Barrister Gohar earns ire of Aleema ISLAMABD: Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, the chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), earned ire of Aleema Khan, the... Published 06 Dec, 2024 09:02am
Companies Careem partners with PSO to simplify Captains’ journey KARACHI: Careem and Pakistan State Oil (PSO) have collaborated to offer PSO’s products and services on discounts ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 09:00am
Cotton & Textile Textile industry: CCRI Multan Head for aligning incentives to revive cotton sector LAHORE: Sajid Mahmood, Head of the Transfer of Technology Department at the Central Cotton Research Institute ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 08:59am
Taxes Committees formed for procurements at FBR ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Thursday constituted committees for procurements at FBR in connection... Published 06 Dec, 2024 08:58am
Essential staples feared to get critical hit KARACHI: The country’s essential staples are feared to get a critical hit as the expected lower rains may... Published 06 Dec, 2024 08:56am
Industry ‘New Gwadar Airport ready for takeoff by month-end’ KARACHI: The Acting Director General of the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA), Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Zeeshan Saeed,... Published 06 Dec, 2024 08:54am
Mysterious death of PU student: ‘No incident of firing occurred at places of incident’ LAHORE: On the mysterious death of a Punjab University student, the university administration said in an emergency... Published 06 Dec, 2024 08:53am
Toshakhana-II case: IHC issues notice Bushra regarding cancellation of bail ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) issued notice to Bushra Bibi, wife of founder Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf... Published 06 Dec, 2024 08:49am
Failed candidates recruitment process JMs (BS-21): IHC orders FPSC chairman to disclose merit details ISLAMABAD: Islamabad High Court (IHC) has ordered the Chairman Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) to disclose... Published 06 Dec, 2024 08:48am
IK announces power show in Peshawar on 13th ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and ex-prime minister Imran Khan on Thursday announced a grand... Published 06 Dec, 2024 08:46am
Energy KE removes 6,096 illegal kunda connections KARACHI: K-Electric (KE) reiterated its commitment to combating electricity theft and ensuring timely bill payments.... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 09:03am
KPK govt’s refusal to join APC for peace outrageous: Azma LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari, has said that the refusal of the provincial government of KPK, to... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 09:03am
P@SHA chief tells Senate body: Lack of clear policy on VPN, internet use is counterproductive ISLAMABAD: The potential short- and medium-term economic impact of restrictions on virtual private networks (VPNs)... Published 06 Dec, 2024 08:41am
PSW’s latest initiatives, future projects highlighted KARACHI: Deputy Collector Customs & Domain Officer Pakistan Single Window (PSW) Muhammad Asim Awan, while... Published 06 Dec, 2024 07:43am
Pakistan, Czech Republic JMC to be held from April 28 next year ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Czech Republic Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) scheduled to be held on April 28-29, 2025... Published 06 Dec, 2024 07:40am
Paper leakage and other discrepancies: PMDC directed to ensure necessary safeguards are in place ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee on National Health Services and Regulations has directed ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 07:37am
Chinese embassy in Syria tells citizens to ‘leave country as soon as possible’ BEIJING: China’s embassy sent an urgent notice on Thursday advising its citizens to leave Syria “as soon as... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
Middle East Syrian rebels capture key city of Hama in fresh blow to Assad AMMAN/BEIRUT: Syrian rebels captured the key city of Hama on Thursday, bringing the insurgents a major victory after... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
The Next Phase in Renewable Energy With Battery Storage Syed M Qamar ul Islam – Supernet Infrastructure Solutions Pvt Ltd Coupling renewable power including solar with... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in Pakistan: Benefits and Sungrow's Contribution Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are emerging as a critical component of modern energy infrastructure. BESS... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
Empowering Pakistan's Solar Transformation with Global Leading Solutions Trinasolar, a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) and smart energy solutions has launched its latest n-type i-TOPCon... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
Solar Power & Energy Storage: Usman Waheed: Country Manager Sungrow Power Supply Ltd Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are rapidly gaining traction in Pakistan as a vital solution to the ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
Solar Power & Energy Storage: Edison Zhou, Group Director of Pakistan, Australia & New Zealand, Trinasolar Asia Pacific As one of the top global leaders in solar technology, Trinasolar is an industry pioneer in n-type i-TOPCon and 210mm... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
Solar Power & Energy Storage: Jamal Nasir Khan, Chief Executive Officer – Supernet Limited SuperInfra, a Supernet company, has been a trusted partner in providing innovative technology solutions in the... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Thursday (December 05, 2024) and the forecast for Friday (December 06, 2024)... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
Bilawal, Dar decide to resolve disagreements ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
ADB mission visits NTDC Headquarters LAHORE: A mission from the Asian Development Bank visited the NTDC Headquarters at WAPDA House Lahore, for meeting... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
EU team, minister discuss issues facing minorities LAHORE: In order to strengthen cooperation between the European Union and the Punjab government, particularly in... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
13th SAARC ENT Congress begins today KARACHI: We are delighted to host 13th SAARC ENT Congress on 6th, 7th, and 8th Dec 2024 at a local hotel in Karachi... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
CM inaugurates ‘Prof Hashmat Youth Development Centre’ at SMIU KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah inaugurated the Prof. Hashmat Lodi Youth Development Centre at... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
Rahat Kada Hospice hosts successful ‘Tea & Talk’ event KARACHI: Rahat Kada Hospice, hosted a “Tea & Talk” event to showcase its refurbished facilities and raise... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
