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Zinc and copper driven up by supply fears before retreating on strong dollar

September 1, 2026 11:20

LONDON: Zinc prices hit a more than four-year high on supply worries while copper touched a seven-month peak on Tuesday before retreating under pressure from a stronger dollar and a global bond selloff. Benchmark three-month zinc on the London Metal Exchange was up 1.3% at $3,933 a metric ton by 1020 GMT after touching $3,990 for its highest since May 2022. Stock markets tumbled on Tuesday and bond yields jumped on the back of renewed fighting in the Middle East. “The tight supply outlook is the main focus in the industrial metals,” said Ole Hansen, head of commodity strategy at Saxo Bank in Copenhagen. “There are concerns about rising yields and the potential increase in funding costs, but it just goes to show that commodities with a tight supply situation can weather the storm when there’s some concern about the demand outlook.” Zinc snaps six-day rally as rising stocks ease tightness The most-traded zinc contract on the Shanghai Futures Exchange touched a peak of 27,165 yuan a ton for its highest since January. Falling refined zinc inventories outside China, tight raw material supply and speculative buying have boosted the metal used to galvanise steel, with August producing its strongest monthly performance since January on both the LME and SHFE. Available LME zinc inventories, material that has not been earmarked for removal, slumped to 68,250 tons, down 28% in less than a week to their weakest since December last year, data showed on Tuesday. Tight supply outside China has drawn metal out of the country and into overseas warehouses, supporting prices and lowering inventories in those markets. “Domestic (Chinese) inventories saw a sharp drawdown on Monday, with spot purchasing concentrated in deliverable brands,” Chinese broker Jinrui Futures said in a note. LME copper climbed to its highest since January 29 at $14,441.50 a ton before slipping into the red to stand 0.5% down at $14,218. A stronger dollar makes commodities priced in the U.S. currency more expensive for buyers using other currencies. LME aluminium rose 0.3% to $3,253 a ton after touching its highest since August 13 at $3,288, lead was little changed at $1,905, nickel shed 0.7% to $16,750 and tin dipped 0.2% to $55,125. [...]

Palm climbs over 1% on stronger rival oils, crude

September 1, 2026 11:17

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian palm oil futures rose more than 1% on Tuesday, as gains in firmer as rival edible oils and crude oil prices offset weak cargo surveyor data on August exports. The benchmark palm oil contract for November delivery on the Bursa Malaysia Derivatives Exchange rose 77 ringgit, or 1.57%, to 4,971 ringgit ($1,231.67) a metric ton at the close, extending gains for a second straight session. Crude palm oil futures traded higher following a rally in Chicago soyoil and Chinese palm olein and soyoil futures during Asian hours, coupled with stronger energy prices, said Anilkumar Bagani, commodity research head at brokerage Sunvin Group. “The market also benefited from the widening palm oil discount against gas oil. Currently, we also see that the market has ignored the weaker Malaysian palm oil exports in August and the absence of any significant decline in production,” he said. Cargo surveyors estimated that exports of Malaysian palm oil products in August fell between 6.5% and 14.9% from a month earlier. Dalian’s most-active soyoil contract rose 0.94%, while its palm oil contract added 0.55%. Soyoil prices on the Chicago Board of Trade were up 2.02%. Palm oil tracks the price movements of rival edible oils, as it competes for a share of the global vegetable oils market. Oil prices gained as the resumption of fighting between the U.S. and Iran in the Middle East renewed fears of supply disruptions from the world’s key crude-producing region. Stronger crude oil futures make palm a more attractive option for biodiesel feedstock. Indonesia has set its September crude palm oil reference price at $1,007.51 per ton, a trade ministry regulation showed. India is likely to receive below-average monsoon rainfall in September after August precipitation came in 16% below normal, the weather department said on Monday, raising concerns about crop yields and economic growth in Asia’s third-largest economy. [...]

Indian shares edge lower on higher crude prices, bond yields; banks, autos lead losses

September 1, 2026 11:08

Indian shares edged lower on Tuesday as escalating Middle East tensions pushed oil prices and bond yields higher, while heavyweight banks reversed Monday’s closing auction gains. The Nifty 50 fell 0.1% to 24,055.8 and the BSE Sensex shed 0.02% to 76,944.28. The indexes were down 0.4% and 0.3%, respectively, at 3:15 p.m. IST ahead of the beginning of closing auction session (CAS). Heavyweights Reliance Industries extended gains to 2.5% from 2% ahead of CAS window, while ICICI Bank pared losses to 1.1% as against 1.8% before CAS. Twelve of the 16 major sectors logged losses. Bank index fell 1.1%, reversing the roughly 500-point gain it recorded in the CAS on Monday. The broader small-caps and mid-caps lost 0.2% and 1.4%, respectively. Global bond yields and oil prices jumped as traders fret about oil-driven inflation, monetary tightening and worsening fiscal conditions. Brent crude futures jumped 2% to over $92 per barrel after renewed fighting between U.S. and Iran. Foreign buying in Indian stocks hits 23-month high in August, depository data shows “The challenges (for Indian market) are more global in nature, with investors watching movement in crude oil prices,” said Sunny Agrawal, head of fundamental equity research at SBICAPS Securities. Agrawal added that domestic factors like implementation of CAS and a strong IPO pipeline are also keeping the secondary markets in check, even though the economy is doing well. India’s economy grew 7.8% year-on-year in the April-June quarter, surpassing forecasts, data released on Monday showed. Reliance Industries jumped 2.5% after Jefferies raised its price target, citing higher refining earnings. Kotak Mahindra Bank rose 1.3%, bucking losses among banks, after Reuters reported the lender had recommended two insiders for CEO. Maruti Suzuki slumped 4.4% after August sales fell from July. The auto index lost 1.2%. Happiest Minds fell 10.9% after ITC said its IT unit would buy a 22.1% stake in the software services provider. ITC gained 4.3%. [...]

RBI intervention, dollar flows push Indian rupee to two-month peak

September 1, 2026 11:05

MUMBAI: The Indian rupee surged to a two-month high against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday, powered by aggressive central bank intervention and supported by flow-related dollar offers from foreign banks. The Indian rupee settled above the 95 to the dollar mark for the first time in two months, defying a selloff in Asian currencies triggered by a global bond rout that deepened with Japan’s benchmark bond yield hitting the key 3% barrier for the first time in 30 years. “The rupee strengthened significantly in today’s session, reflecting continued RBI dollar-selling intervention and flow-related dollar supply, while yesterday’s strong growth data as also improved sentiment toward the currency,” said Anil Kumar Bhansali, head of treasury at Finrex Treasury Advisors. The currency ended at 94.9500, up 0.2% from the previous close, notching its third consecutive daily rise. Inflows toward a state-backed infrastructure fund also aided, traders said. The Reserve Bank of India, which has been a heavy presence in the forex market in recent sessions, sold dollars again through state-run banks, propelling the rupee higher even as Asian peers fell between 0.2% and 5.2%. Treasuries sold off, with the 10-year yield spiking to a its highest since January 2025, as traders ramped have up bets on a U.S. rate hike this month amid inflation concerns. U.S. President Donald Trump threatened further strikes against Iran on Monday after the first exchange of direct attacks in a month, raising tensions in a conflict that had recently shifted into an economic standoff. Brent crude was 2% higher at $92.25 per barrel in Asian trade. Finrex’s Bhansali said Brent and higher global yields limited the rupee’s upside and expects the currency to trade in the 94.75 to 95.25 range in the near term. The Indian central bank’s currency intervention has led to increased market focus on its ballooning FX forward book, which hit an all-time high of nearly $137 billion in July. [...]

Foreign buying in Indian stocks hits 23-month high in August, depository data shows

September 1, 2026 11:03

Foreign portfolio investors poured $3.1 billion into Indian equities in August, the highest monthly inflow in nearly two years, aided by domestic companies’ strong earnings outlook and the central bank’s measures to stabilize the rupee. FPIs were net buyers for a second consecutive month, with their purchases in August being the largest since September 2024, National Securities Depository data showed on Friday. Still, they remain on course for the highest-ever annual outflows from the country, with net sales worth $24.6 billion in the year so far, following a shift to markets with pure-play AI-linked companies such as Taiwan and South Korea earlier this year. Concerns about the impact of a surge in oil prices on India’s inflation also pressured foreign buying, considering the country is the world’s third-largest crude importer. Benchmarks Nifty and Sensex are down 7.8% and 9.7% in 2026 so far, among the worst-performing Asian and emerging markets. The trend, however, has reversed since July on worries that the companies making those massive investments in AI infrastructure may not reap their profits soon. Indian shares slip on global woes; MSCI rejig spurs stock-specific volatility The Reserve Bank of India’s measures to support the rupee and attract foreign money into debt markets, alongside a robust June-quarter earnings season, have also aided sentiment. Profit after tax for Nifty 50 companies rose by the highest in 10 quarters, according to at least five brokerages. Several brokerages such as Motilal Oswal and PhillipCapital have since upgraded their fiscal year 2027 earnings expectations. “The key takeaway for domestic and foreign investors is that demand remains healthy, has beaten expectations and is continuing beyond the June quarter,” said Hiren Dasani, chief investment officer for emerging markets at Singapore-based WhiteOak Capital. Dasani said the RBI also seemed to have attracted sufficient forex inflows, considering the early closure of a special dollar-rupee swap window for banks that were raising foreign currency deposits from the diaspora. The addition to the RBI’s dollar buffer could ease concerns around rupee volatility, a key consideration for foreign investors, he said. “It should be treated as a sign of strength that the central bank has got enough dollars now, rather than a weakness, with the ability to stabilise the rupee on a much better footing now.” Despite renewed foreign buying, weakness in heavyweights such as HDFC Bank and Reliance Industries dragged the Nifty and Sensex down 1.2% and 1.5% in August. The broader markets fared better, with nine of 16 major sectors posting monthly gains and the small-cap and mid-cap indexes rising 3.1% and 2.1%, respectively, to record highs. [...]

