Minister announces Rs3m assistance for special children KARACHI: Provincial Minister for Planning and Development Sindh Syed Nasir Hussain Shah announced Rs3 million... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:37am
Companies StanChart Pakistan announces winners of WomenInTech Cohort 6 KARACHI: Standard Chartered Bank in partnership with INNOVentures Global (Private) Limited announced the winners of... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:35am
Barkhan attack: PDP demands govt provide security to passengers KARACHI, Strongly condemning the recent killing of seven bus travellers in Barkhan area of Balochistan, Pasban... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:33am
Companies Faysal Bank earns Rs50.4bn profit before tax in FY24 KARACHI: Faysal Bank Limited (FBL) continued its success story in 2024, demonstrating strong financial resilience ... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:31am
44th board meeting of SPPRA held KARACHI: The 44th board meeting of the Sindh Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (SPPRA) was held under the... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:28am
Companies ‘1st Faysal Bank SOP Unified Marathon 2025’ held LAHORE: Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), one of Pakistan’s leading Islamic Bank, in partnership with Special Olympics... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:25am
Companies Share purchase of TRG Pakistan: Greentree Holdings says will bring in $50m foreign exchange inflows KARACHI: Greentree Holdings Limited has said it will bring foreign exchange inflows of over $50 million to Pakistan... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:22am
Literature LLF concludes with literary brilliance, cultural grandeur LAHORE: The 13th edition of the Lahore Literary Festival (LLF) reached its magnificent culmination at the Alhamra ... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:20am
5th Int’l Students Convention & Expo begins FAISALABAD: The 5th International Students Convention and Expo 2025 has started from February 23 to 25, jointly... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:18am
Rabbani lauds PST efforts aimed at promoting reading, writing culture ISLAMABAD: Former chairman of the Senate Raza Rabbani has called for reviving the vital link that exists between the... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:13am
Three-Day Saka Nankana concludes LAHORE: The three-day religious event commemorating the historic Saka Nankana concluded at the Gurdwara Nankana... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:11am
Reforming structural flaws in FPTP system: FAFEN for immediate parliamentary, political action ISLAMABAD: The representativeness of Pakistan’s electoral outcomes has not shown any improvement over the past two... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:08am
ICC Champions Trophy match: LWMC ensures spotless cleanliness at Qaddafi Stadium LAHORE: The Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC) successfully delivered on its commitment to maintaining top-tier... Published 24 Feb, 2025 08:04am
Beyond the Crash: A Transformation of Spirit The book, Seat 1C, serves as a poignant reflection on resilience and transformation, evoking memories of a tragic... Published 24 Feb, 2025 07:47am
Germany election crucial for Eurozone economy Softer economic data from the US is hindering recovery and negatively impacting consumer sentiment, which relies on... Published 24 Feb, 2025 07:33am
Periodic table of elements versus Constitution The subject of Chemistry revolves around the Periodic Table in which 118 known elements are arranged in rows and... Published 24 Feb, 2025 07:27am
Only export-led growth Pakistan’s inflation growth rate is clocking below 3% in current months; the dollar is stable; foreign reserves ... Published 24 Feb, 2025 07:22am
Letters Rs20 and Rs10 notes printing must resume I want to highlight a serious issue being faced by our less fortunate citizens of our country who are unable to... Published 24 Feb, 2025 07:08am
Simply unforgivable EDITORIAL: The revelation of a land allotment scandal at Port Qasim, potentially costing the national exchequer Rs60... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:58am
Barkhan bloodshed EDITORIAL: Bad news keeps coming from the troubled province of Balochistan. In a horrific incident on Tuesday night... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:57am
Export-led growth: first and last option EDITORIAL: The country’s current account (C/A) posted a deficit of US$420 million in January 2025 after three... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:49am
Consultations begin prior to ‘Uraan’ takeoff The first consultative workshop is scheduled to take place today Updated 24 Feb, 2025 02:28pm
Rates PSX witnesses positive trend KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange witnessed positive trend during the outgoing week ended on February 21, 2025 on the... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Rates Futures spread down 222bps KARACHI: The futures spread declined by 222bps to 10.80 percent on the last day of the outgoing week. Trading... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Ministerial body recommends selling Discos to private sector ISLAMABAD: The government’s ministerial committee has recommended that power Distribution Companies (Discos) will be... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 02:31pm
Azerbaijan invited to invest in motorways sector ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Board of Investment, Privatization, and Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan, along with... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 02:31pm
NDMA sends 100 tons of essential relief to Gaza ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has sent a 14th humanitarian relief consignment,... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
