Middle East 35 Palestinians killed in Gaza, Israel issues new evacuation orders CAIRO: Israeli forces issued new evacuation orders in the north of the Gaza Strip on Tuesday and carried out ... Published 06 Nov, 2024 08:19am
South Asia India’s top court overturns UP’s ban on Islamic schools NEW DELHI: India’s Supreme Court set aside on Tuesday an order that banned Islamic schools in the country’s most... Published 06 Nov, 2024 08:17am
Pakistan reports 46th polio case of 2024 ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reported 46 poliovirus cases in 2024, the latest case was registered in Qilla Saifullah... Published 06 Nov, 2024 08:16am
Commodities Copper drifts up with all eyes on US election, China meeting SINGAPORE: Copper prices edged higher on Tuesday, while traders awaited more stimulus cues from top consumer China ... Published 06 Nov, 2024 08:15am
Euro, Panda bonds: Issuance depends on improved credit ratings: Aurangzeb KARACHI: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that the issuance of Euro Bonds and... Published 06 Nov, 2024 08:13am
Omar assails extension of army chief’s tenure ISLAMABAD: The opposition leader in National Assembly Omar Ayub Khan lambasted the ruling coalition on Tuesday for... Published 06 Nov, 2024 08:12am
IK files contempt plea against Secretary Interior, others ISLAMABAD: Founder Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan filed contempt petition against the Secretary Interior,... Published 06 Nov, 2024 08:11am
APNS condolence KARACHI: Nazafreen Saigol Lakhani, President and Sarmad Ali, Secretary General of the All Pakistan Newspapers ... Published 06 Nov, 2024 08:05am
Industry Over 130 global cos to participate in ‘Pakistan Industrial Expo’ LAHORE: The eighth edition of the Pakistan Industrial Expo starting from November 09, 2024, is poised to make a... Published 06 Nov, 2024 08:02am
Companies eTurbo announces rise in domestic production KARACHI: The eTurbo, a Pakistani ebikes startup, announced Tuesday it would increase domestic production from ... Published 06 Nov, 2024 08:01am
Stocks Nikkei rebounds as stocks with robust outlooks shine TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average ended higher on Tuesday, rebounding from a sharp decline on Friday, led by... Published 06 Nov, 2024 08:00am
Stocks China stocks higher as PM expresses confidence in economic recovery SHANGHAI: Mainland China stocks closed at a four-week high on Tuesday, after Chinese Premier Li Qiang expressed... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:59am
Stocks European shares edge higher with US election in spotlight; FRANFFURT: Europe’s STOXX 600 eked out minor gains on Tuesday led by gains in industrials as investors assessed a... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:58am
Money & Banking Asian currencies muted as US election looms BENGALURU: Philippine stocks rallied on Tuesday after the country’s quickening inflation signalled a sustained... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:57am
Money & Banking Yuan slips from 3-week high SHANGHAI: China’s yuan slipped on Tuesday, retreating from a three-week high against the dollar hit a day earlier,... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:53am
Stocks Wall St rallies on election day NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes rose on Tuesday in a broad rally, but investors still braced for volatile... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:51am
Cotton & Textile Spot rate increased by Rs2,00 to Rs18,000 per maund LAHORE: The Spot Rate Committee of the Karachi Cotton Association on Tuesday increased the spot rate by Rs2,00 per... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:50am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port handled 154,312 tons of cargo comprising 97,211 tons of import cargo and 57,101 tons of... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:49am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Monday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS and indices was recorded at PKR 29.300 billion... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:48am
The cost of ignoring energy poverty Last month, in September 2024, the world witnessed a grand spectacle at the United Nations as leaders assembled in... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:36am
Energy Oil prices edge up on weak dollar NEW YORK: Oil prices edged up about 1% on Tuesday on a weaker US dollar on the day when voters cast ballots in what... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:23am
When business starts politicking “I want to leave, it is getting too political”. “I cannot breathe, it is choking”. “Nothing I say gets... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:12am
Bridging the gap: PSC’s role in a changing Pakistan Constitutional foundations of the Public Service Commission, Articles 240, 241, and 242 of Pakistan’s Constitution... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 07:40am
Letters ‘Fiscal outcome in the first quarter’ This is apropos a Business Recorder op-ed “Fiscal outcome in the first quarter” carried by the newspaper... Published 06 Nov, 2024 07:00am
Israel is not a state; it’s a death cult “Elections of masters,” Marcuse says, “don’t change master slave relations”. By giving a false impression... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:58am
Analysing monetary policy statement EDITORIAL: The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), under the chairmanship of Jameel Ahmed, Governor State Bank of... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:55am
Where there’s smoke, there’s fire EDITORIAL: Canada’s Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister David Morrison would never have accused Indian Home Minister ... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:52am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: It’s more efficacious to act than talk “Is it a quid pro quo?” “I don’t think so — you double the numbers and give a five-year term to…”... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:45am
Commodities Gold prices fall KARACHI: The local gold prices saw a slight decline on Tuesday, following a global downtrend, traders said. Gold... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:31am
CBD launches initiative to improve air quality LAHORE: The Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), premier development authority of the province, has... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:27am
CCP holds session on ‘competition law’ at QAU ISLAMABAD: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP), as part of its partnership with the Directorate of Legal... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:26am
M-9 Motorway: minister directs immediate allocation of funds ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal directed the immediate release of allocated funds for M-8... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:24am
Govt committed to embracing digital transformation in all sectors: Minister ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja has said that the present government... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:24am