Pakistan rupee registers gain against US dollar

September 1, 2026 10:50

The Pakistani rupee extended its marginal gains against the US dollar on Tuesday. The local unit closed the day at 277.46, a gain of Re0.01 against the greenback. On Monday, the Pakistani rupee settled at 277.47 against the dollar. Meanwhile, the yen steadied near the 160-per-dollar level on Tuesday. The U.S. dollar was subdued, backing away from Friday’s gains as investors contended with rising odds of a hike from the Federal Reserve in September after last week’s hawkish remarks from Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh. The euro was steady at $1.1623 after eking out a nearly 1% gain for August. Sterling last fetched $1.35575 after a 0.5% rise last month. The dollar index , which measures the U.S. currency against six other units, eased to 99.37. Moreover, oil prices gained around $1 on Tuesday. Brent crude futures were up $1.05, or 1.2%, to $91.54 a barrel at 0455 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was up $1.27, or 1.5%, to $87.03. In the previous session, Brent closed up 2.7%, at one point reaching its highest since August 25, and WTI settled up 2.8%, touching its highest since August 21. [...]

European stocks muted as bond selloff continues; Reckitt jumps

September 1, 2026 7:54

European shares were little changed on Tuesday as a renewed bonds selloff weighed on markets, while positive corporate updates limited losses. The pan-European STOXX 600 was up 0.04% at 651.35 points by 0729 GMT. Britain’s FTSE 100 fell 0.4% as trading resumed after Monday’s bank holiday. Germany’s DAX slipped 0.2%, while France’s CAC 40 gained 0.4%. Global bond yields hit major new highs on Tuesday as renewed fighting in the Middle East lifted oil prices and investors worried about inflation and braced for a slew of interest rate hikes. Germany’s 30-year government bond yield rose to a fresh 15-year high, while France’s 30-year yield climbed anew to touch its highest since 2008. A prolonged fighting in the Middle East that has driven up energy prices as well as hawkish remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh last week has prompted investors to price in interest rate hikes. Traders largely expect the European Central Bank to hike rates in September, LSEG data showed. Euro zone inflation figures for August, which could offer fresh clues on the interest rate trajectory, are expected later in the day. Energy stocks rose 1.4%,as Brent crude traded around $92 a barrel. Reckitt Benckiser Group added 5.2% after a jury favoured the company in its trial over claims the company failed to warn that its products for premature babies could cause a deadly bowel disease. Shares of Air Liquide climbed 3.8% after media reports said activist investor Elliott Investment Management has built a stake in the French multinational company. [...]

UK 10-year gilt yields hit highest since 2008 as Iran war reignites inflation fears

September 1, 2026 7:52

LONDON: British 10-year government bond yields rose to their highest since 2008 on Tuesday, tracking a rising in borrowing costs globally as another increase in oil prices reignited concerns about inflation. The gilts market was also playing catch up with moves elsewhere, following Monday’s UK public holiday. Ten-year gilt yields rose to their highest since June 2008 at around 5.23%, up 7 basis points on the day. Two-year bonds yields were at their highest since March at around 4.59%. Investors were pricing in 30 basis points of interest rate hikes by the BoE by the end of the year.‑Reuters [...]

Gold price drops by Rs800 per tola in Pakistan

September 1, 2026 7:06

Gold prices in Pakistan decreased on Tuesday in line with their loss in the international market. In the local market, gold price per tola reached Rs465,336 after a decline of Rs800 during the day. Similarly, 10-gram gold was sold at Rs398,950 after it fell by Rs686, according to rates shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). On Monday, gold price per tola reached Rs466,136 after a decline of Rs1,800 during the day. The international rate of gold declined by $8 to reach $4,428 per ounce (with a premium of $20). Meanwhile, the price of silver also decreased by Rs50 to reach Rs7,129 per tola. [...]

Oil prices rise as latest fighting revives Mideast supply disruption risks

September 1, 2026 6:49

Oil prices gained around $1 on Tuesday as the resumption of fighting between the U.S. and Iran in the ‌Middle East renewed fears of supply disruptions from the world’s key crude-producing region. Brent crude futures were up $1.05, or 1.2%, to $91.54 a barrel at 0455 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was up $1.27, or 1.5%, to $87.03. In the previous session, Brent closed up 2.7%, at one point reaching its highest since August 25, and WTI settled up 2.8%, touching its highest since August 21. On Monday, US President Donald Trump threatened further strikes against Iran following the first exchange of direct ⁠attacks between the countries in a month on Sunday, raising tensions in a conflict that had recently shifted into an economic standoff. “These bring the potential for Iranian retaliation back into the equation. That in turn raises the prospect of damage to energy infrastructure around the Gulf and adds fresh uncertainty for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Both of those risks are being reflected in the firmer tone in crude prices,“ said Tim Waterer, chief market analyst at KCM. On Monday, the number of visible commodity vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz held at five per day, below the 10-day average of around 14, shipping data from Kpler showed. None of the five ships were liquid tankers. Efforts by mediators including Qatar and Oman to broker ‌a ⁠deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which carried about a fifth of global oil supplies before the war erupted in late February, have so far failed to gain traction. Iran shut the waterway after the U.S. and Israel attacked the country on February 28. Highlighting the risks that remain to shipping and oil supply, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency (UKMTO) said on Tuesday a tanker reported being struck ⁠by three projectiles while sailing out of the Strait of Hormuz. No casualties or environmental impacts were reported. “Despite satellite tracking firms suggesting oil flowing through Hormuz is around 6 million barrels per day, that is well below pre-conflict levels,” said ANZ analysts in a ⁠note. “In the meantime, the buffers the global oil market has been relying on are becoming exhausted. U.S. inventories are nearing minimum levels, while China’s ability to keep imports low will be tested as seasonal demand picks up.” Crude oil ⁠inventories in the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve declined by about 3.1 million barrels last week, leaving stockpiles at 286.6 million barrels. Analysts polled by Reuters in August expect oil prices to remain above $80 a barrel in 2026 as shipping disruptions continue. [...]

Indonesia August inflation edges up

September 1, 2026 6:35

JAKARTA: Indonesia’s annual inflation rate picked up to 3.19% in August from 2.88% the previous month, official data showed on Tuesday, to be roughly in line with the 3.13% expected by economists polled by Reuters. Indonesia exports rise 6.05% annually in July, beating expectations Statistics Indonesia will release core inflation and July trade data later on Tuesday. [...]

Iran war could keep inflation high, ECB policymaker Rehn warns, FT reports

September 1, 2026 6:29

The European Central Bank must prepare for an extended “conflict of attrition” in the Middle East that could keep inflation elevated in the Eurozone, ECB policymaker Olli Rehn told the Financial Times in an interview published on Tuesday. “We must show no complacency in the face of these inflationary pressures,” Rehn told the newspaper, referring to energy prices that have been pushed up by the war between the US and Israel on one side and Iran and the near closure of the Strait of Hormuz shipping channel. [...]

US Treasury selloff pushes India 10-year bond yield towards 7%

September 1, 2026 6:27

MUMBAI: Indian government bonds fell sharply at the start of the month, pushing the benchmark yield towards 7.00% as US Treasury yields jumped after fresh military escalation between Iran and the United States. The yield on the benchmark 6.94% 2036 bond was at 6.9559% as of 10:00 a.m. IST on Tuesday, after closing at 6.9452% on Monday. It earlier rose to 6.9653%, its highest since June 8. “Rising US Treasury yields and the escalation in geopolitical risk have dealt a fresh blow to Indian bonds. With the benchmark yield approaching 7.00%, market appears vulnerable to further selling pressure unless global rates retrace meaningfully,“ trader with a primary dealership said. US forces struck two Iranian missile launchers, prompting retaliatory attacks on US personnel in Jordan. The seven-month conflict has kept oil prices high, raising inflation concerns and expectations of tighter monetary policy. The US 10-year Treasury yield topped 4.75% on Monday for the first time since January 2025 and rose further in Asian trade. According to CME FedWatch, the probability of a 25-basis-point Fed rate increase later this month has risen to 66%, from roughly 41% a week earlier. The repricing followed Federal Reserve Chair Warsh’s Jackson Hole remarks, in which he said the central bank could need to raise rates if inflation fails to move back toward its 2% target. The benchmark Brent crude held near $91 a barrel, adding pressure on major oil importers such as India. Meanwhile, the country’s economy grew 7.8% on-year in April-June, above the 7.1% estimate in a Reuters poll, adding to the potential for the Reserve Bank of India to move towards tightening. [...]

India's factory growth at five-year low in August on weakening demand, PMI shows

September 1, 2026 6:26

BENGALURU: India’s manufacturing sector expanded at its slowest pace in five years in August as demand remained soft, leading to job losses for the first time in more than two years, a survey showed. The HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, fell to 52.8 in August from 53.5 in July, slightly lower than a preliminary estimate of 52.9. A PMI reading above 50.0 indicates growth in activity. Asia’s third-largest economy grew 7.8% from a year earlier in the April-June quarter, exceeding a Reuters poll expectation of 7.1% driven by an investment boom and growth in the manufacturing sector. However, growth is expected to slow to 6.6% in the current quarter according to the poll. New orders rose at the slowest pace since August 2021, with firms pointing to challenging market conditions and weak demand for some products. Export orders also grew, though the pace of international demand growth eased from July. India’s July factory growth near five-year low on weaker demand, PMI shows Output continued to expand but at its slowest pace in five years. In a further sign of caution, factory headcount fell for the first time in 30 months, though the decline was only marginal. Cost pressures eased, with input price inflation falling to a six-month low. Firms limited increases in their selling prices as a result, with output charge inflation slowing to its weakest in 45 months and falling below its long-run trend. Despite the broad slowdown, business confidence improved slightly and rose to its highest since May. However, sentiment remained subdued by historical standards. ‑Reuters [...]