CDA starts renovation of PIMS ISLAMABAD: The administration of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) has started full renovation of the... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Tarar highlights challenge of disinformation LAHORE: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar said on Sunday that youths had played a... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Injustices against women in Sindh Speakers advocate strict implementation of laws KARACHI: Second Sindhi Women’s Day (Sindhi Naari Dihaaro) was observed on Saturday at the Karachi Press Club under... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Industry APPDA rejects govt’s decision to deregulate oil prices ISLAMABAD: The All Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association (APPDA) rejected the government’s decision to deregulate... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Two foreign tourists rescued at Siri Paye KAGHAN: Two foreign tourists who lost their way while skiing at the scenic spot of Siri Paye in Kaghan valley were... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
FAPUASA assails govt for failing to restore 25pc tax rebate for teachers LAHORE: The Federation of All Pakistan Universities Academic Staff Associations (FAPUASA Pakistan) on Sunday... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
NAB officer found dead in guest house ISLAMABAD: A mysterious death of a high-ranking officer of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has been ... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Unlisted cos allowed to issue shares by way of other than right ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has allowed unlisted companies to issue shares... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 09:06am
American Airlines says its flight diverted to Rome after security concern WASHINGTON/ ROME: An American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi was diverted to Rome on Sunday due to a... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Africa Wide power cuts in S Africa in new electricity failure JOHANNESBURG: Power was abruptly cut to large parts of South Africa Sunday and the national energy provider... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
‘Fake educational institutions’: FTO to submit detailed report to President ISLAMABAD: Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) will submit a detailed report to President of Pakistan on a reference... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 08:52am
Taxes Windfall tax: FBR recovers Rs 23bn from 16 banks ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recovered Rs 23 billion from 16 banks on account of windfall tax... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Rates 0.13pc decline KARACHI: Rupee depreciated against the US dollar during the previous week as it lost Re0.36 or 0.13% in the... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Budget preparations commence in consultation with traders: Aurangzeb LAHORE: Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Sunday said that economic stability has been achieved and the... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 09:24am
PM arrives in Baku for two-day official visit BAKU: Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, arrived in Baku for a two-day official visit to the... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Trump says US wants return on Ukraine aid money NATIONAL HARBOR, (United States): US President Donald Trump said on Saturday he was trying to get money back for the... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Sharjeel vows commitment to development projects HYDERABAD: Senior Provincial Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit Sharjeel Inam Memon reiterated ... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Stocks Indian equity benchmarks log weekly losses on US tariff risks MUMBAI: India’s benchmark indexes fell for the fourth straight session and recorded weekly losses, weighed down by... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Companies HSBC delays net-zero emissions target by 20 years LONDON: HSBC is ditching its target of reaching net-zero carbon emissions across its business by 2030 because of ... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Prayers for Pope as Vatican reports peaceful night of rest VATICAN CITY: Pope Francis’s ninth night in hospital passed peacefully after a respiratory attack that sparked... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Asia Japan’s emperor hopes for peace, 80 years after WWII end TOKYO: Japan’s Emperor Naruhito renewed his wish for world peace on his birthday, marking the 80th anniversary of... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Africa Sudan’s RSF, allies sign charter for rival govt NAIROBI: Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and its allies have agreed to form a parallel government, they... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
French N-powered carrier makes first visit to Philippines SUBIC BAY FREEPORT ZONE (Philippines): Rising tensions in the South China Sea have made freedom of navigation... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Europe $350bn Ukraine’s ‘critical’ resources in Russian-held territory: Kyiv KYIV: Around $350 billion of worth of Ukraine’s critical resources are in areas captured by Russia, Ukrainian... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
UN chief calls for Ukraine peace deal respecting ‘territorial integrity’ UNITED NATIONS: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called Sunday, on the eve of a key United Nations vote, for a... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Kremlin hails Putin-Trump dialogue as promising MOSCOW: The Kremlin on Sunday hailed dialogue between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin — two “extraordinary”... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
