Taxes Import of ‘High Pressure Washer’ to attract zero percent customs duty ISLAMABAD: The customs classification committee of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) declared that zero percent... Published 25 Sep, 2024 08:51am
Industry SCCI elections: tough contest in sight PESHAWAR: There is all set to hold the Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) election for 2024-26. Polling... Published 25 Sep, 2024 07:22am
Taxes SRB seals popular eatery for ‘tax evasion’ KARACHI: The Sindh Revenue Board (SRB) has taken decisive action against a popular eatery in Karachi’s upscale... Published 25 Sep, 2024 07:21am
Ministries asked to conceive, plan projects within allocated budgets ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal said that the project... Published 25 Sep, 2024 07:13am
Biden seeks to calm ME tension NEW YORK: US President Joe Biden addressed world leaders at the United Nations for the final time on Tuesday,... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Israel launches new strikes BEIRUT: Israel said it carried out dozens of air strikes against Hezbollah on Tuesday, after hundreds were killed ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Companies Innovative wins P@SHA ICT Awards 2024 KARACHI: Innovative Pvt Ltd (IPL), Pakistan’s leading provider of Self-Service Banking and Currency Technology... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
‘Framework for WLAN-2024 facilitates more accessible connectivity in line with global standards’ ISLAMABAD: In an era where digital connectivity shapes the backbone of national progress, Pakistan’s latest,... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
PTA publishes Framework for Wireless Local Area Network ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) after extensive consultation with the relevant ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Launch of Book Titled “CHINA LEADS” at ISSI ISLAMABAD: The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) organized the launch of China Leads by Dr. Junaid... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Plea against ‘Practice & Procedure Ordinance 2024’ remain un-heard LAHORE: The cause-list of Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court was cancelled on Tuesday hence the cases before the... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Newly-elected office-bearers of PJA take oath ISLAMABAD: The newly-elected office-bearers of Pakhtun Journalists Association (PJA) of twin cities of Islamabad and... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Misuse of antibiotic ignites fears of untreatable infections KARACHI: Pakistan is facing a pressing concern regarding the excessive use of antibiotics, which may lead to the... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
LGH doctors remove hair-clip from stomach LAHORE: The doctors of Lahore General Hospital (LGH) performed a successful Endoscopy procedure of a... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
‘Nearly 90pc of buildings do not conform to approved structural standards’ ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Housing and Works, on Tuesday, observed that nearly 90 per cent of... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Companies CCP approves internal restructuring of Nishat Chunian Group ISLAMABAD: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved internal restructuring involving M/s Nishat... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Benazir Nashonuma Programme: BISP signs two separate agreements with UNICEF, WHO ISLAMABAD: BISP has signed two separate agreements with the UNICEF and the WHO under the Benazir Nashonuma ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
KP, G-B, Balochistan: Accords signed to transform selected model TVET institutes into CoEs ISLAMABAD: A major step in the development of employable skills for youth in Pakistan was taken on Tuesday with the... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Energy ‘Pakistan should seek assistance from UN, IMF & WEF on clean renewable energy’ FAISALABAD: Pakistan should seek financial and technical assistance from world organizations including UN, IMF and... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
CM for early setup of Punjab Enforcement & Regulatory Authority LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif directed authorities concerned to complete the legal process for... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
‘PPP never been a part of any illegal amendment,’ says Punjab Governor LAHORE: Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan has said that Pakistan People’s Party has never been a part of... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Punjab Cabinet approves projects, including recruitment of 7,354 CTIs LAHORE: Punjab Cabinet, which met here on Tuesday with Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz in the chair accorded approval ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
JI says will organise nationwide sit-ins on thoroughfares on 29th LAHORE: Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman has announced nationwide sit-ins on main roads on... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Pre-arrest bail granted to PTI leader till October 19 LAHORE: A sessions court on Tuesday granted pre-arrest bail to PTI former MNA Aliya Hamza Malik till October 19 in a... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Jinnah Inter-School declamation contest from tomorrow KARACHI: 38 Schools located in Karachi are expected to participate in the Jinnah Inter-School Declamation Contest... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
45,000 posts lying vacant in Pakistan Railways ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee on Railways, Tuesday, was informed that about 45,000... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Larkana industrial zone given SEZ status KARACHI: Provincial Minister for Industries and Commerce Jam Ikramullah Dharejo has said that Larkana Industrial ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
SC asks ECP to appoint ETs for hearing petitions ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court directed the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to appoint the Election Tribunals ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Pakistan condemns Israeli aggression against Lebanon ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Tuesday condemned in the strongest possible terms, Israel’s latest military aggression... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
PIA bidding likely to be shown live ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Privatisation secretary informed a parliamentarians’ panel that on completion of... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Democracy, human rights: President, PM underline importance of newspapers ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has called on newspapers to champion democratic values, raise awareness of... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Bilawal underscores need for judicial reforms KARACHI: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has vowed to... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 07:30am
