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LONDON: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said that the UK will not become part of the ongoing war between Iran and the US under any circumstances. He said that this war is not Britain’s war, nor is the country directly involved in this conflict. According to Keir Starmer, his first and last priority is the interests of the UK and its people. The Prime Minister stressed that no matter what kind of pressure or request comes forward, the UK will not join this war. He said that the global economy has been damaged due to Iran-US tensions, but the…
ISLAMABAD: The effects of the tense situation in the region will also affect Pakistan, with inflation in the country reaching a 19-month high in March. The Federal Bureau of Statistics has released a monthly report on inflation. According to the report of the Bureau of Statistics, the inflation rate increased by 1.18 percent in March compared to February. The annual inflation rate in March 2026 was 7.30 percent, which is the highest inflation rate since August 2024. According to the report of the Federal Bureau of Statistics, the average inflation rate during the first 9 months of the current fiscal…
ISLAMABAD: Rain with wind and thunderstorms has been predicted in most parts of the country from today to April 4. According to the Meteorological Department, rain is also expected in Karachi from tonight to April 3 and 50 mm or more rain may fall in some areas. On the other hand, clouds opened in Lahore and the highest rainfall of 50 mm was recorded in Nishtar Town. In addition, hail also fell in various areas including Gulberg, Jail Road, Gajumta and Raiwind, while the weather became pleasant due to heavy rain, wind and hail, but the electricity system was disrupted.…
KARACHI: A major increase in the price of gold has been recorded across the country. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of gold per tola in Pakistan has increased by Rs 15,300, after which gold per tola has become more than Rs 494,000. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold has increased by Rs 13,117 to Rs 423,578. On the other hand, in the global market, it has increased by $ 153 to $ 4,713 per ounce.
KARACHI: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan . Foreign exchange rates in Pakistan shows steady activity in the open market, with major global currencies including US Dollar, Euro, and UK pound continuing to dominate trading. US Dollar (USD) remained one of most closely watched currencies, with a buying rate of Rs279.45 and a selling rate of Rs280.10. The Euro (EUR) was traded at Rs321.03 for buying and Rs327.53 for selling. UK pound sterling remained among the highest-valued currencies in the market. It was available at a buying rate of Rs370.17 and a selling rate of Rs377.47. Among Gulf currencies widely used by…
BEIJING: China and Pakistan have called for an immediate end to attacks on civilians and non-military targets in the Middle East. According to the Foreign Office, important consultations were held in Beijing between the Chinese Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on the situation in the region. China and Pakistan called for an immediate ceasefire, prevention of the spread of the war and access of humanitarian aid to the war-torn areas. China and Pakistan urged the parties to start peace talks as soon as possible, and to protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iran and the Gulf…
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ISLAMABAD: The prices of gold and silver have also increased by thousands of rupees today. According to a statement issued by the Sarafa Bazaar Association, gold per tola has become more expensive by Rs 2,800 to Rs 478,762. Similarly, 10 grams of gold has increased by Rs 2,401 to Rs 410,461. In the global market, gold has increased by $ 28 to $ 4,560 per ounce. Silver per tola has increased by Rs 260 to Rs 7,784. While 10 grams of silver has increased by Rs 223 to Rs 6,673. In the global market, silver has increased by $ 2.60…
KARACHI: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan. Pakistani rupee remains stable performance against major foreign currencies in open market, according to the latest exchange rates released on Tuesday. US Dollar was traded at Rs279.50 for buying and Rs280.20 for selling, remaining near Rs280 mark in the currency market. Euro was available at Rs321.03 for buying and Rs327.53 for selling, maintaining its strong position against the PKR. UK pound sterling continued to trade at a higher level, with buying rate recorded at Rs370.17 and the selling rate at Rs377.47, making it one of the most expensive widely traded currencies in the market. UAE…
LAHORE: PDMA Punjab has issued an alert regarding rains in the province, with heavy rains expected in most districts of Punjab from tomorrow. The Meteorological Department has issued a new weather forecast for the southern parts of the country, according to which rain has been predicted in various cities of Sindh including Karachi. The weather has become cold due to rain in different sectors of Islamabad late at night, according to the Meteorological Department, rains in Islamabad may continue intermittently throughout the day today. After the rains, the temperature has dropped significantly, the temperature was recorded at 13 degrees, and…