ILMA University hosts 20th Convocation KARACHI: ILMA University proudly hosted its 20th Convocation marking a momentous occasion for over 450 graduates,... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Stocks British equities flat as investors weigh mixed data LONDON: British stocks ended flat on Friday as investors reacted to mixed economic data this week that left the Bank... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Pakistan-Japan Relations Pakistan and Japan entered progressive partnership soon after World War II which ended in 1945 with Japan having... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Tasty Japan: Time to Eat! Kumi-ame Hard Candy Kumi-ame is a candy made in long cylinders that show the same design wherever they are cut. The discs, cut on a... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Message from Itaru Nakamura, Senior Vice Chairman Pakistan-Japan Business Forum This year 2025 is Reiwa 7th, and this February 23rd is 6th celebration time for the birthday of His Majesty ... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Message from Murtaza Y. Mandviwalla, PJBF’s Chairman On behalf of the Board of Directors and our 150 strong members of the Pakistan-Japan Business Forum (PJBF) I wish ... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Message from Akira Terakawa, Chairman of the Japan-Pakistan Business Co-operation Committee I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to His Majesty The Emperor of Japan on His birthday. This... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Message from Hattori Masaru, Consul General of Japan in Karachi On this occasion, I would like to extend my sincere congratulations to His Majesty the Emperor Naruhito on his 65th... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Message from Raza Bashir Tarar, Ambassador of Pakistan to Japan We are honoured to extend felicitations on His Majesty’s Birthday and the National Day of Japan. We wish His... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Message from Shuichi Akamatsu, Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan I would like to celebrate the occasion of the 65th birthday of His Majesty Naruhito the Emperor of Japan, with the... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Rates Automart: car prices in Karachi KARACHI: The prices of different makes and models of cars prevailing in Karachi in the week ended Sunday (February... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Cotton & Textile Weekly Cotton Review: Bearish trend persists amid low trade volumes KARACHI: The cotton market continues to face a bearish trend, with trading activity remaining limited.... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
APNS condolence KARACHI: “Nazafreen Saigol Lakhani, President and Sarmad Ali, Secretary General of the All Pakistan Newspapers... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
PMD predicts countrywide rain spell ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast a new spell of rain in the country from Monday... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Death anniversary of Rehman Malik observed ISLAMABAD: The third death anniversary of former Interior Minister and senior Pakistan Peoples Party leader, Senator... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Companies NBP applauded for promoting equal opportunities and inclusivity at Career Fairs KARACHI: National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) is reaffirming its commitment to fostering equal opportunities and ... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
TDAP, US consul general discuss bilateral trade, investment LAHORE: The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) Lahore welcomed Kristin K Hawkins, Consul General of the... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 08:57am
‘It’s time to make mark in global fashion industry’ ISLAMABAD: “By nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and adhering to global standards, Pakistan-made fashion can... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 09:02am
Forces kill 7 terrorists in DI Khan RAWALPINDI: Security Forces on Sunday killed seven terrorists in two separate engagements in Dera Ismail Khan... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Nawaz’s era marked by prosperity and record public service: Azma LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has said that Nawaz Sharif’s era is marked by prosperity and... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Italy wants to strengthen its ties with Pakistan: ambassador LAHORE: Italian Ambassador to Pakistan, Marilina Armenlin has said that Italy is keen to further promote bilateral... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 08:56am
CM Maryam launches ‘Chief Minister Punjab Transplant Programme’ LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif launched the first most comprehensive transplant programme in... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Sunday (February 23, 2025) and the forecast for Monday (February 24, 2025).... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
SOEs burden on taxpayers no surprise Conventional economic theory argues that pursuit of privatisation is to enhance service quality, attract private... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 07:14am
Rethinking energy sector reforms Recently, eight multilateral development finance institutions, including the Asian Development Bank and ... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 07:17am
‘Several hydel projects are nearing completion’ PESHAWAR: Secretary Energy and Power Muhammad Zubair Khan has said that several ongoing energy (hydel) projects are... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 09:26am
Jetour introduces two latest models in Pakistan LAHORE: Jetour, a leading innovator in the automotive industry, has officially launched its operations in Pakistan... Updated 24 Feb, 2025 09:24am
Stocks Wall Street Week Ahead: Nvidia to offer AI trades reality check NEW YORK: Nvidia’s profit report next week could steer the US stock market’s course, as investors seek... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Money & Banking Russian rouble at highest vs dollar MOSCOW: The Russian rouble hit new highs against the US dollar and China’s yuan on Friday after a top US official... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Money & Banking Sterling stalls at 2-month highs after PMI LONDON: The pound traded around two month-highs on Friday after data showed UK consumer spending picked up much more... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Stocks Australian shares post worst week in 2-1/2 years SYDNEY: Australian shares closed lower on Friday, rounding off their worst week in nearly two-and-a-half years as... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am
Stocks Indian rupee slips on weak equities MUMBAI: The Indian rupee weakened slightly on Friday, pressured by dollar demand from importers and weakness in ... Published 24 Feb, 2025 06:23am