Building resilient and equitable societies: Speakers demand role of governance and inclusion LAHORE: Speakers at third annual Pathways to Development Conference held at LUMS demanded the role of governance and... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:42am
Regulation of single-use plastics: EPA Punjab starts online registration LAHORE: The Punjab Environment Protection Agency has started the online registration of plastic product producers,... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:40am
People’s Bus Service routes being expanded: Sharjeel KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has announced that the routes of the People’s Bus Service are... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:39am
Seminary registration bill: Wifaq-ul-Madaris decides to launch awareness drive ISLAMABAD: The leadership of Wifaq-ul-Madaris Al-Arabia Pakistan has decided to start a countrywide campaign to... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:38am
‘Right to self-determination’: UNGA adopts Pakistan-sponsored resolution ISLAMABAD: The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has adopted the Pakistan-sponsored flagship resolution on the... Updated 19 Dec, 2024 08:55am
Growing challenge of burgeoning population growth highlighted ISLAMABAD: To reduce the rapid population growth and bring it to a sustainable level, implementation of the National... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:31am
Five more PTI workers: ATC disposes of pre-arrest bail pleas LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court on Wednesday disposed of pre-arrest bail petitions of five more PTI workers after a... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:30am
CDA reviews arrangements for Christmas ISLAMABAD: In preparation for the upcoming Christmas celebrations, a meeting was held at the Capital Development... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:29am
Industry Chinese Investment Desk established at RUDA LAHORE: The China Investment Desk has been established at Ravi Urban Development Authority (RUDA) to facilitate... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:28am
Commodities 16.5m acres target surpassed: Punjab farmers bring 16.7m acres under wheat crop sowing LAHORE: Farmers in the province have brought 16.7 million acres of land under wheat sowing, surpassing the target of... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:24am
Taxes Federal tax laws: Taxpayers’ rights fully protected: FTO LAHORE: Federal Tax Ombudsman Dr Asif Mahmood Jah said on Wednesday that taxpayers’ rights are fully protected... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:23am
PCB chief meets KSA’s sports deputy minister LAHORE: Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Mohsin Naqvi met Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Minister of Sports, Badr bin... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:20am
Companies Ufone 4G & ConnectHear partner to deliver AI-powered assistive technologies for disaster response KARACHI: Ufone 4G, a leading telecommunications provider in Pakistan announced a partnership with ConnectHear, South... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:18am
Declining risk premiums open the door to global markets: Schehzad ISLAMABAD: Khurram Schehzad, advisor to finance minister Wednesday said the decline in country risk premiums ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:16am
CPA praises reforms introduced in Punjab Assembly LAHORE: The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) has released a newsletter highlighting recent reforms in ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:14am
Experts warn climate change to create food crisis ISLAMABAD: Environmental experts at a seminar, while spelling out serious threats posed by climate change, have... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:13am
FAPUASA, PPLA oppose reduction in pension, financial benefits LAHORE: FAPUASA (Federation of All Pakistan Universities Academic Staff Associations) Central President Dr. Amjad... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:12am
Industry ‘PBF to help develop Karachi’s business community’ KARACHI: Malik Khuda Bakhsh, President of the Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) Karachi Chapter, stated that the forum... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:10am
Kakar terms SU as ‘Original Pakistan’ HYDERABAD: Former Caretaker Prime Minister of Pakistan Senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar delivered a thought-provoking and... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:08am
Energy KE issues schedule for annual transmission network maintenance KARACHI: K-Electric (KE) has issued a temporary power shutdown schedule for necessary maintenance of its ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:06am
KP completes 83pc computerization of land record PESHAWAR: The provincial government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has completed 83% computerization of land record in the... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:04am
Energy Miran Block: KPOGCL completes bidding for exploration, production PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Oil and Gas Company Limited (KPOGCL) has successfully completed the bidding process... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:03am
Energy Power theft: LESCO recovers over Rs2.4m in a day LAHORE: In a significant achievement, the Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has recovered a staggering Rs... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:02am
Outsourcing of govt schools in Punjab: LHC dismisses multiple identical petitions LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday dismissed multiple identical petitions challenging the outsourcing... Published 19 Dec, 2024 08:01am
Judicial Commission of Pakistan: PBC nominates Shamshad Ahmad Bajwa as its representative LAHORE: A general house meeting of the Punjab Bar Council (PBC) on Wednesday nominated advocate Shamshad Ahmad Bajwa... Published 19 Dec, 2024 07:52am
Illegal appointments in Punjab Assembly: Proceedings against Elahi adjourned LAHORE: An anti-corruption court on Wednesday adjourned the proceedings in a reference against PTI president and... Published 19 Dec, 2024 07:51am
Industry Pakistan Tanners Association urges PM to avoid further increase in gas prices KARACHI: On behalf of entire leather sector of Pakistan, Chairman Pakistan Tanners Association (PTA) Hamid A Zahur... Published 19 Dec, 2024 07:50am
PTI ready to engage in talks with govt ISLAMABAD: The beleaguered Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) said on Wednesday that it is ready to engage in talks with... Published 19 Dec, 2024 07:48am
Punjab govt mechanizing agriculture sector: Maryam LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has said the Punjab government is mechanizing the agriculture... Published 19 Dec, 2024 07:47am
