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KARACHI: Gold prices slipped further in both local and international markets on Wednesday amid uncertain geopolitical situation. In the international bullion market, per ounce price fell by $55, reaching $4,572. The decline in global markets had a visible impact on local exchange markets as well. For the second consecutive day, gold prices dropped by Rs 5,500 per tola, closing at Rs 479,562, while the price per 10 grams fell by Rs 4,715 to Rs 411,147. Silver also saw a decrease internationally, with the price per ounce dropping 45 cents to $72.82. Locally, this translated to a Rs 55 drop per…
KARACHI: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan. The foreign exchange market in Pakistan shows stability among major currencies, with US Dollar, Euro, and British pound continuing to dominate trading activity. US Dollar (USD) was recorded at Rs279.2 for buying and Rs279.85 for selling, maintaining its firm position in the market. Meanwhile, the euro (EUR) stood at Rs326.16 for buying and Rs331.25 for selling, reflecting its strong value against the rupee. UK pound sterling (GBP) remained one of the highest-valued currencies, trading at Rs376.88 for buying and Rs382.25 for selling. UAE dirham (AED) was available at Rs76.05 for buying and Rs77.05 for…
ISLAMABAD: Rain is expected in the upper parts of the country, including Islamabad, today, but the weather in the plains will remain hot and dry. According to the Meteorological Department, rain is expected in various cities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad and the Potohar region. In addition, rain with strong winds has also been expected in upper and southeastern Punjab, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir, while the weather is predicted to remain hot and dry in other parts of the country. Yesterday, the highest temperature was recorded in Jiwani at 46 degrees Celsius. Mohenjo-daro recorded 44 degrees Celsius and Larkana recorded 43 degrees…
WASHINGTON: Britain’s King Charles has arrived in the United States on an official visit, where he was presented with a guard of honor, in which the national anthems of the United States and the United Kingdom were also sung, while a reception was also given in his honor at the White House. According to the details, a special reception ceremony was held at the White House, in which members of the American and British cabinet also participated. Speaking on the occasion, US President Donald Trump said that he welcomes King Charles from the bottom of his heart. It is an…
WASHINGTON: The US military has stopped another ship from heading to an Iranian port. A statement issued by CENTCOM, along with a photo of the two ships, said the move was part of a US blockade. According to Marine Traffic, the MT Stream is an Iranian-flagged tanker. Earlier, the Iranian Foreign Ministry had condemned the US seizure of Iranian oil tankers at sea. An Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said the US actions amounted to naval blockade and gave it a clear legal justification.
KARACHI: Gold prices in Pakistan have hit a brake and after a major decline, the price per tola has fallen to Rs 485,062. According to details, a huge decline has been recorded in the prices of gold and silver in Pakistan under the influence of the global market. Due to the fall in prices in the global bullion market, the price of gold per tola in the local market has decreased by Rs 8,900. The All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association said that gold per tola fell by Rs 8,900 to Rs 485,062. Similarly, 10 grams of gold reached the…
KARACHI: Currency Exchange Rates. Currency exchange rates in Pakistan show mixed movement in latest trading session on April 28, with major international currencies holding firm at elevated levels against the rupee. US Dollar remained stable, trading at Rs279.25 for buying and Rs279.90 for selling, continuing to anchor the foreign exchange market. Meanwhile, Euro stood strong at Rs326.88 (buying) and Rs332.25 (selling), while the UK pound sterling hovered at even higher levels, being traded at Rs375.87 and Rs381.25, respectively. UAE dirham was recorded at Rs75.90 for buying and Rs76.95 for selling, while Saudi Riyal stood at Rs74.35 and Rs75.30. These rates…
ISLAMABAD: Light and heavy rain in different parts of the country, the weather is pleasant. In Punjab, reports of rain have been received in Lahore, Lodhran, Vehari, Borewala, Rahim Yar Khan, Rajanpur and Jahanian. 3 people were injured when a wall collapsed during the rain in Jahanian. In Sindh province, light rain occurred after strong winds in Ghotki and Obaro. Low-lying areas have been flooded after rain in Qambar, Shahdadkot, Sukkur and Shikarpur. The weather is likely to remain hot and dry in most parts of the country. Rain is expected in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir, including the…
TEHRAN: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi described his visit to Islamabad as very useful and said that there were positive consultations with Pakistani officials. Speaking to Iranian media upon his arrival in Moscow, Abbas Araqchi said that he came to Russia with the aim of continuing close consultations between Iran and Moscow on regional and global issues. He will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin today. He said that the meeting with the Russian President will be a good opportunity to review the progress of the war and the current situation. He is confident that consultations and coordination between the two…
MOSCOW: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg. According to the Russian news agency, Russian President Putin said that he had received a message from the Supreme Leader of Iran. President Putin also expressed his best wishes for the Supreme Leader of Iran and asked Abbas Araqchi to convey his best wishes to the Supreme Leader. According to Russian media, President Putin said that he hopes that the Iranian people will overcome this difficult period and peace will be established. Russia will do everything possible in the interests of Iran and the countries…