Three wounded in bomb blast at PPP’s Quetta office QUETTA: As reports of incidents of terrorism from Balochistan are making news almost daily now, two more such... Published 01 Feb, 2024 06:06am
BJP set to bring contentious common civil laws in India through states NEW DELHI: An Indian state ruled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party is set to introduce contentious new ... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
London mayor calls for govt help as homelessness jumps LONDON: The number of rough sleepers on London’s streets has increased by almost a quarter this winter, the latest... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
PTI leader rejects AC’s decision ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Secretary General Omar Ayub Khan rejected the Accountability Court’s... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Over half of population registered as voters: FAFEN ISLAMABAD: With the fifth-highest number of registered voters globally, Pakistan has a record 128 million people,... Updated 01 Feb, 2024 12:17pm
‘Never got a level playing field’, claims Bilawal PESHAWAR: Chairman Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said that their party never got a ... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
‘Action against judges who have retired or resigned’: Conditional notices issued in response to govt’s ICA ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court issued conditional notices to the respondents in the federal government’s intra-court... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Funeral prayers for martyred constable held LAHORE: The funeral prayer for Constable Muhammad Arshad, an officer martyred in the line of duty for Lahore Police,... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Ending socioeconomic disparities our priority: JI KARACHI: In a significant announcement on Wednesday, Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) pledged to prioritise the upliftment of... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Shehbaz for collective efforts to overcome myriad challenges LAHORE: Terming the February 8 general elections as the most important in the country’s history, Pakistan Muslim... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Punjab cabinet rejects imposition of 3 MPO LAHORE: The Punjab Cabinet has turned down the proposal to extend the imposition of 3 MPO in the province for three... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
CM launches PALMS portal for issuance of arms licences LAHORE: Inaugurating the “Punjab Arms Licence Management System” (PALMS) portal under which arms licences can be... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
First-ever Punjab govt-run cancer hospital becomes operational LAHORE: On the special direction of Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi and keen interest, the first cancer hospital... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
PEC reviews polls preparations KARACHI: Provincial Election Commissioner Sindh Sharifullah on Wednesday reviewed preparations and arrangements for... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Shifa Tameer-e-Millat varsity: IHC directs FBR not to take steps towards recovery of disputed tax liability ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has directed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) not to adopt coercive... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
First-ever ‘Fuelling Futures Career Expo’ inaugurated ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Energy Muhammad Ali inaugurated the first-ever national-level “Fuelling Futures... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
BISP chairperson visits new call centre at NTC ISLAMABAD: Chair-person Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Dr Muhammad Amjad Saqib visited the newly ... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Malware attacks: 28pc firms experience cyber incidents across world ISLAMABAD: Around 28 percent of companies all over the world experienced cyber incidents due to malware attacks... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Climate change ignored in electoral manifestos: Mian Zahid KARACHI: Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, President Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, Mian... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
AIOU convocation held: President explains criticality of education for economic development ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi on Wednesday said through the combination of education, intellect and morality, ... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Rehab and assistive technology services: Health experts for sustainable mechanism to widen access ISLAMABAD: Health experts underscored the need for coming up with a sustainable mechanism for widening access to... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Collier dies after landslide hits Duki coalmine DUKI: A collier was killed by a landslide in a coalmine in Duki, a district of Balochistan, on Wednesday. According... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
The Weather KARACHI: The weather report on Wednesday (January 31, 2024) and the forecast for Thursday (February 01, 2024)... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
US condemns bomb attack on PTI Sibi’s rally ISLAMABAD: The United States has strongly condemned the attack on an election rally of Pakistan Tehreek-Insaf (PTI)... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Amendment to Article 51: Senate body directs two ministries to provide details of efforts ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Law and Justice directed the Law Ministry and the Ministry of... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Punjab govt decides to clear payment of Rs180m to TCP LAHORE: The Punjab government has decided to clear the balance payment of Rs 180 million to the Trading Corporation... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
PFA shuts snacks unit for violating regulations LAHORE: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA) on Wednesday closed down a snacks unit and penalized seven food points with... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
LHC dismisses Elahi’s plea for change of election symbol LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Wednesday dismissed a petition of PTI President Ch Pervez Elahi praying to direct... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
LHC directs Pemra to remove ban on speeches of IK LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday disposed of a petition of former PTI Chairman Imran Khan against... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Financial stability: KSA minister briefed about caretakers efforts ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Finance Minister Dr Shamshad Akhtar had a virtual meeting with Khalid Al- Falih, the Investment... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Gadap, Jail Road and Old Town grids: KE maintenance activity today KARACHI: KE will be undertaking a critical maintenance activity at Gadap, Jail Road and Old Town Grids on Thursday,... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Jilani meets EU official ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani met with the European Union Commissioner for Climate Action... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
