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ISLAMABAD: Foreign exchange rates in the open market remained largely stable, with the US dollar, euro, pound sterling, UAE dirham and Saudi riyal trading at stable levels against the Pakistani rupee. On Tuesday, the US dollar was bought at Rs 280.5 and sold at Rs 282.7, while the euro was traded at Rs 326 for buying and Rs 329 for selling. The UK pound sterling remained one of the strongest currencies, trading at Rs 375.5 for buying and Rs 379 for selling. The UAE dirham was priced at Rs 76.6 for buying and Rs 77.2 for selling, while the Saudi…
ISLAMABAD: The gold price in the country recorded a significant increase once again on the second day of the business week. According to the Sarafa Bazaar Association, gold per tola has increased by Rs 4,300 to reach a record high of Rs 493,662. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold has increased by Rs 3,686 to Rs 423,235. Experts say that further fluctuations in prices are likely due to the demand for gold in the global market and other factors.
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Weather Update, the Meteorological Department has predicted rain and snowfall in different parts of the country. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather is likely to remain cold in Islamabad and its surroundings, while the weather will remain cold and dry in most districts of Balochistan. The weather is expected to remain cold and dry in most districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with rain likely in Chitral, Swat, Dir, Kohistan and Abbottabad. The cold continues to prevail in Lahore city, with the minimum temperature recorded at 7 degrees Celsius in the early morning, while the maximum temperature in the…
Karachi: Additional IG Karachi Police Azad Khan has dismissed the possibility of sabotage in the initial investigation of the Gul Plaza incident. Speaking to the media after reaching Gul Plaza, Karachi Police Chief Azad Khan said that according to initial investigations, there is no evidence of any sabotage in the incident. However, there is a concern that the number of casualties may increase due to the fire. Following the police chief’s statement, rumors about arson at Gul Plaza have been dispelled. He stated that the fire at Gul Plaza broke out at 10:20 PM on Saturday night. It started from…
ISLAMABAD: Nepra has issued a detailed decision on the basic electricity tariff and fixed charges at the request of the federal government. According to the decision, the rates for domestic consumers consuming electricity from 1 to 100 units will be Rs 10.54 per unit. The tariff for up to 200 units will be Rs 13.1 per unit, from 201 to 300 units Rs 28.91 per unit, from 301 to 400 units Rs 37.99 per unit. From 401 to 500 units Rs 40.20 per unit, from 501 to 600 units Rs 41.62 per unit and from 601 to 700 units Rs…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan–Azerbaijan Brotherhood Honors Martyrs of Black January. MUSLIM Institute, Islamabad, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Islamabad organized a Round Table Discussion to commemorate Azerbaijan’s Day of Mourning and honor the martyrs of the tragic events of January 19–20, 1990, remembered as Black January. The event, titled “Pakistan–Azerbaijan Brotherhood: Commemorating the ‘Day of Mourning’ and the Martyrs of Black January,” took place on Monday, January 19, at National Library, Islamabad. Keynote speakers included H.E. Khazar Farhadov, Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan; Prof. Zameer Awan, Diplomat and Analyst;…
ISLAMABAD: Latest Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan. The local foreign exchange market opened today with stable buying and selling rates across major international currencies. US Dollar (USD) remains strong, trading at 280.65 for buying and 282.75 for selling, while the Euro (EUR) stands at 325.5 / 329. The UK Pound Sterling (GBP) continues to be the highest among major currencies at 375.5 / 379. In Gulf currencies, the U.A.E Dirham (AED) is being exchanged at 76.6 / 77.2, while the Saudi Riyal (SAR) stands at 74.9 / 75.3. Other regional currencies such as the Omani Riyal and Kuwaiti Dinar also maintained firm…
ISLAMABAD: Gold prices have once again recorded a significant increase across the country. According to bullion market sources, the price of gold per tola has increased by Rs 7,500, after which gold per tola has reached the level of Rs 489,362. Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold has increased by Rs 6,431, after which the new price of 10 grams of gold has been set at Rs 419,549. According to experts, due to fluctuations in gold prices in the global market, depreciation of the rupee against the dollar and economic uncertainty, gold prices are increasing at the local…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Weather Update, according to the latest forecast of the Meteorological Department, rains are likely in most districts of Punjab from today to January 23. Heavy snowfall and rain are expected especially in Murree, Galiyat and other hilly areas. The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has also confirmed the forecast of rains in Lahore, Sargodha, Gujranwala, Sahiwal, Multan, Faisalabad, Dera Ghazi Khan and Bahawalpur divisions. PDMA Punjab has directed all concerned departments to remain alert and ensure safety measures so that possible floods or other natural disasters can be dealt with. The district administration and other departments have been…
ISLAMABAD: The Meteorological Department has predicted rain and snowfall in different parts of the country. A westerly wind system has entered the country, the Meteorological Department has predicted rain and snowfall across the country including Islamabad and Lahore. Snowfall is likely in Murree and Galiyat, rain has been predicted in many cities of Punjab including Multan, Faisalabad, Gujranwala. Heavy snowfall is expected in Galiyat, Chitral, Dir, Swat and Kalam. Rain and snowfall have been predicted in Balochistan next week. According to the Meteorological Department, a new westerly wind system will enter Balochistan on January 19, rain and hail are expected…