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ISLAMABAD: Foreign currency exchange rates show mixed movement in local market on Wednesday, with major global currencies trading at higher levels against PKR. US Dollar was quoted at Rs280.45 for buying and Rs282.30 for selling. Euro traded at Rs333.96 on buying side and Rs337.24 on the selling side, while UK Pound stood at Rs383.2 for buying and Rs386.99 for selling. Currencies from the Gulf region also remained firm. UAE dirham was available at Rs76.45 for buying and Rs77.3 for selling, whereas the Saudi riyal was quoted at Rs74.8 and Rs75.25, respectively. Among other major currencies, Swiss franc traded at Rs363.10 for…
ISLAMABAD: The Government of Japan, the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed an Exchange of Notes and a Grant Agreement during a signing ceremony held on 11 February 2026, for the project on ’Strengthen the disaster resilience of educational infrastructure in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province’. The initiative is supported through a grant of JPY 427 million, equivalent to approximately USD 2.7 million, from the Government of Japan. Due to the geographical characteristics, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is prone to climate‑driven hazards. The 2025 cloudbursts and flash floods damaged 437 schools, severely disrupting education services especially…
ISLAMABAD: Gold Rates in Pakistan, the price of gold in the country has increased once again on the third day of the business week. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association, gold per tola has become more expensive by Rs 2,300, after which the new price has become Rs 528,562. Similarly, 10 grams of gold has also become more expensive by Rs 1,972, after which the new price has become Rs 453,156. It should be remembered that on the first day of the business week, gold per tola was Rs 5,300, while on the second day it became…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Weather Update, the weather is expected to remain cold and dry in most parts of the country during the next 24 hours, while it is expected to be extremely cold and partly cloudy in the morning/night in the hilly areas. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather remained cold and dry in most parts of the country during the last 24 hours, however, rain occurred at a few places in Kashmir, Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the Potohar region. The highest rainfall was recorded in Kashmir: Muzaffarabad (City 22, Airport 18), Garhi Dupatta 13, Rawalakot 08, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Kakul…
ISLAAMABAD: Currency Rates in Pakistan, foreign currency exchange rates show mixed movement in local market on Tuesday, with major global currencies trading at higher levels against PKR. US Dollar was quoted at Rs280.60 for buying and Rs282.30 for selling. Euro traded at Rs333.42 on buying side and Rs336.72 on the selling side, while UK Pound stood at Rs383.32 for buying and Rs387.07 for selling. Currencies from the Gulf region also remained firm. UAE dirham was available at Rs76.50 for buying and Rs77.35 for selling, whereas the Saudi riyal was quoted at Rs74.85 and Rs75.30, respectively. Among other major currencies, Swiss franc…
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari, Ambassador of Japan Akamatsu Shuichi and Prime Minister of AJ&K Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore along with dignitaries cutting the cake to celebrate the 66th Birthday of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan, Naruhito at Serena Hotel here on Tuesday.
ISLAMABAD: On February 10, 2026, His Excellency Mr. Akamatsu Shuichi, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Pakistan, hosted the “Japan-Pakistan Business Seminar 2026” at the Serena Hotel in Islamabad. Attended by approximately 100 individuals, including H.E. Mr. Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Industries & Production, Pakistani government officials, business representatives, relevant institutions and universities, Japanese companies such as members of the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Pakistan, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), the meeting featured fruitful discussions expected to promote future business between Japan…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan weather update, the Meteorological Department has predicted more rain with strong winds and thunderstorms in different parts of the country. According to the Meteorological Department, more rain with strong winds and thunderstorms is likely in Islamabad, intermittent rain has been continuing in the federal capital since night. Rain and snowfall are likely in Murree, Galiyat and surrounding areas, rain and snowfall are expected in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kalam, Shangla and Kohistan. Rain is likely in Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Charsadda, Buner, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad and Haripur. The weather will remain cold and dry in most districts of Balochistan. Rain…
ISLAMABAD: The price of gold increased further on the second day of the business week in the country. According to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association, gold per tola became more expensive by Rs 1,500 to Rs 526,262. Similarly, 10 grams of gold became more expensive by Rs 1,286 to Rs 451,184. It should be remembered that the price of gold per tola had increased by Rs 5,300 yesterday.
ISLAMABAD: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan, local currency market remained active as exchange rates for major international currencies, including US dollar, Euro and British pound, showed firm trends against the Pakistani rupee. US dollar was quoted at Rs280.55 for buying and Rs282.25 for selling, maintaining its strong position in the market. Euro also traded on the higher side, with buying and selling rates recorded at Rs331.37 and Rs334.63. UK pound sterling remained expensive, exchanging hands at Rs381.33 on the buying side and Rs385.09 on the selling side. UAE dirham was traded at Rs 76.45 for buying and Rs77.30 for selling, while…