Will to self-destruct Perhaps, people of the subcontinent and in particular of our beloved country have the highest propensity to... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 07:07am
Magical powers of manifestation Think and get. Visualize and succeed. Dream and deliver. These and many others are the mantras that are crux of many... Published 23 Apr, 2025 06:37am
Letters Global recession is in the offing? Donald Trump’s stop-start tariff rollout has “significantly” increased global financial stability risks, the... Published 23 Apr, 2025 06:29am
Path to inclusive growth and innovation In a rapidly digitizing world, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has emerged as transformative force,... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 06:52am
Pakistan and the new economic chess board Winston Churchill once remarked, “The further back you look, the further forward you are likely to see.” The... Published 23 Apr, 2025 06:19am
Foreign loans EDITORIAL: Pakistan has received 12.5 billion dollars in foreign loans during the first nine months of the current... Published 23 Apr, 2025 06:11am
Honouring sacrifice and embracing responsibility EDITORIAL: The military honours conferred at General Headquarters last week served as a powerful reminder of the... Published 23 Apr, 2025 06:10am
‘Bank guarantee can be enforced if principal debtor defaults’ LAHORE: An appellate forum has held that a bank guarantee can be enforced if the principal debtor defaults. ... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 07:14am
PFA for developing plan to increase milk production LAHORE: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) has stressed the need for developing a comprehensive plan to increase milk... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Companies CCP approves Junaid Jamshed-U&I Garments merger ISLAMABAD: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved the proposed merger of Junaid Jamshed (Private)... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Digital tech key to monitoring ‘Suthra Punjab’ drive: minister LAHORE: Punjab Local Government Minister Zeeshan Rafiq has said that the “Suthra Punjab” programme is a huge... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
DRAP issues alert for spurious drugs treating nerve pain, spinal cord ISLAMABAD: The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) as a part of continued crackdown against... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Industry National highways: HCSTSI concerned over sit-ins, road blockages HYDDERABAD: President Hyderabad Chamber of Small Traders & Small Industry (HCSTSI), Muhammad Saleem Memon, has... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Industry KPTMA seeks action to address critical issues of industries PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Textile Mills Association (KPTMA) has urgently appealed to Chief Minister Sardar ... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Inclusive prosperity promotion: Minister calls for Pakistan-ASEAN technology alliance ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has called for a ... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Industry Minister, CBC delegates discuss establishment of China Business Park LAHORE: A delegation of Chinese Business Council met with Punjab Minister for Industries, Commerce, and Auqaf... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
PCDMA submits budget proposals to FBR KARACHI: Pakistan Chemicals & Dyes Merchants Association (PCDMA) has submitted budget proposals to the Federal... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Challenge of terrorist groups: Pakistan, Russia reaffirm cooperation ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Russia have expressed mutual reaffirmation to strengthen cooperation in the face of shared... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Industry ACCA partners with OICCI to foster sustainable business practices KARACHI: The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce ... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 07:13am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: Cholistan and China experience “It indicated a lack of…of….good manners” “If you are referring to the Cholistan project and the canals that Sindh,... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 07:16am
Sindh CM threatens agitation if canal project proceeds KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has warned that if the controversial canal project proceeds ... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Emerging technologies: CJCSC for sustained dialogue, international collaboration ISLAMABAD: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, has reaffirmed Pakistan’s... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
PPP’s stance on canal issue clear from day one: Sharjeel KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon stated that as soon as the issue of the controversial canals... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
PPP stages walkout against canal project in Senate ISLAMABAD: The Senate session on Tuesday witnessed ruckus as the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) staged a walkout in... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
ECP raises fresh questions over PTI leadership after alignment with SIC ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Tuesday raised fresh questions over the leadership of... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
FIA’s former Cyber Crime Wing transformed into NCCIA ISLAMABAD: In a major move to tackle the growing threat of cybercrime, the government has formally transformed the... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Commodities Gold prices at new historic peak KARACHI: Gold prices continued rising to new historic peak on Tuesday, as the bull run pushed the global market ... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
PDA team meets Ahsan Iqbal ISLAMABAD: A high-level delegation of the Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA) met with the Federal Minister for... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Companies POL signs 15-year hydrogen supply deal with Archroma Pakistan Ltd KARACHI: Pakistan Oxygen Limited (POL), a leading provider of industrial and medical gases in Pakistan, announced ... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
IMF lowers Pakistan’s FY25 GDP growth forecast to 2.6% Washington-based lender in January 2025 had projected GDP growth rate for Pakistan at 3% for FY2025 Updated 23 Apr, 2025 02:39pm
Govt says mulling buying more goods from US Pakistan is looking to buy more cotton and soybean from the US, says Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Updated 23 Apr, 2025 02:40pm
Climate change woes: PM for more global funding ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday called for special financial assistance from international... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 02:38pm
