Since July 22, numerous unauthorised exchange outlets have been closed after the military intelligence agency summoned currency dealers to address the rising dollar rate in the open market. photo: file KARACHI: Pakistan’s workers’ remittances posted a year-on-year decline in March 2026, reflecting emerging external risks even as overall inflows remain strong, with analysts warning that…
A goldsmith weighs gold jewellery inside a showroom. PHOTO: REUTERS Gold prices in Pakistan declined on Thursday, reflecting losses in the international market, impacting both investors and consumers. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of gold per tola decreased by Rs9,500, reaching Rs494,662. Similarly, the price of 10-gram gold…
DPM appreciates Saudi Arabia’s continued support for Pakistan’s efforts towards achieving lasting peace Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar discussed current situation of region with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin. PHOTO: RADIO PAKISTAN Pakistan and Saudi Arabia expressed deep concern over ceasefire violations in Lebanon on Thursday, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs…
Survey shows 22% rural households spend 40% income on housing as deficit exceeds 10m units KARACHI: Housing quality and living conditions in Pakistan reveal a stark contrast between urban and rural areas, reflecting not just numbers but the everyday realities faced by millions of families across the country. While homeownership rates stand at 52% in…
US President Donald Trump vented his frustration with NATO during a private meeting with its secretary-general, Mark Rutte, on Wednesday as relations in the military alliance reached a crisis point over the Iran war. “He is clearly disappointed with many NATO allies, and I can see his point,” Rutte said on CNN’s ‘The Lead with Jake…
Calls on international community to take urgent, concrete steps to end aggression Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi speaking at a press briefing today on Thursday, March 26. PHOTO: SCREENGRAB Pakistan on Thursday strongly condemned Israeli aggression against Lebanon, citing the loss of innocent lives and widespread destruction of infrastructure, according to the Ministry of Foreign…
Islamabad well positioned to deepen energy & trade ties, establish rail & road transit corridor with Iran LAHORE: When Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif posted a carefully worded appeal on X in the early hours of Wednesday, requesting President Trump to extend his deadline by two weeks and simultaneously urging Iran to open the Strait…
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a mixed trading session by midday on Thursday, April 9, 2026, as the benchmark KSE-100 Index hovered around the 165,700–166,800 level after opening near its previous close of 165,811 points. According to the latest available data, the index stood at approximately 165,736 points, reflecting a marginal decline of about…
‘This is a victory for diplomacy and dialogue,’ Rizwan Saeed Sheikh says in interview with CNN Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh. Photo: Screengrab Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh said that Pakistan had been working diplomatically for weeks, and the successful announcement of the ceasefire between US and Iran, and…
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) erupted in jubilation on Wednesday, registering its highest single-day gain of over 14,000 points (+9%) in history, as investors cheered the global peace momentum brokered by Pakistan and easing tensions between the United States and Iran. As trading commenced in the morning, the KSE-30 index rallied sharply, which sparked…