Indonesia exports rise 6.05% annually in July, beating expectations

September 1, 2026 6:20

JAKARTA: Indonesia exported goods worth $26.22 billion in July, up 6.05% from the same month a year earlier, official data showed on Tuesday, with a trade surplus posted for the first time in three months. The exports growth compared with a 3.36% annual growth expected in a Reuters poll. July imports rose 27.02%, above the 24% expected in the poll, Statistics Indonesia said. That resulted in a narrow trade surplus of $0.13 billion. Exports for the month were supported by manufactured goods, such as basic chemical goods, refined nickel and aluminium products. Indonesia, the world’s biggest exporter of thermal coal, palm oil and nickel, has benefited from higher prices of some of its top commodities this year, some of which were affected by the US-Israeli war with Iran. Indonesia exports fell 6.6% y/y in November However, despite high global crude prices, Indonesia’s oil and gas exports have dropped as the government asked contractors to prioritise domestic sales. Earlier, the bureau’s data showed inflation in Southeast Asia’s largest economy remaining benign in August amid increased subsidies to keep fuel prices unchanged. The annual inflation rate picked up to 3.19% in August, from 2.88% in July, slightly above the poll’s 3.13% forecast and within the central bank’s 1.5% to 3.5% target range. The core inflation rate, which strips out government-controlled prices and volatile food prices, was 2.92%, compared with the poll’s 2.8% and June’s 2.76%. [...]

India preparing rollout of agentic payments on UPI, sources say

September 1, 2026 11:34

MUMBAI: India is preparing a framework that would let AI agents make small digital payments without approval for every transaction, three sources familiar with the matter said, potentially making UPI one of the world’s largest networks with agentic payments. While leading payment companies have launched such frameworks in the U.S., Europe, Singapore and Australia, a rollout on the popular Unified Payments Interface would also put India among the first countries to have a national infrastructure for agentic AI payments. UPI, operated by the National Payments Corporation of India, is the world’s largest retail fast-payment system by transaction volume, according to a 2025 IMF report. It processed 24.51 billion transactions worth 29.82 trillion Indian rupees ($314.21 billion) in August, with Google Pay and Walmart’s PhonePe accounting for around three-fourths of monthly transaction volumes. India’s Pine Labs posts quarterly profit on digital payments boost The Unified Agent Protocol is likely to be unveiled next week at the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai, the sources said, requesting anonymity as the details are private. The NPCI did not immediately respond to Reuters queries seeking comment. Early use cases Low-value, frequent purchases such as groceries are likely to be among the first use cases, the first source said, adding that e-commerce platforms are well-placed to capture early demand. NPCI expects use cases to eventually become more sophisticated, the source said. For example, AI agents could place orders based on sale offers and discounts and make investments based on specified instructions around price thresholds. The protocol is expected to draw on two existing UPI mechanisms — UPI Circle, which lets a primary account holder delegate payment authority to a secondary user such as an AI agent, and Reserve Pay, which lets customers block funds for multiple debits. Banks currently cap such blocks at 10,000 rupees ($105.44) for up to 90 days, though this limit and its validity may be revisited for agentic use, the sources added. India’s RBI plans expansion of digital rupee through welfare schemes, cross border payments NPCI is expected to offer infrastructure for merchants to integrate directly, letting customers set rule-based instructions for AI agents on when and how much to pay, with built-in spending limits, audit trails and identity checks, the sources said. They added that the NPCI plans to build in a liability framework, but did not provide details. Global push Global card networks Mastercard and Visa are also separately building similar agentic capabilities for payments in India, mirroring a global push by these companies to secure AI-driven commerce. Mastercard completed its first authenticated agentic transaction in New Delhi in June. Earlier this year, fintech firm Pine Labs launched its own agentic protocol, P3P, letting AI agents complete UPI payments after a single upfront authorisation. [...]

India busts firm faking expiry dates, nutrition labels on PepsiCo, Nestle food exports

September 1, 2026 11:29

MUMBAI: Indian authorities have raided an illegal operation in Mumbai that faked expiry dates and nutritional information on original food products manufactured by PepsiCo, Nestle, Coca-Cola and Unilever so they could be exported to other countries. Reuters got exclusive access to the warehouse last week as food officers conducted a six-day investigation and seized goods worth nearly $80,000. A photographer saw chemicals used to remove manufacturers’ original expiry dates and ingredient labels, machines to print and apply replacements and scores of label packs for products including Lay’s potato chips and Maggi noodles. India’s Maharashtra state, where Mumbai is the capital, has intensified a food safety drive under the new head of the state’s Food and Drug Administration, Tukaram Mundhe, whose surprise inspections at elite clubs and restaurants have made him an online and TV celebrity. “I am absolutely shocked by the scale. It is like organized activity. It’s been done systematically,” Mundhe told Reuters on Tuesday about the investigation into the illicit warehouse operation. Hard-handed Indian official urges food firms to be ethical amid labelling, ingredients row The warehouse, located in the industrial area of Navi Mumbai around 25 km (16 miles) from Mumbai’s international airport, was run by privately owned Sadhana Enterprises. Its owner said they carried out the activities on behalf of 19 little-known exporters, according to a media release from the state and a police case document. Officials said most products were expired or near expired. By changing dates, “harmful food products are being exported for sale, thereby defrauding customers,” the case document said. It was not clear which countries the products were destined for but all the stock was for export, Mundhe said. At least one reprinted label on a PepsiCo packet was in English and French, Reuters found. PepsiCo, Nestle, Unilever India unit Hindustan Unilever, and Coca-Cola did not respond to Reuters requests for comment. Reuters calls to warehouse co-owners Jayprakash Sanchatiram Singh and Jaya Navrang Bahadur Singh were not answered. It was not clear whether any arrests had been made. India wanted red flags on chip packets and soda. Big Food fought back Chemicals and printing machines The gated warehouse had four large rooms beneath a tin roof. Officials found nearly 5,000 cartons of consumer products, including PepsiCo’s Lay’s and Kurkure chips, Nestle’s Maggi Masala Noodles, Unilever’s Knorr Mushroom Soup and Hellmann’s Mayonnaise, and Coca-Cola’s Thums Up and Limca cans. Many of the Kurkure and Maggi packets, as well as the Thums Up cans, had their dates removed. Inside the dirty warehouse, Reuters photographer Francis Mascarenhas saw a can of a chemical solvent that officials said was used to erase dates from the packets. They said an operator would enter the fake expiry and manufacturing dates using a stylus on a computer screen. Workers would then use a machine fitted to a metal table, decorated with a tiny “I love my India” sticker, to allegedly print the new label on packaging and cans. “The original date of manufacture and expiry date on the packaging of the food articles had been scratched out, erased … (and) new information printed over them,” the police document said. The police case did not accuse any global companies of wrongdoing, but Mundhe called for supply chain accountability. Nestle wants India to consult on food-labelling rules amid debate on packaging warnings “Everybody needs to take this seriously. Companies have to abide with compliances and ensure that branding, packaging and sale is done as per regulations,” he said. Cartons of Maggi, fake ingredient labels Enforcement of food safety laws is weak in India. Food safety checks have long focused on adulteration, particularly of dairy products, when cases rise during festive seasons as demand for traditional Indian sweets surges. Mundhe told Reuters his team found some packs were being reprinted with a future manufacturing date of October 2, 2026 inside the Mumbai warehouse. Given foreign countries may have different labelling requirements and health guidelines, Reuters found dozens of Maggi cartons in the warehouse, with one sample showing a fake nutrition label pasted on top of a pack, making it export ready by describing it as a “Product of India”. One PepsiCo Kurkure pack had a nutrition label in English and French in a bilingual format. The fake label reduced the quantity of cereal products in its ingredients by 10%, and tweaked the number of calories and serving size in an apparent move to align the labels with foreign regulations. [...]

Pakistan kicks off process for dual-tranche dollar Eurobond

September 1, 2026 11:25

Pakistan has launched the process for a US$ benchmark dual-tranche Eurobond, Advisor to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad announced on Tuesday. The process offered five-year and 10-year tenors, the minister shared in a post on X. “The transaction follows successive sovereign credit-rating upgrades, stronger macroeconomic fundamentals and improved investor confidence — marking another important step in Pakistan’s renewed access to international capital markets,” he wrote. [...]

Zinc and copper driven up by supply fears before retreating on strong dollar

September 1, 2026 11:20

Palm climbs over 1% on stronger rival oils, crude

September 1, 2026 11:17

Indian shares edge lower on higher crude prices, bond yields; banks, autos lead losses

September 1, 2026 11:08

RBI intervention, dollar flows push Indian rupee to two-month peak

September 1, 2026 11:05

Foreign buying in Indian stocks hits 23-month high in August, depository data shows

September 1, 2026 11:03

Pakistan rupee registers gain against US dollar

September 1, 2026 10:50

Fauji Foundation acquires majority stake in Askari General Insurance

September 1, 2026 8:17

Fauji Foundation (FF) has acquired a 51% shareholding and control in Askari General Insurance Company Limited (AGICL) from Army Welfare Trust (AWT), following the execution of the transaction on August 28, 2026. Askari General Insurance disclosed the development in a filing to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Tuesday. According to the filing, 51,337,953 ordinary shares, representing 51% of AGICL’s total issued and paid-up share capital, were transferred from AWT to FF at carrying cost. AGICL clarified that the transaction does not constitute an acquisition, merger, or change in control, or a commercial investment activity that would impact the market or competition. “It is reiterated that there is no acquisition or merger or change in control in the nature of commercial investment activity having impact on market or competition,” read the notice. “The transaction does not result in any material alteration in the ultimate beneficial or economic control of the company,” it added. Fauji Foundation is a “Social Hybrid Enterprise” and one of Pakistan’s largest social entities, established as a charitable trust to serve the welfare of ex-servicemen and their families. Its purpose is to support the community and the families of “shuhadas” (martyrs) and veterans, providing welfare through job opportunities and free healthcare. The organisation also absorbs retired armed forces personnel in gainful employment. In late 2025, the UAE committed to invest $1 billion in Fauji Foundation, converting existing deposits with SBP into equity for a new fund or trust in partnership with Fauji Foundation. This new fund is expected to invest in new projects, likely in agriculture, energy, and mining. [...]

