Justice Mansoor calls for issuing carbon bonds finance mechanism ISLAMABAD: Senior puisne judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, Justice Mansoor Ali Shah has called upon the... Published 18 Dec, 2024 09:09am
People of Pakistan, Turkey have strong, enduring bonds: envoy ISLAMABAD: The bonds between the people of Pakistan and Turkey are strong and enduring, with both nations standing ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 09:07am
Polio teams’ security beefed up LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed the police and administration to make foolproof... Published 18 Dec, 2024 09:05am
CTD Punjab foils major terror plot; 16 militants held LAHORE: The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) Punjab successfully thwarted a major terrorism plot, arresting 16... Published 18 Dec, 2024 09:03am
Over 1100 surgeries performed under children’s heart surgeries programme LAHORE: Over 1100 innocent children have undergone successful surgeries under the ‘Chief Minister’s Children’s... Published 18 Dec, 2024 09:01am
Body posts proposed JCP (Appointment of Judges) Rules, 2024 on website ISLAMABAD: The Rules Committee on Tuesday posted the proposed Judicial Commission of Pakistan (Appointment of ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 09:00am
CDA says construction cost of Islamabad Jail escalates to Rs7.4bn, reflecting 89.7pc increase ISLAMABAD: The construction cost of Islamabad Jail has escalated to Rs7.4 billion from Rs3.9 billion which reflects... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:59am
Fire safety: Over 70pc of buildings lack emergency exits in Karachi KARACHI: Karachi’s fire safety drew criticism as experts revealed over 70% of buildings lack emergency exits, with... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:58am
84 visas issued to Indian Yatrees ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has issued 84 visas to a group of Indian Yatrees (pilgrims) for their visit to the sacred Shri... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:56am
SC cannot reappraise evidence and undo decision of case: CJP ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice Yahya Afridi stated that the Supreme Court in its advisory jurisdiction under Article 186 ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:54am
KP flood relief: Japan grants $9.91m aid ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Japan signed $ 9.91 million grant-in-aid project aimed at improving the maternal and child... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:53am
Madrassa bill: MQM-P conditionally supports Fazl ISLAMABAD: A delegation led by senior leadership of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P), Tuesday, called ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:52am
Kurram district: 29 children die due to lack of treatment, roads’ closure since Oct PESHAWAR: 29 children have died to lack of treatment and closure of roads in the sectarian volatile tribal Kurram... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:50am
APPMA for cultural exchange among Pak physicians HYDERABAD: Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America (APPNA) is renowned for fostering... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:44am
Central control room set up to monitor Suthra Punjab LAHORE: The Punjab Local Government Department has set up a central control room in the provincial civil secretariat... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:36am
Control room with AI, drone cameras to supervise town planning: LDA LAHORE: Lahore Development Authority (LDA) Director General Tahir Farooq has said that the control room comprising... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:36am
Crackdown on timber smuggling continues LAHORE: The Forest Department Punjab has seized two Mazda trucks, one Toyota Hilux, and a Shehzore truck loaded with... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:34am
DRAP ‘registers’ another Made in Pakistan ventilator KARACHI: The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) has registered’ another locally produced ventilator,... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:31am
Industry SECP warns public against illegal deposit/investment scheme ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) advices public against another illegal... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:30am
Statistics Jul-Nov FY25: Textile group exports up 10.51pc to $7.607bn YoY ISLAMABAD: The country’s textile group exports increased by 10.51 percent in first five months (July-November) of... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:22am
Industry 245 non-compliant brands of cigarette packs are sold in domestic market: survey ISLAMABAD: A survey conducted by Institute of Public Opinion Research (IPOR) has disclosed that out of total 264... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:21am
PM satisfied with CA surplus ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday expressed satisfaction over the country’s attainment of a... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:18am
Jul-Nov FDI soars 31pc to $1.124bn YoY KARACHI: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Pakistan surpassed the $1 billion mark during the first five months of... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:15am
MENA Dubai unveils its comprehensive 2025 retail calendar DUBAI: Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET),... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:10am
Energy Nov FCA: 63 paisas per unit negative adjustment sought ISLAMABAD: The Central Power Purchasing Agency-Guaranteed (CPPA-G) has sought negative adjustment of paisa 63 per... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:08am
Riali-II HPP: Security package papers up for ECC nod tomorrow ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet, scheduled to meet on Thursday (Dec 19), is set... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:08am
Taxes Crackdown launched on sales tax evaders LAHORE: The sales tax department has taken strong stance against tax evasion, rejecting the plea of an importer who... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:05am
Commodities Gold prices slump KARACHI: Gold prices slumped on Tuesday following the downtrend in the global bullion value receding below $2,650 ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 08:04am
Letters Landhi Cottage Industry project: the plight of affected allottees About 31 years ago in April 1993, KMC announced a project namely Landhi Cottage Industry on Wool Washing Area near... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:46am
Untapped minerals economy Mining the earth for natural resources is a profitable business strategy employed by many nations, including China,... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:40am
Parenting in disruptive times What happens when your daughter messages you with lol written at the end? If you are a baby boomer parent you will... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:34am
Polio resurgence EDITORIAL: Kicking off this year’s anti-polio drive on Sunday at special ceremony Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:20am
