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Myanmar army says will ‘annihilate’ coup opponents on crackdown anniversary

NAYPYIDAW, (Myanmar): Myanmar’s junta will “annihilate” coup opponents, army chief Min Aung Hlaing said Sunday...

Published 28 Mar, 2022 07:57am

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Myanmar military jet crashes after 'technical failure'

YANGON: A Myanmar military jet crashed Wednesday morning after a "technical failure" while flying in the country's...

Published 16 Feb, 2022 12:51pm

World

US calls for ASEAN action on Myanmar, rejects China maritime claims

Blinken urged ASEAN to take "immediate action" on the consensus and appoint a special envoy to Myanmar, State Department.
Blinken asked for the release of all those "unjustly detained" in the country, and the restoration of Myanmar's democratic transition, Price said.

Published 14 Jul, 2021 11:16am

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25 killed in Myanmar clashes between army and anti-junta fighters

YANGON: Twenty-five anti-junta fighters and civilians were killed during clashes with the military in central...

Published 05 Jul, 2021 04:57am

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Russia says to boost military ties with Myanmar as junta leader visits

We are determined to continue our efforts to strengthen bilateral ties based on the mutual understanding, respect and trust that have been established between our countries.

Published 23 Jun, 2021 05:31pm

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Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi goes on trial

Suu Kyi, 75, faces a slew of charges since being overthrown by the army in a Feb. 1 coup that cut short a decade of tentative democratic reforms and has plunged the Southeast Asian country into chaos.
She also faces charges of incitement - with hearings set for Tuesday - and more serious charges of violating the Official Secrets Act and under the Anti-Corruption Law.

Published 14 Jun, 2021 05:26pm

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EU to impose new sanctions on Myanmar junta, companies

"There is a third row of sanctions in preparation that will be approved (in) the coming days (targeting) personnel of the military junta and also the entity that represents the economic interests of the military," he said.

Published 03 Jun, 2021 07:47pm

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Total suspends gas-linked cash payments to Myanmar army

PARIS: Myanmar’s army has lost a source of revenue as French energy giant Total said Wednesday that cash payments...

Published 27 May, 2021 03:41am

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Myanmar army battles anti-coup rebels in northwest town

"We are running for our lives," one resident told Reuters from Mindat, a hill town just over 100 km (60 miles) from the border with India.
"There are around 20,000 people trapped in town, most of them are kids, old people," the resident added. "My friend's three nieces were hit by shrapnel. They are not even teens."

Published 15 May, 2021 05:29pm

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Outside pressure builds again on Myanmar junta as death toll tops 500

Indonesia, Malaysia speak out.
More insurgent groups call on military to stop killings.
Thailand denies pushing refugees back.

Published 30 Mar, 2021 06:27pm

World

More than 90 killed in Myanmar in one of bloodiest days of protests

Armed Forces Day: one of bloodiest since the coup.
Total number of civilians reported killed passes 400.
'They are killing us like birds or chickens'.
Junta leader says military safeguarding democracy.
US cultural centre hit by gunfire, embassy says.

Published 27 Mar, 2021 05:40pm

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Myanmar security forces kill nine as Indonesia, envoys call for end to violence

Security forces open fire in confrontation over barricade.
Indonesian leader calls for end to violence.
Singapore military chief also expressed concern.
Two reporters detained in capital.

Published 19 Mar, 2021 06:39pm

At least 14 protesters killed in Yangon suburb

YANGON: Security forces killed at least 14 protesters in a poor, industrial suburb of Myanmar's main city on Sunday...

Published 15 Mar, 2021 05:22am

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Myanmar recalls its UK ambassador after he urged release of Suu Kyi

"Since he did not conduct himself in accordance with given responsibilities, an order [is issued] to summon and transfer him back to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs," it said.
Suu Kyi was detained along with most of her cabinet after the army seized power in a coup on Feb. 1.

Published 09 Mar, 2021 09:11pm

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Three protesters killed in Myanmar, shops and factories closed

Three dead, several injured in two towns – witnesses.
Shops, factories, banks closed in Yangon.
Unions call for 'full, extended shutdown'.
Protesters wave sarongs to mark International Women's Day.
Over 50 people killed by security forces so far –UN.

Published 08 Mar, 2021 06:29pm

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India steps up border patrols to stop arrivals from Myanmar

"As of now, we are not letting anybody enter," Maria Zuali, senior government official in Mizoram state's Champhai district, told Reuters by telephone.
"They alleged that there are human rights violations and they were asked to shoot at civilians," the official said, also requesting anonymity.