European stocks muted as bond selloff continues; Reckitt jumps

September 1, 2026 7:54

UK 10-year gilt yields hit highest since 2008 as Iran war reignites inflation fears

September 1, 2026 7:52

Gold price drops by Rs800 per tola in Pakistan

September 1, 2026 7:06

Oil prices rise as latest fighting revives Mideast supply disruption risks

September 1, 2026 6:49

Indonesia August inflation edges up

September 1, 2026 6:35

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Pakistan kicks off process for dual-tranche dollar Eurobond

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Torrential rain inundates low-lying areas of Rawalpindi, Islamabad; schools closed

September 1, 2026 11:14

Torrential rain battered Rawalpindi and Islamabad, flooding low-lying areas and disrupting traffic, while authorities announced a holiday for educational institutions on Tuesday, Aaj News reported. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), 201 millimetres of rain was recorded at Shamsabad, the highest in the twin cities, followed by 186mm at New Katarian, 157mm at Golra and 146mm at the PMD station. In view of the intense rainfall, a rain emergency has been declared in Rawalpindi, with WASA, Rescue 1122, Civil Defence and Solid Waste Management placed on high alert. Several low-lying areas and major roads in the twin cities were inundated following the heavy downpour. Old Airport Road, Rahimabad Bridge and Murree Road near Committee Chowk were among the areas where several feet of water accumulated, causing prolonged traffic congestion and leaving motorists stranded for hours. In Islamabad’s G-14 sector, one person was killed and another seriously injured after the roof of a house collapsed due to the rain. The injured person was shifted to Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) for treatment. Students at COMSATS University in Chak Shehzad faced difficulties reaching their campus as roads were submerged, while several candidates appearing for an entrance test at Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University were reportedly unable to reach their examination centre on time. Meanwhile, the water level at Rawal Dam has risen to 1,751 feet, prompting authorities to decide to open the dam’s spillways. Sirens were sounded in areas along Nala Lai to alert nearby residents amid the rising water level. WASA Managing Director said the water level in Nala Lai had reached 27 feet at Katarian and 21 feet at Gawalmandi. Heavy machinery has been deployed at vulnerable locations to deal with any emergency. The WASA chief urged citizens to avoid unnecessary travel and remain indoors. Rawalpindi Deputy Commissioner Captain (retd) Nadeem Nasir said WASA, Rescue 1122 and other relevant agencies had been placed on alert, while Nala Lai and other drains were being continuously monitored. On the directives of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, district administration and Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) teams are present in the field and monitoring the situation round the clock. The PDMA director general has directed relevant departments to ensure the prompt removal of accumulated water from low-lying areas and locations where drainage is obstructed. The PDMA spokesperson advised residents to stay away from electricity poles and dangling wires and urged parents to prevent children from going near accumulated water in low-lying areas. The PDMA helpline 1129 is available for emergencies. The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast that the current spell of rain will continue in the region until September 5. [...]

Indian shares edge lower on higher crude prices, bond yields; banks, autos lead losses

September 1, 2026 11:08

Islamabad MoU offers most viable, durable path to end US-Iran conflict: PM Shehbaz

September 1, 2026 11:07

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday described the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as the “most viable and sustainable pathway” to ending the ongoing conflict in between the US and Iran, saying it provides a broadly acceptable basis for all parties to pursue peace through dialogue and diplomacy. Addressing the meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Plus in Bishkek, PM Shehbaz said Pakistan’s peace efforts over the past two years, during its tenure as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, had reached an important milestone with the signing of the Islamabad MoU, PM Office stated. “The Islamabad MoU is the most viable and sustainable pathway to ending the ongoing conflict in the Middle East region and provides a broadly acceptable basis for all parties to achieve peace through negotiations and diplomacy,” the prime minister said. PM Shehbaz said the agreement had marked a significant phase in Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to promote peace and de-escalation in the region. He added that Pakistan was also a signatory to the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, which, he said, had further strengthened prospects for regional peace by sending a clear message of unity and shared resolve. “The agreement would also help create conditions conducive to development and prosperity across the region,” he said. The prime minister said the world was currently passing through an era of unprecedented turbulence and transformation. He recalled that the United Nations was established 80 years ago to translate into reality the universal dream of ending wars and conflicts and establishing lasting peace. “Over the past eight decades, Pakistan has remained fully committed to and compliant with the UN Charter, viewing the organisation as an opportunity to help build a more equitable, democratic and just international order,” he said. However, he stressed that the United Nations urgently needed reforms to make it more accountable, effective and responsive to the demands of a changing world. As a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council, Pakistan had played an active role in international peace efforts over the past two years, he said, reaffirming Islamabad’s commitment to multilateral diplomacy and peaceful resolution of conflicts. Shehbaz calls for SCO unity, peace, connectivity Earlier, addressing the SCO Council of Heads of State meeting here, PM Shehbaz called for greater cooperation, connectivity and peaceful resolution of disputes among SCO member states, saying the bloc must choose “cooperation over confrontation” amid growing geopolitical and economic challenges. The prime minister said Pakistan took great pride in being part of the organisation as it marked 25 years of its journey. He congratulated Kyrgyzstan on the successful completion of its SCO chairmanship and commended its contributions towards strengthening practical cooperation among member states. He also felicitated the leadership and people of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan on their respective Independence Days. “From a tender sapling, the SCO has grown into a towering tree providing the shade of security and stability to all of us,” the prime minister said. He observed that the global landscape was currently marked by intensifying geopolitical tensions, fragmentation of the global economy, the escalating climate crisis and unprecedented technological transformation. In such a complex environment, he said, the SCO represented the collective resolve of its members to confront these challenges together and deliver peace, security and prosperity to their peoples. Prime Minister Shehbaz said Pakistan remained committed to the core principles of the United Nations and SCO charters, particularly the peaceful resolution of disputes in accordance with international law. He said Pakistan had consistently advocated peace when the sovereignty and territorial integrity of an SCO member state was violated earlier this year, triggering a major regional crisis. The resulting disruption to energy supply routes had affected the global economy, he said, adding that Pakistan and the international community had consequently borne a heavy economic cost. Pakistan, he maintained, had acted as an “honest and sincere mediator and facilitator” and its sustained diplomatic efforts had culminated in the signing of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, which he described as a critical step towards regional de-escalation and restoration of peace. “We firmly believe that the Islamabad MOU offers the most viable and enduring pathway to lasting peace in our region,” he said. The prime minister expressed gratitude to friendly countries for their support during Pakistan’s peace-building efforts. Referring to Pakistan’s recently signed trilateral Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, PM Shehbaz said the pact was “fundamentally defensive in nature”. He stressed that the agreement was not directed against any state and was not intended to create confrontation or division. “Pakistan has always strived to strengthen multilateralism,” he said, while stressing that multilateral organisations must be empowered to translate aspirations into concrete action. PM urges world to address Gaza crisis The prime minister also drew attention to the continuing suffering of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. He said Palestinian families, particularly mothers and children, continued to endure profound suffering, deprivation and injustice. “The international community must honour its commitment to help the Palestinian people, alongside all other oppressed nations, secure their fundamental right to self-determination,” he said. ‘Water must never be weaponised’ Highlighting the importance of lasting peace in South Asia, Prime Minister Shehbaz said the region could not realise its full potential without stability. He described water as the “lifeblood” of the region and warned against using shared water resources as an instrument of coercion or political leverage. “The treaties governing our shared waters are solemn binding international commitments. They cannot be cast aside at will,” he said, urging that such agreements be honoured “unconditionally in both letter and spirit”. The prime minister said terrorism remained one of the gravest threats facing the region and highlighted Pakistan’s role in strengthening regional counterterrorism cooperation as chair of the SCO Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure. He said Pakistan had sacrificed more than 90,000 lives and suffered economic losses of over $150 billion during the past two and a half decades in its fight against terrorism. “These sacrifices were not for Pakistan alone. They were to ensure a safer and more secure region and beyond,” he said. On Afghanistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz reiterated Pakistan’s desire for a peaceful, stable and prosperous neighbouring country. “Let there be no ambiguity. So long as terrorists continue to use Afghan territory to shed the blood of innocent Pakistanis and other nationals, lasting peace will remain beyond our reach,” he said. Connectivity now a ‘strategic imperative’ PM Shehbaz stressed that regional connectivity was central to the SCO’s future, saying it was no longer a choice but a “strategic imperative”. He said the recent regional crisis had demonstrated the importance of diversified transport networks, secure energy corridors and resilient supply chains to collective security. He highlighted the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as a gateway linking regional economies with the Arabian Sea and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to trans-regional railway projects, road connectivity initiatives and regional energy projects. He also called for implementation of the SCO Development Strategy until 2035, describing the proposed establishment of an SCO Development Bank as a critical step in that direction. As permanent chair of the SCO special working group on poverty reduction, Pakistan would continue working to strengthen social protection and promote inclusive and sustainable development across the region, he added. Pakistan unveils priorities for SCO chairmanship PM Shehbaz said Pakistan’s SCO chairmanship would focus on key sectors including information technology and artificial intelligence, energy development, poverty reduction, disaster management, health, culture and sports. Pakistan has proposed the establishment of an SCO sovereign AI infrastructure and governance framework aimed at promoting responsible and inclusive AI development and ensuring that no member state is left behind. He said Pakistan’s chairmanship would be pursued under the theme: The prime minister expressed hope that stronger connectivity would bring the region’s peoples closer, innovation would create new opportunities and shared prosperity would reach communities across the SCO region. “Let history record that the SCO chose cooperation over confrontation, dialogue over division, bridges over barriers and hope over fear,” he said. “Let history record that the SCO not merely witnessed a changing world, but shaped it together.” SCO leaders sign joint declaration Following the address, PM Shehbaz and other participating leaders signed the joint declaration of the SCO meeting. Earlier, Shehbaz arrived at the venue of the Council of Heads of State meeting in Bishkek, where he was warmly received by Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov. The two leaders shook hands before joining other participating leaders for a group photograph, followed by the formal proceedings. The meeting was chaired by President Zhaparov as Kyrgyzstan completed its rotating SCO presidency for 2025–26. PM Shehbaz has now assumed Pakistan’s chairmanship of the SCO Council of Heads of State for 2026–27. The summit was attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Tajik President Emomali Rahmon and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, among other leaders. The prime minister is accompanied on his visit to Bishkek by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan, Communications Minister Abdul Aleem Khan, Information and Broadcasting Minister Attaullah Tarar and senior officials. [...]