Rates Slight uptick in index KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed on a positive note Tuesday, with a slight uptick in the benchmark... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
US tariffs have increased financial stability risks: IMF WASHINGTON: Donald Trump’s stop-start tariff rollout has “significantly” increased global financial stability... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Regional peace, development: Pakistan, Turkiye vow to strengthen partnership ANKARA: Pakistan and Turkiye on Tuesday expressing satisfaction on the positive trajectory of multifaceted bilateral... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
G-24 meeting: Aurangzeb highlights macroeconomic stability ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb participated in the G-24 Finance Ministers ... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
KE asks Power Div for consultation on NEP ISLAMABAD: The Power Division’s alleged apathy with respect to consultation process on the National Electricity Plan... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 09:18am
Underutilisation of MTL: report yet to be submitted to PM ISLAMABAD: A high level committee headed by Federal Minister Dr Musadik Malik is yet to submit its report on... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 02:38pm
IMF slashes global growth outlook WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday slashed its forecast for global growth this year, citing the... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Pakistan’s poverty rate to stand at 42.4%: World Bank ISLAMABAD: The poverty rate in Pakistan is estimated to stand at 42.4 percent in fiscal year 2025, with population... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 09:57am
Taxes President endorses 92pc of FTO orders against FBR ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has endorsed over 92 percent of the orders of the Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO)... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Minister seeks details of proposed energy policies ISLAMABAD: Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan has sought details of energy policies currently under consideration... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 09:18am
Canals project: Sanaullah contacts Sindh political parties ISLAMABAD: Adviser to the Prime Minister, Rana Sanaullah contacted Sindh’s political parties on Tuesday over the... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 09:18am
South Asia Gunmen kill dozens of civilians in IIOJK PAHALGAM: At least 26 people were killed Tuesday in Illegally Indian-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) when gunmen... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Road blockades in Sindh disrupt fuel supply to upcountry KARACHI: Fuel supply to upcountry regions from Karachi has come to a standstill amid ongoing protests and road... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 08:38pm
PM arrives in Ankara ANKARA: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday arrived here on a two-day visit to Turkiye, at the... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Pope Francis’s funeral set for Saturday VATICAN CITY: Pope Francis’s funeral will be held on Saturday, the Vatican announced, as world leaders from US... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Registered persons: FBR expands scope of sales tax suspension ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has expanded the scope of sales tax suspension of registered persons.... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 09:25am
Space technology: PM expresses his desire to enhance ties with China ISLAMABAD: Calling Beijing as a “very trusted friend” and “strategic partner”, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 08:54am
SECP, RCCI join forces to promote incorporation, expand corporate landscape ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), in partnership with the Rawalpindi Chamber of... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Infrastructure modernization: PAA launches e-gates implementation project across three airports KARACHI: The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) took a significant step forward in modernizing the country’s ... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Stocks IT and industrials drag Sri Lankan shares lower COLOBO: Sri Lankan shares closed lower on Tuesday, dragged by information technology and industrial stocks. The CSE... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Money & Banking Dollar close to multi-year lows vs euro, franc NEW YORK: The dollar hovered around multi-year lows versus the euro and the Swiss franc on Tuesday as President... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
World could boost growth by reducing trade doubt: IMF WASHINGTON: Policymakers should find a way to reduce the uncertainty over trade policy kicked up by Donald Trump’s... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Gaza healthcare faces collapse as Israel steps up Gaza strikes CAIRO: The Israeli military launched one of the biggest waves of strikes in Gaza for weeks on Tuesday, residents... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Moscow, Kyiv blame each other for blocking truce talks as Washington loses patience MUSCOW: Russia and Ukraine accused each other on Tuesday of standing in the way of negotiations on a moratorium on... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Roche to invest $50bn in US to avoid Trump tariffs, create 12,000 jobs ZURICH: Roche said on Tuesday it would invest $50 billion in the United States over the next five years, creating... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Maple Leaf Cement Company Maple Leaf Cement Company (PSX: MLCF) was incorporated in Pakistan as a public limited company in 1960. The company... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 07:48am
E-warehouse receipt financing: does the math work? Punjab’s policymakers have found themselves a shiny new toy: Electronic Warehouse Receipts. On paper, the EWR... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Treet Corporation: Charging ahead or facing headwinds? Treet Corporation Limited (PSX: TREET) has delivered a robust financial performance, marked by strategic initiatives... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 07:21am
MENA Dubai serves as gateway for German businesses eyeing Pakistan market Despite growing global economic headwinds resulting from an escalation in the US-China trade war, German companies... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 03:00pm
