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ISLAMABAD: After two days of bullishness in the global and local gold markets, the price of gold has again seen a major decline. In the global market, gold fell by $214 per ounce to $4,850 today, and gold per ounce in the global market has once again fallen below $5,000. In Pakistan, the price of gold per tola decreased by Rs21,400, after which it became Rs500,7762 per tola. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold decreased by Rs18,347 to a record Rs400,35,324. In addition, the price of silver per tola decreased by Rs1,430 to Rs7,825.
ISLAMABAD: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan. Major foreign currencies continue to dominate the exchange market, with the US dollar (USD), euro (EUR), UK pound sterling (GBP), UAE dirham (AED), and Saudi riyal (SAR) leading the trading activity. The US dollar continues to demonstrate robust international demand and its role as the primary global reserve currency. The euro and UK pound also remained strong, supported by ongoing trade flows and investor confidence in European markets. In the Gulf region, the UAE dirham and Saudi riyal continue to show stability, largely due to their appreciation against the US dollar and continued demand…
ISLAMABAD: A suicide attack during Friday prayers at the Khadijatul Kubra Mosque and Imambargah in the Tarlai area of Islamabad killed 31 people and injured 150. According to police sources, the suicide bomber blew himself up when he was stopped at the gate of the mosque. The attacker belonged to Fitna al-Khawarij. The injured were shifted to the hospital, emergency was declared in the polyclinic and PIMS, while security agencies were put on high alert. After the explosion, law enforcement agencies and bomb squads reached the scene. The blast site was sealed. According to hospital authorities, the total number of…
SWAT: The weather has become colder due to snowfall in Kalam, Malam Jabba, Mittaltan, Palugah, Mahodand and Utror in the upper reaches of Swat Valley. So far, four inches of snowfall have been recorded in Kalam, while up to one foot has been recorded in Mahodand and Palugah, while the snowfall is continuing. Light rain is also continuing in urban areas, the weather has become colder due to rain and snowfall.
LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a favorable forecast for the weather in Punjab, especially Lahore, on the occasion of Basant. According to the PDMA, the weather in Lahore and its surroundings is expected to be generally pleasant during the days of Basant, while the weather is expected to be dry and partly cloudy from February 6 to 8. According to the forecast, the temperature during the days of Basant will be between 20 and 22 degrees Celsius, which is considered suitable for kite flying and other activities. On the other hand, the PDMA has said that…
ISLAMABAD: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan. There were no major changes in the local forex market, with major international currencies trading in a narrow range. On Thursday, the US dollar remained stable, buying at 280.50 and selling at 282.4, while the euro was quoted at 330.69–335.03. The UK pound sterling continued to trade strongly, selling at 387.76. The UAE dirham was trading at 76.5–77.3, while the Saudi riyal was trading between 74.85 and 75.35. Among Gulf currencies, the Kuwaiti dinar was the most valuable, selling at 907.50, followed by the Bahraini dinar at 743.5. The Japanese yen, Chinese yuan, and…
ISLAMABAD: Gold prices in Pakistan rebounded sharply after it recorded massive dip due to a steep sell-off in the international market. On Thursday, price of gold per tola stood at Rs529,162. The 10 grams of gold hovered at Rs453,671. Gold Prices in Pakistan (5 February 2026) Metal Unit Price Change Gold Per tola 529,162 14,800 Gold 10 grams 453,671 12,689 Silver Per tola 9,255 109 21 Karat Gold Prices Today Unit 22K Gold 21K Gold 18K Gold Per Tola 481,250 459,375 393,750 Per 1 Gram 41,260 39,384 33,758 Per 10 Grams 412,600 393,846 337,582 Per Ounce 1,169,437 1,116,281 956,812 On the…
ISLAMABAD: The Government of Japan, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has successfully completed the provision of exhibition and conservation equipment to the Taxila Museum under the Grant Assistance project titled “Improvement of Equipment for Exhibition and Conservation of the Taxila Museum.” The assistance, amounting to 48.8 million Japanese Yen, reflects Japan’s continued commitment to the preservation of cultural heritage in Pakistan. On this occasion, H.E. Ambassador Akamatsu Shuichi underscored the historical and spiritual importance of Taxila as the centre of Gandhara civilization and highlighted its close cultural connection with Japan. He expressed hope that this initiative will open…
ISLAMABAD: The weather in Lahore is likely to remain dry during Basant. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather in Lahore will remain cold and dry on February 6 and 7, while it is likely to be partly cloudy on February 8. The Meteorological Department says that the weather in Lahore from February 6 to 8 is suitable for kite flying, when the winds in the city will blow at a speed of 10 to 15 kilometers per hour. The Meteorological Department has directed that kite flyers should fly kites while avoiding power lines. It should be noted that the…
ISLAMABAD: The trend of increasing gold prices in the global market continues. The price of gold in the global market has reached $5,071.79 per ounce after an increase of 2.7%. Yesterday, the global gold price increased by 5.9% and the price per ounce increased by $137 to $4,813. If the potential price of gold in Pakistan is estimated, then considering the global price, the price is around Rs. 530,000. This price is an estimate and is subject to change due to local market factors, taxes and supply and demand differences. Experts say that gold prices in Pakistan may increase further.