KE takes action against illegal connections KARACHI: K-Electric, in collaboration with the law-enforcement agencies, continues its operations against ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 08:16am
Visit to Adaila Jail: IHC appoints commission to ascertain difficulties facing IK lawyers ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), on Friday, appointed a three-member commission to ascertain the... Published 07 Sep, 2024 08:14am
Police stations’ record management: LHC issues notices to Punjab govt, IGP, PITB LAHORE: A full bench of the Lahore High Court on Friday issued notices to the provincial government, the Inspector... Published 07 Sep, 2024 08:06am
LHC sets aside appointment of Nadra chairman LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Friday set aside the appointment of chairman of the National Database and... Published 07 Sep, 2024 08:05am
Maryam constitutes committee to create new authority LAHORE: The Punjab government is considering creating the Punjab Water Supply, Sewerage, Sanitation, Solid Waste... Published 07 Sep, 2024 08:04am
Maryam lays flower wreaths on martyrs' memorial LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif said on Friday that sacrifices’ of martyrs is the red line of ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 08:02am
Minister seeks National Human Resource Strategy ISLAMABAD: The Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, directed all the ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 07:58am
Ponzi schemes: NAB Lahore distributes Rs1.86bn among 300 affectees LAHORE: Director General, National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Lahore, Amjad Majeed Aulakh held a monthly Open ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 07:56am
PA passes Motion to establish Women Parliamentary Caucus LAHORE: The Provincial Assembly, on Friday, passed a Motion to establish a Women Parliamentary Caucus, paving the ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 07:54am
PDMA director reviews extensive damage caused by floods in Sindh KARACHI: Imdad Hussain Siddiqui, Director (Operations) Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 07:52am
PDWP approves six schemes LAHORE: The Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) for the financial year 2024-25 on Friday approved six... Published 07 Sep, 2024 07:51am
PHC stops KP govt from appointing new KP-EZDMC CEO PESHAWAR: A divisional bench of Peshawar High Court (PHC) comprising JJ Syed Arshad Ali and Shah Khan heard a... Published 07 Sep, 2024 07:48am
PM expresses condolence on Ch Nisar sister’s death ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday expressed condolences with former interior minister and ex-PML-N... Published 07 Sep, 2024 07:48am
Rabi-ul-Awwal celebrations: Police directed to implement stringent security measures KARACHI Sindh Home Minister Zia Ul Hassan Lanjhar directed Friday the Sindh Police to implement stringent security... Published 07 Sep, 2024 07:45am
Policy Board members will support govt in financial affairs: Iqbal ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal said that the Policy ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 07:44am
Dar holds talk with UK Minister for Justice ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar spoke with Shabana Mahmood, Lord Chancellor and... Published 07 Sep, 2024 07:41am
Import of pharma products: PCDA voices concern over new infrastructure cess KARACHI: The Pakistan Chemist and Druggist Association (PCDA) has raised serious concerns over the imposition of... Published 07 Sep, 2024 07:37am
Middle East Israeli troops leave Jenin as Gaza talks stall JENIN, Palestinian Territories: Israeli forces withdrew after a deadly 10-day raid in a flashpoint city in the... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Captains and provisional squads confirmed for Champions Cup LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Friday announced the captains of the five Champions One-Day Cup teams, as... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 08:28am
NA passes ‘Peaceful Assembly & Public Order Bill’ amid protest ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly amid the protest of opposition members passed, “The Peaceful Assembly and Public... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Sharjeel pays tributes to armed forces KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon paid tribute to the courage, bravery, and selfless sacrifices of... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Friday (September 06, 2024) and the forecast for Saturday (September 07, 2024)... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Asif Ali Zardari President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan: Message on the occasion of Defence and Martyrs’ Day of Pakistan, 06 September 2024 On this Defence and Martyrs’ Day, we pay homage to our Ghazis and Shuhada, who rendered immense sacrifices and... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif: Message of Prime Minister of Pakistan on Defence and Martyrs Day, 6 September 2024 The 6 September marks a significant day in the history of Pakistan. Every year on this day, the Pakistani nation... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Khawaja Muhammad Asif: Message of Minister for Defence & Defence Production on the occasion of Defence and Martyrs’ Day of Pakistan, 06 September 2024 06 September 1965, remains an eternal testimony of our resolve to defend every inch of our motherland. The day... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Secure Pakistan, Strong Pakistan: Defence & Martyrs Day *** General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Nishan-e-Imtiaz (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee** Defence Day is a... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Secure Pakistan, Strong Pakistan: Defence & Martyrs Day *** General Syed Asim Munir, Nishan-e-Imtiaz (M), Chief of Army Staff** 6th September holds prominent significance... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Secure Pakistan, Strong Pakistan: Defence & Martyrs Day *** Admiral Naveed Ashraf Nishan-e-Imtiaz (M) Chief of Naval Staff** September 6th stands as a defining moment in... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Secure Pakistan, Strong Pakistan: Defence & Martyrs Day Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu NI(M), Chief of the Air Staff Defence Day of Pakistan is a lasting... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Defence Day: Spirit of Defence Day celebrations The term Defence Day Celebrations are synonymous to the resolve of the Pakistani Nation to defend the territorial... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Defence Day: Guardians o the Sea Sixth September is not just a date in the calendar; it is a day of profound national pride. It is a day of... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Defence Day: PNSC stands in solidarity with armed forces of Pakistan The Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC) proudly stands in solidarity with the armed forces of Pakistan,... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
