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ISLAMABAD: Middle East Tensions: The government has increased the prices of petroleum products due to tensions in the Middle East. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Petroleum Minister Ali Pervez Malik held a joint press conference. The government has announced a hike in the prices of petrol and diesel by Rs 55 per liter, after which the new price of petrol has been fixed at Rs 321.17 and the new price of diesel at Rs 335.86 per liter. The new prices have been implemented at 12 midnight. The development levy on petrol has been increased from…
Islamabad: Rain forecast, the Meteorological Department has predicted rain with thunderstorms and strong winds, while dry weather and rising temperatures are likely in the plains. According to the details, the Meteorological Department has predicted rain with thunderstorms and strong winds in the upper areas from March 6 to 11, while dry weather and rising temperatures are likely in the plains for a few days. Rain is expected in two phases (March 6 to 7 and then March 9 to 11) in the areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, while rain has been predicted in the federal capital, Murree, Galiat…
ISLAMABAD: The Government of Japan, under its Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) Program, has decided to provide grant assistance of USD 65,470(equivalent to PKR 18 million) to the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) for a project to enhance blood donation services in capital region. The grant contract was signed between His Excellency Mr. AKAMATSU Shuichi, Ambassador of Japan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and representatives of PRCS at the Embassy of Japan in Islamabad on March 6, 2026. The project, titled “The Project for the Refurbishment of Second-hand Blood Donation Vehicle for the Pakistan Red Crescent…
KARACHI: The price of gold continues to decline in the country. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of gold has decreased by Rs 3,400 across the country, after which gold has become worth Rs 533,762. According to the association, the price of 10 grams of gold has become worth Rs 457,614 after a decrease of Rs 2,915. On the other hand, the price of gold in the global market is $ 5,110 per ounce after a decrease of $ 34.
ISLAMABAD: Currency Exchange Rates in Pakistan, the currency market witnessed a stable yet mixed trading session, with major international currencies maintaining strong levels against the Pakistani rupee. US Dollar (USD)’s buying is 279 and 280.50 for selling, continuing to hover near the 280 mark. Euro (EUR) remained firm at 323.16 (buying) and 328.00 (selling), reflecting steady demand in the market. UK Pound Sterling (GBP) stood among the highest traded currencies at 371.32 for buying and 376.98 for selling, indicating its continued strength. UAE AED) was available at 75.35 for buying and 77.40 for selling, while the Saudi Riyal (SAR) traded at…
MUMBAI: India qualified for the final by defeating England by 7 runs in the second semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup after an exciting match. The England team could score 246 runs in pursuit of India’s target of 254 runs. In the match played in Mumbai, England captain Harry Brook won the toss and invited India to bat first. India’s innings India scored 253 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in the stipulated 20 overs. Sanju Samson stood out for India by scoring 89 runs. In addition, Shivam Dube scored 43, Ishan Kishan 39, Suryakumar Yadav 11,…
ISLAMABAD: The Meteorological Department has predicted hot and dry weather in most parts of the country, with the intensity of heat increasing across the country. According to the Meteorological Department, the temperature in Islamabad is likely to reach 30 degrees, while the weather is also likely to remain dry in most districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Light rain is expected at a few places in Chitral, Dir, Swat, and Kohistan. The mercury is likely to reach 33 degrees in the plains of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and the weather is likely to remain hot during the day in most districts of Punjab. The…
KARACHI: The currency market witnessed a stable yet mixed trading session, with major international currencies maintaining strong levels against the Pakistani rupee. US Dollar (USD)’s buying is 279 and 280.50 for selling, continuing to hover near the 280 mark. Euro (EUR) remained firm at 323.16 (buying) and 328.00 (selling), reflecting steady demand in the market. UK Pound Sterling (GBP) stood among the highest traded currencies at 371.32 for buying and 376.98 for selling, indicating its continued strength. UAE AED) was available at 75.35 for buying and 77.40 for selling, while the Saudi Riyal (SAR) traded at 73.75 and 74.50 respectively. Currency…
ISLAMABAD: Gold prices are continuously declining in the bullion markets across Pakistan. According to the All Pakistan Bullion Gems and Jewelers Association, the price of gold per tola has decreased by Rs 2,800 to Rs 537,162. The price of 10 grams of gold in the country has decreased by Rs 2,401 to Rs 460,529. On the other hand, the price of gold in the global market has decreased by $ 28 to $ 5,144 per ounce.
Kolkata: New Zealand defeated South Africa by 9 wickets in the first semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and qualified for the final. In the match played in Kolkata, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and invited South Africa to bat first. South Africa scored 169 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in the stipulated 20 overs. Marco Janssen remained unbeaten on 55 runs. In addition, Aiden Markram was dismissed for 18, de Kock for 10, Dewald Brewers for 34, David Miller for 6, Stubbs for 29 runs. Matt Henry, McConkie and Richan Ravindra took…