RBI intervention, dollar flows push Indian rupee to two-month peak

September 1, 2026 11:05

Foreign buying in Indian stocks hits 23-month high in August, depository data shows

September 1, 2026 11:03

HBL PMI: Manufacturing activity hits highest level since war began

September 1, 2026 10:58

The HBL Pakistan Manufacturing PMI inched up to 51.8 in August 2026, from 51.7 in July, reaching its highest level since the onset of the war. Although the pace of expansion remained modest, underlying demand conditions continued to improve, supported by a combination of stronger domestic orders and sustained growth in export demand. New orders expanded at their fastest rate in five months, reflecting improved product quality and competitive pricing strategies. Export orders also strengthened for a fourth consecutive month, highlighting resilience in external demand. The improved order environment continued to support manufacturing activity, with output rising at a pace broadly similar to July. However, producers remained cautious in scaling up production amid lingering inflationary pressures. Manufacturers increased purchasing activity for the third successive month and continued to build inventories in anticipation of stronger demand ahead. Employment levels remained largely unchanged during the month, as selective hiring to meet higher order volumes was balanced by ongoing cost-management measures. Meanwhile, supply-chain conditions improved further, with delivery delays easing to their lowest level since November 2025. Commenting on the latest PMI data, Humaira Qamar, Head of Equities & Research – HBL, noted “Business confidence regarding output over the next 12 months strengthened in August, reaching one of the highest levels recorded this year. Optimism was underpinned by expectations of sustained sales growth and a moderation in price pressures. While we expect inflation to moderate through the second half of FY27, the disinflationary trajectory is likely to be more gradual and less pronounced than previously anticipated.” [...]

Pakistan rupee registers gain against US dollar

September 1, 2026 10:50

Iran's president says Tehran will reciprocate if US honours interim deal commitments

September 1, 2026 8:20

DUBAI: Iran will immediately reciprocate if the United States returns to its commitments under an interim deal signed in June, President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Tuesday. He made his comments at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Bishkek after the first exchange of direct attacks in the US-Iran conflict since late July, with the US striking Larak Island and Iran then launching attacks on two US air bases in Jordan. “I am stating clearly that if the US returns to its commitments under the Memorandum of Understanding, the Islamic Republic of Iran will immediately reciprocate,“ Pezeshkian was quoted as saying by state media. He was referring to an interim deal signed in June between Tehran and Washington in efforts to end the war, which started with US and Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28. The deal quickly unravelled amid disagreements over its implementation. Tehran has repeatedly said it will allow free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil supplies, only if Washington implements the terms of the agreement. Pezeshkian said in Bishkek on Monday that war was in no one’s interest and that Tehran was still open to a negotiated solution in its conflict with Washington. US President Donald Trump told Fox News “there will be a response” following the Iranian attacks but told reporters in the Oval Office that the renewed strikes did not signal a return to full-scale war. [...]

Fauji Foundation acquires majority stake in Askari General Insurance

September 1, 2026 8:17

Key player Kushner regrets the way FIFA private investment proposal played out

September 1, 2026 8:12

Venture capitalist Josh Kushner said his company Thrive would not have become involved in FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell part of the commercial rights of the World Cup to private investors if they had known how it would ‌play out. Kushner, the brother of Jared Kushner, son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump, defended the principle of Infantino’s ill-fated FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal but said Thrive had not fully understood the politics of soccer. Infantino withdrew the proposal, which valued the commercial rights of the World Cup and other FIFA tournaments at $20 billion, in late July in the face of a fierce ⁠backlash from European governing body UEFA and other stakeholders in the game. “While we stand behind the motivations of FFE, we failed to appreciate the political dynamics of global football, and the lengths some would go to,” the American billionaire said in a statement on Monday. “Thrive has a long track record of being a partner to all constituents. Had we known what this would devolve into, we would not have gotten involved.” UEFA last week asked a U.S. federal court for permission to obtain testimony and documents from FIFA entities in Florida for use in a planned criminal ‌complaint in ⁠Switzerland against Infantino, according to a court filing. The filing, seen by Reuters, requests all communications between FIFA and Thrive and other investors and advisors over the FFE proposal. Reuters has contacted FIFA for comment. Thrive Capital was named by Infantino as the “anchor investor” in the proposal in his letter to FIFA’s 211 members in ⁠late July. Although he has apologised for “errors” made during the aborted proposal, Infantino has subsequently defended the concept behind FFE as a vehicle to distribute more money to poorer national soccer federations. Kushner echoed those comments in his statement. “Money in ⁠football has historically been concentrated amongst a small group of countries,” he added. “The idea behind FFE was to direct more capital and equity equally amongst all 211 member countries, providing significantly ⁠more investment to underdeveloped nations to nurture local talent, support grassroots football, enhance the fan experience, and ultimately grow the global game everywhere. “It was an idea that every member association would vote on, not an obligation or determination.” [...]

Raphinha and Lamine doubles lift Barcelona past Rayo Vallecano

September 1, 2026 8:08

BARCELONA: Raphinha and Lamine Yamal both scored twice as Barcelona rolled past Rayo Vallecano 5-2 at the Camp Nou on Monday to maintain their perfect start to the season and jump to the top of the LaLiga table. Vallecano opened the ‌scoring in the 12th minute when Alvaro Garcia skipped past Barcelona defender Jules Kounde and laid a pass into the box for Sergio Camello, who tucked it past goalkeeper Joan Garcia. Defending champions Barcelona, who dominated possession in the first half, got their equaliser in the 19th minute as Raphinha took a quick pass from Xavi Espart, shimmied into the box and slotted home. Lamine ⁠put them ahead two minutes later with a curling left-footed effort from just inside the box that sailed into the top corner of the net. The 19-year-old’s stunning strike was his 50th goal for the Catalan club. Saka earns Arsenal narrow victory at troubled Villa Hansi Flick’s side thought they had a third goal when Kounde pounced on a spilled save from Vallecano keeper Daniel Cardenas, but it was ruled offside after a VAR review. But the hosts added to their lead shortly after the break when Anthony Gordon’s cross into the box bounced off the foot of Vallecano defender Florian Lejeune and into the net in the ‌51st ⁠minute. The visitors pulled one back when Camello headed home a corner from Unai Lopez in the 59th minute, but Barcelona came knocking once more. With 20 minutes to go, Gordon latched onto a long ball from Kounde and cut into the box before setting up Raphinha with a clever back heel. The Brazilian, again playing ⁠up front, sliced it past Cardenas for his fifth league goal in three matches. Vallecano had another chance to get back into the game in the 82nd minute, but midfielder Randy Nteka’s left-footed shot from the centre ⁠of the box was saved by Barcelona keeper Garcia. Barcelona wrapped up the scoring in the 90th minute when Karim Adeyemi played a short pass to Lamine, who sent a perfectly placed low strike from ⁠outside the box past a diving Cardenas. Barcelona moved top of the table with nine points, sitting ahead of Real Madrid, who also have nine points, on goal difference. Vallecano are 18th with no wins and one point after three matches. [...]

Punjab by-polls: Notices served on minister, SAPM for 'violating' election code of conduct

November 21, 2025 1:33

This collage of pictures show Federal Minister of Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Huzaifa Rehman. —APP/NA website/FileShow-cause notices have been issued to Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari and Special Assistant to the... [...]

27th Amendment empowers FCC to hear all constitutional cases: minister

November 20, 2025 7:59

Minister of State for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik addressing an event on December 21, 2024. — Facebook@BarristerAqeelMalikState Minister for Law Aqeel Malik said on Thursday that the 27th Amendment has vested authority to hear constitutional matters in the Federal Constitutional... [...]

JF-17 attracts strong attention at Dubai Airshow as friendly country inks procurement MoU

November 20, 2025 5:25

Pakistan Air Force JF-17 Thunder fighter jet during World Defence Air Show 2024 held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, February 7, 2024. — PPI Pakistan's JF-17 Thunder garnered significant attention at the Dubai Airshow 2025, leading to the signing of a memorandum of understanding with a... [...]

US lawmakers laud Punjab govt's initiative to modernise brick-kiln

November 20, 2025 4:39

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz attends ceremony in this undated image. — Facebook/@MaryamNSharifISLAMABAD: The Congressional Pakistan Caucus has applauded Punjab’s drive to modernise its brick-kiln sector, saying the reforms could serve as a pilot for eliminating bonded labour and... [...]