MPS: further cut in key interest rate EDITORIAL: The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) reduced the policy rate by 200 basis points to 13 percent during... Published 18 Dec, 2024 07:11am
Fazl urges govt to notify madrassa bill immediately ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman said that the Societies Registration (Amendment)... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 09:25am
Ogra recommends significant hike in gas prices ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has recommended a significant hike in gas prices for both gas... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 08:56am
Govt relaxes winter dress code for school students KARACHI: The Sindh government announced a major relief for school students and their parents across the province,... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Dar arrives in Cairo to attend Council of FMs of D-8 ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar has arrived in Cairo to attend the... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 09:14am
‘IK’s virtual attendance’: ECP seeks explanation from jail authorities ISLAMABAD: Failing to ensure virtual attendance of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in the contempt cases, the poll... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
PTI invited by govt for talks ISLAMABAD: After jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan gave a green signal for talks with the government, the ruling... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Tackling climate, nature separately risks worsening crises: UN PARIS: Over consumption and unsustainable farming are fuelling overlapping crises in nature and the climate, putting... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Pope says escaped two attempts on his life in Iraq VATICAN CITY: Pope Francis escaped two attempts on his life during his historic trip to Iraq in March 2021, ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Russian military’s chemical weapons chief killed in Moscow blast MOSCOW: The head of the Russian army’s chemical weapons division was killed on Tuesday in a brazen attack in ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Russia launched ‘intensive offensive’ in Kursk with N Korean troops KYIV: Russia has used North Korean troops at the heart of an “intensive offensive” in its western Kursk region... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Middle East Gaza ceasefire talk swirls as officials push for deal Netanyahu’s whereabouts unclear amid ceasefire talks Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Kissan Day: Fatima Fertilizer’s unstoppable journey to empower farmers On December 18, 2019, a historic initiative took root. Fatima Fertilizer introduced Kissan Day, a first-of-its-kind... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Qatar National Day: Message from H.E. Nayef Shahein R. M Al-Sulaiti, Consul General of the State of Qatar in Karachi On the auspicious occasion of anniversary of the National Day of the State of Qatar I hereby extend my felicitations... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Qatar National Day: Explore Qatar’s Eco-Friendly Destinations Qatar has many touristic characters with its natural reserves, historic forts, international resorts and five star... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Tuesday (December 17, 2024) and the forecast for Wednesday (December 18, 2024)... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Rates PSX ends bullish spree as investors opt to book profit on available margins KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Tuesday witnessed highly volatile session and the index after moving in both... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
UAF organises two-day photography workshop FAISALABAD: It is essential to create an enabling environment to flourish creativity and imagination among the youth... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Reconstruction of roads and footpaths: SSGC pays all road cutting payments to local depts KARACHI: Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) is currently engaged in the rehabilitation of its aging gas distribution... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Sewage samples from eight districts test positive for poliovirus ISLAMABAD: The Regional Reference Laboratory for Polio Eradication at the National Institute of Health (NIH) has... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
SAU holds national conference on philosophy of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai HYDERABAD: Sindh Agriculture University’s Umerkot Sub-Campus organized a national conference to explore the... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Industry PTA resumes issuance of Class Licenses for Data Services ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has resumed the issuance of Class Licenses for Data... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Practice test held for Hiffz students KARACHI: Alkhidmat Foundation’s Education Department (Madaris) recently organized a large-scale practice test for... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
New prices of wheat flour notified in Karachi KARACHI: The Karachi administration on Tuesday announced new prices of wheat flour (Atta) in the city, effective ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Defamation suit: LHC dismisses petition of Imran Khan to set aside trial court’s decision LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition of PTI former chairman Imran Khan praying to set aside... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
LHC CJ Aalia Neelum announces construction of judicial tower in provincial metropolis LAHORE: The Lahore High Court Chief Justice Aalia Neelum on Tuesday announced construction of a judicial tower in ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
KP launches 5 more mobile food testing labs PESHAWAR: The provincial government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa launched five more state-of-the-art mobile food testing... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Govt to implement int’l HR conventions: SACM Sodha KARACHI: Special Assistant to the Chief Minister for Human Rights, Rajvir Singh Sodha has reaffirmed the Sindh... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Stocks Wall St falls on caution over Fed decision NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes fell on Tuesday, as investors turned cautious ahead of the Federal ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Stocks Banks, oil stocks knock European shares to two-week lows FRANKFURT: Europe’s STOXX 600 fell to two-week lows on Tuesday, pressured by losses in energy and bank stocks, as... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Stocks Indian shares slump on caution before Fed meeting MUMBAI: Indian shares slipped on Tuesday, on across-the-board selling as investors braced for the Federal ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Stocks China, HK stocks sink as lack of stimulus details SINGAPORE: China and Hong Kong stocks hit their lowest in more than a week on Tuesday as the lack of details of... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Stocks Sri Lankan shares rise for 16th straight session COLOMBO: Sri Lankan shares on Tuesday closed higher and marked their 16th consecutive session of gains, with energy... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Stocks Nikkei reverses course to close lower TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average gave up early gains on Tuesday to close lower as caution prevailed ahead of... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: There are quite a few nasal deliverers amongst the current batch of federal ministers “When you defend your performance against mounting criticism, what is the best approach?” “Hmmm go on the... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
