Govt urged to treat all security agencies equally ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee on Planning, Development and Special Initiatives has... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:50am
Petition challenging ban on X: IHC to conduct hearing on Feb 6th ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has fixed February 6, 2025 as next date of hearing in a petition... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:49am
Industry High profile Chinese delegation visits TDAP KARACHI: A high profile international Chinese delegation on Tuesday visited Trade Development of Pakistan (TDAP). ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:47am
Companies inDrive’s B2B deliveries tripling in 2024 ISLAMABAD: inDrive, a leading ride-hailing and delivery service, has achieved a remarkable milestone in Pakistan ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:45am
Companies Engro’s deal shows investors’ confidence: Samad Dawood KARACHI: Tough measures taken by the government have helped achieve macroeconomic stability and revived investor... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:43am
Xi warns ‘no winners’ in trade war with US BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping warned Tuesday that there would be “no winners” in a trade war with the... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:42am
May 9, Nov 26 events: Aleema says IK seeks judicial probe ISLAMABAD: The founding chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan on Tuesday demanded a judicial inquiry... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:40am
Taxes ‘Clever’ taxpayer fails to bypass established procedures LAHORE: A ‘clever’ taxpayer has failed to bypass the established procedures for resolving tax disputes, as the... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:38am
Agriculture and Allied Punjab allocates Rs1.5bn for revival of kinnow orchards LAHORE: The Punjab government has earmarked Rs1.5 billion for revitalizing kinnow orchards covering 317,000 acres... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:37am
Punjab CM seeks Chinese cooperation in various fields LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif spent a busy day full of engagements during her visit to China and... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:35am
Distressed children and girls prefer to turn to railway stations LAHORE: The distressed and troubled children and girls prefer to turn to railways stations in pursuit of their... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:13am
GCUF holds calligraphy workshop & exhibition FAISALABAD: The Institute of Art and Design at Government College University Faisalabad (GCUF) organized a... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:10am
PTI splits into five factions, claims Azma LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has said that the fight between the sisters-in-law has divided the... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:09am
Anti-Rape Crisis Cell LAHORE: Inaugurating the Anti-Rape Crisis Cell, here at Services Hospital, Provincial Health Minister Khawaja Salman... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:05am
Court adjourns reference against Elahi LAHORE: An accountability court adjourned the proceedings in a reference against PTI President Pervez Elahi of... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:03am
FBR establishes ‘Faceless Customs Assessment’ ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has established Faceless Customs Assessment (FCA) to improve the... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:02am
PALSP says high energy tariffs brought steel sector to its knees ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s steel industry, the backbone of the country’s economy, is teetering on the edge of ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 08:01am
Sharjeel invites foreign investors to transport sector KARACHI: Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has invited international investors to invest in the transport sector. ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:58am
Chinese team discusses investment, tech transfer with Sindh minister KARACHI: Provincial Minister for Energy, Development and Planning Sindh Syed Nasir Hussain Shah meets a delegation ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:56am
Lack of qualified pharmacists woefully adding to healthcare challenges in Pakistan KARACHI: Pakistan’s healthcare system is facing a critical challenge: shortage of qualified and practising... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:52am
Awareness rally organized HYDERABAD: In connection of International Human rights day a rally was carried out by District Administration... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:51am
Literature Karachi Int’l Book Fair to begin tomorrow KARACHI: The 19th Karachi International Book Fair (KIBF) is all set to commence at the Karachi Expo Center Thursday... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:49am
Commodities Gold prices rise KARACHI: Gold continued its momentum on Tuesday following the global market’s uptrend, traders said. The precious... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:48am
Companies SBP partners with Systems Ltd, Temenos KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has partnered with Systems Limited and Temenos to upgrade and modernize ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:47am
AECH NORI hosting regional training course ISLAMABAD: Atomic Energy Cancer Hospital (AECH) NORI is hosting a Regional Training Course in collaboration with the... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:37am
CDA all set to restructure Enforcement Wing, Security Directorate ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is all set to restructure its Enforcement Wing and Security... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:36am
Christian community to get salaries, pensions on 20th ISLAMABAD: The federal government has decided to disburse pay and allowances/pensions for December 2024 in advance ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:35am
Voters, candidates in electoral processes: FAFEN calls to enhance participation of women ISLAMABAD: The Parliament, political parties, Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), and civil society must join... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:33am
Letters The plunder of water That we are extremely irresponsible in relation to the value of water is a fact that has found its best expression... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:29am
The unseen costs of power sector mismanagement The ongoing public discourse surrounding K-Electric’s PKR 68 billion claim for write-offs reveals an alarming gap... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:23am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: The Third Wife has more influence than the top party leadership appointed by the founder The clash of the Titans. “Well, the US had been trying to get rid of the Assad dynasty for decades, not years,... Published 11 Dec, 2024 07:20am