Security forces gun down 30 terrorists in multiple IBOs in KP: ISPR

November 20, 2025 4:38

Frontier Constabulary and army personnel gather stand guard in Kurram, January 17, 2025. — AFPSecurity forces killed 30 Indian proxy Fitna al-Khawarij terrorists during multiple intelligence-based operations carried out by security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa , the military's media wing... [...]

MQM-P calls for new province in Sindh

November 20, 2025 3:56

Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan Convener Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui addresses a press conference in Karachi, November 20, 2025. — Screengrab via YouTube/Geo NewsKARACHI: With discussions on the 28th Amendment gaining momentum, the Muttahida Qaumi Movement–Pakistan has once again... [...]

US report validates Pakistan military edge over India: PM

November 20, 2025 3:55

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addresses ceremony in Azad Jammu and Kashmir on November 20, 2025. — X/@GovtofPakistanPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said a recent US report endorsing Pakistan’s downing of Indian aircraft stands as formal validation of the country’s... [...]

Banned TTP poses serious threat to Pakistan security: UNSC panel

November 20, 2025 10:24

Denmark’s Deputy Permanent Representative to United Nations and chair of UNSC's ISIL, Al-Qaeda Sanctions Committee Sandra Jensen Landi. — Screengrab via UN WebTV websiteThe chair of the United Nations Security Council's Daesh and Al-Qaeda Sanctions Committee has cautioned that the... [...]

CM Afridi clarifies remarks on by-poll after ECP requests army deployment

November 20, 2025 10:01

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Khan Afridi addresses a gathering at Havelian, Abbottabad on November 19, 2025. — Facbook@ImMuhammadSohailAfridiISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Thursday issued a clarification concerning his remarks on the NA-18 by-poll,... [...]

Dubai sees 3.2m Pakistani passengers in 2025 as airport sets new milestone

November 20, 2025 6:16

People sit at a coffee shop as they wait for their flight at the Dubai International Airport, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, April 17, 2024. — ReutersDUBAI: Dubai International Airport handled 3.2 million passengers travelling from Pakistan in the first nine months of 2025, making the... [...]

Security forces kill 23 Indian proxy terrorists in KP's Kurram

November 20, 2025 5:08

Security forces are seen taking position during an operation. — ISPR/FileRAWALPINDI: Amid country's ongoing fight against the menace of terrorism, security forces have neutralised 23 Indian proxy Fitna al-Khawarij terrorists in separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Kurram... [...]

Pakistan to construct island to boost oil exploration: report

November 19, 2025 6:26

Pump jacks operate in front of a drilling rig in an oil field in Midland, Texas United States. — Reuters/FilePakistan's state-owned energy company, Pakistan Petroleum Limited , has announced plans for an artificial island to boost its oil exploration efforts.Islamabad has intensified its... [...]

Russia ready to mediate Pakistan's issues with India, Afghanistan: envoy

November 19, 2025 6:14

Russia's ambassador to Pakistan has extended his country's offer to mediate Islamabad's conflicts with India and Afghanistan, amid strained relations with its neighbouring countries.Islamabad's relations with India have remained tense since the four-day war in May, while the Afghan Taliban regime... [...]

Security forces neutralise four terrorists in KP IBOs

November 19, 2025 5:12

Soldiers ride on a Pakistan Army vehicle in this undated image. — AFP/FileFour terrorists affiliated with Indian proxy, Fitna al-Khawarij, were killed in a series of operations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from November 17 to 18, the Inter-Services Public Relations said on Wednesday.An... [...]

Reclassification of 41 candidates on reserved seats goes beyond SC mandate: Justice Mandokhail

November 19, 2025 4:38

Supreme Court's Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail addresses an event related to Labour Day in Islamabad on May 1, 2025. — Screengrab/YouTube/Geo NewsISLAMABAD: Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhail has released a detailed dissent in the reserved seats case, stating that the ruling on 41 candidates... [...]

Keir Starmer to stand down as MP for Holborn and St Pancras

September 1, 2026 11:54

Keir Starmer to stand down as MP for Holborn and St PancrasThe former prime minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as MP for Holborn and St Pancras, months after leaving No 10. As reported by the Camden New Journal newspaper, he announced his resignation, stating that it had been... [...]

Texas, Louisiana brace for Tropical Storm Edouard with heavy rain, flooding threat

September 1, 2026 11:35

Texas, Louisiana brace for Tropical Storm Edouard with heavy rain, flooding threatTropical Storm Edouard is approaching the Gulf Coast early Tuesday and expected to strengthen later. After gaining strength, the tropical storm will hit Texas and Louisiana with dangerous threats of heavy rains and... [...]

Russia condemns Japan-US-Australia 'Orient Shield' military drillsâ€“Here's why

September 1, 2026 9:57

Russia condemns Japan-US-Australia ‘Orient Shield’ military drills–Here’s why Russia on Tuesday slammed upcoming joint military exercises between Japan, United States and Australia, citing it as a move to threaten its national security. According to the Kremlin, it had... [...]

Queen Mette-Marit unable to attend swearing-in ceremony, palace shares major update on her health

September 1, 2026 9:25

The Queen has had complications on some occasions since the operationQueen Mette-Marit, experiencing complications following her lung transplant, is unable to attend this afternoon's swearing-in ceremony at the Storting.The palace has shared major update on the Queen’s health as Norway's new... [...]

UK to boost defence spending as Trump reviews US support over Falklands

September 1, 2026 9:24

UK to boost defence spending as Trump reviews US support over Falklands The UK is set to boost its defence spending after President Donald Trump suggested reviewing the US support over the Falklands. As reported by Reuters, British finance minister John Healey told The Times, the country is... [...]

Two dead, including suspect, after random stabbing attack in New York's Times Square

September 1, 2026 8:31

Two dead, including suspect, after random stabbing attack in New York's Times SquareA violent confrontation unfolded in New York City’s Times Square when a 49-year-old woman randomly stabbed two pedestrians before being shot and killed by responding police officers.The midday attack in one... [...]

USâ€“North Korea summit possible 'any time' amid signs of resuming dialogue: report

September 1, 2026 6:57

US–North Korea summit possible 'any time' amid signs of resuming dialogue: reportNorth Korea and the United States are showing potential signs of moving toward resumed dialogue, a South Korean lawmaker revealed following a closed-door briefing by Seoul’s National Intelligence Service... [...]

Liberals score double byelection victory in Toronto and Quebec

September 1, 2026 4:10

The federal Liberals are projected to win two byelections in Toronto and Quebec, including flipping a Conservative-held riding, according to CBC News.The CBC decision desk projected Liberal candidate Tanveer Shahnawaz as the winner in Toronto's Beaches-East York riding.Shahnawaz maintained a... [...]

Fire breaks out at historic Vernon church as crews from across North Okanagan respond

September 1, 2026 3:42

Firefighters are battling a blaze at Vernon Alliance Church in British Columbia, after reports of heavy smoke pouring from the building on Monday evening.Vernon Fire Rescue Services responded to the church in the 2600 block of 43rd Avenue shortly after 5:00 PM on August 31 following multiple calls... [...]

Teen faces murder charges after allegedly helping San Diego mosque shooters

September 1, 2026 3:20

A North Carolina teenage girl has been charged with murder over her alleged role in the deadly mass shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego earlier this year.A grand jury indicted Sarah Santiago on three counts of first-degree murder and one count of conspiracy to commit first-degree murder,... [...]

Supreme Court allows construction for Trump's White House ballroom

September 1, 2026 2:55

The US Supreme Court has allowed President Donald Trump to continue construction of his controversial White House ballroom, rejecting an attempt by a preservation group to halt the project.The court ruled 5-4 on Monday, with Chief Justice John Roberts joining the three liberal justices in... [...]

NYPD fatally shoots woman after deadly Times Square stabbing attack

September 1, 2026 2:35

New York City police fatally shot a woman on Monday after she allegedly stabbed two people in Times Square in what authorities described as a “random and unprovoked” attack.According to CNN, police Commissioner Jessica Tisch identified the suspect as 49-year-old Pamela Cisneros of... [...]

Houston schools closed on September 1 as Tropical Storm Edouard threatens flooding

September 1, 2026 2:15

Several Houston-area school districts have cancelled classes for Tuesday, September 1, as Tropical Storm Edouard approaches Southeast Texas with the threat of heavy rain and flooding.According to KHOU 11, Anahuac, Channelview, Cleveland, Crosby, Dayton, Galena Park, Hardin, Huffman and Humble... [...]

Carney brings in former China ambassador Dominic Barton to chair Invest in Canada

September 1, 2026 1:55

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has overhauled the leadership of Invest in Canada, naming former Canadian ambassador to China Dominic Barton as its new chair.Barton, who spent much of his career at consulting firm McKinsey & Co., will serve a three-year, part-time term. He currently chairs... [...]

Dan Driscoll resigns as US Army Secretary after tensions with Pete Hegseth

September 1, 2026 1:15

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation to President Donald Trump following months of reported tension with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.According to a report by CNN, citing multiple sources that confirmed Driscoll's decision, with one telling outlet the departure was... [...]

سندھ اسمبلی میں ویڈیوز بنانے پر اسپیکر برہم

September 1, 2026 10:09

---فائل فوٹو سندھ اسمبلی کے اجلاس کے دوران اسمبلی ہال میں ارکان کی جانب سے ویڈیوز بنانے پر اسپیکر نے اظہارِ برہمی کرتے ہوئے ویڈیوز... [...]

راولپنڈی: 70 سے 230 ملی میٹر بارش ریکارڈ

September 1, 2026 10:09

ڈی جی پی ڈی ایم اے پنجاب سیف انور جپہ کا کہنا ہے کہ راولپنڈی میں مختلف مقامات پر 70 سے 230 ملی میٹر بارش ریکارڈ کی گئی۔انہوں نے کہا... [...]