ITA appoints Kazim as Chairman of its BoTs KARACHI: Idara-e-Taleem-o-Aagahi (ITA), which is a leading civil society organization addressing the issues of... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Inter-Region U-13 One-Day tournament begins today LAHORE: The National Inter-Region Under-13 tournament consisting of 16 teams is set to begin on Thursday (today) in... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
‘Imamia Colony Bridge will be opened in few weeks’ LAHORE: The six-lane overhead bridge at Imamia Colony Railway Crossing Shahdara is nearing completion and it will be... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Ex-husband’s plea: IHC reserves verdict on Bushra Bibi’s petition ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC), Wednesday, reserved its verdict in Bushra Bibi’s petition seeking the... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
CS visits Central Jail Kot Lakhpat LAHORE: Chief Secretary Punjab Zahid Akhtar Zaman on Wednesday visited Central Jail Kot Lakhpat to check the... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Adiala Jail admin claims to have received bomb threat ISLAMABAD: The Adiala Jail administration has claimed to have received a bomb threat from an anonymous caller who... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Rates Stocks up in dull trade KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange on Wednesday witnessed a positive trend and closed in green on the back of fresh... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Toshakhana case: Imran, wife jailed for 14 years ISLAMABAD: Accountability Court here on Wednesday sentenced Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Imran Khan and ... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
IBA holds ‘career fair’ KARACHI: The Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi, hosted its Annual Career Fair 2024, at the IBA ... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
NA-122, Lahore; NA-89, Mianwali: Imran moves SC against rejection of his nomination papers ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Imran Khan approached the Supreme Court against rejection of his nomination papers... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
PTI decides to hold intra-party elections within 15 days ISLAMABAD: The general body of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), unanimously, passed a resolution for holding PTI’s... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
9 Pakistanis: Bodies being airlifted from Taftan: FO ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office said that the mortal remains of nine Pakistani nationals, who were killed in a... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
PARTLY FACETIOUS: There was conspicuous accumulation of wealth “Hmmmm.” “Right, reminiscent of 2017.” “Not quite.” “Ten years against ten years!” “OK the ... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Stocks PSX holiday KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited will remain closed on Monday, February 05, 2024 being a public holiday... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Joe Biden’s dilemma The killing of three US servicemen in a drone strike on the Syrian-Jordanian border, claimed by Iran-backed group... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Reform mantra: the new kid on the block Since late 1980s the origin of reform mantra is solely in the domain of the multilateral agencies. In the last one... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Letters ‘Rising poverty’ This is apropos a Business Recorder op-ed ‘Rising poverty’ carried by the newspaper on last Tuesday. The writer,... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Energy security is a must In the 21st century the universe we live in is going through an energy transition. While the West after depleting... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Stocks Nasdaq sinks to 1-week low on Alphabet disappointment NEW YORK: The tech-heavy Nasdaq tumbled to over a week low on Wednesday, as Alphabet’s projections for rising AI... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Stocks European shares see off January muted PARIS: European shares ended flat on Wednesday, as losses in technology stocks countered gains fostered by upbeat... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Stocks China stocks log sixth straight losing month HONG KONG: China and Hong Kong stocks extended declines on the last trading day of January, with onshore blue chip... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Stocks Gulf markets fall on geopolitical tensions DUBAI: Most stock markets in the Gulf closed lower on Wednesday, on escalating geopolitical friction in the region,... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Stocks Tokyo shares rebound to close higher TOKYO: Tokyo stocks closed higher on Wednesday as investors looked ahead to the Federal Reserve’s latest policy... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Energy US natgas prices up 2pc after fall to nine-month low NEW YORK: US natural gas futures climbed about 2% on Wednesday after dropping to a nine-month low in the prior... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Rates LME official prices LONDON: The following were Tuesday official prices. ========================================= ALUMINIUM... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
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 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Rates Kibor interbank offered rates KARACHI: Kibor interbank offered rates on Wednesday (January 31, 2024). ========================== KIBOR... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Forex Open market rates of foreign currencies KARACHI: Open market rates of foreign currencies supplied by the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan on... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Forex Dollar's rate in interbank market KARACHI: Interbank closing rates for dollar on Wednesday (January 31, 2024). ======================== Open ... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Forex Kerb buying and selling rate of US dollar KARACHI: Dollar buying and selling rate in the kerb market in rupees on Wednesday (January 31, 2024).... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Rates Shipping Intelligence KARACHI: Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Wednesday (January 31, 2024).... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Grains Lahore Grain Market Rates LAHORE: Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Wednesday (January 31, 2024)... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Paper Lahore Paper Market Rates LAHORE: Paper market rates in rupees on Wednesday (January 31, 2024). ======================================= ... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Rates BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices KARACHI: BRIndex100 and BR Sectoral Indices on Wednesday (January 31, 2024). ==================================== ... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Energy Petroleum Policy 2012: Amendment summaries placed before CCI for approval ISLAMABAD: Two summaries for amendments to Petroleum Policy 2012 were placed before the Council of Common Interests... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Nepra voices its concern: Massive cut in use of powerby industries A public hearing was conducted on a proposal of positive adjustment of Rs 5.62/kWh in tariffs of power Distribution Companies Updated 01 Feb, 2024 02:28pm