Published 05 Mar, 2021 05:59pm

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EU suspends development funds in Myanmar after coup

The 27-nation bloc informed a committee of the World Trade Organization on Thursday that it had put on hold all development cooperation that would support the military authorities, a Geneva-based trade official said.
The European Commission, the EU executive, confirmed it had put on hold the budgetary support, which has typically gone to schools, elections and rural development and is worth hundreds of millions of euros over several years.

Published 04 Mar, 2021 05:57pm

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Myanmar security forces shoot dead nine anti-coup protesters despite calls for restraint

Police break up protests in several places.
"Like Tiananmen Square" – archbishop.
State media says "illegal organisations" creating unrest.
Myanmar's ousted president faces new charges – lawyer.

Published 03 Mar, 2021 06:57pm

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Myanmar police arrest hundreds in crackdown, rights group says

"More than 10 prison buses went into Insein prison with about 40 to 50 people in a prison bus. They arrested many people in Monywa too. We are now trying to get the names of the people."

Updated 27 Feb, 2021 09:10pm

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Myanmar police fire into air to disperse protests as Suu Kyi's lawyer says access denied

Police confront protesters in Yangon, other places.
Lawyer says he has not been able to meet Suu Kyi.
New election commission annuls November vote; NLD objects.

Published 26 Feb, 2021 07:00pm

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Strike shuts Myanmar, anti-coup protesters defy junta warning

Call for people to stop work and protest.
Authorities say confrontation could cost lives.
Two killed at weekend in bloodiest spell of protests.
Government criticises foreign comments.

Published 22 Feb, 2021 06:28pm

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Myanmar protester dies after 10 days on life support; pressure grows on army

Protesters gather daily for two weeks.
UN calls on security forces to avoid using force.
Japan, India, US, Australia agree on need to restore democracy.
Military had said it expected sanctions.

Published 19 Feb, 2021 08:24pm

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Japan, US, India, Australia call for return of democracy in Myanmar

Myanmar's military has arrested civilian leaders, including Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, and announced a year-long state of emergency, alleging that November's election was beset by fraud.
The electoral commission dismissed the army's complaints.

Published 18 Feb, 2021 07:35pm

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China's ambassador to Myanmar says situation 'not what China wants to see'

China nonetheless agreed to a UN Security Council statement that called for the release of elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi and other detainees and voiced concern over the state of emergency.
Many countries in transition are overcoming difficulties and challenges through their own efforts, and exploring development paths suitable for their own circumstances.

Published 16 Feb, 2021 07:49pm

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Smaller protests in Myanmar as junta deploys more soldiers, armoured vehicles

Smaller protests in several cities.
Military deploys armoured vehicles, more soldiers.
Security forces fire rubber bullets in Mandalay.
Internet restored after overnight suspension.
Groups of protesters begin to gather in Yangon.

Published 15 Feb, 2021 06:18pm

World

Myanmar junta suspends laws limiting detention, searches

Sections 5, 7, and 8 of the law protecting the privacy and security of the citizens are suspended.

Published 13 Feb, 2021 07:43pm

World

UN rights envoy and US urge sanctions for Myanmar

The United States, which imposed its own sanctions on Thursday, urged other UN member states to follow suit, in its first remarks to the Human Rights Council since returning to the forum this week.
Security Council resolutions dealing with similar situations have mandated sanctions, arms embargoes, and travel bans, and calling for judicial action at the International Criminal Court or ad hoc tribunals.

Published 12 Feb, 2021 05:46pm

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Myanmar army plays down coup rhetoric as fears swirl

Tensions were ramped up Tuesday when a military spokesman refused to rule out the possibility of a coup.

Published 30 Jan, 2021 05:31pm

World

Myanmar army warns may 'take action' over its election dispute

Military spokesman Brigadier General Zaw Min Tun told a new conference there may have been fraud in the November contest.
We will take action according to the constitution and existing laws if they don't resolve the issue.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 07:32pm

World

Myanmar army raises prospect of coup after voter-fraud claims

The polls in November were the second openly contested elections since Myanmar emerged in 2011 after nearly 50 years of junta rule.

