PSX extends rally despite geopolitical jitters
Investors show interest in banks, energy and fertiliser stocks, pushing KSE-100 higher by 1,762 points…
PSX extends rally despite geopolitical jitters
Investors show interest in banks, energy and fertiliser stocks, pushing KSE-100 higher by 1,762 points KARACHI: Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) extended its winning streak on Thursday as investors looked beyond lingering concerns over volatile oil prices and the fragile regional peace situation, betting instead on improving market sentiment and selective buying in heavyweight stocks. The…
Match officials announced for National Champions Cup
The Pakistan Cricket Board has today announced the Match Officials panel for the upcoming National Champions Cup 2026-27 set to take place from 11 to 18 August at the Multan Cricket Stadium. A total of seven 50-over matches will be played with the final scheduled on Tuesday, 18 August. Former Test cricketer Ali Naqvi along…
Gold prices in Pakistan Today
Gold prices rose for the third consecutive day in international and local markets on Friday. In the international bullion market, the price of gold increased by $51 per ounce to $4,319. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), The price of gold per tola in the local market also increased by Rs5,100…
Ministers agree to tackle marine pollution
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Sindh Governor Nehal Hashmi Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Sindh Governor Nehal Hashmi have agreed to launch coordinated efforts to combat marine pollution and protect coastal ecosystems critical to the blue economy, according to a statement issued on Thursday. The…
Pakistan spinner Noman Ali joins County Championship side Lancashire
Noman Ali struck twice to keep Pakistan alive in the first Test. PHOTO: Shafik Malik Lancashire have signed Pakistan left-arm spinner Noman Ali for the remainder of the 2026 County Championship season, with the experienced bowler set to feature in the club’s final six first-class matches across August and September. The 39-year-old will strengthen Lancashire’s…
Trump signs orders to limit US birthright citizenship, despite Supreme Court ruling
Administration argues new directive falls outside the purview of the Supreme Court ruling US President Donald Trump gestures as he participates in a bilateral meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi (not pictured) in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, July 14, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS US President Donald Trump signed two…
PSX slips as profit-taking, oil concerns weigh on sentiment
KSE-100 falls over 450 points by midday as selling emerges across key sectors amid rising crude prices KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) came under selling pressure on Friday, ending its recent winning streak as profit-taking gathered pace amid higher international oil prices and concerns surrounding developments in the Strait of Hormuz. By 9:39am, the…
Women’s T20 Asia Cup to begin in Dubai
Arch-rivals Pakistan and India are set to meet in a blockbuster group-stage clash on Sept. 5 The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has confirmed the schedule for the 2026 Women’s T20 Asia Cup, with the eight-team tournament set to take place in Dubai from Aug. 28 to Sept. 13. The competition will open with a Group…
Former Pakistan record holder urges Arshad Nadeem to train in Europe
Zafar Ibn-e-Yaqoob says Germany offers the ideal environment for success in future events KARACHI: Pakistan’s former national shot put record holder Zafar Ibn-e-Yaqoob has urged Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem to train alongside the world’s top athletes in Europe, saying it is essential if the javelin thrower is to maintain his status among the sport’s elite….
Govt renews talks offer to PTI
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan shake hands during a National Assembly session on Thursday, June 26, 2025. Photo: X/Government of Pakistan ISLAMABAD: The government on Thursday renewed its invitation to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for a dialogue while reiterating that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s earlier offer of talks to…