Industry Kyrgyz envoy, Jam discuss trade, economic cooperation ISLAMABAD: Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Pakistan, Avazbek Atakhanov, called on Federal Minister for Commerce Jam ... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Middle East Pope’s death: Israel shares, then deletes, condolences OCCUPIED JERUSALEM: The Israeli government shared and then deleted a social media post offering condolences over the... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Sit-in on highways: 250 containers of potatoes stuck at Sindh’s entry point KARACHI: A sit-in on the highways has caused 250 containers of potatoes to get stuck at Sindh’s entry point.... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 07:14am
Companies BOP registers historic growth in operating profit in 1Q’25 of 353pc LAHORE: In a meeting held on Tuesday, the Board of Directors of The Bank of Punjab (BOP) reviewed and approved the... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Industry KCCI says prolonged road obstructions paralysing supply line KARACHI: President Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) Jawed Bilwani, while expressing serious concern... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 07:13am
Revitalised Appellate Bench Registry: SECP enhances quasi-judicial operations ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has enhanced its quasi-judicial operations... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
CM wants PERA to become fully functional by Sept 30 LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz presided over a meeting in Lahore on Tuesday regarding different... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
ATC issues non-bailable arrest warrants for KP CM LAHORE: An anti-terrorism court on Tuesday issued non-bailable arrest warrants for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
FESCO to conduct training for its officers FAISALABAD: Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) has decided to provide training to FESCO officers regarding... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Mineral resources: CM Maryam seeks feasible plan for local, foreign investors LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed to prepare an easy and feasible plan for the local ... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Punjab Assembly passes several significant bills LAHORE: The Punjab Assembly on Tuesday passed several significant bills and resolutions during its recent session.... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 07:13am
Commodities Copper gains defy gloomy outlook LONDON: Copper prices hit their highest in more than two weeks on Tuesday as a weaker dollar triggered fund buying,... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Energy Oil prices stage recovery on new Iran sanctions NEW YORK: Oil prices rose more than $1 per barrel on Tuesday as new US sanctions against Iran and rising equity... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Commodities Chicago soybeans higher, corn and wheat subdued PARIS/SINGAPORE: Chicago soybean futures edged up on Tuesday while corn and wheat inched lower as broader financial... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Commodities Japan rubber futures drop on yen strength SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures shed early gains to trade lower on Tuesday, pressured by a firmer yen and the... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Tuesday (April 22, 2025) and the forecast for Wednesday (April 23, 2025)... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Monday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
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 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Tuesday (April 22, 2025). ======================== Open Bid Rs... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Tuesday (April 22, 2025).... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Tuesday (April 22, 2025).... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Tuesday (April 22, 2025)... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Tuesday (April 22, 2025). ======================================= Offset... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Tuesday (April 22, 2025). ==================================== BR... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Energy US natgas prices climb 2pc on near record flows to LNG export plants NEW YORK: US natural gas futures climbed about 2% on Tuesday on near record flows to liquefied natural gas (LNG)... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Commodities Dalian iron ore range-bound as traders weigh India steel duty SINGAPORE: Iron ore futures prices traded within a tight range on Tuesday, as investors weighed fresh temporary... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Commodities EU 2024/25 soft wheat exports down 34pc PARIS: European Union soft wheat exports since the start of the 2024/25 season in July had reached 17.17 million... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Commodities Gold hits $3,500 per ounce as investors flock to safety NEW YORK: Gold extended its record run on Tuesday, breaching $3,500 per ounce, as weakness in the dollar, US... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Rates Activities of Karachi Port Trust, Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust (KPT) handled 27,672 tons of cargo comprising 20,514 tons of import cargo and 7,158... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Commodities Palm oil rises on bargain buying, stronger ringgit KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures rose on Tuesday after six consecutive sessions of losses, supported by... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Cotton & Textile Cotton market remains steady LAHORE: The local cotton market on Tuesday remained steady and the trading volume remained low. Cotton Analyst... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Tuesday, (April 22, 2025)... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Stocks Indian stocks log highest closing levels in nearly four months MUMBAI: India’s benchmark indexes on Tuesday logged their highest closing levels in nearly four months, fuelled by... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Stocks China, HK stocks hold firm at two-week high HONG KONG: China and Hong Kong stocks held firm on Tuesday, bucking modest losses across Asia after Wall Street fell... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Stocks European shares close higher as financials, L’Oreal rise FRANKFURT: European shares ended slightly higher on Tuesday on the back of rising financials and post-earnings gains... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Stocks Wall St bounces back after selloff as investors assess earnings NEW YORK: Wall Street’s main indexes rebounded on Tuesday from a steep selloff in the previous session sparked by... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Money & Banking Asia currencies subdued BENGALURU: Currencies in emerging Asia were subdued on Tuesday, weighed down by President Donald Trump’s renewed... Published 23 Apr, 2025 05:50am
Punjab culture festival Culture and traditions are the true identity of any nation in the world. Those who remain connected to their roots... Updated 23 Apr, 2025 06:28am