KARACHI – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has stated that the redemption deadline for prize bonds of the following denominations is December 31, 2024: Rs. 40,000, Rs. 25,000, Rs. 15,000, and Rs. 7,500. The central bank’s statement states that these bonds can be returned or exchanged at SBP offices, branches of the Banking Services […]
CENTURION – The first Test between Pakistan and South Africa at SuperSport Park has entered a nail-biting phase as the home side reached 27/3 at stumps on day three, needing 121 runs to secure victory while Pakistan requires just seven wickets to clinch the match. Rain delayed the start of play on the third day, […]
RATODERO – Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has once again advised the coalition government against rendering unilateral choices while neglecting provincial issues. Speaking at a news conference in Ratodero, Bilawal stated that the PPP has always given public concerns first priority and keeps developing the manifesto of Benazir Bhutto. He underlined the […]
Karachi: The foreign exchange market in Pakistan has witnessed notable fluctuations as of December 28, 2024. The US Dollar is being traded at a buying rate of 278.00 PKR and a selling rate of 279.50 PKR. The euro continues its upward trend, with buying at 287.40 PKR and selling at 290.15 PKR. The UK Pound […]
Rawalpindi: Addressing a press conference, Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, highlighted significant successes in Pakistan’s ongoing fight against terrorism. He stated that 2024 saw the highest number of terrorists eliminated in the last five years, with 925 militants neutralized, including several key leaders of extremist groups. Security forces […]
Today the latest open market forex rates in Pakistan indicate the following trends. The US Dollar is being bought at PKR 278.00 and sold at PKR 279.50. The Euro stands at a buying rate of PKR 287.40 and a selling rate of PKR 290.15, while the UK Pound Sterling is being traded at PKR 348.50 […]
Karachi – After two consecutive days of losses, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) bounced back strongly, with the 100 Index surging by 927 points to close at 111,351 points. Trading volume on the PSX saw a notable increase of 30% compared to the previous day, and the market capitalization surged by Rs. 112 billion. During […]
Garhi Khuda Bakhsh, Larkana – President Asif Ali Zardari addressed a large gathering in Garhi Khuda Bakhsh on the occasion of the death anniversary of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto, vowing to ensure the rights of all provinces and urging the nation to remain steadfast in the face of challenges. Zardari assured the public that the rights […]
Karachi – Following a significant rise yesterday, gold prices in Pakistan saw a decline today. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association, the price of gold per tola has dropped by Rs. 800, bringing it to Rs. 273,200. Similarly, the price for 10 grams of gold fell by Rs. 686, now standing at […]
Centurion – Today, the first Test of the much-awaited two-match series between South Africa and Pakistan begins at SuperSport Park in Centurion. Both sides have finished with their preparations, with Pakistan’s players practicing hard in the areas of batting, bowling, and fielding. Shan Masood, the captain of Pakistan, was upbeat before the Boxing Day match, […]