IT minister claims Dr Umar sabotaged deal with Paypal ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for IT and Telecom Shaza Fatima Khawaja accused former caretaker federal minister Dr... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 11:59am
Senate body asks FIA to devise strategy against smuggling ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Interior, on Tuesday, recommended the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA)... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Reserved seats: ECP yet to implement SC verdict ISLAMABAD: The implementation of the Supreme Court’s judgement in the reserved seats case on part of the Election... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Pakistan, Iran to form sub-committee to resolve customs-related issues ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran Tuesday agreed to form a sub-committee to resolve customs duty related issues between... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Al-Qadir Trust case hearing: Now PTI founder makes wild allegation against CJP ISLAMABAD: The incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman, Imran Khan, on Tuesday, alleged that... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
IK’s trial in military court?: Govt has made no decision yet, IHC told ISLAMABAD: The federal government informed the Islamabad High Court (IHC) that no decision has yet been taken for ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Tuesday (September 24, 2024) and the forecast for Wednesday (September 25, 2024)... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
It’s just a debate Make or break. Win or lose. Change perceptions. Transform opinions. These are some objectives of the importance of... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Transforming agri landscape through ICT-enabled agribusiness management As Pakistan is struggling to improve its falling agricultural economy, the adoption of information and communication... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Rates Stocks close in red KARACHI: Bearish trend continued on the second consecutive day on Tuesday due to selling pressure and the Pakistan... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Companies Standard Chartered launches Goal Accelerator Programme for women KARACHI: Standard Chartered Bank on Monday launched the Goal Accelerator Programme in collaboration with Right To... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Sindh Assembly pays rich tribute to ‘MRD martyrs’ KARACHI: The Sindh Assembly on Tuesday unanimously passed a resolution paying tribute to the martyrs of the Movement... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Safe City Project in Karachi Phase-I significantly accelerated: Murad KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has said that the work done so far was a significant step toward... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Letters ‘Trump or Harris: no respite for Palestine’ This is apropos a letter to the Editor by this writer carried by the newspaper yesterday. In my view, the fate of... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 07:37am
Stocks KSE-100 posts highest-ever earnings of Rs1.7trn KARACHI: The KSE-100 index companies posted highest-ever earnings of Rs 1.7 trillion up 25 percent on year-on-year... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Stocks Wall St inches higher as miners shine NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes inched higher on Tuesday, with mining stocks in the lead after China unveiled... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Stocks European shares end higher as markets cheer China’s stimulus plans FRANKFURT: European shares ended higher on Tuesday, with China-exposed firms such as luxury giants and automakers at... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Stocks Chinese markets rally after Beijing pledges to slash rates SINGAPORE: Chinese stocks posted their best day in years on Tuesday, the yuan jumped and bonds rallied briefly after... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Stocks Nikkei posts 3-week closing high on Wall St strength TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average rose on Tuesday to a three-week closing high as markets resumed trade after a... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port Trust, Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 84,758 tonnes of cargo comprising 39,562 tonnes of import cargo and 45,196... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Monday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Tuesday (September 24, 2024). ========================== KIBOR... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Tuesday (September 24, 2024). ======================== Open ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Tuesday (September 24, 2024).... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Tuesday (September 24, 2024).... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Tuesday (September 24, 2024). ======================================= ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Tuesday (September 24, 2024). ==================================== ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Energy OPEC rolls out global oil outlook to 2050 LONDON: OPEC raised its forecasts for world oil demand for the medium and long term in an annual outlook, citing... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
US termed biggest trading partner of country ISLAMABAD: Senate Standing Committee on Commerce has been apprised that the USA is the biggest trading partner of... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 08:59am
‘FASTER’ system: Exporters allowed to enjoy speedy refund payment facility from Oct ISLAMABAD: In a major development, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has allowed the facility of speedy sales tax... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 09:25am
Strategy aimed at re-appropriation, more allocation of funds notified ISLAMABAD: No supplementary grant for any additional unbudgeted spending over the parliamentary approved level shall... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 09:23am
Book building starts today: BF Biosciences seeking to expand key product lines KARACHI: BF Biosciences IPO’s book building phase will be held on 25th and 26th September where high net worth... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 09:24am
National Electric Vehicle policy expected in one month ISLAMABAD: The Steering Committee on Electric Vehicles (EV) has decided to finalise the National Electric Vehicle... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 09:14am
Bordering areas of KP: COAS reviews security, uplift initiatives ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir visited Wana, South Waziristan District, where he... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 09:00am
