforms Updated 02 Sep, 2024 03:28pm
PSDP projects: Ministries, Divisions asked to ‘cut your coat according to cloth’ ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives (M/oPD&SI) has advised all Ministries/... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:31am
Jul-Aug: there’s Rs98bn shortfall, admits FBR Despite higher tax rates, net collection stands at Rs1,456 billion against assigned target of Rs1,554 billion during two-month period Updated 02 Sep, 2024 11:56am
Rates PSX remains under pressure KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange remained under pressure during the outgoing week ended on August 30, 2024 due to... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Rates Futures spread down 621bps KARACHI: The futures spread declined by 621bps to 11.45 percent on the last day of the outgoing week. Trading... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
‘PC (Amendment) Bill, 2024’ to be presented in NA today ISLAMABAD: The government on Monday (today) would present “The Privatisation Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2024” in... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:13am
Conversion of power plants to Thar coal: Govt likely to ask local banks for financing ISLAMABAD: The government is likely to ask local banks to finance conversion of imported coal projects to Thar coal... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 03:28pm
PQEPC exploring options to resolve its financial woes ISLAMABAD: Port Qasim Electric Power Company Limited (PQEPC) has reportedly discussed debt restructuring, loan... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:22am
2024-25: PSDP allocation for NHA cut to Rs161.264bn ISLAMABAD: A mere two months into the fiscal year, the government slashed the Public Sector Development Programme... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:37am
PTI denies holding negotiations with govt ISLAMABAD: Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Sunday categorically denied having... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:09am
Rates Marginal decline KARACHI: The rupee depreciated marginally during the previous week as it lost Re0.04 or 0.01% against the US ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
CAA issues new guidelines on boarding in response to complaints KARACHI: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has implemented new guidelines to address passenger complaints regarding... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Stocks Miners, energy push Australian shares higher SYDNEY: Australian shares rose on Friday, boosted by gains in mining and energy stocks amid a slew of corporate... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Stocks Wall Street Week Ahead: US stock rally broadens as investors await Fed NEW YORK: A broadening rally in US stocks is offering an encouraging signal to investors worried about concentration... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Commodities Prices of essential food items show a mixed trend According to... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Cotton & Textile Weekly Cotton Review: Prices surge significantly as rains affect supply KARACHI: A significant surge has been observed in cotton prices, with a Rs1000 per maund increase in spot rates. The... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Stability versus general well-being Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb since he took oath ten days less than six months on 12 March 2024 has... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:16am
The IPP negotiation dilemma: govt required to step back? Negotiations with Independent Power Producers (IPPs), particularly those involving local owners under the 1994 and... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:22am
The power sector conundrum EDITORIAL: The petroleum minister recently informed the Senate Standing Committee that a massive power generation... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:10am
Confronting the malnutrition crisis EDITORIAL: The state of women’s health in Pakistan has long been undermined by governmental neglect and deeply... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:12am
Letters ‘Innovative solutions to terrorism and extremism’ This is apropos my letter to the Editor ‘Innovative solutions to terrorism and extremism’ carried by the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
A requiem for manufacturing? Amidst a deepening economic crisis, the government seems intent on pushing the economy’s most vital sector—the... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:25am
Energy Major Qatari plant to double solar capacity by 2030: minister DOHA: A large new solar plant planned in Qatar will double the Gulf emirate’s previously projected renewable ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Rates Automart: car prices in Karachi Rates in the week ended Sunday September 01, 2024 Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
China to pitch green tech exports to African leaders BEIJING/NAIROBI: China will urge a summit of 50 African nations in Beijing this week to take more of its goods,... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Taxes President confirms FTO’s order against FBR’s ‘coercive measures’ ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has confirmed a landmark order issued by Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO), who has... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Industry HCSTSI president for bolstering border trade to boost economic activities HYDERABAD: President, Hyderabad Chamber of Small Traders & Small Industry, Muhammad Farooq Shaikhani, has... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Industry BF will win SCCI election on performance basis: Bilour PESHAWAR: Businessman Forum leader former senator Ilyas Ahmad Bilour is highly optimistic over prospects of the... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Higher taxation: BMP says govt has failed to pass on oil price decline to consumers LAHORE: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry’s Businessmen Panel has sought reduction in... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:12am
Money & Banking Canadian dollar falls against the greenback TORONTO: The Canadian dollar held on to much of its monthly gain against its US counterpart on Friday as investors... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Companies Dragons of Pakistan: Faysal Bank secures a ‘Silver Dragon’ KARACHI: The “Dragons of Pakistan” which is an extension of the international ‘Dragons of Asia’ are... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Industry KP-EZDMC CEO removed in violation of rules, procedures? PESHAWAR: The PTI government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has removed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Companies Goldman Sachs to lay off over 1,300 employees, WSJ reports BENGALURU: Goldman Sachs plans to cut more than 1,300 employees from its global workforce as part of an annual ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Eurozone inflation falls to three-year low in August BRUSSELS: Eurozone inflation fell to its lowest level in more than three years this month thanks to falling energy... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Germany confirms economy shrank in Q2 FRANKFURT: The German economy shrank by 0.1 percent in the second quarter, final data confirmed Tuesday, weighed ... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
India growth slows to 6.7pc on lower consumer spending MUMBAI: India’s economic growth slowed to 6.7 percent on-year in the April-June quarter, official data showed... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Algeria joins the BRICS New Development Bank ALGIERS: Algeria has been approved for membership in the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB), the country’s finance... Published 02 Sep, 2024 06:40am
Promotion of tourism: Stakeholders call for optimal utilisation of fisheries sector PESHAWAR: The stakeholders of the fisheries’ sector including fish farmers and people of the tourists’ attractive... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:27am
Islamic financing helps govt save billions KARACHI: The cash-strapped government is saving billions of rupees on account of raising financing through selling... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 09:08am
NDMA predicts more rains, floods ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Sunday issued an advisory, announcing that monsoon... Updated 02 Sep, 2024 07:41am