Published 26 Jan, 2021 04:44pm

Forex
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Commodity

Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Jan 30	279.17
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Jan 30	278.97
USD to Japanese Yen / Jan 30	154.32
USD to Swiss Franc / Jan 30	0.91
Pound Sterling to USD / Jan 30	1.24
Euro to USD / Jan 30	1.04

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Jan 30	6,071.17
India Sensex / Jan 30	76,759.81
Tokyo Nikkei / Jan 30	39,513.97
Nasdaq / Jan 30	19,681.75
Hang Seng / Jan 30	20,225.11
FTSE 100 / Jan 30	8,646.88
Dow Jones / Jan 30	44,882.13
Germany DAX 30 / Jan 30	21,727.20

Item	Value
Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Jan 30	72.99
Karachi Cotton PKR/37.32 KG / Jan 30	18,285
Gold 10 Grams PKR / Jan 30	248,885
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Jan 30	2,849.50
Cotton US¢/pound / Jan 30	66.27
Petrol/Litre / Jan 31	256.13

Gainers
Losers
Leaders

Stock	Price
Chenab Ltd / Jan 30 Chenab Limited(CHBL)	9.08 ▲ 1 (12.38%)
Kohinoor Ind. / Jan 30 Kohinoor Industries Limited(KOIL)	9.26 ▲ 1 (12.11%)
PICIC Ins.Ltd. / Jan 30 PICIC Insurance Limited(PIL)	2.52 ▲ 0.23 (10.04%)
Redco Textile / Jan 30 Redco Textiles Limited(REDCO)	21.97 ▲ 2 (10.02%)
Sana Ind / Jan 30 Sana Industries Limited(SNAI)	28.77 ▲ 2.62 (10.02%)
I.C.C. Ind. / Jan 30 ICC Industries Limited(ICCI)	14.29 ▲ 1.3 (10.01%)
Ashfaq Textile / Jan 30 Ashfaq Textile Mills Limited(ASHT)	17.48 ▲ 1.59 (10.01%)
Ahmad Hassan / Jan 30 Ahmad Hassan Textile Mills Limited(AHTM)	59.90 ▲ 5.45 (10.01%)
Atlas Honda Ltd / Jan 30 Atlas Honda Limited(ATLH)	873.29 ▲ 79.39 (10%)

Stock	Price
Tariq Corp.Pref. / Jan 30 Tariq Corporation Limited-Preference Shares(TCORPCPS)	6.91 ▼ -0.97 (-12.31%)
First Capital Equities / Jan 30 First Capital Equities Limited(FCEL)	5.21 ▼ -0.68 (-11.54%)
National Silk / Jan 30 The National Silk & Rayon Mills Limited(NSRM)	45.35 ▼ -5.04 (-10%)
Blue-Ex Ltd / Jan 30 Blue-Ex Limited (GEM)(GEMBLUEX)	55.40 ▼ -6.15 (-9.99%)
Kohat Textile / Jan 30 Kohat Textile Mills Limited(KOHTM)	32 ▼ -3.13 (-8.91%)
Hussain Industries / Jan 30 Husein Industries Limited(HUSI)	26.41 ▼ -2.45 (-8.49%)
Trust Sec.& Brok. / Jan 30 Trust Securities & Brokerage Limited(TSBL)	13.60 ▼ -1.14 (-7.73%)
JS Investments / Jan 30 JS Investments Limited(JSIL)	21.02 ▼ -1.74 (-7.64%)
Universal Ins. / Jan 30 The Universal Insurance Company Limited(UVIC)	9.13 ▼ -0.67 (-6.84%)

Stock	Volume
Sui South Gas / Jan 30 Sui Southern Gas Company Limited(SSGC)	48,078,930 ▲ 2.48
Waves Home Appliances / Jan 30 Waves Home Appliances Limited(WAVESAPP)	33,126,010 ▲ 1.16
Bank Makramah / Jan 30 Bank Makramah Limited(BML)	31,438,642 ▲ 0.23
Cnergyico PK / Jan 30 Cnergyico PK Limited(CNERGY)	31,197,761 ▲ 0.13
K-Electric Ltd. / Jan 30 K-Electric Limited(KEL)	29,670,310 ▲ 0.13
Citi Pharma Ltd / Jan 30 Citi Pharma Ltd.(CPHL)	25,413,292 ▲ 2.73
Dewan Motors / Jan 30 Dewan Farooque Motors Limited(DFML)	24,726,221 ▼ -1.63
WorldCall Telecom / Jan 30 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	20,794,723 ▲ 0.02
Fauji Cement / Jan 30 Fauji Cement Company Limited(FCCL)	13,308,955 ▲ 0.1

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