IK terms SC verdict ‘NRO-II’ ISLAMABAD: The incarcerated former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan, on Friday, termed ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Changes in NAB law restored: SC declares ‘NAO 1999’ amendments null and void ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court, unanimously, allowing the appeals of the federal government and some individuals, set... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Defence and Martyrs Day marked LAHORE: Defence and Martyrs Day observed on Friday to pay tribute to martyrs and Ghazis and reaffirm commitment to... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
‘Intra-party polls’: ECP rejects PTI plea ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Friday dismissed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) petition... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
UAE minister speaks with Dar in UK ISLAMABAD: UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh spoke with Deputy Prime ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Toshakhana II, Al-Qadir trust case against IK dismissed, Gohar claims ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan said on Friday that as per the apex... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Cannabis Control Bill referred to standing committee ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Finance referred the government bill, “The Cannabis Control and... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Billions of rupees spent on DBD, Dasu projects: Chairman WAPDA LAHORE: Chairman WAPDA Engr Lt Gen Sajjad Ghani (retd) has said that Rs78.5 billion and Rs.17.35 billion are being... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
APNS condolence KARACHI: “Nazafreen Saigol Lakhani, President and Sarmad Ali, Secretary General of the All Pakistan Newspapers... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Amna Baloch notified as new foreign secy ISLAMABAD: The government has formally notified Amna Baloch, a BS-22 officer of Foreign Services of Pakistan, as the... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
PN inducts two new ships into its fleet KARACHI: Pakistan Navy on Friday inducted two state of the art ships in its fleet. A graceful ceremony for ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
PDMA director takes stock of damage caused by floods in Sindh KARACHI: Imdad Hussain Siddiqui, Director (Operations) Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
COAS reaffirms army’s resolve against challenge of terrorism RAWALPINDI: On the eve of the 59th Defence and Martyrs Day, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir on Friday... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
PM pays tribute to armed forces, LEAs ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that Pakistan believes in peaceful neighbourhood, “but no one... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Govt has no business being in business Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in a televised speech this Tuesday cleared the air on IMF (International... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 08:58am
Who will bell the cat? Traffic accidents have been the most disturbing news in the past weeks. There was this unfortunate accident in which... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 07:26am
Letters ‘Xinjiang, Balochistan and FATA’ This is apropos a letter to the Editor titled ‘Xinjiang, Balochistan and FATA’ to the Editor carried by this... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Health & Wellness Expo 2024 concludes KARACHI: The two-day Health & Wellness Expo 2024, held on September 4th and 5th at a local hotel in Karachi,... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Customs seizes Rs1.8m goods at JIAP KARACHI: Pakistan Customs on Friday seized 595 tolas of silver jewellery at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi.... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Comparisons must not be between apples and oranges “I would like to give a few examples and then…” “Relating to?” “Relating to restive provinces in a... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Stocks Wall St slides to over 3-week low after payrolls data NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes fell to their lowest in over three weeks on Friday after a crucial jobs ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Stocks Sri Lanka shares end lower as utilities, energy slip COLOMBO: Sri Lankan shares closed lower on Friday, dragged by utilities and energy stocks. The CSE All-Share index... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Stocks European shares down as investors digest mixed US data PARIS: European shares fell for a fifth straight session on Friday in their worst day since early August, after a... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Stocks China stocks end at 7-month low SHANGHAI: China stocks finished at seven-month lows on Friday, as sharp falls in technology and property shares... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Stocks Nikkei falls on caution ahead of US jobs data TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average fell on Friday for a fourth straight session ahead of the release of the key ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Govt embarks on drive to contain its expenditure Bans purchase of all types of vehicles, procurement of machinery/ equipment Updated 07 Sep, 2024 03:07pm
FBR amends Income Tax Rules: SOEs bound to approach ADRCs ISLAMABAD: The state-owned enterprises have been bound to approach the alternate dispute resolution committees... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 03:07pm
Rates PSX posts minor gains KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed another rangebound session, but closed higher Friday. The benchmark... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Extension given in sugar export shipment KARACHI: Following the directives of the federal government, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has allowed 15 days... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 08:50am
MoF seeks making KE QTA mechanism in line with other Discos ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Finance has asked Power Division to explore the possibility of similar mechanism for KE QTA’s... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 03:08pm
Nepra backs ISMO for streamlining wholesale electricity market ISLAMABAD: National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has supported establishment of a new organisation to... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 03:14pm
Capacity-based model transition to take-and-pay model: 24 conditions proposed to strike new deals between govt, IPPs Govt's experts and officials look to reduce consumer end tariff with deal close to being finalised Updated 07 Sep, 2024 08:24pm
QTA mechanism: Rs1.75/unit hike approved for Discos, KE ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved an increase of Rs1.75 per unit in... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 03:13pm
Another polio case reported ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reported yet another poliovirus case taking the national tally to 17 cases detected in 2024.... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 08:52am