Tezgam Express catches fire; inquiry ordered LAHORE: Tezgam Express train, leaving for Karachi from Lahore caught fire on Wednesday near Changa Manga railway... Published 19 Dec, 2024 07:40am
Europe Sarkozy must wear electronic tag after losing graft case appeal PARIS: France’s highest appeals court ordered former president Nicolas Sarkozy to wear an electronic tag for a ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 07:14am
LPG adulteration The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) oversees Pakistan’s gas sector, including Liquefied Petroleum Gas... Published 19 Dec, 2024 06:38am
Cui bono? It didn’t take long for headlines out of Syria to turn, did it? Locals that set fire to Hafez al Assad’s grave... Published 19 Dec, 2024 06:30am
The madressah bill controversy EDITORIAL: Apparently, the ruling alliance did not realise the implications of what it bargained for when it sought... Published 19 Dec, 2024 06:24am
Fatal journeys EDITORIAL: The capsizing of a boat carrying dozens of illegal immigrants near the Greek island of Gavdos, leading to... Published 19 Dec, 2024 06:19am
ZAB didn’t get a fair trial, says CJP ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Justice Yahya Afridi has said that the late prime minister, Zulfikar Ali... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
US imposes more sanctions over missile programme ISLAMABAD: The United States has announced additional sanctions on entities contributing to Pakistan’s Ballistic... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
PM arrives in Cairo ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today arrived in Cairo on a three-day visit to Egypt. Minister for... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Punjab: CM orders removal of encroachments within a week LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif set a target to eliminate encroachments across Punjab within a... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Letters Deteriorating Lyari Expressway I wish to draw the attention of relevant quarters of the Sindh government towards deteriorating condition of Lyari... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Customs confiscates 39,000 litres of smuggled diesel KARACHI: The Collectorate of Customs Enforcement Karachi has successfully thwarted a major Iranian diesel attempt in... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Arrest warrants for Netanyahu—II 1- Jurisdictional challenges, Palestinian statehood dispute: Israel contends the ICC lacks jurisdiction because from... Updated 19 Dec, 2024 06:57am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Which country started the First Daughter concept? “So one US media giant is facing criticism for being duped by a man who claimed to be an inmate of the notorious... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Dar meets Iranian FM in Cairo ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar met Wednesday with the Foreign Minister of Iran,... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Commissioning ceremony for fourth OPV PNS Yamama held ISLAMABAD: A grand commissioning ceremony for Pakistan’s fourth Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV), PNS Yamama, was held... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Air ambulance initiated for restive Kurram by Edhi Foundation ISLAMABAD: In a rare move, air ambulance has been initiated for the remote restive district of Kurram by the Edhi... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
No consensus yet on Digital Nation Pakistan Bill ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication on Wednesday... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Dispensing justice at all levels obligation of judges, says CJP ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi said it is the constitutional obligation of all the judges from ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
IK again threatens to launch civil disobedience movement ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan on Thursday said that his party’s civil... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
PTI says will boycott current session of NA ISLAMABAD: In an attempt to up the ante on the government, the opposition leader in National Assembly and Pakistan... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Experts advocate PPP mode for promotion of IT sector LAHORE: The Experts have called for steps under public private partnership for the promotion of Information... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Karachi visit: US envoy seeks to reinforce trade-investment partnership KARACHI: US Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome visited Karachi, reaffirming the United States’ commitment to... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Xi hails Macau ‘success’ in visit for 25th anniversary of Chinese rule MACAU: Chinese President Xi Jinping hailed Macau’s “world-recognised success” as he arrived in the city on... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Stocks Wall Street rises with all eyes on Fed decision NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes rose on Wednesday, regaining some ground lost in the previous session, as... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Stocks Tech sector supports European shares ahead of Fed decision NEW YORK: European share indices closed up on Wednesday, boosted by technology stocks and French automaker Renault,... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Stocks China, HK stocks rebound on Beijing’s new budget deficit plan HONG KONG: China and Hong Kong stocks rebounded on Wednesday, as investor sentiment was propelled by a Reuters ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Stocks Nikkei falls ahead of central bank decisions TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average fell for a fourth session on Wednesday as investors remained cautious ahead of... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Wednesday (December 18, 2024) and the forecast for Thursday (December 19, 2024)... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Rates PSX witnesses worst-ever single-day decline KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Wednesday nosedived and recorded the worst ever single day decline due to panic... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Energy US natgas prices climb NEW YORK: US natural gas futures climbed about 2% on Wednesday on rising flows to the nation’s liquefied natural... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port Trust, Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 202,103 tonnes of cargo comprising 95,941 tonnes of import cargo and 106,762... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Energy Oil prices up after US crude stocks fall HOUSTON Oil edged up on Wednesday after a drop in US crude inventories, and as investors eyed a potential interest... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Cotton & Textile Lack of buying interest seen on cotton market LAHORE: The local cotton market on Wednesday remained steady and the trading volume remained low. Cotton Analyst... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Tuesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