Ambassador Sadiq reappointed Special Envoy in Afghanistan ISLAMABAD: The federal government has reappointed Ambassador Muhammad Sadiq as Special Envoy of Pakistan in... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:59am
President sends back Madrassas Bill to PMO ISLAMABAD: President Asif Zardari has sent back the Madrasas Registration Bill with objections to the Prime... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Omar, PTI leaders held outside Adiala Jail ISLAMABAD: In the wake of indictment of Imran Khan, the incarcerated founding chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Fake news: Commanders urge govt to implement strict laws ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Army has emphasised the urgent need for the government to implement stringent regulations to... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Law and order situation: KP Governor’s all-party moot raises concern PESHAWAR: The All-Party Conference (APC) of the provincial level political leadership of Khyber Pakthunkhwa held... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 09:37am
Girl’s accident: Nepra imposes Rs200m fine on Iesco ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has imposed Rs 200 million fine on Islamabad... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
May 9 GHQ attack case: IK among 100 other PTI leaders indicted by ATC ISLAMABAD: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Thursday indicted ex-prime minister Imran Khan along with over 100 other... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Stocks Wall Street pauses for breath with payrolls data in sight NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes were mostly flat on Thursday after recording all-time closing highs in the... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Stocks European stocks finish at one-month high PARIS: European stocks closed at a more than one-month high on Thursday, aided by bank stocks as investors hoped a... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Stocks China stocks range-bound HONG KONG: China stocks traded within a narrow range on Thursday, while Hong Kong shares dipped, as investors... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Stocks Nikkei climbs for fourth straight day on Wall Street boost TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average rose for a fourth consecutive day on Thursday as a record high on Wall Street... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
KSA’s Vision 2030 model: Aurangzeb highlights importance of learning ISLAMABAD: The Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, attended virtually the 1st... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Amendments to PECA under review, confirms minister ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunications Shaza Fatima confirmed that ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Ahsan for equipping capital with modern, accountable governance system ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal emphasised the urgency of... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
53rd martyrdom anniversary of Major Shabbir commemorated RAWALPINDI: The Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, the Service Chiefs, and the Armed Forces of Pakistan... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Work on schemes under LDA to start soon LAHORE: Commissioner Lahore Zaid Bin Masood has said that work on the schemes under the Lahore Development Plan ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Madrassah Bill 2024: Vawda, Rana Sanaullah meet Fazl ISLAMABAD: Senator Faisal Vawda and Prime Minister’s Advisor on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah, Thursday, called... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
UHS research board approves IT-based monitoring for PG students LAHORE: The University of Health Sciences (UHS) has approved the introduction of an IT-based monitoring system to... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
KP Planning Commission’s officers: Senate body concerned over performance ISLAMABAD: Senate Standing Committee on Planning, Development and Special Initiatives expressed serious concern over... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Seminar on ‘Quality Education & Accreditation’ held at GCWUF FAISALABAD: Government College Women University Faisalabad (GCWUF) organized a seminar in collaboration with the... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Companies PTA, NCERT sign MoU ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) and the National Computer Emergency Response Team (NCERT)... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Issuance of fitness certificates: Private workshop to be upgraded LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to upgrade the private workshop to help expedite issuing of fitness... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Appointment of Dar as Deputy PM: LHC seeks replies from centre & Law Ministry on ICA LAHORE: A division bench of the Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday sought replies from the federal government and... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Bailable arrest warrants for Bushra issued ISLAMABAD: A special court on Thursday issued bailable arrest warrants for Bushra Bibi, the wife of PTI jailed... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Nov terrorist attacks surge 27pc MoM ISLAMABAD: Pakistan experienced 61 terrorist attacks in November 2024, marking a 27 percent increase compared to the... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Dar briefs diplomats “Greedy for Portfolios, Samdhi (GPS) invited diplomats to inform them of the government’s narrative. My question... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 08:32am
Peace, security, justice: US affirms support to Pakistan ISLAMABAD: The United States (US) has announced that it stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Pakistan in advancing ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
8 terrorists killed in two KP IBOs ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Army neutralised eight terrorists in two separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Need for institutional reforms Pakistan’s economy has started showing positive signs of recovery and resilience after years of grappling with... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 08:09am
A truly global economic policy needed In an October 24 post by The Guardian, it highlighted the comments made by Kristalina Georgieva, the head of... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 08:12am
Letters ‘The looming challenge to dollar dominance’ This is apropos three letters to the Editor titled “The looming challenge to dollar dominance” by this writer... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
A call for robust public sector insurance Pakistan’s general insurance sector lags behind its Asian peers due to several factors, including low financial... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 08:19am