China creates $230bn brokerage powerhouse HONG KONG: The merger of two state-backed brokerages in China to create a sector leader with $230 billion in assets... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 08:51am
Over 3.27m Pakistanis sent abroad in 5 years ISLAMABAD: More than 3.27 million Pakistanis, which roughly make 1.3 percent of the country’s total population, have... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 03:14pm
Examination by petitioners: SC asks Nepra to ensure availability of relevant papers of CPPA-G, NTDC & IPPs ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court asked the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) to ensure that all the... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 09:41am
Energy CM directs removal of hurdles to BHPP PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Sardar Ali Amin Khan Gandapur has termed the 300 MW Balakot Hydro Power Project (BHPP) as ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Interest Rates FPCCI seeks 400bps cut in interest rate LAHORE: The Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has called on the government and ... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 09:00am
How much borrowing is envisaged from where? EDITORIAL: On 21 August 2024 Finance Minister Aurangzeb in a text message to a foreign news agency said “we are... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Need for action not a new narrative EDITORIAL: The government is preparing to launch an old-new initiative to counter violent religious extremism. A... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Value-added textile industry combating slew of crises: KCCI KARACHI: Pakistan’s value-added textile industry is grappled with severe crises, which are attributed to financial... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
TDAP invites companies to participate in ‘FoodAg Manufacturing 2024’ KARACHI: Following the resounding success of FoodAg 2024, the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) is... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Energy BTPL licence application still pending: Nepra directs IESCO to pass on net metering benefit to BT consumers ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has the directed Islamabad Electric Supply... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
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 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Forex Association of Pakistan on Friday (September... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Friday (September 06, 2024). ======================== Open Bid... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Friday (September 06, 2024).... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Friday (September 06, 2024). ==================================== BR... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
SECP drafts recommendations for improvement in public offering regime ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has drafted major recommendations for... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Liquidation: SBP cancels IDBL’s licence KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced cancellation of the banking licence of Industrial ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Statistics SPI-based inflation falls 0.15pc ISLAMABAD: The Sensitive Price Index (SPI)-based inflation for the week ended September 5, 2024, decreased by 0.15... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Interest Rates UBG for cut in interest rates in upcoming monetary policy KARACHI Syed Mazhar Ali Nasir, Vice Chairman UBG Sindh Region has appealed to the government and the State Bank of... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Industry Paper, printing industries to get latest tech LAHORE: Pakistani investors are likely to get latest technology from Germany for paper manufacturing, converting,... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Taxes MTBA asks ATIR chairman to transfer urgent cases back to Multan Bench ISLAMABAD: The Multan Tax Bar Association (MTBA) has formally requested the chairman of the Appellate Tribunal ... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Interest Rates KATI urges SBP to reduce bank interest rates KARACHI: Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) has issued an urgent call to the State Bank of Pakistan... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Companies Hashoo Group announces 25-year partnership to transform Royal Palm Golf LAHORE: Pakistan Services Limited (PSL)-Hashoo Group, in collaboration with Warm Waters Advisory Group, Platinum... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Industry Economic challenges, GST imposition badly hurt industry of transport parts LAHORE: The tractor parts industry, a vital sector supporting the country’s agricultural backbone, is on the brink... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Industry PSQCA launches crackdown against illegal steel units LAHORE: The Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) on Friday launched a crackdown against... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Industry 21st 3P Plas Print Pack Pakistan exhibition inaugurated LAHORE: 21st International 3P Plas Print Pack Pakistan - country’s pioneer and biggest exhibition for plastic,... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Money & Banking Yuan flat despite weak dollar SHANGHAI: China’s yuan was steady on Friday, as easing expectations offset the positive impact from a weaker... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Money & Banking Dollar edges up after US payrolls data NEW YORK: The dollar edged up in volatile trading on Friday after data showed US employment grew less than expected... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Money & Banking Asian currencies: Indonesia’s rupiah, ringgit gains BENGALURU: Asian equities were poised to end a turbulent week on a steady note, with Thailand’s stocks leading the... Published 07 Sep, 2024 06:59am
Sindh Assembly passed resolution commemorating Defence Day KARACHI: The Sindh Assembly on Friday unanimously passed a resolution commemorating Defence Day, paying tribute to... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 07:38am
Punjab PA condemns escalating lawlessness in Kacha region LAHORE: In a show of unity, the Punjab Assembly condemned the escalating lawlessness in the Kacha region, with... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 07:39am
Challenging practice of two-finger test: LHC issues notices to federal & provincial govts LAHORE: A full bench of the Lahore High Court on Friday issued notices to the federal and provincial governments for... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 08:08am
Legislation on import of hazardous electronic waste tightened LAHORE: In a significant environmental protection move, Pakistan has tightened legislation on the import of ... Updated 07 Sep, 2024 08:12am
KSE-100 closes above 97,000 for the first time as investors dismiss political noise, index gains 1,782 points