SCO condemns Jaffar Express, Khuzdar attacks in Tianjin declaration

Leaders of SCO member states declare use of terrorist groups, proxies unacceptable   Call for establishing an inclusive govt in Afghanistan to ensure lasting peace   In his address, PM Shehbaz says…

PIA privatisation expected by November, Senate panel informed

ISLAMABAD  –  The Senate Standing Committee on Privatisation was informed on Monday that privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) was expected by November 2025. The secretary informed the Committee that…

Fritz reaches US Open quarters as Townsend loses epic

NEW YORK  –  Dreams died by fractions of an inch and were reborn through sheer determination on a pulsating Sunday at the U.S. Open, with Taylor Townsend’s heartbreaking exit contrasting…

Inflation rate dips by 0.6 percent in August on month-on-month basis

ISLAMABAD  –  Pakistan’s inflation rate was recorded at 3 percent during August this year, which is once again under the government’s projections. The inflation rate has been recorded at 3…

Court extends physical remand of youtuber Ducky bhai in gambling apps case

A local court on Monday extended the physical remand of YouTuber Saad ur Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, for two more days in a case pertaining to the promotion…

Soneri Bank announces half yearly results for 2025

KARACHI  –  The Board of Directors of Soneri Bank Limited, in its 211th meeting held in Karachi recently, approved the bank’s condensed interim financial statements for the half year ended…

Oil and Gas Development Company launches new logo

ISLAMABAD  –  Oil and Gas Development Company Limited, Pakistan’s largest exploration and production company, has  launched its new logo, “OGDC — the energy,” introducing a refreshed identity that reflects the…

CDC onboards AKD Securities to its RAAST Aggregator Platform

LAHORE  –  The Central Depository Company of Pakistan (CDC) has onboarded AKD Securities Limited to its RAAST Aggregator Platform, enabling investors to transfer funds instantly and securely. This strategic integration,…

NBP’s total income soars 58pc to Rs157.1b

KARACHI  –  The Board of Directors of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) met the other day to approve the interim condensed financial statements of the bank for the half-year ended…

PIAF seeks reforms to expedite export growth as US grants seafood approval

LAHORE   –  The Pakistan Industrial and Traders Associations Front (PIAF) has appreciated the four-year extension granted by the United States for Pakistan’s seafood exports, while at the same time warning…