IGP Khattak granted charge of NACTA National Coordinator ISLAMABAD: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Muhammad Khalid Khan Khattak, an officer of the Police Service of... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:23am
Judicial intervention: IHC reinforces CCP’s autonomy in conducting probes without threat ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has reinforced the Competition Commission of Pakistan’s autonomy in... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:22am
Environmental sustainability: Mayor for private sector collaboration KARACHI: Highlighting the need for greater focus on environmental sustainability within society, Karachi Mayor... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:19am
COP29 conference: Minister discusses agenda, preparations for participation ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal said that Pakistan is... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:17am
Pakistan becomes member of IALA global maritime authority KARACHI: Pakistan has become a member of the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) as a private... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:12am
Minister stresses security audit of airports KARACHI: Sindh Home Minister Zia Ul Hassan Lanjar has emphasised conducting a security audit and ensuring that all... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:12am
‘More policy rate cut needed to boost economic activity’ KARACHI: President of the Hub Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Yakoob H Karim welcomed the 250 basis points... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:10am
Need stressed for promoting regional connectivity ISLAMABAD: Speakers on Tuesday stressed the need to translate Pakistan’s regional connectivity and infrastructure... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:08am
Over 3,600 mineral reserves geo-tagged LAHORE: The Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB), in collaboration with the Punjab Mines and Minerals... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:06am
PFA unearths unit producing substandard pickle LAHORE: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) unearthed a unit producing pickles with adulterated spices, substandard salt... Published 06 Nov, 2024 06:02am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Tuesday (November 05, 2024) and the forecast for Wednesday (November 06, 2024)... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Pakistan reaffirms support to Iran’s sovereignty, territorial integrity ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reiterated his total condemnation of Israel’s attack against... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Experts explain how diabetes causing severe health complications KARACHI: Diabetes has led to a surge in severe health complications in Pakistan with nearly three million patients... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Toshakhana-II case: Defence asked to complete arguments; hearing put off until 8th ISLAMABAD: A special court hearing Toshakhana-II case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
OIC session in Jeddah on 11th ISLAMABAD: An extraordinary session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) is scheduled to take place on... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Murad inaugurates ‘Counter-Terrorism Fusion Centre’ KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah inaugurated a cutting-edge facility, the Fusion Centre of the... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
ECP initiates defection proceedings against MNA Adil Khan Bazai ISLAMABAD: The electoral body has begun defection proceedings against Member National Assembly (MNA) Adil Khan ... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Comprehensive policy framework on HRs issues on the cards ISLAMABAD: Chairperson Senate Committee on Human Rights, Senator Samina Mumtaz Zehri on Tuesday announced plans to... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Two FC personnel martyred in DIK ISLAMABAD: In Daraban Police Station, in the limits of Dera Ismail Khan’s Frontier Constabulary’s vehicle came... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
PTI accuses govt of ‘attacking’ SC LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Secretary General Salman Akram Raja accused the government of ‘attacking’... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
EPD establishes ‘Smog War Room’ to address issue LAHORE: In response to the escalating smog situation, the Environment Protection Department has established a ... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Huraira to lead Pakistan Shaheens against Sri Lanka-A LAHORE: Mohammad Huraira has been appointed Pakistan Shaheens captain for the two four-day and three 50-over matches... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
ICC announces Future Tours Programme 2025-29: Pakistan to host England, New Zealand, Zimbabwe women’s cricket teams LAHORE: Pakistan will host England, New Zealand and Zimbabwe women’s cricket teams for the first time as ICC... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Punjab Police intensify action to prevent smog LAHORE: Punjab Police is actively working to prevent smog and protect the environment. Priority actions are ongoing... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
‘Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar’ Programme: Rs600m disbursed among over 850 beneficiaries LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s vision “Apna Chhat, Apna Ghar” programme is continuing... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
200-bed Centre Gynecology, Obstetrics in Pindi: Senate body annoyed over continued construction despite ban ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Housing and Works on Tuesday expressed annoyance over the continued... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Smog awareness counter set up at LGH: ‘Punjab govt taking serious steps to control smog’ LAHORE: Principal Ameer Uddin Medical College Prof Dr Muhammad Al-Fareed Zafar visited various wards of Lahore... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Justice Amin-ud-Din to head 7-member constitutional bench ISLAMABAD: The 12-member Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) by a majority of 7 to 5 picked Justice AminudDin Khan... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Tuesday (November 05, 2024). ==================================== BR... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Tuesday (November 05, 2024). ======================================= Offset... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Tuesday (November 05, 2024)... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Tuesday (November 05, 2024).... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Tuesday (November 05, 2024).... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Tuesday (November 05, 2024). ======================== Open Bid... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
