KSE-100 index plunges 900 points during intraday trade – Business
Bears dominated the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Thursday as shares witnessed a spike in selling pressure, with analysts attributing the losses to “ambiguity on the political landscape”. The KSE-1000 index lost 936.97, or 1.51 per cent, to stand at 61,216.87 at 2:52PM from the previous close of 62,153.84 points. On Wednesday, the index had […]
India’s top court strikes down anonymous election funding scheme – World
India’s top court on Thursday struck down a scheme that allowed anonymous political donations in the form of electoral bonds, a critical ruling that comes ahead of national elections expected in April. Electoral bonds have become a key method of political funding, allowing donors to give anonymously through certificates purchased from a bank, but transparency […]
Syra Yousuf celebrates Galentines
In a heartwarming twist to the traditional Valentine’s Day celebrations, Pakistani actor Syra Yousuf chose to honour her favourite girls on an exciting Galentine’s Day. The star took to her Instagram on Wednesday evening, sharing glimpses of her cosy Galentine’s celebration with her beloved daughter, Nooreh, along with her niece and step-daughter, Zahra. The Instagram […]
1 dead, children among 21 injured in Super Bowl parade shooting in US – World
One person was killed and children were among the 21 injured after a mass shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory rally on Wednesday triggered panic among huge crowds of fans. Shots rang out moments after jubilant Chiefs players addressed a vast, cheering crowd, sending shocked fans and VIPs fleeing in a tragic […]
PSL 2024: Saud ready for new role, Haris upbeat as teams gear up for action – Sport
LAHORE: Action at the ninth HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) is nearing as teams continued with their practice here at the LCCA ground on Wednesday. Quetta Gladiators and Peshawar Zalmi held their practice sessions in the afternoon, while Lahore Qalandars and Islamabad United trained under lights. Test batter Saud Shakeel, the newly appointed vice-captain of […]
SL celebrate 3-0 sweep against Afghanistan – Sport
SRI LANKAN opener Pathum Nissanka plays a shot during the third One-day International against Afghanistan at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.—AFP PALLEKELE: Sri Lanka completed a sweep of the three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, confidently beating the tourists in the final game by seven wickets on Wednesday at Pallekele. Set a target of […]
Water scarcity leads to conflicts, Pakistan warns at UNSC – World
UNITED NATIONS: In a UN Security Council debate on climate and water scarcity, Pakistan has once again emphasised the need for strict adherence to the Indus Water Treaty. “Increasing water demand, coupled with climate change impacts, creates the potential for trans-boundary water disputes in several parts of the world,” warned Pakistan’s UN envoy Munir Akram […]
Exhibition celebrates ‘unknown artist’ Yoko Ono – World
LONDON: She is the world’s most famous unknown artist — everyone knows her name, but no one knows what she does, John Lennon once said of the perceived disregard for his wife Yoko Ono, who turns 91 on Sunday. From Thursday, Ono’s impact on conceptual art will be on display in a retrospective exhibition at […]
Hafeez exits PCB after short stint as Director Cricket
Mohammad Hafeez and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have decided to part ways, marking the end of their association. Hafeez, who assumed the role of Director Cricket in November of the previous year, has contributed significantly to the Pakistan men’s cricket team. In an official statement, the PCB expressed sincere appreciation for Hafeez’s invaluable contributions, […]
2 killed, 13 hurt in firing amid recount of Hub votes – Pakistan
QUETTA: During a vote recount, two people were killed and 13 others injured in an armed clash between the supporters of Balochistan Awami Party (BAP) and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) candidates outside the office of the returning officer in the industrial town of Hub, on Wednesday. Officials said BAP’s Balochistan chapter president Sardar Mohammad Saleh […]