Panetta terms Israel’s pager explosion operation ‘terrorism’ NEW YORK: Former CIA director Leon Panetta labeled Israel’s pager operation as “terrorism” in an interview with CBS... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 09:01am
Japan Foundation’s exhibition ‘Yokai Parade’ opens at Alhamra LAHORE: The Japan Foundation’s highly anticipated exhibition, “Yokai Parade: Supernatural Monsters from ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Commodities Gold prices continue upward march KARACHI: The local and international gold prices grew to new highs on Tuesday, as the global bullion market hovered... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Energy Rs8.9189 per unit: KE says receives lowest tariff bid for 220MW hybrid project KARACHI: Earlier this month, K-Electric (KE), Pakistan’s only private utility firm, announced the receipt of seven... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Commodities EU wheat lower PARIS: Euronext wheat edged down on Tuesday, consolidating after a day-earlier rally as traders set weather and war... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures hit 13-year high SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures hit a 13-year peak on Tuesday as economic stimulus unveiled by China boosted... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Commodities Iron ore recovers on fresh China stimulus SINGAPORE: Prices of iron ore futures recouped losses on Tuesday, as a wave of new monetary stimulus from China and... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Commodities Palm oil extends winning run on output concerns KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures rose for the fifth straight session on Tuesday on concerns over output,... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Commodities Gold hits all-time high NEW YORK: Gold prices surged to a record high on Tuesday as a cocktail of factors, from hopes of further US rate ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Commodities Copper prices jump LONDON: Copper prices surged to their strongest levels in 10 weeks on Tuesday after top metals consumer China... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Monday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS and indices was recorded at PKR 24.870 billion... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Tuesday, (September 24, 2024)... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Cotton & Textile Hectic trading activity on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Tuesday remained bearish and the trading volume remained satisfactory. Cotton... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
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 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Tax reforms: more of the same? EDITORIAL: The taxation bureaucracy’s knack of coming up with measures that claim to tackle the inefficiencies of... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
The Swat roadside bomb blast EDITORIAL: Surely authorities understand very well just how close they came to a terrorism nightmare in Swat the... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
$7bn IMF EFF: Board likely to do the needful Is all set to consider Pakistan’s 37-month Extended Fund Facility Arrangement today Updated 25 Sep, 2024 11:49am
Aurangzeb says IMF deal will sail through LAHORE: Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb was hopeful that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) would... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 12:11pm
Commitment with IMF: CPPs: Gas disconnection process begins ISLAMABAD: The country’s both gas utility companies are said to have started the process to disconnect gas to... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 12:12pm
PM attends session of UNGA NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reached the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on... Updated 25 Sep, 2024 08:59am
Companies Pacra assigns Asset Manager rating to PQFTL as Pension Fund Manager KARACHI: The Pakistan Credit Rating Agency Limited (Pacra) has assigned the Asset Manager rating of AM2 to the... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
‘Manufacturing sector’s future become bleak due to high electricity rates & taxes’ KARACHI: Chairman of the FPCCI Advisory Board and National Business Group Pakistan, President Pakistan Businessmen... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
‘Climate-related events could reduce 18-20pc Pakistan’s GDP by 2050’ KARACHI: Despite contributing only one percent to global carbon emissions, Pakistan is among the countries hardest... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Industry Businessman Panel wins elections of PST&SI PESHAWAR: The Businessmen Panel, led by Malik Mehr Elahi, achieved a historic victory in the elections of the... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Taxes FBR transformation plan, digitisation: Business groups, tax compliant cos taken on board ISLAMABAD: Chairman Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Rashid Mahmood Tuesday took into confidence leading business... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
'Business Facilitation Centre promoting activities in Punjab' LAHORE: Punjab Information and Culture Secretary Shahinshah Muhammad Faisal Azim said that the establishment of... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Industry Abdullah Zaki appointed as Member of KPT Board of Trustees KARACHI: Former president Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) Abdullah Zaki has been appointed as... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Industry PIAF PPA wins all 15 seats in LCCI Corporate Elections 2024 LAHORE: PIAF Pioneers Progressive Alliance has won all 15 seats in the Corporate Elections 2024 of the Lahore ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Taxes Exemption of local scrap from sales tax: Delay in implementation causing over Rs 5bn revenue loss per month ISLAMABAD: The delay in implementation of a key budgetary measure (2024-25) to exempt local scrap from sales tax has... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Industry Minister calls for JVs in industrial, agri sectors with Belarus ISLAMABAD: Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal has called for the establishment of joint ventures between Pakistan and... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Industry Belarussian businessmen urged to invest in country ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Tuesday extended an invitation to Belarusian investors to explore opportunities in the ... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Money & Banking Indian rupee ends weaker MUMBAI: The Indian rupee weakened on Tuesday as outflows related to the rebalancing of some global equity indexes,... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am
Money & Banking Yuan boosted as China unleashes stimulus NEW YORK: China’s yuan hit a 16-month high against the US dollar on Tuesday, after the central bank of the... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:48am