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 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Monday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
10th Edition of Gulfood Manufacturing 2024: TDAP CEO, Pakistan ambassador inaugurate ‘Pakistan Pavilion’ KARACHI: Zubair Motiwala, CE, TDAP (Trade Development Authority of Pakistan), Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Ambassador of... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Coordinator to PM speaks about criticality of current IMF programme ISLAMABAD: Coordinator to Prime Minister on Implementation and Monitoring Rana Ihsaan Afzal on Tuesday said the... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
EMIs and PSOs/PSPs: SBP gives approval to two entities KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has given in-principle approval to two entities namely M/s Toko Lab ... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
August FCA: Nepra approves over 40 paisas provisional positive adjustment for KE ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved provisional positive adjustment of... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 09:05am
Trade, investment and P2P contacts: Islamabad, Tehran concur on exploring avenues ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran have emphasised the need to strengthen bilateral relations through increased trade,... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Banks and other financial institutions: SECP launches electronic mortgage register KARACHI: Securities Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) on Tuesday launched Electronic Mortgage Register for... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 09:25am
Infighting in Nepra worsens ISLAMABAD: Internal fighting in the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra), the power regulator, has... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 08:25am
Pleas against ‘amendment’: Two SC judges write to CJP for full court ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi has been urged to fix the petitions challenging the 26th... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Cabinet approves Hajj Policy 2025 ISLAMABAD: Federal Cabinet on Tuesday approved Hajj Policy 2025, besides significant decisions were made including... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
FBR acquiesces to changes in ‘Tajir Dost Scheme’ ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has agreed in principle major changes in the “Tajir Dost Scheme” for... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 08:26am
NPMC reviews price stabilisation strategies ISLAMABAD: In the month of October 2024, non-perishable food items experienced a controlled rise of 1.01 per cent as... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 09:07am
PSFCL board, NDRMF: Two decisions of CCoSOEs overturned by Cabinet ISLAMABAD: The Federal Cabinet has reportedly overturned two decisions of Cabinet Committee on State Owned... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 09:09am
Renegotiating or terminating contracts with IPPs: up to Rs300bn annual saving expected This is projected to result in a reduction of Rs 2-3 per unit in electricity tariffs Updated 06 Nov, 2024 11:37am
Notification issued: Contingency posts axed for cost savings: FD ISLAMABAD: The Finance Division notified that all contingency posts eliminated as part of efforts to reduce... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 09:04am
Rates PSX flying high KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange welcomed the interest rate cut decision and continued its record-breaking trend,... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Development goals: AIIB vows support to Pakistan ISLAMABAD: Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has reiterated the commitment to supporting Pakistan in... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 08:27am
Industry CCP implements comprehensive legal reforms ISLAMABAD: In a major step to promote fair competition and enhance market transparency, the Competition Commission ... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Collective efforts urged to fight cybersecurity threats ISLAMABAD: Aamir Ibrahim, CEO of Jazz, said Pakistan’s digital space requires collective efforts from government... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Meezan Bank inks agreement with ITFC to support private sector KARACHI: Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank announced a new strategic partnership with the International... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Imported chemicals: LCCI says concerned at regulatory changes in flash point standards LAHORE: The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has raised serious concerns regarding recent regulatory... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Taxes Negligence of tax dept exposed LAHORE: The Regional Tax Office (RTO) negligence has led to the invalidation of default surcharge notices issued to ... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
MoU on launch of ‘CM Punjab Livestock Card’ inked LAHORE: The Bank of Punjab (BoP) and the Punjab Livestock and Dairy Development Department (P&DDD) on Tuesday... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
FCCI chief lauds cut in policy rate FAISALABAD: Successive reduction in policy rate has proved beyond any doubt that the government’s economic ... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Industry President HCSTSI appreciates SBP for reducing policy rate HYDRABAD: Muhammad Saleem Memon, President, Hyderabad Chamber of Small Traders & Small Industry (HCSTSI), has... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Companies Telecom Cyber Security Awards 2024: Telenor Pakistan announces its top achievement ISLAMABAD: Telenor Pakistan announced its top achievement at the "Telecom Cyber Security Awards 2024," organised by... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
Stocks Sabzwari made PSX CEO KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has announced the appointment of Farrukh H Sabzwari as its Chief Executive... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:50am
PIA’s governance ‘flaws’ identified by SAEP KARACHI: The controversial sale of five Boeing 777 engines at below-market prices and the grounding of two aircraft... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 08:28am
PBF urges govt for urgent steps towards economic reforms KARACHI: The Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) has urged the government to take immediate steps towards economic reforms... Published 06 Nov, 2024 05:46am
Need to address environmental consequences: NA speaker ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Speaker, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, emphasised the need to address the environmental... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 06:07am
Ramzan Sugar Mills reference: ATC adjourns proceedings against PM, others LAHORE: An Anti-Corruption Court on Tuesday adjourned the proceedings in Ramzan Sugar Mills reference against Prime... Updated 06 Nov, 2024 08:04am