Britain’s FCA accused of failing to help thousands excluded from bank redress scheme LONDON: Britain’s financial watchdog was accused in London’s High Court on Tuesday of unlawfully failing to help... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Iran’s power undiminished after Assad’s fall: Guards commander TEHRAN: The commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Tuesday that the Islamic Republic had not been... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Global airlines forecast 2025 growth GENEVA: Global airline body IATA forecast on Tuesday industry-wide 2025 revenue of more than a trillion dollars and... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Rates PSX undergoes correction KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Tuesday witnessed a highly volatile session, and after moving in both ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Rebel-backed figure takes charge as Syria’s interim PM DAMASCUS: Syria’s new interim leader announced on Tuesday he was taking charge of the country as caretaker prime... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Gen Faiz formally charged: ISPR ISLAMABAD: The Field General Court Martial (FGCM) proceedings against Lieutenant General Faiz Hameed (retd) began on... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
South Asia India’s opposition parties move to impeach Vice President Dhankhar NEW DELHI: Indian opposition parties moved on Tuesday to impeach Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, a spokesman said,... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Russia takes step towards recognising Taliban govt MOSCOW: Russia moved a step closer towards recognising the Taliban government of Afghanistan on Tuesday as ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Europe Iraq abuse claims: Ex-UK lawyer sentenced for fraud LONDON: A former British lawyer who became known for bringing lawsuits on behalf of Iraqi civilians accusing British... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Punjab governor tells Sindh CM: PPP to regain its position in Punjab LAHORE: Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah has said that the PPP believes in politics of public service aimed... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Pakistan condemns Israel’s aggression against Syria, illegal seizure ISLAMABAD: Pakistan, on Tuesday, condemned in strongest possible terms the Israel’s recent aggression against ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Omar Ayub secures pre-arrest bail in 5 separate cases ISLAMABAD: The opposition chief in the National Assembly and senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Omar Ayub... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
700 Pakistani families living in Syria: NDMA directed to arrange special flights from Beirut ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to arrange... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
KP CM increases seed money of CMEEF PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, Ali Amin Khan Gandapur, has announced enhancement of seed money for... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Digital technology: a promising future for cotton farming Digital technology has revolutionised industries across the globe, and its impact on agriculture has become... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 08:32am
Failing to get along It was an empty relationship. She just does not understand. He just does not listen. There were just too many... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 08:29am
Work on Suthra Punjab begins LAHORE: Punjab Local Government Minister Zeeshan Rafiq has said that after the launch of the Suthra Punjab ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
PTI leader alludes to ‘civil disobedience movement’ ISLAMABAD: Leader of the opposition in the National Assembly Omar Ayub Khan has announced on the floor of the house... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Govt committed to ensuring equal opportunities: PM ISLAMABAD: Amid worst human rights violations such as enforced disappearances, arbitrary arrests and detentions and... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
CJP advocates access to justice for marginalised people ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi highlighted the importance of ensuring access to justice for... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Stocks Wall Street holds steady in anticipation of inflation data NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes were little changed in choppy trading on Tuesday, as investor focus remained... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Stocks European stocks dip, ignoring China rally LONDON: European equities dipped on Tuesday, taking cues from tech-led declines on Wall Street rather than building... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Stocks China stocks give up some gains HONG KONG: Chinese equities eased gains while Hong Kong stocks declined on Tuesday as the initial optimism over... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Stocks Nikkei gains on weaker yen TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average advanced on Tuesday as a softer yen lifted exporter shares, while stocks with ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port Trust, Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 140,312 tonnes of cargo comprising 82,699 tonnes of import cargo and 57,613... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Tuesday (December 10, 2024) and the forecast for Wednesday (December 11, 2024)... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Monday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Tuesday (December 10, 2024). ========================== KIBOR... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Tuesday (December 10, 2024).... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Tuesday (December 10, 2024). ==================================== BR... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Energy KE’s Rs68bn write-off claims: Nepra reserves verdict ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) on Tuesday reserved its decision regarding the... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Commodities Dalian iron ore jumps on China stimulus vows SINGAPORE: Dalian iron ore futures prices surged to their highest in two months on Tuesday after Beijing eased its... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Commodities Japanese rubber futures down SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures edged lower for the second straight session on Tuesday, as a batch of soft... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Commodities Copper prices fall LONDON: Copper prices in London eased on Tuesday, reversing part of Monday’s 1.2% climb, under pressure from a... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Commodities Gold hits two-week high NEW YORK: Gold prices hit a two-week high on Tuesday, underpinned by rising geopolitical tensions and expectations ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Energy Oil prices rise on China stimulus, possible tight supply in Europe HOUSTON: Oil prices rose on Tuesday as markets looked to rising demand in China, the world’s largest buyer, and... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Monday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS and indices was recorded at PKR 32.503 billion... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Tuesday, (December 10, 2024)... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Cotton & Textile Modest business on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Tuesday remained steady and the trading volume remained low. Cotton Analyst... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Energy US natural gas prices slide NEW YORK: US natural gas futures slid about 3% on Tuesday on rising output, forecasts for milder weather and lower... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Energy Palm oil futures slip JAKARTA: Malaysian palm oil futures closed lower on Tuesday after data from the industry regulator showed a drop in... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
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 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Tuesday (December 10, 2024). ======================== Open Bid... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Tuesday (December 10, 2024).... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Tuesday (December 10, 2024)... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Tuesday (December 10, 2024). ======================================= Offset... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
8 baggasse-fired IPPs: Settlement deals okayed by Cabinet Central Power Purchasing Agency to approach National Electric Power Regulatory Authority to reduce the tariff of electricity generated by these plants Updated 11 Dec, 2024 03:10pm
SIFC to take up critical energy sector issues today ISLAMABAD: The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) will take up critical issues in meeting scheduled to... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 03:11pm
Banking sector: ADR-based tax system alternatives discussed ISLAMABAD: A high-level meeting was held Tuesday under the chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 09:25am
Baggage rules: FBR withdraws draft notification ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Tuesday withdrew draft notification i.e. SRO 2028(I)/2024, proposing... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 09:02am
Budgetary support: Over Rs2trn borrowings cleared in just 5 months KARACHI: In a positive turn on the economic front, borrowings by both the federal and provincial governments for... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 09:18am
Civilian jails: Plea seeking transfer of military custody detainees rejected ISLAMABAD: The Constitutional Bench of the Supreme Court has rejected the prayer of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 09:26am
World Bank likely to approve $240m KWSSIP-2 tomorrow ISLAMABAD: The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors is likely to approve “Second Karachi Water and Sewerage... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 09:13am
US sanctions Chinese cybersecurity firm WASHINGTON: The US slapped sanctions on a Chinese cybersecurity company and one of its employees Tuesday, accusing ... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
IATA chief says sustainable plane fuel supply not enough GENEVA: The head of the world aviation industry body complained Tuesday that the current supply of new low-carbon... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Flight resumption: UK’s go-ahead likely by first quarter of 2025 KARACHI: Pakistan is likely to get a go-ahead from British aviation authorities to resume flight operations by first... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 09:24am
Mobile apps: SBP issues new guidelines for transaction security KARACHI: In a significant step to improve the security of digital payments, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 09:19am
Karachi-Turbat-Karachi flights to resume on 16th KARACHI: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is set to resume flights between Karachi and Turbat by December 16,... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
New Gwadar International Airport: PAA all set to start operations next month KARACHI: Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) is all set to commence flights operations at the New Gwadar International... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 09:01am
34 banks declared withholding agents ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has declared 34 banks as withholding agents for the purpose of... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 09:11am
Telecom operators set prerequisites for launch of 5G ISLAMABAD: Telecom operators have set prerequisites including local currency payments, staggered payment plans, and... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Sindh CM meets businessmen: Promoting industrial growth should be primary objective LAHORE: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah emphasized that promoting industrial growth should be a primary... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Continuing turmoil in the Middle East EDITORIAL: Western and Middle Eastern capitals and commentators alike taking comfort in the fall of the Assad regime... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 08:19am
Rethinking housing solutions **EDITORIAL: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb’s timely observations while addressing the International... Updated 11 Dec, 2024 08:21am
Taxes 9,900 out of 10,515 complaints resolved: FTO ISLAMABAD: The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) Secretariat received 10,515 complaints during the past ten months, of... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Industry SECP appellate bench manages 314 cases till date ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Appellate Bench, an apex quasi-judicial Appellate forum, has... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Money & Banking US dollar rises NEW YORK: The dollar rose on Tuesday ahead of US inflation data that could offer clues about the Federal Reserve’s... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
Money & Banking Asian currencies: Taiwan dollar largely unchanged BENGALARU: The Taiwan dollar was largely unchanged. Taiwan’s defence ministry said China is deploying its largest... Published 11 Dec, 2024 06:45am
‘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