MENA Dubai-Riyadh 6th busiest international travel route as Asian business hubs dominate DUBAI: Asian business hubs dominated international flight traffic in 2024 with 7 of the top 10 international busiest... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Guardians of the seas The Pakistan Navy is participating in an important component of regional maritime security, the protection of... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 08:01am
Facing external pressures On expiry of my term as Chairman Pakistan Science Foundation (PSF) in August 2005, I paid a farewell visit to the... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 07:51am
Grains BD issues new tender to buy 50,000 tons of rice HAMBURG: Bangladesh’s state grains buyer has issued an international tender to purchase 50,000 metric tons of ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 179,642 tonnes of cargo comprising 98,262 tonnes of import cargo and 81,380... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Grains France sees soft wheat sowing rebounding after rain relents PARIS: France’s farm ministry on Tuesday estimated that planting of the country’s main wheat crop for the 2025... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Monday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Tuesday (December 17, 2024).... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Tuesday (December 17, 2024)... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Tuesday (December 17, 2024). ======================================= Offset... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Tuesday (December 17, 2024). ==================================== BR... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Interest rate cut to help stimulate economic growth: PM Says reduction in interest rate to encourage businesses and investors Updated 18 Dec, 2024 05:20pm
Nov CA surplus hits 10-year peak KARACHI: Pakistan’s current account recorded a 10-year high monthly surplus of $729 million in November 2024,... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Azma describes CM’s China visit as ‘turning point for Punjab’ LAHORE: Terming the recent visit of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif to China as “significant and turning... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 09:21am
Aleema says IK may ask expats to halt remittances ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan has said he would call overseas Pakistanis to... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 02:43pm
Cabinet gives the go-ahead to ‘Singapore Convention’ ISLAMABAD: The Federal Cabinet, in its meeting held here on Tuesday, accorded approval for Pakistan to sign the... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 09:37am
Sugar stock monitoring body notified ISLAMABAD: The government has notified the high-level committee constituted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif tasked... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 02:44pm
Target set for attaining 50/100 Mbps broadband speed ISLAMABAD: The government, terming 2025 as year of 5G, has prepared an ambitious target including attaining an... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 03:56pm
Curial agenda on table as ECC meets tomorrow ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet is scheduled for Thursday (tomorrow), which will... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 08:55am
Tax rates can be reduced if revenue generated effectively: FBR chief LAHORE: Chairman Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Rashid Mahmood Langrial has agreed with Lahore Chamber of Commerce... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 03:43pm
Energy OGDC considers disconnecting CPPs next month ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has considered the disconnection of Captive Power Plants... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Talks on ‘Digital Nation Bill’ inconclusive ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication meeting’s... Updated 18 Dec, 2024 09:36am
SECP issues circular on cybersecurity guidelines for ‘eZfile’ users ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) on Tuesday directed the management of ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Taxes PRAL’s restructuring plan submitted to ECC ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is said to have submitted restructuring plan of PRAL (Pakistan Revenue... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Commodities Soybeans recover some ground but big Brazilian harvest looms CANBERRA: Chicago soybean futures edged higher on Tuesday after falling in the previous session on... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Commodities Japan rubber futures lose ground on softer Chinese demand SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures fell on Tuesday, as concerns of weaker demand from top consumer China ... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Energy Oil prices slide 2pc to one-week low NEW YORK: Oil prices slid about 2% to a one-week low on Tuesday on demand worries following the release of negative... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Commodities Palm oil declines for third straight session on poor demand KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures tumbled for a third straight session on Tuesday, pressured by weak demand... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Monday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS and indices was recorded at PKR 20.930 billion... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Commodities Copper drops to 2-week low as surplus looms LONDON: Copper prices dropped to two-week lows on Tuesday, with sentiment dominated by a stronger dollar and worries... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Tuesday, (December 17, 2024)... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Cotton & Textile Cotton market remains steady with improved volume LAHORE: The local cotton market on Tuesday remained steady and the trading volume improved a little bit. Cotton... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am
Sri Lanka’s bondholders sign off on $12.55bn debt overhaul LONDON: Sri Lanka’s bondholders signed off on the government’s proposal to restructure its $12.55 billion of... Published 18 Dec, 2024 06:37am