Islamic banking and finance in Pakistan: challenges and roadmap “Allah has permitted trade and forbidden usury”. Al Baqarah. The creation of Pakistan was indeed based on the... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 08:31am
Rates Another milestone achieved KARACHI: A bull run continued as Pakistan Stock Exchange on Thursday hit new highest-ever levels with impressive... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Ministry allowed to procure 0.2m refurbished Chromebooks ISLAMABAD: The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has allowed the Ministry of Federal Education &... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 02:55pm
Until decision on 26th Amendment: Justice Mansoor urges CJP to put off JCP meeting ISLAMABAD: Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah, while expressing reservations on holding of Judicial Commission of... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 09:33am
Q1FY25: Nepra approves Rs1.96/unit positive uniform adjustment ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved positive uniform adjustment of Rs... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 02:47pm
Earlier order recalled: Prior approval a must for PIA sell-off, SC tells govt ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court recalled its earlier order directing the government not to privatise Pakistan... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 09:05am
Energy US natural gas up NEW YORK: US natural gas futures edged up about 1% on Thursday on forecasts for cooler weather and more heating... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Commodities Asia coffee: Supply remains limited in Vietnam HANOI/BANDAR LAMPUNG, (Indonesia): Trading activity was dull in Vietnam as fresh coffee beans from the 2024/25... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Commodities Iron ore futures slide BEIJING: Iron ore futures prices slid on Thursday as investor sentiment dampened after state media in top consumer... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Commodities Palm oil rises on forecasts of lower stocks JAKARTA: Malaysian palm oil futures climbed on Thursday, helped by estimated lower November stocks in the country,... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port Trust, Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 173,235 tons of cargo comprising 115,565 tonnes of import cargo and 57,670... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Wednesday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS and indices was recorded at PKR 28.416... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures lose ground SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures nudged lower on Thursday, snapping a two-day winning streak, as uncertain demand... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Commodities Copper lower on weak risk appetite LONDON: Copper prices edged lower on Thursday, weighed down by lacklustre risk appetite amid uncertainty about... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday, (December 05, 2024)... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Cotton & Textile Spot rate loses Rs100 per maund LAHORE: The Spot Rate Committee of the Karachi Cotton Association (KCA) on Thursday decreased the spot rate by Rs ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Commodities Asia rice: Indian export prices fall; Vietnam, Thailand demand muted BENGALURU /MUMBAI/HANOI/BANGKOK/DHAKA: Prices of parboiled rice exported from India fell this week as the rupee... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Commodities Gold prices firm as spotlight shifts to US payrolls data NEW YORK: Gold prices steadied on Thursday as investors held back from placing big bets ahead of US non-farm ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Commodities Gold moves up slightly KARACHI: The local gold prices made a slight recovery on Thursday as the global rates inched up close to $2, 650 per... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Energy Supplemental charges: Pesco seeks revision of allocation criteria ISLAMABAD: Terming the current mechanism of allocation of supplemental charges unjustified, Peshawar Electric Power... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
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 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Thursday (December 05, 2024). ========================== KIBOR... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
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 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Thursday (December 05, 2024). ======================== Open ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Thursday (December 05, 2024).... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (December 05, 2024).... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Thursday (December 05, 2024)... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Thursday (December 05, 2024). ======================================= ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Thursday (December 05, 2024). ==================================== ... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Aurangzeb officially launches ESG Sustain Portal provides companies with a robust tool to report climate-related data, disclose sustainability progress and share gender-disaggregated statistics Updated 06 Dec, 2024 03:21pm
Petroleum products: PM for measures to combat smuggling ISLAMABAD: As there is no let-up in smuggling of petroleum products, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 02:53pm
Outsourcing process for three airports ordered ISLAMABAD: Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal directed the Aviation Ministry to... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 02:53pm
Govt reaffirms commitment to complete IMF programme ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to ensuring a smooth and... Updated 06 Dec, 2024 02:48pm
Energy OPEC+ delays oil output hike until April, extends cuts into 2026 LONDON/MOSCOW/ DUBAI: OPEC+ on Thursday pushed back the start of oil output rises by three months until April and... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
SBP’s reserves cross $12bn mark KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced that its foreign exchange reserves surpassed $12 billion by... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Riyadh extends $3bn deposits term by 1 year KARACHI: In a significant move, Saudi Arabia has extended the term of its $3 billion deposits with Pakistan for an... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
Companies Hub Power Holdings partners with MCPL KARACHI: Hub Power Holdings Limited (HPHL), a wholly owned subsidiary of The Hub Power Company Limited, has entered... Published 06 Dec, 2024 06:58am
‘Fake’ purchase of coal by cement makers: Abrupt transfer of officers halts probe into Rs11bn tax fraud
Ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed arraigned on charges of ‘engaging in political activities’ among others, says ISPR
‘Fake’ purchase of coal by cement makers: Abrupt transfer of officers halts probe into Rs11bn tax fraud