Challenges of inflation persist: MoF ISLAMABAD: The Finance Ministry has said the challenges of inflation persist in the forms of supply chain... Updated 01 Feb, 2024 08:58am
Transmission line: Govt seeks 13-month extension of World Bank loan closing date ISLAMABAD: The government has sought a 13-month extension in the closing date of the World Bank loan to continue the... Updated 01 Feb, 2024 09:21am
7th population, housing census: ECC likely to approve proposal today ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet is likely to approve the Ministry of Planning... Updated 01 Feb, 2024 08:58am
Solar panel PV projects: PPIB seeks fixed interest/ mark-up rate on CDLs ISLAMABAD: The Private Power & Infrastructure Board (PPIB) has sought fixed interest/mark-up rate on Cash... Updated 01 Feb, 2024 09:43am
Budgetary requirements: Ijara Sukuk funding to help govt save Rs32bn per year KARACHI: The federal government will save approximately Rs 32 billion annually by raising funds through the Ijara... Updated 01 Feb, 2024 09:22am
ECP to discuss law, order situation today ISLAMABAD: With general elections only a week away, the dramatic turn of events surrounding their fate had another... Updated 01 Feb, 2024 09:00am
ANP leader shot dead in Killa Abdullah QUETTA: A leader of Awami National Party (ANP) was shot dead in Killa Abdullah town of Balochistan on Wednesday. ANP... Updated 01 Feb, 2024 09:50am
Army to perform its duties under ECP guidelines ISLAMABAD: The top military brass on Wednesday resolved to assist the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) in the... Updated 01 Feb, 2024 08:59am
Petrol price raised by Rs13.55 ISLAMABAD: Interim government on Wednesday approved a substantial raise in ex-depot price of petrol, ie, by 13.55... Updated 01 Feb, 2024 08:59am
ADs allowed to make import advance payments without prior SBP approval KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has allowed Authorised Dealers (ADs) to make import advance payments,... Updated 01 Feb, 2024 09:42am
Energy Welfare of Fesco staff: CEO says concerted efforts being made FAISALABAD: Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (Fesco) is striving hard for the welfare of staff and solution of all... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities Gold falls, silver steady KARACHI: Gold on Wednesday saw some value fall on the local market but silver was steady, traders said. Gold lost... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Constitutional limitations of caretakers EDITORIAL: Secretary Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) in a letter to Secretary to the Caretaker Prime Minister... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Plus ca change EDITORIAL: Plus ca change, plus c’est la meme chose (The more things change, the more they remain the same). This... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Energy LPG price increased by Re1/kg ISLAMABAD: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra), on Wednesday, increased LPG per kg price by Re 1 with effect... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities Current rainfall likely to have positive impact on Rabi crops ISLAMABAD: The ongoing spell of rains, which is expected to continue till February 4, will not only have a... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities First ‘formal’ gold trading firm opened KARACHI: The country’ first formal company for offline and online trading of gold was inaugurated in Karachi on... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities London cocoa climbs to record high LONDON: London cocoa futures on ICE hit a record high on Wednesday, extending the market’s prolonged advance on... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities Japan rubber futures gain SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures rebounded on Wednesday, snapping a three-day decline, as optimism on reduced... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities Iron ore at one-week low on weak China data BEIJING: Iron ore futures prices hit a more than one-week low on Wednesday, with top consumer China’s persistently... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Energy Oil dips on faltering China economy NEW YORK: Oil prices fell on Wednesday, pressured by low economic activity in leading crude importer China and a... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities Activities of Karachi Port and Port Qasim KARACHI: The Karachi Port Trust handled 137,808 tons of cargo comprising 69,569 tons of import cargo and 68,239 tons... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities PMEX daily trading report KARACHI: On Tuesday at PMEX, the traded value of Metals, Energy, COTS/FX and indices was recorded at PKR19.084... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities Wheat heads for first monthly fall since Sept on ample supply CANBERRA: Chicago wheat futures fell on Wednesday and headed for their first monthly decline since September, as... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities Palm oil extends losses amid weaker rival oils SINGAPORE: Malaysian palm oil futures declined for a third consecutive session on Wednesday, amid weaker rival oils... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities Copper hits one-month high LONDON: Copper prices touched their highest in a month on Wednesday as the dollar retreated on weaker than expected... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Cotton & Textile Cotton spot rates KARACHI: official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Wednesday, (January 31, 2024)... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Cotton & Textile Spot Rate remains constant at Rs 20,000/maund LAHORE: Despite subdued trading activity, the local cotton market in Lahore exhibited stability on Wednesday, with... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities Paris wheat slips again as Russian export competition weighs PARIS: Euronext wheat futures extended losses on Wednesday to new contract lows as falling Russian prices kept... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Commodities Gold prices firm as spotlight shifts to Fed meeting NEW YORK: Gold gained on Wednesday but was on track to snap its three-month winning streak, while markets were glued... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Interest Rates Fed holds rates steady WASHINGTON: The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged on Wednesday but took a major step towards lowering... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Sugar mills evading tax to face crackdown ISLAMABAD: The caretaker government has decided to start crackdown on sugar mills involved in tax evasion, well... Published 01 Feb, 2024 04:52am
Attachment of bank accounts of taxpayers: FBR orders sales tax/FED recovery only after approval by field committees