سید علی گیلانی کا مشن پورا ہو گا: حافظ نعیم الرحمٰن

September 1, 2026 10:09

— فائل فوٹوامیرِ جماعتِ اسلامی حافظ نعیم الرحمٰن کا کہنا ہے کہ قائدِ حریت سید علی گیلانی کی تحریکِ آزادیٔ کشمیر کے لیے جدوجہد کو... [...]

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September 1, 2026 10:09

میر رضا—فائل فوٹومیر رضا قتل کیس کے لیے قائم جوڈیشل کمیشن نے اہلِ خانہ، نرسری ملازم اور ڈاکٹر اسامہ کے بیان قلم بند کر لیے۔میر رضا کا... [...]

محمد میاں سومرو کی اختیارات تحصیل سطح تک منتقل کرنے کی حمایت

September 1, 2026 9:09

سابق نگراں وزیرِ اعظم محمد میاں سومرو—فائل فوٹوسابق نگراں وزیرِ اعظم محمد میاں سومرو نے انتظامی اور فیصلہ سازی کے اختیارات ضلع اور... [...]

کراچی: 15 تولے سے زائد زیورات چوری کرنے والی ملزمہ گرفتار

September 1, 2026 9:09

—فائل فوٹوکراچی کے علاقے شاہ فیصل میں 15 تولے سے زائد طلائی زیورات اور قیمتی سامان کی چوری میں ملوث ملزمہ کو گرفتار کر لیا گیا۔پولیس... [...]

بشکیک: وزیرِ اعظم شہباز شریف کی عالمی رہنماؤں سے غیر رسمی ملاقاتیں

September 1, 2026 8:09

—تصویر بشکریہ سوشل میڈیاوزیرِ اعظم شہباز شریف کی شنگھائی تعاون تنظیم کے 26ویں سربراہی اجلاس کے دوران عالمی رہنماؤں سے غیر رسمی... [...]

ڈیلس: خالد مقبول صدیقی کا نئے صوبوں، کراچی، ایم کیو ایم کی تقسیم پر دو ٹوک مؤقف

September 1, 2026 8:09

---اسکرین گریب ایم کیو ایم پاکستان کے چیئرمین اور وفاقی وزیر ڈاکٹر خالد مقبول صدیقی نے کہا ہے کہ پاکستان میں آبادی کے اضافے کے ساتھ... [...]

راولپنڈی: موسلادھار بارش کے دوران 60 افراد کو بحفاظت نکال لیا گیا

September 1, 2026 7:09

—فائل فوٹوراولپنڈی کے مختلف علاقوں سے موسلادھار بارش کے دوران 60 افراد کو ریسکیو کر لیا گیا۔ریسکیو حکام کے مطابق رحیم آباد پل سے 30... [...]

اسلام آباد مفاہمتی یادداشت خطے میں کشیدگی کم کرنے کی جانب اہم قدم ہے: وزیرِ اعظم

September 1, 2026 7:09

وزیرِ اعظم شہباز شریف—فوٹو بشکریہ سوشل میڈیاوزیرِ اعظم شہباز شریف کا کہنا ہے کہ عالمی منظر نامہ بڑھتی جغرافیائی کشیدگی سے دوچار... [...]

بشکیک: وزیرِ خارجہ اسحاق ڈار کی ایرانی ہم منصب عباس عراقچی سے ملاقات

September 1, 2026 6:09

نائب وزیرِ اعظم اور وزیرِ خارجہ اسحاق ڈار اور ایرانی وزیرِ خارجہ عباس عراقچی کی بشکیک میں ملاقات ہوئی ہے۔دونوں رہنماؤں کی... [...]

وزیرِ اعظم شہباز شریف نے ایس سی او اجلاس کے اعلامیے پر دستخط کر دیے

September 1, 2026 6:09

فوٹو بشکریہ سوشل میڈیاوزیرِ اعظم شہباز شریف نے ایس سی او اجلاس کے اعلامیے پر دستخط کر دیے۔پاکستان 27-2026ء کے لیے شنگھائی تعاون تنظیم ... [...]

سندھ کابینہ کا الیکٹرک گاڑیوں پر ٹیکس و رجسٹریشن مراعات میں 2 سالہ توسیع کا فیصلہ

September 1, 2026 6:09

---فائل فوٹو سندھ کابینہ نے غیر تجارتی الیکٹرک گاڑیوں کے لیے ٹیکس اور رجسٹریشن مراعات میں مزید 2 سال کی توسیع کر دی، مراعات 29 مئی 2028ء... [...]

لاہور ہائیکورٹ: 18 سال سے کم عمر لڑکی کی شادی غیر قانونی قرار دینے کا حکمنامہ جاری

September 1, 2026 6:09

— فائل فوٹولاہور ہائی کورٹ کی جانب سے کہا گیا ہے کہ کم عمر بچی کے ساتھ رضامندی کے باوجود ازدواجی زندگی گزارنا چائلڈ ابیوز ہو گا۔جسٹس... [...]

سندھ طاس معاہدے پر عالمی ثالثی عدالت کا فیصلہ پاکستان کے مؤقف کی کامیابی ہے: سرفراز بگٹی

September 1, 2026 6:09

وزیرِ اعلیٰ بلوچستان سرفراز بگٹی—فائل فوٹووزیرِ اعلیٰ بلوچستان سرفراز بگٹی نے کہا ہے کہ انصاف غالب آ گیا، عالمی ثالثی عدالت کا... [...]

غزہ: اسرائیلی بمباری سے 3 بچوں سمیت 4 فلسطینی شہید

September 1, 2026 10:09

—فائل فوٹوغزہ میں اسرائیلی جنگی طیاروں کی بمباری اور فائرنگ سے 3 بچوں سمیت کم از کم 4 فلسطینی شہید ہو گئے۔اسرائیلی فوج نے غزہ میں... [...]

سابق وزیرِ اعلیٰ مغربی بنگال ممتا بینرجی کی بھتیجی کی پھندا لگی لاش برآمد

September 1, 2026 9:09

—تصویر بشکریہ بھارتی میڈیابھارت کی ریاست مغربی بنگال کی سابق وزیرِ اعلیٰ ممتا بینرجی کی بھتیجی کی پھندا لگی لاش ملی ہے۔بھارتی میڈیا... [...]

امریکی پابندیوں کے باوجود ایران کے پاس زرِمبادلہ کے خاطر خواہ ذخائر ہیں: گورنر ایرانی مرکزی بینک

September 1, 2026 8:09

ایرانی مرکزی بینک کے گورنر عبدالناصر ہمتی---فائل فوٹو ایرانی مرکزی بینک کے گورنر عبدالناصر ہمتی نے امریکی دعوے کو مسترد کرتے ہوئے... [...]

اسرائیلی اپوزیشن رہنما کا نیتن یاہو کی اہلیہ پر ہتکِ عزت کا مقدمہ کرنے کا اعلان

September 1, 2026 8:09

دائیں جانب اسرائیلی اپوزیشن رہنما یائر گولان، بائیں تصویر میں اسرائیلی وزیراعظم اپنی اہلیہ کے ہمراہ---فائل فوٹوزاسرائیلی اپوزیشن... [...]

بھارتی ایئر لائن کا مسافر طیارہ تکنیکی خرابی کے باعث حادثے سے بچ گیا

September 1, 2026 7:09

بھارتی ایئر لائن کا مسافر طیارہ تکنیکی خرابی کے باعث حادثے سے بچ گیا۔بھارتی میڈیا کے مطابق گووا سے دلی جانے والی پرواز نے انجن... [...]

اسرائیلی وزیر بن گویر کا مسجدِ اقصیٰ پر دھاوا، یہودی عبادت گاہ بنانے کا عندیہ

September 1, 2026 7:09

---فوٹو بشکریہ غیر ملکی میڈیا مقبوضہ بیت المقدس میں اسرائیل کے انتہائی دائیں بازو کے وزیر برائے قومی سلامتی اتمار بن گویر نے اسرائیلی... [...]

امریکا ایم او یو کے تحت اپنی ذمے داریوں پر واپس آیا تو فوری مثبت جواب دیں گے: ایرانی صدر

September 1, 2026 7:09

ایرانی صدر مسعود پزشکیان---فائل فوٹوایرانی صدر مسعود پزشکیان نے کہا ہے کہ امریکا مفاہمت کی یادداشت کے تحت اپنی ذمے داریوں پر واپس آیا... [...]

اقتصادی دباؤ سے ایران اپنا رویہ تبدیل نہیں کرے گا: سابق امریکی سفیر

September 1, 2026 5:09

سابق امریکی سفیر جوئی ہُڈ---اسکرین گریب سابق امریکی سفیر جوئی ہُڈ نے کہا ہے کہ ٹرمپ انتظامیہ ایران پر اقتصادی دباؤ بڑھانے کے ساتھ... [...]

روس اور یوکرین کے ایک دوسرے پر حملے، 4 افراد ہلاک

September 1, 2026 5:09

—فائل فوٹویوکرین کے دارالحکومت کیف اور گرد و نواح پر روسی فضائی حملوں میں 4 افراد ہلاک اور 14 زخمی ہو گئے۔یوکرینی حکام کے مطابق کیف... [...]

امریکا: ایچ 1 بی ویزے کے حامل افراد کے شریکِ حیات کے ورک پرمٹ ختم کرنے کا منصوبہ زیرِ غور

September 1, 2026 4:09

— فائل فوٹوامریکی حکومت کی ایک نئی تجویز کے نتیجے میں ہزاروں H-4 ویزا رکھنے والوں سے امریکا میں قانونی طور پر کام کرنے کا حق واپس لیا... [...]

