PM orders fast-track rules for virtual assets

LAHORE: Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Friday directed that an effective regulatory system for virtual assets in line with international standards should be operationalised as soon as possible The remarks came as Minister of State and Chairman of the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) Bilal bin Saqib called on the prime minister. The prime…

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Leeds cruise into Premier League top three

Leeds United’s Ao Tanaka shoots at goal before Newcastle United’s Lewis Miley scores their first with an own goal. Photo: REUTERS LEEDS: Leeds demolished Newcastle 4-1 to climb up to third in the Premier League table on Monday and inflict a punishing first defeat for Magpies boss Matthias Jaissle. A Lewis Miley own goal opened…

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PSX loses steam amid cautious trading

KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended lower on Tuesday as investors adopted a cautious stance amid a lacklustre trading environment, with the absence of a strong catalyst prompting profit-taking in key sectors. The market opened on a positive note, with buying interest witnessed across cement, commercial banks, oil and gas exploration companies, oil marketing…

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Gold prices in Pakistan today- August 27, 2026

Gold prices declined in global and local markets on Thursday, while silver prices increased. In the international bullion market, the price of gold fell by $35 per ounce to $4,605. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA) in the local market, the price of gold decreased by Rs3,500 per tola to Rs483,036….

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ADB to advise on airport outsourcing

Airport to be outsourced to private operator under long-term concession framework The ADB listed Pakistan among 60 nations that may face 10% to 12.5% additional US tariffs from July 24. It said recent policy developments indicate US trade restrictions are likely to remain broad despite the Supreme Court’s invalidation. photo:REUTERS ISLAMABAD: The Privatisation Commission Board…

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PSX ends with mild losses, lacks triggers

KARACHI: The benchmark KSE-100 index closed over 200 points lower at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Thursday as the market remained largely range bound amid a lack of fresh positive triggers. The index shed 0.73% for the week. Market breadth remained weak, with more stocks declining than advancing. At the close of trading, the…

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PSX rises back above 170,000 as oil eases

KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) recovered on Friday as late-session easing of crude oil prices lifted sentiment, allowing the benchmark KSE-100 index to close nearly 1,650 points higher. Arif Habib Limited (AHL), in its report, observed that Pakistan’s equity market recovered as the KSE-100 rose 0.98%, or 1,646.82 points, to close at 170,511.86. The rebound…

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‘Punjab steps up efforts to boost agriculture’

. MULTAN: Punjab Additional Chief Secretary Iftikhar Ali Sahoo has said the development of the agriculture sector and prosperity of farmers are among the government’s top priorities, directing officials to intensify efforts to guide farmers and improve crop production. He made these remarks while chairing a meeting in Multan to review the situation of cotton,…

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