KSE-100 drops 308 points
KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) faced selling pressure on Wednesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index closing lower by 308 points, ending a three-session positive streak. The index started the day on a positive note, reaching an intra-day...
WB's $20bn pledge reflects confidence in Pakistan: PM
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday expressed his appreciation for the World Bank's historic pledge of $20 billion to Pakistan, announced under its first-ever 10-year Country Partnership Framework (CPF). The Prime Minister describe...
The importance of financial independence for women
Financial independence is a key to personal empowerment, self-reliance, and equality. For women, financial independence is not only about securing financial security but also about gaining control over their lives, making informed decisions, and enha...
New form of Indian terrorism
Ever since the Indian intelligence agency RAW has eliminated some freedom fighters in foreign countries, its operations have been increasing. The Indian intelligence agency killed some characters fighting for the freedom of Khalistan in Western count...
WB proposes debt management reform
ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has recommended the creation of a permanent Debt and Risk Management Committee (DRMC) in Pakistan to manage escalating fiscal risks and improve the fragmented approach to debt management. The proposed committee would be dir...
SBP reaffirms commitment to enhancing financial inclusion
KARACHI: The Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmad, reiterated the central bank's commitment to boosting financial inclusion in the country through enhanced collaborations with both international and domestic stakeholders. These...
Aurangzeb, Lee discusses strengthening Pakistan-Hong Kong economic ties
ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb emphasized the importance of strengthening economic and diplomatic ties between Pakistan and Hong Kong during his meeting with John K C Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region...
Sarfraz Ahmed appointed coach of Quetta Gladiators
LAHORE: Quetta Gladiators owner, Nadeem Omar, has appointed former captain Sarfraz Ahmed as the team’s new coach, entrusting him with new responsibilities. Sarfraz Ahmed, who was part of the players’ draft for PSL 10, was not selected by...
ICC Champions Trophy returns with Wasim Akram paying tribute to ‘White Jackets’
Karachi: ICC Men’s Champions Trophy returns next month for the first time since 2017. Setting the momentum in action, the ICC pays tribute to the iconic ‘white jackets’ with a promo video featuring Pakistan legend and former captain...
PCB to ‘welcome’ Rohit to Champions Trophy launch in Karachi
LAHORE: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) will welcome the Indian cricket captain warmly if he visits Karachi for the opening ceremony of the ICC Men’s Champion’s Trophy 2025. PCB sources stated there is no confirmation yet on whether t...