امریکا کی عراق کو فوجی ہیلی کاپٹرز و سامان کی فروخت کی منظوری

September 1, 2026 4:09

امریکا نے عراق کو 80 کروڑ ڈالرز مالیت کے فوجی ہیلی کاپٹرز اور متعلقہ سامان کی ممکنہ فروخت کی منظوری دے دی۔اس حوالے سے امریکی... [...]

کیا ایران راکٹوں سے آبنائے ہرمز میں بارودی سرنگیں بچھا سکتا ہے؟

September 1, 2026 3:09

---فائل فوٹوامریکا نے ایران کے خلاف ایک ماہ کے وقفے کے بعد دوبارہ کارروائی کرتے ہوئے آبنائے ہرمز میں واقع لارک جزیرے پر ایرانی فوجی... [...]

ہم ایرانیوں کو مزید سختی سے نشانہ بنائیں گے: امریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ

September 1, 2026 3:09

امریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ---فائل فوٹو امریکی صدر ڈونلڈ ٹرمپ نے اردن میں امریکی اہلکاروں پر ایرانی حملوں کے بعد ایران کو سخت جواب دینے کا... [...]

نیپال: تباہ کن سیلاب سے اموات کی تعداد 939 ہوگئی

September 1, 2026 2:09

نیپال میں تباہ کن سیلاب سے اموات کی تعداد نو سو انتالیس ہوگئی۔ گلیشئر پھٹنے کی وجہ سے آنے والے سیلاب کے بعد امدادی کارروائیاں... [...]

روسی فوج میں بھرتی51 بھارتی یوکرین جنگ میں ہلاک ہوگئے

September 1, 2026 2:09

تصویر، بھارتی میڈیاروسی فوج میں بھرتی227 بھارتی شہریوں میں سے 51 یوکرین جنگ میں ہلاک ہوگئے۔بھارتی سیکرٹری خارجہ وکرم مصری نے کرغزستان... [...]

سونے کی قیمت میں مسلسل کمی کا سلسلہ جاری

September 1, 2026 7:09

---فائل فوٹوملک میں سونے کی قیمتوں میں مسلسل کمی کا سلسلہ جاری ہے، آج بھی سونا سستا ہو گیا۔آل پاکستان صرافہ جیمز اینڈ جیولرز ایسوسی... [...]

امریکا ایران میں کشیدگی، عالمی منڈی میں خام تیل کی قیمتیں بڑھ گئیں

September 1, 2026 3:09

---فائل فوٹوعالمی منڈی میں خام تیل کی قیمتوں میں اضافہ ریکارڈ کیا گیا ہے۔ امریکا اور ایران کے درمیان دوبارہ کشیدگی بڑھنے کے باعث اہم... [...]

ایف بی آر نے 2 ماہ میں 1 ہزار 722 ارب کا ٹیکس اکٹھا کرلیا

August 31, 2026 6:08

فیڈرل بورڈ آف ریونیو نے رواں مالی کے پہلے 2 ماہ میں 1 ہزار 722 ارب کا ٹیکس اکٹھا کرلیا ہے۔ذرائع ایف بی آر کے مطابق ادارے نے ماہ کے طے... [...]

پی ایس ایکس: اگست کے آخری روز کاروبار کا منفی رجحان، پورے مہینے میں انڈیکس آدھا فیصد بڑھا

August 31, 2026 5:08

فوٹو: فائلاگست کے آخری روز پاکستان اسٹاک ایکسچینج میں کاروبار کا منفی رجحان رہا۔ پورے مہینے میں انڈیکس آدھا فیصد بڑھا ہے۔ اگست کے... [...]

ایل پی جی کی قیمت میں اضافہ کردیا گیا

August 31, 2026 2:08

فائل فوٹو ملک میں ایل پی جی کی قیمت میں اضافہ کردیا گیا۔ اوگرا نے نوفیفکیشن جاری کردیا۔آئل اینڈ گیس ریگولیٹری اتھارٹی کے نوٹیفکیشن... [...]

ملک میں سونے کی قیمتیں گرنے لگیں

August 31, 2026 10:08

---فائل فوٹوملک میں سونے کی قیمتیں گرنے لگیں، آج بھی سونا سستا ہو گیا۔آل پاکستان صرافہ جیمز اینڈ جیولرز ایسوسی ایشن کے مطابق 1 ہزار... [...]

متحدہ عرب امارات میں پیٹرول اور ڈیزل کی قیمتوں میں اضافہ

August 31, 2026 8:08

---فائل فوٹومتحدہ عرب امارات میں ستمبر 2026ء کے لیے پیٹرول اور ڈیزل کی نئی قیمتوں کا اعلان کر دیا گیا۔پیٹرول کی قیمت میں 15 روپے فی لیٹر... [...]

حکومت کا ایک ایل این جی کارگو اسپاٹ خریداری کا فیصلہ، ٹینڈر جاری

August 31, 2026 8:08

—فائل فوٹوحکومت نے ایک لیکیویفائیڈ نیچر گیس کارگو اسپاٹ خریداری کا فیصلہ کر لیا۔پاکستان ایل این جی لمیٹڈ نے ایل این جی کے ایک کارگو... [...]

امریکا ایران کشیدگی میں اضافے کے بعد خام تیل کی قیمتوں میں اضافہ

August 31, 2026 5:08

---فائل فوٹوامریکی افواج کی جانب سے آبنائے ہرمز میں ایرانی جزیرے پر حملے اور ایران کی جوابی کارروائی کے بعد عالمی منڈی میں خام تیل کی... [...]

پاکستان ڈیجیٹل معیشت کیلئے تیار ہے: بلال بن ثاقب

August 29, 2026 8:08

بلال بن ثاقب---فائل فوٹو وزیرِ مملکت و پاکستان ورچوئل اثاثہ جات ریگولیٹری اتھارٹی کے چیئرمین بلال بن ثاقب کا کہنا ہے کہ پاکستان... [...]

عوام کو جدید ڈیجیٹل مالیاتی نظام سے منسلک کرنا ترجیح ہے: شزا فاطمہ

August 29, 2026 6:08

شزا فاطمہ---فائل فوٹو وزیرِ مملکت برائے انفارمیشن ٹیکنالوجی شزا فاطمہ نے کہا ہے کہ جدید ٹیکنالوجی کے ذریعے مالیاتی نظام کو مزید... [...]

عمران خان کے صاحبزادوں کا ’’اسکائی‘‘ پر انٹرویو، ہیڈ کوچ سرفراز احمد سے پریس کانفرنس میں سوال

August 28, 2026 8:08

فائل فوٹولارڈز ٹیسٹ کے پہلے دن پاکستان کے سابق وزیر اعظم عمران خان کے صاحبزادوں قاسم اور سلمان کا انٹرویو سابق انگلش کپتان مائیکل... [...]

جولائی کے مقابلے میں اگست میں ایل این جی قیمت میں کمی، اوگرا کا نوٹیفکیشن جاری

August 28, 2026 3:08

جولائی کے مقابلے میں اگست میں ایل این جی قیمت میں کمی ہوئی ہے۔ ایل این جی کی قیمت میں کمی کا نوٹیفکیشن جاری کر دیا گیا۔ آئل اینڈ گیس... [...]

پی ایس ایکس: کاروبار کا مثبت دن، 100 انڈیکس میں 373 پوائنٹس کا اضافہ

August 28, 2026 12:08

فوٹو: فائلپاکستان اسٹاک ایکسچینج میں آج کاروبار کا مثبت دن رہا جہاں 100 انڈیکس میں 373 پوائنٹس کا اضافہ ہوا۔ پی ایس ایکس بینچ مارک 100... [...]

پاکستان میں آج سونے کی قیمتوں میں تبدیلی نہیں ہوئی

August 28, 2026 9:08

— فائل فوٹوپاکستان میں آج سونے کی قیمتوں میں تبدیلی نہیں ہوئی۔آل پاکستان صرافہ جیمز اینڈ جیولرز ایسوسی ایشن کے مطابق ملک میں سونے... [...]

Here’s what’s worth streaming in September 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more

September 1, 2026 12:00

Prices are rising again, but a slew of fan-favorite shows — including Apple’s ‘Slow Horses,’ Netflix’s ‘The Gentlemen’ and Paramount’s ‘MobLand’ — are returning for new seasons [...]

Suddenly Wall Street is getting a bit nervous. Here are two ways to prepare for turbulence.

September 1, 2026 11:51

Strategists at Citadel Securities and JPMorgan both said they have turned temporarily cautious, though neither is saying the bull market is over. [...]

Morgan Stanley sees a 43% surge for Robinhood — without help from crypto

September 1, 2026 11:34

Analysts at Morgan Stanley lifted their price target for the online trading platform provider from $124 to $150. [...]

‘I’m leaving money on the table’: I’m 64 and my husband is 70. Should I take spousal benefits or wait for my own?

September 1, 2026 11:30

“I paid a significant amount into Social Security.” [...]

Why Dell’s stock stands to gain from developments at Nvidia and SpaceX

September 1, 2026 11:26

Dell is expected to report sharp growth when it posts earnings on Tuesday, and analysts are upbeat about industry developments that could benefit financial results into next year. [...]

New Apple CEO John Ternus’s first big challenge: Leading when his old boss is still in the building

September 1, 2026 11:01

Tim Cook may be stepping down as Apple’s CEO, but he’s sticking around in an expanded board role [...]

Are rising bond rates really so bad? Maybe not, say these experts

September 1, 2026 10:53

The near-zero interest rates that characterized the decade after the global financil crisis were a sign of economic dysfunction. Higher rates reflect a stronger demand for capital and robust economic growth. [...]

‘Neither of us attended college’: At 62, how can we afford to put our granddaughter through college?

September 1, 2026 10:15