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ISLAMABAD: Gold prices have increased for the third consecutive day in the domestic and international gold markets. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of 24-carat gold per tola increased by Rs 100, after which gold per tola became Rs 455,236. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold increased by Rs 85 to reach Rs 389,685. An increase in the price of gold was also seen in the global market, where gold per ounce became more expensive by one dollar to $ 4,328. On the other hand, an increase in the price of silver…
ISLAMABAD: Heavy Rains: The Meteorological Department has predicted thunderstorms and rain in different parts of the country. According to the Meteorological Department, thunderstorms and rain have been predicted in various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan in the evening hours. Heavy rain is expected in Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Kohat, Karak and Bannu, while thunderstorms and rain are likely in DI Khan, Chitral, Swat, Dir and Miranshah. Similarly, heavy rain has been expected in Kohistan, Shangla and Buner. The Meteorological Department says that rain with thunderstorms may occur at a few places in Mansehra, Abbottabad, Battagram and Parachinar. On the other…
ISLAMABAD: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan: Pakistani rupee witnessed slight changes in latest interbank and open market exchange update, with major global currencies maintaining firm positions against the local currency. On June 17, US Dollar recorded no change as it hovered at Rs278.35 for buying and Rs279.45 for selling, continuing its strong footing in the market. Euro stood at Rs323 buying and Rs327.75 selling, while UK Pound remained one of highest-valued currencies at Rs373.9 buying and Rs377.45 selling. UAE Dirham traded at Rs76 (buying) and Rs76.75 (selling), while the Saudi Riyal was recorded at Rs74.30 and Rs74.90 respectively. The Omani…
Romania, Pakistan reaffirm strengthening cultural ties ISLAMABAD: The Embassy of Romania in Pakistan, in collaboration with the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), awarded certificates to students who successfully completed Pakistan’s pioneering Opera Singing Courses during a ceremony held at the Romanian Embassy on Tuesday. The event brought together diplomats, cultural figures, and music enthusiasts to recognize the achievements of young Pakistani artists who have become the country’s first formally trained opera singers. Among those present were Ambassador of Romania Dan Stoenescu, renowned Romanian soprano Georgiana Costea-Glugă, Chairman of the Pakistan-Romania Friendship Association Zaildar Shah, Director General PNCA Muhammad…
ISLAMABAD: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan: Pakistani rupee witnessed slight changes in latest interbank and open market exchange update, with major global currencies maintaining firm positions against the local currency. On June 16, US Dollar hovered at Rs278.35 for buying and Rs279.45 for selling, continuing its strong footing in the market. Euro stood at Rs323.8 buying and Rs328.65 selling, while UK Pound remained one of highest-valued currencies at Rs375.18 buying and Rs378.95 selling. UAE Dirham traded at Rs75.95 (buying) and Rs76.85 (selling), while the Saudi Riyal was recorded at Rs74.30 and Rs74.90 respectively. The Omani Riyal stood significantly higher at…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Weather Update: A new spell of rains has begun, the weather has become pleasant due to rain in different areas of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Meteorological Department has predicted that the rain will continue throughout the day. Rain accompanied by strong winds occurred in various cities of Punjab including Lahore, which significantly reduced the temperature, in Sialkot, the sky looked like night during the day due to rain and dark clouds, in Gujarat and its neighboring areas, several electricity feeders were tripped due to rain along with strong winds, due to which power supply was suspended in…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Weather Update: The Meteorological Department has predicted rains in different parts of the country from tomorrow to June 20, due to which the weather is likely to be pleasant in many cities. According to the Meteorological Department, rain is expected in the federal capital Islamabad from tomorrow to June 20, while rain has also been forecast in Murree, Galiyat, the Pothohar region and various areas of Punjab. According to the forecast, rains are also expected in various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, which is likely to reduce the intensity of the heat. The Meteorological Department says that…
ISLAMABAD: Following the agreement between Iran and the United States, gold prices have recorded a significant increase in global and local gold markets. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Association, 24-carat gold per tola has increased by Rs 10,800 to Rs 455,136, while the price of ten grams of gold has increased by Rs 9,720 to Rs 389,600. The price of silver per tola has increased by Rs 230 to Rs 7,509. On the other hand, gold has increased by $ 108 in the international market to $ 4,327 per ounce.
ISLAMABAD: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan: Pakistani rupee witnessed slight changes in latest interbank and open market exchange update, with major global currencies maintaining firm positions against the local currency. On June 15, US Dollar hovered at Rs278.35 for buying and Rs279.45 for selling, continuing its strong footing in the market. Euro stood at Rs322.43 buying and Rs328.45 selling, while UK Pound remained one of highest-valued currencies at Rs373.92 buying and Rs378.90 selling. UAE Dirham traded at Rs75.80 (buying) and Rs76.80 (selling), while the Saudi Riyal was recorded at Rs74.20 and Rs74.80 respectively. The Omani Riyal stood significantly higher at…
Cultural celebration & free Paris flight tickets ISLAMABAD- (By Staff Reporter) The weeklong Francophonie celebrations concluded in Islamabad with a vibrant cultural evening featuring the grand finale of the Francophonie Talent Competition, a showcase of French language and culture, and the distribution of attractive prizes, including round-trip air tickets from Islamabad to Paris for the top three winners. The closing ceremony, held at the Mövenpick Hotel Islamabad Saturday evening, brought together ambassadors, diplomats, students, academics, businesspersons and members of the Francophone community to celebrate the diversity of the French-speaking world and the growing interest in the French language in Pakistan.…