Lahore, Pakistan— New Zealand kicked off the tri-series in style with a commanding 78-run victory over Pakistan in the opening match at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Friday. After winning the toss and opting to bat first, the Kiwis posted a formidable total of 330 runs, thanks to explosive performances by Glenn Phillips and Daryl Mitchell. […]
Lahore – In a major acknowledgement of Pakistan’s economic recovery, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Atta Tarar said that international financial organizations, including the International Monetary Fund (IMF), had noted the nation’s path towards stability. Speaking to the media in Lahore, Tarar voiced hope about Pakistan’s economic future, noting lower inflation and better budgetary […]
Karachi, Pakistan— The precious metals market in Pakistan has shown steady trends, with gold continuing to dominate as the most sought-after asset. According to the latest data, 10 grams of gold are priced at PKR 256,671, while 1 tola and 1 ounce are trading at PKR 299,064 and PKR 798,350, respectively. Silver, often referred to as “poor man’s gold,” remains an affordable investment option, with […]
Karachi, Pakistan— The Pakistani open market forex rates have demonstrated relative stability as of today, reflecting cautious optimism among traders and investors. The latest update highlights key currency movements, with the US Dollar trading at PKR 279.60 for buying and PKR 281.10 for selling. The Euro and British Pound Sterling also held steady, with the Euro priced at PKR […]
Global rating agency Fitch has Recognizing Pakistan’s efforts toward economic stability, global rating agency Fitch notes notable advancement in structural reforms and better macroeconomic data. In its most recent analysis, Fitch said that Pakistan’s debt sustainability depends on its will to oppose changes and that this is also necessary to get continuous assistance from bilateral […]
Lahore: Mohsin Naqvi, as PCB Chairman, declared plans to evaluate the Champions Trophy squad along with visa solutions and stadium improvement strategies Chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Mohsin Naqvi announced the national selection committee is evaluating the Champions Trophy squad at their discretion in February 2025. The national selection committee evaluated team players Khushdil […]
Karachi, Pakistan— The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a mixed trading session today, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index closing at 110,322 points, marking a modest gain of 21 points. The index fluctuated within a range of 1,218 points, hitting an intraday low of 109,686 points before recovering slightly by the session’s end. Trading Volume and Market Capitalization A total of 299.6 […]
Lahore: Today, it is Friday, February 7, 2025, and identical to the Punjabi calendar in Pakistan; it is the 25thth of Magh 2081. Useful Details: Punjabi Date: 25 Magh 2081 Short Punjabi Date: 25/11/2081 Gregorian Date: Friday, February 7, 2025.
Lahore: Today, it is Friday, 07 February 2025, and identical to the Hijri calendar in Pakistan, it is the 8th of Shaban 1446. Useful Details: Islamic Date: 8th of Shaban, 1446 Short Islamic Date: 08/08/1446 Gregorian Date: Friday, 07 February 2025.
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed his strong position on the privatisation of state-owned companies. Leading a major privatisation conference, the premier underlined how Pakistan’s economic development calls for community participation. “Loss-making institutions will no more drain public resources,” he said. Emphasising that the government’s job is to develop policies and enable investment, not […]
