PSX sees sharp gains on US-Iran peace deal hopes
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its upward momentum on Wednesday, buoyed by investor confidence following signals from US President Donald Trump about a potential peace deal with Iran to resolve the Middle East conflict. During early trading, the KSE-100 index gained 2,774.43 points to climb to 167,516.90, reflecting a positive change of 1.68 percent […]
Capital market strength essential for economic stability: FinMin Aurangzeb
ISLAMABAD : Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that a strong capital market is essential for economic stability and sustainable development, while the private sector will play a key role in national growth. Addressing a ceremony of the Capital Market Development Fund in Islamabad, Muhammad Aurangzeb said that the government’s primary focus is […]
Rubio says US has achieved objectives of Iran operation
WASHINGTON:– US Secretary of State Marco Rubio argued on Tuesday that the United States has achieved its objectives in its military campaign against Iran, despite not yet securing Tehran’s enriched uranium, and that the effort to ensure safe passage for oil transit in the Strait of Hormuz is a separate, smaller, defensive operation. Rubio made […]
Iran says it wants a ‘comprehensive agreement’ with US
Iran will only accept “a fair and comprehensive agreement” in its negotiations with the US on ending the war in the Middle East, its foreign minister said on Wednesday, as President Donald Trump cited “great progress” in the process. “We will do our best to protect our legitimate rights and interests in the negotiations,” Foreign […]
Tarar felicitates newly elected CPNE office-bearers
Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Sunday felicitated the newly elected office-bearers of the Council of Pakistan Newspaper Editors (CPNE), expressing the hope that the new leadership would play an active role in addressing challenges faced by the media industry. In a statement, the minister congratulated CPNE President Kazim Khan, Secretary General […]
PM directs to make best arrangements for PSL final match
The prime minister issued the directive as Interior Minister Mohsin Raza Naqvi called on him here, the PM Office said.The Interior Minister updated PM Sharif about the arrangements and security measures taken regarding the holding of the PSL’s final match in Lahore.
Rana Mashhood praises two Pakistani youth for clinching top QECT global leadership awards
Describing the achievement as a “defining moment” for Pakistan’s youth, Mashhood said Hassan Ashraf, a member of the Prime Minister’s National Youth Council (Cohort 3), and Joshua Dilawar, an alumnus (Cohort 2), had brought international acclaim to the country through their visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to social impact. The QECT awards celebrate outstanding young […]
Trump says US not likely to accept new Iran peace proposal
US President Donald Trump said Saturday he will review a new Iranian peace proposal, but cast doubt over its prospects as he left open the possibility of future attacks on Iran. Negotiations between the two countries have been deadlocked since a ceasefire came into effect on April 8, with one round of peace talks to […]
“Merit-Based Cricket Trials for Rawalpindi Division Begin” Barrister Danyal Chaudhry
RAWALPINDI : Federal Parliamentary Secretary for Information and Broadcasting, Barrister Danyal Chaudhry, on Saturday announced the start of merit-based cricket trials for the Rawalpindi Division Grade-II team, stating that the initiative is part of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s vision to promote sports across Punjab. Speaking at the inauguration of the trials, Barrister Danyal said the […]
“Marka-e-Haq – A Defining Victory of Resilience, Unity, and National Resolve” Barrister Danyal Chaudhry
Islamabad: Federal Parliamentary Secretary for Information and Broadcasting, Barrister Danyal Chaudhry, has stated that the triumph of Marka-e-Haq stands as a defining chapter in Pakistan’s history; a symbol of resilience, unity, and unwavering national resolve that will echo through generations. He said this was not merely a battlefield success but a comprehensive victory achieved across […]