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 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Wednesday (December 18, 2024). ========================== ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Wednesday (December 18, 2024). ======================== Open ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Wednesday (December 18, 2024).... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Wednesday (December 18, 2024).... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Wednesday (December 18, 2024)... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Wednesday (December 18, 2024). =======================================... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Wednesday (December 18, 2024). ====================================... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Tax laws bill tabled in NA: Govt steps up pressure on non-filers Non-filers will be prohibited from purchasing, booking, registration of vehicles over 800cc, acquiring property beyond a specified limit, and making stock purchases beyond a certain threshold Updated 19 Dec, 2024 09:51am
FBR will now share income tax returns data with banks ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) will now share income tax returns data with banks to compare it with... Updated 19 Dec, 2024 08:47am
Registration of specialised trusts: FBR has barred field formations from issuing NOCs ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has barred its field formations from issuance of No Objection... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Foreign investors: Jul-Nov profit repatriation soars 112pc to $1.129bn YoY KARACHI: The repatriation of profits and dividends by foreign investors has soared by 112 percent during the first... Updated 19 Dec, 2024 09:49am
Taxmen likely to seal unregistered people’s co’s premises ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) will empower Inland Revenue officials to seal unregistered people’s... Updated 19 Dec, 2024 08:46am
Key economic indicators: Aurangzeb explains improvement ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday said the foundation for... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
PRAL restructuring plan endorsed: ECC approves Rs10bn for urea subsidy dues ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Wednesday took several decisions including... Updated 19 Dec, 2024 08:48am
Energy sector: France concerned at ‘challenges’ faced by its firms ISLAMABAD: Following Germany and United Kingdom (UK), France has also raised its concerns on challenges being faced... Updated 19 Dec, 2024 09:49am
Purchase of used vessels by PNSC: PPRA declines to give final opinion ISLAMABAD: The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has reportedly declined to give any final opinion on... Updated 19 Dec, 2024 09:10am
PCGA data reveals sharp decline in cotton production LAHORE: The latest figures released by the Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA) reveal a sharp decline in... Updated 19 Dec, 2024 08:50am
SBP launches new eCIB system ‘V2’ KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has launched the new eCIB system (V2), an advanced version of its... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Sindh opposes increase in gas prices KARACHI: Sindh Energy Minister Nasir Hussain Shah has rejected OGRA’s decision to increase gas prices, calling it... Updated 19 Dec, 2024 08:49am
Internet shutdown: Govt considering exempting STZs, incubation centres ISLAMABAD: Amid fear of losing huge orders booking as well as shifting companies outside the country, the government... Updated 19 Dec, 2024 09:50am
PM constitutes taskforce on housing sector KARACHI: Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has constituted a ‘taskforce’ to develop a growth framework... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Women in elections EDITORIAL: It’s heartening to note that the share of female voters in the total polled votes in 2024 saw a “marked... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Commodities Gold prices recover KARACHI: Gold prices saw a notable recovery on Wednesday as global rates stabilized near $2,650 per ounce, according... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Industry Over 200 exhibitors to participate in DALFA Cattle Show next month KARACHI: The fourth edition of the DALFA Cattle Show, scheduled for January 17-19 at the Expo Centre, is set to mark... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Industry PDP demands govt cut gas, electricity tariffs, assails ‘economic terrorism’ KARACHI: Pasban Democratic Party (PDP) General Secretary Iqbal Hashmi has rejected the cruel increase in gas prices... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Money & Banking ICMA welcomes SBP’s policy rate cut as a strategic step towards economic recovery KARACHI: The Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMA) commends the State Bank of Pakistan’s... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Money & Banking ECB proposes EU-wide disaster insurance system PARIS: The European Central Bank and the EU’s insurance regulator published Wednesday a proposal to create a... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Money & Banking Indian rupee weakens to lifetime low MUMBAI: The Indian rupee hit its all-time low on Wednesday, pressured by strong dollar demand from importers and... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Money & Banking Dollar advances against peers NEW YORK: The US dollar advanced against its peers on Wednesday ahead of the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Money & Banking Asian currencies: Indonesian rupiah, Thai baht weaken BENGALURU: The Indonesian rupiah and the Thai baht weakened ahead of those countries’ central bank policy ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Commodities Iron ore slips as supply worries ease BEIJING: Iron ore futures prices slipped on Wednesday, as supply concerns eased and demand slowed marginally due to... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Commodities Chicago wheat futures firm CANBERRA: Chicago wheat futures steadied on Wednesday following four consecutive daily losses, as concerns over... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Commodities Copper edges up after hitting two-week low LONDON: Copper prices edged up in London on Wednesday after hitting their lowest in more than two weeks, but ... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am
Commodities Malaysian palm oil tracks rival edible oils lower KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures fell on Wednesday for a fourth consecutive session, as the market tracked... Published 19 Dec, 2024 05:57am